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Wing Your Way to Sonoma Wine Country

The next time you wing your way to Sonoma Wine Country, fly direct and you can bring a case of wine home with you for free. Wine Flights, a joint program of Alaska Airlines and Sonoma County Tourism Bureau, offers travelers an opportunity to visit Sonoma County’s famed wine country with airfare, lodging, and wine specials. Fly directly into Santa {…}

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Sonoma County’s Own Holiday Carols

The prolific and fabulous Irving Berlin saw great success with the song “White Christmas,” which was introduced in the 1942 film Holiday Inn (partly filmed at the Village Inn in Guerneville). But did you know Irving has family ties in Sonoma County? Irving’s second cousin, once removed (though we’ve yet to substantiate what he was removed from, but it was {…}

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Get a Suite Spa package at Fairmont Sonoma Mission Inn

Willow Stream Spa at the Fairmont Sonoma Mission Inn unveils a “hot” winter deal. What’s better than enjoying a 60-minute spa treatment? How about doing it for virtually nothing. This unbeatable Suite Spa Deal available just through the winter season is easy on the wallet and promises to enhance the rejuvenating effects of Sonoma Valley’s magical natural beauty. Boasting a {…}

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Cat’s ‘Outa the Bag’ $50 Massage

Magical Massage welcomes Cat Austin, certified massage therapist, with more than eight years experience. To celebrate, Cat’s “Outa the Bag Special” – $50 massage – is offered through January. Release your holiday stress or give as a gift. Cat designs the massage to fit your needs. (Not available for couple’s massage.) Sonoma Valley’s Magical Massage, located in a 22-foot wine {…}

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Check into Sonoma County’s Case Ranch Inn

Russian River Wine Country Slumber, Sip and Dine Package Shopping and getting ready for the holidays can be exhausting. Why not treat yourself to a Sonoma County wine country getaway? More specifically, a fabulous stay in the renowned Russian River Valley appellation. Sunday through Thursday nights, through June 13, 2012, you can enjoy a fabulous package featuring restorative slumber at {…}

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Celebrate after Thanksgiving with great deals in Sonoma County

The Thanksgiving leftovers are put away and the guests are restless. What to do now? Well, there are wineries to visit. Combine that with a gentle nudge to your guests to take advantage of fabulous lodging deals. Better yet, give them the keys to your house and book a fabulous lodging deal for yourself. Here are a couple of great {…}

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‘Wine’ down and eat up at D’Argenzio Winery

If you want to start the weekend off right, head out tonight to Santa Rosa Vintners Square. From 5 to 9 p.m., celebrate Wine Down Thursdays. Through Dec. 15, this block party features wine from D’Argenzio, Sheldon, Krutz, and Squires. Food options include Street-eatz Flavors of the World, Matchbox,  Charlie Bruno’s Chuck Wagon, Karma Indian, and Ultra Crepes. The party {…}

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Three great lodging specials from Sonoma Creek Inn

Don’t like being tied down to a generic “one size fits all” lodging deal? Sonoma Creek Inn has the answer you’re looking for – three specials to choose from. Even the most finicky travelers will find something to love. Stay and Savor Sonoma Savor the flavors of Sonoma with a one-night stay at Sonoma Creek Inn and a delicious dinner {…}

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We’re the Best of the World!

That rumbling shake that ended in a scream was the entire staff of the world headquarters of Inside Sonoma jumping up and down* as we read that Sonoma County, Calif., is one of National Geographic’s top destinations to visit. Officially, Sonoma County is touted as “Best of the World 2012,” http://on.natgeo.com/swGwZv. Not only were we the only wine region in {…}

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Artisano Grand Tasting tickets $20 off until Sept. 30

Tickets to the Grand Tasting at Artisano – a celebration of local, handcrafted, small-production and exquisite wine, food and art – are $20 off if you order tickets online through Friday, Sept. 30. Tickets will be $75 the day of the event, $65 in advance, and $55 if you order through Friday, Sept. 30. Ticket prices include a souvenir wine {…}