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Sonoma Itineraries

Tasty new ways to explore Sonoma County

Is there a tastier way to explore Sonoma County than through its restaurants? I think not. People don’t live by bread alone, but sample some of the breads at our bakeries and you’ll wonder, “Why not.” If bread is just your starter course, make sure you try out some of these new restaurants or find a great deal at one {…}

Awesome Lights

Chad Dunbar, we salute you. Not only did we geek out at your Halloween light display, but your Christmas extravaganza of light and sound makes it look like the entire Trans-Siberian Orchestra is jamming on your front lawn. Well-played. Rather than reinvent an itinerary for Holiday lights, we’re just going to say – check out Chad Dunbar’s house, as well {…}

Weekend shopping in Sonoma County

The quest for the perfect holiday gift is on.  Out of ideas?  Looking for inspiration?  Shopping in Sonoma County is varied and eclectic with downtown plazas full of specialty and antique stores to high-end outlets and cutting edge shopping centers.  Shopping in Sonoma County goes beyond the traditional places with stores at Cornerstone Sonoma or  Safari West where you will {…}

Charming Cloverdale

The quaint town of Cloverdale is the northernmost city in Sonoma County- about 80 miles north of San Francisco. Cloverdale offers visitors a friendly, small-town feel with oak-studded hillsides and a Main Street right out of Hollywood.  Clovderdale offers the perfect mix of great location for exploring the Dry Creek & Alexander Valley’s in Sonoma County and the Mendocino Wine {…}

Carneros- the Quiet Coast

A vast wetland that spreads across southern Sonoma County, and the only wine growing region shared with neighboring Napa County, the Carneros region is more than a name on a wine bottle. It is the second coast, the quiet coast compared to the miles of dramatic Pacific Ocean coastline. Rather than the roar of crashing waves, here the bay tides {…}

Quirky Cazadero

I drove out to Cazadero on a hot Sunday afternoon to escape the heat of Santa Rosa and explore an area I hadn’t traveled.  Nestled within a Redwood grove I made my first stop of the day at Raymond’s Bakery for some of their delectable treats. After sampling some of the goodies, I visited with Elizabeth one of the proprietors.  {…}

Main Corridor Merges with Main Street

Main Corridor Merges with Main Street – Towns along US-101 tempt, tantalize travelers You’ve tasted wines in Sonoma Valley. You’ve floated down the Russian River. You’ve even discovered out-of-the-way wineries in Dry Creek and Alexander valleys. But, have you discovered the hidden-in-plain-sight gems that are mere blocks from US-101? Lining the main corridor of Sonoma County, and paralleling US-101, are {…}

Touring Sonoma Valley with teenagers

Little did you know that a weekend spent in wine country could keep even the hardest to please teenagers in the family happy.  Looking in, around and beyond the vineyards, you’ll find plenty of ideas to keep it copacetic with a trip to Sonoma County. Day 1 – Begin your visit with an exploration of what the vineyards are all {…}

Sonoma Spa Getaway

You have four days for a quick break. You love Sonoma County, but are a little “wined” out. What can you do? Well, four days will give you four magnificent spa experiences. Let’s take a deep breath and enter the quiet, relaxing, tranquil world of spas. Day One: Experience the waters Start your quest at Sonoma Valley’s Fairmont Sonoma Mission {…}

Best Sonoma County Vistas

Every vacationer wants the perfect picture.  From the miles of rolling vineyards to the rugged Sonoma Coastline, we have the perfect place to wow your friends and inspire envy in everyone who browses through your photos. Lake Sonoma Visitor’s Center: 3333 Skaggs Springs Road Geyserville, CA 95441 South Lake Trailhead overlook has nice picnic areas and a great view off {…}