On the world stage, Sonoma Valley may be best well-known for wine, but it’s definitely not just for drinkers. In fact, Sonoma Valley has long been a center for wellness, attracting nature-lovers, creatives and makers, spa-goers, and more. So, whether you’re not a drinker, gearing up for a dry…
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Sonoma Valley has been a wellness destination for eons. Home to active thermal springs, the valley has been a natural spa since the time of the native Wappo, Pomo and Miwok peoples. When the 1906 earthquake shifted the tectonics of the landscape, some of the thermal springs closed up, but you can…
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While Sonoma Valley is most well-known for it's culture of wine and food, it is a lwell-established fact that the valley is also a hotspot for wellness, from spas and hot springs to yoga studios and wellness retre ats. That Sonoma Valley’s reputation as a wellness destination is such a secret is…
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While the adage of drinking what you enjoy always rings true, it’s also true that the perfect wine and food pairing can be transcendent. Take it from us: understanding grape varietals and which meals match them best is sure to create a flavor explosion that you won’t soon forget. Whether you seek to match textures, or balance out flavors, pairing wine with intention can take your dining experience…
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Winter is one of the most surprising times to visit Sonoma Valley: the hills burst in bright green, yellow mustard flowers pepper the vines, which themselves lie dormant, taking a rest before the next vintage begins; and towns of the valley buzz with holiday cheer. Cooler than the rest of the year…
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If you’re the type of person who dreads travel-day snowstorms, roads teeming with crowds, and box-store commercialism, Sonoma Valley may be your new North Star Pole for the holiday season. Behold a winter wonderland of a different kind—one without the traffic and big-city hype—just plenty of…
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Some of Sonoma’s best kept secrets lie just outside the city limits in the unincorporated towns known as, “the Springs.” These vibrant, residential neighborhoods include Boyes Hot Springs, Fetters Hot Springs, and Agua Caliente. All originally celebrated by the native peoples for their thermal…
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Fall is one of the most romantic times to come visit Sonoma Valley. The vines transform from green to a kaleidoscope of reds, oranges, and yellows, the scent of fermenting wine fills the air, and harvest parties pepper the valley with cheer. With warm days and cool evenings, we celebrate the turning…
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With over 13,000 acres of vineyards and 80 tasting rooms, Sonoma Valley offers fantastic wine tasting options to explore. Specializing in wines like Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Sauvignon Blanc and Zinfandel, there is sure to be a taste that works for you. When you’re planning…
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In wine country, the late summer and early fall are abuzz with so much talk of harvest, they make pumpkin spice season look like child’s play. For generations, the harvest represents the fruits of our labors and is marked in Sonoma Valley with a whole season of celebrations. From the Annual Valley…
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