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The Visit Napa Valley Blog

Celebrate LGBTQ+ Pride Month June 2024

While June is known as Pride Month, Napa Valley is proud to welcome LGBTQ+ travelers all year long. With a variety of events and attractions that cater to our LGBTQ+ guests and allies and, with Napa Valley’s picture-perfect weather, this celebratory month is welcoming to everyone! With rainbow flags…

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The Ultimate Guide to Valentine’s Day in Napa Valley

Napa Valley is the perfect location for a romantic getaway, and Valentine’s Day is no exception. With its exquisite wine, gourmet cuisine, luxurious spas, and relaxing hotels, it provides the ideal backdrop to celebrate with your special someone. For those seeking romantic inspiration, we’ve curated…

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Thanksgiving in Napa Valley 2023

Napa Valley is a hot spot for top notch cuisine that’s grown and sourced locally and Thanksgiving is the valley’s time to shine. Paired with the stunning fall scenery and world-class hospitality, it’s the perfect destination to celebrate this treasured American holiday. Napa Valley is the perfect…

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Unique Winery Experiences & Tours in Napa Valley

Napa Valley is home to more than 400 wineries, and many offer more than just simple tasting experiences. Whether you’re looking to roll up your sleeves and play winemaker for a day, take in Napa Valley’s beautiful vistas from a unique vantage point, or experience a pairing you won’t find anywhere…

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Pack a Picnic in Napa Valley

One of the best ways to enjoy a perfect day in Napa Valley is to indulge in a scenic picnic experience. Whether you seek a tranquil winery setting, a charming park, or a hidden gem off the beaten path for your picnicking, we've got you covered on provisions. Find the best delis, gourmet grocers, and…

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Vegetarian Friendly Restaurants in Napa Valley

World-renown as a bountiful agricultural community, Napa Valley is a culinary mecca with an abundance of fresh, local produce, giving its innovative chefs plenty of access to top-notch ingredients. So, when it comes to quality and variety of vegetarian fare, you’ll find menus here that offer a…

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The Best Places to Curl up by a Fireplace

Though our winters are milder than in many places, here in the Napa Valley we still love to cuddle by a fire when there’s a chill in the air (for us, that’s anywhere south of 60°). And there’s no lack of opportunity – there are countless wineries, hotels, and eating venues that feature fireplaces…

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Unexpected Napa Valley Food & Wine Pairings

While we certainly love a great wine and cheese pairing (who doesn’t?), exploring unexpected flavor pairings can highlight otherwise overlooked nuances in your favorite wines. And, let’s be real: sometimes you just want to mix it up and have a little fun with your food and wine. Below are some of…

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