Gifts + Travel

The Ultimate Mother’s Day Gift Guide for the Jetsetting Mom

Mother’s Day is just around the corner, so look no further to find the perfect gift for any food-loving, adventure-seeking or globe-trotting mom in your life. Prepare her for a major trip of a lifetime, or treat her to an amazing Tasting Escapes tour for the ultimate Mother’s Day staycation.

By Addie Christianson 5/8/2019 7 minutes
Travel + Food

5 Hot European Summer Destinations for the Ultimate Foodie

Summer is just around the corner, so why not escape to a fabulous foodie location. Start planning your European getaway to one of these amazing (and sunny) locations today!

By Addie Christianson 4/1/2019 6 minutes
Senior Travel

Safe and Budget-Savvy Travel Tips for Seniors

Are you feeling some wanderlust but not sure how to make the most of your travel budget? It can be hard to discern who’s offering a good deal and who’s a scam artist. On top of that, when you’re away, you can feel more vulnerable while surrounded by strangers and without your home turf. Below is advice for planning a getaway without going broke or falling victim to fraud.

By Sheila Olson 3/18/2019 6 minutes
Veterans

9 Veteran Owned and Operated Wineries + Vineyards in the USA

What better way to support our veterans than to support veterans that have started their own businesses ... especially a wine-making business!

By Nikko Ater 12/4/2018 6 minutes
Fitness

5 Ways You Can Stay Fit While Traveling

Whether it’s for business or pleasure, travel can make it difficult to stick to the same habits you have at home. Not only is it challenging to maintain your fitness routine, but you’re also faced with tempting food choices, and you’re more apt to let your hair down and consume more alcohol
than usual. A previous study indicated that the average American gains approximately one pound on a one-to-three week vacation. While that may not sound like a lot, it certainly adds up over the course of time. Even so, that’s no reason to cancel your plans. With proper planning, you may even come back home from your vacation a little bit lighter.

By Sheila Olson 11/16/2018
Travel

6 Best Food & Wine Destinations For Travelers Over 60

Around the age of 60 is when many people start to focus again on traveling … for many of us our children are older or newly out of the house, or we’ve recently retired and we find ourselves with more time to focus on our hands. Travel over 60 also means taking your time in a destination to really soak up its unique history and culture. Much emphasis is put on comfort (hotel and transportation), good food, good wine, and local authentic experiences. Meeting others close in age that are like-minded to share a good meal (and good wine with) is an added bonus of any travel location. Here are our top wine destinations for travelers over 60.

By Nikko Ater 10/29/2018 6 minutes
Craft Beer

Top 12 Craft Beer Blogs in the USA

As with any food or drink, trying to define craft beer is very subjective but one thing is for sure, it is hugely popular in the US. In fact, according to the American Brewers Association, it is a segment that makes up 98 percent of all breweries in the States.

By Nikko Ater 10/7/2018 15 minutes
Travel

New Zealand: A Wine Lover + Adventure Seekers Paradise

Though well-known for its charming landscapes and its citizens’ reputation for friendliness, Auckland also has been identified as one of the amazing capitals of the world. Its wine expanses extend 1,600km from sub-tropical Northland down to Central Otago, dwelling to the globes' most southerly wineries. If you are a wine lover + an outdoor adventure seeker than New Zealand is not to be missed!

New Zealand literally has it all! From luxury spa treatments to a helicopter ride over mountain ranges where you will appreciate the beautiful view of the Wakatipu basin to numerous food and wine day trips to leave every foodie content. Any traveler will marvel in exploring some of the globes' most southern wineries - discovering unbelievable wineries and implausible producers.

By Carlo Masamayor 9/10/2018 5 minutes
Travel

Margaret River Region | Australia's Playground for Beer, Wine & Food Lovers

Margaret River is truly an area of Australia where there is something there for everybody. Margaret River Region in Australia’s South West is the perfect destination for any wine, beer, and food lover. The regions relaxed approach to life, breathtaking views, and stunning beaches are also major reasons to visit. The Margaret River region is also filled with an eclectic group of people - from winemakers, surfers, farmers, to artists, giving it a great funky vibe.

By Nikko Ater 7/9/2018 3 minutes
Travel

Top 5 Honeymoon City Destinations in Europe For Food & Drink Lovers

Your honeymoon is a special opportunity for you to connect with your new spouse and truly relish in marital bliss. Indulging on a relaxing, adventurous and oh so tasty honeymoon, especially after a few stressful months of planning your wedding is a HUGE reward! With an array of top honeymoon destinations around the world to pick from, Europe is hands down our favorite area when it comes to eating and drinking. If you are a couple that trying out the local food and wine is high on your priority list for your honeymoon experiences - then take some notes on our top five European Honeymoon Destinations for Food & Drink enthusiasts.

By Carlo Masamayor 6/4/2018 10 minutes
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