Insiders' Guide to California's Wine Country


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The Insiders' Guide to California's Wine Country offers travelers and newcomers alike the most comprehensive information on what's happening in the valley. Our Insiders' selection of the best places to taste, to dine, and to sleep make this the perfect traveling companion. Whether you're coming to stay or just to check out the wine, food, and culture, the Insiders' Guide to California's Wine Country will tell you all you need to know.




Insiders' Guide® to California's Wine Country


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The essential source for in-depth travel and relocation information to Napa and Sonoma Counties. Written by a local (and true insider), Insiders' Guide to California's Wine Countryoffers personal guidance to two major wine regions and their environs. Fully revised and updated, this guide contains five maps of the wine country.




Insiders' Guide to California's Wine Country


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With more than 300 wineries -- from primitive earthen cellars to tourist-friendly operations that push the envelope of viniculture -- the valleys of Napa, Sonoma, Mendocino and Lake counties have become major vacation destinations and home to some of the most exclusive addresses in the country. But be advised, there is much more to the Wine Country than the mighty grape and the elixirs it produces. The Insiders' Guide to California's Wine Country also explores historic towns that evoke Spanish influence, quiet background roads, redwoods, ocean vistas, kidstuff, one-of-a-kind boutiques, nightlife, bed and breakfast inns and much more.




Insiders' Guide to California's Wine Country


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"Insiders' Guide to California's Wine Country" abounds with information on luxury spas and resorts, gourmet restaurants, rural communities, a scenic coastline, and, of course, wineries. This thorough guide details information on Napa, Sonoma, Mendocino, and Lake Counties in Northern California.




Insiders' Guide® to Orange County, CA


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Your Travel Destination. Your Home. Your Home-To-Be. Orange County The quintessential California getaway. The real OC. Sunshine and surf. Suburban sensibilities and urban nuances. • A personal, practical perspective for travelers and residents alike • Comprehensive listings of attractions, restaurants, and accommodations • How to live & thrive in the area—from recreation to relocation • Countless details on shopping, arts & entertainment, and children’s activities




Insiders' Guide® to Santa Barbara


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Your Travel Destination. Your Home. Your Home-To-Be. Santa Barbara Grab a bite at a gourmet restaurant. Explore Channel Islands National Park. Relax, take a sip, and savor Santa Barbara’s wine country. • A personal, practical perspective for travelers and residents alike • Comprehensive listings of attractions, restaurants, and accommodations • How to live & thrive in the area—from recreation to relocation • Countless details on shopping, arts & entertainment, and children’s activities




Insiders' Guide® to Long Island


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Your Travel Destination. Your Home. Your Home-To-Be. Long Island Explore a 118-mile-long reason to love New York. Experience the best of Nassau and Suffolk Counties. Savor the beaches, the fresh seafood, the local wines. • A personal, practical perspective for travelers and residents alike • Comprehensive listings of attractions, restaurants, and accommodations • How to live & thrive in the area—from recreation to relocation • Countless details on shopping, arts & entertainment, and children’s activities




Wine For Dummies


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Wine enthusiasts: raise a glass! The global wine market has expanded rapidly in the past few years and is forecasted to increase through 2019. Consumption, new wine styles, online wine purchasing, and a growing younger population of wine enthusiasts are all contributing factors. In Wine For Dummies, the authors—both recognized wine authorities and accredited Certified Wine Educators—share their expertise, revealing the latest on what's in, what's out, and what's new in wine. Featuring information on both classic and cutting-edge wines, it’s packed with everything you need to hold your own in tasting rooms, shops, and beyond! Includes updated information on navigating wine shops and selecting wines in restaurants Covers the latest expert advice on buying wine online thanks to the online retail boom Provides updated vintage charts and price guidelines Offers information on trends in wine, including packaging innovations such as wine in a can, kegs, and boxes Whether you’re a beginner or intermediate wine enthusiast, this is your no-nonsense guide to choosing wine, understanding wine lists, exploring new varieties, serving, sharing, and more!