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Bike Tours of Napa Valley: Guided Vs Self-Guided

As we begin to enter the twilight of summer and harvest season draws closer, thousands of people are planning their escapes to Napa Valley and to Wine Country as a whole. Many of them have realized, as we have, that one of the best ways to soak in the atmosphere of the area is from…

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August 9, 2017

Top Ten: The Barlow Center

The Barlow Center In an area world renowned for its wine making, brewing, and culinary delights, the Barlow Center takes the finest examples of each craft and brings them together on one campus. At 12.5 acres the Barlow contains a multitude of venues at which to indulge, offering everything from sloe gin to fresh ice…

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July 3, 2017

Local Happenings: Beerfest, The Good One

  Ask any random person what they think of when they hear “Sonoma County,” and almost invariably the answer comes back: wine making (and drinking). While it certainly is true that this is one of the finest areas in the world for viniculture, Sonoma County also boasts an impressive lineup of world-class breweries and cideries….

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May 30, 2017

Local Happenings: Sebastopol Apple Blossom Festival

Sebastopol Apple Blossoms are Awesome!! The Sebastopol Apple Blossom Festival is held every year as a celebration of spring, and the blooming of the apple trees historically cultivated in Sebastopol. Official Festival Poster Though apple production has waned over the past several decades, the culture has remained and provides a wonderful reason for a truly…

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April 19, 2017

Touring and Tasting Tips

When going on a trip, especially one focused on wine tasting, thoughtful planning and preparation greatly enhances your overall experience. Research Before heading out, do some research; know your favorite wines and where to find them. Wine growing regions such as Sonoma and Napa each have several distinct appellations within them, each with a specific…

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April 13, 2017

Winery of The Month – April

Wineries we love – T-Vine!   T-Vine Winery offers an exploration of unique reds crafted from some of the most ancient and special vineyards found in California. While they have been in business almost 25 years, their Calistoga tasting room opened more recently and offers a small and sophisticated atmosphere set amidst a backdrop that captures the…

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April 6, 2017

Our Sonoma-Napa Top Ten List

This is going to be a series of our version on the top ten fun and interesting things to do in Sonoma and Napa Check back periodically for the series Up first: 1)   Hike. Blind Beach to Shell Beach. One of the most spectacular views on the Wild Sonoma Coast. 6 miles View from the Sonoma…

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January 25, 2017

Winterize your bike and riding experience

Winter shouldn’t signal the end of your bike riding season. Some of the most enjoyable rides can transpire during the time of year when most prefer to stay indoors. Fallen leaves, the smell of wet pavement or even the occasional snow flurry can add an extra level of enjoyment to a ride. However, it’s good…

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January 10, 2017

Annual Bike Sale

Getaway Adventures is selling bikes! Do you or some you know need a bike? We are currently selling our 2015/16 Specialized Crosstrails at great prices. Bikes have been professionally maintained and are stored indoors with less than 1/2 years use. Cosmetically, there is no major damage to any of them, but they are rental bikes…

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January 10, 2017

New Year new blog schedule

We are going to do a bit more with our blog this year with a weekly schedule (yes we might miss a few) We want to make it useful and have some cool tips and some of our favorite’s things; the frequency and categories will be close to this schedule Week one: Winery/wine, Cider or…

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January 3, 2017

Local Events, Sonoma – Sofa Parade

We call it the Sofa Parade! Santa Rosa’s 12th Annual WinterBlast! A super cool and totally homegrown event occurs near the end of November celebrating the arrival of the winter season. This year it’s happening on . Essential it’s a costume party and parade featuring colorful lights, fairies, pixies and a creative mix of artistic…

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November 19, 2016

The Single’s Sip ‘N Cycle Tour: The Un-Valentine Way to Spend the Day!

It’s hard not to think romance when you think Wine Country, the landscape, the beautiful vineyards, the impressive hotels and resorts all scream romantic getaway!  But the truth is Wine Country is a prefect getaway for everyone, even if you may not happen to have a special someone.  Good food, great wine and amazing views…

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January 14, 2016