Napa Valley Splurge!
Napa Valley is my top destination for a delicious, decadent weekend away. With some of the world's finest restaurants and an impressive number of Michelin Star eateries, it wouldn't be hard to ignore the sumptuous wine and world class spas that the valley has to offer. Don't forget to take it all in from above, with a hot air balloon ride over the vineyards.
Darioush will take your breath away before you have your first sip of wine, because it is the only winery built like a Persian temple, with a jaw dropping entry and well appointed tasting areas. Home to an award winning 2007 Cabernet, the bold red wines of Darioush will awe you with their complexity. Be sure to browse the gift shop, fi... More >
Darioush will take your breath away before you have your first sip of wine, because it is the only winery built like a Persian temple, with a jaw dropping entry and well appointed tasting areas. Home to an award winning 2007 Cabernet, the bold red wines of Darioush will awe you with their complexity. Be sure to browse the gift shop, filled with beautiful artesian textiles, and if you can, take a peek into the cellars below.
French Laundry is the winner of 3 Michelin stars and numerous James Beard awards, and annually named as one of the top 50 restaurants in the world. Chef/Owner Thomas Keller serves two nine-course prix fixe menus an evening of contemporary American cuisine incorporating many local herbs and vegetables, including some grown in the French... More >
French Laundry is the winner of 3 Michelin stars and numerous James Beard awards, and annually named as one of the top 50 restaurants in the world. Chef/Owner Thomas Keller serves two nine-course prix fixe menus an evening of contemporary American cuisine incorporating many local herbs and vegetables, including some grown in the French Laundry garden. Reservations are hard to come by, so call two months to the calendar date of when you want to eat!
After driving all over Napa Valley the only view left to enjoy is one from a hot air balloon!
The Milliken Creek Inn boasts luxurious accommodations and a private spa, just for its guests. With only 12 well appointed rooms, the Inn is quiet and romantic -be sure to indulge in a 75 minute couples massage or a grapeseed body polish and rejuvenate all of your senses. The rooms feature fireplaces, high end linens, hydrotherapy bath... More >
The Milliken Creek Inn boasts luxurious accommodations and a private spa, just for its guests. With only 12 well appointed rooms, the Inn is quiet and romantic -be sure to indulge in a 75 minute couples massage or a grapeseed body polish and rejuvenate all of your senses. The rooms feature fireplaces, high end linens, hydrotherapy bathtubs and canopy beds.
After driving all over Napa Valley the only view left to enjoy is one from a hot air balloon! Balloons Above the Valley takes off at dawn so you can enjoy the majestic views at sunrise, and will take you up anywhere from 1,000 to 3,000 feet above the ground. After your ride you will be treated to brunch and champagne, and anyone afraid... More >
After driving all over Napa Valley the only view left to enjoy is one from a hot air balloon! Balloons Above the Valley takes off at dawn so you can enjoy the majestic views at sunrise, and will take you up anywhere from 1,000 to 3,000 feet above the ground. After your ride you will be treated to brunch and champagne, and anyone afraid of heights can purchase a "chaser" package and follow along on the ground and enjoy the meal afterwards!
Chef Philippe Jeanty has put this downtown Yountville bistro on the map of world-class dining. With a Michelin star, and a modest corking fee, Bistro Jeanty has an authentic French menu with favorites such as moules au vin roug and coq au vin. Be sure to order the tomato soup in puff pastry- you might consider ordering a second for you... More >
Chef Philippe Jeanty has put this downtown Yountville bistro on the map of world-class dining. With a Michelin star, and a modest corking fee, Bistro Jeanty has an authentic French menu with favorites such as moules au vin roug and coq au vin. Be sure to order the tomato soup in puff pastry- you might consider ordering a second for your main course! The dessert cheeses are phenomenal as well, so save room!
| A Mediterranean inspired property, it has both main house rooms, suites and a private maison featuring a sunken hot tub and a private terrace. |
The Auberge du Soleil is a world class resort and a member of the Five Star Alliance, with the most accommodating staff and luxurious accommodations you will ever find. A Mediterranean inspired property, it has both main house rooms, suites and a private maison featuring a sunken hot tub and a private terrace. The spa shouldn't be missed here, where they incorporate herbs grown on the grounds into the spa treatments- splurg... More
The Auberge du Soleil is a world class resort and a member of the Five Star Alliance, with the most accommodating staff and luxurious accommodations you will ever find. A Mediterranean inspired property, it has both main house rooms, suites and a private maison featuring a sunken hot tub and a private terrace. The spa shouldn't be missed here, where they incorporate herbs grown on the grounds into the spa treatments- splurge on "The Grove" treatment, a Meyer lemon olive oil massage.
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