Napa and Sonoma wine country

Enjoy the good life ! Just a short drive from San Francisco, the glorious Wine Country is Northern California's favorite getaway. From wine-tasting to balloon rides, award-winning cuisine to grape-stomping festivals, the Napa and Sonoma Valleys are feasts for the senses. Or for a real splash, try a wine-and-water vacation in rural Russian River Valley, also covered here. Cheers !

• Winning Wineries - choice vineyards for tours and tastings
• Fine Dining - mouth-watering reviews of top restaurants and local favorites
• Where to Stay - spectacular spas, quiet campgrounds, cozy cabins and rustic ranches
• Perfect Weekends - special itineraries for cycling and river-running trips, plus the ultimate epicurean holiday
• Aroma or Bouquet ? - learn how to talk wine like a pro
• Outdoor Fun - the best spots for hiking, horseback riding, golfing and gliding