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Yountville - Bay Area Weekend Getaway Extraordinaire
" Where to go in wine country for a day or two?", you ask. My enthusiastic reply of late is “Yountville”! With so much to offer: eats and drink within a four block area, Yountville is one of my favorite places in NorCal wine country. No designated driver? No worries; park and walk the whole town in a leisurely day. Better yet, stay the night in one of its many hotels and inns. Yountville runs high on luxury, indulgence and beauty, but maintains a quaint charm and sense of ease. It is also accessible to both Napa and Sonoma, and only about an hour from the city.
By Jody Holman6 years ago in Wander
Mono Lake to Mammoth & Yosemite
Mono Lake is one of oldest lakes in existence, known in part for its bird life, evidenced by the nests on top of some tufa. Watching the gulls chase after the ground-dwelling, mass-moving sand bugs yesterday was entertainment itself. But today, it is 5:15 AM and all is still- not another soul in sight. I am mesmerized by the sounds of the birds in the water and on the tufa, flying overhead, skimming the water, disrupting the beautiful reflections on the lake as they swim towards shore. As I sit, the sun comes up over the glacier-cut hills and sets the Sierras and lake alight. It was a moment I will likely never forget.
By Jody Holman6 years ago in Wander
California Gold Country Road Trip
It is rare to have one day to oneself, not to mention four. So I set out to find the best 3 day roadtrip getaway that would be part adventure, part leisure, within a 300 mile radius of home. With 15 pages of printouts from every source I could find on the Sierras, I determined my route in part by room availability. Given the mileage I was aiming for, and the intent NOT to spend every day, all day in the car, I decided to leave the Southern Tahoe, Carson City area to another trip. But the Eastern Sierras and Highway 395, touted as an area not to miss, were beckoning me.
By Jody Holman6 years ago in Wander
Bodie to Mono Lake A Road Trip of History and Beauty
I set out with 15 pages of printouts from every source I could find on the Sierras. My route was somewhat structured by available rooms, since I waited until the last minute to book. And given the mileage I was aiming for, and the intent NOT to spend every day, all day in the car, I decided to leave the Southern Tahoe, Carson City area to another trip. But the Eastern Sierras and Highway 395, touted as an area not to miss, were beckoning me.
By Jody Holman6 years ago in Wander
Highway Stop
So you’ve decided to visit Clark Fork, Idaho. Well, I can tell you right now that you’ve come to the right place. To many, this destination is used as a highway stop, a bathroom break, a midway point between two important locations. However, it’s so much more. A quaint, sleepy little town situated on the sloping banks of the Clark Fork River, overlooked by the Monarch Mountains and Scotchman’s Peak, this is the perfect getaway for a breath of fresh air. While at first glance this destination might look humdrum, I can assure you that this kind of relaxation as well as pure, natural outdoor adventuring is something you won’t find anywhere else.
By Rebecca Nielsen6 years ago in Wander
NorCal Coast
If you are planning a trip to California, and have time to rent a car, put the top down and enjoy the curves, take a drive down Highway 1 from San Francisco. At the first stop light, you will be in Pacifica, a small, if somewhat sprawling town that offers raw beauty that is not to miss. Below are are some of my discoveries, reviews, and beautiful places to stop- either for photos, or food, or just to take it all in.
By Jody Holman6 years ago in Wander
Behind Bedworth
Some residents and visitors will tell you the best thing about Bedworth is the ease of getting out. You might be forgiven for believing that. Admittedly, Bedworth isn’t known for its tourism or night life or, well, much at all. We do have good transport links with easy access to motorways. Regular buses and hourly trains run to our nearest town and city, with some buses going further afield. From the neighbouring town and city, commuters can travel on to Birmingham, England’s second city.
By Sapphire Ravenclaw6 years ago in Wander
Exploring Africa Like a Pro
From Tunisia to South Africa, the African continent covers a wide variety of amazing sights, sounds and foods to explore. Trying to plan an Africa trip can be overwhelming trying to decide where to go first. Before you leave for your next trip, take the time to learn about the region and get to know it better than a local.
By Kari Oakley6 years ago in Wander
