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California, Destinations, Guest Posts, USA

24 Hours in Calistoga

Catherine Sweeney
August 18, 2014
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24 Hours in Calistoga

Guest post by Penny Sadler — Late summer is a great time to visit Calistoga in California’s famous Napa Valley wine country. The weather is perfect, the vineyards are green, and there are plenty of outdoor events and festivals to keep you busy.

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California, Destinations, USA

CabFestNV: Celebrating Napa Valley Cabernet

Catherine Sweeney
March 17, 2014
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CabFestNV: Celebrating Napa Valley Cabernet

Cabernet Sauvignon, the red wine for which Napa Valley is especially famous, is Mr. TWS’s favorite wine. Cabernets from this famous Northern California wine region have a distinct cachet and are spoken of with respect in many of the world’s wine regions where first-class Cabernets are produced.

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Accommodations, California, Destinations, USA

Bay Area Getaway at the Napa River Inn

Catherine Sweeney
February 17, 2014
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Bay Area Getaway at the Napa River Inn

… Recently, we had a two night stay at the Napa River Inn. I’d previously heard very positive reviews of the hotel and can now understand why it gets such high marks and has the honor of being the only hotel in downtown Napa to have Michelin’s highest rating of 3 stars.

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California, Destinations, USA

Second Date on the Napa Valley Wine Train

Catherine Sweeney
February 9, 2014
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Second Date on the Napa Valley Wine Train

Back when Mr. TWS and I first got married in September, 1991 we were given a wedding gift certificate for a ride and lunch on the Napa Valley Wine Train. At that time, the Wine Train had been in operation for only two years. Now it was time for a second date.

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California, Destinations, USA

Going Full Circle at Long Meadow Ranch

Catherine Sweeney
February 3, 2014
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Going Full Circle at Long Meadow Ranch

Almost any day in California’s Napa Valley is a good day, even in the winter when the vines that cover so much of the region are bare. The scenery is still beautiful and the fresh air is rejuvenating. And if you know where to look, there are special Napa tours and experiences …

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California, Destinations, USA

On Location at the Napa Valley Film Festival

Catherine Sweeney
November 26, 2013
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On Location at the Napa Valley Film Festival

Luscious wines and innovative independent movies in enticing venues on a gorgeous fall weekend in the Napa Valley? The Napa Valley Film Festival gets two thumbs up from Mr. TWS and me.

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California, USA

Tucking in Napa

Catherine Sweeney
May 28, 2011
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Tucking in Napa

Last weekend, I met up with travel and wine writer, Dave Thompson, for a Napa day trip that started at Cleavage Creek Winery in Pope Valley, far removed from the busy big name wineries along Highway 29 through the Napa Valley.

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California, Going Places, USA

A Little Wine Tasting in Napa and Sonoma

Catherine Sweeney
July 27, 2010
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A Little Wine Tasting in Napa and Sonoma

Living within two hours of the Sonoma and Napa Wine Country makes it easy for us to plan wine tasting excursions to the area on short notice. Since we know that we have many opportunities to visit, we can be very flexible in our selection of wineries as we drive…

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About Catherine Sweeney

Catherine Sweeney is a travel enthusiast with a lifelong passion for going places. A weekend getaway, an international journey, a cross-country road trip, or a local jaunt — they’re all on her radar. And it’s all made extra special when she’s enjoying the finer things in life with Mr. TWS, her husband and co-blogger. Get inspired as they share photos and stories highlighting the best of destinations, food, wine, history, culture and the arts.

2018 NATJA Silver Award Winner

Recent Posts

  • Highlights of Seville, Spain
  • Lyon, France: A City to Love
  • 9-Day France Itinerary at a Glance — Lyon, Burgundy, and Paris
  • Our Christmas Greetings from Paris
  • Valencia, A Mediterranean Delight

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Fun to meet Elsa's On the Park owner Karl Kopp on Fun to meet Elsa's On the Park owner Karl Kopp on a side trip to Milwaukee from Chicago yesterday. Mr. TWS and I loved going to Elsa’s when we lived there and whenever we visited. In Scottsdale, we go to it’s sister restaurant AZ/88. #visitmilwaukee #milwaukeerestaurant #milwaukee #wisconsin #koppsrestaurants #elsasonthepark #travel #travelblogger #travelandeat @elsasonthepark @visitmilwaukee
A must-see UNESCO Heritage Site in Seville, Spain A must-see UNESCO Heritage Site in Seville, Spain — Real Alcázar, the Moorish palace and fortress originally built in the 11th century to protect the city. The expansive gardens of the Alcázar feature ponds, towering palms, orange and other fruit trees, and exotic flora. There’s a nice cafe with outdoor seating in the gardens for relaxing and soaking up the ambiance. Read more on the blog about our highlights of Seville. Link in bio. #seville #sevilla #spain #alcazar #unesco #travelgram #travelblogger #españa #gardens #europeantravel
Care for a stroll through the old town district of Care for a stroll through the old town district of Seville, Spain? We did a lot of walking around this city during our three day visit. Just wondering … do you notice anything a little unusual in the photo? Hint: it has something to do with attire. I didn’t notice when I took the pic, just now as I was posting. #seville #sevillespain #sevilla #sevillagram #andalucia #spain #españa #travelblogger #traveleurope #europe #europeantravel
Sometimes my travel dreams take me back to special Sometimes my travel dreams take me back to special moments in beautiful places like this one from six years ago today. Instead of going out to dinner, we decided to spend a quiet evening enjoying @estevillas Casa del Lago, a lovely cottage right on the shore of Lake Maggiore, Italy. Sounds of thunder added a dramatic effect to this beautiful location that would be our home for the next few days. I knew it would be hard to leave. #beautifuldestinations #travelblogger #lagomaggiore #lakemaggiore #italy #lombardia #holidayvilla #italianvacation #discoveritaly #loveitaly❤️ #europeandestinations #traveldreaming
Springtime at the @bellagio Las Vegas. The Conserv Springtime at the @bellagio Las Vegas. The Conservatory’s spring display is amazing and has the largest variety of flora ever used in the exhibitions there. Come take a look — on display until May 14, 2022. #springtime #natureandart #bellagio #bellagioconservatory #flora #lasvegasnevada #beautifulhotels #botanicalgardens #travelblogger #visitlasvegas #visitnevada #springbeauty #flightsoffancy
Nevada’s blue sky between the dramatic red rocks Nevada’s blue sky between the dramatic red rocks and ancient petroglyphs in the Valley of Fire. Just an hour north of Las Vegas, it’s a wonderful getaway from the Strip. #visitlasvegas #visitnevada #valleyoffire #petroglyphs #redrocks #southwestusa #travelblogger #beautifuldestinations
Sunset in Lyon, France. In December we rode the Fe Sunset in Lyon, France. In December we rode the Ferris wheel on Place Bellecour. As we made our way around I took this photo of the sunset with our hotel, @hotelroyallyon in the forefront. Great view! Loved our stay in this city, the first stop on our France trip. #lyon #france #onlylyon #accorhotels #mgallery #placebellecour #jaimelafrance #sunset #europeantravel #viewfromthetop #viewfromtheferriswheel #travelblogger #beautifuldestinations #lovetotravel #citytolove
I love this little square in Paris -- Place Sainte I love this little square in Paris -- Place Sainte-Catherine. Thanks to my friend Pola Henderson @jetting.around for showing us around Le Marais and for sharing her umbrella! 🙂 If you'd like to see a few more pics and read about our recent France trip featuring Lyon, Burgundy, and Paris there's a link in the bio. #france🇫🇷 #paris #placestecatherine . . . #beautifulparis #parisintherain #lemarais #travelgeam #paris_focus_on #travelblogger #visitparis #parisjetaime #traveleurope #rainyday #loveparis #parisalwaysagoodidea #ifwtwa
Charming and picturesque Dijon, France. On the lef Charming and picturesque Dijon, France. On the left is the Église Notre-Dame, Burgundian Gothic style church built in 13th century. #dijon #france #francetourisme #dijontourisme #bourgognetourisme #mydijon #travelblogger #travelgram #notredamedijon #mybourgogne
Paris. A glimpse of the city just off the Quai d'O Paris. A glimpse of the city just off the Quai d'Orléans in the 4th arrondissement. More to come on the blog. #paris #france #europetravel #frenchcity #loveparis❤️ #jaimelafrance #cityofromance #romantictravel #noplacelikeparis #travelblogger #francetourisme
Reflections on the Saône, one of two rivers that Reflections on the Saône, one of two rivers that run through Lyon, France. Three classic sites in this pic — Cathédrale Saint-Jean-Baptiste de Lyon (foreground); Basilique Notre-Dame de Fourvière (left on the hilltop); and Tour métallique de Fourvière ("Metallic tower of Fourvière"), Lyon’s smaller Eiffel Tower lookalike. #vieuxlyon #lyon #france #saône #river #reflections #lyontourisme #basilicanotredame #cathedralstjean #frenchcity #fourviere #travelblogger #francedestinations #visitlyon #francetourisme
I guess it’s officially a New Year’s Eve tradi I guess it’s officially a New Year’s Eve tradition — our third NYE at Desert Botanical Garden Las Noches de las Luminarias to enjoy the lights, sights, music, and (this year)the Chihuly in the Desert installations. Happy New Year, all! Here’s to 2022! @chihulystudio @dbgphx #myphx #visitarizona #botanicalgardens #artistsoninstagram #chihulyglass #chihulyinthedesert #travelblogger #artinarizona #chihulyart #lasnochesdelasluminarias
À votre santé! (To your health!) Remembering the À votre santé! (To your health!) Remembering the exquisite tastes of @dom_caudron Champagne in Passy-Grigny, France on our day trip from Paris with @getyourguide @mywinedays champagne #champagnedomcaudron #france🇫🇷 #francetourisme #europetravel #winetasting #daytripfromparis #winetastingtour #travelblogger #jaimelafrance #enjoylifenow
And now for the tasting! Grand finale of our tour And now for the tasting! Grand finale of our tour of the wine cellars at Mercier Champagne in Epernay, France. Really enjoyed this glass of Mercier Brut, a blend of Pinot Noir, Meunière, and Chardonnay grapes. @getyourguide @mywinedays #champagne #mercier #brutchampagne #winetasting #champagnetasting #epernaytourisme #francetourisme #champagnefrance #travel #europetravel #travelblogger #winewednesday
A taste of Burgundy in December. We took a day tri A taste of Burgundy in December. We took a day trip from Dijon with @getyourguide @authenticatours that took us through the beautiful vineyards of the Burgundy region of France. Did you know that the primary wines of Burgundy are Pinot Noir and Chardonnay? We had some lovely tastings of both types on our trip. #burgundy #france #bourgogne #wines #vineyards #bourgognetourisme #bourgognewine #frenchtourism #frenchwinelovers #decembertravel #europeantravel #jaimelafrance
Signs of the season at Place de la Bastille, Paris Signs of the season at Place de la Bastille, Paris. #bastille #placedelabastille #christmasinparis #julycolumn #colonnedejuillet #cityscene #parisfrance #paris #france #visitfrance #winterinparis #travelblogger
So … how tempting does this pretty restaurant lo So … how tempting does this pretty restaurant look? Next time I’m in Paris, I’m going to come here to @flore_en_lile_paris for dinner and their famous Berthillon ice cream. #paris #france #frenchrestaurant #ilestlouis #berthillon . . . #francetourisme #parislovers #christmasinparis #visitfrance #francetravel #parismood #travelblogger #traveleurope
A glimpse of Christmas on rue de Rivoli in Paris. A glimpse of Christmas on rue de Rivoli in Paris. The carousel and pretty decorated trees provided a lovely holiday glow even on a rainy day. #paris #france #christmas . . . #holidaytravel #holidayseason #christmasinparis #carousel #decoratedtrees #europeantravel #francetourisme #visitfrance #wonderful_places #holidays
Our last night in Paris. I’m going to miss this Our last night in Paris. I’m going to miss this view from our room at @hotelpontroyalparis — it’s been a fantastic #triptofrance #paris #france #europe #frenchtourism #jaimelafrance #europeantravel #allaccorlivelimitless #travelblogger #hotelroomview
Absolutely lovely day in the Champagne region of F Absolutely lovely day in the Champagne region of France. Our guide Jo with @mywinedays (booked through @GetYourGuide) was great introducing our small group to select champagne houses (large and small). Lunch and tasting at #au36hautvillers was delectable. #champagne #france #daytripfromparis #winetasting #champagnetasting #enjoylife #francetourisme #traveleurope #jaimelafrance
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