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10 Unique Things to do in Napa Valley |
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1. Hot air balloon with full breakfast at Meadowood (Bonaventure Balloon Company) …$220 per person. 1 hour flight at sunrise, complimentary champagne, ending with breakfast.
2. Outdoor Massage in St. Helena (White Sulphur Springs Spa)…$95 for 50 minutes. A peaceful massage as you relax under oak trees overlooking the canyon hillside.
3. Taste “Today’s Temptations” small bites of delicious inspired cooking from the chefs at the Culinary Institute of America (Wine Spectator Greystone)
4. Plate of ribs at the Rutherford Grill. One of the best meals in the Napa Valley. Excellent salads, scrumptious rotisserie chicken, and warm cornbread.
5. Sleep in Rutherford’s vineyards at the Carneros Inn. Each cottage has a private garden, wood burning fire places, and spacious indoor and alfresco showers. Vineyard View Cottage with views of the Carneros Vineyard starts at $595.00 per night.
6. Late night treats at Bouchon. Open until 1:30 am for delicious items such as caviar, cheese platters, and open faced sandwiches. Along with a plentiful drink menu and late night desserts.
7. Blend your own #1 Wine Spectator Wine and compare it with Joseph Phelps’ Insignia. $30 per person. Blending Seminar includes a tasting of current releases as well as the Insignia.
8. Eat dessert on Auberge du Soleil’s terrace over looking stunning views of the Napa Valley. A delectable desert menu featuring Cinnamon Toast Ice Cream, Crisp Filo Wrapped Chocolate Dumplings, and Pommeau Caramel.
9. Golf along meadows, lakes, and vineyards at the Chardonay Golf Club. Peak Season rates starts at $79 per person. Three 9-hole courses through 130 scenic acres challenging players on all skill levels. Wildlife preserves are designated along the fairways and often many species can be sited here including foxes, rabbits, and occasionally golden eagles.
10. Shop on Washington Street in Calistoga. Find glass artworks, pottery, and beeswax candle shops. Find unique gifts at Zenobia and last of all treat your tired feet to a refreshing Orange Ice Pedicure at Calistoga Massage Center and Day Spa…$45 per person for 45 minute treatment. |
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