Posts Tagged ‘visit california’
Santa Barbara Wine Travel Guide: Beaches, Wine Country, and Luxury Travel on the American Riviera
Why Santa Barbara remains one of California’s most beautiful enotourism escapes. By Jamie Knee, Petite Wine Traveler. This guide will share my insights into Santa Barbara wine travel. Santa Barbara is one of California’s most compelling luxury travel destinations, offering beaches, wine country, year-round beauty, and a distinctive enotourism experience on the American Riviera. For…
Read MoreDiscovering Santa Barbara Wine Country: Wine As a Passport
Santa Barbara Wine Country is one of the most dynamic wine regions in the world, defined by cool-climate vineyards, diverse soils, and a culture rooted in hospitality and craft. From the Sta. Rita Hills to Los Olivos and Foxen Canyon Road, Jamie Knee, wine travel writer, explores the region she calls home through wine, food,…
Read MoreSan Ysidro Ranch Easter Brunch: A Pastel-Perfect Spring Celebration in Montecito
Celebrate Easter at San Ysidro Ranch, where pastel florals, gourmet cuisine and storybook gardens transform springtime into a luxurious holiday experience. From house-baked pastries and sparkling mimosas to lobster Benedict, artisan desserts and charming lawn festivities, this Montecito treasure hosts a brunch as magical as the season itself.
Read MoreOspi Montecito Brings Italian Elegance to the American Riviera
Discover Ospi Montecito, a stylish California-Italian restaurant where house-made pasta, thin-crust pizza and Southern Italian wines meet coastal sophistication. From crispy provolone with Calabrian chili honey to perfectly executed rigatoni alla vodka, this new dining destination brings bold flavor and refined ease to the heart of the American Riviera.
Read MoreNapa Valley Wine & Food Pairings
WINE TASTING ITINERARIES Petite Wine Traveler’s Gastronomic Journey through Napa Valley Join me, Petite Wine Traveler, on an unforgettable Napa Valley wine and food pairing adventure through one of California’s most breathtaking wine regions. This curated journey highlights my favorite wineries offering elevated tasting menus, chef-driven culinary experiences and immersive pairings that showcase the best of Napa’s…
Read More5 Ways the Hyatt Regency Indian Wells Resort Will Entertain Your Whole Family!
By, Jamie Knee 5 Ways This Indian Wells Resort Will Entertain Your Whole Fam—Think Waterslides, Golf, Spa Days and More! Welcome to a Sun-Soaked Escape at the Hyatt Regency Indian Wells Resort & Spa By Jamie Knee, Luxury Travel Writer & Wine Communicator If June gloom along the coast has you longing for sunshine, I…
Read MoreHow to Plan the Perfect Hilton Los Cabos Family Vacation This Summer!
By Jamie Knee, Luxury Travel Writer Plan Your Family Trip to Hilton Los Cabos, a Beautiful Coastal Resort on the Sea of Cortez From the moment our car climbed the cobblestone driveway, excitement bubbled through our little crew. I had heard endless praise about Cabo’s crystal blue waters, swaying palms, infinity-edge pools, and fresh seafood,…
Read MoreA Day in the Life at Vespera Resort: Coastal Luxury in Pismo Beach
By Jamie Knee, Luxury Travel & Luxury Wine Travel Writer Where Coastal Beauty Meets Effortless California Luxury If you are dreaming of a coastal escape that blends surf, sun, and laid-back sophistication, Vespera Resort in Pismo Beach delivers an experience infused with California charm. As a luxury travel and luxury wine travel writer, I seek…
Read MoreA Wine Lover’s Guide to Lodi: California’s Hidden Gem for Zinfandel and Beyond
By Jamie Knee, Petite Wine Traveler Luxury Wine Travel Writer, exploring the delights of Lodi’s wine travel scene in the heart of California’s wine country. When most people think of California wine country, their minds immediately go to Napa or Sonoma. But savvy wine travelers are starting to discover Lodi, a region with historic vineyards, sustainable winemaking, and…
Read MoreSunnylands: A Luxurious Journey Into America’s Desert Oasis of Diplomacy and Design
By Jamie Knee “You are along the road of life just once. Try to roll it with decency and style.†~Walter Annenberg Sunnylands Estate Palm Springs lives those words in a way you can feel the moment you arrive. This iconic desert sanctuary, created by Walter and Leonore Annenberg just outside Palm Springs, is equal…
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