Wine Travel
Explore luxury wine travel through curated editorial by Jamie Knee, founder of Petite Wine Traveler and a leading voice in wine travel and enotourism. This collection of wine travel articles highlights destinations such as Napa Valley, Santa Barbara wine country, France, Italy, and beyond, with insider access to winemakers, vineyard experiences, and luxury hospitality. Each story connects wine, culture, and place, offering a thoughtful perspective on global wine travel for readers seeking depth, beauty, and meaning in every destination.
By Jamie Knee | Petite Wine Traveler | Luxury Wine Travel Writer, Global Wine Presenter, and Enotourism Storyteller How enotourism connects wine, hospitality, luxury travel, and destination identity, and why the right voice makes all the difference What Enotourism Really Means Enotourism is one of those words that sounds narrow until you begin to understand…
How Kraków and Małopolska are emerging as one of the most compelling new wine travel destinations in Europe. By, Jamie Knee Last month, I traveled to Kraków, Poland, where I was invited to speak at the International Wine Tourism Conference. I arrived expecting to find an emerging category that felt technically promising and still…
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…
A luxury wine travel escape through coastal beauty, regional wines, and the art of living well. By, Jamie Knee There are some places that live in the imagination all year, but begin calling especially loudly as summer draws closer. For me, the Mediterranean is one of them. Perhaps it is the light first, that soft…
Why This Wine Travel Awards Recognition Matters to Me By Jamie Knee I am deeply honored to share that I have been named 2025–2026 Top Wine & Food Influencer, The Brightest Journey at the Wine Travel Awards. This recognition means a great deal to me, not simply because of the title itself, but because of…
Enotourism · Luxury Travel · Cultural Experiences By Jamie Knee, Petite Wine Traveler Forget everything you thought you knew about wine tourism. The world’s most sophisticated travelers aren’t just visiting vineyards anymore, they’re using wine as a portal to culture, place, and meaning. And the brands, tourism boards, and luxury hospitality groups that understand this…
Why Europe’s pink wines still set the mood, and why California’s Central Coast belongs in the conversation By Jamie Knee If rosé is still the it girl of the season, it is because spring gives her the perfect stage. Spring arrives in color and light. Gardens bloom. Afternoons soften. The table begins to move outdoors…
Selected for The Forum by Forbes Travel Guide By Jamie Knee I’m honored to share that I have been selected for The Forum by Forbes Travel Guide, a new global speakers bureau created for thought leaders in service, culture, and performance across hospitality and beyond. Forbes Travel Guide announced the launch of The Forum at…
Wine Travel Writer, Wine Presenter, and Global Media Voice By Jamie Knee Enotourism has become one of the most compelling expressions of modern travel, and it is gaining attention for its unique approach. At its most beautiful, it is not simply about tasting wine. It is about stepping into a landscape and understanding how culture,…
Why Italy’s elegant culture of early evening drinks, small bites, and lingering conversation feels like the perfect expression of wine as a passport By Jamie Knee I have long loved aperitivo. It is one of my favorite rituals when traveling in Italy, that lovely pause in the late afternoon or early evening when a glass…
BY JAMIE KNEE | SEPTEMBER 12, 2023 By Jamie Knee, Luxury Wine Writer & Petite Wine Traveler Judging at the Concours Mondial de Bruxelles is always an honor, but this year felt especially meaningful. My husband and I were thrilled when I was invited to join the international panel hosted by Vinistra, the Association…
By Jamie Knee Santa Barbara Wines and Winemakers Shine at Annual Sta. Rita Hills Celebration The view at Kessler-Haak Vineyards | Photo: Jamie Knee A Celebration Among the Vines — Wine & Fire 2025 Begins Santa Barbara Wine Country enthusiasts gathered at various locations across the greater Lompoc Valley to immerse themselves in a world…
Napa Sweet Wine Tasting A California Wine Writer’s Journey Into Napa’s Sweeter Side Join me, petite wine traveler and California wine writer Jamie Knee, as we dive into a delicious side of Napa Valley that many visitors overlook, its beautifully crafted sweet wines. Napa may be famed for its bold Cabernets and elegant Chardonnays, yet its…
By Jamie Knee With summer in full swing, my husband, our chihuahua and I set off from Santa Barbara on a Tri-Valley California wine travel escape. Just 35 miles east of San Francisco, the Tri-Valley blends historic vineyards, charming downtowns and rolling hills into one unforgettable California wine country adventure. Tri-Valley California Wine Travel at a Glance-…
By Jamie Knee If you’re planning a trip, this Washington wine country travel guide by Jamie Knee is your perfect companion. Washington Wine Country Travel Join me on a Washington wine country travel adventure through one of the Pacific Northwest’s most captivating wine regions. As a wine travel writer, I am constantly searching for destinations where craftsmanship,…
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…
Unveiling the Charms of Santa Barbara Wine Country! By Jamie Knee A Luxurious Welcome to Santa Barbara Wine Country The cozy yet elegant Ritz-Carlton Bacara sets the perfect scene for exploring Santa Barbara wine country, one of the most captivating wine regions in the world. As a Santa Barbara wine writer, I have the privilege of living and…
By Jamie Knee | Welcome to Sparkling Wine Week, where we celebrate the effervescence and delight of this beloved beverage. 🎉🾠It’s Sparkling Wine Week, time to pop the bubbles! Welcome to Sparkling Wine Week, the most delicious excuse to raise your glass and celebrate the bright, effervescent joy of bubbles from around the world.…
BY JAMIE KNEE | JUNE 27, 2023 By Jamie Knee, Certified Cava Educator, Spanish Wine Scholar, and Luxury Wine Writer Discovering Cava Sparkling Wine in Penedès, Spain Everyone has heard of Champagne, and most wine lovers know Prosecco, yet the new darling of the sparkling wine world is Cava sparkling wine. Although its popularity is…
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…