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.
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…
What Building a Wine Travel Website Taught Me About Owning a Platform, Growing a Brand, and Creating a Home for Storytelling By Jamie Knee When I first started Petite Wine Traveler, I was not trying to build noise. I was trying to build meaning. I had been traveling through wine regions, meeting winemakers, discovering cultures…
How the Future of Wine Tourism Depends on Human Connection, Welcoming Experiences, and Access at Every Level By Jamie Knee, Petite Wine Traveler Lately, I keep returning to one very clear idea: wine travel is at its best when it feels accessible, social, and deeply human. Some of the most meaningful wine experiences are not…
What Global Wine Regions Taught Me About Belonging, Storytelling, and the Power of Travel By Jamie Knee Wine travel is often discussed as a luxury, a leisure pursuit, or a beautiful way to spend time. It can certainly be all of those things. But at its most meaningful, wine travel is something deeper. It is…
By Jamie Knee The Meaning Behind a Wine Travel Awards Nomination Wine has always been about more than what’s in the glass. For me, it has always been about place, people, and the feeling that stays with you long after the experience ends. That’s why recognition in wine travel carries a different kind of meaning.…
A Luxury Wine Travel Guide to the Balearic Islands By Jamie KneeLuxury Wine Travel Writer | Petite Wine Traveler | Global Wine Communicator Just off Spain’s eastern coast, floating in the Mediterranean, the Balearic Islands have long captured the imagination. Mallorca, Menorca, and Ibiza each belong to Spain, yet each carries its own rhythm, its…
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…
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,…
By Jamie Knee As promised, for the next several weeks I will be showcasing South African Wines from House of Henkel. Today I’m sipping their “Gretchen” South African Sauvignon Blanc. House of Henkel “Gretchen” Sauvignon Blanc. MSRP $22.95 South Africa’s Western Cape South Africa’s Western Cape produces some of the world’s best Sauvignon Blanc. The…
By Jamie Knee South African wine country continues to rise as one of the world’s most exciting wine destinations. It produces expressive wines shaped by diverse soils, dramatic microclimates, ocean breezes, and centuries of cultural heritage. As a global wine writer, I am thrilled to introduce you to a producer that captures this spirit beautifully: The…
By Jamie Knee Sharing my passion for wine education and public speaking is one of the great joys of my career. As a Global Wine Educator, I spend my life guiding others through the cultures, traditions, and stories inside every bottle. This intimate connection between terroir and taste is what inspires me, and I had the…
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…