{"id":71278,"date":"2018-07-31T11:05:35","date_gmt":"2018-07-31T16:05:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/?p=71278"},"modified":"2018-07-31T16:18:45","modified_gmt":"2018-07-31T21:18:45","slug":"the-ultimate-california-wine-lovers-road-trip","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/2018\/07\/the-ultimate-california-wine-lovers-road-trip\/","title":{"rendered":"The ultimate California wine lover\u2019s road trip  \u00a0"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">Did you know that California is home to more than 100 grape varietals spread across more than 100 AVAs (American Viticultural Areas)? So if you\u2019re jetting in and spending your wine country vacation in Napa alone, you\u2019re missing out. But don\u2019t worry. We have the ultimate nose to tail road trip through California\u2019s wine regions that will have your taste buds asking, \u201cAre we there yet?\u201d <\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/2017\/01\/three-perfect-days-paso-robles-california\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>RELATED<\/strong>: 3 perfect days in Paso Robles<\/a><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\"><b>Day 1: Southern California<\/b> <\/span><\/h2>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">Southern California wine country sometimes feels like the stepchild of the state\u2019s more popular, and populous, wine regions to the North. But <b>Temecula<\/b> has been growing grapes since the late 1700s and thanks to a coastal fog that rolls inland, this region is turning out some interesting Italian and Rh\u00f4ne varietals. Fly into San Diego and start your road trip in Temecula, home to more than 40 wineries.<br \/>\n<\/span><span class=\"s1\"><b>EAT<\/b> <a href=\"http:\/\/www.thegoatandvine.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span class=\"s2\"><strong>The Goat and Vine<\/strong><\/span><\/a> is a rustic kitchen serving stone-oven pizza and sandwiches. Meanwhile, <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/publicrestaurants.com\/public-house-temecula\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span class=\"s2\">PUBlic House<\/span><\/a><\/strong> is an upscale gastropub in the heart of Old Town Temecula.<br \/>\n<\/span><span class=\"s1\"><b>SIP <\/b>Award-winning winery <a href=\"http:\/\/www.leonesscellars.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span class=\"s2\"><strong>Leoness Cellars<\/strong><\/span><\/a> serves the region\u2019s best varietals including Viognier, Syrah, Cabernet Franc, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, and lesser known varietals like White Merlot, Muscat Canelli and Cinsault Port.<br \/>\n<\/span><span class=\"s1\"><b>STAY <\/b>After a long day of imbibing, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/Temecula-Hotels-South-Coast-Winery-Resort-And-Spa.h1112139.Hotel-Information?chkin=6%2F3%2F2018&amp;chkout=6%2F4%2F2018&amp;rm1=a2&amp;sort=recommended&amp;hwrqCacheKey=3165c361-6daa-406e-a306-219a6e6d1f60HWRQ1528069176499&amp;cancellable=false&amp;regionId=6129740&amp;vip=false&amp;hotelname=callaway&amp;c=886f890c-451e-4b53-9199-e36caa634fab&amp;&amp;exp_dp=259&amp;exp_ts=1528069177071&amp;exp_curr=USD&amp;swpToggleOn=false&amp;exp_pg=HSR\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span class=\"s2\"><strong>South Coast Winery Resort and Spa<\/strong><\/span><\/a> offers a romantic escape with miles and miles of vineyard vistas.<\/span><\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_71280\" style=\"width: 810px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-71280\" class=\"wp-image-71280\" src=\"https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/9774ebe0159eb3d37d4c82eafb137f88.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/9774ebe0159eb3d37d4c82eafb137f88.jpg 1920w, https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/9774ebe0159eb3d37d4c82eafb137f88-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/9774ebe0159eb3d37d4c82eafb137f88-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/9774ebe0159eb3d37d4c82eafb137f88-600x338.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/9774ebe0159eb3d37d4c82eafb137f88-560x315.jpg 560w, https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/9774ebe0159eb3d37d4c82eafb137f88-604x340.jpg 604w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-71280\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">South Coast Winery; photo courtesy of South Coast Winery<\/p><\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\"><b>Days 2\u20134: The Central Coast<br \/>\n<\/b><\/span><\/h2>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">Drive up to California\u2019s Central Coast, the setting for the cult classic wine movie, <em>Sideways<\/em>. Yep, this is where Paul Giamatti and Thomas Haden Church took their famous road trip.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">If your tastebuds are feeling a bit dry, stop for the afternoon in <b>Santa Barbara<\/b>. You won\u2019t find vineyards in this charming seaside town but there are some great restaurants and a number of tasting rooms (especially in the <strong>Funk Zone<\/strong>) where you can start exploring the many regional varietals for Central California. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">Get your selfie stick ready because you\u2019re about to experience one of the state\u2019s most scenic drives, the 101. Head north to the <b>Santa Ynez Valley<\/b> where you\u2019ll hit the town of <b>Solvang<\/b> and think you\u2019ve made a wrong turn into Denmark.<br \/>\n<\/span><span class=\"s1\"><b>EAT<\/b> Grab some authentic Danish food for your road trip at the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.solvangusa.com\/directory\/aebleskiver-cafe\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span class=\"s2\">Aebleskiver Caf\u00e9<\/span><\/a><\/strong> here.<br \/>\n<\/span><span class=\"s1\"><b>SIP<\/b> <strong><a href=\"http:\/\/www.llwine.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span class=\"s2\">Lucas &amp; Lewellen<\/span><\/a><\/strong> was voted the &#8220;Best Tasting Room in the Santa Ynez Valley\u201d and pours award-winning Pinot Noirs and Chardonnays.<br \/>\n<\/span><span class=\"s1\"><b>STAY<\/b> Experience the Old World charm of the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/Santa-Barbara-Hotels-Wine-Valley-Inn.h41236.Hotel-Information?chkin=6%2F3%2F2018&amp;chkout=6%2F4%2F2018&amp;rm1=a2&amp;hwrqCacheKey=3165c361-6daa-406e-a306-219a6e6d1f60HWRQ1528070585239&amp;cancellable=false&amp;regionId=9797&amp;vip=false&amp;c=c0ba649d-4f75-4757-8b5c-f42ac334473b&amp;&amp;exp_dp=119&amp;exp_ts=1528070585587&amp;exp_curr=USD&amp;swpToggleOn=false&amp;exp_pg=HSR\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span class=\"s2\"><strong>Wine Valley Inn<\/strong><\/span><\/a> by staying in one of its Danish-inspired chateaus.<\/span><\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_71287\" style=\"width: 810px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-71287\" class=\"wp-image-71287\" src=\"https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/SolvangAlisalRoadShopsWindmill.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"800\" height=\"534\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/SolvangAlisalRoadShopsWindmill.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/SolvangAlisalRoadShopsWindmill-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/SolvangAlisalRoadShopsWindmill-768x513.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/SolvangAlisalRoadShopsWindmill-600x401.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/SolvangAlisalRoadShopsWindmill-509x340.jpg 509w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-71287\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Solvang; photo courtesy of Solvang Conference &amp; Visitors Bureau<\/p><\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">Get an early start and save your appetite because the <b>Santa Maria Valley <\/b>has some amazing wines to explore, but is also the home of Santa Maria-style barbecue (lightly seasoned tri-tip steaks grilled over an open flame). The transverse mountains, coupled with a cooler climate, set the wines of this region apart.<br \/>\n<\/span><span class=\"s1\"><b>EAT<\/b> Don your cowboy boots and visit the historic <a href=\"http:\/\/www.farwesterntavern.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span class=\"s2\"><strong>Far Western Tavern<\/strong><\/span><\/a>, a fixture since 1958 for the region\u2019s best Santa Maria-style barbecue.<br \/>\n<\/span><span class=\"s1\"><b>SIP<\/b> <a href=\"https:\/\/riverbench.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span class=\"s2\"><strong>Riverbench Vineyard<\/strong><\/span><\/a> is one of the region\u2019s premier wineries producing Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and sparkling wines. <a href=\"http:\/\/www.presquilewine.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span class=\"s2\"><strong>Presqu\u2019ile<\/strong><\/span><\/a> is a small and very modern family-run winery that pours Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, Syrah, Ros\u00e9 and sparkling wines in a tasting room that offers vineyard views against a stunning backdrop.<br \/>\n<\/span><\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_71281\" style=\"width: 810px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-71281\" class=\"wp-image-71281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/IMG_0110.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/IMG_0110.jpg 3264w, https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/IMG_0110-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/IMG_0110-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/IMG_0110-600x450.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/IMG_0110-453x340.jpg 453w, https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/IMG_0110-1832x1374.jpg 1832w, https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/IMG_0110-1376x1032.jpg 1376w, https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/IMG_0110-1044x783.jpg 1044w, https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/IMG_0110-632x474.jpg 632w, https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/IMG_0110-536x402.jpg 536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-71281\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Riverbench Winery; photo by Beth Graham<\/p><\/div>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">If you\u2019re a red wine lover, spend an afternoon in <b>Paso Robles<\/b>, known for its deep red varietals thanks to its inland location, shielded from the coastal winds and marine fog. This region is turning out some memorable Rhone grapes, Zinfandel, Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot.<br \/>\n<\/span><span class=\"s1\"><b>SIP<\/b> <strong><a href=\"http:\/\/foursistersranch.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span class=\"s2\">Four Sisters Ranch Vineyards &amp; Winery<\/span><\/a><\/strong> is perched high on a hilltop and produces award-winning limited-release varietals and blends.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">Cleanse that palate because your next stop, several hours north by car, is the <b>Carmel Wine Walk by-the-Sea<\/b>. Located right on the ocean, this pedestrian village is lined with art galleries, boutique shopping and caf\u00e9s. And it\u2019s not called a wine walk for nothing!<br \/>\n<\/span><span class=\"s1\"><b>EAT <\/b> <a href=\"http:\/\/dametracafe.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span class=\"s2\"><strong>Dametra Cafe<\/strong><\/span><\/a> features a hearty Mediterranean menu with gyros, hummus and baklava. Don\u2019t be surprised to see the chef standing in the center of the restaurant belting out a few tunes accompanied by a mandolin.<br \/>\n<\/span><span class=\"s1\"><b>SIP<\/b> Purchase a wine passport at the <strong>Visitor Center<\/strong> and follow the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.carmelcalifornia.com\/itineraries-carmel_wine_walk_by_the_sea_453.htm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span class=\"s2\">Carmel Wine Walk by-the-Sea<\/span><\/a><\/strong> where you can sip and swill at more than a dozen tasting rooms.<br \/>\n<\/span><span class=\"s1\"><b>STAY<\/b> Book a room at the Bavarian-inspired <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/Monterey-Hotels-Hofsas-House-Hotel.h5187.Hotel-Information?chkin=6%2F3%2F2018&amp;chkout=6%2F4%2F2018&amp;rm1=a2&amp;hwrqCacheKey=3165c361-6daa-406e-a306-219a6e6d1f60HWRQ1528070792263&amp;cancellable=false&amp;regionId=6026&amp;vip=false&amp;c=ddf2ea1b-a1cf-4628-a1cf-3aaccd91389f&amp;&amp;exp_dp=165&amp;exp_ts=1528070792624&amp;exp_curr=USD&amp;swpToggleOn=false&amp;exp_pg=HSR\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span class=\"s2\">Hofsas House<\/span><\/a><\/strong> where many rooms feature private balconies with unbelievable views of the Pacific Coast.<\/span><\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_71291\" style=\"width: 610px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-71291\" class=\"wp-image-71291 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/1494.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"600\" height=\"400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/1494.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/1494-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/1494-510x340.jpg 510w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-71291\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Carmel wine tasting; photo courtesy of Carmel by-the-Sea<\/p><\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/lp\/deals\/last-minute\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>ALSO<\/strong>: Stop whining and start booking\u2014check out these last-minute deals right now!<\/a><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\"><b>Days: 6\u20138: Northern California<\/b><\/span><\/h2>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">If your head is spinning, not from the wine itself but from all of the varietals you\u2019ve experienced, hold on tight because you\u2019re about to enter the region that put California wines on the map.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">Located between the San Francisco Bay and the Sierra Nevada Mountains lies <b>Lodi<\/b>, one of California\u2019s up-and-coming wine destinations. Although there are more than 100 varietals grown here, Zinfandel is what you\u2019ll want to taste.<br \/>\n<\/span><span class=\"s1\"><b>EAT <\/b><strong><a href=\"http:\/\/rosewoodbarandgrill.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span class=\"s2\">Rosewood Bar &amp; Grill <\/span><\/a><\/strong>serves up seasonal, farm-to-table cuisine paired with local wines.<br \/>\n<\/span><span class=\"s1\"><b>SIP<\/b> <strong><a href=\"http:\/\/www.klinkerbrickwinery.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span class=\"s2\">Klinker Brick Winery<\/span><\/a> <\/strong>is owned and operated by fifth-generation farmers and winemakers known for their Old Vine Zinfandel.<br \/>\n<\/span><span class=\"s1\"><b>STAY<\/b> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/Stockton-Hotels-Bordeaux-Inn-Lodi.h18608233.Hotel-Information?chkin=6%2F3%2F2018&amp;chkout=6%2F4%2F2018&amp;rm1=a2&amp;star=40&amp;sort=recommended&amp;hwrqCacheKey=3165c361-6daa-406e-a306-219a6e6d1f60HWRQ1528072363071&amp;cancellable=false&amp;regionId=8400&amp;vip=false&amp;c=5fd0495f-c140-4058-ade7-d61fb51189d7&amp;&amp;exp_dp=195&amp;exp_ts=1528072363651&amp;exp_curr=USD&amp;swpToggleOn=false&amp;exp_pg=HSR\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span class=\"s2\"><strong>Bordeaux Inn Lodi<\/strong><\/span><\/a> is a modernized 111-year-old B&amp;B that\u2019s just a 5 minute walk from downtown Lodi.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\"><b>Sonoma County <\/b>shares the limelight with <b>Napa Valley<\/b>, but these side-by-side wine regions both deserve a day (or two) as their wines are as diverse as their lifestyles. Sonoma is slow living, dirt roads, unoaked Chardonnays and spectacular Pinot Noirs. Napa is limousines, Michelin-starred restaurants, bold Cabernets and buttery Chardonnays.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">You\u2019ll get a true feel for Sonoma\u2019s casual lifestyle in <b>Healdsburg<\/b>, where the world-class cuisine shares the spotlight with the wine.<br \/>\n<\/span><span class=\"s1\"><b>EAT <\/b> <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/spoonbar.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span class=\"s2\">Spoonbar <\/span><\/a><\/strong>spotlights the best of this region\u2019s locally-grown organic herbs, fruit and vegetables in both its cocktails and food.<br \/>\n<\/span><span class=\"s1\"><b>SIP<\/b> <a href=\"http:\/\/wilsonartisanwineries.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span class=\"s2\"><strong>Wilson Artisan Wineries<\/strong><\/span><\/a> are all owned by The Grape Leaf Inn purveyors (see below). Their seven boutique wineries\u2014Wilson Winery, Mazzocco Sonoma, <strong>Matrix Winery<\/strong>, <strong>deLorimier<\/strong>, <strong>Jaxon Keys<\/strong>, <strong>Soda Rock<\/strong>, <strong>Pezzi King<\/strong>, <strong>St. Anne&#8217;s Crossing<\/strong> and <strong>Greenwood Ridge<\/strong>\u2014are spread throughout the Dry Creek, Alexander and Russian River Valleys, and guests at the inn can take advantage of free tastings.<br \/>\n<\/span><span class=\"s1\"><b>STAY<\/b> The<strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/Sonoma-County-Hotels-Grape-Leaf-Inn.h6948841.Hotel-Information?chkin=6%2F3%2F2018&amp;chkout=6%2F4%2F2018&amp;rm1=a2&amp;hwrqCacheKey=3165c361-6daa-406e-a306-219a6e6d1f60HWRQ1528071760121&amp;cancellable=false&amp;regionId=8322&amp;vip=false&amp;c=a67e8aa1-c210-45de-8bbb-25095a77ad5e&amp;\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span class=\"s2\">Grape Leaf Inn<\/span><\/a><\/strong> is a Victorian-era home, built in 1905, that has been renovated and modernized featuring 13 romantic and artfully decorated rooms. Its wrap-around porch is perfect for enjoying a bottle of wine found on your day\u2019s wine tasting excursion, set among tranquil, English-style gardens.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\"><b>EAT<\/b> Napa is home to some of the world\u2019s most acclaimed celebrity chefs so book ahead and visit Thomas Keller\u2019s <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thomaskeller.com\/tfl\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span class=\"s2\"><strong>The French Laundry<\/strong><\/span><\/a> in Yountville, if you&#8217;re lucky enough to land a reservation. You won\u2019t be disappointed.<br \/>\n<\/span><span class=\"s1\"><b>SIP <\/b> <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bvwines.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span class=\"s2\">Beaulieu Vineyard<\/span><\/a><\/strong> (BV) offers a taste of Napa\u2019s top varietals. If you\u2019re looking to taste one of Napa\u2019s world-famous iconic Cabernets, head to <a href=\"http:\/\/www.chimneyrock.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span class=\"s2\"><strong>Chimney Rock<\/strong><\/span><\/a> in the Stag\u2019s Leap District.<br \/>\n<\/span><b>STAY <\/b> <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/Napa-Valley-Hotels-Silverado-Resort-And-Spa.h16466.Hotel-Information?chkin=6%2F9%2F2018&amp;chkout=6%2F10%2F2018&amp;rm1=a2&amp;hwrqCacheKey=3165c361-6daa-406e-a306-219a6e6d1f60HWRQ1528555362850&amp;cancellable=false&amp;regionId=553248621532640886&amp;vip=false&amp;c=333abb06-57df-4f8f-b7b3-cbbddc7bdca0&amp;\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span class=\"s2\">Silverado Resort and Spa<\/span><\/a><\/strong> is a luxury resort that\u2019s centrally-located among Napa\u2019s more than 540 wineries.<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_57258\" style=\"width: 810px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-57258\" class=\"wp-image-57258\" src=\"https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/01\/Mansion.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/01\/Mansion.jpg 2500w, https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/01\/Mansion-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/01\/Mansion-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/01\/Mansion-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/01\/Mansion-1250x834.jpg 1250w, https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/01\/Mansion-400x267.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-57258\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">The Silverado Resort &amp; Spa in Napa Valley<\/p><\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"http:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/rewards\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-72158 size-full aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/ORB_Rewards_JustLikeThat_BeachChairs_onad_600x100_20180718.jpg\" alt=\"ORB_Rewards_JustLikeThat_BeachChairs_onad_600x100_20180718\" width=\"600\" height=\"100\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/ORB_Rewards_JustLikeThat_BeachChairs_onad_600x100_20180718.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/ORB_Rewards_JustLikeThat_BeachChairs_onad_600x100_20180718-300x50.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Eat, drink and enjoy the Golden 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