Raise a glass to friendship! These wine-soaked escapes blend sips, scenery, and seriously good girl time.
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Best Time to Go: April–June or September–October
Closest Major Airport: San Francisco International Airport (SFO) or Oakland (OAK)
Top 3 Things to Do:
Private wine tastings at top vineyards like Domaine Carneros or Stag’s Leap
Hot air balloon ride over the valley at sunrise
Relax in a mud bath or mineral pool in Calistoga
Best Time to Go: May–June or September–October
Closest Major Airport: Walla Walla Regional Airport (ALW) or fly into Pasco (PSC)
Top 3 Things to Do:
Stroll through walkable tasting rooms in downtown Walla Walla
Book a wine + chef’s dinner at a vineyard estate
Explore boutique shops and stay in a stylish inn or vineyard guesthouse
Best Time to Go: March–May or October–November
Closest Major Airport: San Antonio International Airport (SAT) or Austin-Bergstrom (AUS)
Top 3 Things to Do:
Hop on a Hill Country wine shuttle or limo tour
Shop for antiques, boots, and gifts on Main Street
Pick fresh peaches or wildflowers in the summer
Best Time to Go: May–October
Closest Major Airport: Portland International Airport (PDX)
Top 3 Things to Do:
Sip Pinot Noir at top vineyards like Domaine Drouhin or Sokol Blosser
Explore McMinnville’s charming food scene with farm-to-table dinners
Book a wine country bike tour or vineyard picnic
Best Time to Go: March–June or September–November
Closest Major Airport: Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) or LAX (2 hrs)
Top 3 Things to Do:
Sip along the Urban Wine Trail downtown or head to Santa Ynez Valley
Book a coastal horseback ride or sailboat cruise between tastings
Stay at a chic boutique hotel and enjoy ocean-view brunches
