Make a Beeline for Napa Vacation Rentals

Although most people know about the amazing wine that grows out of Napa Valley, what they don’t realize is that they are whizzing right past the charming community of Napa when they enter this spectacular region.

Napa is both the gateway to Napa Valley and the commercial center of the area, but it can be easily missed if you aren’t willing to hop off the freeway before exploring miles of Wine Country. As others continue north to the popular tours at the Robert Mondavi Winery in Oakville or the Sterling Winery in Calistoga, you can find a truly unique wine-tasting experience by veering off towards a cozy Napa vacation rental.

Napa is home to several amazing wineries in addition to some great festivals that cannot be missed by any true food and wine lover. While each winery boasts its own prized reds and whites, you simply can’t go wrong with a stop by either the Trefethen Vineyards or the Pine Ridge Winery for the exceptional tours and tastings.

A top tourist attraction that goes miles beyond your typical vineyard visit, COPIA: The American Center for Food, Wine and the Arts offers interesting and informative wine, food and garden programs that both educate and entertain. Whether you want to watch a cooking demonstration with a famous chef, explore the organic garden, or learn more about food and wine pairings, COPIA is certainly more than just a place to sip some Sauvignon Blanc.

Although it never seems like vacations are long enough in Napa, be sure to set aside some time to wander around one of the great festivals during your visit. The annual Napa Wine & Crafts Faire brings artists and local growers together in one place for an all-around Wine County experience, while the Napa Town and Country Faire celebrates the Napa Valley’s agricultural heritage with auctions, tastings, and a gala.