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Wine Country
Calistoga Mud, Dirt Cheap
Thanks to package spa deals, a day spent lounging in mineral pools and succumbing to a masseuse's hands is no longer at odds with your New Year's resolution to save money.
The Gourmet Gauntlet
First stop for foodies heading into the Wine Country? Napa's First Street, home to a chocolate shop, an eco-friendly seafood market, and the specialty Oxbow Public Market.
Post-Holiday Picnics
Why pop those plastic containers of turkey and stuffing in the microwave when you can bring them to these pretty winery picnic spots and enjoy them with a glass of Chardonnay?
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VideoCopia Closes Its Doors
After losing $4 million annually, Napa food and wine museum shuts down to search for needed cash.
Fun At Gun Bun
History - and a dose of humor - pervades Gundlach Bundschu, which may be the oldest family-owned winery in California.
Saving The Best For Last
At Elements Restaurant & Enoteca, some of the most striking things happen at the end of the meal.
The Inn at Southbridge
This St. Helena spot doesn't offer the luxurious spoiling the same money would buy elsewhere.
Totally Kosher
At Napa Valley's Hagafen (Hebrew for "the vine"), owner Ernie Weir makes wine first — the fact that it's kosher comes second.
Take To The Water
Tired of tastings? Kayak Napa Valley offers $30 easy-paddle trips in the Napa River and adjacent Napa Marsh, home to raptors and waterfowl.Preston Of Dry Creek
Farmhouse winery goes green by using solar power and fueling its tractors with restaurant fryer oil.
Wine And Bocce Pairings
What better way to pace yourself during tastings than a game of bocce on one of these five winery courts?Napa Comes Into Its Own
Once-overlooked town lures visitors with fine restaurants, an upscale public market, and a San Antonio-style river promenade.
