Category: In the News

When it comes to wine, oenophiles like to talk about terroir, that fancy-sounding term for the overall environment that helps shape the quality of the grapes. I’d argue that terroir is equally important when it comes to selecting a wine country vacation. Where you are matters. Beautiful scenery, close proximity to tasting rooms, a high…

Healdsburg has earned a well-deserved spot in the spotlight as it receives recognition in Sunset Magazine’s 2023 Travel Awards. The charming town, known for its picturesque vineyards, world-class wineries, and delightful culinary experiences, has been featured in the magazine’s “Where to Go: Best City Getaways” category. This recognition solidifies Healdsburg’s status as a must-visit destination…

Healdsburg, CA, was named the “Jewel of California Wine Country” by Travel + Leisure. The article praises the small town’s incredible concentration of three-Michelin-star dining, world-class resorts, and unique luxury experiences, all within a walkable plaza area.

We are absolutely thrilled to have received recognition from Vogue in their article: “A Guide to Healdsburg, a Burgeoning Culinary Destination in Sonoma County.” By day, a morning chill will lift to ensure your days can be spent biking alongside the foothills of the Sonoma Mountains, heading out for wine tastings, or cruising downtown Healdsburg,…

For a city teeming with heavy hitters in the wine and food scene, Healdsburg manages to maintain an irresistible small town charm and relaxed vibe. Think – Stars Hollow from Gilmore Girls but with Michelin starred restaurants and local wine thrown in. This makes it the perfect destination to enjoy a weekend of wining, dining, and natural…

by Janet O’Grady (Photo by Emma K. Morris) In Sonoma County’s most charming town, an easygoing escape for wine aficionados and outdoor enthusiasts alike. Once a sleepy hamlet in the heart of northern Sonoma County, Healdsburg is now a booming culinary and wine capital. Despite several splashy restaurant and hotel openings in the past year, however,…

by Mariana Zapata Located about 1.5 hours away from San Francisco, Healdsburg beckons travelers to its expansive hills striped with rows of grape vines. Wine may be the town’s most powerful allure, but those who know the area are eager to let you in on a secret: Healdsburg is also an incredible place for adventure…

by Derek Moore Set in the heart of Sonoma County Wine Country, Healdsburg blends small-town charm with world-class vistas and wines. The city of 11,275 is at the juncture of the Russian River Valley, Dry Creek Valley and Alexander Valley wine growing regions. Restaurants, shops, tasting rooms, galleries and bars line its famed plaza. Flowing…

Find out where to eat, drink, and stay in wine country. Countless Americans equate California wine country with Napa Valley. It’s a common association. Napa produces many absolutely fantastic vinos—not to mention award-winning cuisine. But Sonoma, the tall, not to mention gorgeous, county neighbor to the West, is severely underrated. Throughout the county, and especially in…

The Healdsburg Plaza was voted the #8 Best Public Square in the United States by readers of USA Today, in their 10 Best Contest. See all of the winners here.

Healdsburg, a beautiful town nestled between small wineries and green rolling hills is just an hour and a half north of San Francisco, but feels like a world away. You and your family will fall in love with the quaint and picturesque downtown, filled with farm-to-table restaurants, family-owned shop, and of course tasting rooms of…

California is an ideal place to be if you often find yourself living for the weekends. This is a massive state that’s so diverse in terms of landscapes and what you can see and do. But it’s also a great state for road trips because you can experience different sides of California in just a…