For better or for worse, there some winemakers may not have a 2020 vintage. But, it's not because of coronavirus. No. Instead, the absence of a 2020 vintage from some winemakers is due to the fires burning around the state. … [Read more...] about Some Winemakers May Not Have a 2020 Vintage
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Nevada Adds Mask Mandate + Disney Changes
Thanks to its worsening rate of infection since reopening, Nevada adds a mask mandate for all. At the same time, Disney is rethinking its opening plans and has announced the major overhaul of an iconic ride. … [Read more...] about Nevada Adds Mask Mandate + Disney Changes
Hiking Down to Marshall’s Beach
On our final full day in San Francisco, we took Mr. Jeffsetter's recommendation and went on a hike. Specifically, we went hiking down to Marshall's Beach to get the best view of the Golden Gate Bridge in the city. … [Read more...] about Hiking Down to Marshall’s Beach
Model Bakery + Castello di Amorosa
On our last morning in Napa, we decided to maximize what little time we had left. So, we left the hotel and went into the town of St. Helena to grab breakfast at Model Bakery and to go exploring. … [Read more...] about Model Bakery + Castello di Amorosa
The French Laundry Experience
After our blissful in-room breakfast, our pampering session at Atrio Spa, and our brief visit to Beringer Vineyard, it was finally time for the moment we've been waiting for; The French Laundry Experience. … [Read more...] about The French Laundry Experience
A Brief Visit to Beringer Vineyard
After our visit to Atrio Spa, we headed back up to our room. Being that we had a few hours till we needed to head to dinner, though, we decided to pay a brief visit to Beringer Vineyard. … [Read more...] about A Brief Visit to Beringer Vineyard
Las Alcobas Napa Valley Room Service
On the morning of our one full day in Napa, I decided to give the Las Alcobas Napa Valley room service a try for breakfast. After all, my goal for the day was to have a splurgy belated birthday celebration for my lovely wife. … [Read more...] about Las Alcobas Napa Valley Room Service
A Brief Visit to Yosemite National Park
Our time in Merced, California was limited. However, I've wanted to visit Yosemite for a long time now. So, I decided to take us on a brief visit to Yosemite National Park. Though, I'd say "brief" was a hell of an understatement! … [Read more...] about A Brief Visit to Yosemite National Park
What I Ate in Merced, California
When I tell people I went to Merced, I often get a puzzled look. Yeah, I didn't know where it was either. As a result, I didn't expect much from the food scene there. So, here's what I ate in Merced, California. … [Read more...] about What I Ate in Merced, California
Review: Courtyard by Marriott Merced
The purpose of our NorCal trip was to attend a wedding in Merced. So, while in Merced, we ended up staying at the Courtyard by Marriott Merced. Why? Because, Marriott, and because it's one of the nicer options in the area. … [Read more...] about Review: Courtyard by Marriott Merced
