It’s no secret that travel is back in action. Whether wanderlusts are traveling to domestic or international locations, bags are packed and tickets booked. Long lines and cancellations notwithstanding, travel to new and exciting spots can be provide some of the most exciting adventures. When is your next journey? Will you travel for wine?
Those in the alumni office at the University of Richmond, a place where I’m honored to have graduated, recently asked me to write a piece about tips to mind when visiting wine country. You may be interested in a few of these ideas to put in your back pocket (or backpack) when you’re planning your trip. For the link to the July 2023 issue of the University of Richmond Magazine, click here and enjoy the read!
Cheers to Traveling Again
University of Richmond Magazine – July 2023
Planning a trip to wine country? Any season is a good time to visit, so let’s go. A trip in the winter may afford you the opportunity to meet with a winemaker or winery owner since harvest is finished and vines lay dormant. In the cool spring, bud break occurs, and there’s a level of excitement about the vintage to come — and extra spots in the tasting rooms. Summer is when lush grapevines bask in their glory, and views are extraordinary. And in the fall, everyone cheers a successful harvest.
Whether you sip and savor wines from Virginia, California, Oregon, New York, or your favorite wine region, there’s always a glass of something delicious at the ready. Before you book your trip, however, keep in mind a few tips that will help make your experience unforgettable. For the remainder of the article, click here.
Cheers! ~ Cindy
