Napa Valley or Sonoma Wine Country Small-Group Tour

Napa Valley or Sonoma Wine Country Small-Group Tour

If you’re deciding between a Napa Valley and Sonoma wine country small-group tour, it helps to know they’re not identical—but the differences are nuanced. They show up in the scenery, the wines, and sometimes the experience itself.    While Sonoma County is often...
Top Wine Country Picks from Platypus Guide Steve

Top Wine Country Picks from Platypus Guide Steve

Steve Hunter has been a Platypus Tour Guide for over 15 years—and still genuinely loves every minute of it. Originally from Central Florida, Steve earned a Humanities degree from the University of South Florida—a path he jokes didn’t exactly lead to a clear career,...
Pink Grapefruit and Rose Palomas

Pink Grapefruit and Rose Palomas

  Pink Grapefruit and Rose Palomas By Shawnda Hansen     Napa and Sonoma may be known for wine, but they also have ties to standout tequila brands like Tres Agaves Tequila, El Negocio, and Penta Tequila—all produced in Mexico, as required, with Northern...
Dublin Coddle, St. Patrick’s Day Recipe

Dublin Coddle, St. Patrick’s Day Recipe

  A Traditional Irish Potato, Sausage and Bacon Stew by Alison Honey   Ingredients 8 slices bacon, chopped into small pieces 1 pound high-quality pork sausages (see notes) 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour 1 bottle Guinness beer (see notes) 2 pounds potatoes,...
Using AI to Plan Your Wine Country Trip

Using AI to Plan Your Wine Country Trip

Planning a day in Napa Valley or Sonoma wine country sounds simple. Until you open your browser.   Search “best wineries in Napa” and you’ll get:     Polished travel blogs Curated “Top 10” lists Beautiful photography Highly Google-optimized articles...
Top Wine Country Picks from Platypus Guide Jason

Top Wine Country Picks from Platypus Guide Jason

 Napa Valley and Sonoma have so much more to offer and our guides are the key. These local experts have uncovered every nook and cranny of the region from the best restaurants and romantic wineries, to the best picnic and nightlife spots. They’ve led California wine...