Celebrate Fourth of July 2018

In the United States, our Independence Day is the Fourth of July. What does that mean? Parades, fireworks, patriotism, and an appreciation for history. Where will you find a peak of history? Healdsburg wineries in this 19th century town. Families will gather in parks,...

Celebrate Father’s Day with These Fun Activities in Napa!

June 17th is Father’s Day and it’s time to celebrate the Old Man and show him how much he really means to us. Whether you’re gifting him the perfect set of golf clubs, taking him to a fun BBQ event, or planning the ideal tour through Napa wineries and Sonoma wineries...

Andy Hyman: Author & Platypus Wine Tour Guide

Updated December 2025 At Platypus Wine Tours, our tour guides are fully equipped with industry knowledge, wine passion, and some writing skills –  at least, in Andy Hyman’s case. Andy has been a tour guide with us for many years, and with his extensive...

BottleRock Napa Valley: What You Need to Know

Napa Valley: the world-famous wine region. Known for its Cabernet Sauvignons, hundreds of wineries, and hosting the best 3-day party of the summer – BottleRock Music Festival. For 3 days, during Memorial Day weekend, guests can enjoy concerts and performances by...

Sonoma Wine Tours: A Look into Napa’s Historic Neighbor

The Napa Valley region is world renowned for it’s gorgeous scenery, fine wines, and wonderful climate. The Sonoma Valley offers this but in a more intimate and charming way. The town is filled with history and the wineries are some of the oldest in the West. It’s no...