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Guide to Getting the Most Out of Your Wine Tasting

Guide to Getting the Most Out of Your Wine Tasting

Wine tasting can be a fun, social, shareable, and even a truly educational experience. True, many winetasters see the experience as just a social, fun activity, and the real tasting is an additional...

Hot Air Balloon Rides as Team-Building Activities

Hot Air Balloon Rides as Team-Building Activities

Are you looking for a team-building idea? A hot air balloon ride in Napa Valley is a terrific option, a shared adventure that develops camaraderie among team members, and each will remember the...

Planning for a hot air balloon ride. What to wear?

Planning for a hot air balloon ride. What to wear?

A hot air balloon Napa Valley is an occasion that many recognize as one of the most rewarding personal adventures available. From the beginning to the soft landing, the flight progresses along the...

Celebrating 48 Years Flying in Napa Valley

Celebrating 48 Years Flying in Napa Valley

For nearly a half-century, Bob Barbarick has flown hot air balloons across Napa Valley and elsewhere. His passion for flying ignited the dream of Balloons Above the Valley, now a hugely popular...

What to Expect on your first hot air balloon ride

What to Expect on your first hot air balloon ride

Imagine greeting a new morning while drifting slowly and casually above the fantastic landscape of Napa Valley. The views, sense of freedom and wonder, and even the joyous feeling of a slow-moving...

Spend a Week in Napa Valley

Spend a Week in Napa Valley

Whether you prefer non-stop activity and entertainment or a week of relaxation punctuated with unforgettable experiences, Napa Valley has something for everyone. The incredible environment,...

Hot Air Balloon Ride in the Spring

Hot Air Balloon Ride in the Spring

People who have participated in more than one Napa balloon ride discover that the amazing views change with each season. During summer, the leaf canopies blanket the vine rows laden with brilliant...

The Perfect Day Trip to Napa Valley

The Perfect Day Trip to Napa Valley

When a free day or two pops up on your calendar, why not swap those home chores and lawn care drudgery for something far more exciting? How about a fun-filled and memorable escape for two to Napa...

Planning to Visit Napa Valley this Summer?

Planning to Visit Napa Valley this Summer?

Summer is on its way as the vineyards of Napa Valley begin to show some signs of awakening from their winter dormancy. Managers and crews have been busy clearing away the debris from last season’s...

Spring Break Itinerary

Spring Break Itinerary

If you are undecided about your Spring Break destination this year, consider a trip to Napa Valley. Renowned for its first-class wine making, beautiful scenery, commitment to the arts and culture,...

Out-of-the-box date ideas to consider

Out-of-the-box date ideas to consider

Only a short distance from the bustling Bay Area is Napa Valley, one of the world’s most popular destinations for couples, families, and groups to escape, relax, and enjoy. Offering loads of fun...

Mustard Season in Napa Valley

Mustard Season in Napa Valley

It's the most wonderful time of the year! Or one of the most wonderful times... It's Mustard Season in Napa Valley! In late winter and early spring, the rolling hills of Napa Valley turn yellow as...

Do you know how a hot air balloon stays afloat?

Do you know how a hot air balloon stays afloat?

Some time or other, you have likely noticed giant, beautifully decorated hot air balloons drifting slowly across the sky. Perhaps you have wondered what it must be like to float quietly above the...

Plan your Valentine’s Getaway to Napa Valley

Plan your Valentine’s Getaway to Napa Valley

Whether your relationship has only just begun or has survived the experiences of decades, an escape to Napa Valley can rekindle the spark and add memories to those you cherish most. A Valentine’s...