Alicia Tenise

D.C. Fashion, Travel and Lifestyle Blogger

The Perfect Sonoma Girls’ Getaway at Vintners Resort

Vintners Resort review featured by top US travel blogger, Alicia Tenise: Ferrari-Carano Vineyards

I’ve been lucky enough to visit Sonoma not once but twice this fall. It’s a magical place that I will never grow tired of: the views are stunning, the wines are incredible, and the locals are incredibly friendly!

Last month, I was invited on the most incredible wellness girls getaway hosted by the kind folks at Vintners Resort, a four-diamond resort located in Santa Rosa, CA, and Ferrari-Carano Vineyards, their sister vineyard in Dry Creek Valley. It was the perfect wine country wellness experience and a trip for the books!

If you’re looking to plan a girl’s trip to Sonoma in the future, here’s why Vintners Resort is the perfect place to host it!
 
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Travel Guide: A Weekend in Livermore Valley Wine Country

Fenestra Winery

Last month, I did an epic, 2-week road trip throughout the state of California. We started in Sonoma and drove down to San Diego, and we had the opportunity to explore a lot of hidden gems along the way! Before this trip, I had only visited California’s major cities, so it was a treat to go off the beaten path and explore new destinations.

When I was at the New York Times Travel Show back in January, I met one of the reps from the Livermore Valley Winegrowers Association. After learning about the region at the Travel Show (and sampling some of their delicious wines!), I knew it had to be on my list. Did you know that Livermore Valley Wine Country is one of the oldest wine regions in California, and was one of the most prominent wine regions in the country before prohibition? Also, you can travel to this wine region from San Francisco via public transit (the BART). How cool is that?

Not to mention: the surrounding Tri-Valley region is a charming destination that’s perfect for foodies as well. If you want an elevated, yet approachable wine tasting experience in the Bay Area, here’s why the Livermore Valley should be on your radar.
 
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Our Home Away From Home: The Hyatt Regency San Francisco

Club Lounge - Our Home Away From Home: The Hyatt Regency San Francisco featured by popular DC travel blogger Alicia Tenise
Lobby - Our Home Away From Home: The Hyatt Regency San Francisco featured by popular DC travel blogger Alicia Tenise

As most of you know, I attended the Pinterest conference in San Francisco last month. It was my first time visiting the Paris of the West, and my first time in Northern California — however, it certainly won’t be my last. I ate as much food as I could in SF, and crammed in as much sightseeing possible in the short time I was in town. I plan on heading back with Tom shortly to experience the city once again, and to venture out to either Napa or Sonoma since we’re huge wine enthusiasts. 

The lovely team at the Hyatt Regency San Francisco hosted myself and one of my blogger friends, Jenn, during our visit — and we loved every minute of our experience. We thought the hotel was in the perfect part of town, had the friendliest, most accommodating staff, some delicious dining options and was within walking distance to some incredible attractions. If you’re planning a trip to San Francisco in the near future, here’s why the Hyatt Regency San Francisco should be your home away from home.
 
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