Saturday, February 14, 2026

The Definitive Loire Valley Itinerary

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This Castle-Studded Wine Region Is Straight Out of a Fairytale
 
 
 
Just over an hour train ride from Paris, this cool-climate wine haven boasts gorgeous chateaux and bucolic landscapes.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
   
 
 
 
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7 Wine Regions for Your Destination Wedding
 
 
 
Few wedding venues are more romantic than a vineyard. Since wineries in the most popular places are impossible to book, here are seven other charming wine regions perfect for saying "I Do."
 
 
 
 
 
The Rise of the Winery Hotel Has Come at the Exact Right Time
 
 
 
I'm falling in love with wine country all over again, thanks to the winery hotel.
 
 
 
 
 
Falling Off My Bike Under the Tuscan Sun
 
 
 
What starts as a dreamy escape through Tuscany turns into a sweaty, gratifying adventure of bikes, hikes, wine, and hard-earned pasta.
 
 
 
 
 
Way Up in the Appalachian Highlands, Wine Hits Its Stride
 
 
 
When you think of world-class Pinot Noir, names like Domaine de la Romanée-Conti, Eyrie Vineyards, and Kosta Browne come to mind but Ankida Ridge in Virginia's Blue Ridge Mountains is quietly emerging as a serious contender on the international stage.
 
 
 
 
 
Disney's New Cruise Ship Is Basically a Floating Wine and Cocktail Theme Park
 
 
 
With five adults-only cocktail lounges and playful themes aplenty, Disney's latest ship blends booze cruise energy with movie magic.
 
 
 
 
 
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A French 75 Cocktail with a Rosé Twist
 
 
 
This simple riff on the classic French 75 cocktail replaces Champagne with sparkling rosé to for an easy-to-make four-ingredient drink.
 
 
 
 
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Vintage American Oak, Next-Gen Wine Storage
 
 
 
Handcrafted from reclaimed American oak, this one-of-a-kind sideboard blends timeless character with next-gen wine storage, featuring integrated 20-bottle, compressor-cooled refrigerators with digital touchscreen controls. Now 15% off during our Presidents' Day Sale.
 
 
 
 
 
Travel Back in Time
 
 
 
 
Travel Back in Time
 
 
 
Our November 2004 issue was focused on all things value. From budget-friendly Portuguese travel destinations to 90-point wines, this issue was packed with best buys. But that wallpaper? That's priceless 🍇.
 
 
 
 
 
 
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