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Hello Reader! Bonjour from Amanda and Gail in Bordeaux! As you read this, Amanda and I are sailing through Bordeaux, waking up to vineyard views, sipping Grand Cru by noon, and discovering the kind of wine country magic we love to bring you along for. And while we’re living the river cruise dream, we’re also plotting what’s next... and it’s big. Visiting a sturgeon farm where they produce organic caviar This month’s newsletter is brimming with what we love most: rare wines, unforgettable...

Hello Reader! Summer is almost here. The solstice is around the corner, and it feels like the perfect excuse to pour a chilled glass of something delicious. It’s a time to dream big and plan a journey that stays with you long after the last glass is poured. This month, we’re celebrating fresh beginnings. There’s a brand-new Australia adventure, a luxury yacht cruise along the Riviera, exciting growth beyond wine-themed trips, and a call for future trip hosts (maybe even you). I’ve also been...

Hello Reader! June is here, and we’re officially in summer mode. Around here, that means different things for different team members. Some are off on family adventures to Disney World, others are savoring staycations along the California Central Coast, and a few of us are prepping for a familiarization trip to Bordeaux later this month to uncover new gems and strengthen connections with our local partners. This month, we’re unveiling a new trip, celebrating a favorite food holiday (hint: it’s...

Hello Reader! We're heading into one of our favorite times of the year: sunshine, long weekends, and wine-filled celebrations. With National Wine Day on May 25 and Memorial Day just after, we hope you're planning to raise a glass or two. Meanwhile, we’ve been busy behind the scenes! From getting ready to launch a dreamy new painting trip in Provence (you'll have to wait for our next newsletter!) to sharing delicious recipes straight from Bordeaux, this issue is packed with news you don’t want...

Hello Reader! For the past two months, I've been traversing Western Europe. Spain, then Portugal, Spain again and now France. The reason was to escort various Wine Lovers Travel wine club groups. All have been remarkable experiences with lovely people! We've done amazing things, from getting a personal library tour with a legend in Rioja wines to having the owner of one of the most famous Premier Grand Cru Bordeaux chateaux host us at a private dinner in his dining room. These are the kinds...

Bom Dia from Lisbon Reader! I arrived in Portugal yesterday morning and am thrilled to be joining Tres Sabores winemaker Julie Johnson and her co-winemaking husband Jon Engelskirger, along with their wine club travelers, for an unforgettable trip. We kicked things off with a stunning tour of Lisbon. Its cobbled streets, tiled facades, and golden rooftops never disappoint. Last night, we tucked into a feast of delicious petiscos (Portugal’s take on tapas) and raised a glass with Julie to...

Hola Reader! Tomorrow, I'll be saying goodbye to an incredible group of new friends who joined us and Copia Vineyards for an unforgettable tour through Spain. Before that, I attended the BILNI conference in Lake Garda, where I was completely enchanted by the beauty and romance of Verona. It’s an absolutely stunning city, and I highly recommend adding it to your must-visit list! Here are some highlights and discoveries from this trip: Verona: More Than Just Romeo & JulietMost people know...

Ciao Reader! Tomorrow I’m making my way to Italy to attend the BILNI 2025 – Northern Italian Lakes International Workshop. I'll be soaking up the beauty, culture, and travel opportunities of this breathtaking region. I’ll be meeting with incredible travel partners and brainstorming ways to bring you unforgettable group and individual trips to experience Italy like never before. Is there a destination in Italy you’ve always been curious about? Let me know, and I’ll get all the insider details...

Hello Reader! With spring almost here, it’s time to embrace fresh adventures and, of course, plenty of exceptional wine. As the seasons begin to shift, we’re gearing up for our next round of unforgettable group trips, and we couldn’t be more excited for our travelers heading out in the coming months. Later this month, a lucky group will be sipping their way through Spain visiting San Sebastián, Priorat, and Barcelona alongside Copia Vineyards owners Anita and Varinder Sahi. Then, in April,...