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🧳 Where should your next wine trip be?

Published about 2 months ago • 2 min read

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Hi Reader,

This is the time of year when I start dreaming about next year’s travels.

And if you’re anything like me, wine country is probably high on your list.🍷✈️

But with so many amazing regions around the world, how do you choose where to go next?

I pulled together a few easy ways to narrow it down (no spreadsheet required!).

Here’s how to find the wine region that fits your vibe.

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☀️ Start with when you want to travel.​
Seasons flip between hemispheres, which means your travel month can be peak season, slow season, or full-on harvest somewhere else. This alone can help you narrow things down fast.

🍷 Let your wine preferences lead the way.​
Love earthy reds? Prefer bright aromatic whites? Obsessed with trad-method bubbles? Pick a region known for the wines you actually drink.

🧭 Think about what else you want to do.​
Beach days? Mountain hikes? Museums and historical sites? Let your non-wine interests guide you. Because a wine trip with bonus fun is always a good idea.

👯 Consider your travel crew.​
A romantic weekend looks different from a kids-in-tow adventure or a friends trip. Choose a region that fits your people and the energy you’re bringing.

🍽️ Let food help you choose.​
Seafood lovers will love coastal wine regions. If you’re all about farm-to-table, agricultural areas are your best friend. More of a cheese-with-everything person? Look for regions with great local cheesemakers. You’ll enjoy the pairings so much more.

✈️ Be honest about how far you want to travel.​
Not feeling a long-haul flight? Totally fine. Want something epic and passport-required? Also great. Think about your travel bandwidth before committing to something that feels like a logistical marathon.

🗓️ Match the region to the time you have.​
A long weekend calls for short drive times and close-together wineries. A full week? Some regions really shine when you have time to slow down, explore, and not sprint between tastings.

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Ready to start planning? Explore my done-for-you wine trip itineraries. They include where to sip, stay, and how to get there, perfect for mapping out 2026.

No matter where you go next year, I hope it’s filled with great food, great company, and truly great wine. 🥂

Cheers,

Laura

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Laura Danforth - WSET Level 3, American Wine Expert

Hi! I'm Laura, your go-to source for all things wine and wanderlust. Whether you're a wine newbie or a seasoned pro, I'm here to help you experience the same joy and education that wine country travel has brought me. From wine travel basics to wine region guides to done-for-you itineraries, I make planning a wine tasting trip simple…and fun!

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