Destination: Temecula, CA Guest: Norma Marlowe, Director, Public Relations, Visit Temecula Valley https://www.visittemeculavalley.com/ Must-Do's: - Temecula Valley Wine Country - https://www.visittemeculavalley.com/wine/ There are nearly 50 wineries, many with restaurants, gorgeous views, and an approachable vibe. - Take a Tour: https://www.visittemeculavalley.com/things-to-do/tours/ Take a wine tour on foot, by sidecar, in a luxury van - or walk in for a tasting. Temecula offers ideal wine grape growing conditions for Cabernet Sauvignon, Cab Franc, Merlot, and Sauvignon Blanc. Our warmer-climate Mediterranean varieties include Viognier, Syrah, Grenache, Sangiovese, and Tempranillo. The regenerative agriculture tour at Wilson Creek Winery is very popular: https://www.wilsoncreekwinery.com/reservation/type/regen-ag-wine-tour - Hot Air Balloon Flights at Sunrise: https://www.visittemeculavalley.com/things-to-do/outdoor-recreation/hot-air-ballooning/ The balloon flights are peaceful, and they take place during the early morning hours, when the air is still and conditions are ideal. - Walk around Old Town and enjoy shops, restaurants, museums, and the Pioneer vibe. Temecula Olive Oil Company, Temecula Lavender Company, Old Town Spice & Tea Merchants, Corbeaux Wine & Tea House, Temecula Lavender Co. https://corbeauxwineandtea.com/ - More here: https://www.visittemeculavalley.com/things-to-do/old-town/Old Town - Dining: https://www.visittemeculavalley.com/things-to-do/old-town/dining/ - Pechanga Resort Casino. It’s one of the largest Casinos in the Western United States, with top live entertainment, championship golf, nearly a dozen restaurants, large spa.. https://www.pechanga-nsn.gov/index.php/history/the-great-oak - Equestrian activities. CRC Ranch hosts Western style events like rodeos and barrel racing competitions.More here: https://www.visittemeculavalley.com/things-to-do/outdoor-recreation/equine/ - The Temecula Valley Barrel Art Trail – 42 artists have been commissioned by Temecula wineries and businesses to transform retired wine barrels into works of art. https://www.visittemeculavalley.com/barrel-trail/ - Plan a stay in wine country and enjoy the views, balloons, and relaxing vibe. Petite Domaine is a new expansion of the luxury B&B Domaine Chardonnay, https://www.thenewinn.com/ (A Sunset Magazine Travel Award winner) and https://vinehousebedandbreakfast.com/ B&Bs. https://www.visittemeculavalley.com/hotels/where-to-stay/ - Wellness and Spas: Spa Pechanga, Grapeseed Spa at South Coast Winery Resort, Murrieta Day Spa, Temecula Salt Cave, Serenity Scalp Spa, Glen Ivy, and Murrieta Hot Springs Resort. https://www.visittemeculavalley.com/things-to-do/spas/ - Sustainabile farming: Lost Ranch, Uys, Palumbo Family Vineyards, Wilson Creek Winery. https://www.wilsoncreekwinery.com/reservation/type/regen-ag-wine-tour - Farm to table – Chef Leah Di Bernardo from E.A.T. Marketplace, Chef Hany Ali at Europa Village, and Jonathan Alcala at Corkfire work with local farms for the ingredients in their restaurants. https://www.slowfood.com/https://eatmarketplace.com/

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