The green view from a balcony with a chair and table. Through the deck railing is green grass, scrubs and a few trees, and then vineyards.
Lodgings A Room with a View

When visiting Sonoma County’s Wine Country, a room with a view might be on your must have list. Here are a few options to consider if you’re longing to sit back and gaze at nature while sipping a glass of wine.   Healdsburg Perched on a hilltop just minutes from downtown Healdsburg, Bella Villa Messina […]

Rebecca Germolus / Jun 22, 2024
From left to right: Beth, Janelle and Marcy in front of a red background
Podcast Wine Road Podcast Episode 177

In Episode 177, we dive into our vibrant city of Santa Rosa with guest Janelle Myers, the VP of Marketing and Communications at the Santa Rosa Chamber of Commerce. Janelle reveals the city’s bustling beer scene and brand new beer passport program, which allows visitors to explore various breweries throughout Santa Rosa. She also highlights […]

Liana / Jun 15, 2023
An inviting porch with white wicker chairs and tables, all nicely decorated with flowers, throw pillows and a bowl of fruit. Redwood trees and an American flag frame the background.
Lodgings Finding the Best Place to Stay

When planning a trip, finding the best place to stay isn’t always easy. And, it can take hours of web searching, and you still may settle for less than you wanted. As I planned a recent trip, I was once again reminded how lucky travelers to the Wine Road area are, and what a great […]

Rebecca Germolus / May 31, 2023
a panoramic view of the Links at Bodega Harbour
Find Your Perfect Day Perfect Day – Demian Reddy

Demian Reddy, PGA of Wine Country Golf Group, gives us his Perfect Day along the Wine Road. First up – Breakfast. Willow Wood Market Café in Graton is a favourite, Demian loves taking an early morning drive out to West County. Runner up is Costeaux’s, it’s within walking distance from Demian’s house.   His favourite […]

Marcy Gordon / Mar 21, 2020
The lake at Spring Lake Park from a distance.
Find Your Perfect Day Perfect Day — Nathan Germolus

A visit to Sonoma County means I’m well on my way to having a perfect day, for I have a few days off, can relax and do the things I enjoy. I live in northwestern Minnesota, and travel much of the workweek for my job. I’m fortunate to have a family member in Santa Rosa, and […]

Marcy Gordon / Nov 20, 2019
Panoramic view of Lake Ralphine in Howarth Park, Santa Rosa, CA
Find Your Perfect Day Perfect Day – Brad Calkins

Brad Calkins, the Executive Director of Visit Santa Rosa, is in-the-know when it comes to where to go and what to do in Santa Rosa and Northern Sonoma County. Here are his suggestions for the Perfect Day.   My wife and I love Dierks’s Parkside Café.  It’s only open for breakfast and lunch and our […]

Marcy Gordon / Aug 1, 2019
LOVE metal artwork
Itineraries Exploring Santa Rosa

Visitors to Wine Country sometimes miss exploring Santa Rosa unless they are in town for a conference with only a few hours to spare. Whether you are in Sonoma County for a long or short visit, or live locally, there are plenty of terrific things to do and see just minutes from the heart of […]

Rebecca Germolus / Jul 11, 2017