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Why Investment Readiness Will Define the Next Era of Wine Tourism
The global wine tourism industry is entering a new phase of maturity. While exceptional wines, beautiful landscapes, and authentic visitor experiences remain fundamental, they are no longer enough to guarantee long-term success, as previously discussed. Increasingly, the destinations that will lead the next generation of wine tourism are those capable of attracting sustained investment, building […] The post Why Investment Readiness Will Define the Next Era of Wine Tourism appeared first on Liz Palmer .
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How UNESCO Recognition Is Positioning Canada’s Okanagan Valley Among the World’s Leading Wine Tourism Destinations
Canada’s Okanagan Valley has long been respected by wine professionals for its cool-climate wines, innovative producers, and spectacular vineyard landscapes. Yet despite its international acclaim, the region has often been overshadowed by more established wine destinations such as Napa Valley, Bordeaux, Tuscany, and the Douro Valley. That is beginning to change. Kelowna’s designation as Canada’s […] The post How UNESCO Recognition Is Positioning Canada’s Okanagan Valley Among the World’s Leading Wine Tourism Destinations appeared first on Liz Palmer .
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AMG Precision Rally 2026: Conquering Nova Scotia’s Legendary Cabot Trail
Three Days. Two Nights. 350 km. One Legendary Journey Around Nova Scotia’s Cabot Trail. Every great rally is measured not only by the roads travelled, but by the memories created behind the wheel. Over three unforgettable days and two incredible nights, I joined 20 drivers, co-pilots, and two photographers for the perfect blend of precision […] The post AMG Precision Rally 2026: Conquering Nova Scotia’s Legendary Cabot Trail appeared first on Liz Palmer .
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Campania Stories 2026: Unveiling the Authentic Wines of Campania
The 2026 edition of Campania Stories ran from 23 to 27 April in Caserta, presenting new vintages from the region’s main appellations to the national and international press. The program opened on 23 April with a guided visit to the Royal Palace of Caserta and an inaugural conference in the Sala Romanelli, followed by two […] The post Campania Stories 2026: Unveiling the Authentic Wines of Campania appeared first on Liz Palmer .
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Visit Essex is shining a light on the county’s stunning vineyards
Visit Essex toasts booming wine tourism: from stays in grain silos to dining by the vines Ahead of English Wine Week (20 to 28 June), the county’s tourism organisation, Visit Essex, is celebrating a boom in wine tourism. The latest figures by Wine GB reveal that tourism-related visits to UK vineyards have increased by 55%…
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Shining a light on Essex’s stunning vineyards
Visit Essex toasts booming wine tourism: from stays in grain silos to dining by the vines Ahead of English Wine Week (20 to 28 June), the county’s tourism organisation, Visit Essex, is celebrating a boom in wine tourism. The latest figures by Wine GB reveal that tourism-related visits to UK vineyards have increased by 55%…
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How Bordeaux Connects City Life and Wine Country
As La Cité du Vin celebrates its 10th anniversary, Bordeaux’s transformation into a world-class wine tourism destination is more visible than ever. From immersive wine experiences in the city centre to easy access to renowned vineyards by tram and train, discover how Bordeaux is bringing the vineyard and the city closer together than ever before. The post How Bordeaux Connects City Life and Wine Country appeared first on Great Wine Capitals .
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Global Wine Tourism Day 2026 Gains Momentum in Bourgogne, France
Beaune Set to Host Landmark International Gathering for the Future of Wine Tourism As preparations continue for the inaugural Global Wine Tourism Day on June 17, 2026, in Beaune, Burgundy, the event is rapidly emerging as one of the most significant international forums dedicated exclusively to wine tourism. Hosted at the renowned Cité des Climats […] The post Global Wine Tourism Day 2026 Gains Momentum in Bourgogne, France appeared first on Liz Palmer .
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International Tourism Up 2% in Q1 2026 Amid Growing Uncertainty
International tourist arrivals grew 2% over the first quarter of 2026, despite disruption caused by the crisis in the Middle East in March. According to the latest data from UN Tourism, some 307 million tourists travelled internationally in the first quarter of 2026, about 6 million more than the same period of 2025. While the start of the […] The post International Tourism Up 2% in Q1 2026 Amid Growing Uncertainty appeared first on Liz Palmer .
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Unique Wine Tourism Experiences – Portugal’s Cork Harvest: How a 2,000-Year-Old Tradition Is Becoming Wine Tourism’s Next Great Experience
Each spring as vineyards across Europe enter a period of rapid growth, another harvest quietly unfolds across Portugal’s landscapes, one that is increasingly attracting the attention of wine travellers, sustainability advocates, and experiential tourists. The annual cork harvest season has officially begun across Portugal, marking the return of one of the world’s oldest and most […] The post Unique Wine Tourism Experiences – Portugal’s Cork Harvest: How a 2,000-Year-Old Tradition Is Becoming Wine Tourism’s Next Great Experience appeared first on Liz Palmer .
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The Last Two Wines From My Rhine River Cruise
Here are my tasting notes for the last few wines I enjoyed on my Avalon Waterways cruise of the Rhine River. I did try several German beers while on excursions during the day and will try to write an article on German beer later. My Wine Tasting Notes Christoph-Seydel-Str 2024 Spätburgunder trocken Reinhessen. Crystal clear. Medium minus red cherry colour. ...
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UK Launches a Unified Digital Gateway for Wine Tourism
The United Kingdom’s wine tourism sector continues its quiet but decisive evolution, from fragmented regional experiences to a more integrated, discovery-led ecosystem. The launch of the UK Vineyard Guide marks a strategic step in that transition. Positioned as a centralized digital platform, the Guide aggregates more than 1,100 vineyards across England and Wales into a […] The post UK Launches a Unified Digital Gateway for Wine Tourism appeared first on Liz Palmer .
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Robert Mondavi Winery Reopens: Redefining the Global Benchmark for Next-Generation Wine Tourism
Following a three-year transformation, Robert Mondavi Winery has reopened its historic Oakville estate, marking its 60th anniversary with what is arguably one of the most significant wine tourism reinventions in Napa Valley since the 1960s. The relaunch introduces a fully modernized visitor ecosystem, new hospitality and culinary spaces, expanded indoor-outdoor tasting environments, and advanced winemaking […] The post Robert Mondavi Winery Reopens: Redefining the Global Benchmark for Next-Generation Wine Tourism appeared first on Liz Palmer .
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Chile’s Wine Consumption Decline: Rethinking the Horeca Channel Through Wine Tourism Innovation
The decline in wine consumption is no longer a localized concern; it is a global structural shift. In Chile, this trend is particularly visible, as changing consumer behaviour intersects with evolving economic and cultural dynamics. Younger generations are not simply drinking less; they are drinking differently. The traditional model, volume-driven consumption anchored in restaurants, has […] The post Chile’s Wine Consumption Decline: Rethinking the Horeca Channel Through Wine Tourism Innovation appeared first on Liz Palmer .
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Porto’s Historic “Factory House” Opens After 236 Years: A Rare Wine Tourism Experience Inside the Heart of the Port Trade
A New Chapter in Porto’s Wine Tourism Evolution The Factory House in Porto has opened its doors to visitors for the first time in its 236-year history. Long regarded as one of Europe’s most exclusive wine institutions, the opening represents a rare convergence of heritage preservation and experiential tourism, offering access not simply to a […] The post Porto’s Historic “Factory House” Opens After 236 Years: A Rare Wine Tourism Experience Inside the Heart of the Port Trade appeared first on Liz Palmer .
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Global Wine Tourism Intelligence Briefing [Week of March 23, 2026] Part 3 – What Wine Destinations Should Do Next
Based on current global signals, four strategic imperatives are emerging: Design for experience, not just product Embed digital into the visitor journey Build tourism as a revenue pillar—not a marketing line item Engage younger audiences through participation, not instruction Wine tourism is no longer about showcasing place. It’s about activating it. The destinations that win […] The post Global Wine Tourism Intelligence Briefing [Week of March 23, 2026] Part 3 – What Wine Destinations Should Do Next appeared first on Liz Palmer .
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What to Pack for your Brewery Hops tour.
🎒 Packing for Ireland: Keep It Light, Keep It Fun 🇮🇪 Travel light—it’ll make your trip so much easier (and way more enjoyable!). One of the biggest “wish I hadn’t done that” moments travellers share? Overpacking. Between moving luggage and staircases, less really is more. Trust me. We keep things simple with one medium suitcase […] The post What to Pack for your Brewery Hops tour. appeared first on Brewery Hops .
by Mia Tobin4 viewstourism - news
Perrier-Jouët was my final Champagne of 2025 + the perfect beginning for 2026
The final dinner of the year always feels symbolic, a quiet threshold between what has been and what is about to begin. To close 2025 and welcome 2026, I chose Perrier-Jouët. Some Champagnes feel like an occasion before the cork even moves, and Perrier-Jouët belongs to that rare category, a house whose history is inseparable […] The post Perrier-Jouët was my final Champagne of 2025 + the perfect beginning for 2026 appeared first on Liz Palmer .
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Champagne Telmont: Where Heritage Meets the Future of Sustainable Champagne + Wine Review
Champagne is a region built on centuries of tradition, but every so often, a house emerges that doesn’t just update the rule book; it edits the whole document. Telmont, the organically driven, sustainability-obsessed house from Damery, is one of the most compelling modern narratives in Champagne today. With a history that stretches back more than […] The post Champagne Telmont: Where Heritage Meets the Future of Sustainable Champagne + Wine Review appeared first on Liz Palmer .
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Kilkenny and the Story of Abbies, Ales and Uisce Beatha
Kilkenny is well known as a city of art and culture and one with a rich food and drink heritage, with a history of distilling and brewing that goes back a long way. The post Kilkenny and the Story of Abbies, Ales and Uisce Beatha appeared first on Brewery Hops .
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The Return of Pink Chardonnay: A Lost Heir Rejoins Champagne’s Noble Lineage
Pink Chardonnay, officially recognized in the Champagne appellation since July 31, 2025, marks a historic return of a nearly forgotten grape variety to its rightful place in the region’s viticultural legacy. A natural mutation of white Chardonnay, this rediscovered gem becomes the eighth authorized grape variety in Champagne, joining the traditional seven and reflecting both […] The post The Return of Pink Chardonnay: A Lost Heir Rejoins Champagne’s Noble Lineage appeared first on Liz Palmer .
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Emirates Elevates Luxury Inflight Experience with Dom Pérignon Rosé Champagne in First Class
Emirates has further strengthened its reputation for offering one of the world’s most exclusive inflight wine and champagne selections by introducing Dom Pérignon Rosé Vintage 2009 to its first-class menu. This distinguished cuvée will be available for a limited time across all Emirates routes departing from Dubai. The airline maintains exclusive global rights to serve […] The post Emirates Elevates Luxury Inflight Experience with Dom Pérignon Rosé Champagne in First Class appeared first on Liz Palmer .
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Top 10 things about being an Irish tour guide
Whilst we don’t celebrate the Thanksgiving holiday in Ireland, there is a lot to be thankful for being a tour-guide in Ireland. The post Top 10 things about being an Irish tour guide appeared first on Brewery Hops .
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Irish Trailblazers: Celebrating 8 Irish Women Who Shaped History.
Today’s a special one—it’s March 8th International Women’s Day! And what better way to celebrate than by shining a spotlight on 8 incredible Irish women who’ve left their mark on history. The post Irish Trailblazers: Celebrating 8 Irish Women Who Shaped History. appeared first on Brewery Hops .
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