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Korean Adventure: From Seoul to Busan
As many of you may know, my wife is Korean-American; she was born in the U.S. to two immigrants from Korea who both came here in there young-adulthood as their parents fled the Korean peninsula for reasons associated with that … Continue reading →
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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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Where to Drink Now in Vancouver, B.C.
Roundup of the best bars in Vancouver
by Lisa Futterman23 viewsbarstravel - news
FOUND Santa Monica Is the Coastal Hotel Refresh LA Has Been Waiting For
A newly refreshed Marriott boutique hotel minutes from the beach, incredible food, and everything you love about Santa Monica — this one belongs on your radar. As someone who has spent a lot of time exploring Los Angeles and rollerblading the Santa Monica Beach path on the regular, I can tell you with full confidence […] The post FOUND Santa Monica Is the Coastal Hotel Refresh LA Has Been Waiting For appeared first on hoopLA .
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Ohmygod–Part 5 Call The Cops!
OK, I really mean it this time… For those long-term readers of this blog, you are no doubt familiar with Ohmygod, a client that I had for three weeks of bike trips in Europe. I started recounting this story way … Continue reading →
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Historic Beer Birthday: Johann George Moerlein
Today is the birthday of Johann George Moerlein, who went by “George” (June 8, 1852-August 31, 1891). He was the son of Christian Moerlein, who founded the Christian Moerlein Brewery in 1853, when his son was one year old. He later joined the firm and was the vice-president at the time of his untimely death at 39. […]
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A Journey Through The Menus on An Avalon Waterways River Cruise
One of the most profound joys of river cruising is the realization that the view changes as often as the courses. As a food and wine reviewer, I find the true success of Avalon Waterway’s program lies in its balance of the modern traveler’s desire for healthful dishes as well as the culinary traditions of the European heartland. I downloaded...
by mywinepal21 viewscruisefood-and-wine-pairinggermanytravelavalon-waterwaysfood-and-wine - news
Ohmygod–Part 4 I’ve Been Robbed!
OK, I really mean it this time… For those long-term readers of this blog, you are no doubt familiar with Ohmygod, a client that I had for three weeks of bike trips in Europe. I started recounting this story way … Continue reading →
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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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My June (2026) Article is Out (And More)!
Every month, it seems like I hear “It’s hard to believe it’s already [fill in the month]!” In response, I have to resist adding a snarky response such as “well, calendars are hard to come by these days…” but that … Continue reading →
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Fifty Years Ago, a Blind Wine Tasting Event in Paris Changed Everything for California Reds and Whites
The post Fifty Years Ago, a Blind Wine Tasting Event in Paris Changed Everything for California Reds and Whites appeared first on Haute Living San Francisco .
by Laurie Jo Miller Farr18 viewsfeatured-articlesfood-and-wine-eventshaute-wineinternational-destinationstravelwine-country - news
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 .
by liz admin21 viewsportugaltourismtravelwine-newswine-tourismwines-of-portugal - news
Ohmygod–Part 3 The Train to Blois
OK, I really mean it this time… For those long-term readers of this blog, you are no doubt familiar with Ohmygod, a client that I had for three weeks of bike trips in Europe. I started recounting this story way … Continue reading →
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Tongue Dancer Wines: Spring Releases, the Whites
Although I have never really heard someone explicitly say it, I get the feeling that it is somehow “not cool” to say you like Chardonnay, particularly if you are male. I do not know if this stems from the stupid … Continue reading →
by the drunken cyclist20 viewschardonnaydry-creek-valleyrussian-river-valleysonoma-coastwinepinot-noir - news
Ohmygod–Part 2 Karma is a Bit…
OK, I really mean it this time… For those long-term readers of this blog, you are no doubt familiar with Ohmygod, a client that I had for three weeks of bike trips in Europe. I started recounting this story way … Continue reading →
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The Savoir Faire of Laurent-Perrier: Non-Dosage
As I mentioned a couple of weeks ago, I was recently approached by Laurent-Perrier Champagne to see if I would like to sample several of their iconic wines, to which I quickly responded “oui!” (I actually said “yes” as the … Continue reading →
by the drunken cyclist27 viewschampagnefrancepinot-noirwinelaurent-perriersparkling-wine - news
Tongue Dancer Wines: Spring Releases, the Reds
I am about to hop on a plane to attend my older son’s graduation from graduate school. Yes, that is right, Nathan is about to receive a Master’s Degree in Aerospace Engineering. I would say “where did the time go?” … Continue reading →
by the drunken cyclist22 viewspinot-noirrussian-river-valleysonoma-coastwinechardonnaytravel - news
Pomerol to Saint-Émilion … by Bike?
Since I started writing about wine, close to fifteen years ago now, one facet has remained constant: I write what I want to write. While that might not seem all that earth-shattering to most people, the thought of being told … Continue reading →
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Ohmygod–Part 1 On the Plane?
OK, I really mean it this time… For those long-term readers of this blog, you are no doubt familiar with Ohmygod, a client that I had for three weeks of bike trips in Europe. I started recounting this story way … Continue reading →
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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. ...
by mywinepal22 viewscruisegermanypinot-noirrhinerosetourism - news
How the Grasshopper Cocktail Got its Wings
A closer look at the Grasshopper cocktail, including a recipe.
by Kelly Magyarics22 viewsbarscocktailstravel - news
My May (2026) Article is Out!
Well, it is time for another article in my local Spring Branch Plus publication (actually, it is time for two since I forgot to alert you to last month’s article). In case you haven’t noticed, the wine industry is in … Continue reading →
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Another Exciting Chapter in Virginia’s Wine Story — Veritas Vineyards to Transition to New Ownership
It has been a dynamic, and at times unforgiving, spring for Virginia wine — early bud break, a punishing frost, … Continue reading →
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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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