What Are Wine Travellers Really Looking For?

A weekend in the Douro is more than a wine escape—it is an invitation to slow down and reconnect with authentic Portugal. From the award-winning hospitality of Casa do Santo Wine & Tourism in Provesende to traditional village life, wood-fired bread, local cafés and the remarkable tasting menu at O Forno de Jales, this journey reveals how the future of wine tourism lies in meaningful human connections. Discover why the Douro's landscapes, people and traditions transform simple moments into unforgettable memories. The post What Are Wine Travellers Really Looking For? appeared first on Great Wine Capitals .

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Creating a Home Away from Home: How Hotelier Stefanie Wild Crafts Meaningful Moments of Belonging in Rheinhessen

On its website, the wine hotel Weinzuhause ("wine home") describes itself as "Your home in Rheinhessen." For German speakers, the name is also a play on words: Weinzuhause echoes "mein Zuhause" ("my home"). Located about a 20-minute drive from Mainz, this wine hotel, recipient of the Best of Wine Tourism award 2024, combines hospitality, wine, and the region’s unique way of life. That is precisely the goal of Stefanie Wild, managing director of the hotel: She wants to create a place where guests not only feel welcome but are truly at home. The post Creating a Home Away from Home: How Hotelier Stefanie Wild Crafts Meaningful Moments of Belonging in Rheinhessen appeared first on Great Wine Capitals .

Mendoza, where the city meets the vineyard

In Mendoza you don't have to travel long distances to change scenery. In just a few minutes, the bustle of the city gives way to the silence of the vineyards, olive groves and the Andes Mountains. This coexistence between the urban and the rural is much more than a geographical characteristic: it is a way of experiencing this destination. The post Mendoza, where the city meets the vineyard appeared first on Great Wine Capitals .

Rioja Wine Tourism Grows Smarter — and Leads Spain’s Wine Destinations

The numbers are in, and they tell a compelling story. According to the Wine Tourism Monitor published by the Regulatory Council of Rioja QDO, wine tourism in Bilbao-Rioja is not just holding steady — it is generating more value, attracting more international visitors, and drawing greater investment than at any previous point in the designation's history. For wine lovers planning their next trip, the case for Bilbao and Rioja has never been stronger. The post Rioja Wine Tourism Grows Smarter — and Leads Spain’s Wine Destinations appeared first on Great Wine Capitals .

What Are Wine Travellers Really Looking For?

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Creating a Home Away from Home: How Hotelier Stefanie Wild Crafts Meaningful Moments of Belonging in Rheinhessen

Mendoza, where the city meets the vineyard

Rioja Wine Tourism Grows Smarter — and Leads Spain’s Wine Destinations