Relaxing in Wine Country

Yesterday afternoon we arrived in Calistoga, CA after a day of exploring Mendocino and the Lake District along the way. The drive was beautiful but the windy roads get a little old when you're in a station wagon and keep getting passed by porsches! We stayed the night at a fabulous European-style Inn on the main street of Calistoga (http://www.calistogainn.com/) and jumped in on the festivites of Calistoga Blues and Jazz Festival. And today we're off to explore wine country a little more on another gorgeous day in Northern California. Cheers!

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Dutt & Whit said…

D&L!

I love the blog...its a great for us to somewhat enjoy your trip with you. It aslo has inspired me to get my blog updated. The address is:

dsquaredt.blogspot.com

Take care and be safe!

Dusty & Whitney!

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