Andrews - Frommers Napa Valley and Sonoma Day by Day

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ISBN: 978-1-628-87298-9 (paper); ISBN 978-1-628-87299-6 (ebk)

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Editor: Michael Kelly

Production Editor: Erin Geile

Photo Editor: Meghan Lamb

Cartographer: Liz Puhl

Indexer: Maro RioFrancos

Front cover photos, left to right: View of vineyard in St. Helena Meghan Lamb; Wine barrels stacked outside of the Chteau Montelena Wollertz / Shutterstock.com; Hot air balloons Meghan Lamb.

Back cover photo: Vineyards in Napa Valley Meghan Lamb.

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About this Guide

Organizing your time. Thats what this guide is all about.

Other guides give you long lists of things to see and do and then expect you to fit the pieces together. The Day by Day guides are different. These guides tell you the best of everything, and then they show you how to see it in the smartest, most time-efficient way . Our authors have designed detailed itineraries organized by time, neighborhood, or special interest. And each tour comes with a bulleted map that takes you from stop to stop.

Hoping to taste the latest cabernet straight from the barrel at a boutique winery, learn about eco-friendly winemaking, or visit the Peanuts gang with your kids at the Charles Schulz Museum? Planning a walk through downtown Sonoma, or dinner and a bottle at one of the regions renowned restaurants? Whatever your interest or schedule, the Day by Days give you the smartest routes to follow. Not only do we take you to the top attractions, hotels, and restaurants, but we also help you access those special moments that locals get to experiencethose finds that turn tourists into travelers.

The Day by Days are also your top choice if youre looking for one complete guide for all your travel needs. The best hotels and restaurants for every budget, the greatest shopping values, the wildest nightlifeits all here.

Why should you trust our judgment? Because our authors personally visit each place they write about. Theyre an independent lot who say what they think and would never include places they wouldnt recommend to their best friends. Theyre also open to suggestions from readers. If youd like to contact them, please send your comments our way at , and well pass them on.

Enjoy your Day by Day guidethe most helpful travel companion you can buy. And have the trip of a lifetime.

About the Author

Avital Andrews writes for dozens of national magazines, newspapers, and websites, including the Los Angeles Times, USA Today, The Week, Pacific Standard, Outside, Yahoo, Smarter Travel, and the Huffington Post. She is the lifestyle editor of Sierra, a magazine nominated for a 2016 Maggie in the category of Lifestyles & Alternative Lifestyles. Avitals journalism is nationally recognized and has been covered by The New York Times, The Atlantic, Time, NPR, and MTV. She makes regular radio and TV appearances, has degrees from UCLA and Stanford, and lives in Northern California with her husband and young daughter. Follow her on Twitter @avitalb.

Rosie Spinks , who contributed to this book, is a freelance writer based in London. Originally from California, her work is featured in The Guardian, NPR, Slate, Fusion, Outside, Marie Claire, Sierra, Good, and others. A nomad at heart, she writes about travel, food, tech, feminism, sustainability, and global citizenship. Follow her on Twitter @rojospinks and find her at rojospinks.com.

Acknowledgments

Sincere thanks to Pauline Frommer for reaching out to commission this fourth edition, and for her generous attention throughout the process of producing it. Thanks also to Michael Kelly and Erin Geile, whose eagle-eyed edits make me look good; to Rosie Spinks, whose whip-smart editorial assistance was crucial; to Meghan Lamb, whose excellent photo editing and regional expertise improved this book immeasurably; and to cartographers Liz Puhl and Roberta Stockwell for their help on this editions many maps. To my extended family (Arie, Ruth, Eyal, Leor, Sheindel, Cindy, Andy, Joe, and Claire): Thank you for being my rock, even when (especially when) times are tough. I am so grateful for each of you. This book is for Tim, and also for our little Hannah Eloisemy love for both of you is impossible to encapsulate in words.

An Additional Note

Please be advised that travel information is subject to change at any timeand this is especially true of prices. We therefore suggest that you write or call ahead for confirmation when making your travel plans. The authors, editors, and publisher cannot be held responsible for the experiences of readers while traveling. Your safety is important to us, however, so we encourage you to stay alert and be aware of your surroundings.

Star Ratings, Icons & Abbreviations

Every hotel, restaurant, and attraction listing in this guide has been ranked for quality, value, service, amenities, and special features using a star-rating system. Hotels, restaurants, attractions, shopping, and nightlife are rated on a scale of zero stars (recommended) to three stars (exceptional). In addition to the star-rating system, we also use a icon to point out the best bets for families. Within each tour, we recommend cafes, bars, or restaurants where you can take a break. Each of these stops appears in a shaded box marked with a coffee-cup-shaped bullet