Travel
50 Reasons to Travel to Sonoma County (In The Heart of the California Wine Country) by Nancy S Hayssen
[Apr 24, 2008]
1. It's a Golfer's Paradise
There are over 16 golf courses in Sonoma County, many of them near luxurious accommodations where you can celebrate a great game (or "forget" a bad one) with good food, spa facilities, and luxurious beddings.
2. Fly to New Heights
Ride a hot air balloon for a completely different kind of tour. Take lots of photos, and get a 360-degree bird's eye view of the amazing California landscape.
3. Wash Away Your Worries
California has a natural source of hot water springs, which the Sonoma Mission Spa has turned into a holistic bathing ritual (using top-of-the-line Jacuzzis and steam rooms). Guaranteed to soothe tired muscles and worn-out spirits-and leave you glowing and refreshed. Try the other 40 treatments, too!
4. Unlock the Secrets of Wine
Go on a wine-tasting tour at any of the 200 wineries located in Sonoma county. Learn about the different kinds of grapes, and the different factors-mixture, climate, soil, and picking procedure-that make each vintage unique. By the end of the course, you'll be the smartest person at the cocktail party.