Willamette Valley
#7 in Best Wine Vacations
Referred to as Oregon’s wine country, this 150-mile stretch between Portland and Eugene is home to nearly 700 wineries. The Willamette Valley is considered one of the world’s top pinot noir-producing areas. With family-friendly wineries, such as Brooks Wine and Stoller Family Estate, and sophisticated manors like King Estate Winery and Domaine Serene, Willamette Valley appeals to every kind of wine lover. Plus, if you don’t have your own set of wheels, you can easily reach the region from Portland with the help of an organized tour.
Porto
#8 in Best Wine Vacations
If you’re a fan of sweet wine, travel to this city on Portugal’s northwestern coast. Porto is home to – you guessed it – port wine, and no visit here is complete without sampling the region’s delectable vinho. Book a cellar tour of the prestigious Graham’s 1890 Lodge, or listen to the sounds of a Portuguese fado concert at Caves Calém’s – all while sipping on a delicious tawny port. Then, after exploring the grand port emporium and multimedia center of Espaço Porto Cruz, make time for a history lesson at the Port Wine Museum.
