“We were thrilled to discover that many outfitters share our vision that travel should ultimately not be acquisitive and superficial but connect us more deeply to the planet and to the people in it,” notes Norie Quintos, senior editor at National Geographic Traveler magazine. “The other wonderful thing we discovered is that one doesn’t necessarily
“Head to California for a truly special vineyard tour with Wine Country Trekking. Not only will you get to sample antioxidant-packed wines and delicious local foods, but you’ll also walk off those extra vacation calories as you hike your way through the gorgeous hills of Sonoma. Take in the scenery of the private estate wineries
“Pierce and Carmen Morris were on a northward walk markedly better organized than our own: having rambled throughout Europe, they had entrusted a local company [Wine Country Trekking] to plan their trip.
From “A Wild Ramble, Near the Golden Gate” in The New York Times (Travel)
(February, 2008)
Taking a page from inn-to-inn hiking vacations in Europe, Wine Country Trekking runs independent walking tours in the San Francisco Bay area… The forays make the most of city promenades, coastal paths, mountain trails and village lanes…
From “Trips, Tips & Deals” in The Chicago Tribune (Travel)
(November, 2007)
