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From Kim Knox Beckius, your About Travel Editor
Greetings, Travelers! This week, our Travel Guides will take you on a grape escape. Whether you're an oenophile or a casual imbiber, the world's finest wine-growing regions offer intoxicating experiences... even for designated drivers. ~Kim

Sip and Sleep Under the Stars
The Napa Valley isn't just for wine enthusiasts. California's most famous wine region has picturesque campgrounds, plenty of outdoor adventure and many wine tasting opportunities that are more casual than snooty. Here's everything you need to know to plan an inexpensive Napa Valley camping trip.
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Victorian Elegance in Ontario's Wine Country
Niagara-on-the-Lake is one of Ontario, Canada's most beautiful towns. Known for summer theater and welcoming accommodations, Niagara-on-the-Lake is a perfect home base for travelers who wish to marvel at Niagara Falls, tour War of 1812 landmarks and visit the region's wineries, which are famous for icewines.
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Visit the Birthplace of Chianti
Italy Travel Guide Martha Bakerjian has been on many winery tours, and she reports: "Brolio Castle and Barone Ricasoli Winery is one of the best I've experienced." The formula for Chianti Classico was invented here at Italy's oldest winery, where you can sample wines and tour the castle museum and gardens, then stay and dine.
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Nearly 50 Wineries Await in Nasik
Wine tourism is the new buzzword in Nasik, located about four hours from India's most populous city: Mumbai. Many of the nearly 50 vineyards in and around Nasik have opened tasting rooms, and there's even a world-class winery--Sula Vineyards--with its own resort and spa.

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