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Ren Brown and his gallery and Japanese garden in Bodega Bay, Calif., Nov. 11, 2023. (Photo: Erik Castro/for Sonoma Magazine)

This Secret Sanctuary in Bodega Bay Has a Jewel Box of a Japanese Garden

February 2024February 2024

Gallerist Ren Brown’s lifelong passion for the art and culture of Japan has influenced his home and gardens, which include a tiny tea house.

Additional Sonoma County luxury establishments that were recommended by Forbes include Farmhouse Inn (pictured) and Farmhouse Inn Restaurant in Forestville and Hotel Les Mars in Healdsburg. (Farmhouse Inn)

Local Hotels Named Among ‘Best in the USA’ by U.S. News & World Report

February 2024February 2024

U.S. News & World Report has announced its 2024 list of “Best Hotels in the USA.” This year, more than 20 properties in Sonoma County made the cut.

The sun sets on a vineyard in St. Helena, Sunday, August 6, 2023. (Beth Schlanker / The Press Democrat)

Wine Country Spot Named Top ‘Trending Destination’ in the US by Tripadvisor

January 2024January 2024

The Tripadvisor award is the latest honor to highlight Wine Country’s continued appeal for travelers.

The North Sonoma Mountain Trail winds through North Sonoma Mountain Regional Park and Open Space Preserve, with a view of Bennett Valley, in Santa Rosa on Tuesday, April 25, 2017. (Christopher Chung/ The Press Democrat)

10 Best Hikes Near Sonoma, According to AllTrails

January 2024January 2024

With so many hiking options, how do you choose where to begin? Here are a few top picks from AllTrails reviewers.

The Stewarts Point Ranch bordered by the Pacific Ocean to the west and the Gualala River to the east. (Kent Porter/The Press Democrat)

One Sonoma County Hike for Each Month of 2024

January 2024January 2024

Lace up your boots — here are 12 hiking destinations to explore this year, each perfect for the month listed.

6 Favorite Napa Valley Hotels for Every Budget

January 2024March 2024

Planning a trip to Napa Valley? Here are six of our favorite hotel properties — from budget to splurge.

3/2/2014: B1: TOASTING WINE COUNTRY: College friends from Sonoma State University and Santa Rosa Junior College pose for a picture at Truett Hurst in the Dry Creek Valley. The annual Wine Road Barrel Tasting, which draws many young tasters, continues today and next weekend. PC: College friends from SSU and SRJC pose for a picture at Truett Hurst in the Dry Creek Valley. The 36th Annual Wine Road Barrel Tasting continues on Sunday and next weekend.

8 Reasons Why Winter Is a Great Time to Visit Sonoma Wine Country

December 2023January 2025

In winter, you can visit Wine Country for a fraction of the cost and without the crowds. Here's what else to look forward to.

Napa Valley Wine Train Rolls Out Environmentally Friendly Locomotive

December 2023December 2023

Called the 1864 in honor of the rail line’s founding year, the new train car features an engine that was manufactured by Rolls-Royce.

Crispy Kennebec Fries from the Spinster Sisters in the South A district of Santa Rosa. (John Burgess/The Press Democrat)

The Secret Sonoma County Destination You Need to Know About

December 2023December 2023

One of Sonoma County's trendiest and most culturally alive neighborhoods is hiding in plain sight. Check it out.

Planes, Trains and Automobiles: 10 Fun and Unique Ways to Explore California Wine Country

December 2023July 2024

Planes, trains and automobiles are just the start. There are also hot air balloons, vintage cable cars, a 14-person party bike, and more.

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