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For luxury travelers who believe that wine country should come with private jets, caviar welcomes, and a personal sommelier in tow, these next-level getaways deliver on every decadent detail. From the sun-drenched vineyards of Sonoma and Santa Barbara to the scenic skies over New Zealand’s Marlborough region, the Foley Hospitality Group and Foley Family Wines portfolio are redefining the luxury wine tasting experience with their over-thetop luxurious Wine, Dine + Vines picnic packages, available across the portfolio Perfect timing ahead of July – to celebrate summer weather and NationalPicnicMonthwithaLUXEtwist.
Wine,Dine+VinesatFarmhouseInn|Forestville,CA -From$28,900for2nights
A two-night stay in the luxe Barn Suite Jr begins with private jet or helicopter transport, a caviar + Champagne welcome, and a private sommelierled journey to VIP tastings at Chalk Hill, Lancaster, and Roth Expect vineyard picnics (with keepsake alpaca blanket), Polaroid cameras to capture the magic, and wellness moments like a sound bath or 60-minutespatreatmentsinthebarn. Reserve via: (707) 887-3300 | reservations@farmhouseinn.com
Wine,Dine+WineatMacArthurPlace|Sonoma,CA-From$27,800for2nights
Take over the private Jasmine Cottage, Chef’s Cottage, or Artist Cottage at this stylish Sonoma retreat and enjoy not only a caviar + champagne welcome amenity but also VIP access to nearby wineries like Foley Johnson, Chateau St. Jean, and Silverado tastings. Add in two 100-minute spa “Journey” treatments, luxe vineyardpicnicking,andaPolaroidcameratocapturethespecialtrip
Reservevia:(707)938-2929|reservations@macarthurplacecom
Wine,DineandVinesatHotelLesMars|Healdsburg,CA-From$26,800for2nights
This French-inspired mansion delivers all the grandeur think Grand King accommodations, private car service, and top-shelf tastings at nearby wineries like Banshee, Ferrari-Carano, and Chalk Hill. The itinerary also includes Wellness Barn experiences at the nearby sister property Farmhouse Inn, a vineyard lunch, andmementoslikealeather-strappedpicnicbasketandPolaroidsnapshots
Reservevia:(707)433-4211|frontdesk@hotellesmars.com
Wine, Dine and Vines at Hotel Californian | Santa Barbara, CA - From $27,400 for 2 nights
Fromthechic(celebrity-frequented)MagellanSuitetoanaromatherapymassage at Majorelle, this escape pairs coastal cool with curated vineyard visits to nearby Firestone, Lincourt, and Foley Estates Extras include a private cooking demo at Blackbirdandallthesignaturepicnictouches.
Reservevia:(805)882-0100|reservations@hotelcalifornian.com
Wine, Dine + Wines at Black Walnut Inn | Dundee Hills, OR - From $25,300 for 2 nights
In the heart of Oregon wine country, this hidden gem offers Valley View Suite lodging, tastings at The Four Graces, and a chef-led foraging experience Vineyard picnics and in-room massages round out a truly immersive Oregon terroir encounter.
Reservevia:(503)538-8663|stay@blackwalnutvineyard.com
The Signature Foley Wine Flight | Wharekauhau Country Estate, New ZealandStarting at $699 for the tasting experience, nightly rate of $3,500/night in the high season
This globe-trotting wine experience hops between the North and South Islands via helicopter, touching down at Foley Family vineyards, including Te Kairanga, Grove Mill, and Vavasour for tastings, private tours, and a chef-curated picnic overlooking the vines Includes scenic flyovers of Cape Palliser and the rugged southeasterncoastforawineexperienceofalifetime