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Is a Wine Tour Worth the Money?

It can be hard to justify the cost of some services in the Internet age. Why pay a travel agent when a simple web search can yield 10 different prices for flights? Why pay for a handyman when an instructional video on-line shows you exactly how to replace a toilet? Some people even wonder whether it’s worth it to pay for tour guides when so much information about places is available through web searches.

There is a cost difference in paying for a wine tour versus creating your own custom wine tour. Many people look at this as an opportunity to save some money. In truth, it might be worth double-checking what you’re missing out on while saving that money.

Designated Driver

The most basic thing to remember in a DIY wine tour is that someone must be the designated driver. This person will not be tasting wines with the rest of the group. They may be tempted to take “just a sip.” Thing is, that sip ten times over at four wineries adds up to a lot more than a mouthful. If the designated driver has any lapse in their self-control then the financial costs of a DUI should be enough to suggest a wine tour instead of a self-guided tour.

Variety is the Spice of Life

Internet research can only get you so far. Companies that put on wine tours choose the wineries carefully. They want to give their guests a wide range of experiences and part of how they do that is the wineries they choose. When someone sets up their own wine tour they are naturally more likely to stick with what they know, skipping new experiences that may be had while on a wine tour.

A Guide Knows More Than You

Just going from one winery to another tasting wine is OK. Hearing about the history of the wineries and local being driven through is something entirely different. Not only will the wine tour guide have a wealth of information to share on the tour, they likely know the people working the wineries and often get you more than a simple tasting room visit.

If you’re considering a wine tour North of LA contact Limo 805 today. Let our experienced drivers make sure you get the most out of your visit.

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Finding The Best LA Wine Tour

A trip to Los Angeles without stopping by a vineyard is like a trip to Denver without visiting a brewery. It just seems like something is missing. Thousand Oaks, CA is part of Simi Valley, home to many excellent vineyards.

A wine tour takes this a step further. Instead of just visiting a single you visit a handful of them. At each one you have an opportunity to sample some of the wines specific to that vineyard. When the tour is over you’ll have sampled many of the wines available from the region.

Details, Details

Planning a tour like this on your own is a daunting task. The task is even harder if it’s your first time visiting the area. With no knowledge of where the vineyards are located, the best routes to take from one to the next, or what types of wine each specializes in you are looking at a mountain of research. Even after doing your research you can’t be sure you’re making the most of your time, or budget. To get the best wine tour you need help.

Find a Tour

If you know some people that live in the region, you can connect with them to get your planning done. Without those connections, you’ll need to look for help elsewhere. California has some companies that specialize in nothing more than organizing wine tours for tourists. Their offerings range from a simple consultation to full multi-day private wine tasting extravaganzas, including limo service. Likewise, their prices range from relatively cheap to extremely expensive.

The best wine tour for you depends on your taste and budget. Truthfully, working with a local company you’re almost guaranteed a great tour. Rest assured they can find a tour to match your experience level and budget.

Designated Driver

The biggest problem with taking yourself on a wine tour lies in the driving. Sampling many varieties of wine and driving a car just don’t mix very well. Whether you go for a full-service wine tour or stick to your own research you should consider some type of limo service.

Most limousine companies in the area, such as Limo 850, offer guidance for wine tours as part of a limo rental. This guidance will often come in cheaper than a dedicated wine tour company because a limousine company sees the guidance as an added perk, not a primary revenue stream.

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The Best Wine Tours in LA for Couples this Valentine’s Day!

If you are looking for something that’s fun and memorable this Valentine’s Day, try something a little different. There are more wine tours in the Los Angeles area than you would think, if you just know where to look. The best part about these locations is that they are easy to get to and from because of their central locations.

Hidden Malibu Wine Country Tours takes you on a day trips to some of the most beautiful canyons and vineyards. With other 50 different independent vineyards, Hidden Malibu Wine Country Tours will show you beautiful wineries such as Rosenthal, Semler, and Cielo. Many trips also include a visit to Cornell Winery which is across from the famous Strauss Ranch. At the ranch you can taste and buy a good variety of Malibu wines, tour their art gallery or shop their antiques.

Spend some time over at the San Antonio Winery located in central Los Angeles. They combine food with tastings to give you a different approach. You browse the prepared food that they offer instead of looking at a printed menu and then order exactly what you’d like, made to order. They have a variety of wines that you can taste at no charge.

Another way to do the perfect wine tour is plan a special day yourself. Choose out a few of the wineries that are available in the area and then relax in your own rented limousine. Take all the stress out of the day with worrying how to get from place to place. This way you and your special someone can relax together and no one has to be left out as the designated driver. If you like a particular vintage, you can make sure that is a stop on your tour. By booking something yourself you ensure that you can go to where you want to go, when you want to go. There’s no waiting for the group at a historic look out spot. You won’t have to wait for a group photo or feel that you need to hurry because the group is already ready to go.

Make this Valentine’s Day memorable and book you and your sweetheart a limo for your next Wine Tour! Check out Limo 805’s fleet and contact us today to get your special day on the books!

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