SEATTLE–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Cabana, the modern, mobile hospitality company with a fleet of high quality, high-tech campervans, today announced its upcoming launch into the San Francisco market, with a formal launch set to take place later this summer. With existing operations in Los Angeles and Seattle, Cabana’s San Francisco presence marks a major growth milestone for the company, and the first of several additional US expansions set to roll out over the next year.

As the desire to travel spikes––with the World Travel & Tourism Council projecting domestic tourism to reach pre-pandemic levels this year, contributing upwards of $1 trillion to the US economy––Cabana is enabling seamless and unique travel experiences by merging accommodation and Transportation with personalized, contactless trip planning. Cabana’s services are actively empowering guests to explore the road less traveled and make the most of their time on vacation.

“The pandemic has permanently shifted how people want to travel, prioritizing memorable experiences over simply taking a trip,” said Scott Kubly, Cabana CEO and founder. “Cabana’s offering––from our contactless rental process and easy-to-use van, to Cabana Guides booking your campsite for you––allows guests to focus on enjoying the journey, not worrying about the logistics. Cabana is excited to offer Bay Area residents and those visiting the city a new way to explore.”

Cabana’s introduction into San Francisco demonstrates the company’s continued momentum since launching in 2020, further solidifying the brand’s innovation and leadership in the travel industry. Cabana believes that modern mobile hospitality is the future of travel, where technology and design grant ultimate flexibility and freedom for consumers. The company continues to introduce consumers to RV or campervan vacations, with nearly 70% of customers since launch having never operated an RV prior to their Cabana experience. This announcement also comes on the heels of a successful partnership with iconic outdoor brand, Eddie Bauer, from which gear will be available to rent in the San Francisco market.

“We absolutely loved our experience with Cabana, being able to be in nature but also have a totally comfy bed and warm van to stay in with our dogs,” said Cabana customer Jamie R. from Los Angeles. “I’m so sad our trip is over and hope to plan another soon.”

Cabana’s San Francisco fleet will start with 20 campervans––with projected growth to over 50 by the end of the year––and will be available to take off starting late this summer. In tandem with the launch, Cabana will offer Bay Area trips complete with campsite reservations and experiences, helping to take the guesswork out of trip planning. Expected top trip requests include wine tastings, the iconic Highway 1, Yosemite National Park, and Mammoth for lake swims, hot springs, and winter sports. Interested guests can sign up for early access––to get first choice of travel dates and $100 off their first trip––at cabana.life/san-francisco.

About Cabana

Cabana is a modern, mobile hospitality company with a fleet of high quality, high-tech cabanas (camper vans), designed to create a seamless, unique, and integrated travel experience. Cabana is revolutionizing the future of connected travel through innovative technology and high-touch trip planning. Combining passion for travel with easy-to-use technology and the most cost-efficient and operationally effective vehicles on the market, Cabana provides travelers with the convenience and technology needed for frictionless travel, empowering the explorer in everyone and creating opportunities for serendipity, wonder , and exploration.

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Approaching San Francisco by water is unforgettable. The city climbs seven hills onshore, rising sharply from San Francisco Bay. Twenty-first century and Victorian architecture stood side-by-side. Green parks dot the landscape.

In the bay, sailboats and kayaks dodge passenger and cargo vessels. Passenger ferries crisscross the bay carrying commuters and tourists. Tour boats stop at Alcatraz. Cruise ships wait in the exquisite cruise ship terminal. Passengers, luggage, and supplies are loaded for the journey under the Golden Gate. Fishing boats come and go with the tide. This is San Francisco’s beating heart, the waterfront — Embarcadero.

Embarcadero pier view (Photo Credit: curtis / Shutterstock.com)

What’s An Embarcadero?

San Francisco’s eastern waterfront, the Embarcadero, is a harbor and a roadway skirting San Francisco Bay. Embarcadero means “the place to embark” in Spanish. The Embarcadero seawall was constructed on reclaimed wetlands, holding back seawater and creating dockage. Construction began in the 1860s and concluded in the 1920s.

Piers jut out into the bay along the almost 3.5 miles of city street and waterfront. Once one of the world’s busiest seaports, San Francisco received and shipped goods from around the globe to inland California and the rest of the country. Today, most piers house eateries, shopping, bars, tourist attractions, event centers, and parking garages. Today, most cargo ships go to Oakland to load and unload.

Exploring the waterfront along Embarcadero uncovers a sampler of all the city is known for — maritime life, seafood, wine, history, art, music, beautiful bridges, diversity, and iconic vistas.

San Francisco has many, many unique things to do. I’ve scouted out 12 experiences found only on the waterfront. The list begins at the north end of the Embarcadero and continues to the southeast, ending at Oracle Park. Of course, you can start your tour anywhere along the route. It’s about 3.5 miles one way.

winter at Union Square, San Francisco (Photo Credit: Fabio Michele Capelli / Shutterstock.com)

1. Cable Car Lazy Susan

I recommend starting your waterfront tour at Union Square by boarding the Powell/Hyde Cable Car line and riding it to the bay. It’s a roller coaster thrill ride, especially when you realize the engine and the brakes are two blocks of wood gripping a steel cable moving under the pavement. It’s truly exciting and one of the most scenic rides in town. The Powell/Hyde line passes some of San Francisco’s most recognizable sites. However, the most jaw-dropping is the waterfront as you make the final downhill run to San Francisco Bay.

At the end of the line, a cable car turnaround is a captivating sight. It’s great fun to watch the completely man-powered process and a lovely way to arrive at the start of your expedition.

Take a seat on one of the benches by the turnaround and watch how the cars are rotated 360° to begin the arduous return journey uphill to Union Square. The cable cars are a great photo op. So is the view behind you of the San Francisco Bay and Golden Gate Bridge.

Hyde Street (Photo Credit: Oscity / Shutterstock.com)

2. History, Ships, Swimmers, And Photo Ops

San Francisco Maritime National Historical Park is perfect for your waterfront excursion. You’ll learn about the lives of those that lived, worked, and escaped to and from San Francisco Bay — sailors, soldiers, craftsmen, dreamers, wealthy merchants, servants, and enslaved people.

You’ll be captivated for hours at Hyde Street Pier, San Francisco Maritime Museum, and Aquatic Park. San Francisco’s long and colorful maritime culture is preserved and presented in a park, an old bath house, and sailing vessels tied to the dock. You will also find a sand beach, a swimming cove, and the opportunity to picnic with a Golden Gate Bridge view.

3. Get To Know A Fisherman

San Francisco Fisherman’s Wharf is easily the most popular destination in San Francisco and one of the busiest on the West Coast. For many generations, the wharf has been home to the Bay’s fishing fleet. The tradition continues today.

Fisherman’s Wharf can be a navigational challenge, filled with tourist attractions, buskers, eateries, bars, and people. It’s a bit of a circus at times. When several tour buses unload simultaneously, the streets are crowded.

Avoid the crowds by stepping off the main drag and exploring the fishing docks. The quietest time of day is early morning. Swarms of tourists are almost non-existent. Fishermen are at work preparing for a day’s catch. During crab season, colorful crab traps are piled high. The docks are busy; watch out for forklifts. There are lots of things to do in the area.

sea ​​lions on K-Dock at Pier 39 (Photo Credit: Mary Charlebois)

4. Get To Know A Sea Lion

Pier 39’s K-Dock has been home to sea lions since the Loma Prieta earthquake in 1989. Sea lions began “hauling out” on K-Dock after the 6.9 shaker. It’s now a colony for the loud, playful, and sometimes comical marine mammals. So why didn’t they return to their pre-earthquake home? There is no definitive answer, but marine biologists believe it’s the plentiful food supply in the bay and shelter from predators and storms. No matter the reason, sea lions are now welcome residents. Visit the Sea Lion Center on Pier 39 and get a peek at the slippery clowns on the Sea Lion Webcam.

5. Get To Know A Jellyfish

Aquarium of the Bay is a family-friendly way to soak up San Francisco at Pier 39. More than 20,000 local sea creatures (including jellyfish) will delight and astonish you. In the glass tunnels passing through the enormous tanks, you might find yourself eye-to-eye with a shark.

“The Aquarium of the Bay’s mission is to protect, restore, and inspire conservation of San Francisco Bay and its watershed, from the Sierra to the Sea.”

Pro Tip: At Pier 39, you can book bay cruises, cycling tours, go whale watching, enjoy musical and acrobatic performances, shop, and feast on local seafood, wine, and beer.

Exploratorium on the Embarcadero (Photo Credit: KURLIN_CAfE / Shutterstock.com)

6. Meet Your Inner Nerd

Do yourself a favor and visit the Exploratorium — a fun and exciting multi-generational “public learning laboratory for exploring the world through science, art, and human perception.” It’s hard to explain, but the experiences will be remembered for a lifetime.

For 50 years, this institution has been creating “explorers” in the arts and sciences. I’m one of them. Hands-on exhibits change frequently, so there is always something new to experience, like how sensitive a seismograph is by stamping your feet or how our eyes play tricks on us with the bird in a cage experience.

Ferry Building Food Tour by Edible Excursions (Photo Credit: Edible Excursions)

7. Go To The SF Bay Crossroads

The Ferry Building Marketplace is a bustling crowd of commuters, shoppers, and tourists from early morning until late evening. But there’s more here than a transportation center; it’s a shopping center, restaurant mall, and a farmers market. Wine bars, wine shops, cheesemongers, bakers, coffee, tea, and every genre of food imaginable line the corridors of the great hall.

Above the crowd’s heads, a ferry schedule is at the main entrance. It changes with the arrival and departure of my favorite way to travel, ferries. The old-school train station sign makes an interesting clicking sound as the letters and numbers flip over.

This is an ideal place to taste San Francisco. Buy picnic supplies. Bread, cheese, and wine, plus other irresistible munchies, can be enjoyed somewhere along the way or back in your hotel. Oh, and yes this is where you catch a ferry to crisscross the bay.

Bay Bridge, San Francisco (Photo Credit: Mary Charlebois)

8. Closeup With A Bridge

The grand San Francisco/Oakland Bay Bridge connects San Francisco to Oakland. The bridge is beautiful from any distance or angle and makes for spectacular photo ops anytime, day or night. The bridge crosses over Embarcadero. In the area surrounding the bridge, you’ll find public fishing piers. A California Fishing License is not required when fishing from a public pier. So stroll to the end, drop a line in the water, or simply watch the world float by. This area is also home to sculptures, pocket playgrounds, benches, and picnic spots.

Oracle Park (Photo Credit: Mary Charlebois)

9. Visit Some Giants

Oracle Park is the multi-time world champion San Francisco Giants’ home. However, the park has more to do than watching a baseball game.

The ocean-view park has a free playground for kids and adults. It’s open on non-game days. You can attend concerts of all genres, non-baseball sports, and Cirque du Soleil throughout the year. Outside on the stadium walls, SF Giants history is carved in stone. Fans worldwide come to the Wall of Fame to pay homage to great players.

Other activities include eating, shopping, and occasionally cooking classes. Kayak into Covey Cove for a splash hit catch. Picnic and play catch, commune with locals and Giant fans.

Dungeness Crab on Fisherman’s Wharf (Photo Credit: Mary Charlebois)

10. Eating The Bay

Food in San Francisco is legendary. It’s hard to go wrong along Embarcadero. Be adventurous and have a progressive dinner. Stop in one place for cocktails and appetizers, another for entrees, and a third for coffee and dessert. You can do the same for lunch or brunch.

For an exceptional foodie experience, Edible Excursions has a Ferry Building and Farmers Market Tour I highly recommend. You will sample from vendors inside the building and outside at the farmers market and tour the facility upstairs and down. The building itself is fascinating and the center of ferry transportation across and around the bay.

waterfront street food (Photo Credit: Mary Charlebois)

Pro Tip: Take an afternoon break at the Franciscan Crab Restaurant on Pier 43½. Between 2 and 5 pm, the restaurant isn’t as crazily busy as the lunch and dinner rush can be. When you get to the hostess desk, ask for a seat in the bar. The terraced tables face the two-story floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the bay. Watch the boat traffic while you sip a glass of wine and munch on a plate of calamari. It’s quiet, and a pair of binoculars are at each table.

11. Sleep On The Waterfront

Harbor Court, a small boutique hotel, is in the perfect location: across the street from the Ferry Building and two blocks from the Embarcadero transit center. I’ve stayed there many times. It’s set in the historic YMCA Building on the Embarcadero. Get a Bay View room for spectacular views of the Bay Bridge Lights and the waterfront. In addition, this location is two blocks from a transit hub for MUNI, BART, and Cable Cars, making it easily accessible via public transit from local airports.

Embarcadero (Photo Credit: Mary Charlebois)

12. Getting around

Walking Embarcadero is my top suggestion. Begin at one end and stroll along, stopping to take in the view, visit an attraction, or take a break for lunch or an afternoon coffee or glass of wine. Streetcars and MUNI buses run up and down Embarcadero frequently. Hail a pedicab or rent a bike if walking doesn’t work for you and your companions.

San Francisco (SFO) and Oakland International (OAK) are the closest airports for flying to the city.

DON’T DRIVE. It will induce insanity. Take public transit. BART Trains service both airports and will take you directly to the waterfront. The usual ride-share services are fast and inexpensive in the city.

Pro Tip: Get a 1, 3, or 7-Day Visitor Passport. Use it for unlimited rides on Muni, Muni Metro, historic streetcars, and cable cars. A one-day pass is $13. That’s less than two cable car rides.

I’ve mentioned some of the big attractions and some not so big, but there’s plenty more to do and see in this part of San Francisco. Spend some time on the waterfront and you’ll leave your heart in San Francisco.

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Here are 30 wine-centric experiences to enjoy this summer, from vineyard outings and winemaker dinners to virtual tastings you can do from home.

Abbot’s Passage Winery and Mercantile: Summer opening July 1, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Thursdays through Mondays, 777 Madrone Road, Glen Ellen. Offering guests tastings or bottle service, shuffleboard and other games, and a Mercantile with artisanal products. Reserve a wine tasting or immersive food and wine experience. abbotspassage.com

Acumen PEAKeasy Champagne Room: Acumen Napa Valley, which is known for its Atlas Peak wines, has just opened a new speakeasy-inspired Champagne lounge at the Acumen Wine Gallery in downtown Napa, pouring top French bubbles by the glass or bottle. Open by appointment from 3 to 6 p.m. Mondays through Thursdays and noon to 6 p.m. Fridays through Sundays at 1315 First St., Napa; acumenwine.com.

Aperture Cellars Virtual Tastings: Join the winery’s experts for a virtual tasting in the comfort of your home. Order ahead so your tasting kit arrives before the virtual tasting. aperture-cellars.com/virtual-tastings

Berryessa Gap Vineyards’ International Food & Wine Dinners: 6 to 8 p.m. Aug. 14, Oct. 30, Berryessa Gap Vineyards, 27260 Highway 128, Winters. Each dinner features a Peruvian, Asian, Moroccan or Spanish cuisine experience, plus wine. Bring your own dishes, silverware and decorations for your party’s table. Individual events are $70. bit.ly/2PzjmiN

Best of the Valley Wine Tastings: Noon to 2:30 p.m. Saturdays through July 31. Silverado Resort and Spa, 1600 Atlas Peak Road, Napa. Taste eight wines from select Napa wineries paired with small bites. Tickets include a welcome “bubbles” reception from 12 to 12:30 p.m. $79. bit.ly/35eeoN3

Bouchaine Vineyards Picnic and Falconry Programs: Bring a picnic from home or any restaurant, then pick up a Bouchaine wine bag, which includes a wine key, water, two logo crystal wine tumblers and a bottle each of Bouchaine’s Estate Pinot Noir and Estate Chardonnay. ($150 per couple, $25 for additional guests.) Or enjoy a falconry demonstration with master falconer Kate Marden, of West Coast Falconry, at 9:30 a.m. Wednesdays through Fridasy as part of a small group or private event. The experience is $75 and includes a glass of wine. bouchaine.com

Cabernet Classic: Aug. 19-22, Meritage Resort & Spa, Napa Valley. Guests will taste and learn about some of the world’s iconic cabs from Master Sommeliers Jay Fletcher and Thomas Price, and explore the cabernet franc and sauvignon blanc, too. Find details at thepatronfoundation.org

Cardinale’s Virtual Wine and Cheese Tastings: Crafted by Cardinale’s estate chefs and selected to pair with winemaker Chris Carpenter’s mountain wines, each kit includes a set of two to four wines accompanied by an assortment of cheeses, cured meats, and a variety of seasonal small bites. $100-$150. www.exploretock.com/cardinale

Carmel-By-The-Sea Wine Walk: Sip, savor and discover the region’s premium wines. This free digital guide details exclusive and upgraded tasting experiences at 11 Carmel wine tasting rooms. Carmel-by-the-Sea: https://bit.ly/35uWoy4

C’est Si Bon  — Bastille Day at Treasure Island Wines: 1-4 p.m. July 10, 995 Ninth St., Building 201, Treasure Island, San Francisco. Featuring  live French café music and classic bistro cuisine to pair with sauvignon blanc, rosés, Pouilly Fuissé chardonnay, Burgundian pinot, and Napa bubbly. $35. Eventbrite: https://bit.ly/3zlB0sT

Charles Krug Live Events: Events at the St. Helena winery at 2800 Main St. include Blue Note Napa (June to October) with concerts twice per night Fridays through Sundays featuring acts such as Brian McKnight, Tycho, Los Lobos and Pink Martini; bluenotenapa.com. Festival Napa Valley (July 16 through 25) showcases Jean-Yves Thibaudet, Lisette Oropesa, Michael Fabiano, Roberto Bolle and more; festivalnapavalley.org/. The Cameo Theater brings a drive-in movie experience to the winery on Wednesdays through September; cameocinema.com. The Sunset Cinema Series brings a variety of screenings on July 9, Aug. 6 and Sept. 3; charleskrug.com. And Nimbash, Napa Valley’s annual celebration on Sept. 11, offers art, music, local cuisine and wine; nimbusarts.org/nimbash.

Chateau St. Jean Virtual Tastings: Order a tasting kit and enjoy a virtual tasting with Chateau St. Jean’s wine educators, available by reservation from 12 to 5 p.m. Wednesdays through Saturdays. Or head for the winery for outdoor tastings by reservation during the same hours. chateaustjean.com

Clif Family Virtual Experiences: Virtual Brunch: Enjoy farm-inspired ingredients paired with the lighter side of Clif Family wines. Tasting kit includes a rosé, a white and a red wine, three food pairings and recipes for brunch. $120-$150. Napa Valley Adventure Wine Tasting: This private gathering includes a guided tasting of Clif Family’s small production wines and hand-crafted food products, hosted by a wine educator. Kit includes one white wine, two reds and three food pairings. $120-$150. King of the Mountain Wine Tasting: This private tasting of small production wines features cabernet sauvignon from Howell Mountain Appellations of Napa Valley and three current vintages, complete with food pairings. $225-$250. https://cliffamily.com/visit/virtual-wine-tasting-experience/

Clos Du Val : This Napa winery is offering both real life and virtual tastings. The “Hirondelle House Experience” includes a winery tour and private seated tasting ($50, limited to six guests), while the “Tasting at your Table” offers a virtual tasting with a three or four-bottle tasting kit ($240 and up) to enjoy from home. 5330 Silverado Trail, Napa. www.closduval.com/Visit-Us

Contra Costa County Beer Trail: June 1-30, Contra Costa County. Explore 40+ local breweries, tap houses and beer bar restaurants, from Canyon Lakes to Danville Brewing and Epidemic Ales, try new brews and earn prizes during the month of June. https://bit.ly/3vlEedn

Cornerstone Sonoma Summer Music Series: 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Sundays in June, 23570 Arnold Drive, Sonoma. June 20, Steve Pile Band; June 27, the Henry Coopers. Free. Food, wine and other beverages available for purchase. www.cornerstonesonoma.com/

Cuvaison Estate Wines: Head for this Napa winery for intimate, in-person tastings by appointment amid lush vineyards and with panoramic views. The winery also offers virtual tasting experiences to showcase its new wines. 1221 Duhig Road, Napa.  www.cuvaison.com

Earth & Fire Wine Dinner Event: 7 p.m. June 27, Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar, 1685 Mt. Diablo Blvd., Walnut Creek. Featuring a four-course dinner paired with Caymus wines. Taste and sip through a plant-forward earth menu or a land and sea fire menu, both paired with four Wagner Family wine pairings. $80-$98. www.flemingssteakhouse.com

Elevated Hike and Wine Adventure: This new hike and wine tour led by Active Wine Adventures takes guests on secluded trails, 4.5 to 6 miles long, in Napa and Sonoma, before heading to hidden wineries to taste small-production wines. $179. www.activewineadventures.com

Far Niente Family of Wineries: Get your pressing wine-related questions answered, while learning more about the wines and winery. Book a reservation for an outdoor seated tasting at the winery or a virtual tasting, with wine shipped directly to your door. 1350 Acacia Drive, Napa. www.exploretock.com/farnientewinery/

Festival Napa Valley Arts for All Gala: 5 p.m. July 18. Enjoy a lavish dinner paired with Far Niente wines at this charity event whose festivities include a powerhouse performance by Jennifer Hudson. $2,500. Other Festival Napa Valley 2021 events include performances and dinners July 13-25 at Napa Valley wineries and other venues. https://festivalnapavalley.org

Flowers Vineyards & Winery’s Indefinite Virtual Tasting Experiences: Offering 30-minute daily virtual tastings of pinot noir or estate flights, or you can customize a tasting with your favorite Flowers wines.  www.flowerswinery.com/virtual-tastings/

Frank Family Vineyards Fourth of July BBQ Bash: July 3, 1091 Larkmead Lane, Calistoga. Celebrate Independence Day and the winery’s 28th anniversary alongside barbecue specialist and backyard pitmaster Jack Arnold, who will host a Zoom cooking demonstration at 2 p.m. The event includes expert wine pairings and recipes, so you’ll want to purchase both Frank Family wines and wagyu steak packages ahead of time. $235-$435. www.frankfamilyvineyards.com/events

Gloria Ferrer Virtual Tastings: This Sonoma Valley winery offers private, virtual tasting experiences with wine educators, who sip along with you through a selection of Gloria Ferrer wines. You can taste with just your household or invite friends to join in via Zoom. The Trio of Sparkling Wine & Chocolate Pairing experience ($115), for example, includes three bottles of sparkling wine and a 12-piece box of chocolate truffles. Details: www.gloriaferrer.com.

Hess Collection: Enjoy an interactive virtual experience or an outdoor tasting at the winery, with  a dedicated host to guide you. Reservations required. 4411 Redwood Road, Napa. www.hesscollection.com

Inman Family Wines: Patio tastings are held from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Thursday through Saturday at the winery located at 3900 Piner Road in Santa Rosa. In addition to patio tastings, you can enjoy a number of virtual wine tasting events. www.inmanfamilywines.com/Visit-Us/Events

J. Lohr Vineyards Virtual Tastings: This San Jose and Paso Robles winery has launched private virtual tastings for J. Lohr aficionados. Order a four-pack of wine ($130 and up), then pop the cork for the one-hour tasting session held Wednesday through Sunday. Order the wines and make reservations via jlohr.com/virtual-tastings.

J Vineyards & Winery: Virtual tastings noon to 6 p.m. Wednesday through Sunday. Choose your favorites for a custom flight, explore a new collection or take a deep look at a single wine through the years. www.jwine.com/bespoke-virtual-tastings

JCB Live Happy Hour: Indoor and outdoor experiences are available from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Thursday through Sunday by appointment, as well as online. JCB Live Happy Hour sessions will be held at 5 p.m. Monday, Wednesday and Friday, and at 4 p.m. Saturday through September. 6505 Wshington St., Yountville. https://jcbcollection.com/

Jordan Winery Events: Paris on the Terrace Noon Thursdays-Sundays through Aug. 29 and Oct. 1-17. Enjoy classic Parisian bistro fare with a California twist, including Jordan Garden crudité, a salad of Jordan Garden greens, charcuterie and cheese platter and dessert, paired with Jordan Cuvée by Champagne AR Lenoble and other Jordan wines. The winery also offers a library tasting, an estate tour and tasting, a winery dinner in July and August and more. 1474 Alexander Valley Road, Healdsburg. https://www.jordanwinery.com/

Justin Vineyards & Winery: Outdoor tastings at the estate and downtown tasting rooms, as well as lunch and dinner reservations are now available. Prefer to sip from home? The winery is also  offering interactive virtual tastings led by certified sommeliers. Estate winery, 11680 Chimney Rock Road, Paso Robles; Downtown tasting room, 811 12th St., Paso Robles. www.justinwine.com

Keller Estate Road Rallies: This Petaluma winery has plotted three different, summery road trips from the East Bay and the South Bay to the winery that include a “rally kit” shipped ahead of time, a winery tour and a tasting served with salad and Argentine-style empanadas. $150. Find details at www.kellerestate.com/Visit/Hit-the-road, and reserve your spot at least a week ahead by emailing customercare@kellerestate.com.

Kendall Jackson Wine Estate Garden Dinner Series: Through October. These alfresco feasts, each with a different theme, showcase Kendall Jackson’s wines and estate garden’s fresh produce prepared by the winery’s gardeners and chefs. $135-$180. Kendall Jackson Wine Estate, 5007 Fulton Road, Fulton; www.kj.com/events/farm-table-dinner-series

Landmark Vineyards Sensory Tasting Experience: Guests will learn about all the sensory aspects of enjoying wine and how to identify and appreciate all the elements within the glass. After the guided tour, enjoy a selection of four Landmark wines paired with artisan cheeses, hand selected by winemaker Greg Stach. $85. 101 Adobe Canyon Road, Kenwood; Landmark Reservations.

Larkmead Estate Tastings: Open for outdoor estate tastings at the winery, as well as virtual tastings from home. Tasting fee ranges from $45-$95. Reservations required. 1100 Larkmead Lane, Calistoga. www.larkmead.com/pages/visit/

Lobster Feed in the Vineyards: 7-10 p.m. July 23, Hannah Nicole Vineyards & Winery, 6700 Balfour Road, Brentwood. Enjoy music, dancing, wine and and steaming pots of lobster, prawns, artichokes and more. $140-$150. Eventbrite: https://bit.ly/3goWQmQ

Longevity Tastings: Now open for outdoor wine tastings on the covered patio and lawn from 1 to 6 p.m. Fridays and noon to 5 pm. weekends. If you prefer to taste from home, Longevity is also offering private virtual wine tasting experiences for you and your group. 2271 S. Vasco Road, Livermore. https://www.longevitywines.com/

Markham Napa Valley Vineyards Virtual Party: Outdoor tastings have returned with a variety of options, including wine and potato chip pairings, as well as virtual vineyard fly overs. 2812 St. Helena Hwy North, St. Helena. https://markhamvineyards.com/visit/

Meritage Resort Vista Collina Summer Events: Red, White & Rosé, noon-8 p.m. July 4. Guests can enjoy barbecue by chef Vincent Lesage, wine and cocktails, while the kids participate in activities including bubble fun and glitter tattoos from 1-4 p.m. https://bit.ly/2TKLDoK; Lobster Feed, 6-9 p.m. Aug. 14. This fork-free evening pairs wines and brews from the Vista Collina tasting rooms with lobsters, prawns, artichokes, corn and sourdough baguettes. Enjoy your meal outdoors, with a live bluegrass band providing tunes. $215. Adults only. https://bit.ly/3vbbd3g

Monochrome: Enjoy an outdoor seated wine tasting by appointment with owner/winemaker Dave McGee as you learn about Monochrome, the wines and winemaking style. $20. Free virtual tastings are also available. 3075 Blue Rock Road, Paso Robles. https://monochromewines.com/

Murphy-Goode Winery Tasting Lounge: This just-reopened tasting room is offering wine flights, paired cheese and charcuterie boards, pool and shuffleboard. Noon-6 p.m. Thursday through Sunday. 241 Healdsburg Ave., Healdsburg. $10-$25. Tock: www.exploretock.com/murphygoodewinery

Napa Valley Tasting Barn: This family owned tasting room is offering wine tasting flights by appointment, along with a seasonal food menu. In-person tastings 10:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Friday through Monday. Private virtual tastings also available. 1021 Atlas Peak Road, Napa. www.primesolum.com/

Newsome Harlow Wines: Join the virtual tastings with this Sierra Foothills winery every Wednesday, alternating between happy hour with winemaker Scott Klannour and a guest and virtual tastings. www.nhvino.com/visit/

ONX: This Paso Robles winery and tasting room have reopened for tastings of current releases and library selections by appointment only. Virtual tastings are still available as well. 2910 Limestone Way, Paso Robles. www.onxwine.com/

Page Mill Winery: Livermore winemaker Dane Stark is offering Virtual Twilight Tastings on Facebook on the first  Thursday of each month at 6 p.m. The tasting benefits a different charity each time, with 10 percent of gross sales from the start of the virtual tasting to close of business on Friday going to that week’s organization. www.pagemillwinery.com/twilight-tastings

Parallel Napa Valley: Visit the Napa Valley winery for private tasting experiences by appointment, or book a private online tasting. Brasswood Napa Valley, 3125 St. Helena Highway North (highway 29), St. Helena. www.parallelwines.com/tastings

Passalacqua Winery Virtual Wine Tasting: Taste through Passalacqua’s small-lot handcrafted wines outdoors under the redwood trees by appointment, or reserve a virtual wine tasting session from home. 3805 Lambert Bridge Road, Healdsburg. https://passalacquawinery.com/

Priest Ranch Wines: This Yountville tasting room is offering a wide range of outdoor tasting experiences ($15-$50) that include a new Bubbles & Caviar Tasting, a Bacon & Wine Experience and more. 6490 Washington St., Yountville. Find details and make reservations at www.priestranchwines.com.

Quilt & Co.: This downtown Napa tasting room and wine lounge is currently open for outdoor seating. Enjoy a glass, tasting or bottle in a heated tent. Open noon-5 p.m. Sunday, Wednesday and Thursday, and noon-7 p.m. Friday and Saturday. Virtual wine tastings also available.  https://quiltandco.com

Rombauer Hour, Virtual Wine Tasting: Visit and taste wines at the winery’s Napa Valley and Sierra Foothills tasting rooms, as friendly, knowledgeable hosts guide you through a tasting by appointment. Virtual wine tasting sessions are also available. Napa Valley, 3522 Silverado Trail North, St. Helena. Sierra Foothills, 12225 Steiner Road, Plymouth. www.rombauer.com/

Secrets of Aging Cabernet with Mark Oldman and Chappellet: 7:30 p.m. July 8. During this virtual mini-master class on aging wine, guests will taste two vintages of the Chappellet Signature Cabernet Sauvignon and discuss aging characteristics and qualities that add cellar value. Free. Bevinars: https://bit.ly/3gEThcb

Silver Trident Winery: This Yountville winery is offering two tasting experiences, Perfect Pairing and a Potato Chip Extravaganza, each beginning with a complimentary splash of Rosé of Pinot Noir. Prefer to sip at home? They’re also offering virtual tastings. 6495 Washtington St., Yountville.  www.silvertridentwinery.com

Summer Wine Celebration: 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. and 1:30-3:30 p.m. July 24, ZD Wines, 8383 Silverado Trail, Napa. This fete, which benefits the Boys and Girls Clubs of Napa Valley, features wine, live music and fare from Di Filippo’s wood-fired pizza food truck and Kona Ice. $100. Eventbrite: https://bit.ly/3pIaRjI

Takara Sake Virtual Sake Tasting: Takara tasting room manager Mika Tsuchiiwa will lead a Zoom class from 4 to 5 p.m. Thursdays. Tasting kits ($50) include five bottles of various types of sake, detailed charts and descriptive sheets. Register in advance for home delivery or pick up at Takara Sake, 708 Addison St., Berkeley. www.takarasake.com

Taste of Terroir Wine Dinner Series: This series of four wine dinners ($135-$160) includes a Pinot Noir Harvest Dinner and a Premier Cruz Dinner featuring hard-to-get wines from the region. The series opener will be at 5 p.m. June 27 for Heart of the Santa Cruz Mountain, followed by Elevated Wines of the Santa Cruz Summit at 6 p.m. July 24, Pinot Noir Harvest Dinner at 5 p.m. Aug. 29, and Premier Cruz at 5 p.m. Nov. 6. Tickets: https://bit.ly/2P6asJT

Thirsty Thursday: 5-8 p.m. July 1, Aug. 5. Hannah Nicole Vineyards & winery, 6700 Balfour Road, Brentwood. Enjoy music, wine and food on the first Thursday of every month. Ticket includes a meal, live music and a glass of wine or beer. Additional drinks available for purchase. $25-$30. https://bit.ly/2U0ViI7

Vinyl + Wine: 5-8 p.m. first Friday of the month from July through October, Farm at Carneros, 4048 Sonoma Hwy, Napa. Featuring music curated by executive chef Aaron Meneghelli from his personal vinyl collection, alongside sips from Napa and Sonoma wineries, raw bar station and seasonal small bites. https://carnerosresort.com/events/vinyl-wine-1

Wine Women Fundraiser: 5-7 p.m. July 14, Raymond Vineyards, 1584 Saint Helena Highway, St. Helena. This fifth annual benefit features live music, hor d’oeuvres and a talk by Maureen Downey, an authority on wine fraud, counterfeit wine and fine wine authentication. $100. https://bit.ly/35fj2KK

WineaPAWlooza: 5 p.m. June 19. This year’s virtual fundraiser features rare, handcrafted wines from more than 50 famed vintners and winemakers, and a live auction of 12 lots led by auctioneer Fritz Hatton.  $250-$25,000. https://bit.ly/2Ts0TqJ

Wine.com Experiences: Experience wine edu-tainment as you taste wines and talk to top winemakers and wine-loving celebrities, chefs and critics. Buy the wines ahead of time to get the full tasting experience. www.wine.com/content/landing/virtual-tastings?s

California Zinfandel Trail: ZAP, the ZInfandel Advocate and Producers association, has just launched a California zin-centric trail website with wine-tasting itineraries that include a Bay Area urban wine crawl and a Gold Country weekend jaunt, plus links to virtual winery experiences. Details: https://zinfandeltrail.com

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