Sabrina Tuton-Filson, Author at Local Getaways

Sabrina Tuton-Filson

A hand pours white wine from a bottle into one of three wine glasses on an outdoor table. The table, adorned with a small plant and a tray of oysters, evokes the casual elegance of al fresco dining and hints at the best dining at wineries in Sonoma County, set against a blurred background of greenery.

Best Dining at Wineries in Sonoma County

So you’re visiting northern California Wine Country. First thing’s first: there are two major players — Sonoma County and Napa Valley. Where do you go? […]

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A serene balcony overlooking a lush vineyard at sunset. Two wooden chairs with cushioned seats face the view, flanking a small round table holding two glasses of red wine and a wine bottle. The sky is clear and the atmosphere is tranquil—truly one of the best dining wineries Napa Valley has to offer.

Best Dining at Wineries in Napa Valley

Ah, California Wine Country. Sunny vineyards and a sense of European ease that doesn’t require a 10+ hour flight across the Atlantic. When people hear

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A panoramic view of a hilly landscape with lush greenery leads to a sprawling city skyline in the distance. The city is bordered by a large body of water with a bridge visible. The sky is clear and blue, enhancing the vibrancy of the scene. Discover some of the best hikes North Bay offers along this path.

Best Hikes in the North Bay

Venture a few miles north of San Francisco and enter a hiking haven like none other. Home to Muir Woods National Monument, after the famed

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A serene landscape featuring rolling green hills under a light blue sky. A large, leafless tree is prominent on the right, while clusters of verdant trees dot the hills. Perfect for hiking enthusiasts, this tranquil scene in the East Bay conveys a sense of calm and natural beauty.

Best Hikes in the East Bay

In the Bay Area, it’s usually the North Bay and the South Bay that get all the hiking attention. But the East Bay not only

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A panoramic view of a vast, scenic wilderness featuring a large blue lake surrounded by lush greenery and distant mountains under a blue sky with scattered white clouds. The landscape is dotted with hiking trails winding through tree-covered hills and rocky terrain, perfect for the best Tahoe hikes.

Best Hikes in Tahoe

Scenic hikes are easy to find around Tahoe. That’s what you get when you have alpine lakes surrounded by mountains. It also makes the lengthier,

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