Next month I'm traveling overseas from the US for the first time. What's the best way of packing the foods and beverages that friends have asked me to bring for them? [more inside]
posted by terrierhead on May 22, 2012 - 19 answers

I've booked tickets to San Francisco for a 4-day trip in mid-March. I am looking for advice on: (1) what Northern California area would be best to visit for a good mix of interesting activities and romantic/luxurious atmosphere (wine country? coast? city?); (2) good places to stay in $200-500 per night range; and (3) interesting things to do or places to visit. [more inside]
posted by iminurmefi on Feb 3, 2012 - 16 answers

Can you suggest a small, compact wine opener for someone who loves her rabbit corkscrew? [more inside]
posted by OrangeDisk on Nov 29, 2011 - 14 answers

It's a common enough question, what should I do on my holidays in New Zealand? But we're not regular folks so finding good information has been difficult. We have 10 days in late October and we fly in and out of Auckland. We're Australian but well traveled and will most likely stay on the North Island unless some compelling information arises. We've hired a campervan and intend to travel about and camp where we can. Maybe a bed and breakfast or two. Though we are on a budget the main goal is to relax and enjoy the scenery rather than try and cram in too much. [more inside]
posted by dinoworx on Sep 27, 2009 - 8 answers

Good inexpensive family apartments for rent inland from Ancona, Italy in end-October? Need some assistance. [more inside]
posted by avocade on Sep 22, 2009 - 6 answers

Seeking info on touring California wineries [more inside]
posted by fishmasta on Jun 3, 2009 - 22 answers

Can I take an unopened bottle of wine in my carry-on luggage? [more inside]
posted by Ignatius J. Reilly on Sep 4, 2008 - 24 answers

What should we see and do from 4/24 to 5/2 between Sacramento and Los Angeles? [more inside]
posted by Mr. Gunn on Mar 11, 2008 - 10 answers

What booze to give the Greek relatives? [more inside]
posted by longdaysjourney on Mar 21, 2007 - 17 answers

Is there a great place to buy wine on the drive between Manhattan (george washington bridge) and Philadelphia?
posted by davidvan on Nov 6, 2006 - 7 answers

Suggestions for vineyards in the Pacific Northwest where one can do the "pick grapes and make your own wine" thing?
posted by bradhill on May 12, 2006 - 3 answers

I'm going to france for my honeymoon and would like some advice from people who have been or live there on places to visit during my stay. [more inside]
posted by escher on Feb 12, 2006 - 12 answers

Two-part question: My friend is leaving Buenos Aires tommorrow - heading back to the states. How many bottles of wine can he bring with him? Also, another friend is flying standby. Can he only bring carry-on luggage? [more inside]
posted by punkbitch on Aug 5, 2005 - 12 answers

After the success of my night in San Francisco (details inside for the curious), I'm once again seeking romantic travel guidance. This time: Napa. [step on the grapes, the juice is inside] [more inside]
posted by rorycberger on Sep 1, 2004 - 7 answers