A meandering ‘local’s favorite’ itinerary

May 29, 2014 by Melodie Hilton

Food, Wine

Walking Adventure of Downtown Napa (Spring or Summer)

Day One:

You awake refreshed in your lovely balcony room at the Napa River Inn, make a cup of joe in the Keurig and relax for a moment in your robe,

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BottleRock 2014

May 27, 2014 by Inn Concierge

Events

Still looking for a place to stay during BottleRock? Looking for a package that includes a room and tickets to BottleRock? Either way, we have you covered!

We still have a few rooms and Rock ‘N’ Romance VIP packages available.

All rooms include complimentary parking,

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The Art of the Kiss

April 28, 2014 by Melodie Hilton

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Much like a smile, a kiss is one of the very special things a face offers us.

It is a welcome, an apology, a kindness, and an explosion of passion. Kissing, along with hand-holding and hugs, offers us a way to express ourselves

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Napa’s Best Places to Hold Hands

April 3, 2014 by Melodie Hilton

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When you are first together, the simple act of holding hands can be both titillating and quietly loving. After the blush of new love turns to the embers of long-term affection, handholding becomes a comfortable habit of endearment.

No matter what stage you

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Theme Night

March 6, 2014 by Melodie Hilton

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When it comes to couples activities, one of the more interesting is “Theme Night.” Theme Night is a lot like date night, but with a twist. (For the sake of this blog, the twist will be rather generic. Some couples I am

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How to Wash Your Lover’s Hair

February 4, 2014 by Melodie Hilton

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When it comes to romance, nothing is more tender and loving than the simple effort of gentle attention to your mate. One of the most sensual, and appreciated actions, is taking the time to wash someone’s hair for them.

“One bath, one shampoo,

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Winter in Wine Country

December 7, 2013 by Inn Concierge

Events

While life in the wine country used to wind down in wintertime, those days are long gone, right along with the need to drive lengthy stretches along the Highway 29 to find a winery. The reality is, the Napa Valley is hopping

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Unforgettable Proposals in Napa

November 8, 2013 by Melodie Hilton

Events

Ready to take the plunge? Looking for a special way to celebrate after the nuptials? These Napa proposal packages supply ultra-romantic vacation experiences and luxury with activities in the beautiful Napa Valley, including extreme proposal ideas like customized flash mobs along the

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Romantic Napa

November 8, 2013 by Melodie Hilton

Events

The romantic spirit of Napa is undisputed – no combination of activities paint a more vivid picture of love: Cycling along the riverfront, strolling hand in hand amid Downtown’s eclectic shops and galleries, selecting sweet and savory provisions for a gourmet picnic,

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How To Avoid Being ‘That Guy’ While Wine Tasting

November 8, 2013 by Inn Concierge

Events, Food, Wine

Are you worried about being ‘That Guy’ (or gal) that everyone is pointing at while wine tasting? Are you out of your comfort zone when walking into a tasting room? Or, are you a wino and think you’re an expert on how

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