Visiting Seattle Washington is a great way to
get in touch with your inner explorer. Not only can you get out and explore
mountains, prairies, streams, rivers, and oceans, but you can also explore the
city streets that make this city what it has become. With so many things to do
and places to go it seems impossible really to entertain the idea of sleep. Who
has time for mundane activities such as that when there is a world of knowledge
and beauty to explore right outside your hotel doors?
For those among us who have a difficult time
unwinding after a day spent shopping, hiking, biking, boating, whale watching,
and sight seeing, perhaps you should consider a wine tasting before bed. This
is a great way to relax and unwind. You may even find a new favorite among the
wines that you are being exposed to. While many people think of California as
wine country, Washington State has shown itself to be an impressive home for
wine making as well. Of course you aren't looking to get tipsy, just relaxed
enough that sleep can find you after a very exciting day.
Even if you elect to attend a wine tasting
earlier in the day, perhaps you could pick up a bottle or two to bring back to
your room with you. This will allow you to wine on hand at the end of a long
day without the need to drive afterwards. Nor would you be required to get out
of a cab, call a cab, or anything other than putting on your pajamas and
heading off to bed. In fact, there is no rule that states you can't drink wine
while wearing your pajamas either. I really can think of few better ways to
relax after a long day of anything than to grab a good book and a glass of
wine. Well maybe a massage, but now who's dreaming? Unless of course your hotel
offers this service and you are willing to pay the price.
For a good nights sleep, however, I think a
glass of wine is a much better price to pay. If that doesn't help, then grab a
really boring book to read. The important thing about getting a good night's
sleep is that it prepares you for the events of the next day. This is
especially important if you have children. It is very doubtful that they are
going to handle being cooped up in a hotel room while there are adventures to
be had on the other side of the door.
If you need more than one glass, go for it,
you can always visit another winery tomorrow and buy another bottle. Rest is
important although you do not want to drink enough that you wake up sick the
next morning. That is definitely not the way to properly enjoy your vacation.
Just so you know there are several great wineries in the region and it would
actually be quite an adventure to visit as many of them as possible. Some of
the more prominent wineries in and around Seattle are: Lopez Island Vineyards,
Whidbey Island Vineyards and Winery, Bainbridge Island Vineyards and Winery,
and Hoodsport Winery and Tasting Room. Some wineries and vineyards are only
open to the public by reservation or during certain hours so be sure that you
are aware and have planned accordingly before visiting. Another thing to keep
in mind is that there are many more wineries in the Seattle area, these are
only a small sampling of the vineyards that abound in these parts so don't
limit yourself if these don't seem appealing to you.
Sweet dreams are often born of good wine; I
hope that you will find not only an excellent flavor to help you sleep but some
great selections to bring home with you as well. And wine makes an excellent
souvenir for loved ones who weren't able to travel with you or even gifts for
friends who are getting married, buying homes, having babies, having birthdays,
well being your friends. Wine is a great gift all around; even if it's a gift
you give yourself.
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