One of the great benefits of living in California is the diversity of destinations within driving distance. Driving to work, I can often see snow-capped mountains ahead and the glistening Santa Monica Bay in the rearview mirror. There are mountains, beaches, deserts, cities, and forests all within a couple of hours drive. This past weekend Megan and I journeyed up to the Napa Valley for several days of good food, great wine, and much-needed relaxation. The trip was a last-minute idea, brought about when we spotted a good deal at a nice hotel that would accept some of my hotel points. Since the forecast for northern California looked good and since Napa was on the list of weekend getaways we wanted to visit, we jumped at the chance.
