here are 4 of our favorite west coast adventures:
By: Jean Chen Smith – Special to Memphis Commercial Appeal
Discover a hidden gem. Enjoy a wellness vacation. Visit wine country. Indulge in amazing spa experiences.
For those looking to travel this spring, we’ve come up with some ideas that will let you do all of the above while visiting the West Coast.
visit wine country: newberg, oregon
The Allison Inn & Spa sits on 35 acres in the lush Willamette Valley, offering guests 77 spacious and modern guest rooms. Book a weekend in the deluxe king, which overlooks the vineyards and features a sitting nook for cozying up with a good book. Indulge in the spacious spa bathroom with elegant soaking tub.
Don’t miss a treatment at the spa — get there early to enjoy the steam and sauna facilities. With 12 treatment rooms, a fitness studio, indoor swimming pool, whirlpool and pool, you will want to take advantage of the amenities. Book a Himalayan salt treatment, which will leave you feeling relaxed and recharged.
Wine tasting is a must during your stay. Start at Roco Winery for a sparkling wine experience. Using the traditional champenoise method, the winery was the pioneer for sparkling wines in Oregon. While walk-ins are welcome, reservations are highly recommended.
Head to Anacréon Winery for its Epicure Experience and enjoy an afternoon of food and wine on the beautiful estate. The winery harvests from its organic Belle Colline Vineyard, nestled in the heart of Oregon’s Chehalem Mountains AVA. The experience includes a tasting of six wines with a thoughtfully curated menu of seasonal food plates created by Chef Erick Caballero.
Make reservations for dinner at SubTerra, helmed by Javier Santos and Stephanie Fagerstrom, featuring local farm-to-table cuisine of the Pacific Northwest. The Allison also has an excellent restaurant, JORY, which serves breakfast, lunch and dinner should you feel like staying in.
