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If you’re visiting the Okanagan Valley of British Columbia, Canada, this year – and you should – there’s a route you definitely need to check out called the Bottleneck Drive Wine Route in Summerland.
Comprised of 10 local wineries, this newest driving route offers a great variety that is sure to become a top attraction with visitors from around the world:

1.    Hijas Bonitas (Beautiful Daughters) – 14 acres on Okanagan Lake
2.    Award winning Sumac Ridge Estate Winery
3.    Family run 8th Generation Vineyards
4.    Sonoran Estate
5.    Silkscarf
6.    Adora Estate Winery
7.    Thornhaven
8.    hush-hush Dirty Laundry
9.    Hollywood & Wine
10.    Premium wine vinegars of Vinegar Works

Check them out!  The wineries of the Okanagan Valley are amongst the most beautiful in the world as they overlook spectacular Lake Okanagan.  Not to mention of course, the Pinots, the Syrahs, the Merlots – oo-la-la.

With over 25 years in the travel business, Singles Travel International provides worry free travel for single travelers.

Join them on their Taste of Italy Cuisine Tour featuring pasta, wine, cheese, olive oils, and so much more along with the unique history and endless photography opportunities only Italy can provide.

Tour highlights include visiting St. Peter’s Square, Sistine Chapel, Colosseum, Roman Forum, Michelangelo’s David, with cooking lessons, wine tasting, and a Venice canal ride.

Departing August 15, 2009, the Taste of Italy Cuisine Tour includes 7 nights accommodation, 11 meals including a welcome dinner, pizza party & farewell dinner, starting at only $1999 USD per person.

For more information, visit: SinglesTravelInternational

Maybe it’s time for Rhode Island. 

There are very few places on earth where you can find fun, culture, restaurants, shopping, plus endless coastline and sightseeing galore but world-class Rhode Island has it all.

From following nature & heritage trails to following a culinary trail, Rhode Island is just waiting to be discovered.  Here you’ll find geotourism opportunities including hiking, walking, plus cooking classes or even a green thumb getaway.

Or how about a romantic gondola ride or afternoon tea for two?  Or maybe sailing, or polo, or seal watching, or exploring lighthouses, shipwrecks or wineries?  So many choices!

Want to learn more?  Order your FREE Rhode Island Travel Guide today or use the Travel Rhode Island Planner (TRIP).

Divided into 5 distinct areas of tourism, Arizona is just waiting for you to arrive!

Northern Arizona offers up amazing sights like the Grand Canyon & Monument Valley while Phoenix/Central Arizona offers a metropolis of 3 million people in the Greater Phoenix area.  Bullhead City and Yuma in the West have long since been offering alternatives to Las Vegas scene.  North Central and Southern Arizona offer some of the best barbecue around with glimpses into the historic past.

Request an Arizona Official Visitors Guide or Official State Visitors Map here.

Or, check out the latest Arizona travel videos with inspiring categories like the Grand Canyon, Arts/Culture, Nature/Outdoors, plus Vacation Ideas!  You can also connect with the Arizona Office of Tourism Travel on Twitter and MySpace.

Detours, one of Arizona’s most well noted tour operators, has just announced new tours for this spring and summer, one of which is the Sedona Wine Country Tour.

Departing from Phoenix/Scottsdale, this day trip of wine tasting and tours promises to become a favorite. Upon arrival in Sedona Red Rock Country, participants will enjoy wine tastings at 3-4 wineries, a vineyard tour, lunch, and bottled water throughout.

Tour goers are transported in customized vans with a maximum of 6-10 guests to ensure a personalized experience for everyone.  The tour is fully escorted by Detours expert guides who look forward to answering any questions you may have.  The cost for the day tour is $170 USD per person. 

Detours also offers 2-3 day tours as well as multi-day tours.  For more information view the Detours website.