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Family-friendly wineries 2026

Family-Friendly and Pet-Friendly BC Wineries & Cideries for Summer 2026

 mywinepal  June 27, 2026  0 Comments on Family-Friendly and Pet-Friendly BC Wineries & Cideries for Summer 2026

It is not too late to start checking out wine-inspired vacation destinations in British Columbia.  But if you have children and/or fur babies, you may want to pick locations and wineries that have something to offer for them as well. Here is a list of BC wineries and more that have family-friendly options for parents travelling with children or pets for…

Düsseldorf: A Deep Dive into German Altbier

 mywinepal  May 15, 2026

As you may have noticed, I was on a Rhine River Cruise starting in Amsterdam, ending in Basel, Switzerland.  But inbetween, I spent many days in German cities.  In one city, Düsseldorf, I signed up for a German Altbier walking tour.  Here is what I learned about this style of beer from a local guide as he brought us to…

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Family-Friendly BC Wineries This Summer

 mywinepal  July 16, 2021

Do any BC wineries offer special activities and accommodations for children? While adults sample the latest BC vintages, are there things for children to do like have fun tasting grape juice, frolicking in play areas, visiting with farm animals, and playing outdoor games?  That is what I thought many families would want to know with COVID restrictions on travel lifted…