Paso Robles Nestled in the rolling foothills of the Central Coast’s Santa Lucia Mountains, Paso (as locals call it) sits midway between Los Angeles and San Francisco. Here farm to table is a way of life. Farming, winemaking and cattle ranching were introduced in 1790 by Spanish...

7 am Long ride ahead so we on the road early. Driving steadily (and fast), we arrive in time to check in with The Oaks Hotel friendly staff, stash luggage and get a stretch before boarding The Wine Wrangler’s adventure shuttle bus. (Established 2004 by Coy Barnes and...

8 am breakfast Indulge Restaurant The Oaks Hotel The fare goes beyond a standard hotel breakfast. Many choices: fresh fruit (bananas,watermelon, oranges, cherries), choice of  juices, hot or cold cereal, pancakes, scrambled or eggs to order, bacon/sausage, yogurt,...

8 am breakfast The Oaks Hotel Up early for a swim before breakfast. Buzz in the room as “Indulge” is already crowded with families. Efficient caring staff continually clears and refills. We find cozy table and choose to go light today — fresh fruit and...

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