February 22, 2012

Let’s Ski! Visitors Bureau 25th Anniversary Kick-off Giveaway

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We’ve got 25 Bear Valley Lift Tickets up for the grabbing. Throughout 2012 we’ll be celebrating the Calaveras Visitors Bureau 25th anniversary with big giveaways, top 25 lists and more…

Presidents’ Wine Weekend is here

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This Saturday, Feb. 18 and Sunday, February 19 marks the Calaveras Winegrape Alliance’s 16th Annual Presidents’ Wine Weekend. So what makes this Murphys wine tasting weekend different than any other weekend? Presidents’ Wine Weekend is two full days of exclusive tastings, food galore and wine discounts for just $10 per person (and you get a commemorative glass too).

Winter in Calaveras: Unwind, indulge…or both

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We’ve done the planning so you can getaway to the Foothills this winter and not think about anything. Here our some of our picks for a low-key Calaveras winter escape for folks who prefer to avoid the snow.

What we love about Murphys Irish Day

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Mark your calendars for Saturday, March 17. Murphys Irish Day is right around the corner, and this year the festivities actually fall on St. Patty’s Day, so you know it’s going to be a good time.

Why is Angels Camp so sweet?

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There are a few new reasons to stop in downtown Angels Camp these days, but the tastiest may be the White Chocolate-Covered Popcorn that you can find at The Chocolate Lady shop.

Lonely Planet Picks Gold Country as Top 10 Travel Pick

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Lonely Planet, the world’s leading travel publisher has selected “Gold Country” as one of its Top 10 Travel Destinations of 2012. The annual list recognizes new, up-and-coming destinations or locales likely to be missed in the following year and Gold Country (Calaveras included) made the list.

A fresh new look for the Calaveras Visitors Bureau

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We invite you to look around and take in the new additions, including a blog where we’ll be sharing stories from around Calaveras County that inspire many of us to live here and others to visit regularly. On that front, you can expect to read…