Leave the stress at home and head to wine country, in Idaho!

(EMAILWIRE.COM, April 06, 2010 ) SOUTHWEST Idaho - Southwest Idaho has been designated an American Viticultural Area, making it one of the countryÂ’s more significant wine growing regions. Even the eco-conscious need not worry, with some of the wineries offering award-winning wines created with USDA organic certified grapes.

Â•Ste. Chapelle Winery offers Sunday afternoon jazz paired with their local wines this summer. In Wood River Cellars tasting room visitors are treated to mouth-watering treats, local music and rotating artists Friday and Saturday evenings.
Â•3 Horse Ranch Vineyards and Holesinsky Winery and Vineyard are saving the world one grape at a time by using organic and sustainable practices.
Â•Visit one of the many bed and breakfast/ wineries such as, Bitner Vineyards, to stay where you play. Rates range from $149-$169/night depending on the season.
Â•Savor Idaho hosts its annual food and wine extravaganza in June with wine from over 30 local wineries and treats from a wide range of southwest IdahoÂ’s top restaurants.

Need a break from the vino? No problem! Southwest Idaho is packed with other fun activities. Whether you want to see a show, get the adrenaline pumping or sit back and relax itÂ’s all here.

Â• Theater: Spend an evening enjoying a show at the outdoor Starlight Mountain Theater or aboard the Thunder Mountain Line on a murder mystery/dinner themed trip.
Â• Adventure: White-water rafting, zip lining, hot air ballooning, you name it, itÂ’s probably here.
Â• Relaxation: Soak it up at one of the areaÂ’s hot springs or mineral baths.

With Boise, and its large airport nearby getting here is a cinch. National carriers including Southwest, Delta and United offer cheap and easy flights here. Boise is also a great location to use as a base; sleep there and explore the region during the day. So pack a bag and get ready to discover this hidden gem.

Media Contact: Amy Williams, 970-568-7423, Amy@atmstravelnews.com. www.visitsouthwestidaho.com.

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Southwest Idaho Travel Association
Amy Williams
970-568-7423
Amy@atmstravelnews.com