Melanie Wynne

Contributing Writer, Via
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A freelance travel writer since 2008, Melanie Wynne has explored five continents and most of the American West. Former Travel Editor of The Points Guy, she’s also written for National Geographic Traveler, Conde Nast Traveler, Westways, and more. She’s currently pursuing a wine career in Sonoma County.

Articles by Melanie Wynne

Purple and pink clouds over Limantour Beach in Point Reyes, California at sunset.

Explore the soothing North Coast coastline alongside hearty bites of cheese and oysters.

A woman's arm reaches into a wine fridge to remove a bottle of white wine, picture

Avoid these 8 common mistakes for better tasting, longer lasting wine.

A road in Sonoma County that overlooks oak trees, golden rolling hills, and vineyards, image

Discover the best places to taste wine, indulge in farm-fresh food, and get outside in Sonoma County.

riverfront in Petaluma, California with bridge span

A countryside getaway with city style 90 minutes north of San Francisco.

sunset on a vineyard in Healdsburg, CA

Healdsburg offers walks on country roads, top restaurants, and tastings at intimate wineries.

sailing rock on Racetrack Playa in Death Valley National Park, image

Here are five places in the West where unexplained phenomena baffle the experts.