Long Weekend & School Holiday Planning

The long weekend (and school holidays) are creeping up on us very quickly, and there's nothing worse than not being ready when they arrive.

To help we've put together a to do list, to make the preparation that little bit easier, and so you can relax the minute school's out.

TWO WEEKS OUT

Are you planning a trip to the valley? It's a beautiful time to visit, the vines are all bursting with new growth, the temperature is perfect, there are plenty of activites for the kids (big & little)

• Book your accomodation. winecountry.com.au is a great resource for accomodation, restaurants, and activities. There's a great range from small cabins hidden in the bush, to resorts with all the facilities you could need. You can also stay onsite at Madigan Wine Country Cottages. Book direct and mention Stomp and they'll look after you. 
• Our restaurants book out quickly, especially on a long weekend so we'd highly recommend bookng these in advance. A few of our favourites are The Deck Cafe (amazing for Brunch), Jimmy Joans for a relaxed drink & snacks (and plenty of room for the kids to run around outdoors), The Gates at Leogate for something a little more formal and Bimbadgen Pizzeria for delicious wood fired pizza as the sun goes down.

Need wine for that week or weekend away? For entertaining at home?

• Get in and order some wine now & we'll have them delivered to your doorstep. Our new release 2024 Verdelho & 2024 Fiano are the perfect drops for Spring, don't forget some Early Release Shiraz & Merlot for the BBQ

ONE WEEK OUT

• Book a few Cellar Door experiences. Stomp! Wines offers a range of outdoor (and indoor, if required) experiences to include wine & cheese, wine & chocolate or wine & fresh fruit. We also have some great outdoor games for those not interested in tasting. Mix it up & include some wineries that you know & love, with some you've never tried before. 
• Book activities for the kids. Hunter Valley Gardens offers a great program for the littlies, and there's horse riding, smash room, Hunter Valley Wildlife Park & more for the big kids.

On the home front

• Pack your wines for the week away 
• Plan your entertaining, invite your guests & let us know if you need a hand pairing the perfect wine to your menu.

You've made it.... now all you need to do is relax.