TRAVEL INSPIRATION

Britain has long been synonymous with one kind of glass — the amber kind, raised in a stone-walled distillery somewhere north of Inverness. That heritage is real, and we've written about it in depth. But Britain's drinks story has grown well beyond amber-colored glasses, and the experiences now available to travelers in England and Wales are worth a journey of their own.

Wine tourism has undergone a quiet revolution over the past two decades. What once meant a quick tasting and a gift shop purchase has transformed into multi-day immersive experiences that rival the world's most sophisticated cultural journeys. From the sun-drenched slopes of Tuscany to the fog-shrouded valleys of Sonoma, wine regions have recognized what thoughtful travelers have always known: the story behind the wine is as compelling as the wine itself.