How cool is this? I am constantly reminded about how many amazing things you can do on a boat. Here's an example close to my heart: wine tasting!

This great article  from the folks at Motor Boating Magazine talks about chartering a nice powerboat out of Sausalito on San Fran Bay and cruising up the Napa River (Napa Valley in California) enroute to some of the most interesting new world wines available.

Want to visit the legendary Mondavi winery? Maybe you're into marquee Cabs from Phelps? Or, how about some smaller, family-operated wineries like Cakebread?

Wrap it up at renowned restaurant "French Laundry" and saunter on back to your boat! Now THIS is cruising in style.

Has anyone else done this trip?