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The Napa Valley Escape: Network While Black

Duration

5 Days / 4 Nights

Max group size

16

Price from

$3120

This one's for the Network While Black woman who wants networking that doesn't feel like networking. And what better way to kick off our very first Network While Black retreat than with a long weekend in Napa? Think good wine, great food, beautiful views, and the kind of conversations that happen naturally when you're having a good time.

You'll settle in at The Meritage Resort and Spa, where the weekend already feels like an escape before we've even left the property. Think wine tasting at a Black-owned winery, a little pampering, afternoons spent relaxing by the pool, and plenty of time to enjoy Napa at your own pace. We'll also have a girls' night slumber party, a chance to dress up for dinner, and a networking event where you can get to know the women you're sharing the weekend with.

And somewhere between the wine, the late-night laughs, and conversations you didn't see coming, you'll have the chance to connect with women you might not have met otherwise. Maybe you'll find your next business bestie, a new travel friend, or someone who just gets where you are in life.

Come for Napa, but leave with more than a few bottles of wine. Maybe it's a new friend, a new connection, your next collaboration, or simply a really good weekend you didn't know you needed. That's the kind of networking we're here for.

When will you travel?

Jul 01, 2027 — Jul 05, 2027

Primary Departure

$3,120

per person

Itinerary

Welcome to Napa Valley

Day 1: Welcome to Napa Valley

You've made it to wine country! Once you've checked into The Meritage Resort and Spa, take some time to settle in, unwind after your travels, or explore everything the resort has to offer. Later in the evening, we'll come together for welcome cocktails, a chance to meet the ladies and toast to the start of our very first Network While Black retreat! Afterward, the evening is yours to enjoy dinner at one of the resort's restaurants or relax however you please.

Wine Tasting & Girls' Night In

Day 2: Wine Tasting & Girls' Night In

It's time for a little Napa wine tasting! We'll spend part of the day visiting a Black-owned winery, sipping some incredible wines, and enjoying the beauty of wine country. And later, who says sleepovers are just for kids? We're treating ourselves to a curated slumber party experience filled with cute pajamas, girl talk, plenty of laughs, and all the little things that make a girls' night so much fun. Because sometimes you just need a night to forget about adulting and enjoy yourself! The rest of the evening is yours to spend however you please.

Wellness, Connections & Poolside Vibes

Day 3: Wellness, Connections & Poolside Vibes

Start your morning with breakfast before joining us for a wellness-inspired networking experience. A chance to pour into yourself, share a little, and connect with the women around you beyond the usual introductions. In the afternoon, we're taking things poolside! Slip into your favorite swimsuit and join us at our cabana for an afternoon of sunshine, laughter, and good company. Whether you're taking a dip or simply lounging with the ladies, this afternoon is all about relaxing and enjoying yourself. The evening is yours to explore Napa, grab dinner, or simply enjoy the resort.

Your Napa, Your Way & Farewell Dinner

Day 4: Your Napa, Your Way & Farewell Dinner

It’s your final full day in Napa, and today is completely yours! Sleep in, explore Downtown Napa, book another winery or tasting experience, go shopping, enjoy brunch, take a hot air balloon ride, or simply spend another day relaxing at the resort. We’ll provide a curated list of our favorite optional experiences so you can create the day that feels right for you. This evening, we’ll come back together for our Farewell Dinner and toast to an unforgettable weekend in Napa Valley.

Departure Day

Day 5: Departure Day

Breakfast, goodbyes, and back to the airport. It goes by fast, but a weekend like this tends to stick with you a lot longer than the flight home.

Included

  • 5 Days, 4 Nights at The Meritage Resort and Spa
  • Daily Breakfast
  • Round-Trip Airport Transfers (Designated Arrival & Departure Times)
  • Welcome Cocktail Reception
  • Black-Owned Napa Valley Winery & Wine Tasting Experience
  • Curated Girls' Night Slumber Party Experience
  • Wellness & Networking Experience
  • Poolside Cabana Experience
  • Farewell Dinner
  • Ground Transportation for Included Group Activities
  • All Entrance Fees & Costs for Included Activities
  • Exclusive Wander With Wande x Network While Black Welcome Goodie Bag

Not included

  • Flights to Napa/San Francisco
  • Travel Insurance (highly recommended)
  • Optional Add-On Activities (Spa and more)
  • Personal Meals & Expenses Not Listed

Accommodation

The Meritage Resort and Spa
4–5★ · Four Diamond Napa Valley Resort, Vineyard Estate

The Meritage Resort and Spa

Room Type: 3 nights

Key Amenities

  • 3 Swimming Pools
  • Hot Tub/Jacuzzi
  • Fitness Centre
  • Crush Lounge (6-Lane Bowling Alley, Billiards & Shuffleboard)
  • 9-Acre Private Vineyard with Walking Trails
  • On-Site Wine Tasting Rooms
  • Multiple On-Site Restaurants
  • Spa

We carefully select 4–5 star hotels and luxury boutique properties for all Wander With Wande trips. The hotels listed above reflect the style and standard of accommodation you can expect. Final accommodations may vary, but they will always be of an equivalent or higher quality. We do not book hostels.

Your Trip Host

WA

Wande Akin

CEO, Wander With Wande

Your ultimate travel bestie — here to bring the vibes, keep the days smooth, and make sure you feel taken care of from start to finish.

Please note that the travel host for this trip may vary. While many of our trips are hosted by Wande, some journeys may be led by another trusted member of the Wander With Wande team.

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