When She is the Love of Your Life …

She is the LOVE OF YOUR LIFE! Maybe it’s the way her hair glistens in the candle light … the softness of her skin … the way her smile and laughter makes your heart beat extra fast … her gentleness and sophistication … or all of these traits and more wrapped into one AMAZINGLY  BEAUTIFUL package!  Whatever the reasons you love her, Valentine’s Day is the perfect time to “TAKE HER BREATH AWAY” in the way you express your love!

AAA Transportation has the PERFECT combination to SWEEP YOUR SWEETHEART OFF HER FEET!

First, demonstrate your debonair spirit by taking her to the 3rd Annual Wines and Valentines Dinner, presented by the Museum on Main Street, Saturday, February 13, from 6 PM – 10 PM.

The class and flair of the new Farmer Restaurant at the newly renovated Pleasanton Hotel is the perfect venue for an outstanding pairing of superb wines masterfully matched with a four-course dinner by Chef Bert G. Ortiz.

The menu includes:

• Hors d’ouvres: Ahi Tuna Tartar paired with Elliston Vineyard Sparkling Champagne
• First Course: Amore Raviolis paired with Wente Vineyards Sauvignon Blanc
• Main Course: Mixed Grill (Aged NY steak medallion with Chilean sea bass) paired with McGrail Vineyards Cabernet
• Dessert: Cutie Pie chocolate heart paired with Concannon Vineyards Petite Syrah

As you and your LOVE dine and exchange loving glances, Chef Ortiz will circulate among all diners, speaking on why each wine is chosen and how each complements its dish.
Between courses and the Chef commentaries, the “back by popular demand” Two-bit and Voice Auctions will take place.  You’re sure to discover delightful items your SWEETHEART will cherish!  So, bring an adequate supply of quarters (two-bits), and keep an eye out for the limited quantity of unique quarters that will be on sale.  Proceeds from both auctions will go toward the Board of Directors’ approved museum projects.

Second, AAA Transportation has TWO VALENTINE PACKAGES to make your evening complete:

1. 3 Hours of Stretch Limousine service for ONLY $220.00 (includes tax and gratuity)!  Complimentary champagne and other beverages are available as you and your ANGEL snuggle together.
2. 3 Hours of sedan service – all inclusive – for JUST $150.00!

Make Valentine’s Day a “Night on the Town” she will never forget!

Make your transportation reservations with our experienced staff NOW by calling 1-866- 558-0222 or online at www.aaa-trans.com.

A World of Adventure at Your Doorstep!

What were your 2010 New Year resolutions?  Did you vow to … lose weight … exercise more … improve relationships … eat healthier … return to school?  How many of these resolutions have you actually begun?  How many have you started and already “fallen off the wagon” so to speak?  We begin a new year with great intentions, but like almost everyone, we soon lose interest and zeal for those changes that require more of us than we are really willing to give.  BUT …

AAA Transportation has a New Year’s resolution that EVERYONE can keep and enjoy!  We call it “A World of Adventure at Your Doorstep”. Why not resolve to learn more about California and the Tri-Valley, Bay Areas?  Whether this is your home or a vacation area you plan to visit, we can insure you will learn about new and exciting places and events, visit those special “hidden treasures” known mostly to locals, enjoy the best concerts and shows California has to offer, and take supreme pleasure in those memorable events like weddings, proms, graduations, business meetings, etc.

We also provide the most luxurious, enjoyable transportation for every location and event … and we supply specials and discounts throughout the year! Let’s look at some of the premier tours and events you won’t want to miss in 2010:

Wine Tour Special – Did you know the lush green hills of California’s wine country contain 400 wineries?  Each new year heralds winery tours with exciting tasting rooms and wine/food pairings.  AAA Transportation knows every gentle curve in the many roads that will have your group engulfed in this “fairy land” for six hours for only $299 (plus gratuity).

Concerts and Theatre – Have you ever experienced a concert at the lush Wente Vineyards?  Eight people can experience the excitement for only $260 (plus gratuity).  Our other low rates will whisk you to any of the historic theatres in the area – The Curran, The Osage, The Orpheum, The Paramount, and The Bankhead.  Sense the music and beauty of Broadway productions, operas, staged plays, and more!

Fine Dining and Live Entertainment – Have you ever tasted the ultimate prime rib at Tommy T’s and then laughed until “your sides split”?  What about “Hot Sizzling Thursday Nights” at the Pleasanton Hilton?  Then there’s Pleasanton’s Main Street Brewery, the annual Harvest Wine Celebration, … and any place your heart desires!

Fun for the Whole Family – Spend quality time together at the Renaissance Faire dressed in your favorite costume, enjoy the little known sport of bocce at Campo di Bocci, experience the annual Dry Bean Festival, the Labor Day Harvest Wine Celebration, and other family fun spots.

Business and Leisure – Who wouldn’t enjoy a day of golf and relaxing spa treatments at The Purple Orchid Inn, The Claremont Club and Spa, or the sublime and refreshing Vintage Estates? Treat your clients and employees to the elegant Palm Event Center, and thrill to world-class golf at Crow Canyon Country Club.  Your clients will thank you!

Once-in-a-Lifetime Events – Why not let professionals handle the intricate details (and associated stress) of your wedding, graduation, prom, special Birthday gala, promotion celebration, family reunion, and that long-awaited cruise to … ?  We know the most rewarding places anywhere around, plus luxuriously carry you there with specials and discounts galore!

Any place you desire to go … AAA Transportation takes you there in style and comfort.  Take advantage of our “Go Green” hybrid sedans and SAVE!  Our fleet of sleek, late-model vehicles economically provides luxury transportation for ALL of your personal and corporate events.  With excellence as our standard, you are guaranteed complete satisfaction.  Make your reservations TODAY either online or by calling 866-558-0222.

The Vintage Estates – Sublime and Refreshing Elegance

Romantic … Like a French Chateau … Luxuriously Relaxing …Indescribably Wonderful … Breathtakingly Beautiful …A Place with Everything

These are some of the ways people describe their visit to the Vintage Estates in the town of Yountville in Napa Valley.  Spreading over 23 acres, the Vintage Estates is almost a township of its very own.  You’ll find these delightful experiences throughout its stunningly beautiful grounds:

• The Villagio Inn – 112 guestrooms with Italian architecture and influence insure luxury takes on new meaning here.  Private patios, balconies, spacious rooms, fireplaces, down comforters, oversized sunken bathtubs, and luxurious robes await you.  Embrace a sparkling swimming pool and jacuzzi, a welcome bottle of wine, daily champagne breakfast buffet, afternoon tea, coffee and cookies, concierge and room service to round out your ultimate enjoyment and refreshment.
• The Vintage Inn – Featuring 80 elegant guestrooms infused with a French flair, this Inn welcomes you with vaulted beamed ceilings, rich French fabrics, a down comforter, a private balcony, a sunken whirlpool bathtub, and a fireplace.
• Spa Villagio – Indulgence awaits you here with Mediterranean-style.  Every care is lifted away with waterfalls, reflecting pools, and bubbling fountains.  Sixteen state-of-the-art treatment rooms and five private spa suites provide an exceptional array of soothing treatments, saunas, hydrotherapy soaking baths, and romantic seclusion.
• Business Complex – Conference service managers and modern technology insure every detail of your event is seamless.

1. Seven varied executive conference rooms inspire creativity with natural light and beautiful scenery.
2. The Historic Barrel Room is a 2,700 square foot space suitable for business meetings, conferences, and retreats.  Having once been a wine maturation cellar in the 1870’s, it is truly “Napa Valley’s Most Unique Event Space”.

• The Pavilion – This 16,000 square foot area of Vintage Estates offers unique outdoor venues for “one-of-a-kind” corporate and social events, and weddings.  In traditional California wine country garden ambience, a flowing watercourse and fountains bring charm and elegance.  Evergreen elms and flowering magnolia trees fill the air with beauty and fragrance.  Wedding receptions of up to 1,000 guests are easily accommodated as well as dining for up to 600 guests.
• The “Vintage 1870,” V Marketplace – Housed within and around the 139 year-old Groezinger Winery complex in Vintage Estates, you can enjoy the many high-end shops, galleries, restaurants, and a wine tasting cellar.  Winding cobblestone walkways and cozy picnic gardens await along with special events and entertainment year-round.

AAA Transportation has been successfully serving both individuals and businesses in the Tri-Valley and Bay Areas since 2001.  Our fleet of sleek, late-model limousines, sedans, and vans provides luxury transportation for ALL of your personal and corporate events.  With excellence as our standard, you are guaranteed complete satisfaction.  Make your reservations TODAY either online or by calling 866-558-0222.

Wine for A Cure Benefits A Good Cause

Would you be willing to help thousands of other people find a cure for a fatal, genetic disease that affects over 30,000 children and young adults in the United States?  NOW YOU CAN!

The disease is cystic fibrosis, and Zephyr Grill & Bar in Livermore is joining hands with The Cystic Fibrosis Foundation on Sunday, October 25, for the Second Annual Wine for a Cure.

The evening showcases premier wines from the Livermore Valley paired with exotic culinary dishes created by Head Chef, Nick Musser.

The VIP reception begins at 5 PM with select pourings from Picazo Estate Vineyards.

The main event begins at 6 PM with succulent wines from the Steven Kent Winery, La Rochelle Winery, and other spectacular Livermore Valley wineries.

The 14-acre Picazo Estate Vineyards produce dark, serious Merlots that are available by allocation only.  An almost perfect climate and loam soils combine to produce Merlots that are smooth and subtle, fruit-packed, and full-bodied.

Stephen Kent Winery specializes in premier Cabernets and Chardonnays.  Cabernets are almost always aged in oak for over a year, and then aged several more years in the bottle.  Steven Kent Winery also uniquely enhances both the flavor of the wines and the wine tasting experience with the “Trio of Treats” consisting of Marcona Almonds, Dried Cranberries, and Parmigiano-Reggiano.

La Rochelle Winery is part of the Steven Kent Winery.  An impressive range of handcrafted wines are perfectly paired with cheeses, quince paste, and truffle mousse to create outstanding tasting delectables.

Celebrating their 3^rd Anniversary, Zephyr Grill & Bar offers these “must taste” culinary delights:

• Astounding Appetizers:  Such as salmon cakes and Bay Shrimp cocktails
• Exotic Entrees:  Filet mignon, steaks, seafood, pastas, pizza, sandwiches, and hamburgers
• Delectable Desserts:  Such as Texas Funeral Fudge Cake
• Wide range of Livermore wines:  Sparkling, dark, full-flavored Whites, Pinks, and Reds
• Sure to please Kid’s Menu
• Party Platters of your favorite hors d’ oeuvres
• Private Dining Options:  Lunch and Dinner buffets and group seatings

Gather your family and friends for a rousing good time at Zephyr’s daily Happy Hours from 3 PM – 6 PM and 9 PM – Closing.

Whenever you need superior transportation in the Tri-Valley and Bay Area, AAA Transportation is your finest choice.  Our fleet of sleek, late-model limousines, vans, and taxis are second-to-none.  Our highly trained chauffeurs have been safely and professionally escorting groups since 2001.  You may make your reservation by calling 866-558-0222, or going online at www.aaa-trans.com.

The White Crane Winery – Elegance at Its Best!

Rising majestically above the lush, green Livermore Valley wine country, White Crane ridge has been etched into the skyline for centuries.  Nestled among the fragrant grape vines and roses lies one of Livermore’s premier wineries - The White Crane Winery! 

The White Crane Winery offers ultra-premium wines, breath-taking settings for personal and business events, and fun & laughter for Wine Club members.  Some of the ultra-premium wines include their own estate-grown cabernets and chardonnays, plus a select variety from other prestigious Livermore wineries. 

White Crane’s wines have won over 46 gold, silver, and bronze awards including:

Cabernet Sauvignon – Merlot – Cabernet Franc – Zinfandel – Pinot Noir- Chardonnay – Sauvignon Blanc – Sparkling Wine – Vintage Portuguese Port & Estate Chardonnay Port

White Crane offers their wines through their exquisite tasting room and their exclusive Wine Club.

Tasting Room Hours:  Friday – Sunday from 12 Noon – 4:30 PM.

Wine Club members enjoy these exclusive benefits:

• Free enrollment
• Priority for 1^st release of White Crane’s ultra-premium wines
• Vineyard summer concerts
• Food and wine pairing cooking classes
• Harvest Grape Stomping Party
• Wine maker dinners
• Barrel Tastings

…. and more!

The White Crane Winery also offers romantic, majestic, and refreshing settings for weddings, special events, private parties, and corporate retreats.  Packages include catering, wine, and setup so all you need to do is … RELAX!

• Imagine saying “I Do” in their fragrant, beautiful vineyard and rose garden. 
• Perhaps you and a group of friends would enjoy “stomping grapes” or making memories at wine and food pairings. 
• Your Baby Shower will be “the ultimate experience” at the White Crane.
• Make your next corporate retreat “unforgettable” among White Crane’s pristine vineyard grounds.

The White Crane Winery is also concerned about surrounding families and communities.  Therefore, they are hosting a picnic/concert to benefit students from the Livermore Valley Unified School District (LVJUSD).  Proceeds will be used to buy new instruments and music, instrument repair, and supplies essential for the music program in this district.  When?

Saturday, September 26, from 12 Noon – 5 PM

Tickets include food and the concert by local musicians

Make your online reservations here:  White Crane Winery

AAA Transportation has been successfully serving both individuals and businesses in the Tri-Valley and Bay Area since 2001.  Our fleet of sleek, late-model limousines, sedans, and vans provides luxury transportation for ALL of your personal and corporate events.  With excellence as our standard, you are guaranteed complete satisfaction.  You may make your bookings by calling 866-558-0222 or online at www.aaa-trans.com. 

California Wine Country – A Dream Come True

Radiant COLORS … arousing AROMAS… tingling TASTES… this is California wine country! Found in the Northern region of California, the gently rolling hills of wine country contain 400 wineries located just north of San Francisco. Wine-making and viticulture (the scientific study and production of grapes) began in California’s lush valleys in the mid-19th century. Currently, 90% of all America’s wine is now produced from the wineries snuggled within the nine valleys making up California’s wine country.

AAA Transportation serves two valleys – Livermore and Napa. Our tours through the winding lush fields of tender grapes dripping from the vines are relaxing, enchanted visits to numerous tasting rooms and wine/food pairings. Whether you are a new wine lover or a connoisseur, you will delight in every quaint winery visited, each with a personality unique to itself. Share the excitement with others as you talk the “special language” of wine lovers – swirl, sip, sensual, texture-driven, or flavor-driven. Experience a delectable selection of wines from several of the 40+ wineries in Livermore Valley, or pick from the hundreds nestled in Napa Valley. Either way, AAA Transportation promises an experience that seems to step right from the pages of a fairy tale.

Several events can be enjoyed throughout the year in either Livermore or Napa Valley.  For instance, Livermore has an exciting wine tasting & food event coming up on Thursday, July 23, 2009, from 6PM-9 PM.  Named “The Taste of Terroir”, you can indulge in 16 pairings of various wines and foods as AAA Transportation guides you effortlessly from one delight to another.

If wine tasting isn’t something that interests you, Livermore and Napa Valleys offer outstanding recreational activities through the year such as golf, shopping, antiques, artisan crafts, and fine dining to name a few.

Whatever your desires, AAA Transportation knows every acre and exquisite place to visit in wine country. Our 8-passenger luxury limousines with complimentary sodas and water promise 6-8 hours of pure pleasure.

Click here for our limo wine country tour packages. If you’re planning a wedding, we also smoothly arrange transportation to your favorite “I Do” spot in wine country. Click here for our wedding specials.