Napa’s Bust and Boom

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for the June 15, 2011 issue

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Issue: June 15, 2011

Unlike Napa Valley's three more prominent tourist destinations—Yountville, St. Helena and Calistoga—Napa isn't quaint. It's less charming, less pretentious, more suburban and blue-collar. The Napa River is being rejuvenated through a major flood-control project that is slowly restoring the river to its natural health. Those who used to view Napa from inside a car or tour bus now have real reason to stop, explore and enjoy what it has to offer.

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