We just had such a fun afternoon today! We went on a food tour of Downtown Grand Junction led by…read moreGrand Junction Food Tours. I cannot recommend this highly enough. My one caveat would be - bring your appetite. You will be sampling a lot of food (vegetarians note - you will be well taken care of as well!). Rebecca Jones was our guide and really knows the history of many of the buildings we passed as were walking. That was really fun - learned some of the fun (and sometimes slightly scandalous stories of old GJ!) It went from 2-4:30 this afternoon. We met at Main Street Bagels Artisan Bakery & Cafe and sampled a delicious apple pastry while we got organized. Then, we stopped at Bella Balsamic and the Pressed Olive, CO. There, we got a really in-depth introduction to the olive oils and balsamic vinegars they offer. I learned a lot about the polyphenols in good, pure olive oils and the health benefits offered. Next, we we went to MX Tapas Bar Restaurante. We were able to buy margaritas at a special price - but a nice sampling of tapas was included with the tour. Here, as at all places visited, we got really good service with lots of background information about the restaurant and their food. We got to meet the owner, Francisco, and hear how his son helped change the longtime La Bamba restaurant to MX Tapas. After that, we went to Pablo's Pizza and sampled their pesto pizza. As always, it was wonderful! And so good to know about their heavy use of local ingredients and their wacky weekly pizzas! Then - to The Rockslide Brewery and Restaurant, where we met the general manager, sampled beers and were given a beet, cranberry, feta salad and a generous serving of fried salmon (see what I mean about needing an appetite? Our vegetarian had an artichoke dip instead of salmon). We ended up at Gelato Junction - we had samples of interesting flavors (baklava, ube, pumpkin latte, plum, peach etc) and then a cone of our choice. So my brain was happy - all the history. My stomach was happy - all the food. My feet were happy - nice walk in the sun.... This is a fun adventure if you are local or if you are from out of town (a fun thing to do when you have company!). Try it out. I think you will have a lot of fun!

I have been in Grand Junction for 5 years and decided to get to know the area better. My husband…read moreand I took the tour and came away stuffed and knowledgeable about our wonderful downtown. Our hosts were gracious and helped out the waitstaff to ensure the tour moved at a nice - but not rushed - pace. We sampled local restaurant fares and learned about many of the historic buildings on Main Street. I hope they continue to add and change the restaurants they have on the tour. I would recommend this to anyone visiting or anyone new to the area. We were in a group of all adults. I would not bring children on the tour unless they were infants or young adults.

My sister was visiting from the East Coast and has always loved any opportunity to spend time with…read morehorses. JR arranged for Ally to take my sister on a tour of the wild horses in the Bookcliffs. This was the highlight of her visit. Ally was kind, enthusiastic and very knowledgeable. My sister was paired with an elegant Percheron named Martini. A perfect gentleman. Thank you Ally and JR!

We recently did a 3 hr trail ride and it was the best trail ride we've done! The scenery was…read morebeautiful, the horses well trained, and we were the only riders out there. We saw wild horses and our guide, Lindsay, was fantastic! Everything went so smoothly and my whole family had a wonderful time!

This charming Victorian B&B is the perfect place for a weekend getaway! The Palisade Wine Valley…read moreInn is quiet, comfortable, clean, and spacious, with well appointed décor that makes you feel right at home. Michelle and David are wonderful hosts, and we truly enjoyed our stay. We especially loved having breakfast on the porch each morning. Michelle is a fantastic cook, and the food was absolutely delicious! The location is ideal--just a short walk to downtown Palisade. The beautifully maintained grounds also offer plenty of peaceful spots to sit, cool off, and relax. We absolutely loved our time at this B&B and will definitely be back! Thank you, David and Michelle for sharing your home with us and helping make our weekend so special. We can't wait to visit again!

My husband and I had the privilege of spending two nights @ this inn in conjunction with his 76th…read morebirthday. We couldn't be happier with the time spent. Michelle and Dave do everything to make the time enjoyable. Breakfast is served on their beautiful front porch and food and ambiance are delightful. if you love vintage decor coupled with modern amenities, this the place for you! Thank you, Michelle and Dave!!

We booked a 2 person wine tour with Dave today, from 10 to 2. He did a great job pairing what our…read moretastes to the vineyards we visited. He was on time, knew when to be engaged and when to leave us alone, and is also well networked - even managed to score us a few 'off the menu' tastings. When you come to Palisade, be sure to book a tour with Pali-Tours. He is reasonably priced and will give you a memorable tour.

What a blast of a wine tour!! Dave Smith with Pali Tours made my daughter's Bachelorette weekend…read moreincredibly memorable. The communication was superb. His knowledge of the Valley was excellent. He was flexible and suggested some amazing wineries based on questions he asked us. He was funny, and very personable. He also took lots of pictures of our group at our request. Would absolutely recommend Dave. We have a Wedding coming up in August and we will be giving out his info to family coming in to town.

This place is Palisade's best-kept secret! It offers the perfect blend of a charming motel and an…read moreAirbnb, with all the comfort and personal touches you could hope for. The owner was incredibly attentive from check-in through our entire stay, making us feel genuinely welcomed. The beds were comfortable, and the small patio opening onto the grassy area was such a wonderful bonus--perfect for relaxing with a cup of coffee or unwinding in the evening. It was peaceful, quiet, and absolutely delightful. My only hesitation in writing this review is that it might be fully booked the next time I want to stay! We will definitely be back.

We had a great stay at Homestead! The room was clean, spacious, and the bed was very comfortable…read more The staff was incredibly friendly and welcoming throughout our visit. I really like this style of hotel. It feels like a mix between a traditional hotel and an Airbnb. Airbnbs have become so expensive, and while regular hotels are convenient, you still have to park, go through the building, take the elevator, and walk down the hall to your room. Here, you can park right outside your door and walk straight in, which made traveling so much easier. The outdoor area was a nice bonus, especially if you're traveling with a dog. There's a grassy area with waste bags, a fire pit, and cornhole boards, making it a relaxing place to hang out. It was very pet-friendly. My only suggestions would be to add blackout curtains, as the room gets bright early in the morning, and we did notice a few gnats in the bathroom, which I assume were coming from the drains. Neither issue was a dealbreaker, though. Overall, we had a great experience and would definitely stay here again.

Such a cozy space with wonderful owners. The views are breathtaking, and the breakfast is a great…read moreway to start your day of adventures to the nearby vineyards and local festivities. Vistas and Vineyards Can easily become a habit.

This was our first visit to the Palisades and we had an amazing time. We stayed in the Vistas Room…read morelocated upstairs with the Kind bed. The cleanliness of the room and private bathroom was noticed and very much appreciated as well as the gifts and goodies in the room left for us. Brad and Gail really made us feel welcomed from the moment we arrived to the amazing breakfast each morning and were so accommodating. Highly recommend this place for a weekend getaway. So many wineries to walk/bike to from here. We will be back!

Beautiful and peaceful place!! We rented a place here for a girl's trip and we all want to move in…read more The owners are kind and thoughtful and take amazing care of the property. We collected fresh eggs and cooked them for breakfast. It was a perfect place to launch a day of wine tasting, and we spent a few hours walking along the river. It was beautiful and good for the soul!!!

came here with family while visiting them for a few days. they've been here multiple times and…read morecouldn't wait for us to try it! i'm not a huge wine drinker so i was a little worried i wasn't going to have the best time, but they enticed me with a charcuterie board. the property is super beautiful. we sat inside and enjoyed some of the air conditioning and the cool atmosphere of being surrounded by wine barrels. the owners were some of the sweetest people i've ever met, and took such good care of us. they went above and beyond for my fiance and i who are vegan, and made us seriously the best charcuterie board. it had vegan cheeses, lots of nuts, fruit, hummus and veggies among a ton of other things and everything was so yummy, i wished it would have never ended. i even enjoyed the wines that i had and loved trying to pair the wines with the food! it was such a unique, fun experience and i would love to go back next time i'm in the area!!

My wife and I live in Grand Junction and very much enjoy the Palisade wine scene. This is as good…read moreas it gets. If you are limited on time, TWP MUST be at the top of your list. Amazing wine, and the best owners ever. It's not just a tasting, it's an experience. We've now been 4 times and my mom DEMANDS we go whenever she's in town visiting. I'm already thinking of when to set up the next reservation. Thank you Edwin and Shari for creating this. It's a true gem!