I’m headed to Willamette labor day weekend this year with my wife and friends for a couple of days of tasting. When I’ve taken similar trips in Sonoma/Napa, I’ve always hired a driver, even though I’m spitting most everything. I just don’t like to take chances behind the wheel.
We’ll be renting an SUV, so while we’d consider a car service, I’m mostly just looking for a driver who can drive us around. No need for the driver to plan the itinerary - we’ll handle that. Any recommendations?
My folks and I have always used John Swenson. I’m not sure if he’s even still driving as I’ve not been out there in a while, but we always direct folks to his group:
He’s been great through the years. I think one time my folks went recently the son-in-law of the Anderson family (that owns Anderson Family) was driving. They know everyone and everywhere and the area like the back of their hand.
I am organizing a trip with four couples (8 persons total) for this coming September. Any thoughts on current availability of Lyft/Uber would be most appreciated.
Bill,
There are a few Uber/Lyft drivers in McMinnville. I don’t use them because I can walk or drive where I want to go. There is a general shortage of workers in the area, and, frankly, driving an Uber doesn’t compare well with working at a restaurant and getting minimum wage plus tips.