Influencers, tastemakers and industry leaders gathered for an afternoon of crafting, fashion, culinary excellence and great wine.
August 13, 2026 (Napa, CA) — On August 11, the Napa Valley Wine Train, a luxury rail travel experience, welcomed influencers, tastemakers and leaders from the worlds of fashion, technology, design, philanthropy, sports and business for an exclusive collaboration with acclaimed fashion brand Veronica Beard and modern correspondence app HiNOTE.
Hosted by sisters Veronica Swanson Beard, co-founder of Veronica Beard, and Alexis Swanson Traina, founder of HiNOTE, the invitation-only experience titled, All Aboard, Darling, celebrated fashion, craftsmanship and the spirit of wine country aboard the Napa Valley Wine Train. Guests enjoyed a specially curated afternoon featuring a hands-on embroidery masterclass, led by San Francisco’s favorite surrealist artist — and founder of ARTifact — Lauren Sharp. Crafting included personalized Veronica Beard denim shirts with custom monograms before visiting a premium denim pop-up onboard to complete their look with a pair of Veronica Beard jeans.
Among the highly impressive yet intimate group of voyagers, guests included Olympic Gold Medalist Kristi Yamaguchi, San Francisco tastemaker Alexis Pence, Award-Winning Chef Kathy Fang, and Hilary Newsom, President of PlumpJack Group and Chair and Founder of PlumpJack Foundation.
Throughout the journey, attendees experienced Napa Valley Wine Train’s signature hospitality with an elevated afternoon tea-inspired menu prepared by the train’s culinary team, paired with wines from the PlumpJack Collection of Wineries as the train traveled through the scenic Napa Valley.
“This collaboration perfectly captured what makes the Napa Valley Wine Train unlike any other destination,” said Nathan Davis, General Manager of Napa Valley Wine Train. “Bringing together world-class hospitality, exceptional culinary experiences, celebrated brands and the beauty of Napa Valley to create unforgettable moments for our guests. We were honored to partner with Veronica Beard and HiNOTE on an experience that celebrated creativity, connection and the spirit of wine country.”
“Hosting with HiNOTE and Napa Valley Wine Train alongside some of our favorite friends of the brand was a truly unforgettable experience,” said Veronica Swanson Beard, co-founder of Veronica Beard. “We loved bringing everyone together for an afternoon of crafting and creativity in such an incredible setting.”
“Veronica and I loved the idea of spending an afternoon winding through the Napa Valley in a beautiful vintage Pullman car—crafting, sipping and enjoying the company of old and new friends. In a busy world, what a rare and wonderful gift,” said Alexis Swanson Traina, founder of HiNOTE.
The event further reinforced the Napa Valley Wine Train’s reputation as one of the region’s premier destinations for elevated lifestyle experiences, where acclaimed culinary offerings, exceptional wines and unique partnerships come together to create unforgettable moments beyond the traditional wine country visit.
About the Napa Valley Wine Train
One of the few active historic passenger railroads in the United States, the Napa Valley Wine Train offers an engaging and memorable experience that echoes the glory days of train travel, with fine dining service, multi-course meals cooked to order, Napa Valley scenery and ultimate relaxation aboard exquisitely restored antique rail cars. The Napa Valley Wine Train features vintage Pullman rail cars faithfully restored with Honduran mahogany paneling, brass accents, etched glass partitions and luxurious armchairs that evoke the spirit of luxury rail travel at the beginning of the 20th century.
The Napa Valley Wine Train holds a level 1 Green Key Meetings rating. It has been identified as a destination that has taken first steps to reduce environmental impacts by analyzing its meetings and conference operations and identifying opportunities for improvement. An action plan focusing on resource conservation and waste minimization has been established, and is supported by a firm commitment to continual improvement.
In 2015, Noble House Hotels & Resorts, Ltd. – a collection of luxury hotels and resorts purchased the historic and iconic Napa Valley Wine Train expanding its portfolio to include attractions in the destinations its hotels call home.
About Noble House Hotels & Resorts
The Noble House Hotels & Resorts portfolio is a collection of 29 luxury and upscale hotels, resorts, and experiences across North America—all designed for discerning travelers seeking to escape the daily routine. Noble House can be trusted to unlock the most authentic experiences in the most compelling destinations. This promise is delivered through their carefully curated collection that pairs boutique local charm with consistent high service and comfort standards. All concepts within their collection offer immersive, active adventure experiences that bring out the best of their destinations. Headquartered in Seattle, their family-owned business philosophy creates value for each concept’s community, environment, ownership, staff, and guests. The portfolio includes: over 75 restaurants, bars, and lounges; the Napa Valley Wine Train; a collection of spas, marinas, and private residences throughout the U.S., and Mexico; a range of beachfront resorts from California to Florida; luxury retreats in Jackson Hole, Wyo. and award-winning urban hotels in Seattle and San Francisco. For more information, visit www.noblehousehotels.com or call 877.NOBLE.TRIP.
