Category: Activities & Tours
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4 Family Fun Attractions in Salinas
Monterey County is loaded with all sorts of family fun activities and Salinas is no exception. Here are just a few ways you and your little ones can fully explore Steinbeck Country just a quick 20 minutes from Monterey. The Steinbeck Center The National Steinbeck Center occupies a place of honor at the head of…
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2 Days in Salinas
Salinas, just 20 miles from Monterey's coastline, provides a unique look into the rich agricultural history of Monterey County. The ancestral home of John Steinbeck, Salinas makes for the perfect inland escape blending the county’s rich history and booming agriculture industry. Plan to spend some time exploring the gems that make this historic town so iconic. …
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24 Hours in Moss Landing
Freshly caught seafood, a plethora of ocean activities and unique accommodations are just a few reasons to love Moss Landing. It’s truly no wonder why this seaside gem holds the largest population of sea otters on Monterey Bay! Make the most of your next trip to this quaint fishing village with the suggested itinerary below.…
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A Food Tour through Marina, CA
Marina is home to iconic sandy beaches, CSU Monterey Bay and the mountain biking mecca that is Fort Ord National Monument, but did you know it's also a locals' haven for great food at great prices? Slightly off of Highway 1 lays the City of Marina where you are guaranteed to find an eatery to…
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Top 5 Historical Sites to See in Monterey
Millions of annual visitors know Monterey as a world-class destination, home to golf tournaments, music festivals, auto and motorcycle races, wine tasting and much more. But Monterey is also the "Cradle of California" and visitors will not regret carving a few hours out of their schedule to visit these top 5 historical sites in Monterey.…
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48 Hours in Seaside, California
The charming coastal town Seaside is full of a plethora of options for food, relaxation and adventure and is booming with new hotels, restaurants and attractions. Formerly the site of Fort Ord, this exciting beach spot boasts two of the most famed golf courses in the area, easy entrance to Fort Ord National Monument and…
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7 Secret Courtyards waiting to be discovered in Carmel-by-the-Sea
Getting lost is not typically something you want to happen while on a vacation, but in Carmel-by-the-Sea, it is a treat! With a lack of numbered addresses, one-way streets and tucked away passageways it’s easy to lose your bearings in this charming one-square-mile labyrinth of cobblestone streets. The village’s cobblestone streets are sprinkled with dozens…
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3 Things You'll Want to do at Carmel Valley Ranch
The world needs more room to play because, in all its infinite forms, play is that little spark that gives the rest of our lives meaning. Carmel Valley Ranch has long been a place to rekindle romances, reunite with friends and family, revive spirits and even rethink companies. And now, after a resort-wide reimagination,…
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4 Things You Must Do on Old Fisherman’s Wharf, Monterey
Visitors to Monterey can take a step back in time by taking a stroll down historic Old Fisherman's Wharf. Fishermen from Portugal, China, Japan and Sicily immigrated to Monterey in search of some of the finest seafood in the world. Today you can still find remnants of the fishing tradition by enjoying local seafood served…