Category: Activities & Tours
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Top 5 Beach Dives in Monterey County
Monterey is full of amazing places to scuba dive and some of the most gorgeous spots can be accessed from the beach. The cold waters around Monterey are packed with vibrant reefs bustling with a variety of fascinating marine life of all sizes. 1. North Monastery Beach Located on Highway 1 just South of Carmel,…
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Life is a Highway in Monterey County: Highway 101 Road Trip
With the wind in your hair and an open road, life is a highway to be explored through California’s Central Coast and Monterey County’s beautiful countryside. We have created a fun itinerary mostly along Highway 101 for an epic journey of incredible eats, local wines and history. We hope you enjoy this great alternative route…
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Tales from the Trail: Limekiln State Park in Big Sur
Limekiln State Park is an all-in-one natural playground and hosts some of Big Sur's most iconic treasures including the cultural history of lime kilns, massive redwood trees and the powerful Limekiln Falls. There are three trails worth checking out, Hare Creek, Limekiln and Falls trails, each with its own gems along the way. All of…
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5 Unexpected Things You Might See on a Whale Watching Trip in Monterey
The Monterey Bay may be the finest spot on earth to view whales and other wildlife from the deck of a boat. Because of the federal protections of the Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary, which encompasses one of the world's most diverse marine ecosystems and the 2-mile deep Monterey marine canyon, which is rich with…
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Above the Clouds: Point Sur Lightstation
Ever notice the piece of land resembling an island off of Highway 1 in Big Sur? Point Sur is a place where the coastline twists and turns along steep cliffs rearing high above white-tipped waves set above dangerous reefs and swift currents. And did you know that at the top of Point Sur there is a…
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Star-Studded Monterey County Destinations
The Oscars are just around the corner! Monterey County has provided Academy Award-winning backdrops for film directors and cinematographers from the silent-movie era through today. So, we thought it would be fun to celebrate some Oscar-worthy settings from among the nearly 200 movies that have been filmed here. Best Actress: Carmel-by-the-Sea & Carmel Valley Joan…
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12 Mistakes to Avoid While Visiting Monterey County
1. Thinking that it’s hard to get to While Monterey County boasts a natural setting that certainly is off the beaten track, you can reach our area with little hassle, whether you’re traveling from another city in California or from across the country. Monterey Regional Airport has regular flights to and from many cities across…
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Why Winter is the Best Time of Year to Visit Carmel & Monterey
Wondering when to book your next visit to Monterey? The answer is now! Wintertime in Monterey County allows you to peruse our scenic beauty without the crowds and at more valuable rates. During our ‘secret season’ you can feel free to walk some of the most scenic beaches and easily make reservations at the area’s…
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30 Hours in Pacific Grove
Known for its iconic Victorian homes, breathtaking coastline and its cozy hometown feel, Pacific Grove is a Monterey Peninsula gem not to be missed. Known as “PG” by the locals, this scenic treasure is home to a range of activities and attractions including the Monterey Bay Coastal Recreation Trail, Monarch Grove Butterfly Sanctuary and the…