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A vibrant red building housing the Monterey Canning Company stands at a street corner. The structure features large windows and white trim. People are walking by and crossing the intersection on a sunny day, enjoying one of the top things Monterey Bay has to offer: a lively atmosphere.

Top Things to Do in Monterey Bay

Superlatives aside, there’s just no getting around the fact that the Monterey Bay and Big Sur region of California is one of the most breathtakingly […]

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A scenic outdoor patio at one of the best luxury hotels in Monterey Peninsula overlooks a distant sunset beyond rolling hills. The patio features wicker chairs gathered around a small table, a lit lantern, and a candle. A wooden table to the left holds a tray with a drink and another candle, adding to the tranquil atmosphere.

Best Luxury Hotels on the Monterey Peninsula

The sound of the waves, beautiful accommodations, the sun setting over Monterey Bay — the Monterey Peninsula makes for a great luxury getaway. Whether you’re

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A Margherita pizza topped with melted mozzarella cheese and fresh basil leaves. The pizza is on a white plate, surrounded by glasses of orange and red drinks on a wooden table, making it the best dinner on the Monterey Peninsula.

Best Dinner on the Monterey Peninsula

For an auspicious amount of time, decades all told, Michelin Guide hit the brakes on its restaurant coverage just north of Monterey Bay, arbitrarily excluding

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A freshly baked pizza topped with corn, tomatoes, green onions, and herbs sits on a white plate against a purple background—perhaps the best lunch Carmel Valley has to offer. A hand is holding a piece of toasted bread over a wooden board with assorted slices of bread and a dish of butter.

Best Lunch in Carmel and Carmel Valley

Whether you’re driving from vineyard to vineyard in the verdant Carmel Valley or lounging on the sandy beach of Carmel-by-the-Sea with an umbrella, Carmel has

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A close-up of a breakfast plate featuring a cheesy vegetable omelette topped with avocado slices, tomatoes, and onions. The side includes crispy hash browns garnished with parsley and an orange slice. A slice of bread and a cup labeled "Cafe" are in the background—truly the best breakfast on the Monterey Peninsula.

Best Breakfast on the Monterey Peninsula

Maybe your destination is the Monterey or Carmel, or maybe you’re just passing through on your way to the Bay Area or SoCal, but one

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A stylish room with white walls and blue accents, reminiscent of the best spa and wellness hotel Santa Barbara offers. It has curved seating with blue cushions, a round table in the center, and a detailed blue and white patterned ceiling with hanging lights. Two white orchids and sheer curtains add elegance to the space.

Best Spa and Wellness Hotels in Santa Barbara

Nourish body and soul in Santa Barbara, where exceptional hotels and resorts offer a respite from the hustle of everyday life. When you pair the region’s tranquil ocean views and temperate climate with luxurious spa treatments and holistic experiences, you will find ultimate rejuvenation.

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