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The aroma from the fresh-roasted coffee and baked goods will draw you into this shop. An honor system is used to pay for all self-serve coffee. Help yourself to the coffee of your choice and then place cash in the collection bu... more
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Tor House, one of the most prominent attractions in Carmel, was the home of poet Robinson Jeffers and his family from 1918 to 1978. This piece of property located on Carmel Point, with an absolutely breathtaking view of the coa... more
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Laguna Seca Recreation Area is a scenic park offering magnificent views of the Salinas Valley and hillsides. Managed by the Monterey County Parks Department, the park offers camping facilities in its serene environment. The par... more
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This is one of the best designed aquariums going. A unique feature is the two-story tank, home to a kelp forest in which swim sunfish, sharks, and the occasional diver tasked with squeegeeing the algae off the tank walls. Sand... more
Real Travelers who've been here
Mike Ram said
… can see.Attractions like the Monterey Bay Aquarium (one of the largest and most impressive… continue reading »
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Also known as Mission Carmel Basilica and more formally, as Mission San Carlos Borromeo del Rio Carmelo, this was the second of the nine missions founded by Father Junipero Serra. The area was originally chosen for its agricult... more
Real Travelers who've been here
Johnny G said
… to the Carmel Mission, then back down to the beach. The famed "Pebble Beach Golf Links" are at the edge… continue reading »
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Classic cars, weird martini glasses, delicatessen artifacts, and several other cheesy twists on pop art can be found at this haven of the graphic designer gone awry. The artist, Dan Koffman, has been through decades of graphic... more
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This ranch provides several levels of guided tours on horseback, rides for kids, and several degrees of lessons. You can be a beginner or totally experienced, it does not matter. The scenery is majestic and at the 400-acre coun... more
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The proprietor of this store traversed Asia for nearly three decades to bring the American public an incredible selection of artifacts from every possible nook and cranny of that continent. Upon crossing the threshold of this p... more
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After a hectic week, all one can crave for is a peaceful day off, away from the hustle and bustle of the city. And what could provides for this better than the Spa at the Bernardus Lodge. Nestled in the green environs of Carmel... more
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A strong sense of community is the driving force behind this small but highly reputed theater company. Its children's production company is one of the best in the area, while its Main Stage division presents everything from cla... more
Carmel Valley Travel Experiences
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Day 6, Mile 3,250
Well folks, just about the end of the story. Last stop on my list of "things to do" was to visit the London Bridge. For those... Continue reading »
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Napa Valley, San Jose, Big Sur
After climbing out of the 1300 year-old redwood trees, Arina and Seumas drilled the locals of Calistoga for where they could find REAL, s... Continue reading »
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Big Sur Coast - Days 47 and 48
So down the coast we went. And what a drive it was. Wow. If you've never done the Big Sur drive, it's a must. Our... Continue reading »
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...Tyler
So Meg and I ended up leaving the most beautiful place in America...Yosemite. Before we left, we stopped at Glacier Point which happened... Continue reading »
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Didn't get to see Clint :)
After leaving Monterey we headed out again through Carmel. We drove the "17-mile Drive" which was beautiful and is where the famous... Continue reading »
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