Monterey and Big Sur are a patchwork of communities each with their own vibe that extend well beyond the stunning film locations. A haven for creative spirits and kindred souls, the rugged cliffs and the sheer power of the waves inspired Hunter S. Thompson, Henry Miller, Jack Kerouac, Alanis Morissette, the Red Hot Chili Peppers, and all the greatest artists, authors, and musicians of our generation, keen on paying respect to the raw, rugged nature. You can actually feel the reverberations in the air as Monterey has become a sort of refuge for those seeking something – direction, inspiration, a sign. People return year after year in hopes of finding meaning in the place where the ocean blends effortlessly into the sky.

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Featured Members:

  • Old Fisherman's Wharf
  • Monterey Bay Aquarium
  • Paluca Trattoria
  • Twisted Roots
  • Pebble Beach Company
  • The Sardine Factory
  • National Steinbeck Center
  • Lucia Restaurantat at Bernardus Lodge & Spa
  • Bernardus Lodge & Spa
  • Vesuvio Restaurant
  • Nepenthe
  • Montrio
  • Sunset Lounge at Hyatt Carmel Highlands
  • C Restauant + Bar at The Intercontinental The Clement
  • Deetjen's Big Sur
  • Lighthouse Lodge & Cottages
  • Hotel Pacific