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  • LODGING
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  • FOOD & DRINK
  • EVENTS
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  • THE RIGHT PATH
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  • LUXURY
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Big Sur

Soulful.
Breathtaking.
Untamed.

Carmel Valley

Warm.
Rustic.
Relaxed.

Carmel-By-The-SEA

Artistic.
Whimsical.
Epicurean.

Marina

Diverse.
Coastal.
Evolving.

Monterey

Iconic.
Historic.
Trailblazing.

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mOss Landing

Marine.
Wild.
Curious.

Pacific grove beach

Pacific Grove

Classic.
Coastal.
Connected.

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Pebble Beach

Legendary.
Luxurious.
Pristine.

Salinas

Grounded.
Vibrant.
Visionary.

Salinas Valley

salinas Valley

Open.
Abundant.
Genuine.

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Sand City

Edgy.
Expressive.
Creative.

This is an image a couple of people running on a path in Laguna Grande Park in Seaside, California

Seaside

Bold.
Genuine.
Rising.

  • HOTELS
  • RESORTS
  • MOTELS
  • BED & BREAKFASTS
  • INNS & LODGES
  • CAMPGROUNDS & RV PARKS

Take The Right Path

A little planning goes a long way. Help protect Monterey County by allowing extra travel time, carpooling when possible, parking responsibly, and respecting local communities.

  • Animals & Wildlife
    • Monterey Bay Aquarium
    • Whale Watching
    • Sea Otter Watching
    • Tide Pooling
    • Monarch Butterflies
    • Birding
    • Animal-Spotting Locations
    • Monterey Zoo & Exotic Animals
  •  Hiking
  • Attractions & Tours
  • Outdoor Activities
    • Biking
    • Kayaking
    • Fishing
    • Golfing
    • Horseback Riding
    • Sailing
    • Surfing
  • Parks
  • Beaches
  • Shopping
  • Spas
  • Family Activities
  • Nightlife
  • Arts & Culture
    • Museums
    • Galleries
    • Performing Arts
    • Literary Sites
  • History & Heritage
    • Monterey 1000
  • Wine Tasting

Take the Art Lover's Path

From the mural-lined streets of Salinas to the world-class galleries of Carmel-by-the-Sea, the arts are truly at home in Monterey County.

  • Events This Weekend
  • Annual Events
  • Monterey Car Week 2026
Classic cars on display outdoors in the plaza in front of Monterey's Old Fisherman's Wharf

Summer Annual Events

The days are longer, and the event calendar is fuller during summer, including Monterey Car Week! Discover popular events by season and things to do during your visit.

  • Meetings
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  • Restaurants
    • Michelin Rated Restaurants
    • Sustainable Seafood
  • Farmers Markets
  • Wineries & Tasting Rooms
  • Breweries

Take the Right Path

A little planning goes a long way. Help protect Monterey County by allowing extra travel time, carpooling when possible, parking responsibly, and respecting local communities.

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  • Getting to Monterey
  • Itineraries
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Take The Right Path

A little planning goes a long way. Help protect Monterey County by allowing extra travel time, carpooling when possible, parking responsibly, and respecting local communities.

  • Destinations
    • Big Sur
    • Carmel Valley
    • Carmel-by-the-Sea
    • Marina
    • Monterey
    • Moss Landing
    • Pacific Grove
    • Pebble Beach
    • Salinas
    • Salinas Valley
    • Sand City
    • Seaside
  • Lodging
    • Hotels
    • Campgrounds & RV Parks
    • Resorts
    • Motels
    • Bed & Breakfasts
    • Inns & Lodges
  • Things to do
    • Attractions & Tours
    • Outdoor Activities
      •  Hiking
      • Biking
      • Kayaking
      • Fishing
      • Golfing
      • Golfing
      • Horseback Riding
      • Sailing
      • Surfing
    • Parks
    • Beaches
    • Shopping
    • Spas
    • Family Activities
    • Nightlife & Entertainment
    • Local Insider Tips
    • Arts & Culture
      • Museums
      • Galleries
      • Performing Arts
      • Literary Sites
    • History and Heritage
      • Monterey 1000
    • Animals & Wildlife
      • Bird Watching
      • Whale Watching
      • Sea Otter Watching
      • Monarch Butterflies
      • Tide Pooling
      • Animal-Spotting Locations
      • Exotic Animals
  • Food & Drink
    • Restaurants
    • Farmers Markets
    • Michelin Rated Restaurant
    • Wineries and Tasting Rooms
    • Beer & Craft Breweries
  • Events
    • Events This Weekend

    • Annual Events
    • Monterey Car Week 2026
  • Plan Your Visit
    • Travel Updates
    • Webcams
    • Deals & Specials
    • Blog
    • Itineraries
    • Transportation Services
    • Visitor Services
  • The Right Path
  • Meetings
  • Luxury

Vanessa Parra

As the Group Marketing Specialist at the Monterey County Convention and Visitors Bureau, she works closely with the Marketing and Business Development teams in promoting our all-inspired destination to meeting planners. In her free time, you will likely find her trying beachfront restaurants, relaxing at a Carmel Valley winery, and enjoying long walks along Asilomar State Beach with her familia. Her mantra is, "Life is always better at the beach!"

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