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While much of the country slumbers beneath blankets of winter snow, sunny Monterey County is awake and alive with winter wildlife . Whether it’s the delicate, migratory monarchs, abundant birdlife or those gentle giants...

Natural beauty isn’t the only thing you can admire in Monterey County. With plenty of galleries and notable monthly art walks, the region is perfect for lovers of art and culture. Here are some of the galleries and tours...

Taste your way around the globe right here in Monterey County! Whether you’re looking to appease a craving for savory paella, addictive chow mein or an authentic lasagna, Monterey has just the fare for you! Asian...

Monterey County’s unofficial mascot and arguably most popular resident, the sea otter, can be found up and down the coast. Otters definitely have the “awww” factor going for them, but there is much more to them than just...

Ahoy mateys! The tall ship Lady Washington that made a guest appearance on Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl is coming to Monterey! Lucky pirates in training can set sail on a two-hour tour aboard...

The best way to experience the magic of the Monterey Bay is by exploring the blue waters of the Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary . From tides pools and coastal wetlands to kelp forests and a deep submarine canyon,...

Vow to do more this year and check off some items from your bucket list! Get a head start in Monterey County with everything from skydiving to horseback riding. Here are a just a few “bucket list worthy” moments to get...

Towering rock spires, sweeping coastal views, architectural marvels and some of the Monterey Peninsula’s last undeveloped wildlands. Discover them all when you explore the rich and diverse landscapes you find only in...

Clam chowder is a basically its own food group in Monterey County. Dozens of restaurants on Cannery Row, Old Fisherman’s Wharf and throughout the Monterey Peninsula offer this filling comfort food and choosing where to...

Monterey moments are one-of-a-kind. Within the course of a day you can find yourself going from total bliss, to warm fuzzy feelings, to being absolutely amazed! Here’s our top picks for some of the best “ahhh” “awe” and...