Monterey Bay Travel Guide
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In the good life of Monterey Bay's coast-side towns, in the pleasures of its luxurious resorts, and in the vitality of its resplendent marine habitat, this piece of California shows off its natural appeal. The abundance is nothing new: an abiding current of plenty runs through the many histories of the region. Military buffs see it in centuries' worth of battles for control of the rich territory. John Steinbeck saw it in the success of a community built on the elbow grease of farm laborers in the Salinas Valley and fishermen along Cannery Row. Biologists see it in the ocean's potential as a more sustainable source of food.
Monterey Bay Hotels
Monterey-area accommodations range from no-frills motels to luxurious hotels. Pacific Grove, amply endowed with ornate Victorian houses, has quietly turned...read more
Monterey Bay Restaurants
Between San Francisco and Los Angeles, some of the finest dining to be found is around Monterey Bay. The surrounding waters are full of fish, wild game...read more
Fodor's Choice
Things To Do in Monterey Bay
Explore the best sights, entertainment, and shopping with our top choices and insider tips.
Travel Deals in Monterey Bay
- $109* -- Chicago Fares to/from Los Angeles (each way) Virgin America
- $224 -- SoCal: Catalina Island Hotel w/Ferry Ticket & Tours Santa Catalina Island Company
- $129 -- San Jose 4-Diamond Hotel over Weekends (Reg. $239) San Jose Marriott
- 21-Nt Luxe Tahiti & Hawaii Cruise to San Fran w/Air Oceania Cruises
Monterey Bay Experiences
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Marine life: Monterey Bay is home to the world's third-largest marine sanctuary, home to whales, otters, and other underwater creatures.... Read more
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Arriving:· Forums Trip Reports
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Seeking a girlfriend getaway, I flew from Altanta to LA and met up with my girl friend who drove up from San Diego.
Stayed at Beach House Hotel in Hermosa Beach. Lovely location RIGHT on the beach, friendly Read more -
Palm Desert marks our 25th home exchange, about 2 hours east of our Southern California home, however the change in location is dramatic, from a beach community to a desert resort. Read more
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Well, DH is wanting to go to Lake Tahoe again, and also to catch the Outhouse races in Virginia City. Read more
