As new flowers spring into bloom outside, this is a great time of year to freshen up your interior living spaces. It’s the traditional spring-cleaning season, of course, but cleaning can be about more than just doing away with the old. Adding a new piece of art, some custom-crafted candles, a colorful lighting fixture or […]

With the summer travel season just around the corner, it’s the time of year to start planning family getaways. Dollar Car Rental explored what inspires parents and children as they decide where to spend their long, leisurely vacation days, and the company shared some of the latest summer travel trends on its website. In addition […]

As popular tourism destinations and urban centers around the globe grapple with long lines and crowded streets, some travelers are looking to smaller cities for their own vacations. A recent Yahoo News article that chronicled top travel-related Pinterest search terms noted a 267-percent increase in the number of searches for “small-town travel.” “Travelers are seeking […]

Craft beverages will be big this year, according to results from the National Restaurant Association’s What’s Hot survey. More than 650 American Culinary Federation-member chefs shared insight for the report, which uncovered several drink-related trends. From house-roasted craft coffee to refreshing rosè cider, demand for interesting and unique options will only continue to expand in […]

In a recent article exploring current travel trend forecasts, Forbes.com predicts that something small will be big in 2019. Rather than spending vacation time on one extensive trip, Americans are breaking their travels into smaller getaways. “Planning a big, extended vacation can be extremely stressful. This is why ‘travelers are ditching weeklong summer vacations in […]

Though experiential travel isn’t new, experts expect demand to continue growing in the year ahead. “Travel with experiences at the core was one of 2018’s major travel trends, but 2019 will take it even further,” says a recent Elle.com article that surveyed information from Booking.com.  “Almost two thirds of travelers (60 percent) value experiences higher […]

Set along scenic coastline framed by forests and farm fields, the Monterey Peninsula is one of California’s most picturesque destinations. Some of the area’s especially spectacular coastline stretches between the city of Monterey and its namesake bay. Sea otters and harbor seals splash along the shoreline here, fast-growing kelp sways below the surface, and sunshine […]

There’s a very simple reason Monterey County is the country’s #1 Chardonnay-growing region. The reason is readily apparent from almost every vantage point along Cannery Row – it’s the cold, deep waters of Monterey Bay! The Bay’s cooling winds and fog extend far inland, blanketing the area’s vineyards and creating perfect conditions for growing America’s […]

As event planners and conference managers outline events for the upcoming holiday season and key gatherings, many will look for fresh new venues, activities and themes to inspire and reward attendees. With an exciting mix of ballrooms, boardrooms, hotels, restaurants and activities all within in a convenient, walkable coastal neighborhood, Cannery Row promises compelling options […]

With a rooftop hot tub, private balconies, convenient beach access and a prime location along the Monterey Bay Marine Sanctuary, the Monterey Bay Inn has long been a favorite of nature lovers and active travelers. Now, the 49-room Cannery Row property makes outdoor recreation even more enticing with the new Adventure Package. Starting at just […]