While luxury travel might call to mind posh suites and traditional turndown service, modern travelers have wider expectations. “I think of today’s luxury traveler as a curious traveler,” said Marc Dardenne, interim CEO of Jumeirah Group, in a recent Skift.com article. “Before, we wanted consistency in luxury, but now we want to be enriched in […]

Artists of all kinds have taken inspiration from the coastline, characters and culture of Cannery Row. John Steinbeck’s novel of the same name put a fictional spin on life in the district’s canning heyday, of course. And, plenty of painters, photographers and others have found themselves enchanted by the neighborhood’s dramatic shores and dynamic structures. […]

Monterey’s old Ocean View Boulevard was once the heart of the area’s fishing industry. Canneries and processing plants lined the waterfront lane in the early 1900s, and the district bustled with workers, boats and whistles signaling the start and end of each shift. This world inspired John Steinbeck’s acclaimed 1945 novel, Cannery Row. Born in […]

Rocky coastline, windswept beaches and lush, tree-studded hills make the Monterey Peninsula a picturesque destination that’s popular with nature lovers, photographers and travelers simply looking to disconnect. Tucked on a scenic stretch of waterfront in the heart of this spectacular region, Cannery Row promises the pedestrian-friendly convenience of an urban getaway—but in a setting rich […]

Social media tools have changed how a number of travelers plan their trips. For many of us, destination research is inspired by Instagram browsing sessions and we crowd-source restaurant suggestions from Facebook friends. In fact, a report by MDG Advertising, a marketing firm in Florida and New York, says that a third of U.S. travelers […]

As summer winds down, you may be looking for ideas for an end-of-summer gathering or party. Why not think outside the box, try something unique, but also highly entertaining and stimulating? Consider Escape Room 831 on Wave Street, just above and behind The Whaling Station restaurant. It’s the ideal spot for a group of friends, […]

Amid a sea of headlines touting social media’s impact on daily life is an August 2018 Guardian piece exploring the opposite. “Logged off: meet the teens who refuse to use social media” looks at why some members of Britain’s Generation Z (individuals born after 1995) are taking a break from social media. Raised in a […]

John Steinbeck’s 1945 novel “Cannery Row” put Monterey’s famous sardine-canning street in the spotlight, immortalizing fictional characters like Doc Ricketts and local grocer Lee Chong. The book also inspired a 1982 film featuring Nick Nolte and Debra Winger, plus countless magazine articles exploring the district’s evolution. Today, Cannery Row is one of Monterey’s most popular […]

With an array of award-winning restaurants serving everything from casual snacks to splurge-worthy classics to local wines and sophisticated small plates, Cannery Row’s culinary scene promises memorable options for every budget and taste. Here is your guide to the district’s offerings. Fun for families Perched above the scenic Monterey Bay, El Torito dishes up Mexican […]

For over 61 years, the Monterey Jazz Festival has brought a dynamic group of performers and spectator to Monterey, making it an especially appealing time to mix and mingle with fellow music fans. Here are four simple tips for making the most of your festival experience. 1. Skip the driving and parking by taking the […]