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 […]

A travel trends survey by Booking.com reports that nearly one in five people plan to incorporate health and wellness into this year’s travel plans. That’s nearly double the amount outlining health-themed trips just one year ago. Walking tops the list of popular wellness activities, with 56 percent of survey recipients planning to explore destinations on […]

With summer wrapping up and shorter days just ahead, Monterey County’s grape growers are preparing for another busy harvest season. More than 40 different varietals are grown locally, thanks to microclimates that create ideal growing conditions for both reds and whites. Approximately 85 vintners and growers operate at Monterey County’s 175 vineyards. The sheer volume […]

What does “adventure travel” mean to you? For some, it’s climbing distant peaks or parachuting from a plane. For others, adventure simply means discovering an under-the-radar destination. The Intrepid Adventure Travel Index survey explores what motivates adventure travelers by asking a simple question: Why do we chase adventure? The Australia-based study uncovered some of the […]

In 1908, decades before Cannery Row became a buzzing destination that draws some four million guests annually, the Pacific Fish Company established a location along the old Ocean View Boulevard. Similar operations followed, and the local fishing industry flourished. By 1918, the district produced 1.4 million cases of sardines. At the height of Monterey’s sardine […]