Just in time for the spring break season, hotels in Monterey are offering packages that provide fun, budget-friendly new ways to experience the California coast. These are just a few of the latest offers. InterContinental The Clement Monterey The Best Flexible With Breakfast Package bundles an overnight room or suite stay with breakfast for two […]

In April, individuals in more than 190 countries worldwide will commemorate Earth Day. While many of us will pause to appreciate the world’s plants, animals, natural landscapes and marine wonders, the celebration doesn’t have to end there. On Cannery Row, visitors can experience nature in surprising ways throughout the year. Here are seven only-in-Monterey ways […]

Millennials are booking trips based on opportunities to indulge in local flavors and immerse themselves in outdoor adventure, reports the website MillennialTraveller.com. A recent article explores several other trends related to this increasingly influential generation of travelers. Referencing discussions from the New York Times Travel Show, the article notes that 58 percent of American Millennials […]

With leisurely summer days lingering just around the corner, many parents are starting to outline seasonal family adventures. Before you pack the kids in the car and head out for summer vacation, however, why not schedule a weekend getaway for two? Monterey promises unforgettable options for couples interested in luxury, relaxation, recreation or romance. Kick-start […]

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 […]