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The Golden State

California offers the most diverse choices than any other state, even more than most countries. City breaks, coastal trips, desert escapes, epic road trips, and mountain adventures… you can easily mix and match a variety of experiences in one incredible itinerary.

THE INN AT MATTEI’S TAVERN
Los Olivos

The renovation of the Inn in the charming town of Los Olivos makes a wonderful addition to the Santa Ynez Valley.

From its earliest incarnation, in 1886 as a popular stagecoach stop to its years as a surreptitious hangout through Prohibition, The Inn at Mattei’s Tavern has long held a fabled place in Central Coast lore. Revered and raucously enjoyed for generations, the beloved landmark opens a new chapter in Winter 2023 as the definitive luxury destination in the Santa Ynez Valley.

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My Virtuoso California Information Page
Here is a good place to start for some additional information on quality Hotels, Water Adventures and Activities.

VIRTUOSO: From beachside hikes to flourishing farmers markets, Monterey has a few secrets to share.
Mention Monterey, California, and a highlight reel of must-sees comes to mind: the Monterey Bay Aquarium; the waterfront and Old Fisherman’s Wharf, which inspired novelist John Steinbeck; and the Pacific Ocean, cherished by nature lovers, artists, and hopeless romantics.

VIRTUOSO: The Mexican restaurants, British bakeries, and burgeoning wineries…
helping to put this cool coastal enclave on the culinary map. Travelers likely know Monterey County for its stunning coastline – no coastal road trip through California is complete without stops in Monterey and Carmel-by-the-Sea. But beyond those Pacific-facing perches, the sprawling county stretches inland to reveal a vibrant history, rolling vineyards, and an emerging restaurant scene in the city of Salinas.