California offers the most diverse choices than any other state, even more than most countires. 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.
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.
WIKIVOYAGE: California Page
A great resource for all the basic information you need for California.
VIRTUOSO: My California Information Page
Here is a good place to start for some additional information on quality Hotels and Activities.
Santa Barbara Information Page
Los Angeles – the East Side and DTLA Information Page
Los Angeles – the West Side Information Page
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page updated: November 2022
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