Disclosure: This post was sponsored by J. Lohr Vineyards & Wines; all opinions are my own. A few weeks back I had the opportunity to meet Kristen Barnhisel, who is the white winemaker for J. Lohr Vineyards & Wine. She showed us around the impressive new J. Lohr winery and cellars in Greenfield. Kristen and […]
Monterey County
Monterey Bay Aquarium: One of the Best Aquariums in the World
The Monterey Bay Aquarium, located on California’s Central Coast, is widely regarded as one of the best aquariums in the world. I haven’t been to them all, of course, but I can easily say that the Monterey Bay Aquarium is the best I have been to. While it can be pricey for a family, it […]
Monterey State Historic Park in Downtown Monterey
Monterey State Historic Park is a collection of notable buildings right near Fishermans Wharf in Monterey. Exploring them is a fun way to spend an hour in the city, by walking around and visiting the dozen or so spots scattered around Downtown Monterey. The hours vary, and usually some are open and some aren’t. Even when they […]
Old Fishermen’s Grotto: Awesome Clam Chowder in Monterey
While Cannery Row is the central area that people gravitate to in Monterey, the Old Fisherman’s Wharf is well worth the visit. It is mainly a collection of candy shops, restaurants, and bars, all with their own unique style and a few of which I often frequent. My favorite though has to be Fisherman’s Grotto. […]
Point Sur Lighthouse Tour in Big Sur
Ever since the first time I drove Highway 1 along the Big Sur coast, I have been intrigued by the small lighthouse on the hill that you see as you head north. The lighthouse is only accessible via a guided tour on the weekends though, so it wasn’t until recently that I was finally in […]