Whale watching season is here and there’s no better place to see these magnificent creatures than the Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary. This great wildlife migration happens every March when groups of Gray whales can be spotted from shore as they journey northward along the coast, completing the last leg of their 14,000-mile annual round-trip.

Let your eye be fooled at the Monterey Museum of Modern Art, as Pam Carroll’s powerfully real work nearly comes to life on the walls. The Monterey Museum of Art has long honored that which is amazing in the historic and the modern, and Ms Carroll’s work is no exception.

We love going to the movies on chilly afternoons – and we bet you do too. In Monterey though, we don’t just go to any theatre – we go to the IMAX. Next time you’re here, drop into IMAX , grab the 3-D glasses and buttered popcorn and explore the stunning world of the Na’vi in the Academy Award-nominated movie ‘Avatar’.

There are only two more days to participate in The Great Treasure Hunt! The Hunters want to pay cold, hard cash for items of value brought to Monterey’s newly opened Hotel Abrego, 9am – 6pm, February 18 and 19.

According to TripAdvisor reviewers, the Spindrift Inn can’t be beat for romance. So, this award winning hotel is offering a “Thank You”… toasted with Champagne and strawberries!

We’re helping love bloom on Valentine’s Day for our Hotel Pacific guests. On that special day we’ll serve complimentary Heller Estate Organic Sparkling Wine and decadent chocolates during our afternoon reception.

Nostalgic romance waits at the Victorian Inn, where Conversation Hearts hope to start you sweet talking this Valentine’s weekend.

Beloved musicians and comedians can make you forget your blues. And they’re coming to the Monterey Peninsula in February – you don’t want to miss legendary rocker Dave Mason and funny man Craig Ferguson at Carmel’s Sunset Center….they’ll help you start Feelin’ Alright!

Watch the pros and celebs tee-up – Bing Crosby’s clambake is back!
When Clint Eastwood issues an invitation, it’s not wise to decline – and he’s inviting you to one of the most famous golf tourneys in the world.
Will you make his day? Are you feeling lucky? ‘Cause here comes the AT&T Pro-Am!

Cupid is making a special stop in Monterey this Valentine’s Day weekend – you don’t want to miss him. Romance abounds…