If you’re lucky enough to have tickets for the U.S. Open, you’re probably starting to plan your Monterey stay. Forget about fighting the traffic to and from Pebble Beach and parking woes. The Monterey Express Shuttle is the way to go!

Brand - That’s all big companies and teensy start-ups talk about. But what does it really mean and how is a brand built to last in these fast-moving times? Find out at the upcoming Sustainable Brands Conference, June 7-10, at the Monterey Conference Center.

Cannery Row is throwing its seventh annual rockin’ block party and you’re on the invitation list. On Sunday, June 6 enjoy a day on the coast with live musical and family entertainment, 11am-5pm. Just bring a can of food for Monterey County’s Food Bank and you’re in.

The Monterey Peninsula’s prickly, but delicious artichoke gets it day in the sun with a two day extravaganza in Castroville on May 15 and 16. The Fest includes a classic car show, wine tasting, artichokes served every way you can think of (and some you didn’t), the crowning of the 2010 Artichoke King and Queen and much more!

Missed the window to pre-register for the Big Sur Marathon? Don’t despair! Last minute registration for this internationally renowned event takes place in downtown Monterey, April 23rd and 24th.

Meet Angus, the winner of our March ‘Love Me, Love My Dog’ photo contest benefitting the SPCA. Here’s how one enjoys his guest room at Monterey’s Victorian Inn…

Ocean lovers rejoice! One of the world’s best places for marine science research and education is opening its doors to the public April 17 and 18. For free!

Now that we’ve ‘Sprung forward’ into daylight saving time, the evenings get longer – which means you have more time to enjoy Monterey’s gorgeous bay, beaches and parks. Ride your bike on the coastal Rec Trail or paddle your kayak a little longer on our warm, glorious evenings. But what’s behind ‘Spring forward, Fall back’ besides a confused internal clock?

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.