While last summer’s buzzword was “staycation” — with most families hunkered down under their own roofs — the summer of 2021 brings deep sighs of relief.
It’s finally time to travel, and no place on the planet offers a wider range of fun summer options than the region surrounding Monterey Bay. I for one is up for this location to visit. I have been to Monterey Bay and
here is the short list of why Monterey Bay is the place to visit this summer: Cool ocean breezes, warm valleys, sandy, sun-splashed beaches, rugged trails, verdant golf courses, award-winning vineyards, world-class dining, an eclectic events calendar.
The best way to enjoy this rich bounty is from an idyllic vacation rental — by the week or by the month — from Sanctuary Vacation Rentals.
Sanctuary makes it easy to find the perfect getaway home that will nurture body, mind and spirit — while providing the perfect jumping off point to savor all the delights of the scenic Central Coast. Sanctuary’s unique vacation homes, many with stunning ocean views, invoke a sense of peace and harmony, allowing guests to relax and have fun, as well as to revitalize and reconnect with one another.
How could you not get excited about these offerings:
Attractions
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Home to the stunning Monterey Bay Aquarium (now open after a long pandemic closure), the Monterey Peninsula is defined by its beautiful bay teeming with sea life.
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Otters frolic in plain view, and whales visit these waters year round. Step on a charter boat between May and October and you might see blue whales, which can be more than 30 metres long.
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The city of Monterey is also steeped in history, full of expertly restored adobe buildings from California’s Spanish and Mexican periods. Brought to life in works by novelist John Steinbeck, Cannery Row is a treasure trove of shops, bars and restaurants. And nothing beats a bowl of clam chowder on Fisherman’s Wharf.
Great outdoors
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Monterey Bay is a premier destination for those who love the outdoors. Biking, hiking, walking, boating, paddle-boarding, kayaking, hang gliding and animal watching are just a few of the activities that lure visitors.
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Some prefer to just comb the dog-friendly beaches, or enjoy the smaller sea life in the rich tidepools. Others want to walk while chasing a little white ball. The golf courses here are legendary, including the world’s most famous public course — Pebble Beach Golf Links.
Events
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While the pandemic washed out many of the planned events last year, it’s looking up for 2021. Plan now for the return of the Monterey International Blues Festival in June and the historic Monterey Jazz Festival in September.
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There’s the Artichoke Festival, the Scottish Games and Celtic Festival, the Carmel Bach Festival, Pacific Grove’s Feast of Lanterns, Sand City West End Celebration, Turkish Arts and Culture Festival, and the legendary Concours d’Elegance, which kicks off Classic Car Week throughout the Peninsula. Check the calendar at www.seemonterey.com for up-to-date information.
The Monterey Bay is a summer vacation dream, a paradise that needs to be explored. Sanctuary Vacation Rentals can help you get up close and personal to everything this region has to offer.
Find out more at www.sanctuaryvacationrentals.