A visitor's guide written by locals. Insider tips on the best restaurants, hotels, and things to do in Carmel, California.
British singer/songwriter Natasha Bedingfield recently spent a few days in Carmel, posting to Twitter “I had no idea how spectacular it was” and “It’s like New Zealand a bit”:
What do you... 
At first, The Monterey Bay Aquarium’s “Stories of Hope In A Changing Sea” appear secondary to the exhibit’s feathered headliners, but they get more than their fair shake inside the expansive and creatively presented walk-through exhibit, which opens to the general public today. You’ll be excited to discover that the Hot Pink Flamingos are just the beginning —... 
According to this article, people have turned to volunteer vacations because they’ve become restless with typical trips, which consist of “idling away [their] vacation time on a beach or a cruise”, but, “best of all, [they] can save a few bucks.”
I’m a huge advocate of work-study adventures, non-profit ventures and helping out through Habitat for Humanity, but... 
Are travel itineraries and obligations stressing you out? Carmel’s spiritual sanctuaries, centers and gardens will bring you back to your happy place. Get started with these great spots, which run the gamut from alternative to secular, or set aside a schedule-free afternoon and find your own little oases.
The Secret Garden and Pilgrim’s Way Bookstore
The Secret's Out, Get Your Zen... 
Oh deer, they’re friendly. Oh deer, they’re jumping in front of our cars. Oh deer, they’re treating our gardens like breakfast buffets.
California Mule Deer, Exploring Residential Pacific Grove
Local tolerance for The Peninsula’s Mule Deer may be waning, but some of us still love close encounters of the antlered kind, and we bet you will, too. They’re especially common in... 
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