A visitor's guide written by locals. Insider tips on the best restaurants, hotels, and things to do in Carmel, California.
When it’s not too windy, Monterey’s Del Monte Beach is an ideal picnic spot. While you’re there, scope out the local Bay-life. We spotted a Southern Sea Otter yesterday, and followed it with our Flipcam for a couple minutes — check it out!
Southern Sea Otter Video (YouTube)
Sea Otter, Photo Courtesy of TylerCrockerPhotography.com
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