Santa Cruz & Monterey Attractions

The first Festival began in 1935 with Ernst Bacon as guest conductor. In 1938, Gastone Usigli was named conductor, leading the Festival until his death... More about Carmel Bach Festival

This historic Mission has been renovated to it's previous glory as both a Catholic Mission and now a thriving parish and school. The Basilica reflects... More about Carmel Mission Basilica

In the late 1970's, Bob and Patty Brower set out to fulfill their dream. Originally from the East Coast, they had a passion for wine and admired the French... More about Chateau Julien Winery

Lisa Bryan captures the Artist spirit of Carmel with her Sketches of Carmel & Carmel – A Treasure by the Sea Sketchbook & Map of Carmel

Over the past 52 years the Sports Car Racing Association of the Monterey Peninsula (SCRAMP) has been an active and highly visible part of the Monterey... More about Mazda Laguna Seca Raceway

The Monterey Aquarium was founded by Julie Packard from the family of HP in Palo Alto. To her benefit, she has established this organization as a world-reknown... More about Monterey Bay Aquarium