Area Guide

Santa Cruz, San Benito and Monterey Counties are dotted with historic cities, beautiful towns, wind-swept beaches and rolling hills. We invite you to explore our beautiful Monterey Bay area. You are sure to find the ideal spot for your next big event.

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Big Sur

As an outdoorsman’s dream since the mid 1800’s, Big Sur is a great place for your “California Adventure”. An event in Big Sur will include the following: great food, gorgeous scenery, personal service and the most amazing ocean views you can imagine. When you and your guests peer out at the pacific horizon for the first time you’ll know why Big Sur was the only choice for you.

 

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Capitola

Capitola is a small coastal town on California’s Monterey Bay. The town was pioneered in the late 1800′s first as a lumber port and later as a vacation resort. Capitola’s beach is embraced between two cliffs in a river valley.The river, Soquel Creek, is the site of the annual Begonia Festival where flower laden floats grace the river for a weekend in September. The Esplanade is a wonderful stroll in the village of Capitola, along a row of restaurants, historic homes and small shops passing by the vistas of Monterey Bay and the beach.

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Carmel

Elegance should be the first word that comes to mind when you think of Carmel. The architecture is amazing, the food is fantastic, and the shops are spectacular.When you plan an event in Carmel you know you will be getting the utmost in distinction and quality and you can be assured that it will be a very special occasion.

 

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Carmel Valley

Nestled between two of California’s most beautiful mountain ranges lies Carmel Valley. Like some others valleys in California, Carmel Valley produces some of the world’s greatest wines.However, no other place in the world has the same feel, the same beauty or the same hospitality as Carmel Valley.

 

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King City South

Southern Monterey County offers a whole new perspective on the Central Coast. If you are looking to get out of the fog, this is the place to be.Almost all year round. Southern Monterey County days are warm and pleasant and the nights are breezy and cool. Take the time to check out south county and see how perfect a day can be.

 

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Middle Bay

At the heart of our beautiful Bay area are the towns that make Monterey, San Benito and Santa Cruz counties tick.From Watsonville’s green acres, to Moss Landing’s village charm and from Castroville’s world famous artichoke to Marina’s beautiful Beaches, there is a whole lot to see and do in the center of it all.

 

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Monterey

Monterey’s temperate climate, stunning views and rich history make it the perfect spot for an unforgettable event. Beachfront ceremonies and corporate functions overlooking the bay are an everyday occurrence in this bustling coastal town.After your big event you’ll enjoy Monterey’s remarkable architecture, sundrenched beaches and famous nightlife.

 

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Salinas

Salinas is the agricultural center of the Monterey Bay area. Its rolling hills and majestic mountain views make it a photographers dream. Just imagine enjoying a meal of locally grown fruits, veggies and meats overlooking acres and acres of beauty.Salinas is a great place to celebrate California style, because it embodies everything that California is.

 

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San Benito County

As home to two of Monterey Bay’s most historic and beautiful towns, San Juan Bautista and Hollister, San Benito County is one of the crown jewels of our area.Agriculture, golf and wineries are the biggest draw to this beautiful area, but the dining, nightlife and community events are a another big reason to host your next special occasion in San Benito County.

 

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Santa Cruz

The San Lorenzo Valley is a region of Santa Cruz County, California. It has a reputation for beautiful scenery and quaint towns, which run through Highway 9 and the San Lorenzo River, down through the Mountains into the city of Santa Cruz.Much of the river valley is rural and wooded. At its Northern end is Big Basin Redwoods State Park.

 

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The Santa Cruz Mountains

The San Lorenzo Valley is a region of Santa Cruz County, California. It has a reputation for beautiful scenery and quaint towns, which run through Highway 9 and the San Lorenzo River, down through the Mountains into the city of Santa Cruz.Much of the river valley is rural and wooded. At its Northern end is Big Basin Redwoods State Park.

 

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Wine Country

From the Santa Cruz Mountains to the Santa Lucia Highlands, Monterey, San Benito and Santa Cruz Counties are world renown for their amazing wines.Quaint towns like Ben Lomand and Greenfield are all around the Monterey Bay area and are the perfect spots for your next intimate get together. While you are there, have some wine!