Hidden jewel of the California coastline, Carmel nestles itself snugly between beach and hillside with picturesque cottages, antique shops, dog-friendly dining and magnificent night air.
Stay at - The Highlands Inn
Go shopping - Downtown Carmel
Eat at - Pacific's Edge Restaurant at The Highlands Inn
Take side trips to -Monterrey
Big Sur
San Francisco
Be sure to visit - Carmel Mission
Pebble Beach
Best time of year to go - late April or early May
Best things to buy - Antiques, collectibles, tableware, linens, gourmet, dog couture
Best indulgence - Dinner a deux at La Boheme Restaurant (which sadly, has now closed)
Fly into - San Francisco (SFO)
Transportation - Rent a car and drive down the Pacific Coast Highway through Monterrey to Carmel
