Take a walk down memory lane with us to visit the gorgeous sights of Carmel-by-the-Sea and stay tuned for our full Jet Setter feature in our upcoming SUMMER issue, delivered in July.

The view from dining at California Market in the Highlands Carmel hotel, overlooking the cliffs of Big Sur and the Pacific Ocean.

Treat yourself to homemade cheesecake at California Market.

While staying at La Playa Carmel, take in all the senses in the beautiful courtyard of the historic inn.

From your room at La Playa Carmel, enjoy the sunset over the Pacific.

At La Playa Carmel, you can take your complimentary breakfast buffet outside on the patio to enjoy fresh air.

Reserve cruiser bikes to enjoy exploring the city of Carmel.

Take a walk or a jog on the 1-mile Carmel Beach, along with the myriad of dogs that you’ll see there.

The surf is gorgeous on Carmel Beach!

There’s a walking/running/biking loop along the Pacific in Carmel that’s one-way and this might be the most outstanding left turn in America!

Drive to Monterrey to have dinner at Jack’s in the Portola Hotel and don’t leave without dessert.

The swim center at Pebble Beach Golf Club—not a bad way to swim laps.

The view from the outside patio at The Bench restaurant at Pebble Beach Golf Club.

The one and only Bread Balloon at The Bench.

The fabulous backdrop of Quail Lodge & Golf Club.

By Marika Flatt

Photo Credit: Marika Flatt