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In Monterey County, there are 45,000 acres of
premium vineyards and 80-plus wineries. It has
99 miles of stunning coastline, a world famous
aquarium, and over 20 golf courses, including the
famed Pebble Beach Golf Links. In the city there’s
Old Fisherman’s Wharf with seafood and chow-
der vendors, boutiques, restaurants, whale
watching tours, sailing, and fishing charters.
There’s a lot to see and experience in Monterey.
(Sadly, the Aquarium was closed because of the
pandemic). We had only one full day and easily
packed it full with fun and informative activities.
Our hotel arranged a morning e-bike ride to Can-
nery Row and along the famed scenic coastal
road, 17-Mile Drive. After lunch, we headed off
on a private wine tasting tour of the Salinas Val-
ley. The following morning, as we headed out of
town, we would board a boat at Moss Landing for
whale watching.

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