Even the Whales Love Carmel!
Watching watching in Carmel is better than it has been in years. A recent growth in krill has brought a large blue whale population, in addition to humpbacks and dolphins. The extraordinary number of whales is delighting visitors on shore and in special whale watching tours. Why not follow the whales to Carmel for an end of summer celebration?
August in Carmel means the fog is beginning to lift, while visitors and residents alike are enjoying the last of summer and a chance to relax before the school year starts and the busy holiday season ramps up. So, take a cue from the whales and come to Carmel!
A Special Treat for August
Stay with us in August and we will sweeten your stay with a bottle of wine or champagne plus souvenir wine glasses.
So give us a call, or take advantage of our special online rates, to get a great rate on a room. Be sure to mention this eblast promotion when you book your reservation—and have a toast on us!
Remember we have a wide variety of rooms—from balconies, in-room fireplaces or jacuzzis, family-style rooms, pet-friendly rooms and more. Use our online reservation system to find the right room for your stay (please note the August wine promotion in the Comments box), or call to speak with us about your special desires ( and be sure to mention the August promotion).
Romance, aquarium and last minute specials are available (but cannot be combined with our wine/champagne and glasses offer).
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Call 1-800-350-7723 or 831-624-5327.
Local Events for August
Note: If you are coming for whale watching, check out two of our favorite boat tours:
Steinbeck Festival
Saturday / Sunday
August 5 - 8
30th annual presentation of the Steinbeck Festival. This year's theme is Journeys" Steinbeck Around the World
Visit the web site: http://www.steinbeck.org/
Monterey Bay Aquarium Evenings by the Bay
Saturday / Sunday
Throughout August
Summer nights are getting cooler—the Aquarium is open until 8pm on Saturdays and Sundays through September 5. Spend some extra time at your favorite exhibit, grab a bite at the Portola, and enjoy live music.
Call 831-648-4800 or visit the web site.
Scottish Games and Celtic Festival
Saturday / Sunday
August 7 -8
Join in the fun for the 43rd annual festival. Highland dancing, pipe bands, meetings of the clans and the always popular scottish athletic events!
Visit the web site: http://www.montereyscotgames.com/
Pebble Beach Auto Week
Thursday - Sunday
August 11 - 15
Pebble Beach Auto Week begins on Wednesday, August 11, with the opening of exhibits like the Infiniti Journey of Inspiration and the arrival of participants on the Motoring Classic. The Pebble Beach Tour d'Elegance presented by Rolex and the Concours Kickoff Party presented by Jaguar take place on Thursday, August 12, and Pebble Beach RetroAuto opens on Friday, August 13. The Pebble Beach Auction presented by Gooding & Company occurs on Saturday and Sunday, August 14 & 15. And the 60th annual Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance is on Sunday, August 15.
Visit the web site: http://www.pebblebeachconcours.net/pages/3007
Block Party for the Arts
Saturday
August 21
The Carmel Art Association (CAA) is hosting a gala block party to celebrate the arts and local cultural organizations. Dolores Street between 5th and 6th Avenues will be closed off from 10am to 3pm with many activities planned including music, dance, theater, art demonstrations, and more. Cultural organizations will have tables set up along Dolores Street to share their information with the public. The activities will take place both inside and outside the CAA.
La Playa Wine Festival
Saturday
August 21
25 top wineries, featuring many from Napa Valley down through the Central Coast, including:
Opus One • Quintessa • Stags Leap • Jordan • Caymus • Rubicon …and many more
Admission is $35 per person inclusive of tax, 21 years of age and older permitted only. As this event will fill up quickly, advance reservations and pre-payment are required,
and no admission will be sold at the door. Secure your space by calling (831) 624-6476 Ext. 488.
Jewish Food Festival
Sunday
August 29
Enjoy Jewish comfort foods such as potato latkes, kugel, blintzes, corned beef and pastrami sandwiches, tasty home baked challah, rugelach and mandelbrot, and of course, chicken soup. Klezmer music, a Jewish wedding enactment, Israeli folk dancing, sanctuary tours and handmade Israeli and American crafts create a fun, outdoor cultural event for the entire family. For more information, contact Congregation Beth Israel 831-624-2015.
Book Online Now!
Call 1-800-350-7723 or 831-624-5327.
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