Gabrielle & Thomas
Things To Do
17 Mile Drive
Iconic stretch of drive along the coast - With a few spots to pull off + explore. Check out the site for more details.
Big Sur Hiking + Trails
Some of our favorite forest and ocean/cliffside hikes of all time. We highly recommend a trip out to Big Sur. Our favorites are: - Tan Bark Trail + Tin House Loop - Partington Cove - Limekiln Reserve - Pfeiffer Falls - Andrew Molera State Park
Point Lobos State Natural Reserve
Beautiful nature reserve in Carmel - Arrive early if going on a weekend!
The Inn at Spanish Bay
Great restaurants and outdoor lounge at The Inn at Spanish Bay, Pebble Beach. Highly recommend stopping for a drink or meal at Roy's, the Bench, etc.
Nepenthe
Beautiful views at this restaurant + shop alongside Highway 1 in Big Sur - A Big Sur classic
Deetjen’s Big Sur Inn
Amazing breakfasts + dinners in Big Sur. A vintage-feel inn hidden in the Redwoods along Highway 1 - Tom and I have stayed here numerous times
Alila Ventana Big Sur
Beautiful hotel in Big Sur with a great restaurant overlooking the coast we recommend stopping by for drinks or lunch. More details on their site.
Lafayette Bakery & Cafe
Great cafe and bakery in downtown Carmel-by-the-Sea
Cultura Comida y Bebida
Great Mexican restaurant in downtown
La Bicyclette Restaurant
Amazing French restaurant we recommend!
Stationæry
Breakfast + lunch recommendation in downtown Carmel by the Sea
Corkscrew Cafe
Small cafe in Carmel Valley we love!
Pelio Estate
Great winery that just opened up in Spring in Carmel Valley
Folktale Winery & Vineyards
Great winery in Carmel Valley
ROUX
Small restaurant with a nice patio for tapas and dinner