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Big Sur, Carmel & Monterey, United States

South of San Francisco, the Monterey Peninsula and the Big Sur coast hold some of California's most dramatic scenery, from the cypress-lined fairways of Pebble Beach and the storybook cottages of Carmel-by-the-Sea to the cliffs and redwood canyons along Highway 1. Expect wine tastings in Carmel Valley, the Monterey Bay Aquarium and clifftop retreats high above the Pacific.

Alila Ventana Big Sur

An adults-only, all-inclusive retreat on 160 acres high above the Big Sur coast, with redwood-clad rooms, Japanese bathhouses, the Sur House restaurant and Pacific views.

L’Auberge Carmel

A 20-room Relais & Châteaux inn in a 1929 building in the centre of Carmel-by-the-Sea, home to the Michelin-recognised Aubergine and four blocks from Carmel Beach.

Bernardus Lodge & Spa

A wine country lodge among the vineyards of Carmel Valley, with fireplace suites, Lucia Restaurant & Bar, a full-service spa and an outdoor pool facing the Santa Lucia Mountains.

Carmel Valley Ranch

An all-suite resort on 500 acres of oak-covered hills in Carmel Valley, with a Pete Dye golf course, vineyards, Spa Aiyana, several pools and artisan-led activities.

Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa

A waterfront hotel on Cannery Row built right over Monterey Bay, with rooms looking out to sea otters and kayakers, an oceanfront restaurant and a rooftop spa.

InterContinental The Clement Monterey

A waterfront InterContinental on Cannery Row, next door to the Monterey Bay Aquarium, with bay-view rooms, an outdoor heated pool, a spa and C Restaurant + Bar.