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		Spirit West Coast August 2-4 Spirit West Coast is the premier annual Christian music festival on the West Coast. Enjoy over 60 performers, camping and activities for all ages at Laguna Seca Recreation Area. (831)443-5399 www.spiritwestcoast.org

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Monterey County Visitor Information

Since the 1880s, visitors have been enjoying the spectacular beauty of California’s Central Coast. Located between Los Angeles and San Francisco, Monterey County’s dramatic ocean scenery, pristine pine forests, and historic communities continue to beckon adventure-seekers, seafarers, artists, writers and vacationers. And no other California county can boast 99 miles of breathtaking Pacific coastline.

Whether you come for our world renowned attractions, our array of recreational activities, our special events, fine dining, arts and culture, wine tasting or just for a getaway to one of our many lodging properties, Monterey County welcomes you. Families or couples, singles and groups of friends, Monterey County invites you to indulge.

	A TOP-RANKED TRAVEL DESTINATION PARENTS MAGAZINE RATES AQUARIUM #1 The Monterey Bay Aquarium was ranked the No. 1 aquarium for kids in the United States by Parent’s Magazine. Top ratings are due to the innovative live exhibits like “Splash Zone” and the new “Wild About Otters” gallery. This designation follows on the heels of the aquarium being ranked in the top ten US attractions by an online survey of TripAdvisor members. Visit the Aquarium website at www.mbayaq.org.


	WILD THINGS Try a unique adventure this summer at Wild Things and Vision Quest Ranch. Located minutes from Salinas, Wild Things is home to over 100 exotic animals from lions, tigers and cheetahs to kangaroos, monkeys and elephants. Meet Josef the Lion and his friends on daily tours that begin at 1:00 p.m and 3:00 p.m., or overnight in an African-style bungalow and have your breakfast served by a Wild Things elephant! Find out more at wildthingsinc.com.


	TOP FREE ACTIVITIES IN MONTEREY COUNTY PLAN A VISIT WITHIN YOUR BUDGET Good Morning America featured Monterey County as a top destination for fun, free activities. Now you can get a free list of affordable area adventures! From tours of historical sites and a working chocolate factory, to wine tasting rooms and mountain bike trails, travelers on a budget can tap into Monterey County’s “A” list activities without breaking the bank. Check out the region’s Top 25 picks for an affordable, exciting getaway along Monterey Bay. View the PDF >>