Carmel

Carmel-by-the-Sea is often described as paradise. More than an idyllic coastal village by the sea, it is a destination for travelers from around the world. The distant sound of the crashing surf, a foggy night with the smell of a pine fire rising from the chimney and twinkling lights transform Carmel into a village with European flair, known for its high standards in architecture, culture and cuisine. Bordered by Pebble Beach on one side and the ocean on the other, Carmel-by-the-Sea attracts the affluent and cultured traveler. Throughout the year, the area hosts some of the world’s premier events: The Concours d’Elegance, The 2010 U.S. Open golf tournament,The AT&T Pebble Beach National Pro-Am, The Red Bull U.S. Grand Prix, and the Carmel Art & Film Festival – bringing an estimated 80,000 to 130,000 people per event to the Peninsula every year. The combination of Carmel’s artistic heritage, the natural beauty of the area and the close proximity to Los Angeles, San Francisco and San Jose metropolitan areas make it the perfect location for a premiere art and film festival.