Vista Blue Spa at the Monterey Plaza Hotel features rejuvenating spa treatments and boasts a roof top sun deck that is complete with breathtaking panoramic views of the Monterey Bay, an outdoor fireplace and a whirlpool tub. Another tranquil getaway is the Refuge in Carmel Valley. Their thermal cycle includes a steam room, sauna, outdoor fire pits, and hot and cold pools which will have you and your date melting into a puddle of pure bliss. Monterey County is a prime wine region and the wine country is not to be missed for those who enjoy a nice a glass of wine.

Visitors can pick up a Wine Walk Passport which gains entry into 9 of the 14 participating tasting rooms located in the storybook setting of Carmel-by-the-Sea. Take your time wandering the quaint European-like streets between tasting rooms and enjoy the shops and restaurants along the way.

Use the Grapevine Express offered by MST to catch a ride out to sunny Carmel Valley Village where a cluster of wine tasting rooms are all within short walking distance. A quick drive over the hills of Carmel Valley is the River Road Wine Trail which boasts stunning vineyard views and a truly immersive wine experience. Seeking an adrenaline fueled afternoon?

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Renting a kayak for two in Elkhorn Slough is a fun date that allows you both immerse yourselves in the incredible diversity of marine life that calls Monterey Bay home. Monterey Bay is also one of the few places that offers whale watching year round. Take the trip to the next level by booking your whale watching tour through Fast Raft Ocean Safaris where you and your date get to zip around the water on an inflatable boat.

Get some fresh air and enjoy the outdoor activities that Monterey County has to offer. A great way to see the coast is by renting a bicycle and cruising along the Monterey Bay Coastal Recreation Trail which runs from Castroville down into Pacific Grove. Extend your stay and book a private cabin at Glenn Oaks or a yurt at Treebones in the rugged wilderness of Big Sur. Looking for some ocean-side romance?

Take a picnic and relax on the lawn overlooking the ocean or bring a beach blanket down to enjoy the awesome little beach. Just 10 minutes away in Carmel-by-the-Sea are the soft white sands of Carmel Beach. Grab a warm drink in town and then stroll hand-in-hand down the coast while enjoying a beautiful California sunset.

One of the more unique and visually striking beaches in the area is Pfeiffer Beach in Big Sur. The beautiful rock arches, streaks of purple sand and breathtaking sunsets are a sure way to impress any date. We may earn a small commission from your purchases at no extra cost to you. Higher Education Happenings! Recent Adventures!

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