We took a little trip to the coast. This time to Monterey, Pacific Grove and Carmel. Dinner on Monterey Fisherman’s Wharf was nice and of course we had seafood after several free samples of Clam Chowder.
By the time we had finished dinner the cold breeze came in, so it was time to call it a night. After traveling and walking on the wharf we were beat.
In the morning we drove about 10 minutes to Pacific Grove, which is one of my favorite places. The quaint, colorful houses are such a treat to see.
Wow, this is what I call color!
Many of the homes have plaques in the front giving the date when they were built and who the original home owners were.
This yellow one is the Seven Gables Bed and Breakfast. If you make reservations it has to be done months in advance and it faces the ocean. Beautiful!
My hubby, the good sport, drove me up and down the narrow streets so I could get my pictures.
The homes are kept neat and their yards are immaculate. How I wish we could afford one.
Pacific Grove is best known for the Monarch butterflies that visit to escape the cold winter from October to March.
There’s a bike and walking trail along the coastline that is mostly rocks, which tempt people to climb them, but unfortunately people have lost their lives because of high surfs coming in at times causing them to fall into the rough waters.
And here’s good sport hubby, resting along the way.♥♥
This gorgeous plant, called Pride of Madeira, was also a great visual treat.♥♥
markbialczak
I loved taking your tour of the peninsula, laflor. I love the pink house the best. Thank you for inviting us along with you and the hubby.
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laflor5233
Thank you, young man. I bet you have some great homes in NewYork as well.
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markbialczak
Yes, there are some beauties in my home state, young lady.
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Sandra
Favorite childhood memories! Growing up we camped in cabins a couple times in Monterey. Just gorgeous! Thanks so much for these great pics.
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laflor5233
Thank you, Sandra. It was a nice visit.
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litadoolan
The houses are charming. It must be blissful to face the sea. I love clam chowder but so hard to find in UK! Enjoyed your post so much.
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laflor5233
Thank you so much! It was a nice visit.
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disappearingwoman
Oh, those houses are just the type that I fantasize about living in. I love the little green cottage that has the purple door with the wreath of flowers the best.
It looks like you had a lovely trip!
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laflor5233
Yes, I love those houses. It’s always nice to visit.
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KittyHere
That pink and bright turquoise combo is stunting. I never would have dreamed it could be so appealing.
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laflor5233
I know, that’s one of my favorites.
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Rosemary Torres
Very nice writing and pictures, Dora.
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laflor5233
Thanks Rosemary and thank you for reading.
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