Population density maps of the United States, South America, Africa and Australia all show the same trend: Humans tend to concentrate on the edges of landmasses—at or near the water. That’s really no surprise, and there’s a reason that a piece of waterfront property commands a significantly higher price point than a comparably sized, landlocked parcel. Being close to or in … [Read more...] about Going Blue
Summer 2023
Start Your Engines
Navigating a Course through Car Week Events
Buckle up. It’s time to meet legendary drivers, view rare memorabilia, watch vintage racers in action, and marvel at spectacular classic cars. For 10 days leading up to the annual Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance, you’ll find high-octane happenings across Monterey County. Here’s your guide to the top events. Please note: These listings are current as of Carmel Magazine’s May … [Read more...] about Start Your Engines
Tim Jackson’s Final Frontier
Winding Down a Fantastic 32 Year Run
John F. Kennedy said, “Change is the law of life. And those who look only to the past or present are certain to miss the future.” Succession of leadership in any organization is inevitable. For instance, since 1958 the United States has had 13 presidents, but only two people have guided the Monterey Jazz Festival (MJF) in those 65 years, Jimmy Lyons and Tim Jackson. That’s … [Read more...] about Tim Jackson’s Final Frontier
The Opulence of an Earlier Era
The Sardine Factory Celebrates 55 Years of Distinctive Dining in Monterey
Certain places demand a certain level of formality, nothing pretentious or unattainable, just an expectation to put your best foot forward. In times past, there were more places in society that required such a heightened level of formality—be it a weekly trip to a place of worship or just working as a sales girl at Saks 5th Avenue in the Carmel Plaza, where a strict dress code … [Read more...] about The Opulence of an Earlier Era
A First for Women’s Golf
The U.S. Women’s Open Comes to Pebble Beach
Pebble Beach Golf Links’ cool ocean breezes, expansive views and postage stamp-sized greens will greet a historic group of players when the 78th U.S. Women’s Open tournament is hosted there from July 6th through the 9th. Yes—it’s finally the lady pros’ turn to claim victory on these hallowed grounds. According to the U.S. Golf Association (USGA) more than 2,100 women are vying … [Read more...] about A First for Women’s Golf