It goes without saying that where Taylor Swift goes, crowds follow – and this time the spotlight’s on coastal California.

Carmel-by-the-Sea, home to white sandy beaches and picturesque views, is a popular way to take a much-needed holiday break.

In December, the southern part of the state features average highs in the mid-60s, and northern beach towns like Carmel-by-the-Sea usher in comfortable highs in the upper 50s. Whether you want to ...

A visit to the beaches of the Monterey Bay is a popular way to work off a heavy holiday meal or take a much-needed break after spending all day in the kitchen (or watching football). Carmel-by-the ...