Tiny omakase sushi bar in a romantic and intimate ocean view setting, the talented chef Yancy shares the simple methods and tastes of traditional sushi infused with locally foraged herbs and flavours. There are two seatings every night at 4.30pm and at 7pm. 

This non-profit retreat centre is built around a set of mineral hot springs with spiritual workshops. Experience Esalen’s signature bathing ritual after midnight between 1am and 3am (make sure to book by phone in advance). 

A must visit state park 12 miles south of Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park on California's Pacific coast. Don't miss the McWay Falls which drops over a cliff of 80 feet into the Pacific Ocean, open 1/2 hour before sunrise to 1/2 hour after sunset. 

Cosy roadside restaurant with organic Californian comfort food made with locally sourced ingredients. There truly is no better, more rustic, more charming place than this.