Some of the worlds most palate pleasing olive oils are being produced here on the Central Coast of California, and Olea Farm is The Best of The Best. Yves and Clotile Julian invite you to visit their “little piece of European charm” and enjoy an olive oil tasting experience that promises to surprise, delight and enliven your senses.

Cleopatra, Lady Godiva, Helen of Troy had skin that men fought wars for. Creamy smooth skin washed and soaked in goat’s milk, and they would have gone to any lengths to experience the hand crafted Goat’s Milk Soaps from Alcea Rosea Farm. You can order these amazing soaps from our exclusive gift gallery – or take a class from Alcea Rosea Farm owner, Bev Michels, and learn to make your own!

Kayaking the open sea off the shore of San Simeon is an incredible experience. Sea For Yourself offers, not only rentals and tours for seasoned kayakers, but lessons and guides that have beginners safely on the water with an experienced guide within a half hour. You can even customize your own kayak tour from Big Sur to Morro Bay!

Tucked away at Kennedy Fitness in Paso Robles is Serenity Spa which offers not only facials with our favorite aesthetician, Andi Counts, but cooking classes with some of the Central Coast's most popular chefs and cooks in a charming boutique setting. Space is limited, so book early.

There's a little Huck Finn in all of us and The Ravine is the perfect place for family tubing, splashing, slipping, sliding, and.well.coasting through the summer. Having our own cabana made us feel as though we were back on the beach in Mexico. Don't let the summer go by without hitting the beach at The Ravine.