Pebble Beach… More Than Golf
Pebble Beach Golf Course
Having already previewed the 2010 US Open, 100 Sporting Events now looks at Pebble Beach off the links.
Searching for the perfect place to spend father’s day weekend? Look no further than Pebble Beach, California. Not only is it the site for the 2010 U.S. Open, but it also is a fantastic place to relax on the coast and enjoy a great vacation.
Take a stroll along Cannery Row where you can do just about anything. Scuba dive, kayak, surf, get an aqua massage, shop at a variety of stores or simply relax with a glass of wine and watch the waves crash on the beach with the entire family.
In addition, the Monterey Bay Aquarium is a must see as it hosts millions of viewers each year.
If you are looking for a world renowned destination, Carmel-by-the-Sea was rated a top 10 destination in the United States by the Conde Nast Traveler. Be ready for a new experience because the locals have abandoned their cars so get your feet ready.
The city offers many things including art, theater, music and fine dining. You can also take it easy in sweats and sneakers and hike the trails of Point Lobos or wander the shoreline. There is also a great nightlife for those interested by following the locals to pubs and restaurants.
For those infatuated with nature, Pebble Beach offers a scenic “17 Mile Drive”. The drive showcases brown pelicans, California sea otters, harbor seals and sea lions. Native wildflowers surround the drive, with the Pebble Beach Golf Course and Spyglass Hill along the way as well.
Feel free to stop for a gourmet picnic lunch at the Pebble Beach Market and enjoy the incredible scenery.
If you are more of a history buff, the Hearst Castle is a nearby fountain of knowledge. There are multiple tour options which include the showing of the Casa del Soul, Neptune and Roman, and the Casa Grande. These are all jaw-dropping sites and it is amazing to see the infrastructure and learn how people lived in this lifestyle.
Finally, the best and most appealing part of Pebble Beach is the Golf Course itself and the U.S. Open. Any fan of golf knows the history engulfing this course with Tiger’s domination 10 years ago all the way back to Watson’s shot on the 17th in 1982 and Nicklaus winning the tournament for this 13th major title in 1972.
With all the drama surrounding golf in the past year, with Tiger looking to rebound and Phil looking for his 2nd consecutive major title, anything can happen.
Pebble Beach is not only a great place to watch a weekend of golf, but a fantastic place for a family vacation. The place will be buzzing this weekend with the U.S. Open in town, and I would not want to miss out on the excitement.
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