Our travel and leisure issue is full of helpful hints on where to stay this summer, whether it's camping in the great outdoors or relaxing in an ocean front hotel--this month features a variety of fun activities for you to enjoy on the beautiful Central Coast.

FEATURES:


Seven Great Getaways
From downtown Santa Barbara to the sands of Santa Cruz, we've got your perfect vacation destination.

The Great Escape
Everything you'll need for camping on the Central Coast this summer.

Front & Center

Monthly Calendar and Spotlight

Coastal Seen:
Earth Day Extravaganza
Paderewski Festival
California Women's Festivals

Life & Style

Culture:
Wildflower Triathlon
Michael Vidor reports on a growing event that is quickly becoming the holy trinity in the multisport training.

CC Rider:
A Peddler's Paradise
The Great Western Bicycle Rally celebrates 45 years with cyclists of all ages and abilities gathering in Paso Robles for a weekend of sweat and socializing.

Adventures:
Watch This
Prankster Kimberly Walker finds out what happens when you turn off the tube, and start tuning in to your surroundings.

Community:
Lighting the Way
Chuck Graham sheds light on three of the Central Coast's most significant and iconic historical lighthouses.

CC Geographic:
The Lay of the Land
San Luis Obispo volunteers get their hands dirty to help build a new trail on Johnson Ranch.

Views & Reviews

Publisher's Perspective:
Maintain Our Values
As the economy dips and dives, Publisher Michael Vidor reminds us to keep our heads (and our standards) high.

Go Sip:
Summer's Main Squeeze
Zoey's Café in Ventura offers a refreshing and delicious lavender-infused lemonade to cool you down as summer heats up.

Food Experience:
Root 246
Celebrity chef Bradley Ogden makes a home in the Santa Ynez Valley and brings flavor and flair to the area with his latest project.

Uncorked:
Cheers to the Best in Glass
CCM staff cheerfully vote on eight of their favorite Monterey county Chardonnays.

Mack!atcha:
The Brotherhood from Another Hood
Los Lobos and Los Lonely Boys make their way to Avila Beach this summer, and John Mackey es muy feliz. Find out how you can meet the bands and go backstage with Mackey by clicking here.

Exhibit A:
Artifishial Hatches
John White's unique and vibrant paintings, inspired by insect hatches, create buzz at the Museum of Ventura County.

CC Rider:
The Ultimate Test
Board sport athletes from around the globe gather in Ventura for the 2nd Annual Ultimate Boarder Competition.