They are unmatched!! Very kind and warm.They listen and offer honest feedback.While being very…read morefriendly, they are just as professional.My wife has been a customer for decades and the jewelry is of great quality.10 out of

Wonderful work I took a diamond & gold bracelet to get repaired and they estimated the time to be a…read morefew weeks but instead I get a miraculous call 2 to 3 days after saying that my bracelet was ready would recommend. great job and even better service the service was faster than the speed of light

Bohemian style shop that has a great selection of women's bohemian style dresses and skirts. They…read morehave crystals and other accessories as well as incenses and hippie style backpacks. Very clean and organized store. Very chill customer service. There was a sale going on, buy one 50 percent off of all clothing. I grabbed a skirt and a shirt that were super cute for the summer! I'm not a big crystals or incense kinda person but the clothing and backpacks were what attracted me to this store. It's a cute touristy store on cannery row that is worth checking out!

My mom bought some incense from the store, and my daughter spotted a squishy dumpling toy for…read more$14.95, so I bought one for her. I was a little surprised they even sold squishy toys since most of the items in the store aren't geared toward kids. A few stores down, we found the exact same squishy for $12.95. I thought, "Oh well, it happens," and didn't think much of paying a little more. But when my daughter was about to open it, I noticed the box wasn't factory sealed. It had been closed with two pieces of Scotch tape. The moment I opened it, I knew she'd been scammed. The squishy was dusty, and half of the ink from one of its eyes had transferred onto the bottom of the toy. It looked like someone had already played with it, decided they didn't want it, put it back in the box, and the store resold it as new. So not only did they charge more than the store just a few doors down, but they also sold us what appeared to be a used toy. That was really disappointing, especially for something meant for a child.

Love, love, love! A must-visit if you're in Carmel-by-the-Sea. This is such a unique bookstore…read moreexperience- I'm pretty sure we wandered and explored for about an hour and could have stayed even longer. They have a wonderful selection of books, tarot cards, crystals, and of course, the secret garden... how does it get any better than that? The garden is incredibly peaceful and zen, and every step feels like discovering something new. Tucked in the back is a charming little shop with a cute selection of décor, wind chimes, candles, and more. Absolutely loved this bookstore. As a bookstore lover, this one is definitely at the top of my list

The most beautiful bookstore!! Their garden area is so relaxing. Loved browsing the books and…read moreplants. Such a fun experience! Really nice staff as well.

The Steinbeck Museum was a wonderful literary stop in Salinas. We also visited the Steinbeck House…read moredown the street, which made the experience feel more complete. As a tribute to Steinbeck and his connection to the area, the museum was thoughtful, engaging, and well worth the visit. I especially enjoyed the quirky gift shop, always a bonus when a museum shop has personality. The drive into Salinas was also unexpectedly lovely, with so many fields and vegetables growing. It gave the whole visit a strong sense of place and helped connect the landscape to Steinbeck's writing. A great stop for literature lovers, history fans, or anyone looking for something meaningful to do in the area.

What an impressive, thoughtful arrangement of his life, works, and accomplishments! I'm not a fan…read moreof his work but was pleasantly surprised by the layout and contents. Two of our group members are big fans and thoroughly enjoyed the museum taking over 2 hours to explore and interact with the exhibits. The downtown Salina's area has restaurants and shops to explore making it a full day's adventure should you choose.

Hidden gem with a huge selection and variety of plants!…read more After visiting my mother and hearing about her new obsession with Hoyas I decided I should add one to my collection as well. I didn't know this place existed until I found it on Yelp and am glad I visited. When you walk in there are rows and rows of a variety of different plants that are overall healthy and well cared for. I was greeted shortly after my arrival by an man who said to let him know if I needed any help, which I appreciated. He didn't hover over me as a browsed, which is always nice. There are different rooms with everything from plants, metal artwork, pots, planting material, and gifts. The outside area is impressive with a large collection of ferns, succulents, cacti and flowers. I didn't find a hoya I liked but did find a beautiful red Salvia flower and bright pink Geranium I couldn't pass up. Overall the value of the plants is worth it but did see some overpriced plants. I fully support local businesses and understand retail stores don't always carry the quality you get from a shop like this. The man who checked me out was very friendly and wrapped my plants to prevent damage, which was nice. I highly recommend this place!

Gorgeous plants. Widest variety here on the peninsula. And, they are a touch too pricey for me…read more I found some of the smaller plants at average cost. Widest selection of different pots too. (Not the commercial Home Depot or Walmart pots)

Such a cute little toy store! The staff was very patient, as they have a ton of wild kids running…read morearound and not putting stuff back in it's place. They could probably use another cashier as the line was pretty long.

Located in downtown Carmel is Tinker Toys! We were welcomed with a smile. They have a large…read moreselection of old and new toys. My daughter loved it in there.

A best kept secret - or maybe not. Chuck is honest, forthright, fair and has an eye for the best…read morestuff. Cannot go wrong buying or selling. He works by himself, so if there's a crowd, wait your turn, it's worth it.

The best selection of jewelry at great prices! The owner buys at wholesale prices so that he can…read moregive you the best deals. There is ornate and vintage jewelry from estate sales also available, but he does sell those by weight. You can also purchase sterling silver chain, he charges per inch. The owner is very knowledgeable and is extremely committed to providing great customer service. If you arrive during busy hours (the weekend) he will ensure to communicate with you to let you know when he will be able to help you. It is a one man show, so you do have to be patient. Otherwise I suggest visiting during the week. I definitely recommend. I'll be sure to return!