30 MONTEREY COUNTY WEEKLY november 30-december 6, 2023 www.montereycountyweekly.com local shopping Scientists say one way to make your life feel more rich and full is to do new things—and create new memories. Our brains default to tuning out the mundane daily tasks, but they love grabbing onto novelty. Giving the gift of an experience is the perfect way to encourage your loved ones to mix it up and try something different, and to help them build an expansive life in the process. For the Sightseer Get out on the bay with a sailing excursion—you can go for two hours, or stay the whole weekend; prices vary. Shearwater Sailing Municipal Wharf 2, Monterey (650) 743-1389, shearwatersailing.net For the Pedal Pusher A gift card to see all the sites with ease on a rented e-bike; $50 (recommended) and up. Big Sur Adventures 125 Ocean View Blvd. #122, Pacific Grove 244-0169, bikebigsur.com For the Motorhead Enjoy the twists and turns of Highway 1 (and beyond) with a classic car rental; prices vary. Monterey Touring Vehicles 2228 Del Monte Ave., Monterey 337-8800, montereytouringvehicles. com For the Party Planner Throw a backyard bash complete with paella by Chef Brandon Miller; $500- $2,500, depending on number of guests. Chef Brandon Miller 917-1176, paellallc.com For the Music Lover A “quartet” subscription to the rest of the Monterey Symphony’s 2023-24 season; $176-$340, depending on seating tier. Monterey Symphony Sunset Center, Carmel 646-8511, montereysymphony.org For the Alley Cat A gift certificate for an evening throwing strikes with friends; $50-$100 recommended. Monterey Lanes 2161 N. Fremont St., Monterey 373-1553, montereylanes.com daniel dreifuss For The Fun Of It Experience gifts offer an opportunity to connect with new people and places— and create lasting memories. By Tajha Chappellet-Lanier courtesy of Brandon Miller William Pryor courtesy Big Sur Adventures Randy Tunnell Monterey Lanes Monterey Touring Vehicles Big Sur Adventures Shearwater Sailing Chef Brandon Miller Monterey Symphony courtesy MOnterey Touring Vehicles
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