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Feel-Good Dining at Drakes
April 06
While our award-winning restaurant Drakes is closed for renovations, we wanted to give our guests something to savor while they wait.
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Beauty in the Bay
March 01
California is known for its plunging cliffs and beautiful coastlines, but what many people do not realize is the effort and attention that goes into conserving these gorgeous areas of the West Coast.
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Bring Your Love to Bodega Bay
February 02
February is for the month of love, and what better way to celebrate your special someone than with a trip to Bodega Bay?
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A Cozy Evening Indoors
January 04
Nothing beats a little R&R after a challenging year of canceled travel plans, postponed get-togethers, and team meetings over Zoom. We can’t think of a better way to kick-off the new year than with a little self-care right here at Bodega Bay Lodge.
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The Art of Relaxation
December 01
There is no better way to wrap up the winter season than with a holistic holiday. After a few days of whale watching and enjoying the wine of the region, it may be time to sit back, relax, and let your body rejuvenate before heading back home.
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Bird Watching in the Bay
November 05
The unique environment of Bodega Bay provides the perfect elements to maintain a thriving wildlife ecosystem.
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Horse N Around Trail Rides
October 01
Most people would say that we are all about the Pacific here in Bodega Bay, but what most people don’t realize is that our backyard is just as good as our front.
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Celebrate Harvest Season in Sonoma County
September 04
Although we are considered to be on the rugged Northern Coast of California, we still know a thing or two about our wine. We know so much, in fact, that we wanted to remind you this September marks the beginning of grape-harvesting season.
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Go Golfing Along the Pacific
August 10
Try your luck on the greens during your next trip to Bodega Bay—The Links at Bodega Harbor is a Scottish influenced golf course that stretches along the coast of the Pacific Ocean
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Hang Ten at the Beach
July 01
It is no secret that California is a popular destination for surfers from all around the world, but Bodega Bay is among one of the best beaches to grab your board and hit the waves.
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Road Trip Republic
May 04
Plentiful sunshine and epic outdoor experiences are just a few of the reasons why California is the ultimate state to enjoy by road trip. This summer, consider making your way to Bodega Bay by car.
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Bike Along An Iconic Coast
April 06
Bodega Bay is a great city for exploring. The depth of the beauty in the Bay surpasses anything else you will see during your time in California — from the quaint shopping areas to the ideal cliffside beaches, there is so much to do and see during your stay.
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Flock to Bodega Bay for This Annual Festival
March 02
The birds are coming, and they are flocking right here to Bodega Bay. It is time for this year's 8th Annual Hitchcock Film Festival, featuring the film that put Bodega Bay on the map, The Birds>.
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Whale, We Know What We Are Looking for This Month
February 03
It’s no whale of a tail, you can catch a glimpse of these beautiful creatures starting this month. If you have daydreamed over the thought of watching the great whale migration, now is your chance!
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Happy Clamming On The Coast
January 06
Anyone that has traveled up to our neck of the woods knows that clam chowder is a staple in our diets, and in our hearts. So much so that there is an entire weekend in January dedicated to this delicious hearty soup.
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Dungeness Crab Season in the Pacific Northwest
December 02
It's that time of year again, where we take our blog obligations very seriously and feel the need to alert the crowds that it is officially Dungeness Crab season!
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It's Time to Help the Kelp!
November 04
We can’t kelp ourselves—we really love our underwater forests. Kelp forests are an important part of the ecosystem in the Pacific Ocean.
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Bottle up the Air in Bodega Bay
October 07
Bodega Bay is all about natural beauty. If you are planning a trip to this gorgeous part of Northern California this October, make sure you put a scenic fall hike on your itinerary.
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Find Your Inner Fairy at Annual Old Grove Festival
September 02
If there is any month out of the year that you should pursue your most whimsical ideas, it is most definitely the beginning of fall. September marks a change in the air from flip flops and summer lovin’ to cozy cups of tea and bundling up.
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Take a Day Trip to Russian River Valley
August 05
Have a taste of Bodega Bay in the Russian Rivers Tasting Room. Just a quick drive away in the Sonoma Region this sweet, little farm is nestled into the Russian River Valley.
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Better Believe the Bay Has the Best Oysters Around
July 01
If you’ve visited Northern California before, you should know by now that we love wine. But just as our love wine was created, so was our love for oysters.
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Sip on the Brews of Summer in Sonoma County
June 03
We know that most people flock to Sonoma County for the wine. But did you know that Sonoma has a large craft beer population and it is steadily growing by the day?
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Be Above Bodega Bay for a Day
May 06
See Bodega Bay from a different point of view on your next trip to Northern California by taking a tour by flight. Helicopter tours are increasing in popularity in the Bay Area because of the incredible views and luxe feeling you will experience.
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Springtime in Sonoma is for Festivals
April 01
Spring is in full swing and that means it's
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Catch a Peek at the Bodega Bay Pups
March 04
There are few things as adorable as pups, seal pups that is! If you’re visiting Bodega Bay in March, you might just be able to get an up-close and personal look at these sweet, little sea creatures.
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F is for Fairground
February 04
There is just something magical about a small-town fair—which is why we love the Cloverdale Citrus Fair. Cloverdale has been the host of this beloved fair and parade since 1892, where it initially began as a county fair.
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There Is Only One Reason You Should Be Crabby in the Bay
January 07
Things are getting pretty crabby over here in the Bay, and we don’t mean the bad kind of crabby.
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Celebrate the Holidays in California
December 03
If you’re staying in Bodega Bay, there is a good chance you enjoy the simpler things in life like nature and a good glass of wine.
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