Originally Posted by
MADflyer
Monterrey, California was my most recent disappointment. Very poor value with simple hotels at high rates and felt like a waste of time on drive up coast. I can understand how Bay Area residents may have it as a weekend getaway but offered very little unique for an international traveler. The aquarium was of course nice though.
Second that, Monterey really isn't worth a visit. But driving down HW 1 is quite impressive! (Especially in the area of Big Sur)
Also Austin, TX - only 6th Street is worth a visit.
L.A. ^ - after my first visit I didn't like it too much, but since the 2nd time I been there I'm loving it - weather, people, culture... it's different but it has something quite vibrant. By the way, there are quite some interesting things to discover in downtown! Like the Library, a mexican food stall, partying at the roof top bar of the Downtown Standard
San Francisco is one of the most beautiful cities... friendly, open minded people, lots of things to do, the Bay etc.