Manic Monday is Here: Celebrate with this Valentina Deal!

Just Another Manic Monday? Think Again


We've gone through all the motions of the gift-giving season. First there was Black Friday. Then, there was Small Business Saturday. And we can't forget Cyber Monday, when all the web-savvy shoppers showed their skills at online bargain hunting. Christmas Day has come and gone, and today retailers all over the globe are coining today "Manic Monday," a day in which shoppers are going crazy to use their gift cards and returning all those generous, though unappreciated gifts. Yippee.

Pismo Beach lovers, however, have something else to celebrate. Valentina Inn & Villas of Pismo Beach has initiated it's winter sale.

Now, when you book any three night stay through the winter season (ending Memorial Day Weekend), you will receive $100 OFF. And with rates so low, this is an offer that's better than any Manic Monday sale around.

Take advantage of this wonderful offer today! Reserve now at ValentinaPismoBeach.com or by calling 805-773-1234!

Does not apply to holidays, and nor in conjunction with other offers.

Still Looking For That Perfect Christmas Gift?

Jewelry... Does She Really Need More?

Are you trying to impress your "honey" with a memorable Christmas gift? Jewelry just doesn't seem very practical as it will probably find its eternal home in the jewelry box. And what's the point in buying a new car if you can't find a bow that's large enough for it.

Well, the Pringle family is about to bring your weeks of pre-Christmas frustration to an end. Our solution: a romantic getaway at the Valentina Inn & Villas. There is no better way to express your love than to spend some time in Pismo Beach at this premier vacation destination. Valentina villas have all the necessities of home, with all the luxuries and more of a hotel suite. Our ocean view villas are truly spectacular, and of course, spectacular sunsets come at no charge.

So bring the gift of Valentina to your sweetie this Christmas, and reserve your villa today!

Valentina ... Your Villa Awaits!

~ValentinaPismoBeach.com

At Valentina, Family Comes First

Don't Try to Cram Everyone in a Small Hotel Room
Choose Valentina Inn & Villas

Christmas is just around the corner, and so begins the winter season of family travel. If you've ever tried to take the whole family on vacation, you've probably been soured by the reaction at the front desk. "How many people do you need to accommodate?" And then you were likely forced to book two rooms.

As the parents of six children, Bob and Toni feel your pain. Good luck finding a hotel room anywhere that accommodates a family of 8. This is why they built the Valentina-- with family in mind.

At the Valentina Inn & Villas, our 2 bedroom suites accommodate 6, and our three bedroom suites accommodate 8. And for those smaller families, our 1 bedroom suites accommodate 4. What does this mean for you? No more struggling to fit four kids on the fold-out sofa bed.

Another big issue for big families is the cost of eating out every night. While Valentina is located on the "Restaurant Row" of Pismo Beach, there is no pressure to eat out every night. We have full gourmet kitchens, complete with all the appliances and kitchen accessories that our necessary to "make the season bright." If you are on a budget this holiday season, this will save you plenty of cash.

Valentina Inn & Villas ... Your Villa Awaits!

Where Do You Go for a Nice Cup 'o Joe?

Well, if you're in Pismo Beach, you go to the Central Roast.

The Central Roast: Good Coffee, Good People

This neighborhood coffee house is a family owned and operated business with a welcoming and comfortable environment and friendly service. Located right down the street from Valentina prepares some of the best coffee on the Central Coast. They proudly serve locally roasted coffee and espresso. The Central Roast offers fresh baked pastries, locally roasted organic fair trade coffee, organic fair trade teas, and a breakfast and lunch menu.

The Central Roast is located at 783 Price Street, across from Rabobank.

When You're Tired from a Long Day of Vacation...

Valentina Gas Fireplaces ... in Every Ocean View Villa

Do you love to just sit back and read by the fireside? Well, now you can do that in Pismo Beach, as you rest from your daily adventures during those winter nights.

All of our ocean view suites have artisan, hand-tiled gas fireplaces that our guaranteed to warm your soul as you sit back and enjoy the "down-time" of your vacation.

In addition, neither a suitcase full of books or an e-reader is necessary. Every Valentina suite has a complete library. At Valentina, we believe it's the little details that matter.

Reserve now for the holiday season!

~ValentinaPismoBeach.com 

Valentina Welcomes Moose Deli and Brew

When it comes to brilliant sandwiches,
you don't mess with The Moose

You may have seen it’s tracks these past few weeks, but the Moose has finally settled on Price Street, right next to the nursery (across from Valentina Inn & Villas). And aside from its convenient location and awesome name, The Moose Deli has a brilliant menu. You’ll see what we mean.

From “brilliant” sandwiches to “brilliant” salads to a “brilliant” selection of beers on tap, The Moose never fails to please. It’s something you surely have to see (and taste) to believe. Come visit this "brilliant" sandwich shop for lunch or dinner (or both).

The Moose is located adjacent to the nursery at 950 Price Street in Pismo Beach. Like ‘em on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/pages/The-Moose-Deli-Brew/257675360941605?sk=info.

Celebrate the Christmas Season in Pismo Beach!

Santa . . . No Stranger to the Joy of Vino
Celebrate With Him!

The Christmas holiday is a time for rejoicing and celebration. And with any celebration of this magnitude, wine is a must. Why do you suppose Santa's cheeks are rosy?

Many local wineries in the Edna Valley are in the midst of wonderful tasting celebrations to commemorate this special occasion and are worth a visit. Check out sanluisobispocounty.org to find out their addresses and holiday schedules.

In addition, if you're looking for the perfect gift for your special someone, tickets to the Great American Melodrama are your solution. These performances are witty and entertaining, and always end with a good old-fashioned vaudeville show.

Their most popular show of the year is a three-part evening! First, celebrate the redemption of Scrooge in a heart-warming tale of holiday magic, their one-act version of Dickens' classic A Christmas Carol. Then, laugh yourself silly at the zany characters in their fractured fairy-tale opera, and finally you can delight in the music of the season in their unique holiday vaudeville revue, a wonderful gift of song, dance and comedy! This show is a very special family tradition designed to bring a year's worth of smiles to you and your loved ones in a great musical and theatrical experience! The Great American Melodrama is located at 1863 Front St. in Oceano.

And while you're in Pismo Beach, be sure to reserve your suite at the Valentina Inn & Villas-- the best way to spend the holidays with family and friends.

Valentina... Your Villa Awaits.

~ValentinaPismoBeach.com

Do You Hear What I Hear? It's Christmas Season in Pismo!

"Dang, I Knew I Should Have Went to Pismo!"

If you listen close enough, you may not hear the jubilant sounds of Christmas carollers, but you will hear the gentle sound of the waves crashing on the Pismo sands-- a sound that's much more appropriate given the fact that we don't have sleds or snow here. Yes, as the Beatles once proclaimed, Christmastime is here again, and Pismo Beach is joyously celebrating this most special holiday.

As family-owned and operated suites, Valentina Inn & Villas believes that this season should be spent with the family in a place that everyone calls home. For us, this place is Pismo Beach.

Come join our family in celebrating the coming of our Savior in this simple, yet beautiful beach town. We may not be Vermont, but we are definitely just as beautiful. Our wine country is world-renowned, our historic Pier is one of the most scenic, and our restaurants are some of the finest. Top that, Vermont!

Come deck the halls in Pismo Beach and be filled with merry-ness! Reserve now at Valentina Inn & Villas via phone at 805-773-1234 or online at ValentinaPismoBeach.com! Our spacious 1-3 bedroom suites can accommodate the whole fam'!

Merry Christmas!

Stay Warm... Drive South for the Winter

Follow the Birds, Migrate South
to Pismo Beach for the Winter

Or if you live south of Pismo, drive north. While everywhere else seems to suffer from poor seasonal
conditions or just plain awful weather year-round, Pismo Beach remains a paradise at any given month of the year.

It may not receive the attention of Hawaii or any other exotic islands, but then again, those places can cost a fortune. Times are tough, and Pismo Beach is much more "real" anyways. The views are stunning, the activities are endless, and the wine region surrounding it is absolutely superb.

An ideal climate is just the icing on the cake to a perfect winter getaway. Come visit Pismo Beach, and reserve your villa at Valentina today!

~ValentinaPismoBeach.com

Deck the Halls at Valentina, Fa La La La La...

"Snow, Snow, Snow" isn't What You'll Find in Pismo
But Then Again, We Have the Beach!

Bing Crosby sung about them. Chicago sung about them. Even Michael Bublé sung about them.

White Christmas's are so cliched.

Skip the banality, and come to Pismo instead. Valentina Inn & Villas comfortably accommodates large families and groups of friends in large suites. And, all of our ocean view suites have fireplaces, so you can pretend to roast chestnuts on an open fire as you listen to the harmonies of Nat Cole King over your Hi-Fi Stereo system.

A memorable Christmas dinner doesn't always have to take place in your home. Why go through all that trouble to clean up the house while guests just mooch off of your culinary genius? Save the time and the trouble, and host it in a Valentina suite instead. Our 3 bedroom suites accommodate 8!

Celebrate the magic of Christmas in Pismo Beach this year. Reserve your Valentina villa today!

Occupy Valentina with Special Deal

Valentina...Perfect for Large Families

While the "99 percenters" occupy Wall Street with tents and picket signs, why not occupy a place that is well, ... a bit nicer-- like the Valentina Inn & Villas. And rather than freezing in a tent, come rest and enjoy the elegance and tranquility of a Valentina villa. We have just introduced a new special that is great for large groups.

Now, when you book suites 203 and 204 together, you can save quite a bundle. And this is perfect for large groups. These two rooms together accommodate 16 comfortably.

Below are our package rates:
Jan,Dec ....... $600/night for first 2 nights. Additional nights $450.
April, May, Sept, Oct, .. $700/night for first 2 nights. Additional nights $500
Thanksgiving Week & Christmas Week.......$4,500/week.
June, July, August, New Year's Week..........$800 a night or $4500 a week (wkly rate n/a in June)
November, February, March..$650/night for first 2 nights...additional nights $500
Holiday Weekends....$800/night
If you would like to partake in this special, please mention "203-204 Special" when you inquire either at 805-773-1234 or online at valentinapismobeach.com!

Happy Thanksgiving from the Valentina Inn & Villas

The Pringle Family is truly thankful for the many guests that have made its first couple years a success. We are happy that you have been able to share in our dream.

While we sit at the dining room table together, we count you all among our blessings.

As we prepare for the Christmas season, we want you to be the first to know about our newest special, which is bound to bring your family and friends closer together. Book two of our three bedroom villas (Suites 203 and 204), and receive a special discount. Valentina is perfect for family gatherings and reunions among good friends.

Stay posted for more details!

Happy Turkey Day!

Santa Claus: Comin' to the Central Coast for a Little Sun

There are plenty of incredible sights to behold on the Central Coast, particularly in San Luis Obispo County, but during the winter season, perhaps one of the most special is Santa Claus. Indeed, St. Nicholas likes to take a bit of a break from the chilly North Pole, and enjoy some time in sunny California. Don't judge him... after all, even the birds fly south for the winter.

Come take this opportunity to visit Santa's House in the Plaza on your trip to Pismo Beach! Mission Plaza is only a short drive away, and Santa is eager to meet everyone! He will be around from November 26 to December 24.

Every child that visits with Santa will receive a candy cane, toy and coloring book at no charge.  It is $5 to take your own picture with Santa, $7 for a souvenir framed photo and $10 to take your own photo and receive a souvenir framed photo.

Reports have not yet been confirmed as to whether or not Mrs. Claus will be joining her husband. However, this is an opportunity that is not to be missed by visitors and locals alike.

~http://www.downtownslo.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=36:santas-house&catid=3:promotions&Itemid=15

 ValentinaPismoBeach.com

Rockin’ Harvest Celebration: Nov. 4th – 6th



Rockin' Harvest 2011: Nov. 4-6



San Luis Obispo Vintners Association announces their 21st Annual Rockin’ Harvest Celebration taking place November 4th – 6th. Over 60 wineries and restaurants from the San Luis Obispo region are featured in the scenic seaside setting of the Avila Beach Golf Resort. Winemakers, local chefs and wine lovers share the fruits of their labor and passion for the art of winemaking.  Back by popular demand, this year’s auction will once again open up with live music from the Winemaker's Band, ‘The Crushtones’, a group formed especially for last year’s Annual Event.  For locals, and those from out of the area, this is a great time to explore San Luis Obispo and discover the culinary treasures of our unique region.

New this year, SLO Vintners will offer two additional event features in conjunction with the main event.  A limited amount of “back stage passes” will kick off the day at 11AM.  These special guests will get an hour early entrance to the event, and be able to sample special limited reserve wines, poured during this hour only. Early bird tickets are very limited.

Along with the new back stage pass, SLO Vintners wants the event to continue on Sunday.  Come “party like a rock star”! Hit the SLO Wine trail and let the party carry on at participating wineries, where they pull out the wine, food and entertainment once again at their individual wineries. Your ticket into the Grand Tasting from Saturday, gets you into the winery event on Sunday for FREE!!!  All you have to do is wear your all access bracelet from the main event on Saturday and bring your wine glass with you as well on Sunday, and you’ll be ready to rock 2 days straight with local SLO Wineries.

Harvest Celebration events take place all weekend and kick off on Friday night with a variety of winemaker socials and dinners that offer a great value. Wineries and restaurants partner to provide festive food and wine experiences at various winery and restaurant locations in San Luis Obispo. The weekend provides enthusiasts a chance to discover the distinct characteristics of San Luis Obispo while meeting the people that created the wines.

Tickets to the Grand Tasting Event on Saturday are on sale now!  This year private tables are SOLD OUT! Don’t miss out on this unforgettable weekend in SLO Wine Country!

When You Finally Take a Break and Come to Pismo ...

The Majestic Pismo Pier

While you are Googling vacation ideas behind the boss's back at work, hopefully you search your way to this blog, where you can find all the latest events happening in Pismo Beach and the Central Coast, as well as info on ways to make your Pismo Beach getaway that much better.

Idea 1: Take a stroll on the Pismo Pier with that special someone or with the fam. This historic Pismo landmark is unspoiled and gives you a breathtaking view of Pismo paradise. Let your mind glide with the relaxing sound of the waves, and finish off your evening by popping the cork on a bottle of local wine from the highly acclaimed Edna Valley.
In other words, live the Pismo life.

And the Winner Goes to...

Seaside Scribbler Writing Competition

Yes, folks, it's the moment you've all been waiting for. The judges have been hard at work narrowing down the entries and have finally chosen a winner for the Very 1st Annual International Pismo Beach Seaside Scribbler Competition.

The award goes to Dylan W. of Wayne, NJ for his song entry "Pismo Face" based on the Lady Gaga hit "Poker Face".

This entry was a response to the theme: "My Pismo Beach Dream Getaway." Dylan took this contest to a whole new level with a masterfully worked composition and some catchy lyrics. The creative genius of this talented young star may soon go viral. Until then, ... congrats Dylan!

~ValentinaPismoBeach.com

Grab Your Dancing Shoes: Jubilee by the Sea Begins Friday!

Show Off Your Shoulder Spin
at Jubilee by the Sea

The Central Coast's largest dixie, jazz and swing event is coming to Pismo Beach October 28-30. Jubilee by the Sea is one of the best opportunities to attend some great concerts and show your moves as well.

Twenty swingin' bands will get you up off your feet and cause you to uncontrollably shake it like it's 1949. The event is held for three days at multiple venues, including the Pismo Beach Veteran's Memorial Building, Marie Calendars banquet room and tents located at the St Anthony's Fair Ground and "on the beach" at the Addie Street parking lot. Buses run continuously to get you to all of the venues for another great show! Locally catered food and drinks are available at all locations. Head nodding is accepted, though dancing is encouraged.

The question is: are you ready to boogie?

Jubilee by the Sea: October 28-30

Dizzy Gillespie: Attendence Not Yet Confirmed

Attention Swing, Dixieland and Jazz Enthusiasts-- it's time to put on your dancing shoes. Get ready to get your boogie woogie on! The hardwood floors are getting polished. The Jubilee by the Sea is coming back to Pismo at the end of October, and life is gonna be swell once again!

"Jubilee by the Sea" is a world class traditional jazz festival held in beautiful Pismo Beach. This festival has been successful each year since it began in 1976, with fans streaming in from all over the country. It is held for three days at multiple venues, including the Pismo Beach Veteran's Memorial Building, Marie Calendars banquet room and tents located at the St. Anthony's Fair Ground and "on the beach" at the Addie Street parking lot. Buses run continuously to get you to all of the venues for another great show! The event is comprised of 120 one-hour performances, with 20 bands plus guest artists. Locally catered food and drinks are available at all locations. Hardwood floors at all venues for your dancing pleasure!

Three-day tickets, one-day tickets and student tickets are available.

And after dancing your heart out all day, you probably will want to repose at a place that's close to everything. Valentina Inn & Villas is that place. Ideally located less than 2 blocks from the beach, and surrounded by many great local restaurants, Valentina offers spacious amenity-filled suites and FREE secure parking.

For more details, check out ValentinaPismoBeach.com or call 805-773-1234, and be sure to "like" us on Facebook!

Clamming to Tradition: 65th Annual Pismo Beach Clam Festival

Previous guests include Santa Claus ...
What? It's his only break, y'know? 

What's all this clamor? Another celebration of tradition and fun is settling in Pismo Beach next weekend (October 14-16)?

Indeed. The pro-"clam"-ation of this celebration is expected to bring thousands of excited kids, teens, and adults from here, there and everywhere. Countless activities await you as you enjoy this event with the wine and waves of Pismo Beach.

The Clam Festival Parade will take place on Saturday, October 15, 2011 at 10:00 AM. The "Clam to the Past" theme of this parade will make everyone go back to the Fabulous Forties when this great tradition first began.

Featured on Saturday will be the annual surfing contest, parade and clam chowder cook-off, while Sunday will feature a clam dig, surf and bubbles, and surfing lessons.

Join in the fun next weekend only in Classic California. And don't make a wrong turn at Albuquerque!

As for accommodations, stay where the action is. Reserve now at Valentina Inn & Villas, less than 2 blocks from the beach!

The Monarchs Are Coming! The Monarchs Are Coming!

The Monarch Butterfies: Returning to Pismo in Weeks!

Pismo Beach is turning a new shade of orange this coming month. Yes, the Monarch Butterflies will be returning to Pismo at the end of October. From late October to February, the butterflies cluster in the limbs of a grove of Eucalyptus trees at Pismo State Beach. A treat for all ages, and a Pismo Beach tradition, the arrival of the Monarchs is a highly anticipated event.

Pismo's official Monarch Butterfly Grove is easily accessible to butterfly admirers. It is located on State Highway 1 at the south boundary of the city limits of Pismo Beach.

Spectators come from all over the Central Coast and throughout California to catch a glimpse of these dazzling Monarchs. Visitors are greeted by knowledgeable and well-informed volunteer docents offering daily talks and information.

Our colony is one of the largest in the nation, hosting an average of 25,000 butterflies over the last five years. The Monarchs that visit Pismo Beach are a special variety. They have a life span of six months as opposed to that of common Monarchs who live only six weeks (we like to credit this to the stress-free Pismo lifestyle). This can be attributed to a unique fat storing system. However, even with an extended life span, those butterflies that leave in March will never return.

Scientists do not know why the Monarchs consistently return to some wintering sites. In North America, those sites range from the Central and Southern California Coast to Mexico. Some scientists speculate that the insects are equipped with genetic homing systems that lead them from their summer sites in the Sierras, Florida, Canada and the Great Lakes Region in North America back to their winter locations.

On the Central Coast, Monarchs winter in Pismo Beach, Pacific Grove and Morro Bay. The Natural History Museum In Morro Bay is an excellent resource for information about Monarchs.

During the season the Docent Trailer opens at 10am and closes at 4pm daily. Daily talks happen at 11am and 2pm, weather permitting. For more information or directions, please call the Pismo Beach Chamber of Commerce at 800-443-7778. Be sure to visit ClassicCalifornia.com - the Pismo Beach Conference and Visitors Bureau's web site for more information about Pismo Beach.

http://www.monarchbutterfly.org/

And if you are planning on making a trip out to Pismo, or wish to stop here on your tour of the California Central Coast, be sure to contact Valentina Inn & Villas of Pismo Beach, CA, located at the heart of the Central Coast, less than two blocks from the beach.

Savor the Central Coast: Sept 29 - Oct 2, 2011

Savor the Central Coast

San Luis Obispo County is Mother Nature's masterpiece. This spectacular highlight of the Central Coast is a symphony of culinary, viticulture and agricultural experiences, with a sonata of attractions like Hearst Castle, California Missions, artisan shops, strolling downtowns, organic farms and a concerto of amazing coastal, rural and mountainous locations that harmonize beautifully to offer a world-class destination. There is much to savor throughout the Central Coast

Which is why Sunset Magazine hosts Savor the Central Coast every year. Midway between Los Angeles and San Francisco, Sunset’s Savor the Central Coast event will celebrate the beauty and bounty of this unspoiled region of California in an incredible four-day event. Sunset’s Savor the Central Coast will showcase the talents of the areas winemakers, chefs, lavender growers, and artisanal food producers. Sunset’s expert editors and renowned celebrity chefs will be guiding attendees through culinary tours, winemaker dinners, wine blending seminars, historic excursions, and culinary showcases.
Celebration Weekend attendees will get an exclusive taste of what this exciting event will be all about at the Savor the Central Coast Courtyard, located within the main building of Sunset's headquarters. Dozens of wineries, cheese makers, and many other artisan food producers will be on-hand to represent the bounty and the one-of-a-kind experience that is California's Central Coast.

Explore this wonderful opportunity with the comfort and convenience of Valentina Inn & Villas of Pismo Beach. Located less than 2 blocks from the beach, our beautiful ocean view suites form the perfect backdrop for this event.

~ValentinaPismoBeach.com
~SavorCentralCoast.com
~Sunset.com

74th Annual Harvest Festival This Weekend in Arroyo Grande

Arroyo Grande- A Real Life Bedford Falls
Celebrate It This Weekend

The moment you all have been waiting for has finally arrived. Celebrate small town pride and community values with the 74th Annual Harvest Festival taking place this weekend in Arroyo Grande. The festival kicked off yesterday with the annual Rotary Fish Fry, and follows today with a spectacular parade this morning that features some very talented school marching bands.

The Harvest Festival is a great community celebration that is unmatched throughout the state. Arroyo Grande is one of the few small towns across the nation that has preserved its village core and community spirit. It is truly a piece of history and is worth a visit on your trip to Pismo.

The theme for this year is "Harvesting Community Pride and Celebrating Our City's Centennial".

Check it out today!

Last Chance to Save BIG During the Fall- 40% OFF Weeknights Through September!

Don't Let This Kid Destroy Your Vacation
Come to Pismo During The Fall

What's even better than our low winter rates? Our low winter rates MINUS 40%.

Yes, if you reserve now, you can still take advantage of our September Special-- 40% OFF Weeknights (Sunday thru Thursday) for reservations through Thursday, September 29, 2011.

This is the best time of the year to enjoy prime Pismo weather. Plus, all the "kiddos" are back at school so no one will be destroying your professional, handcrafted... sandcastles.

Call now at 805-773-1234 to reserve your Valentina vacation villa. Or reserve at http://valentinapismobeach.com/reservations.html.

65th Annual Pismo Beach Clam Festival: October 14-16, 2011

Pismo Beach Clam Festival 2011
Don't Be a Clam... Unless You're Like These Guys

The Pismo Beach Clam Festival is returning for its 65th year. Indeed, Pismo clam lovers and general mollusk enthusiasts will finally be able to enjoy the weekend they've been waiting for all year.

A community tradition since 1946, the Pismo Beach Clam Festival features a splendid array of activities throughout the weekend.

Friday: Wine Walk


Saturday: Parade, music, vendors, Clam Chowder Cook Off, Sand Castle building, hula hoop demo, surf contest.

Sunday: entertainment, vendors, clam digging, surf lessons, special event for "grown ups" Make reservations early for the parade or a vendor booth.

Contact Tommie O'Donoghue at 805-773-4382 or tomio@pismochamber.com for more details.

3rd Annual Shell Beach Art Walk: October 1st

Shell Beach Art Walk
Where Beautiful Paintings Come to Life

What's more relaxing and yet engaging than walking around and admiring fine works of art at your leisure?

This difficult question will soon be answered when you attend the 3rd Annual Shell Beach Art Walk. Stroll along beautiful Shell Beach Road from 2-5 p.m. and admire local artwork. Proceeds will be donated to the El Camino Art Association Scholarship fund to benefit local students. Refreshments will be served at various businesses.

For more information, please call 805-441-8277 or check out their Facebook Event Announcement at: http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=181445535257121.

Hurry .. Our September Special (40% OFF) is Drawing to a Close!

Greetings from the "Sunny Side" of California
Pismo Beach, CA

Come over to Pismo Beach and enjoy the best weather of the year. That's right... contrary to popular belief, fall is the best time to go to Pismo Beach. Sunny days (more than even summer), less crowds, and tepid water make it the ideal California vacation spot.

And what better reason to make the visit than 40% Off Weeknights now through the end of September at Valentina Inn & Villas. That's a pretty big deal, especially at our low winter rates. Take advantage of this discount today!

Spend your postponed vacation in the California sunshine at this beacon of the Central Coast. Book your stay at Valentina and experience Classic California as Hollywood makes it out to be!

Central Coast Book & Author Festival



Central Coast Book and Author Festival
Bookworms and Sunday Comic Fans Beware!

 The Annual Central Coast Book & Author Festival 2011 on September 18 from 10am-4pm is sure to draw large crowds of bookworms with an eclectic array of authors, independent booksellers, small presses, literary art groups, and non-profit community organizations. The festival offers readings, panel discussions, workshops and a children's area, and will be happening in Downtown SLO at the Mission Plaza.

On Saturday evening, September 17, Jerry Scott, the co-creator of Zits and Baby Blues comics, will make a presentation in the Community Room at the San Luis Obispo Public Library. The presentation will be free-of-charge, and will give the audience a chance to see how this creative genius makes his daily comics. His work published in thousands of newspapers around the world.

All proceeds of this fundraising event support the SLO County public libraries.

For more details, check out: http://www.sanluisobispocounty.com/eventCount/index.cfm?eventid=1266

Pismo Beach September 11th Tribute at Valentina Inn & Villas

9/11: A Day of Remembrance

 

September 11, 2001 was a day that affected everyone throughout the world. It is not only a day that recalls the pain and suffering of the millions of Americans impacted by this terrorist attack, but also a day that commemorates the strength and resilience of the American spirit and to foster healing.

If you happen to drive by Price Street in Pismo Beach today, you will notice an American flag nobly draped beside the Valentina Inn & Villas sign at 911 Price Street across from Giuseppe's. Below the flag is a list of all the victims of the 9/11 attacks to serve for reflection and prayer, not forgetting the family and friends of these victims, as well as those policemen and firefighters who put their lives at stake on that fateful day. United we stand in the face of tragedy, looking forward to a better future.

We hope that you were able to observe at least a few moments of the beautiful televised ceremony that took place this morning at the site of the 9/11 Memorial in New York City. The impact of each name being called out on the microphone and moments of silence, were enough to draw one's breath away.

The staff of Valentina Inn & Villas stands in prayer with the loved ones impacted by these attacks.

God Bless the USA.

Parlate italiano . . . Non c'e problema!

Non siate confusi come lui!
Possiamo aiutarvi per gratis. 

A volte, e' difficile chiedere delle domande quando non si parla l'inglese . . specialmente, quando si viaggia. Attenti viaggiatori . . . adesso ascoltiamo alle vostre domande in italiano. Si, e' vero!

Se volete viaggiare nel bel stato di California, possiamo aiutarvi! Perche' no? L'euro e' molto conveniente per i viaggiatori che vogliono venire negli Stati Uniti.

Valentina Inn & Villas, case vacanza di Pismo Beach, California, si trova sulla costa della California nella regione riconosciuta come <>. Gestito dalla nostra famiglia, trattiamo i nostri ospiti come se fossero famiglia ed offriamo molte amenita' di lusso. Anche parliamo italiano, quindi possiamo aiutarvi organizzare il vostro viaggio nella California.

La Central Coast e piena di attivita' diversa da cui scegliere. La degustazione di vini (Edna Valley e' una regione con fama mondiale per i suoi vini squisiti), il surf, gli escurzioni, e di piu'! Vogliamo che voi esplorate tutta la California, specialmente la Central Coast- la parte piu' bella della California.
Se avete delle domande, vi invitiamo ad inviarci una e-mail a: tonia@valentinapismobeach.com!

Buon viaggio!

California Wine Month Specials are Here!

Get those Barrels Rolling
It's California Wine Month

Here at Valentina, we like to keep our guests and admirers apprized of the newest and latest specials to make your Pismo Beach vacation even better! In case you have not heard, September is California Wine Month, and all the major Edna Valley and Paso Robles wineries and vineyards are celebrating. Here is just a sampling below:

California Wine Month Special Offers

Company Name	Offer Title	Offer Valid
Breakaway Tours and Event Planning	Sunset Special - Savor Paso Robles Wine Tour	09/01/2011 – 10/03/2011
Vina Robles Winery	California Wine Month & Celebrating 10 Years of Winemaking!	09/01/2011 – 09/30/2011
Saucelito Canyon Vineyard	California Wine Month - 2 for 1 tasting	09/01/2011 – 09/30/2011
Clayhouse Wines	California Wine Month Trivia	09/01/2011 – 09/30/2011
Chamisal Vineyards	Special California Wine Month Offer	09/01/2011 – 09/30/2011
Justin Winery	30% off for Wine Society Members!	09/01/2011 – 09/30/2011
Justin Winery	FREE Riedel Decanter when you join the Wine Society!	09/01/2011 – 09/30/2011
Justin Winery	FREE Tasting & 10% off for SLO County Locals!	09/01/2011 – 09/30/2011
Ortman Family Vineyards Tasting Room	10% off Wine Purchases!	09/01/2011 – 09/30/2011
Niner Wine Estates	Two Tastings for the Price of One!	09/01/2011 – 09/30/2011
Niner Wine Estates	September Cheese Flights!	09/01/2011 – 09/30/2011
Tastes of the Valleys	Special California Wine Month Offer	09/01/2011 – 09/30/2011
Pipestone Vineyards	2 for 1 Tastings!	09/01/2011 – 09/30/2011
Baileyana / Tangent Wineries	2 for 1 Tastings!	09/01/2011 – 09/30/2011
Harmony Cellars	Complimentary Cookie, 10% off Wine, 30% off Wine for Club Members	09/01/2011 – 09/30/2011

ENJOY!!!

Valentina Inn & Villas of Pismo Beach to Commemorate Sept.11 Victims with Special Tribute



September 11th-- A Day that Will Live in Infamy
And Continue to Inspire Us With Resilience


September 11 was a day that our nation will never forget.

As such, Valentina Inn & Villas of Pismo Beach will be proudly displaying a large American flag on the front of our building. In addition, we will have a list of those that lost their lives in these attacks marked below the flag.

The staff at Valentina Inn & Villas of Pismo Beach hopes our tribute to the victims of 9/11 will encourage people to reflect on this memorable day in history. For us, it is not only a dedication to those who lost their lives as a result of the attacks; it is a way to commemorate America's unstoppable spirit of resilience, patriotism, and dedication to freedom.

We hope to provide a positive and forward-looking way for Americans and others to forever honor and remember the 9/11 victims, survivors, and the many that rose in service in response to the 9/11 tragedy, including first responders, recovery workers, volunteers, public safety officers, and our military.

We are lucky to live in the United States of America - and this privilege didn't come cheap. Our Founding Fathers were not cowards. They made immense sacrifices to establish this Great Nation in freedom - not the least of which was going to war with the enemy of that freedom. All of those who have fought in the subsequent wars and conflicts and those who are fighting today have continued to make sacrifices in order to defend those original ideals. Even now, our civil servants, particularly Firefighters and Police, are making sacrifices to maintain the quality of our lives.

Sunset Western Wine Awards Gala

Western Wine Awards Gala
September 30th on the Pismo Pier

Sunset is coming to Pismo Beach. And we don't mean the spectacular sunset you will encounter at Valentina. That goes without saying.

Join Sunset Wine Editor Sara Schneider and Sunset Editor-in-Chief Katie Tamony for one of the weekend’s most anticipated events. The Sunset Western Wine Awards are recognized as the highest honor for Western winemakers and focus solely on wines produced in the West. Sunset’s panel of professional judges includes Western wine writers, sommeliers, and winemakers. At this festive dinner and awards ceremony, you’ll get to sip the award-winning wines and meet their award-winning winemakers. Hosted by the City of Pismo Beach on the historic Pismo Beach Pier, the event features tantalizing, locally grown fare paired with wines that have been nominated for a Sunset Western Wine Award. Category winners will be announced throughout the evening.

Come to Pismo for this special event!

And while you're in Pismo, be sure to choose Valentina Inn & Villas for your accommodations. Pismo Beach's closest and finest, we are here to make your weekend an even more tasteful experience.

New Laetitia Winery Shuttle Service Offered at Valentina



Here It Is . . . The Laetitia Winery Shuttle Service
NOW AT VALENTINA!


What if you could go wine tasting without even starting up your car? It may sound like a dream to some. But when one of the finest wineries in the Arroyo Grande Valley partners up with one of the best hotels in Pismo Beach, anything is possible.

Indeed, in our endless efforts to stay green, we have formed an alliance with Laetitia Winery in Arroyo Grande to provide all our guests a shuttle service to the vineyards at no cost.

Plus, with every stay at Valentina, guests now receive complimentary wine tasting for two (2) at the winery.

We believe in rewarding our customers for their exquisite choice of Valentina.

Those who have not yet had the privilege of trying Laetitia wine will be in for a treat. Laetitia Estate wines (produced from vines to the barrels in the Arroyo Grande Valley) "encapsulate the moments, sites, and people who pour their lives into ensuring the excellence of every sip." Their remarkable portfolio of Chardonnays, Pinots, and Syrahs are sure to enchant your tastebuds and tame your "wine snob" inclinations.

Sizzlin' Summer Concert Series and Farmers' Market



Show Off Your Moves Like These Folks!
A Good Time is in Store for All

Don't miss out on the free concert series held on Sundays in Grover Beach from 3:00 - 6:00 p.m. (except for the weekend of August 27-28 which is the Stone Soup Festival). This event is co-sponsored with the Grover Beach Chamber of Commerce and is held in conjunction with a Farmers' Market.

All ages are welcome. Bring a beach chair or a blanket and spend an enjoyable summer afternoon listening to great music.
Jam out to some of our best local performers today!

See below for details:

Sizzlin' Summer Concert Series and Farmers' MarketDates: September 4, 11, 18, and  25, 2011
Time: 3:00 - 6:00 p.m. (except August 28th)
Bands: See Concert Poster
Location: Ramona Garden Park, 993 Ramona Avenue
Performing September 4th: Up In The Air (Latin)

Located only a couple miles from Valentina Inn & Villas of Pismo Beach, CA.
~http://grover.org/Calendar.aspx?EID=171

Cal Poly Week of Welcome 2011

Cal Poly Week of Welcome 2011
A Week for You to Enjoy as Well

Whether your nest is "being emptied" or you're just sending off one of your precious ones, the start of the academic year can be a difficult time for parents. So make it a little lighter on yourself! Celebrate this lifechanging day by extending your Central Coast stay at the brand-new Valentina Inn & Villas! Who says you need to come back home as soon as you've gotten your college student settled?

And if you reserve your stay now, you can enjoy our exclusive September Special- 40% OFF Weeknights (Sunday-Thursday) after Labor Day. This offer is valid for reservations through September 29, 2011. For more details, click here.

Reserve your Valentina villa today and celebrate the achievements of your Mustang!

For more information about Cal Poly WOW Week 2011:

During this program held prior to fall classes beginning, students are placed in small groups led by two trained Orientation Leaders. They are introduced to life at Cal Poly and in San Luis Obispo through a full range of activities, including: WOW-A-RAMA (mingle with over 3000 other WOW participants), SLO Bound (check out everything SLO has to offer), Awareness presentations (discuss social issues with other students), and Cal Poly Club Showcase (experience dozens of Cal Poly's clubs). For more information about the activities and details to sign up during The Week go to New Student Orientation Highlights. A more detailed version of the schedule will be available on this page at the end of August. Sign up is required to participate in Week of Welcome.

Click here to make a reservation for Week of Welcome.

~ValentinaPismoBeach.com

Valentina Receives Recognition from Solstice for Green Efforts

Valentina
Green Hotel and Vacation Rentals

Valentina has recently received the honor of being named an "eco-spot" by Solstice Green Directory of San Luis Obispo. As an "eco-spot", Valentina is featured on the Solstice Green Directory website, which receives thousand of unique green-conscious visitors.

Valentina has set the new standard for green in the hospitality industry with its revolutionary energy and water conservation efforts.

For example, did you know:

Valentina averages less than 22 cents/sf in electrical every year, almost a fifth of the national industry avg. which hovers around $1.05.

Our natural gas usage is about 15 cents/sf a year, about 33% less than the national average of 25 cents (http://www.nationalgridus.com/non_html/shared_energyeff_hotels.pdf).

And water usage averages 74.8 gallons/unit per day. This is 65% less than the national average of 209 gallons.

For more details, check out http://www.slosolstice.com/blog/1700-eco-spot-valentina

Labor Day Weekend in Pismo

Labor Day in Pismo
Does It Really Get Any Better?

Labor Day Weekend may just be your last opportunity of the summer to take the family on vacation. As such, Valentina Inn & Villas of Pismo Beach has done it's best to prepare for the momentous occasion of your arrival. Indeed.

Our 1-3 bedroom villas are ideal for romantic getaways and family vacations alike. Full gourmet kitchens means that you don't have to go out to dinner every night of your stay (which can otherwise get expensive). Spend some time at the beach, take a stroll on the historic Pismo Pier, go wine tasting in the local, world-renowned Edna Valley. The possibilities are endless.

If this Labor Day Weekend is the final hurrah of the summer for you and yours, make it great. Make it a stay at Valentina.

San Luis Obispo "Bike Happening" on September 1

How does one Bike it SLO? Must they bike at a relaxed easy pace to enjoy their surroundings? Perhaps. But for a group of dedicated bike enthusiasts and professionals, to Bike it SLO means a lot more than that. For this "circus" of cyclists, if you will, bicycling is a "happening."

And they encourage you to join them or watch them on September 1 as they gather together for their monthly minutes of fame.

SLO Bike Happening . . . As crazy and fun as it looks.

Per their website (http://bikehappening.org/), a few cyclers have been getting together the first Thursday of the month since June of 2000 for a fun bike ride through downtown San Luis Obispo. As others saw how much fun they were having they started joining the group and the little bike ride has grown from a few dozen friends into a few hundred friends. Oh the magic of cycling.

Every month has a theme. September 2011's theme is Team Spirit. Choose a team to represent. It can be anything (Team Jacob, Team America, ANYTHING), and bike it out! Bring your team together and show some team spirit!

This group does not have a permit for the ride because they rely on their right to peacefully assemble and when they ride they become traffic and abide by the laws of traffic. If you chose to join them for a ride they ask that you follow three simple rules: Have fun, respect our community, and obey all traffic laws.

Whether you're dusting off your old cruiser or bringing out your pricey pride and joy, the purpose to get people on their bikes and to have fun. If you’d like to join us on our next social on wheels bring your bike to the Mission Plaza the first Thursday of the month at 9:30PM (September 1, 2011 is the next ride).

They start at the Mission in San Luis Obispo and exit towards Monterey Ave/Nipomo St. They go straight to Nipomo, left on Nipomo and then left on Marsh. They ride up Marsh St all the way past Santa Rosa Street and into the parking lot between Marsh and Higuera Streets. There they swarm! That lets them collect everyone and then head back out into Higuera Street. At the corner of Higuera St and Santa Rosa St they wait until everyone arrives at the stop light. Then at the next green light they all ride down Higuera St together!

Check it out this Thursday!

~http://bikehappening.org/

Stone Soup Music Faire 2011

The Woodstock of Our Generation...
Minus all the Bad Stuff

The 19th Annual Stone Soup Music Faire and Festival finishes today, August 28, 2011 at the Ramona Garden Park in Grover Beach!

The Stone Soup Faire of Grover Beach draws thousands of people from all over the Central Coast and state every year.  People of all ages enjoy the variety of entertainment the Stone Soup Faire offers. Musicians will be performing all day today. This year’s headliner group is “Ten Mile Tide”!

Other groups scheduled to perform are:

• Cuesta Ridge (CuestaRidge.net/home.php)
• Masanga Marimba (Masanga.com)
• Red Skunk Jipsee Swing Band (RedSkunkBand.com)
• Mariachi Mexicanisimo

Countless Mexican food enthusiasts and connoisseurs enjoyed  the popular Salsa Contest held yesterday in the Ramona Garden Park Pavilion, just as countless more will enjoy the delicacies offered today.


Come join in the music, food, and fun today! Celebrate a festival that truly makes Grover Beach, well, ... unique.


~http://groverbeachchamber.com/cm/Calendar/stone-soup.html

Wake Me Up When September Ends Special - 40% OFF WEEKNIGHTS

No One Says it Better than Bueller.
LEISURE RULES

Summer isn't over after Labor Day. Not in Pismo Beach, at least.

Book Now at Pismo's newest vacation rentals, and Receive 40% OFF Weeknights (Sun.-Thurs.) for Bookings AFTER Labor Day Weekend.*

Yes, for those who prefer a later summer to better prepare for the shock of autumn, this is the perfect deal. Cruise on down to Pismo Beach on a Sunday afternoon and enjoy the rest of the week while everyone else is working.

Why? Because you deserve it.

To reserve your villa today, call us at 805-773-1234 or visit our website at ValentinaPismoBeach.com.

*Not valid with any other offer, and is valid for weeknight bookings dated September 6-29.

Party on Price Street Tonight (8/24) from 5:30-7:30

Celebrate Like This Guy. Why?
Because it's the Party on Price Street Tonight

You've waited all year for this day to happen. You may have even overlooked some birthdays and anniversaries in anticipation. But the day has finally arrived.

Yes, ladies and gentlemen, tonight is the Party on Price Street 2011.

This incredible annual event, hosted by the Pismo Beach Chamber of Commerce and most of the businesses on Price Street, is celebrating its 7th year of activity. The Party shall commence at 5:30, and end at 7:30 with the final drawings.

Featured businesses include Valentina Inn & Villas, Pismo Bob's, Pismo Optix, Pismo Veterinary Clinic, Pismo Brewery, Giuseppe's, Sans Liege, The Central Roast, Penny's All-American Cafe, Rabobank, Honeymoon Cafe, Moscatelli's Salon, Pismo Beach Florist, and more!

But the Party on Price Street is not your typical business mixer! Check-In at Rabobank to receive your Party Passport. Then, visit at least 15 of our host businesses and have the businesses stamp their square on the Party Passport to be eligible for fantastic prizes from Price Street businesses.

The event is free.
Party on!

September 4: Art in the Park @ Dinosaur Caves

An Abstract Depiction of the Dinosaur Caves
The Center Light is Valentina Inn & Villas

Are you looking for something fun to do in Pismo Beach during the first week of September? A whole world of artistic madness and live entertainment awaits you at the Dinosaur Caves in Shell Beach with the monthly Art in the Park.

Art in the Park at Dinosaur Caves in Shell Beach is a once-a-month event taking place on the first Sunday of every month from May through November. Over 100 local artists and craftsmen sell and display their work, including paintings, sculpture, pottery, glass, textiles, jewelry, wood and metal furniture, and more. The event also features live music, hands-on children's activities, fresh flowers and plants, a BBQ, and on-site massage. Art in the Park happens from 10 a.m. 4 p.m.

For more information or to get involved, contact event coordinator Shannon at 805-704-8128, e-mail artinthepark_2006@hotmail.com, or go online to http://www.artintheparkshellbeach.com/.

Absorb yourself in the increasingly renowned Pismo Beach art scene this September 4!

Celebrate the Festa this Weekend with Us!

St. Anthony's Celebration of Pismo Beach, CA

The weekend has finally arrived-- a time when the Portuguese community gathers together in Pismo Beach to celebrate the life of St. Anthony, their patron saint.

The 54th Annual St. Anthony's Celebration 2011 takes place this Saturday (today), Sunday and Monday (August 20-22, 2011). The parade begins on Sunday at 11 am. Sopas will be served at the St. Anthony's Celebration grounds at 390 Bello Street, where most of the festivities will be happening.

Come celebrate this wonderful event with us this weekend!

~http://www.pismoevents.com/august-events.htm

While the Sharks Invade the Seychelles, Visit Pismo Beach Instead

Skip the Seychelles
Come to Pismo Beach Instead

You may have heard about the tragic shark attack on the exotic Seychelles Islands. In case you haven't, a young English man was suddently attacked there while on his honeymoon.

So the staff at Valentina staff reminds you to stay safe . . . stay in Pismo instead! There's no need to go exotic. The purpose of a vacation is to relax . . . and what better place than the central town of the happiest place on Earth-- the Central Coast. We have an outstanding record of attack-free waters. Pismo Beach is the perfect destination for family trips, romantic getaways, weddings, honeymoons, girlfriend getaways, and more.

Don't worry about shark attacks on this vacation. Enjoy the wine and waves of Pismo.

~ValentinaPismoBeach.com/explore.html