If you're looking for a little break from the beach to get in some good shopping therapy, there are unique shopping experiences available right here on the Central Coast. (cliffsresort.com)
For a lunch break from the beach, head to Zoccoli's Delicatessen (we dare you not to love the hot tri-tip sandwich), and double - scoops of lively flavors (ginger snap or lemon poppyseed) at Penny Ice Creamery. (visitcalifornia.com)
Living by the beach, it sometimes seems as though it never really stops, but this year we've had some rain (which we desperately needed) and so there has been a major break from beach days and backyard parties. (have-need-want.com)