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The same questions, answered side by side for October. We don't pick a winner — the trade-offs are the point.

Pacific Coast Highway, California, USA Pacific Coast Highway California, USA Remove
In October26°Cbarely any rain
Flying time0h 35mfrom Los Angeles
Ideal stay4–5 nights
Best forRoad-trippers · Photographers · Couples
The feel of itCliff-edge, cinematic, unhurried
Where people stayMonterey and Pacific Groveor Big Sur
Getting aroundA car is close to essential
Money and languageUSDEnglish
AccommodationExpensive

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