"An outdoor shopping center in the heart of Carmel-by-the-Sea that mixes luxury retailers and boutique shops, offering a pleasant patio atmosphere for shopping and people-watching in a compact, walkable setting." - Cu Fleshman Cu Fleshman Cu is a freelance writer and editor with more than five years of experience. She has written for a variety of publications, including Afar, Matador Network, and Editoire. No matter where she is in the world, you can find her hunting for local eats and hiking trails. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines