Flight
SJC or SFO will be the best for international travel, or for those of you who would like to rent a car and venture down the coast. Monterey has a small airport for those of you that don't mind the tiny planes ;).
Hotel
We are staying at the Carmel Mission Inn, just down the road from the venue. It is pet and family friendly, but fair warning - not a whole lot surrounding the area! If you won't have a car and fancy walking around, we suggest staying in downtown Carmel. Loads of lovely restaurants and cafes.