After watching James Dean in the 50th Anniversay Edition of East of Eden,
it's fun to visit Cannery Row. Monterey is depicted as 'the wrong side of the
tracks' where misunderstood Cal hitches trains each day from scenic Salinas
to dig up his past. If you've never seen it or haven't seen it in a
while, I'd recommend a look.

Today, it's a reversal of fortunes as Monterey is considered scenic, a
haven for tourists. Canneries and Bordellos have been replaced by a world-class
aquarium, souvenir shops and Starbucks among other things. Definitely worth a
visit whether you need to dig up your past or not.