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Spending the Holiday Season in Santa Cruz: A Coastal Winter WonderlandIf you’re dreaming of a holiday season with ocean views instead of icy streets, Santa Cruz is the perfect destination. This laid-back surf town turns festive in its own beach-town way — with lights on palm trees, holiday trains...
11/10/2025
🎨 This Weekend: Santa Cruz Open Studios — All-County Edition!Good news: The All-County phase of Santa Cruz’s annual Open Studios Art Tour happens this weekend — Saturday and Sunday, October 18 & 19, 2025 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. That means studios across all parts of the county — from the coast to ...
10/16/2025
Mountain Biking in Santa Cruz and Monterey: Trails, Thrills, and Coastal AdventureThe Santa Cruz and Monterey Bay area is a dream for mountain bikers. With towering redwoods, sweeping ocean views, and miles of flowing singletrack, it’s a place where you can ride year-round and never get bored. Wh...
10/06/2025
The California coast is a truly vast space, chock-full of adventure and natural beauty. It’s got it all—soaring mountain ranges, gigantic redwood forests, and hundreds of miles of idyllic coastline. No discussion of the Golden State would be complete without mention of the act of riding waves, th...
09/26/2025
 14 Sageland CourtScotts Valley, CA 950664 Bed / 3 Bath 2,143 SQFT   Listed at $1,599,000  Just Listed in Scotts Valley! Neatly tucked away on a quiet cul-de-sac, not far off the beaten path, 14 Sageland Court is situated on a large sunny lot and features a versatile spacious open floorplan with ...
08/10/2025
Santa Cruz in a Day: Coastal Views, Good Food & Local FlavorFrom beachside bites to cliff walks and downtown browsing, this itinerary gives you a taste of what Santa Cruz does best — casual, coastal, and cool.Morning Coffee + Beachside StrollStart at: Cat & Cloud Coffee (near the harbor) Chill lo...
07/29/2025
Tee Time on the CoastIf you're a golf enthusiast, few places in the world offer a more breathtaking and diverse golfing experience than California’s Central Coast. Nestled between the Pacific Ocean and rolling coastal hills, Santa Cruz and Monterey County are home to some of the most scenic, chal...
07/19/2025
There's something magical about hoisting a sail and heading out into the sparkling waters of the Monterey Bay. Whether you're gliding past sea otters in the Santa Cruz Yacht Harbor or navigating into the historic docks of the Monterey Harbor, this stretch of California coastline offers a sailing ...
04/08/2025
The History and Resources of the Monterey Bay National Marine SanctuaryThe Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary (MBNMS) is one of the nation’s most treasured marine environments, offering breathtaking coastal beauty, rich biodiversity, and countless opportunities for recreation and education. T...
03/16/2025
Exploring the Rich History of the Monterey Bay Region: A Maritime LegacyThe Monterey Bay region is celebrated for its breathtaking coastline, thriving marine life, and rich history, making it a place where cultures, commerce, and innovation have intersected for generations. This coastal paradise'...
03/08/2025
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