TRAVEL BLOG
Be inspired by what moves. From insider tips, buzzworthy eateries, seasonal finds, micro tours, and not-to-miss events and attractions, find your vacation inspiration in Santa Cruz County.
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A Guide to Santa Cruz County’s Best Fish Tacos
Shaped by the coastline and a deeply casual food culture, fish tacos here show up in many forms, from classic beer-battered styles to grilled fish topped with bright, fresh salsas.
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Wildflower Guide to Santa Cruz County
Visitors looking to explore the blossoming flowers and fields of poppies, lupines, and mustard grass in Santa Cruz have so many excellent options to choose from!
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Best Beaches For Whale Watching
Witnessing the world’s largest mammals emerge from the ocean’s glassy expanse is a sight to behold. Here are the top seven spots for breachcombing in Santa Cruz County.
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Your Guide to Special Occasion Dining in Santa Cruz County
If you are planning a special occasion meal in Santa Cruz County and want a restaurant that rises to the celebration, this guide brings the region’s top choices together in one place.
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Top River and Waterfall Hikes in the Santa Cruz Mountains
Check out a few of our favorites in the Santa Cruz Mountains, including one that leads to a 30-foot waterfall.
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Are You Kidding? Family Fun in Santa Cruz This Winter
Santa Cruz County is your four-season kind of place, and in the winter there’s a special glow. Soft Central Coast temperatures, storm-surge seascapes, misty redwood forest, and even “cooler” vibes make for an ideal winter escape.
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A Mood With a View: Winter in Santa Cruz County
Rain or shine, Santa Cruz County balances a bevy of winter activities for everyone from indoorsy page-turners and museum hoppers to outdoorsy rollercoaster connoisseurs and water sports aficionados.
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The Ultimate Santa Cruz County Winter Bucket List
Winter in Santa Cruz County arrives with a quiet kind of magic. Storm-swept beaches shift by the day, the redwoods fill with the scent of rain, and coastal towns glow with holiday lights.
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Monarch Butterfly Magic at Natural Bridges
In Santa Cruz, we like to celebrate all creatures great and small, especially those of the migrating variety.
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Where to Catch the Best Winter Sunsets
It’s a scientific fact that sunsets are simply better in the winter. Here are the top spots to watch the Best Winter Sunsets in Santa Cruz.
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The Best of Winter Wildlife in Santa Cruz County
Migrating whales, wintering monarchs, extreme tides, elephant seals, and upwards of 400 species of birds make winter the best time for wildlife watching in Santa Cruz County!
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Top 5 Winter Activities in Santa Cruz County
If you’re considering exploring Santa Cruz in the winter, here’s a short list of the top 5 best ways to enjoy the area during the holiday season.