The gorgeous Monterey Bay, refreshing redwood forests, miles of hiking trails, and many of your favorite eateries and shops are waiting to say, “Welcome to Santa Cruz!” With that, like so many places, there have been some changes, added restrictions, and guidelines that travelers must be aware of. Read What You Need to Know to
We are so excited to safely welcome you back to Santa Cruz County! The fresh ocean air, towering redwoods, miles of hiking trails at our gorgeous state parks, and many of your favorite Santa Cruz County eateries and shops are all waiting to say, “Welcome to Santa Cruz!” To help make your responsible travel plans
By Garrick Ramirez
With kid-friendly attractions such as the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Roaring Camp Railroads plus miles of sandy beaches, it’s little wonder Santa Cruz County is favorite destination for families. And while all hotels welcome kiddos, some go the extra mile to delight the smallest members of your party. We’re talking big perks for little people. Offering everything from giant bouncy platforms to s’mores parties on the beach, here are the top kid-friendly hotels in Santa Cruz County.
It’s a gorgeous Saturday morning and you’re craving a vigorous mountaintop trek, but the kiddos only want to stroll a virtual landscape of pixelated zombies. Sound familiar? We’ve got the solution: easy, scenic hikes with fun surprises and engaging activities that your kids will love. With quality time outdoors and away from the screens, these five outings are your new weekend ace in the hole.
Halloween is here and Santa Cruz County has all the spooky fun! Trick-or-Treating on the Wharf, a Halloween Parade in the Capitola Village, a Monster Masquerade, and so much more! Check out some of the best Halloween celebrations throughout the county!