Fun Things to Do

Santa Cruz is a fun and sunny area filled with friendly people and places to enjoy outdoor activities. However, don’t let this bright and cheery front fool you. There’s also a dark and spooky side to Santa Cruz. You can find a lot of historical landmarks and structures that have a rich history of haunted […]

Did you know that the Santa Cruz Wharf isn’t the only public fishing pier in Santa Cruz? Are you curious about what’s under the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk? Ready to investigate one of SoCal’s urban legends? Discover hidden gems in Santa Cruz that reveal the best-kept secrets of this coastal California destination. Go off the

Namaste Santa Cruz. Whether you are an aspiring yogi or a current regular to the practice, there are numerous studios to visit during your stay in the Santa Cruz Area. From Pleasure Point to Aptos and Capitola, you can learn postures and puja from the limber and lithe to help you find your center and

Discover the hidden gems of Santa Cruz without breaking the bank! After saving up for your dream getaway journey and choosing a strategically situated Beachnest vacation home rental, you might be seeking savvy tips to stretch your dollar further while delving into the wonders of the area. Let us guide you through a treasure trove

Top 10 Things to do in Aptos, California Aptos is a quaint California town nestled in between the gorgeous Pacific Coastline and one-of-a-kind nature in the redwood forest. Located south of San Francisco and San Jose, it’s located about 7 miles south of Santa Cruz and 9 miles north of Watsonville. Monterey Bay and Carmel

There’s much to love about this Southern California stronghold. Santa Cruz’s beaches, national and state parks, epic day trip potential, and “small-town feel” farmers markets are what it set apart from its coastal neighbors. While Santa Cruz is no Los Angeles and can hardly be called a small town, the farmer’s markets scattered throughout this

Residing in the southern shadow of San Francisco, Santa Cruz has always been renowned for its picturesque coastline, eclectic culture, energetic atmosphere, and clean breaks. Surfers, artists, hippies, and free thinkers congregate here in the quiet coastal town, tucked away from the metropolitan noise and chaos of the surrounding Bay Area cities.  Santa Cruz is

Located mere steps away from the Santa Cruz Ocean and the Santa Cruz Wharf, you’ll find the Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary (MBNMS).  The Exploration Center isn’t just the perfect place to spend a few hours on a rainy day in Santa Cruz, California. It also offers visitors a chance to dive deep below the

From the pristine coastlines to the majestic redwoods, Santa Cruz is full of amazing things to do. One of the more unique things to do is to visit one of the many fun and interesting Santa Cruz museums.  Santa Cruz has an amazing variety of museums. There really is a museum for everyone.  Art lovers will appreciate