Fun Things to Do

Santa Cruz Nightlife Guide Whether you live in Santa Cruz or are visiting on vacation, this city has plenty to offer for a fun night out on the town.  Santa Cruz, located in central coastal California and right on Monterey Bay, is an ideal spot for a beach getaway, whether for a whole week or […]

Things To Do In Santa Cruz Located on central California’s coast, Santa Cruz has been a popular vacation destination for many years. From amusement parks to beaches and botanical gardens there is so much to see and do while visiting the area. Just over an hour from San Francisco and 30-minutes from San Jose, Santa

Visiting the Santa Cruz Museum of Art & History If the idyllic coastline and redwood forests of Santa Cruz weren’t enough to draw you in, its rich art scene and local history might. And what better way to get to know the area when staying at a local vacation home than by taking a trip

The Best Gyms in Santa Cruz for Visitors  If you are planning a visit to Santa Cruz, Aptos, or Capitola, you might be looking for a way to stay in shape. A 24-hour fitness center that offers personal training, cardio, and fitness classes are great places to start, and there are also plenty of health

A Visitor’s Guide to the Santa Cruz Lighthouses Lighthouses have guided mariners home for hundreds of years. The city of Santa Cruz is home to two iconic lighthouses, and many others dot the region’s coastline. While there are so many great things to do when you venture out of your vacation rental in Santa Cruz,

17 Super Fun Things to Do in Capitola, California Are you planning a visit to Capitola or Santa Cruz, California? If so, you might be looking for fun things to do. The area surrounding Capitola and Santa Cruz County has lots of fun activities for people of all ages. Whether you are looking for art

Things To Do When It Rains In Santa Cruz Santa Cruz, California, is known for its hot weather during most of the year. Outdoor attractions, like the Santa Cruz beach boardwalk and its amusement park, Mystery Spot, whale watching, and miniature golf, are quintessential activities in this coastal area. So, what does one do when

What to Do in Santa Cruz with Kids Santa Cruz is a city full of fun, excitement, and local color—no less so if you’ve got little ones in tow. Where else can you and the family enjoy a relaxing afternoon at the beach, observe local marine wildlife, hike an ancient redwood forest, take in some

Santa Cruz Shopping If you’re looking for a fun way to pass the afternoon in Santa Cruz, why not check out some of downtown’s fantastic Santa Cruz shopping options? You can support your local retailer, find some fun and exciting products, and make the most of your time shopping in Santa Cruz, CA! Bookstores Santa