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This 26-lane bowling alley formerly known as the Surf Bowl just off the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, is an entertainment arena popular with locals, tourists, and bowling leagues. The facilities are equipped with automatic scorin... more
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Soif is a restaurant you wouldn't want to miss. Amidst contemporary decor awaits contemporary food, comprising Crostini, tapas, pasta, salmon, risotto, small plates of Chorizo and Meatballs, and plenty of cheeses. In the desser... more
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Lick Observatory serves as a leading observational astronomy research and education center open to students, professionals and public. Each half hour, a 15-minute presentation on the history of the observatory is shown in the 3... more
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Motorcycle enthusiasts won't be disappointed by this incredible museum, which is housed inside the Harley Davidson dealership. After checking out the latest Harley models the dealership has on display, you may explore the amazi... more
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Whether you'd like to catch a great show, or put on your own event, this historic auditorium is the perfect place. Opened in 1940, the auditorium is home to all sorts of events, from great classical and rock concerts, to lively... more
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Bing, ring, and beep are common sounds here at the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, the West Coast's seaside amusement park. It is a video gamers heaven and where quarters come to rest. You will find hundreds of video games and pinb... more
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Come out with family and friends for a day of sunshine and fun at this historic amusement park and boardwalk. Over 34 rides and attractions provide a full day of fun for visitors of all ages, with wild thrill rides like the Gia... more
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Ricicle said
…. We went downtown, and then over to the beach boardwalk. Santa Cruz beach boardwalk (if I… continue reading »
Santa Cruz Travel Experiences
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Santa Cruz..not that far.
We loved Santa Cruz - it was really laid back and had a really good atmosphere. It was the stereotypical Calafornian beach town you'd ima... Continue reading »
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Remote Camping
I had selected this state park because it's the oldest in California, founded in 1902. The drive there once I got off 1 onto 9 was quite... Continue reading »
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Fun Day at the boardwalk
About 70 miles south of San Francisco and 48 Miles from San Jose, Santa Cruz is said to have more than 300 sunny days a year. A far cry f... Continue reading »
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Surfing Santa Cruz
Having left Moab after a morning's mountain biking, we had 21/2 days and the small matter of 990 miles to travel before going we got to s... Continue reading »
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Getting Acquainted
Woke up to the sound of birds chirping outside my window and was off to a great start for the day. Packed up what little I had unpacked f... Continue reading »
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Popular Santa Cruz Hotels
- Coast Santa Cruz Hotel
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