Santa Cruz, CA Metro Local Lists
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by Chelsea Lin
Citysearch Editor
Toasting Toil: San Francisco Labor Day Planner
Considering that SF's few guaranteed warm days generally coincide with the Labor Day long weekend, we may be more appreciative than most to just kick it outdoors, brown-bagging in Dolores Park or sunning our pasty hides at Ocean Beach. But should the mood… more
In this list: Adventure Cat Sailing Charters, Dolores Park, ATT Park, San Francisco Civic Center Plaza
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by Chelsea Lin
Citysearch Editor
Don't Call It a Staycation: Getting Away Without Going Far
Staycations are so last year--gas prices are almost affordable now and flights are downright cheap--but you may still want to hold off on that trip to Peru until after the next round of layoffs. Fortunately, we're surrounded by places people fly thousands of… more
In this list: El Bonita Motel, August Briggs Wines, Redd, Napa Valley Balloons Inc
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by Chelsea Lin
Citysearch Editor
It looks like the food of the past--sustainable, local, organic--will, after decades of destructive, imported and unnatural agriculture, become the food of the future. Skip the Franken-foods and check out local restaurants supporting the slow food movement, or… more
In this list: Chez Panisse Restaurant, Blue Bottle Coffee Kiosk, Pizzaiolo, Bi-Rite Creamery & Bakeshop
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by Citysearch_Staff
Citysearch Editor
Find San Francisco's most thrilling amusement parks and nearby hotels.
In this list: Best Western-Marine World, Comfort Inn, Holiday Inn Santa Clara-Great America, Hilton Santa Clara
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by Citysearch_Staff
Citysearch Editor
In the mood for romance? From a cozy restaurant or bar to an intimate hotel, treat your sweetie to a romantic date in CITY.
In this list: Wine Cellar, David Bruce Winery, Chez TJ, Toll House Hotel, A Larkspur Collection Hotel
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by Patrick Heig
Citysearch Editor
Campsites in Northern California
Even city-dwellers appreciate a little outdoorsy adventure from time to time. Whether you're planning a simple weekend beach retreat or a full-on, live-off-the-land vacation, check out these campsites for the top places to pitch a tent, near and far.
In this list: Mt Diablo State Park, China Camp State Park, Samuel P Taylor State Park, Butano State Park
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by Citysearch_Staff
Citysearch Editor
Maximize your outdoor fun on the longest days of the year.
In this list: Matt Davis and Steep Ravine Trails, Tomales Point Trail, Berry Creek Falls Trail, Bob Walker Ridge
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by Citysearch_Staff
Citysearch Editor
Explore the outdoors at these popular parks, trails and golf courses.
In this list: Bayland Nature Interpretive, Municipal Rose Garden, Vasona Lake County Park, Pasatiempo Golf Club
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by Citysearch_Staff
Citysearch Editor
Explore the city at these popular outdoor destinations.
In this list: Golden Gate Park, Mt Diablo State Park, Point Reyes National Seashore, Charles Lee Tilden Park
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by jameswevley_citysearch
Citysearch Editor
The earthy and exotic beach town of Santa Cruz offers plenty of high-end restaurants, a fun boardwalk, and charming hotels to make for a delightful weekend getaway.
In this list: Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, Big Basin Redwoods State Park, Pacific Avenue Cycles, Wine Cellar
