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Santa Cruz is one of America's surfing capitals, complete with its own museum devoted to the sport, and a beach whose waves are known all over the world. Spend some time enjoying the amusements on the Santa Cruz Boardwalk, or head over to the local "mystery spot" where gravity doesn't seem to work normally. For outdoor recreation, the Monterey Bay Marine Sanctuary and Natural Bridges State Park are the places to be.
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Best Western All Suite Inn

Nov 21, 2008

I recently stayed at the Best Western All Suites Inn and I usually search for a Best Western while traveling in US and Europe. I was happily surprised on the one in Santa Cruz at the corner of Soquel...more

Tampico Kitchen & Lounge LNG

5 of 5 stars
Santa Cruz, California USA
Nov 17, 2008

I love this Santa Cruz original ...from the huge booths and murals in the bar/lounge to the fresh chips and salsa, nice large HOT plates of comfort food- and great service!. mmmmmm Tampico is...more

Ristorante Italiano

2 of 5 stars
Santa Cruz, California USA
Nov 17, 2008

There are much better places to get Italian food in Santa Cruz. more

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