When thinking of Santa Cruz, you likely imagine surfers or the boardwalk. If you go a little farther, you'll find a neighborhood with food, cottages, and charm.

At the northern end of California's Monterey Bay, about 90 minutes south of San Francisco, is the buzzing beach town of Santa Cruz. One of the can't-miss spots when you're visiting this coastal ...

Planning a beach vacation? California boasts the best boardwalk in the entire country, according to Fodor’s Travel. The travel guide recently ranked the top 10 boardwalks across the United States in ...

Summer weather is far from over in California, where temperatures can skyrocket well into October. What better way to enjoy these last squeezin’s of heat than soaking them in on a beach boardwalk? The ...

The Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk works closely with Cal OSHA to conduct thorough inspections of its amusement rides, ensuring they meet stringent safety standards and are among the safest in the ...

Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... SANTA CRUZ — Many locals and visitors alike have found memories and associations with the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and no times at the amusement park is ...

In late 2025, the Santa Cruz housing market stabilized as sales rose 12.2% and prices cooled by roughly 22%. This ...