This county in northern California is filled with an eclectic bunch of University of California, Santa Cruz students, Silicon Valley tycoons, surfing enthusiasts and left-leaning residents. Its ...

From Seattle’s RailSpur to downtown Healdsburg, here are 10 swanky new hotels and luxe glamping resorts opening in 2025.

Looking for a coastal location that's off the beaten path? This state park close to downtown Santa Cruz offers stunning views ...

With rugged beauty and consistent waves, Santa Cruz is a surfer’s paradise. Here’s where and when to get your board in the ocean, and how to respect the marine wildlife.

In the 1880s and 1890s, the Santa Cruz Mountains became celebrated for award-winning wines, with many of the wineries run as resort hotels. These included Villa de Fontenay on Vine Hill, Hotel de ...