Santa Cruz is a beach town situated on the northern edge of Monterey Bay, about 75 miles south of San Francisco. It is known for its moderate climate, natural environment, coastline and redwood forests. In Santa Cruz County, the fun only begins at the beach. With over 14 state parks, wineries, museums, farmer’s markets and outdoor activities like hiking, stand up paddle boarding, surfing, canopy tours and mountain biking, there […]
Festival of Lights – Mission Inn & Spa
The Mission Inn Festival of Lights has been one of the main traditions during the winter season. It is an extravagant display of Christmas lights that combines with the famous and historic California hotel for a unique night out that is worth the drive to Riverside. The Mission Inn is a National Historic Landmark. The AAA Four Diamond Hotel features 238 guest rooms, including 27 spacious guest suites. The […]