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Life is a Beach!
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Put Your Pup On Cruz Control – And Win a Let’s Cruz DogCation®
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The change of seasons brings shorter days—and, perhaps, a sense of urgency to score a little “away” time following six months of pandemic travel restriction. What better place than Santa Cruz? Fresh air, pounding surf and dog-friendly activities abound. Also, don’t forget to enter to win a two-night “DogCation” getaway that includes lodging at the Paradox Hotel, wine tasting, a train excursion and gift certificates galore. For the latest on Santa Cruz County businesses open during the Covid-19 era, click here.
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Hotel Paradox
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Paws and Pillows
So… are you up for a splurge or on a pandemic budget? Santa Cruz lodgings on both ends of the spectrum are rigorously adhering to sanitation and safety protocols so both you and your four-legged buddy can rest assured. If boutique is your thing, the dog-friendly Hotel Paradox, with 170 “boldly designed” rooms is a solid choice. Read more...
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Dog "Training"?
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Redwoods, Railroads, Beaches and More
If you don’t live on the coast, you’ve gotta wanna get to a beach with your surf-crazy pup now and then. Start at Mitchell’s Cove, it’s the No. 1 dog beach in Santa Cruz. It’s the first strand up the coast from the lighthouse on West Cliff Drive, where you can walk for miles with your leashed dog. Read more...
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Bargetto Winery
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Take Time to Wine Down
Bargetto is the oldest winery in the county, established in 1933 and still operated by the same family. (Hint: if you entered the DogCation® contest, you might just win a free tasting there.) Leashed pets are allowed on the Soquel Creek courtyard. You’ll need a reservation, but all it takes is a phone call, so don’t hesitate to make one! Read more...
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Win a Santa Cruz DogCation!®
Historically known as the quintessential California beach vacation, Santa Cruz County is the best place to put your paws in the sand. Enter the Santa Cruz DogCation® Getaway for a chance to win a two-night stay at Hotel Paradox, where you and your pup can embrace your mutual sense of adventure.
In addition to the two-nights, the package includes four tickets to pet-friendly Roaring Camp Railroads, wine tasting at the historic Bargetto Winery and gift certificates to Pizza My Heart and Pet Pals.
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Linger Longer at a Patio Table With Your Pup
October on the coast can be chilly, so pack a jacket when choosing a dog-friendly patio for an alfresco meal. Toasty outdoor heaters add ambience, and most restaurants have them, so no worries there!
For ocean-view dining, try the Crow’s Nest, a beloved, 50-year-old classic on Santa Cruz Harbor. Read more...
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