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Family Morning at the Discovery Center
3.5 hr · $20–$40
Start your family's day with an engaging visit to the Seymour Marine Discovery Center, where kids can get hands-on with marine life. Afterward, enjoy a delightful and casual breakfast at a local cafe, perfect for refueling little adventurers. Finish with a visit to a nearby park for some outdoor play.
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Santa Cruz Surfing Heritage Afternoon
3 hr · $60–$120
Delve into the vibrant history of surfing in Santa Cruz at the Surfing Museum, uniquely housed in the Mark Abbott Memorial Lighthouse. After your cultural immersion, enjoy a relaxed and airy meal at a hotel restaurant offering coastal cuisine with live music and ocean views, capturing the true spirit of Santa Cruz.
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Electric Bike Rental in Livermore
5.0 (9)6 hrFrom $55
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Great Big Game Show San Jose Immersive Studio at Valley Fair
5.0 (3)1.3 hrFrom $47
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Enchanting small group Yosemite National Park Tour from Cupertino
5.0 (2)14 hrFrom $1,650
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Seafood Sushi-Making Class in San Jose (Includes 3-Course Meal)
5.0 (2)2 hrFrom $165
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Pool Day Pass at Chaminade Resort & SpaSituated on the northwestern edge of scenic Santa Cruz, Chaminade Resort & Spa is the perfect day getaway.
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Poolside Cabana 11:00am - 3:00pm at Hotel Paradox, Autograph CollectionSurrounded by rugged mountains and majestic redwoods, Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection is perfect for an afternoon of relaxation with the largest outdoor pool and deck in Santa Cruz and poolside daybeds and cabanas.
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Redwood Cabana at Chaminade Resort & SpaSituated on the northwestern edge of scenic Santa Cruz, Chaminade Resort & Spa is the perfect day getaway.
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Chaminade Cabana at Chaminade Resort & SpaSituated on the northwestern edge of scenic Santa Cruz, Chaminade Resort & Spa is the perfect day getaway.
From $200Check on ResortPass (opens in a new tab)
Day Pass at Dream Inn Santa CruzThe perfect daycation awaits at Dream Inn Santa Cruz, a retro retreat right on the beach. Take a swim in the outdoor pool, and soak stress away in the hot tub, or relax in a comfy lounger or cushioned daybed with beachfront views.
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Premium Day Pass at Hotel Paradox, Autograph CollectionSurrounded by rugged mountains and majestic redwoods, Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection is perfect for an afternoon of relaxation with the largest outdoor pool and deck in Santa Cruz and poolside daybeds and cabanas.
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Pool Day Pass at La Bahia Hotel and SpaWith a beach-bound playground at your doorstep and surprise luxuries at every turn, La Bahia invokes the seaside spirit of an endless summer holiday.
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Pool Daybed at La Bahia Hotel and SpaWith a beach-bound playground at your doorstep and surprise luxuries at every turn, La Bahia invokes the seaside spirit of an endless summer holiday.
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Signature Cabana at La Bahia Hotel and SpaWith a beach-bound playground at your doorstep and surprise luxuries at every turn, La Bahia invokes the seaside spirit of an endless summer holiday.
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Plunge Cabana at La Bahia Hotel and SpaWith a beach-bound playground at your doorstep and surprise luxuries at every turn, La Bahia invokes the seaside spirit of an endless summer holiday.
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Poolside Cabana 3:15pm - 7:30pm at Hotel Paradox, Autograph CollectionSurrounded by rugged mountains and majestic redwoods, Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection is perfect for an afternoon of relaxation with the largest outdoor pool and deck in Santa Cruz and poolside daybeds and cabanas.
From $175Check on ResortPass (opens in a new tab)
Sunrise Yoga at La Bahia Hotel and SpaWith a beach-bound playground at your doorstep and surprise luxuries at every turn, La Bahia invokes the seaside spirit of an endless summer holiday.
From $25Check on ResortPass (opens in a new tab)