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Santa Cruz County Conference and Visitors Council's Visitor E-newsletter | Fall & Winter 2006
In This Issue:
WILDLIFE ADVENTURES
View Wild Life on the Central Coast
Believe it or not, the cooler months offer some of the best opportunities to explore nature. Kicking things off on September 22 - 24, 2006 is the second annual Monterey Bay Birding Festival in the Pajaro Valley. At Welcome Back Monarchs Day on Sunday, October 8, 2006, discover why thousands of butterflies choose to winter at Natural Bridges State Park. Between December and March, in the waters of the Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary, you can view some of the best whale watching in California. Or, opt for a guided walk at Año Nuevo State Reserve, the largest mainland breeding colony in the world for the northern elephant seal.
If You Go
WINTER RATES & EVENTS
Chill Out with Winter Rates
and Cultural Events
When the tides reach their annual low in Santa Cruz County, an array of lodging options at discounted winter rates are available. For wine lovers, the fall Passport Event, sponsored by the Santa Cruz Mountain Winegrowers Association, offers exclusive tastings at many wineries not usually open to the public. And throughout the month of October, the Cultural Council of Santa Cruz County's Open Studios Art Tour is an intimate way to meet artists one-on-one in their studios. Or, opt for a concert, ranch visit, or fairy tale during your visit!
HOLIDAY TRAVEL
Prepare for a Dazzling Holiday Season
Santa Cruz County is adorned with seasonal festivities as the holidays approach. At the beach, watch Surfin' Santa ride his board onto Capitola Beach, or see a twinking procession at the Santa Cruz Harbor during the annual Lighted Boat Parade. The Santa Cruz Holiday Lights Train travels through Victorian Santa Cruz as carolers sing and the sweet scent of hot spiced cider fills the air. For shoppers, eclectic gift choices can be found on Saturday, December 2nd, at the annual Watsonville Holiday Factory Sale. Or attend the annual Jingle Shells Art & Book Festival and end your day by watching the world's largest Blue Whale skeleton get dressed for the holidays!
Upcoming Events
Weekends thru Christmas
Visits with Santa at Marini's Candies
December 9, 2006
Downtown Santa Cruz Holiday Parade
Travel Deals
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The Santa Cruz County Conference and Visitors Council (CVC) is the official destination marketing organization for Santa Cruz County. A private, non-profit corporation, the CVC is dedicated to promoting Santa Cruz County as a visitor, conference, and film destination by providing comprehensive information to travelers. For more information, contact the CVC at 831.425.1234 or 800.833.3494. Or visit the CVC's web site at www.santacruz.org.