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Sailing and leisure
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From excitement at a beachside amusement park to an evening sail, Santa Cruz County has attractions to entertain the whole family. Photo courtesy of Carolyn Lagattuta

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Coastal beauty
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Santa Cruz County's coastline features beautiful seaside scenery, ocean wildlife, and world-class surfing. Photo courtesy of Carolyn Lagattuta

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A Creative Community
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American Idol James Durbin of Santa Cruz delivers his magic for the home crowd before dazzling America. Photo courtesy of Russell Martin and BluePacificPhotography.com ©2010

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Wineries
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Wineries throughout Santa Cruz County invite you to taste their top-notch red and white wines. Photo by Frank S. Balthis © 2011. All rights reserved.
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Shopping
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Sidewalk cafes, beachside boutiques, and beautiful restaurants feature local Santa Cruz specialties. Photo by Frank S. Balthis © 2011. All rights reserved.

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Bicycling
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Bikeways and walking trails wind through the redwoods, along the coast, and all through the beautiful UCSC campus. Photo courtesy of Jim Mackenzie
