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OVK: The listing was written in an ad form, please read our policy on listings and don't tout

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The listing was written in an ad form, please read our policy on listings and don't tout

108.239.182.117: added listing Segway Santa Cruz

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added listing Segway Santa Cruz

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Double listing

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 North of the lighthouse are a series of little pocket beaches, some that disappear entirely in the winter. The first one, '''It's Beach''', and across the street at Lighthouse Field (see www.folf.org) are two of the few places in town that dogs can be run off leash (''before 10AM and after 4PM only'') you will often dozens of dogs are chasing sticks, balls, and each other. '''Mitchell's Cove''', just north, also allows dogs. '''Natural Bridges State Beach''', whose famous monarch butterflies are discussed above, is a popular windsurfing beach.  The name is misleading: one of the two stone bridges collapsed a few years ago.  Just south of Natural Bridges is the tiny clothing-optional '''2222 Beach'''.
-Heading further north along the coast, you leave the city limits and pass through agricultural fields for 11 miles before reaching the small town of Davenport, which has a couple of restaurants, a B&B, and a huge cement plant that dominates the skyline. Each turnout along the road marks a beach, many of which are prime surf spots.  '''Wilder Ranch State Park''' can be reached by a new bike path from just north of Natural Bridges.  Its several nice beaches include '''Three Mile Beach''' and '''Four Mile Beach''', named after their distances from town.  The one known as '''Red, White, and Blue Beach''', a private nude beach - is now CLOSED for good by the owner, '''Laguna Creek Beach''' (with parking on the east of highway 1), '''Panther''' (lots of poison oak) and '''Hole-in-the-Wall Beach''' (connected by a passage that closes at high tide), '''Bonny Doon Beach''' (another famous clothing optional spot), and '''Davenport Beach'''.  For those who want to tour the beaches, Highway 1 has wide shoulders that are generally safe for cycling.
+Heading further north along the coast, you leave the city limits and pass through agricultural fields for 11 miles before reaching the small town of Davenport, which has a couple of restaurants, a B&B, and a huge cement plant that dominates the skyline. Each turnout along the road marks a beach, many of which are prime surf spots.  '''Wilder Ranch State Park''' can be reached by a new bike path from just north of Natural Bridges.  Its several nice beaches include '''Three Mile Beach''' and '''Four Mile Beach''', named after their distances from town.  The one known as '''Red, White, and Blue Beach''', a private nude beach - is now CLOSED for good by the owner, '''Laguna Creek Beach''' (with parking on the east of highway 1), '''Panther''' (lots of poison oak on the paths to get there) and '''Hole-in-the-Wall Beach''' (connected by a passage that closes at high tide), '''Bonny Doon Beach''' (another famous clothing optional spot), and '''Davenport Beach'''.  For those who want to tour the beaches, Highway 1 has wide shoulders that are generally safe for cycling.
 It should be noted that the beaches North of the Boardwalk, especially those on the open ocean instead of the bay, can have huge waves and strong currents, so care should be taken in the water, even by strong swimmers.

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 North of the lighthouse are a series of little pocket beaches, some that disappear entirely in the winter. The first one, '''It's Beach''', and across the street at Lighthouse Field (see www.folf.org) are two of the few places in town that dogs can be run off leash (''before 10AM and after 4PM only'') you will often dozens of dogs are chasing sticks, balls, and each other. '''Mitchell's Cove''', just north, also allows dogs. '''Natural Bridges State Beach''', whose famous monarch butterflies are discussed above, is a popular windsurfing beach.  The name is misleading: one of the two stone bridges collapsed a few years ago.  Just south of Natural Bridges is the tiny clothing-optional '''2222 Beach'''.
-Heading further north along the coast, you leave the city limits and pass through agricultural fields for 11 miles before reaching the small town of Davenport, which has a couple of restaurants, a B&B, and a huge cement plant that dominates the skyline. Each turnout along the road marks a beach, many of which are prime surf spots.  '''Wilder Ranch State Park''' can be reached by a new bike path from just north of Natural Bridges.  Its several nice beaches include '''Three Mile Beach''' and '''Four Mile Beach''', named after their distances from town.  The one known as '''Red, White, and Blue Beach''', a private nude beach - is now CLOSED for good by the owner, '''Laguna Creek Beach''' (with parking on the east of highway 1), '''Panther'''(watch out for poison oak) and '''Hole-in-the-Wall Beach''' (connected by a passage that closes at high tide), '''Bonny Doon Beach''' (another famous clothing optional spot), and '''Davenport Beach'''.  For those who want to tour the beaches, Highway 1 has wide shoulders that are generally safe for cycling.
+Heading further north along the coast, you leave the city limits and pass through agricultural fields for 11 miles before reaching the small town of Davenport, which has a couple of restaurants, a B&B, and a huge cement plant that dominates the skyline. Each turnout along the road marks a beach, many of which are prime surf spots.  '''Wilder Ranch State Park''' can be reached by a new bike path from just north of Natural Bridges.  Its several nice beaches include '''Three Mile Beach''' and '''Four Mile Beach''', named after their distances from town.  The one known as '''Red, White, and Blue Beach''', a private nude beach - is now CLOSED for good by the owner, '''Laguna Creek Beach''' (with parking on the east of highway 1), '''Panther''' (lots of poison oak) and '''Hole-in-the-Wall Beach''' (connected by a passage that closes at high tide), '''Bonny Doon Beach''' (another famous clothing optional spot), and '''Davenport Beach'''.  For those who want to tour the beaches, Highway 1 has wide shoulders that are generally safe for cycling.
 It should be noted that the beaches North of the Boardwalk, especially those on the open ocean instead of the bay, can have huge waves and strong currents, so care should be taken in the water, even by strong swimmers.

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 North of the lighthouse are a series of little pocket beaches, some that disappear entirely in the winter. The first one, '''It's Beach''', and across the street at Lighthouse Field (see www.folf.org) are two of the few places in town that dogs can be run off leash (''before 10AM and after 4PM only'') you will often dozens of dogs are chasing sticks, balls, and each other. '''Mitchell's Cove''', just north, also allows dogs. '''Natural Bridges State Beach''', whose famous monarch butterflies are discussed above, is a popular windsurfing beach.  The name is misleading: one of the two stone bridges collapsed a few years ago.  Just south of Natural Bridges is the tiny clothing-optional '''2222 Beach'''.
-Heading further north along the coast, you leave the city limits and pass through agricultural fields for 11 miles before reaching the small town of Davenport, which has a couple of restaurants, a B&B, and a huge cement plant that dominates the skyline. Each turnout along the road marks a beach, many of which are prime surf spots.  '''Wilder Ranch State Park''' can be reached by a new bike path from just north of Natural Bridges.  Its several nice beaches include '''Three Mile Beach''' and '''Four Mile Beach''', named after their distances from town.  The one known as '''Red, White, and Blue Beach''', a private nude beach - is now CLOSED for good by the owner, '''Laguna Creek Beach''' (with parking on the east of highway 1), '''Panther''' and '''Hole-in-the-Wall Beach''' (connected by a passage that closes at high tide), '''Bonny Doon Beach''' (another famous clothing optional spot), and '''Davenport Beach'''.  For those who want to tour the beaches, Highway 1 has wide shoulders that are generally safe for cycling.
+Heading further north along the coast, you leave the city limits and pass through agricultural fields for 11 miles before reaching the small town of Davenport, which has a couple of restaurants, a B&B, and a huge cement plant that dominates the skyline. Each turnout along the road marks a beach, many of which are prime surf spots.  '''Wilder Ranch State Park''' can be reached by a new bike path from just north of Natural Bridges.  Its several nice beaches include '''Three Mile Beach''' and '''Four Mile Beach''', named after their distances from town.  The one known as '''Red, White, and Blue Beach''', a private nude beach - is now CLOSED for good by the owner, '''Laguna Creek Beach''' (with parking on the east of highway 1), '''Panther'''(watch out for poison oak) and '''Hole-in-the-Wall Beach''' (connected by a passage that closes at high tide), '''Bonny Doon Beach''' (another famous clothing optional spot), and '''Davenport Beach'''.  For those who want to tour the beaches, Highway 1 has wide shoulders that are generally safe for cycling.
 It should be noted that the beaches North of the Boardwalk, especially those on the open ocean instead of the bay, can have huge waves and strong currents, so care should be taken in the water, even by strong swimmers.

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+[[File:Big wave breaking in Santa Cruz.jpg|300px|thumb| Big wave breaking]]
 * '''Surf.'''  You can visit spitcast [http://www.spitcast.com] to get the latest surf forecast.
 * Kayaking

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	*<do name="Grateful Dead Exhibit" alt="" address="1156 High Street" directions="" phone="" url="" hours="Library hours" price="" lat="" long="">An extensive collection of memorabilia and artifacts from the Grateful Dead which was donated to the University of California, Santa Cruz in 2008. An exhibit featuring rotating artifacts is located in the McHenry Library at the center of campus. The library and exhibit can be accessed for free, whether or not the patron is a student.</do>		*<do name="Grateful Dead Exhibit" alt="" address="1156 High Street" directions="" phone="" url="" hours="Library hours" price="" lat="" long="">An extensive collection of memorabilia and artifacts from the Grateful Dead which was donated to the University of California, Santa Cruz in 2008. An exhibit featuring rotating artifacts is located in the McHenry Library at the center of campus. The library and exhibit can be accessed for free, whether or not the patron is a student.</do>
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−	*<do name="Segway Santa Cruz" alt="Segway Tours" address="302 Pacific Avenue" directions="#17 toOcean. Right on Broadway. Left on Pacific. " phone="831-466-0206" url="http://www.segwaysantacruz.com" hours="10am to 5pm" price="Weekdays $69. Weekend and Holidays $89.00" lat="Daily" long="2 hrs">SEGWAYS BY THE SEA... Delight in gliding on an eco-friendly Segway while enjoying some of the most spectacular views and attractions Santa Cruz has to offer.
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−	~~Whether you are a native to Santa Cruz or just visiting, Segway Santa Cruz Tours offer a one-of-a-kind experience you'll want to share with family and friends this summer.~~
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−	~~Enjoy gliding on a Segway along West Cliff's beautiful, ocean seascapes frontage to Natural Bridges with splendid photo opportunities of spectacular views all along the way.~~
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−	We'll visit the historical Santa Cruz Lighthouse and Surf Museum. Listen to barking, sun-basking, seals serenade us from Seal Rock. Glide down Santa Cruz's Municipal Wharf like a celebrity as visitors watch with interest and take photographs as we pass by.
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−	You won't want to be hungry on this tour. Your tummy will growl taking pleasure in all the wonderful smells of good food with a variety of restaurants nestled between great souvenir shops on the Wharf. We'll stop to watch seals frolic around the pier. You'll be tickled with glee when you get up close and personal with the local marine life.
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−	~~You'll enjoy viewing the famous Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk from an entirely fresh and exciting perspective... on a self-balancing, eco-friendly Segway!~~
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−	Share something new, cool and a ton of fun with summer visitors! Tours are limited in size so you can count on a great, intimate experience. Reservations are required. Tours sell out quickly. Book your Segway Tour today. </do>
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	*<do name="Grateful Dead Exhibit" alt="" address="1156 High Street" directions="" phone="" url="" hours="Library hours" price="" lat="" long="">An extensive collection of memorabilia and artifacts from the Grateful Dead which was donated to the University of California, Santa Cruz in 2008. An exhibit featuring rotating artifacts is located in the McHenry Library at the center of campus. The library and exhibit can be accessed for free, whether or not the patron is a student.</do>		*<do name="Grateful Dead Exhibit" alt="" address="1156 High Street" directions="" phone="" url="" hours="Library hours" price="" lat="" long="">An extensive collection of memorabilia and artifacts from the Grateful Dead which was donated to the University of California, Santa Cruz in 2008. An exhibit featuring rotating artifacts is located in the McHenry Library at the center of campus. The library and exhibit can be accessed for free, whether or not the patron is a student.</do>
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		+	*<do name="Segway Santa Cruz" alt="Segway Tours" address="302 Pacific Avenue" directions="#17 toOcean. Right on Broadway. Left on Pacific. " phone="831-466-0206" url="http://www.segwaysantacruz.com" hours="10am to 5pm" price="Weekdays $69. Weekend and Holidays $89.00" lat="Daily" long="2 hrs">SEGWAYS BY THE SEA... Delight in gliding on an eco-friendly Segway while enjoying some of the most spectacular views and attractions Santa Cruz has to offer.
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		+	Whether you are a native to Santa Cruz or just visiting, Segway Santa Cruz Tours offer a one-of-a-kind experience you'll want to share with family and friends this summer.
		+
		+	Enjoy gliding on a Segway along West Cliff's beautiful, ocean seascapes frontage to Natural Bridges with splendid photo opportunities of spectacular views all along the way.
		+
		+	We'll visit the historical Santa Cruz Lighthouse and Surf Museum. Listen to barking, sun-basking, seals serenade us from Seal Rock. Glide down Santa Cruz's Municipal Wharf like a celebrity as visitors watch with interest and take photographs as we pass by.
		+
		+	You won't want to be hungry on this tour. Your tummy will growl taking pleasure in all the wonderful smells of good food with a variety of restaurants nestled between great souvenir shops on the Wharf. We'll stop to watch seals frolic around the pier. You'll be tickled with glee when you get up close and personal with the local marine life.
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		+	You'll enjoy viewing the famous Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk from an entirely fresh and exciting perspective... on a self-balancing, eco-friendly Segway!
		+
		+	Share something new, cool and a ton of fun with summer visitors! Tours are limited in size so you can count on a great, intimate experience. Reservations are required. Tours sell out quickly. Book your Segway Tour today. </do>
	===Events===		===Events===

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 * '''Asian Rose Cafe''', 514 Front St, Santa Cruz, CA 95060, (831) 423-7906.  Vegan Californian/Sri Lankan food. $1-5 depending on the number of items; much friendlier and laid-back Santa Cruzian scene. In the evening, this same restaurant goes by the name Malabar.
 * '''Malabar''', 514 Front St, Santa Cruz, CA 95060, (831) 423-7906. Excellent curried mangos and Kofta Joe.  The service can be surly, but don't worry about it. Eat and be happy.  Sunday night dinner is a fixed menu consisting of naan, salad, various curries and rice (in small amounts) and a dessert; however, the price is determined by what you think it is worth.  Only have $5?  It's okay.  Feel like it's worth $20, that works too.
 *<eat name="Chaminade Resort &amp; Spa" alt="" address="One Chaminade Lane" directions="" phone="800-283-6569" url="http://www.chaminade.com" hours="" price="" lat="" long="">Two amazing restaurants featuring menus using only the freshest produce from local farms.  If you're in town on a Sunday, Chaminade's Sunset Restaurant has an award-winning Sunday morning Champagne brunch. Happy hour is every Tuesday-Thursday, 4:00-6:00pm. </eat>
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 * '''Best Western Torch Lite Inn''', 500 Riverside Avenue, ''+1 831'' 426-7575, Fax: ''+1 831'' 460-1470, [http://book.bestwestern.com/bestwestern/productInfo.do?propertyCode=05120].
 * '''Chaminade Resort & Spa''', 1 Chaminade Lane,  ''+1 800'' 283-6569,  [http://www.chaminade.com]. 156 rooms & suites on a scenic mountain ridge, overlooking the Monterey Bay and the Santa Cruz Mountains. Offers two award-winning restaurants, a newly renovated spa, fitness center, heated outdoor swimming pool, two outdoor Jacuzzis, four lighted tennis courts, geocaching and three miles of hiking trails.

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	* '''Best Western Torch Lite Inn''', 500 Riverside Avenue, ''+1 831'' 426-7575, Fax: ''+1 831'' 460-1470, [http://book.bestwestern.com/bestwestern/productInfo.do?propertyCode=05120].		* '''Best Western Torch Lite Inn''', 500 Riverside Avenue, ''+1 831'' 426-7575, Fax: ''+1 831'' 460-1470, [http://book.bestwestern.com/bestwestern/productInfo.do?propertyCode=05120].
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		+	* '''Casablanca Inn & Bistro''', 101 Main Street , ''+1 831'' 423-1570, Fax: ''+1 831'' 423-0235, [http://www.casablanca-santacruz.com].

	* '''Chaminade Resort & Spa''', 1 Chaminade Lane, ''+1 800'' 283-6569, [http://www.chaminade.com]. 156 rooms & suites on a scenic mountain ridge, overlooking the Monterey Bay and the Santa Cruz Mountains. Offers two award-winning restaurants, a newly renovated spa, fitness center, heated outdoor swimming pool, two outdoor Jacuzzis, four lighted tennis courts, geocaching and three miles of hiking trails.		* '''Chaminade Resort & Spa''', 1 Chaminade Lane, ''+1 800'' 283-6569, [http://www.chaminade.com]. 156 rooms & suites on a scenic mountain ridge, overlooking the Monterey Bay and the Santa Cruz Mountains. Offers two award-winning restaurants, a newly renovated spa, fitness center, heated outdoor swimming pool, two outdoor Jacuzzis, four lighted tennis courts, geocaching and three miles of hiking trails.

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	The annual '''Santa Cruz Blues Festival''' in late May [http://www.santacruzbluesfestival.com/].		The annual '''Santa Cruz Blues Festival''' in late May [http://www.santacruzbluesfestival.com/].
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		+	'''420''' which occurs yearly on April 20th, is a local celebration of marijuana smoking. Students, locals, and people from around California gather in the University of California Santa Cruz campus to consume marijuana.

	Santa Cruz boasts a lively '''Salsa''' dancing scene, with '''Salsa By The Sea''' a key attraction. Every Sunday year round (weather permitting), locals come to the Boardwalk to dance in the open air by the beach. Hours vary by the time of the year, but sometime in the afternoon, and always free. Other regular events are at the Vets Hall every Tuesday and the Palomar every Friday.		Santa Cruz boasts a lively '''Salsa''' dancing scene, with '''Salsa By The Sea''' a key attraction. Every Sunday year round (weather permitting), locals come to the Boardwalk to dance in the open air by the beach. Hours vary by the time of the year, but sometime in the afternoon, and always free. Other regular events are at the Vets Hall every Tuesday and the Palomar every Friday.