When thinking of Santa Cruz, you likely imagine surfers or the boardwalk. If you go a little farther, you'll find a ...

Staying at one of the coveted Crystal Cove cottages is like taking a travel trip back in time – and it could make for the perfect Christmas gift, if you’re lucky enough to nab a spot. Getting a ...

California has some of the best coastal towns in the U.S. for a summer weekend. From artsy enclaves to historic fishing villages, the Golden State’s shoreline is packed with scenic escapes. A good ...

“How lucky we are in California to have this coastline that’s so protected and so accessible,” the foundation’s executive director, Rachel Norton, told SFGATE on Wednesday. “It’s really hard to make a ...