Name: Lovely Studio with Kitchen in charming Aptos
Address: Aptos

Striking landscapes, walking trails, native plant and animal life ... The Forest of Nisene Marks State Park has all the ingredients for the ideal day outdoors. Fill your daypack with some snacks and a water bottle and immerse yourself in nature.

If you love hearing the word "free" as much as most people do, you'll be happy to know this protected natural landscape is precisely that. The Forest of Nisene Marks State Park is located in Santa Cruz County. If you want to keep your itinerary full while you're around these parts, also drop by Mystery Spot, Rio Del Mar Beach and Seacliff State Beach.

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Quiet Mind Mountain Lodge, Retreat and Spa

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Sep 8 - Sep 15

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Dallas (DFW) to San Diego (SAN)

9.2/10 Wonderful! (507 reviews)

Everything was nice

Reviewed on Jul 28, 2025

Alila Marea Beach Resort Encinitas, a Hyatt Luxury Resort

per person

Sep 24 - Sep 28

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Denver (DEN) to San Diego (SAN)

8.8/10 Excellent! (187 reviews)

Great property will most likely come back and beautiful views. Great pool and view from pool.

Reviewed on Jul 22, 2025

Aqua Breeze Inn

Westside Santa Cruz

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Sep 12 - Sep 16

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Roundtrip non-stop flight included

Newark Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) to San Jose (SJC)

8/10 Very Good! (1,003 reviews)

Perfect spot to stay and be close to the boardwalk. You could hear the fun happening during park hours and when the park closed, it was quiet. Great place to stay. We will definitely come back.

Reviewed on Jul 25, 2025

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Santa Cruz Redwoods Forest Therapy

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Capitola Friday Night Food Tour

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Beginner Surfing Lesson - Pacifica or Santa Cruz

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Beginner Surfing Lesson - Pacifica or Santa Cruz

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Santa Cruz 2Hour Guided eBike Tour for Small E-Bike Groups

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