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Birichino Winery
Santa Cruz
Founded in 2008 by Alex Krause and John Locke, Birichino Winery in Santa Cruz County is a renowned establishment with a focus on achieving the perfect balance of perfume, poise, and puckishness in their wines.
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MJA Vineyards Westside Tasting
Santa Cruz
The story of MJA Vineyards brings you on an adventure. The founder, Marin John Artukovich – the “MJA,” comes from a long line of Croatian tradesmen and farmers, steeped in the culture of winemaking.
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Santa Cruz Mountain Vineyard
Santa Cruz
Santa Cruz Mountain Vineyard, established in 1975, is renowned for its European-style, cellar-worthy wines in Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz County.
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Sones Cellars
Santa Cruz
Sones Cellars in Santa Cruz offers a unique and dog-friendly experience for wine enthusiasts and their furry companions.
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Storrs Winery – Santa Cruz
Santa Cruz
Hand-harvested from sustainably farmed vineyards throughout the Santa Cruz Mountains, Storrs Winery in Santa Cruz fully expresses the varietal intensity and minerality of mountain viticulture. Their wines beautifully showcase the exquisite balance found in California's cool, coastal climate.
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Paw-some events for the dog days of summer
Pup-friendly festivals are popping up across California this summer and fall. From Puptopia in Big Bear to Bark & Meow in Berkeley and winery fundraisers in Napa, these events bring dog lovers together while supporting rescue and animal welfare groups.
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Surf and sand in Santa Cruz
Santa Cruz pairs legendary surf breaks with towering redwoods and 17 dog-friendly beaches along its 29-mile coastline. Add wineries, breweries and a walkable downtown, and you have the perfect pup-friendly getaway.
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Surf towns and sand on the Central Coast
Hit the road along California's Central Coast with your dog, from Santa Cruz beaches and Cannery Row patios to off-leash Carmel Beach and Pismo's pup-friendly lighthouse suites. Sun, surf, and tail wags await.
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California dreamin’ with your dog: Top eleven favorite pet-friendly vacation destinations
California is packed with dog-friendly vacation spots, from Marin County's beaches and hiking trails just across the Golden Gate Bridge to Santa Cruz's surf-friendly shores. Here are some of the best pet-welcoming destinations across the Golden State. California is a top destination.
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Cruz your way to a wine heaven
Santa Cruz County is home to more than 70 small-production wineries and tasting rooms, many of them dog-friendly. Follow the Organic Wine Trail or the Corralitos Wine Trail for a relaxed afternoon of sipping with your pup at your side.
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There are many ways to camp
Not a tent person? California glamping has you covered, from safari-style canvas tents at Inn Town Campground in Nevada City to Airstreams at AutoCamp near Yosemite, the Russian River, and Santa Barbara. Many welcome dogs.
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