Visit Santa Cruz County

Say goodbye to 2024 and hello to 2025 in Santa Cruz County! We have so many local restaurants, hotels, music venues, and attractions celebrating this New Year's Eve! See where the fun is at with our blog below! And from the whole team at Visit Santa Cruz County, we wish you a happy, healthy, and prosperous 2025! #happynewyear #NYE #visitsantacruz #visitsantacruzcounty

Happy Holidays from the Visit Santa Cruz County team! #hapoyholidays #merrychristmas #visitsantacruz #visitsantacruzcounty

VISIT SANTA CRUZ COUNTY PARTICIPATES IN CLUB CALIFORNIA JAPAN   Resetting attendance records from the spring ‘24 event, Visit California Japan welcomed 140 attendees to its fall event! To pair with Visit California’s "The Ultimate Playground" branding, all guests took the Play Style Quiz and received stickers identifying their play styles: The Competitor, The Explorer, The Joker, The Director, The Collector, or The Artist. The training portion included a two-room seminar with a rotating format, grouping partners by region and encouraging guests to post their Play Wish plans on the branded bulletin board. The "California Night" networking portion began with the partner “Lucky Draw” on the outdoor terrace. The reception to follow featured California-inspired foods, craft beer, and wine selections along with live entertainment by talented Japanese musician Keisuke Murakami.  Thank you, Sachiyo Hara for representing Visit Santa Cruz County on our behalf! #visitsantacruzcounty #visitsantacruz #visitcalifornia

Host your next meeting at the Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley, where modern functionality meets serene natural beauty. Nestled in the redwoods near Silicon Valley and Santa Cruz beaches, this venue offers versatile spaces, modern amenities, customizable catering, and access to activities like wine tasting and zip lining, all with stunning surroundings and expert event support. #visitsantacruzcounty #visitsantacruz #hilton

VISIT SANTA CRUZ COUNTY CELEBRATES CONFERENCE HOTEL SALES TEAMS Visit Santa Cruz County wants to take a moment to spotlight and appreciate the incredible sales teams from our conference hotels! Your drive, dedication, and creativity pave the way for success, turning visions into achievements and strategies into action. From crafting compelling pitches to building lasting relationships, your work sets the foundation for growth and impact. Here's to you, the champions of collaboration and results! #visitsantacruz #visitsantacruz

Due to severe weather, there are many road closures happening around Santa Cruz County right now. Use caution and follow us on X for PSAs on closures, weather warnings, and to find other sources sharing storm information. Stay safe! https://lnkd.in/g93EQnhb

VISIT SANTA CRUZ COUNTY ATTENDS SMART MEETINGS   Flavia Oliveira, CHIA, CAHTA , Director of Sales and Travel Trade represented Visit Santa Cruz County at Smart Meetings Incentive, connecting with planners from across the USA who specialize in booking incentive travel. Incentive programs are all about creating memorable experiences, and Santa Cruz County offers the perfect blend of natural beauty, unique venues, and coastal charm to inspire and motivate teams. Engaging with such a dynamic group of professionals reaffirms the growing interest in Santa Cruz County as a destination for incentive travel. We're excited to continue exploring this market and showcasing all that our region has to offer for extraordinary incentive programs.   #visitsantacruz #visitsantacruzcounty #meetsmart 

VISIT SANTA CRUZ COUNTY ATTENDS SMART MEETINGS   Flavia Oliveira, CHIA, CAHTA , Director of Sales and Travel Trade represented Visit Santa Cruz County at Smart Meetings Incentive, connecting with planners from across the USA who specialize in booking incentive travel. Incentive programs are all about creating memorable experiences, and Santa Cruz County offers the perfect blend of natural beauty, unique venues, and coastal charm to inspire and motivate teams. Engaging with such a dynamic group of professionals reaffirms the growing interest in Santa Cruz County as a destination for incentive travel. We're excited to continue exploring this market and showcasing all that our region has to offer for extraordinary incentive programs.   #visitsantacruz #visitsantacruzcounty #meetsmart 

Winter meeting "free time" in Santa Cruz = relaxing with the monarch butterflies at Natural Bridges! Whether you're taking a break from the boardroom or adding some pre or post-conference vacation days, Santa Cruz County is full of inspiring spots throughout the year, just waiting to be discovered! Meet Different in Santa Cruz County: Where every meeting feels like a retreat!

VISIT SANTA CRUZ COUNTY ATTENDS CALSAE SEASONAL SPECTACULAR! Visit Santa Cruz County brought a festive flair to this year’s California Society of Association Executives (CalSAE) Seasonal Spectacular! partnering with Chaminade Resort & Spa, Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley, Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection and Seacliff Inn, Tapestry Collection by Hilton, we proudly showcased why Santa Cruz County stands out as the premier destination for association meetings. From stunning venues to unforgettable coastal experiences, Santa Cruz County offers a seamless blend of inspiration, innovation, and connection—perfect for elevating your next meeting or event. Thank you to everyone who stopped by to learn more about how we can bring your vision to life. Let’s make your next meeting extraordinary! #VisitSantaCruz #CalSAE #AssociationMeetings #EventPlanning