Dr. Ralph Conti

I have heard the most wonderful things about this Doctor so I decided to take my 9 year old in for a well check. I was really just going in to see if he could help me with issues I had been facing with my son.

He didn't care about what I asked or my concerns I had. Dr. Conti was more concerned with not interupting his very scripted exam. I thought he was bubbly and fun for the kids but to actually hear you and help you NO WAY!! I asked about the medication my son was taking and he said that he thought everyone needs meds dont they. He just assumed to know the struggles I have had with my son and dismissed them with a joke.

When I was asking about mental issues he told me that I needed to see another doctor in his practice for that who was better at that then him. I had wasted my time with him. I expect more from my pediatrician.

To top it off my statement from my insurance came in and they charged me for this hearing exam that wasn't covered. We were in the room the whole time so Im not really sure when this $150 hearing exam happened.

BEWARE this dude may have been good in the past but he isn't any longer.

Allcity Lock & Safe

I was asking simple questions and got nothing but attitude from the guy who owns this business. There is no reason that a customer should be made to feel like crap. Don't waste your time with this company you will get nothing but a crazy person to deal with!!

Crow's Nest Restaurant

The food is good but the comedy is even better! We have been to many many comedy shows and this one is by far best. Get a great kinda pricey meal in the resturant or head up to the second level bar area and get cheaper food and great entertainment. Highly recommend.

PROS: comedy show, really good food
CONS: resturant is a little pricey

Capitola Pediatrics Medical Group

If you are looking for a great ped for your children look no further. You have a choice of some of the most caring wonderful doctors I have ever met. My kids were very afraid and I have seen everyone they put my kids at ease. The staff is nice and the facility is cute. Sometimes there are some LONG waits but its worth it for good care.

PROS: nice staff, intelligent doctors
CONS: long waits

Seascape Beach Resort

Right by the beach this hotel is 5 stars!! Perfect for a business trip or a beautiful beach vacation with the family. Huge facilites to play tennis or eat at the YUMMY resturants they have. I HIGHLY recommend this hotel to ALL. Beautiulf rooms. Only con to it is that it's not right near the boardwalk and all the happenings in Santa Cruz but just a short drive away.

PROS: beautiful hotel, nice staff, lots to do, by the beach
CONS: not right near the city part, kinda pricey

Ferrari Florist and Gifts

I love this little flower shop. You can give them a price point and they will whip up a special bouquet for you. The flowers are always fresh and BEAUTIFUL. Its a small little stand with lots of character. Highly recommend for any event that needs flowers.

PROS: service, freshness
CONS: Very small

Bridal Veil Fashions

This was the FIRST place I went to when I started my wedding dress search. I had looked on the internet and in magazines for what I wanted already so I had 3 dresses I wanted to see for sure. Well I was told that they couldn't tell me who made the dresses and the designers tags weren't in them either. I found a couple of the ones I had seen after looking through about 40 dresses. When I tried it on the owner proceeded to tell me it wasn't right that I'm long waisted and need another type of dress. Well I'm short waisted not long waisted because I'm petite. Anyways the experience was HORRIBLE the store was crammed and the owner was extremely rude.

PROS: none
CONS: everything

Chaminade Resort & Spa

I would say this spa is just okay for the price. Santa Cruz is a gorgeous city and the Chaminade gives you an already tranguil feeling. The prices were very high. I would suggest it if you are looking for the ultimate vacation but not necessary for the price.

PROS: beautiful facility, good service
CONS: WAY to pricey

Gayle's Bakery & Rosticceria

Well I live in Vegas but Santa Cruz is my hometown. I LOVE Gayles and I wish we had something even close to it here. High quality food for a great price. The bakery is dangerous because you pretty much want it ALL. The resturant is cute and the smells are soooo yummy. Highly recommend this to ANYONE visiting Santa Cruz you will fall in love.

PROS: food, quality, cute facility, bakery, variety
CONS: little pricey not bad, service is hit or miss

Little Pastry Chef

Well this company came to my kids school to make lots of fun stuff. I think it's so important to teach your kids to cook so this is a wonderful starting point. They have lots of stuff in there facility also and I plan on doing many in the future. Have a fun day out with your kids and teach them a wonderful thing COOKING. Great idea for birthday parties. My kids had a blast HIGHLY recommend.

PROS: teaches kids a great skill, nice service, lots of recipes to choose from
CONS: Facility isnt close to everyone