Located off Highway 1 north of Santa Cruz, Costanoa Lodge and its collection of canvas tents, wood cabins, and campsites may look like a state park, but this private lodge and campground is anything but rough. The lodge is lovely, but the canvas tents are perfect for a family. Instead of the old coleman sleeping bags, there are comfy beds with downy duvets. Mind you, unless you stay in the lodge, you have to traipse outside to use the loo, but unlike the nasty latrines of summer camp, the camping area’s bathrooms are spotless and have heated concrete floors and dry saunas. Snag one of the heavy canvas tents (ask for Pine Village’s number 29, 30, or 31 for seclusion). Or upgrade to the Douglas Fir Cabins (they sleep four), where you’ll have access to a wood-burning fireplace and an outdoor hot tub with spectacular views. There’s a restaurant on site serving fabulous organic local produce, fresh local fish, and local wines. Kids will love the mountain biking, insect hunts, tidal pools and exploring on the beach. You’ll enjoy the yoga, horseback riding, and the spa’s massages. The comforts are cozy, but Costanoa’s beauty is in its hiking trails and proximity to beautiful beaches. Enjoy trail hikes that take you through a secluded path of coastal cliffs offering stunning views of the nearby Pigeon Point lighthouse.
149.1 million: That’s the number of people age 16 or older in the U.S. labor force. Among the nation’s workers are 80.0 million men and 69.1 million women. That’s a lot of people who will be enjoying the labor day weekend. I hope you’ve got something special planned. Enjoy your weekend!
by Michael
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