SANTA CRUZ, CA (April 10, 2006) - The Santa Cruz Boardwalk has been named "Best of America" by the editors of Reader’s Digest magazine. The Boardwalk was recognized for "Best Seaside Strolls."

Citing the Giant Dipper roller coaster, beach volleyball, and plenty of sun, the Santa Cruz Boardwalk is among seven "seaside strolls" nationwide worthy of a Reader's Digest mention, and one of only two in California.  The top 100 “Best of America” issue debuts on newsstands April 18, 2006.

The complete list of Reader’s Digest, "Best Seaside Strolls" includes:

• Atlantic City, New Jersey. Oldest and wildest of 'em all.
• Virginia Beach, Virginia. Three miles of fun.
• Santa Cruz, California. Roller-coasting and beach volleyball too.
• Santa Monica, California. Music and dancing.
• Ocean City, Maryland. Water slides, plus an enormous1902 carousel.
• Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. Top family getaway.
• Rehoboth Beach, Delaware. Views of bright blue water and shops galore.

"Our country is full of hidden treasures, creative products and inspiring stories that often don’t grab the national spotlight," said Reader’s Digest Editor-in-Chief Jackie Leo. "We had great fun putting this lively and surprising issue together."

Reader’s Digest "America’s 100 Best" can be identified by state or category on www.rd.com/boa where readers can nominate entries for next year’s collection.



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