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Featured Coastal Cities
Discover sustainable destinations that are leading the way in ocean health and community well-being.
Copenhagen
World's most livable city with ambitious carbon-neutral goals and excellent water quality.
Carmel-by-the-Sea
A charming artistic village with pristine beaches and strict environmental protection policies.
Copenhagen
The Danish capital leads global efforts in sustainable urban planning and carbon neutrality.
Monterey
Home to the world-famous Monterey Bay Aquarium and a leader in marine conservation.
Sydney
Iconic harbor city with world-class marine sanctuaries and sustainable tourism practices.
Copenhagen
The Danish capital leads global efforts in sustainable urban planning and carbon neutrality, with innovative approaches to coastal management and green energy.
Today's Weather
Current conditions on the coast in Carmel-by-the-Sea.
Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary
San Francisco Bay
Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary
Castelli Fashions
Premier destination for men's clothing, formal wear, and women's clothing in Capitola. Offering high-quality fashion and personalized service with 5-star ratings. Perfect for special occasions, business attire, and everyday style.
Lights Out Tattoo
Premier tattoo studio in Santa Cruz offering custom tattoo art, expert piercings, and professional body art services. Our talented artists specialize in various styles from traditional to contemporary designs. Walk-ins welcome or book an appointment for personalized service.
Kirk's Forge
Custom metal art and sculptural works by Kirk McNeil. Specializing in ocean-inspired metal sculptures, including stunning shark and marine life pieces. Each piece is handcrafted with attention to detail, celebrating coastal wildlife and maritime heritage through artistic metalwork.
San Luis Obispo Farmers Market
Weekly farmers market featuring local organic produce, artisan goods, and sustainable food vendors in downtown SLO.
Earthbound Farm Organic
Organic farm tours and educational programs promoting sustainable agriculture and organic farming practices.
Lights Out Tattoo
Upcoming Events
Join our community events and make a positive impact on ocean health and coastal sustainability.
Oceanic Dance Book Signing & Oceanic Cities App Kickoff
Join author and Oceanic Cities founder Franklin Marshall for the official Oceanic Dance Book Signing & Oceanic Cities App Kickoff at Aquarium of the Bay in San Francisco. This special National Ocean Month event will bring together literature, technology, coastal discovery, local commerce, community engagement and ocean awareness. Guests will be introduced to Oceanic Dance: A Collection of 101 Oceanic Poems, featuring ocean-inspired poetry together with ocean-health information, marine sanctuaries, sea-life education, personal development and holistic-living themes. The event will also serve as a major public kickoff for the Oceanic Cities App — Connecting Communities, Commerce & Waterways and its mission of helping people Discover • Connect • Promote • Protect. Demonstrate how Oceanic Cities connects people with coastal cities, waterways, local businesses, events, environmental resources, media and community experiences.
Incredible sunrise this morning from our eco-lodge balcony! 🌅 There's something magical about coastal mornings - the sound of waves, the salt air, the endless horizon. This is why we chose to live sustainably by the ocean. What's your favorite coastal morning ritual?
Small business spotlight: Marina's Seaweed Farm 🌱 This innovative local business is growing kelp sustainably for both food and carbon sequestration. They're creating jobs while helping fight climate change! Their kelp noodles are absolutely delicious too. Supporting local = supporting our planet!
🌊 OCEAN HEALTH UPDATE: Our local marine sanctuary has reported a 15% increase in sea turtle sightings this year! This is fantastic news and shows that our conservation efforts are working. Key factors include reduced plastic pollution, protected nesting areas, and community education programs. Let's keep up the great work! #MarineConservation
Just spent the morning doing a beach cleanup at Sunset Cove! 🏖️ Collected over 50 pounds of plastic waste with our local conservation group. It's amazing how much difference we can make when we work together! Who else is organizing cleanup events in their coastal cities? #BeachCleanup #OceanConservation
