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When you think about eating Italian food, what comes to mind? Is it pasta, served family style with meatballs and crusty bread? Or is it pizza with your favorite toppings and a blistered wooden hearth crust? Or, is it fine … Continue reading
There are dozens of great restaurants in Santa Barbara at every price point. It can be so hard to choose (and sometimes harder to get a reservation). Here are five completely different experiences; from waterside to funky to elegant. Each … Continue reading
Santa Barbara is a mecca for both spectacular food and wine. With over 400 restaurants, it is only natural that Santa Barbara food and wine festivals have proliferated. The advantage of a food or wine festival is that it allows … Continue reading
Santa Barbara’s glorious beaches and sublime weather are usually the primary reasons for a visit, but once you are here, consider a trip to the Santa Barbara Botanic Garden. There are displays and activities perfect for the avid outdoors person, … Continue reading
We have curated the best places to shop in Santa Barbara. Take time for a little retail therapy! Santa Barbara has plenty of sunshine, so take a break from time at the beach and in the water. Whether you’re a … Continue reading
Updated for 2024 Santa Barbara is known for its beauty and charm comparable to the French Riviera. Many people might also know it as delicious because of the number of restaurants, so we want to give you our favorite restaurants … Continue reading
Sometimes, despite your best planning, Mother Nature intervenes with a day of rain when you are expecting sun. Don’t be discouraged; there are still many active things to do on a rainy day in Santa Barbara, CA. You can, of … Continue reading
Updated for 2024. When is the right time to start planning for the holidays? We think the 2024 Holiday Events in Santa Barbara will be the best we have had in several years. All your favorites will be back, including … Continue reading
Santa Barbara is a glorious destination for a getaway; it is often called the American Riviera. With so much to see and do, the choices for lodging can be overwhelming. So, we’ve simplified the decision-making with six reasons why The … Continue reading
Updated October 2023 The second Saturday in October celebrates fresh fish in Santa Barbara by honoring its working harbor with over 100 active fisherpeople. It has always been an excellent time to explore the area, meet local fisherpeople, and enjoy … Continue reading
