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Where to Eat This Week in Santa Barbara: Tamira, Barbareño

It’s time to try something different. Last round of ‘where to eat,’ we brought the ultimate comfort food. This week? Top-notch Indian at Tamira and upscale BBQ at Barbareño.

5 Santa Barbara Instagram Accounts to Guide You Around Town

Whether you’re a native or just dreaming about your next getaway, let these photographers show you around Santa Barbara. Here are our favorite five Santa Barbara Instagram accounts that capture the best of our views, food, drinks, architecture, and more. Bronstad, a.k.a. “Poses Awkwardly,” knows how to photograph a sunset. He often plays off the lights […]

Santa Barbara November 2017 Events

None of us is ready to face November yet — that’s true. We’re still pumped about Halloween. But if you’re planning to see Santa Barbara in November 2017, here’s what should be on your radar! Thanksgiving Day Pumpkin Smash – November 23, 10:00 AM – 3:30 PM. Hosted by the Santa Barbara Zoo, this is […]

Where to Eat This Week in Santa Barbara: Comfort Food Edition

Vacation doesn’t have to mean expensive dinners out, and it doesn’t have to mean you have to make a McDonald’s run. Especially as it’s getting colder at night. This is why Santa Barbara comfort food exists. And it’s awesome. Here’s where to go. We’re here to spread the good news about Mac N Cheese After Dark. Open Thursday […]

10 Reasons You Need to Plan a Trip to Santa Barbara Right Now

Who needs a reason to take a spontaneous vacation? You do! Whether that’s a 50-mile or 500-mile journey, here’s the proof you need to spontaneously plan a trip to Santa Barbara. We’ll do the healthy thing in the morning when we get to the Santa Barbara Farmers’ Market. Then maybe go for a little swim, […]

Family-Friendly Santa Barbara – Fun for All Ages

We’re a family friendly motel! We just want to see you and your crew have a great time. We’ve got some family friendly ideas for your next visit to Santa Barbara. First, you need a game plan. Depending on the age of your children (and your own endurance), everyone might be “done” with a given […]

Fall Is Here! We’ve Got Your Festival Itinerary.

Our Santa Barbara fall transition is underway! We’ve got some ideas on how to get outside instead of just holing up on the couch until May. You won’t even need a bathing suit. Celebration of Harvest – Friday, September 29-Monday, October 2. We do not lack for wine parties in Santa Barbara, and especially not when […]

Santa Barbara Bulletin: Upcoming Events & the Latest News

Summer’s end doesn’t mean the fun‘s over. This is Santa Barbara, after all. From the symphony to some exciting fall festivals, we’re ready for the good news of October! We’re really looking forward to the Santa Barbara Harbor & Seafood Festival. There’s no shortage of great food and eating events on the West Coast. That’s […]

Things to Do in Santa Barbara This September

September is a very happening month for Santa Barbara! We’re closing out peak produce season, the weather is beautiful, and tourists are slowing their roll — our calendars are full of exciting, unusual events. You can pickle that! Eat fermented foods and not-fermented foods (and beverages!), learn about the process of fermentation, and enjoy live […]

Where to Eat This Week in Santa Barbara: The Blue Owl, Cuernavaca

There’s no shortage of incredible food and drinks in the Santa Barbara area. Whatever mood you’re in, whatever you like: it’s all here. The Blue Owl. 5 W Canon Perdido, Santa Barbara. These people know how to do a sandwich right. More specifically, they know how to turn traditional Asian dishes into something incredible — plus […]