Tag Archives: health

How to Workout in the Sand

If you like to take your workouts outdoors, The Golden State provides a welcomed retreat from Fall’s cooler temperatures. Fortunately, some of the most beneficial exercises can be done amidst the sun and the sand. Here are our recommendations!

The Benefits of our Complimentary Bikes

Nestled beside our patio, not far from the inviting front porch swing, is a guest favorite. It’s an amenity that exhilarates newcomers and enthuses our regulars. It can power a vivacious spirit or soothe a weary mind. It navigates with ease and parks without stress. It allows you to explore by cement or by sand. […]

Why You Need a Beach Vacation

If you’re reading this, we bet you already know you need a beach vacation. But just in case you’re in any doubt, we’ve got you covered! Beach vacations are not only fun, they’re actively good for you. And if you’re staying at Marina Beach Motel in Santa Barbara, we can guarantee it’ll be a stay […]

7 Cool Uses for Seaweed

Seaweed is so much more than its unfortunate name suggests. It’s used in a number of daily products, from food to beauty products to medicine. So before you pick out the seaweed on your plate or scoff at people who use it in their beauty regimens, read about these 7 cool uses for seaweed. You may […]

5 Health Benefits of Spending Time in Nature

Sometimes on vacation it can be tempting to spend your whole trip visiting stores and museums or even just sleeping in your comfortable bed at Marina Beach Motel. But did you know that spending time in nature is actively good for you? It’s true! If you’re still not convinced, here are 5 health benefits of […]

5 Ways Vacation is Good for You

Did you know that going on vacation is good for you? Taking a vacation has benefits for everything from health to productivity. So if you’re on the fence about cashing in your vacation days or storing them up for another year, we recommend taking that vacation. Here are 5 ways that going on vacation is good for […]

5 Health Benefits of Santa Barbara Sunshine

Need another reason to visit Santa Barbara? (Yeah, right!) Well, believe it or not, one of the best reasons to visit Marina Beach Motel is to spend a little time in the sun! If our palm trees, exquisite restaurants and endless miles of beach can’t convince you to stay with us, then the 360 (or so) days […]

3 Health Benefits of Salt Water

If you’re looking for a place to stay in Santa Barbara with a relaxed environment and scenic views, look no further! The Marina Beach Motel is located steps away from the salt waters of the Santa Barbara Beach. Whether you’re looking for a weekend getaway or some family fun, the local beach is a staple attraction […]