Santa Barbara is a great sightseeing destination. We wanted to share some of our favorite outdoorsy and nature-oriented picks. You don’t have to be a botanist to enjoy these spots. Beyond Stearns Wharf and Cabrillo, there are plenty of scenic parks and gardens in Santa Barbara for the average tourist. Santa Barbara Botanic Garden The S.B.B.G. is a “living museum” of […]
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Santa Barbara is home to many wonderful dining experiences. Chuck’s Waterfront Grill & The Endless Summer bar-café is one of those restaurants. With great food, a great environment, and amazing views of the Santa Barbara Harbor, it’s not a place to be missed on your next Santa Barbara trip.
We just can’t rest with our restaurant recs. Your average Santa Barbara diner and other comfort food havens don’t rest, either. Whether your day’s all about eating or you’re of a more active mentality… here’s where you’re headed when it hits fifty degrees tonight.
While Santa Barbara is sunny pretty much year-round, everyone goes to the movies sometimes. It’s not a cold- or dreary-weather exclusive activity. Did you know that the winter holidays usually bring in more movie-goers than most other days of the year? And hey, you’re on vacation. This goes without saying, but you can do whatever you want. […]
There’s always something to see or do in Santa Barbara. So hop on one of our free bicycle rentals, and take a self-guided bike tour of the city! Hey, we’re inclusive of all lifestyles and interests here. Maybe sun-tanning or shopping aren’t quite your speed. Maybe you like to move a little faster, or you just want […]
Hey, feeling like a fun weekend road trip? Whether it’s 100 miles or fewer than 10, your whole gang will have a great time in Santa Barbara. We’ve even planned your itinerary — from start to finish. Don’t think of it as a vacation. Think of it as a getaway, a weekend trip. You want to keep things flexible […]
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.
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]