Discover Santa Barbara Blog

Discover Santa Barbara's Favorite Places - From The Beaches To The Wine Country

Fri, 7 Jun 2013 01:42:26 -0400

Enjoy the best of Santa Barbara County, California. Local residents and visitors recommend their favorite Santa Barbara California beaches, restaurants, hotels, wineries, and more. Now mobile-friendly!

Make The Most Of YourSanta Barbara Visit

Tue, 16 Apr 2013 17:08:11 -0400

There are so many things to do when you visit Santa Barbara. That's exactly why it is challenging to visit this place in only a few days. You'll want

El Encanto Santa Barbara - The Place Of Enchantment

Wed, 3 Apr 2013 01:16:36 -0400

El Encanto Santa Barbara is a local treasure not to be missed. This historic hotel is The Most Romantic Destination in Santa Barbara, California.

Carpinteria State Beach And The Coastal Vista Trail

Wed, 27 Feb 2013 20:46:34 -0500

Carpinteria State Beach is perfect for California beach camping. Tent camping and RV camping on the beach is within walking distance to town! Walk along the Coastal Vista Trail.

Save 56% on 2 Drinks and Calamari!

Tue, 19 Feb 2013 21:04:20 -0500

Get an order of fresh calamari and two adult beverages at Santa Barbara Shellfish Company on Stearns Wharf - all for just $12! Offer expires April 30, 2013.

5 Reasons Santa Barbara is a Must-See

Thu, 7 Feb 2013 17:50:32 -0500

When you go to a foreign place, you have to be open to adapting to that area. This will make travelling easier for you, plus it will also open your eyes

State and Fig

Thu, 7 Feb 2013 16:55:35 -0500

Beautifully remodeled but in a hard to find location. The menu was simple, but delicious. The staff, and the owners were very nice, and complimented

Banff Film Festival Schedule

Sun, 27 Jan 2013 15:28:53 -0500

It's time for the Banff Film Festival World Tour! This is a fun and unique night at the movies for all outdoor lovers. Check here to find out when the Banff World Tour is coming to Santa Barbara, California.

Santa Barbara Bowl Schedule

Sun, 27 Jan 2013 15:24:54 -0500

The 2013 Santa Barbara Bowl season has begun! See who's on the schedule now and buy your SB Bowl tickets here. Why not plan your next Santa Barbara vacation around an event at The Bowl?

Santa Maria CA Hotels

Tue, 25 Dec 2012 19:06:33 -0500

There are many good Santa Maria CA hotels, ...and even MORE bad ones. Use this research to help you find a really nice room for a good rate in Santa Maria, California.

Hotels In Goleta CA Near UCSB and Santa Barbara Airport

Thu, 15 Nov 2012 01:39:02 -0500

Hotels in Goleta CA are closest to Santa Barbara Airport, University of California Santa Barbara (UCSB), and Goleta Beach County Park. Just 10 miles from Santa Barbara, it's a lot less expensive to stay in Goleta.

Santa Barbara Car Rental Tips

Sat, 22 Sep 2012 18:40:07 -0400

Learn how to save money on your Santa Barbara car rental. Compare car rental prices online and find your lowest rates, Guaranteed! Completely updated and now mobile-friendly!

Discover Santa Barbara Is Becoming Mobile-Friendly!

Sat, 15 Sep 2012 22:02:55 -0400

I've been busy over the summer converting my website into a mobile-friendly format. Even my hotel reservation module is mobile-friendly now!

This update also includes new navigation links in the upper right corner, and new styling for the left-column and footer navigation links.

Look for descriptive sentences above the header to identify converted pages. Future new and updated pages will all be optimized for mobile devices. Please let me know what you think!

Jalama Beach Grill Jalama Beach County Park

Tue, 28 Aug 2012 15:20:50 -0400

Jalama Beach Store & Grill is home to the World Famous Jalama Burger®. Locals drive from miles around just to enjoy one of these great burgers at Jalama

Cold Spring Tavern

Tue, 7 Feb 2012 02:45:44 -0500

Going To Cold Spring Tavern Is The Greatest! It is about a 35-40 minute up the 154 pass (maybe it is less) and is an historic log cabin restaurant and

Santa Barbara Wineries

Fri, 30 Dec 2011 14:52:08 -0500

Visit 16 Santa Barbara wineries in 4 days without ever leaving the California coast. Santa Barbara is a great place to go wine tasting if you don't have time to visit the Santa Ynez wineries.

Santa Barbara California Beach Vacation Rentals Can Save You Money

Wed, 30 Nov 2011 18:22:15 -0500

Santa Barbara California beach vacation rentals allow you to live like a local in one of the world's most beautiful destinations. The weather is great here this time of year! Rent an entire house for the price of a hotel room.

Santa Barbara Wine Country

Sat, 20 Aug 2011 03:13:30 -0400

Santa Barbara Wine Country is home to more than 100 wineries. Whether you prefer white, red or pink, you're sure to find a new favorite wine from Santa Barbara County.

Petrini's Italian Restaurant14 W Calle Laureles, Santa Barbara

Thu, 11 Aug 2011 23:03:32 -0400

Great Italian Food and great people. Delia's Comments: Petrini's is the Oldest Italian Restaurant in Santa Barbara. Since 1958, this has been a local's

Camping In California - Southern California Campgrounds

Sat, 6 Aug 2011 19:22:40 -0400

Camping in California is the most economical way to enjoy the state. Learn how to reserve the best camping sites in California and when it's the best time to go camping in Southern California. Discover your favorite Southern California campgrounds.

Santa Rosa Island ~ Channel Island National Park

Thu, 4 Aug 2011 01:51:39 -0400

Plan a trip to Santa Rosa Island for a California beach vacation you'll never forget. Go for an afternoon adventure, or camp out over the weekend. Boat trips to Santa Rosa Island run from April through November. Air transportation is available year round. Here's how to plan your island trip.

Prince William and Kate Visit Santa Barbara California - July 9, 2011

Sun, 10 Jul 2011 20:52:58 -0400

Prince William and Kate visited Santa Barbara California on July 9, 2011. The royal newlyweds attended a charity polo event at Santa Barbara Polo & Racquet Club. Watch a video of Prince William's opening speech.

Santa Barbara Airport Flight Departures and Arrivals

Fri, 1 Jul 2011 23:06:28 -0400

This Santa Barbara Airport schedule provides up-to-the-minute status on all flight departures and arrivals. Book a flight, check flight status, get flight tracking and follow airport delay information for airports around the world.

Stay At Best Western of Santa Barbara

Mon, 23 May 2011 01:32:58 -0400

There are seven Best Western hotels in Santa Barbara County. Whether you want to stay on the beach or in the wine country, there's a Best Western nearby.

Find The Best Deals On Hotels In Santa Barbara County, Guaranteed!

Mon, 28 Mar 2011 18:16:37 -0400

Easily and quickly compare Santa Barbara County hotel room rates. Sort by Popularity, Price, Customer Rating, and Location. Best Rates Guaranteed!

Giessinger Winery

Tue, 22 Mar 2011 10:56:19 -0400

It costs a little less for a lot more tasting here: $8.00 for 16-20 wines. The wine tasting environment is nice enough, and you're already at Kalyra.

Take Paragliding Lessons If You've Ever Dreamed Of Flying

Thu, 17 Feb 2011 03:45:45 -0500

Make memories! Schedule paragliding lessons or hang gliding lessons during your Santa Barbara vacation. Most students fly solo their first day, and one-day lessons are available! Learn to fly at the Best Training Hill in the US.

Fly Above All Reservation Form

Wed, 16 Feb 2011 13:17:15 -0500

Fly Above All teaches paragliding lessons and sells tandem paragliding flights in beautiful Santa Barbara, California. Reserve your flight today.

Santa Barbara Resorts Will Spoil You

Thu, 10 Feb 2011 23:46:00 -0500

Santa Barbara resorts are legendary for their unsurpassed beauty and first-class accommodations. Discover why Santa Barbara has become a favorite destination for travelers seeking nothing less than perfection.

Best Airport Shuttle Service in Santa Barbara County

Wed, 12 Jan 2011 17:04:10 -0500

Airport shuttle service companies provide safe, economical transportation in and around Santa Barbara County. Hire a chauffeur for a day of wine tasting, or charter a limo, bus or motor coach for your group.

Brophy Bros, Santa Barbara Harbor

Mon, 10 Jan 2011 19:16:18 -0500

I love to take visitors to Brophy's and work our way through the Clam Bar menu: Garlic Baked Clams Steamed Mussels Oysters on the Half Shell Oyster Shooters...

Pet Friendly Motels in Santa Barbara

Tue, 21 Dec 2010 03:27:11 -0500

Pets need vacations, too! And there are plenty of pet friendly motels and dog friendly beaches in Santa Barbara County. Find great pet friendly lodging here, and enjoy the sun & fun with your best friend.

Watch SBI! TV And Learn How To Make Money Online

Sun, 12 Dec 2010 19:53:24 -0500

Learn how YOU, too, could create a REAL online business by watching SBI! TV. If you've ever wanted to earn a little extra income, or dreamed of creating enough profit to quit your J.O.B., SBI! could be the answer for you. Just like it was for me. Check it out!

Visit Santa Ynez Wineries

Sun, 12 Dec 2010 15:54:15 -0500

Some Santa Ynez wineries offer more than just wine tasting, Tour a vineyard, take a cooking class or attend a winemaking demonstration. Visiting a few Santa Ynez Valley wineries is lots of fun and highly recommended.

Longoria Wines

Sun, 12 Dec 2010 14:54:12 -0500

The Longoria Wines tasting room is in one of the oldest buildings in downtown Los Olivos. The metal-sided building dates back to the early 1900s and was

Beckmen Vineyards

Sun, 12 Dec 2010 14:35:09 -0500

Beckmen Vineyards is a small, family-run winery established in 1994. Their Purisima Mountain vineyard has earned acclaim as one of North America's best

Roblar Winery and Vineyards

Sun, 12 Dec 2010 14:19:09 -0500

Roblar Winery And Cooking School is a lovely place to taste wine. The main tasting room is reminiscent of a mountain lodge with its huge fireplace and

Santa Cruz Island ~ Channel Islands National Park

Wed, 8 Dec 2010 01:38:51 -0500

Santa Cruz Island features one of the largest sea caves in the world and one of the best hikes in the entire park. Enjoy the beauty of nature, far away from civilization.

Anacapa Island ~ Channel Islands National Park

Thu, 2 Dec 2010 04:14:37 -0500

Visit Anacapa Island in the springtime to see one of Channel Islands National Park's most brilliant wildflower displays. See marine mammals up close and explore more than 100 sea caves by kayaking along the rugged California coastline.

Jaffurs Wine Cellars

Thu, 11 Nov 2010 17:44:25 -0500

This winery is easy to miss. It's on your right as soon as you turn on to Montecito from Milpas. But, leave it for last. The wine tasting area has no

Whitcraft Winery

Thu, 11 Nov 2010 17:43:38 -0500

Whitcraft Winery is in an industrial complex across the parking lot from West Marine. It's a moderate hike down the street from Carr Winery. (Salsipuedes

Carr Winery

Thu, 11 Nov 2010 17:42:40 -0500

Situated in a 1940s Quonset hut, this Santa Barbara wine tasting room is definitely worth visiting. The ambiance was great! Although it did feel more

Summerland Winery Boutique

Thu, 11 Nov 2010 17:37:25 -0500

The Summerland Winery tasting room was very pleasant and the wine was good. The staff was friendly and knowlegable. Parking places are sometimes hard

Wine Cask Alliance

Thu, 11 Nov 2010 17:33:47 -0500

The Wine Cask Alliance includes over 100 California wineries. Their tasting room features different wineries each month. This is a restaurant with a wine

Kunin Wines

Thu, 11 Nov 2010 17:31:16 -0500

This Santa Barbara wine tasting room has an uncluttered, modern design with a sophisticated feel. The wine-tender was very friendly and informative. Definitely

Kalyra Winery

Thu, 11 Nov 2010 17:26:31 -0500

This Tiki-bar/surfer-themed wine tasting room is cool and inviting. The tasting fee is $10. As with all the wineries I've visited, if you are a member

Oreana Winery

Thu, 11 Nov 2010 00:56:42 -0500

This is another great Santa Barbara wine tasting room. The tasting fee is $10, which is refunded with a 3-bottle purchase. Oreana Winery is right across

Santa Barbara Winery

Thu, 11 Nov 2010 00:53:49 -0500

Don't miss Santa Barbara Winery! The wine is excellent and the tastings are generous. The tasting fee is just $5! That's the best deal in town! Pierre

The Natural Cafe, Goleta, CA

Sun, 31 Oct 2010 00:35:05 -0400

This is one of my favorite everyday restaurants. The prices are reasonable and the ingredients are always fresh. The Natural Cafe has a full vegetarian