The American Riviera
The championship golf course at Sandpiper has been rated by Golf Digest in the top twenty five public golf courses in the nation. It was designed by William F. Bell and opened in 1972 featuring beautiful rolling fairways and challenging greens in a…
Glen Annie Golf Club is a championship golf course situated in the rolling foothills of scenic Santa Barbara. This challenging layout is enhanced by breathtaking panoramic ocean and mountain views and is always maintained with the highest…
One of the longest "short courses" in Southern California at 6,009 yards, the Santa Barbara Golf Club provides the most affordable golf experience in the area. Prime time play between 7am-9am daily. Tee times available one week in advance; weekend…
Frog Bar & Grill at Glen Annie Golf Club is one of Santa Barbara’s most popular dining venues. Our first class restaurant & bar is housed in award winning architecture and features spacious patios, three fireplaces and an elegant…
If you think golf courses are just different combinations of grass and sand, you haven’t experienced golf in Santa Barbara. Yes, you’ll find lush fairways and smooth, fast greens. But you’ll also find three courses, just a short drive from one another, in one of the best vacation spots around. Simply put, there’s no other golf destination like it.
Learn MorePhoto Credit: Aidan Bradley Santa Barbara golf courses range from greens to blues, hillsides to countrysides. It only makes sense that The American Riviera® possesses some of the most incredible golf courses in the country. Santa Barbara offers…
Learn MoreA reservoir nestled in the Santa Ynez Mountains, Cachuma Lake has become a haven for camping enthusiasts, watersport fanatics and families vacationing in Santa Barbara, especially during the warmer months. Things to Do at Cachuma Lake Recreation…
The beautiful and contemporary, brand new hotel features 98 lavishly-appointed guest rooms with microwaves and refrigerators, one suite and several studio rooms with wet-bars and sofa sleepers. Welcome, the…
Click here to book now! Surrounded by beautiful lavender gardens, the Lavender Inn by the Sea is just two blocks from Santa Barbara's picturesque beaches and yacht harbor. Stearns Wharf, the oceanfront bike path, and downtown shops and…
Welcome to Santa Barbara’s premier beachfront hotel. Our family-friendly 4-Diamond resort provides all of the services you need to experience the best for your Santa Barbara vacation. Whether you are looking for a romantic retreat, a…
Frog Bar & Grill at Glen Annie Golf Club is one of Santa Barbara’s most popular dining venues. This first class restaurant & bar is housed in award winning architecture and features spacious patios, three fireplaces and an elegant…
The seaside town of Goleta, located approximately nine miles north of Santa Barbara, is home to much more than the University of California, Santa Barbara. Known agriculturally for its avocado and lemon tree farming, this slice of the Santa Barbara…
Learn MoreShow the special father figure in your life just how much you love and appreciate him this Father’s Day. Whether he’s a zythophile (beer lover), oenophile (wine lover), loves to fire up the barbecue grill or relax on the golf course—in Santa…
Learn MoreClick here to Book Now! Nestled on five acres of lush gardens, the Best Western Plus Pepper Tree Inn is a luxurious Spanish-inspired casual resort hotel with ornate tile and wrought-iron embellishments. The gardens feature pathways lined with…
The Santa Maria Valley is a sweet, low-key spot for laid-back adventures of the culinary, outdoor and treasure hunting variety. More than 30 wineries await exploration—pinot noir lovers, in particular, are in for a delicious ride. There’s a…
Learn MoreAn authentic Danish settlement, founded in 1911 by Danish educators, where the heritage, faces, and customs of the Old World live on. The village area is located in the heart of the Santa Ynez Valley, surrounded by the communities of Santa Ynez,…
The Agave Inn has been a family owned and operated roadside motel since 1988. The property pays homage to Santa Barbara's heavily influenced and deeply rooted Spanish and Mexican history. Taking inspiration from the golden age of Mexican cinema,…
Click here to Book Now! Intimate and elegant, the Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach is a romantic Mediterranean-style villa just two blocks from Santa Barbara’s glistening palm-lined beaches and scenic yacht harbor. Brisas del Mar welcomes…
The good land of Goleta is well suited to an action-packed guys’ getaway when the line-up calls for equal parts adventure, entertainment and refreshment.
Learn MoreThe Santa Barbara lifestyle and ease of getting around make The American Riviera® a very attractive destination for active seniors. From the pedestrian-friendly downtown and waterfront neighborhoods to the compelling variety of guided tours and attractions available, Santa Barbara’s great outdoors, quality cuisine and cultural arts are top draws for visiting seniors. Here’s a guide to the top 10 activities for visitors 65+, as well as some helpful information and resources for senior travelers.
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