From luxurious hotels offering holiday-themed experiences to local restaurants serving up festive menus, Santa Barbara embraces the season in style.

Planning a California road trip? Here’s how to spend an ideal day in Santa Barbara, from breakfast to dinner spots and everywhere in between.

The American Riviera® offers more than a dozen hotels and inns that go above and beyond for travelers with disabilities. Explore this list to find out more.

With distinctive amenities and exclusive perks, these hotels set a new standard for originality.

From European-inspired rooms to beachfront villas, here are some of the dreamiest and most charming bed-and-breakfasts in Santa Barbara.

Explore the unique stories and styles that define the fashion landscape of The American Riviera®.

Different tastes doesn’t mean you have to choose different destinations to get exactly what you want out of a vacation.

Grab a friend, a family member or your better half and combine activities that get everyone comfortable outside of their comfort zone, making deeper connections and unforgettable memories along the way.

American pop sensation and American Idol judge, Katy Perry, has deep roots in the idyllic coastal city of Santa Barbara.

Surfing is at the center of Santa Barbara’s culture. Discover some of the best local and nationally recognized surf shops in The American Riviera®.

Rain in the forecast? That’s no problem in Santa Barbara, where you’ll find a wealth of ways to have a great time indoors—from sampling local flavors at winery tasting rooms and cozying up at matinee-movie showings to playing with cats and treating yourself to a massage or salt-cave meditation.

Let Santa Barbara be the next chapter of your love story, a place where enchanting resorts and cozy inns set the stage for a romantic getaway you and your partner will never forget.

Santa Barbara, a city renowned for its stunning coastline and Spanish-style architecture, also boasts a vibrant and diverse nightlife that caters to every taste. Whether you’re in the mood for a relaxed evening at the theater or a night out exploring local cocktail lounges, bars and nightclubs, each of these venues offer a unique glimpse into the city’s eclectic social scene.

Unveil the captivating history of some of Santa Barbara’s most iconic and storied hotels, where the allure of this coastal city has beckoned travelers for generations. In the aftermath of the 1925 earthquake, many of Santa Barbara’s historic hotels were reborn, each with its unique story of resilience and revival.

Santa Barbara’s miles of beaches and hiking trails, innovative eateries and one-of-a-kind experiences make it a top destination for those traveling solo.

Santa Barbara boasts many resorts and hotels perfect for family travel, ranging from budget-friendly to luxurious escapes.

Whether you’re looking for a beachside getaway or a hip hotel in the heart of downtown, here are some of the most unique and stylish boutique hotels in Santa Barbara.

Santa Barbara’s manageable size, ease of getting around and diverse lineup of kid-friendly attractions makes our town a premier family travel destination this summer break.

We invite you to go green during your next visit to The American Riviera® with this guide to Santa Barbara’s top eco-friendly hotels, ranging from beachfront accommodations to rugged-yet-elevated glamping in a canyon.

With each new year comes new ambitions. For many, this involves traveling to unfamiliar (or familiar) places, embracing ways to lead a holistic lifestyle and even trying out new hobbies. That’s where Santa Barbara comes in. In our coastal paradise, you can do all three.

We’ve done the work for you in crafting some of the most creative date night experiences Santa Barbara has to offer. On your next vacation to The American Riviera®, we implore you to embark on one of these things to do in Santa Barbara for couples—whichever fits you and your partners’ personalities best.

Bidding your beloved pet a temporary farewell when you leave for vacation is arguably the only downside to taking an overnight trip. Santa Barbara prides itself on being a pet-friendly destination with plenty of outdoor activities for you to enjoy…

With plenty of great shopping also comes excellent thrifting, antiquing and vintage shopping in Santa Barbara. Whether you’re searching for a secondhand item to make your home look a little more timeless, add to your vintage jean collection or find the perfect, personalized souvenir, look no further than this roundup of businesses, each more multifaceted than the next. Dig into what The American Riviera’s secondhand scene has to offer.

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…

With the Santa Barbara South Coast being the beautiful and alluring destination that it is, many assume that it also comes with a hefty price tag. And while this dazzling coastal oasis can offer luxury experiences, there are plenty of ways to…