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Antique, Vintage and Secondhand Stores in Santa Barbara

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.

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Affordable Hotels in 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…

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Rare Society

Sink your teeth into Rare Society from Trust Restaurant Group, Chef + Restaurateur Brad Wise’s west coast-based restaurant concept that pays homage to retro steakhouses. Keeping alive the echoes of vintage upscale dining, Chef Wise has…

Sacramento to Santa Barbara

Nonstop Southwest® Flights from Sacramento to Santa Barbara The essential ease and unbridled beauty of coastal California is just a short, nonstop flight away. With its red tile roofs, white stucco walls, porticos and perfect seaside climate,…

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Branded Meeting Hotels

Santa Barbara’s group-friendly lodging properties range from luxurious oceanfront resorts to buzzy boutique hotels. Our attractive accommodations portfolio includes 11 properties managed by Hyatt, Marriott, Hilton and IHG, which all offer meeting…

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Top 10 Activities for Seniors in Santa Barbara

The 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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Mocktails in Santa Barbara

We’ve rounded up 10+ hot spots that have created thoughtful non-alcoholic drink recipes for their patrons. And if you’re in the market for local souvenirs to create zero-proof drinks at home, we’ve also included a list of makers whose shrubs and mixers make mocktail magic as well as a new local non-alcoholic wine.

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New Restaurants in Santa Barbara

As far as we’re concerned, there’s always room for more good eats in our bountiful city surrounded by organic farms, family-run ranches, avocado and citrus orchards, and the seafood-rich Santa Barbara Channel. From casual to refined and everything in between, this fresh crop of eateries is ripe for your restaurant picking!

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Buzzworthy Santa Barbara Bakeries

Whether you’re in the mood for something sweet or on the hunt for a freshly baked, crusty baguette to complete your picnic spread, Santa Barbara abounds with bakeries that cater to every imaginable craving. From French, Danish, and Mexican…

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COSAS GRATIS QUE HACER EN SANTA BÁRBARA

Explorar Santa Bárbara no tiene que venir con una etiqueta de precio alto, especialmente cuando puedes experimentar las maravillas naturales de nuestro paraíso costero libre de tu billetera. Para ayudarte a disfrutar de todo lo que Santa Bárbara…

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Honeymoon in Santa Barbara

Santa Barbara is synonymous with romance, making The American Riviera® a standout year-round honeymoon destination. Immediately upon arrival, your senses will naturally be heightened by the tantalizing combination of sights, sounds, and flavors. A…

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Exploring Santa Barbara as a Wedding Guest

When your friends and relatives choose Santa Barbara as their wedding destination, an extra “thank you” is in order. That’s because Santa Barbara is a world-renowned vacation destination and an all-around spectacular place to spend a few…

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Bachelorette & Bachelor Party Ideas

We’ve got a knack for helping people celebrate, and that’s why many soon-to-be-weds choose to host their bachelorette and bachelor parties in Santa Barbara. Whether you’re getting married on The American Riviera® and taking advantage of the…

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Santa Barbara Wedding Venues With Accommodations

Nothing beats the convenience of getting married in the very same place where you and your guests are overnighting for the special occasion. Fortunately, wedding venues with accommodations in Santa Barbara are plentiful and abundant. From…

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Winery Weddings in Santa Barbara County

Photo Credit: Grassini Family Vineyards Santa Barbara County is a premier California wine destination, which makes it extra appealing for couples in search of idyllic wedding locations for their big day. With 200+ wineries spread out among the…

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Santa Barbara Wedding FAQs

Planning a wedding in Santa Barbara and don’t know where to begin? Here’s a rundown of answers to the most frequently asked questions about weddings in Santa Barbara.

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Arts & Attractions

From kaleidoscopic botanical gardens to vibrant art displays and foodie tours, Santa Barbara’s attractions cater to every type of traveler. Feed giraffes at the zoo in the morning, stroll through historical adobe buildings by afternoon and catch a…

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Chicago to Santa Barbara

Nonstop United Airlines Flights from Chicago to Santa Barbara The essential ease and unbridled beauty of coastal California is now just a short, nonstop flight away. With its red tile roofs, white stucco walls, porticos and perfect ocean climate,…

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San Diego to Santa Barbara

Nonstop Flights from San Diego to Santa Barbara The essential ease and unbridled beauty of coastal California is now just a short, nonstop flight away. With its red tile roofs, white stucco walls, porticos and perfect ocean climate, Santa Barbara…

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Oakland to Santa Barbara

Nonstop Southwest Flights from Oakland to Santa Barbara The essential ease and unbridled beauty of coastal California is just a short, nonstop flight away. With its red tile roofs, white stucco walls, porticos and perfect seaside climate, Santa…

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Las Vegas to Santa Barbara

Nonstop Southwest® Flights from Las Vegas to Santa Barbara The essential ease and unbridled beauty of coastal California is just a short, nonstop flight away. With its red tile roofs, white stucco walls, porticos and perfect seaside climate,…

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Y LA TERCERA VA POR NUESTRA CUENTA

UN POCO MÁ DE TIEMPO HACE TODA LA DIFERENCIA A veces, lo mejor que le puedes agregar a un viaje a Santa Bárbara es, simplemente, más Santa Bárbara. Una noche extra significa más tiempo para disfrutar el desayuno sin prisa, dejarte llevar por…

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Things to Do This Fall in Santa Barbara

Fall is one of the most beautiful, vibrant times of the year in Santa Barbara. The days are generally still warm and summer-like, the nights get crisp enough to call it “sweater weather” and the dramatic sunset skies take on more saturated hues.

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Guía para visitantes primerizos en Santa Barbara

Ubicada en un tramo prístino de la costa central de California, Santa Bárbara mezcla la influencia española en California, el ambiente relajado y la sensibilidad exclusiva de una manera que pocos lugares pueden hacer. Aquí hay algunas ideas que…

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The Santa Barbara Scenic Drive

The breathtaking and must-see sights of Santa Barbara are beautifully captured in a designated driving tour that covers 25 miles. Fittingly named, The Santa Barbara Scenic Drive, this tour takes approximately one hour to follow without stopping.…

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