Journals / California / Santa Barbara
Beaches, mountains, history, and relaxation. Those are the words that come to mind when thinking about Santa Barbara. The picturesque city is situated between the Santa Ynez Mountains and the Pacific Ocean in Southern California. It holds a beautiful climate year-round which is perfect for the walkable city that is abundant with outdoor activities. The climate, landscape, and Spanish architecture evoke all the feelings of relaxation. The main attractions of the city include the Old Mission, the courthouse, the Santa Barbara Zoo, Stearns Wharf, the Santa Barbara Botanic Garden, and the Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History, along with the hiking, water recreation, and wine experiences in the area.
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EncounterVilla Rosa Inn
On a recent trip to Santa Barbara, we stayed 4 nights at the Villa Rosa Inn. This cozy, eclectic inn...
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EncounterSanta Barbara Zoo
The Santa Barbara Zoo is one of the many highlights of Santa Barbara for us. We visited for the first...
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EncounterOur MUST-SEE in Santa Barbara: Lokum
Lokum has become a Santa Barbara tradition for us. We have been a couple of times now, and will continue...
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EncounterEating Around Santa Barbara
We are here to tell you about all the places we ate on our most recent trip to Santa Barbara....