"There are things about Santa Barbara and the surrounding area that are interesting and in some cases crazy. Read on and I'll give you a couple reasons to visit my home town. It's dripping with history."

"Santa Barbara is a destination perfect for a romantic getaway. In this rather unassuming small town, there are tons of beautiful hotels, spas, top-notch restaurants and endless outdoor activities for couples to enjoy. Plus, the Spanish-style architec…"

"Santa Barbara is our favorite getaway from rainy Seattle. The weather is almost always gorgeous so being outdoors is heavenly. The city is small (89,000) so getting around is easy by foot or car. There is beautiful architecture, California history, w…"

"While Santa Barbara has much to keep adults entertained — with all its great food, beach life, shopping, local culture and natural beauty to enjoy — it is also full of engaging activities for kids to enjoy. Follow this guide to the best that Santa Ba…"

"With a booming wine scene, knock-out Mexican food, and myriad health food spots, and with fine dining restaurants and everything in between, Santa Barbara is a foodie's heaven. Here is a little bit of everything."

"Flanked by majestic mountains and magnificent sea, Santa Barbara is an outdoor lover's paradise. Here, the best places to soak up the sun, from popular beaches to tranquil islands."

"After you have seen all the "to do's" in town, here are a few places and things to do in Santa Barbara that the locals recommend to their friends."

"Driving into Santa Barbara, especially from the north, is like descending into some magical, couldn't-possibly-exist world. Majestic mountains rise up around one curve, while the sea stretches out before you around the next. Add in an average of 300 …"