CHARMING SANTA BARBARA HOLIDAYS!
Boasting beautiful tree-lined streets, colourful Mediterranean-style architecture, pristine beaches, and a picture-perfect mountainous backdrop, it’s easy to see why Santa Barbara is often referred to as the ‘American Riviera’!
This charming upmarket beach town oozes sophistication. With chic boutiques, first-class eateries, and seriously good wine! Delicately scented bougainvillea fill walkways with a vibrant splash of colour, whilst the terracotta-topped buildings and elegantly manicured gardens give a distinctive Spanish feel.
Situated around an hours’ drive north of Los Angeles, Santa Barbara is the ideal place to add to your California itinerary! With a perfect blend of beautiful beaches, rich cultural heritage, and charming Mediterranean vibes, this wonderful coastal town radiates character!
If you can tear yourself away from the beach, here are some great suggestions to make the most of your time in Santa Barbara…..
- Santa Barbara Zoo – Get up close and personal with hundreds of animals and enjoy entertainment the whole family will enjoy!
- Inspiration Point – Take a hike, grab your camera, and witness some breath-taking views over Santa Barbara’s stunning coastline and the Channel Islands
- The Santa Barbara Maritime Museum – A great place to visit and learn about Santa Barbara’s coast with its variety of exhibitions and artifacts, along with fantastic educational programs and activities for the kids!
- Santa Barbara Botanic Garden – Boasting over 1000 species of incredible fauna in 78 acres of breath-taking gardens, this is definitely a must see for nature lovers!
- The Salt Cave of Santa Barbara – a little hidden gem away from the main tourist attractions! Book a 45-minute session and relax in the calming ambiance of the gently lit cave with pink Himalayan sat crystals dating back over 200 million years!
- The Funk Zone – A lively hipster neighbourhood, filled with vibrant murals, artistic displays, delicious restaurants, wine tasting rooms and chic boutiques!
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Whale Watching Boat Tours!
Santa Barbara is well known for being one of the best places to go whale watching on the West Coast! Over 30 species of incredible marine life including whales, dolphins, seals, and sea lions inhabit the nutrient-rich waters that surround Santa Barbara and is the perfect place to head out on an awe-inspiring whale watching tour!
Winter and Spring are generally the best time to spot whales in Santa Barbara, so if you love getting in touch with nature, be sure to time your holiday accordingly for a chance to see these mesmerising mammals in their natural habitat!
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