Santa Barbara County: Experience the American Riviera
Santa Barbara County is home to scenic, laid-back coastal cities replete with alfresco activities, entertaining pastimes, and local eateries
Buellton is located in the Santa Ynez Valley of Santa Barbara County, northwest of Solvang. The region is known for its temperate climate, sense of adventure, and vineyards. Take a hike through the natural surroundings, walk around the...
Santa Barbara County is home to scenic, laid-back coastal cities replete with alfresco activities, entertaining pastimes, and local eateries
From luxurious teepees in the desert to chic yurts along the coast, these are the best places to go glamping in Southern California.
From oceanside fun to hillside escapes, these RV camping destinations on the Central Coast will take you to seventh heaven.
Get a unique view of California by traveling down the coast on Amtrak's Pacific Surfliner and explore the towns along the way.
Santa Barbara County is home to scenic, laid-back coastal cities replete with alfresco activities, entertaining pastimes, and local eateries
From luxurious teepees in the desert to chic yurts along the coast, these are the best places to go glamping in Southern California.
From oceanside fun to hillside escapes, these RV camping destinations on the Central Coast will take you to seventh heaven.
Get a unique view of California by traveling down the coast on Amtrak's Pacific Surfliner and explore the towns along the way.
Tone your calves and roll through the leisurely lifestyle of these most bike-friendly cities in California.
Looking for the best beach hikes in Southern California? Here are the 9 top hikes to check out!
Join us on a leg-burning journey through the best hikes in Santa Barbara, you won’t want to miss a single one.
Feel the breeze in your hair and see everything this bikeable city has to offer as you pedal along oceanside piers and climb winding roads.
California has a unique real estate market due to its unparalleled climate and oceanside cities, making it one of the most coveted states.
From billionaires to big-shot CEOs, these are the places they call home, aka the richest neighborhoods in America.
Should you retire by the beach or in the mountains? Should you favor healthcare access or recreational activities?
If you’re sitting there daydreaming of living close to the waves, it’s not impossible. Discover the 9 cheapest beach towns in the U.S. now.
Put on those roller skates and vibes, gather your friends, and head to one of these parks, rinks, and places to roller skate in California.
Check out these top California mineral-based sunscreen to protect your skin and the planet all year round.
Do your part in promoting diversity and equality by supporting Black-owned businesses in California. Here are a few of our favorites.
Bring the spirit of sustainability into the December holiday season with the best eco-friendly gifts from California companies.
It’s time switch out siestas for tapas fiestas, and head to the nearest tapas restaurant to experience some Spanish food culture.
Does your feed need a revamp? Here are 11 of the most Instagrammable restaurants in California to get you started.
Let’s eat our way through the food scene in San Luis Obispo at the most delicious SLO restaurants.
California’s ice-cream game beats the out-of-state competition. Head to these top California creameries to taste the difference for yourself
Home to intimate nightclubs, amphitheaters under the stars, and indie concert halls, here are the best California music venues to check out!
With plenty of family-friendly things to do in San Luis Obispo, you'll be glad you chose to vacation here.
World-class collections of fine art, historic artifacts, and immersive experiences—here are the best museums in California!
With hipster neighborhoods like the Funk Zone, plenty of new cool things to do in Santa Barbara have surfaced; so what are you waiting for?
From rustic venues to glamorous locales, here are the top places to get married in California.
From charming Wine Country towns to exciting coastal cities, these are California's best bachelorette party destinations.
Check out these beautiful micro-wedding venues in California to celebrate your big day in style, and get ready to cue the wedding bells.
Grab a drink, put on your dancing shoes, and prepare for some fiesta fun in the sun-soaked city of Santa Barbara during Old Spanish Days.
Vibrant hues of reds, oranges, and yellow leaves crunch beneath your army boots; pack your bags; head on the best fall trips to take next.
The open road is where mighty mountains dive into the crashing waves of the roaring Pacific.
This guide has all the stops you need to make when driving from the City by the Bay to the American Riviera.
With natural wonders blooming and glimmers of green dotting the Golden State, it’s time for the whole clan to get together for spring break.
Want to participate in a local beach clean-up near you? Here are all the ways you can help keep the beaches clean.
We hope this encourages you to spread love and joy by signing up to volunteer at a soup kitchen next time you want to do a good deed.
For a better understanding of which public university system is the right fit for you, here’s a UC vs. Cal State guide to help you decide.
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