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
Santa Maria is located on the central coast and is the largest city in Santa Barbara County. An ocean breeze blows in from the nearby Pacific Ocean, contrasting the warm days and adding complexity to the grapevines throughout the Santa...
Santa Barbara County is home to scenic, laid-back coastal cities replete with alfresco activities, entertaining pastimes, and local eateries
This guide has all the stops you need to make when driving from the City by the Bay to the American Riviera.
No matter the direction you plan on taking, you’re bound to get lost in the many options the Golden State has to offer.
The next time you’re looking for the top places to see the sunset in California, head to these beautiful beaches for unparalleled views.
Santa Barbara County is home to scenic, laid-back coastal cities replete with alfresco activities, entertaining pastimes, and local eateries
No matter the direction you plan on taking, you’re bound to get lost in the many options the Golden State has to offer.
The next time you’re looking for the top places to see the sunset in California, head to these beautiful beaches for unparalleled views.
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This guide has all the stops you need to make when driving from the City by the Bay to the American Riviera.
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