- Mission Santa Barbara, the tenth of the California missions to be founded, is the only mission that has remained under the leadership of the Franciscan Friars.
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The beach city of Santa Barbara is located on the coast of California between Monterey and Los Angeles. Flanked on one side by the Santa Ynez Mountains and the other by the Pacific Ocean, the city has a dramatic setting. Its comfortable climate and sandy beaches lure travelers throughout the year.
Visit historic Mission Santa Barbara, the Rafael Gonzalez House or the landmark adobe dwellings of old Santa Barbara. Check out the shops of Steams Wharf or sample the food and wine that makes the city one of California’s top culinary destinations. Catch a wave at one of Santa Barbara’s beaches, hike in the hills or just chill out with the sand in your toes. Come for the festivals, such as the Summer Solstice Parade in June, the annual Fiesta in August or the Santa Barbara International Film Festival in January.
Destination Facts
- Population: 86,681
- Time Zone: -8 GMT (Pacific Standard Time)
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Family Camps Save Sanity and Money
by Mary Kraemer May 14, 2008Don’t stress over planning your family vacation. At family camps, daily meals, activities and lodging are all included in a basic fee.
