Santa Barbara Long Weekend

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.

5-Diamond property in North America Luxurious accommodations in a historic area of beautiful Santa Barbara. Lovely English garden escape close to restaurants- museums- beaches and fine dining. Tall Eugenia hedges seclude the expansive lawns- stone paths- private patios- bubbling fountains and abundance of flowers. Elegant rooms in the Main Historic Estate- have either one queen or one king bed- beautiful hand printed ceiling and wall papers- some with large private sun decks- another with a fireplace.

Art work spanning over two centuries, the 19th and the 20th, are on display at the Santa Barbara Museum of Art. Some of the contemporary art is also exhibited. Antiquarian artifacts made of wood, ceramic and stone and sculptures, are a rich treasure preserved here. Besides work on paper by American, Asian and European artists is on display. A store that has interestingly exclusive pictures and merchandise on sale is located within the museum. The Fresco Museum Cafe is offering light snacks during museum hours.