With sunny days as sweet and lingering as the finishes of the vintages from its many wineries, the southern California city of Santa Barbara rises gently from surfing and sunning beaches of the Pacific Ocean to miles of hiking trails on the sage-covered slopes of the Santa Ynez Mountains. Crowned by the Queen of the Missions and with a Spanish courthouse o… read more
Santa Barbara, also known as "The American Riviera," is one of the poshest areas in California or even the entire United States. That doesn't mean you can't find a good hotel with a budget-friendly price tag. Many of these cheap hotels are strewn in front of the beach, which makes for a great deal since you are steps away from beach activities, biking, surfi… read more
Santa Barbara with its miles of beaches is famous for swimming, surfing, boating, snorkeling, and scuba diving. Hikers can choose from beach hikes, back country hikes, and wilderness hikes. Bikers have a choice of no less than 63 bike trails. The near by Santa Monica Mountains draw mountain climbers. The hotels in Santa Monica are close to the beach. read more
Sunny, friendly Santa Barbara, California is everything you would imagine in a beach town and more. You'll find great fishing, in-line skating, diving and surfing, but also elegant accommodations and upscale shops and restaurants. Just an hour north of Los Angeles, Santa Barbara warms your heart with views of the mountains and golden sunsets. Go quaint or so… read more
Slightly over an hours drive from Los Angeles, Santa Barbara offers a variety of activities for the entire family. Visit the zoological garden, tan on the beach, sail, surf, hike in the mountains, or visit the lovely Santa Barbara valley. Not to mention all the dining and shopping opportunities in downtown Santa Barbara. Come relax in beautiful Santa Barbara… read more
Santa Barbara is a beautiful California coastal city that has deep roots in the film industry. Hundreds of silent films were produced there and Charlie Chaplin called the city home. Today people come to Santa Barbara for its award-winn… read more
Santa Barbara is a premier destination in California for outdoor enthusiasts. Spend days surfing, body boarding, boating or kayaking and take some time to hike local trails. Enjoy the beauty of the beach while you hike along trails suc… read more
Santa Barbara, which is north of Los Angeles and south of San Francisco, is located on the West Coast. It is famous for its residences and architecture and is most often referred to as the "American Riviera." Sights and significant lan… read more
You've already tried car and RV camping. You've camped at commercial campsites that had a convenient restroom and water supply. Now, you want to explore the road less traveled. Backcountry camping, also known as primitive camping, is a wonderful way to explore the remote...
Pismo State Beach, California, has many attractions and activities including camping, swimming, hiking and wildlife viewing. Birdwatching is one of the primary activities in the area. The park also has the largest over-wintering colony of monarch butterflies in the natio...
The first and most fundamental thing is never hike alone. There are too many situations, especially as an unexperienced hiker, where you may find yourself without anyone to help you. So the buddy system works and applies very much in hiking.
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