What's more, it's considered one of the best California beaches home to some of the best Santa Barbara hotels. The shoreline may still fill up more on the weekends, but East Beach is a bit more ...

The Santa Barbara Culinary Experience takes place May 10, 12-18. For more information, see https://sbce.events/. And stay ...

Late April snow on Ranger Peak in the San Rafael Mountains of Santa Barbara County on Saturday. Credit: Peter Hartmann / Noozhawk photo A late April rainstorm dumped one-half inch of rain over ...

Press releases are posted on Independent.com as a free community service. Santa Barbara County, CA – April 23, 2025 – The Foodbank of Santa Barbara County proudly announces the launch of a brand-new ...

The long-standing rule against swimming in Lake Cachuma has come under renewed focus. Santa Barbara County is exploring how to change the rule that prevents visitors from swimming in the local ...

Santa Barbara isn’t just about beaches and vineyards—it’s also a goldmine for hiking. From coastal strolls to rugged canyon ...

UC SANTA BARBARA, Calif. — On April 8th, UC Santa Barbara reported multiple students had their visas terminated by the Trump administration with no advanced notice. “Just the very idea that ...

La Santa María Boutique Hotel & Residences is redefining boutique luxury in San Juan del Sur, Nicaragua, a coastal gem in ...

The best way to get around Santa Barbara is on foot. Most of the main attractions, shops and restaurants are all located within a 3-mile radius in the downtown area. Santa Barbara is also known ...

The most glamorous and storied hotel in the Balkans is 100 years old this month and is still packing in the stars from ...

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