Nestled in the picturesque coastal city of Santa Barbara, the Santa Barbara Chef Collective has emerged as a pioneering force ...

After Zoe Saldaña received the SBIFF’s American Riviera Award this week at the historic Arlington Theatre, jury members ...

L ooking for the perfect Bed and Breakfast on California’s Central Coast? We’ve got you covered with 23 of the best spots ...

The era of the giant upscale outdoor mall is coming to a quick and decisive end in Santa Barbara. A path was cleared last week to tear down a landmark Macy’s department store in favor of a giant ...

Whether you’re craving a zen retreat in a Ryokan-inspired suite or a cozy getaway in a beachside cottage in Monterey, these ...

A high-end department store designed by notable mid-century architects, the Macy's at Santa Barbara's La Cumbre Plaza will ...

Discover how Chef Raul Dominguez is revolutionizing luxury dining through a perfect blend of sustainability and creativity in this exclusive Q&A.

He literally grew up in a hotel. His parents ran a “mom-and-pop” hotel in Healdsburg, the heart of California’s wine country. He worked the front desk and helped with housekeeping and ...

Credit: Rebecca Caraway / Noozhawk photo The South Coast saw a 3% increase in hotel occupancy in 2024, marking the largest growth out of any competing locations in California, Visit Santa Barbara ...

Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa will refresh all 1,019 rooms with new carpeting, upholstery, bedding, decor and artwork. The hotel’s Disney Vacation Club Villas will also get an update.

The City of Santa Barbara collected $2.1 Million in Transient Occupancy ... of which approximately $17.1 Million came from hotels and $2.4 Million from short-term rentals. Year to date, total TOT ...