Introduction to Santa Barbaraby FROMMER'SNovember 20, 2006 Between palm-lined Pacific beaches and the foothills of the Santa Ynez Mountains, Santa Barbara's mosaic of whitewashed stucco and red-tile roofs and gracious, relaxed attitude have earned it the sobriquet "American Riviera." It's ideal for kicking back on white-sand beaches, prowling the shops and galleries that line the village's historic streets, and relaxing over a meal in one of many top-notch cafes and restaurants. (read article)
36 Hours in Santa Barbaraby FINN-OLAF JONESNovember 16, 2008With its perpetually blue skies and taco stands, Santa Barbara, Calif., remains a laid-back town where the star attraction is still the beach.(read article)