Review
"Among the most detailed regional guides we've seen . . . . We absolutely fell in love with this series."
--Dorothy Jordan, Family Travel Times
From the Back Cover
For more than twenty years, the Insiders' Guide series has remained the essential source for in-depth travel and relocation information. Each guide is written by locals and true insiders and offers a personal, practical perspective that readers everywhere have come to know and love.
From its broad, sunny beaches and secluded sea caves to its award-winning restaurants and wineries, Santa Barbara has earned a reputation as the "American Riviera." Let this authoritative guide show you how to navigate Santa Barbara's gorgeous ocean views, bountiful nightlife, and historic Spanish-Moorish architecture.
Inside you'll find: Comprehensive listings of restaurants, lodging, and recreation opportunities; the inside scoop on world-renowned attractions and events such as beautiful Santa Barbara Harbor, Old Spanish Days Fiesta celebration, and Mission Santa Barbara, the "queen" of California missions; countless details on how to live and thrive in the area, from the best shopping to the lowdown on real estate; sections dedicated to children, seniors, and much more.
Whether you're planning a vacation, already living in the area, or looking to relocate, Insiders' Guide to Santa Barbara will show you everything you need to know.