Destinations
Executive & aspirational travel for the Central Coast
Santa Barbara powers tourism rebound on the coast
Despite potential headwinds going into 2023, Santa Barbara had a lot to celebrate in in the past year with regards to the success in the tourism sector. For the second year in a row, Santa Barbara saw growth, even reaching pre-pandemic levels, Kathy Janega-Dykes, Visit Santa Barbara’s president and CEO said during the Tourism Summit Read More →
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Ritz-Carlton Bacara sold as part of $3.8B deal
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Read More →Hearst Castle prepares to reopen after more than two years
The top international traveler attraction in San Luis Obispo County will reopen its doors in May, offering a likely boost to nearby businesses, especially those that serve tourists. After a closure that has gone on for more than two years, the world-renowned Hearst Castle in San Simeon will reopen to guests on May 11. The Read More →
Read More →Bill Foley buys Hotel Californian
Foley Entertainment Group, founded by Las Vegas Golden Knights hockey owner and Santa Barbara County wine magnate Bill Foley, has purchased the Hotel Californian on lower State Street in Santa Barbara. Foley Entertainment Group announced the purchase Sept. 1 and did not disclose the price. The property’s assessed value is $33.5 million, according to Santa Read More →
Read More →Hearst Castle plans for 2022 reopening after closure from pandemic, then storm damage
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Read More →From yurts to Airstreams, region’s glampgrounds put new twist on camping
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Read More →Alaska Airlines adds flights between Santa Barbara and San Diego
Santa Barbara Airport is offering direct flights to San Diego this summer. The service starts June 17, with twice-daily departures and arrivals through Alaska Airlines. The airline’s Embraer 175 jets will hold up to 74 passengers, with four classes of seating options. The flights are in the afternoon and evening, with the first flight leaving Read More →
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