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Soak Up Sunshine and Savings in Santa Barbara

It’s a common day dream this time of year as winter snows melt and spring begins to emerge: sunny skies, warm ocean air, pristine beaches, late evening patio dinners and effortless fun. So what if we told you there’s a place that offers all of this long before it’s officially summer and well into fall? Come visit us in Santa Barbara—where summer play is year-round and summer savings are right around the corner! Here are some helpful tools to make your summer vacation planning a breeze:

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Third Night Free - Four Seasons Resort The Biltmore Santa Barbara

Stay longer this summer with a complimentary night when you book two or more nights. Dine against the region’s most scenic backdrop at Tydes, or savor Italian-inspired cuisine and fine wines in the oceanfront ambience of Bella Vista. Be pampered with signature spa indulgences featuring nurturing wine country botanicals. Try a stand-up paddleboarding lesson, enjoy some fun in the sun at the Coral Casino Beach and Cabana Club, or relax poolside with a handcrafted cocktail. Learn more.

Amgen Tour of California Santa Barbara – May 15th and 16th

Over 120 racers. 750 miles of California highways and byways. Eight days of vying for top titles and award-winning times. It’s Amgen Tour of California, \"America’s Greatest Race\" and on May 15th and 16th, the peloton will spin through Santa Barbara during the Stage 4 finish and Stage 5 start. Don’t miss the excitement and then enjoy some of your own by extending your stay! Santa Barbara is an outdoor recreation lover’s paradise and Amgen Tour of California exclusive hotel packages make it easy to relax after a day of getting your adrenaline pumping. Book your stay today!

Celebrate SummerFess at The Fess Parker Doubletree Resort!

The Best of Santa Barbara—Fess-style: Friday August 16 Sunset Cruise on the Channel Cat and Saturday August 17 \"Fess-tival\" Open House at Foxen Canyon estate: live music, local food purveyors, and tastings. Join Recipe contest winners and the Parker Family for dinner at Rodney’s Grill at The Fess Parker Doubletree and a screening of \"Davy Crockett: King of the Wild Frontier\" in the Plaza del Sol. Enter Recipe contest through June 15, 2013 fessparkerwines.com. Click here or call 800.879.2929 or 805.564.4333 for our reservations department.

Santa Barbara Airport – Easy Come. Easy Go.

Your vacation begins when you leave your home and cruise the California coastline to our door. Parking is only a few steps away with complimentary WiFi throughout the airline terminal. Non-stop Portland service is back starting June 9th along with our five major airlines offering non-stops to Denver, Seattle, Phoenix, San Francisco, and Los Angeles plus one stops to anywhere in the world! Book your flights today at FlySBA.com.

*25% Discount When You Book Directly at the Ramada Limited

A *25% Discount is now being offered at the Ramada Limited Santa Barbara when you call and book directly, 800.654.1965 and mention \"SBCVB13.\" You will receive your *25% Discount plus free parking, high speed Internet and a delicious complimentary continental breakfast. \"SBCVB13\" is your key to savings! *Certain restriction applies. SBRamada.com

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Santa Barbara Public Gardens Appreciation Month

May 1 - 31, 2013

Garden lovers, unite in Santa Barbara this May! Join us for the first annual Santa Barbara Public Gardens Appreciation Month—31 days of tours, free garden lectures, free admission to some participating venues, special events, exhibits, book signings and more. This is the perfect way to learn about and experience Santa Barbara’s vast green space and garden sanctuaries.

Santa Barbara’s Signature Events

Ongoing

May marks the beginning of Santa Barbara’s legendary summer festivals and events lineup. Make sure you’ve got all of the important dates on your calendar! From the street painting of I Madonnari during Memorial Day to the lively colors of Solstice and Spanish dances of Fiesta, it’s time to start the soiree in Santa Barbara!

Zoo Brew

June 1, 2013

With a tagline like \"Drink Beer. Save Wild Life.\" you know you’re in for a charitable and veritable good time! The fourth annual Zoo Brew takes place on June 1st from 3:00 – 6:00 pm at the Santa Barbara Zoo and features a whole herd for Central Coast breweries! Taste and toast to a great cause. Tickets on sale now.

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Culture 101

In Santa Barbara, our culture is driven by passion—rooted in a deep and colorful history of Spanish Colonial architecture, Native American tradition, contemporary art, modern live music and a desire to celebrate it all. Culture 101 is your guide to over 101 art and culture must-dos, all just off of Highway 101 on the Santa Barbara South Coast!

Summer Solstice Celebration

It’s a flurry of color, live music, wild costumes, vendors, booths and a parade that rivals the likes of Carnival! Don’t miss one of Santa Barbara’s cornerstone summer events: Summer Solstice Celebration and Parade on June 21, 22 and 23, 2013.

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