Mini City Profile
City by the Sea - Santa Barbara

Sun soaked, breathtaking and only 92 miles north of Los Angeles and 332 miles south of San Francisco, this city by the sea is the perfect destination for a weekend getaway when you’re in need of some serious rest and relaxation. Known for its amazing views, delectable wine vineyards and luxurious hotels, the Santa Barbara coastline is as beautiful a locale as you will find anywhere in the world. Take some time to leave your worries behind and bask in the glow that shines in sun kissed Santa Barbara.

Here are a few recommendations for some of Santa Barbara’s best restaurants, hotels, spas and boutiques:

Santa Barbara Inn:

The only full service hotel on the beach, the Santa Barbara Inn is a lovely excuse to go for a weekend up the coast with family, friends or that special someone. Just steps away from East Beach, this beautiful boutique hotel prides itself on accommodating your every need in style. You have the option of reserving a suite or guest room, which are arranged beautifully and for your comfort. From the luxurious down comforters that grace the beds to deliciously plush terry cloth bath robes hanging in the closet, the staff has spared no expense at creating an inviting experience unlike any other hotel in the city. Take some time to relish in the beauty of Santa Barbara at the serene Santa Barbara Inn and you’ll be glad you made the trip.

For reservations or for more information, please visit www.santabarbarainn.com

Bouchon

A perfect Santa Barbara setting is perfectly complimented by a gorgeous seaside dining experience at one of Santa Barbara’s finest restaurants, Bouchon. Known for their flavorful take on California Cuisine, this twenty year old restaurant is more than just a place to dine but a romantic, relaxing environment where time seems to fade away over a delicious dinner and lavish wine list. Appetizers such as the Santa Barbara Lobster ‘gratin’ will tempt while the Lemon & Nectarine-Glazed Chicken Breast entrée subtly seduces. With an extensive wine list that rivals any vineyard, you will be hard pressed not to find a selection that doesn’t suit your palate.

For more information or reservations, please visit www.bouchonsantabarbara.com.

Avia Day Spa

What could make a relaxing, tranquil trip to Santa Barbara even more sumptuous? How about a trip to one of the top spas in the city to indulge in an entire day of luxurious treatments? Once you step inside of the Avia Day Spa, you can leave all of your stress and tension behind. Prepare yourself to lounge in the lap of luxury. From facials that span the globe to body treatments that detox, delight and deliver wonderful results, Avia Day Spa is a perfect place to pursue some much needed pampering in a perfectly unpretentious setting. With high end bath & body lines such as B. Kamins, Sundari and the spa’s own upscale skin care line Avia, you can take home the same products that beautified your body and softened your skin. Don’t hesitate to book a day at Avia Day Spa. Indulge in beauty!

For more information, please visit www.aviaspa.com

Treat Boutique

Any boutique with Treat in the title is a place made for beauty fans. With a plethora of perfect little beauty baubles, there is no end to the amount of money and time you could spend wandering the sweet little aisles of this trendy boutique. Treat was created with the feel of a “candy shop” for the little girl in every woman. From Darphin and Ole Hendricken skin care to Aesop and Cote Bastide bath and body, the hard to find brands are all available at this beauty boutique by the beach. Stop in for a day of beauty and leave with your budget blown!

For more information, please visit www.treatthyself.com