A 250-room hotel is coming to Santa Barbara's Funk Zone, the California Coastal Commission decided on Thursday. Santa Barbara ...

The California Coastal Commission rejected an appeal this week against the construction of a new 250-room hotel in the City ...

A 250-room Garden Street hotel project is facing an appeal before the California Coastal Commission. The hotel project has ...

With 840 miles of gorgeous coastline, it can be difficult to narrow down the best beaches in California. That’s why we went ...

How about having Easter Brunch at the El Encanto Hotel and enjoying this view? Photo used with permission. Easter Sunday is just around the corner, and you could celebrate it at this luxurious ...

The Funk Zone is about to hit the big stage. The California Coastal Commission will vote on whether to allow a 250-room hotel in Santa Barbara's Funk Zone ...

State Street, the Mission, and Stearns Wharf. But once you get past the postcards, there’s more to see. Tucked between hills, ...

Stars have been everywhere this week, from Justin Bieber flashing a smile in Palm Springs to Prince Harry arriving for a ...

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Fresh local produce is a staple in Santa Barbara, thanks to a climate ... ultimate experience check out the Public Market. With its beachfront location, some of the most popular restaurants ...

The California Coastal Commission is meeting in Santa Barbara, and we need YOU there! This is our chance to show up in force and urge the Commission to stand strong to protect the coast as restart of ...