Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort

Santa Barbara, CA

Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort

Santa Barbara, CA

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As the premier recreational rental company in the area, Wheel Fun Rentals offers the ultimate in fun for the entire family, from toddlers through grandparents.

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This Amtrak Train Route Offers a Perfect Coastal California Trip — With Ocean Views Nearly the Whole Way

Amtrak’s Pacific Surfliner ocean-adjacent route travels between San Luis Obispo and downtown San Diego.

Gas prices are soaring, and getting stuck in traffic is never fun. As a result, train travel is gaining popularity this summer. Amtrak’s Pacific Surfliner route is particularly special as passengers ride along the ocean for nearly the entire journey, which runs between San Luis Obispo and downtown San Diego. From panoramic views of the California coastline to the hypnotic rolling hills and laid-back beach cities along the way, here’s how to make the best of this Amtrak train trip.

Santa Barbara

Santa Barbara, known as the “American Riviera,” offers seemingly endless adventures. Start with a wine or beer tour of The Funk Zone, a trendy district with an impressive variety of tasting rooms, cafes, and art galleries housed in contemporary spaces. Enjoy unmatched Oaxacan cuisine at Flor de Maiz, complete with views of one of Santa Barbara’s main attractions, Stearns Wharf. Then, kayak with the Santa Barbara Adventure Company and explore the harbor, or reserve a bike with Wheel Fun Rentals and pedal through this bike-friendly city. Book a stay at the gorgeous Hotel Californian, a meticulously designed luxury boutique property that’s right in the heart of the community, just steps from the train station, and only a block from the beach.

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