Santa Barbara - Revision history

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‎Get around: shuttle fare change, transit center location.

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‎By bus

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‎By bus

170.224.50.4: added listing Hampton Inn Santa Barbara/Goleta

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added listing Hampton Inn Santa Barbara/Goleta

68.6.32.145: added listing Old Spanish Days

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HawaiiMiami at 22:59, 31 August 2012

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 ==Get around==
-The Santa Barbara Metropolitan Transit District (SBMTD) [http://www.sbmtd.gov] runs buses all over Santa Barbara proper, and neighboring Goleta and Montecito. Routes and fares are on their website.
+The Santa Barbara Metropolitan Transit District (SBMTD) [http://www.sbmtd.gov] runs buses all over Santa Barbara proper, and neighboring Goleta and Montecito. Routes and fares are on their website.  Most buses stop at the Transit Center which is 8 blocks from the train station.
-The SBMTD also runs shuttle bus services along State St between downtown Sola St and the waterfront, and along the waterfront, leaving every 15 or 30 minutes between 9AM and 6PM (till 10PM F-Sa in summer). Fare is 25 cents; get a free shuttle transfer to switch between the two shuttles.
+The SBMTD also runs shuttle bus services along State St between downtown Sola St and the waterfront, and along the waterfront, leaving every 15 or 30 minutes between 9AM and 6PM (till 10PM F-Sa in summer). Fare is 50 cents; get a free shuttle transfer to switch between the two shuttles.
 Taxis are extremely expensive.

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 ===By bus===
-The '''Greyhound''' [http://greyhound.com/scripts/ticketcenter/terminal.asp?city=893420] station is now located at the train station.  The Santa Barbara AirBus [http://www.sbairbus.com/] operates several times per day from Goleta, Santa Barbara and Carpinteria to LAX.
+The '''Greyhound''' [http://greyhound.com/scripts/ticketcenter/terminal.asp?city=893420] station is now located adjacent to the train station.  The Santa Barbara AirBus [http://www.sbairbus.com/] operates several times per day from Goleta, Santa Barbara and Carpinteria to LAX.
 ===By car===

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 ===By bus===
-The '''Greyhound''' [http://greyhound.com/scripts/ticketcenter/terminal.asp?city=893420] station is downtown, on the corner of Carrillo and Chapala, near the local bus transit center.  The Santa Barbara AirBus [http://www.sbairbus.com/] operates several times per day from Goleta, Santa Barbara and Carpinteria to LAX.
+The '''Greyhound''' [http://greyhound.com/scripts/ticketcenter/terminal.asp?city=893420] station is now located at the train station.  The Santa Barbara AirBus [http://www.sbairbus.com/] operates several times per day from Goleta, Santa Barbara and Carpinteria to LAX.
 ===By car===

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	Santa Barbara has a huge number of hotels and motels, ranging from Motel 6 to Fess Parker's astonishing Doubletree Resort. One thing you won't find here is dives. Prices are before tax, allow another 10% taxes.		Santa Barbara has a huge number of hotels and motels, ranging from Motel 6 to Fess Parker's astonishing Doubletree Resort. One thing you won't find here is dives. Prices are before tax, allow another 10% taxes.

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		+	*<sleep name="Hampton Inn Santa Barbara/Goleta" alt="Goleta hotels" address="5665 Hollister Ave., Goleta, California, 93117" directions="" phone="805-681-9800" url="http://hamptoninn3.hilton.com/en/hotels/california/hampton-inn-santa-barbara-goleta-SBAGOHX/index.html" checkin="3.00 pm" checkout="12.00 pm" price="" lat="" long="">The Hampton Inn Goleta hotel is positioned within eight miles of downtown Santa Barbara in the heart of Old Town Goleta, near shops, dining and more.</sleep>
	=== Budget ===		=== Budget ===

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	*<do name="Sanguis" alt="" address="8 Ashley Avenue" directions="" phone="805-845-0920" url="http://www.sanguiswine.com" hours="by appt" price="" lat="" long="">Santa Barbara Winery</do>		*<do name="Sanguis" alt="" address="8 Ashley Avenue" directions="" phone="805-845-0920" url="http://www.sanguiswine.com" hours="by appt" price="" lat="" long="">Santa Barbara Winery</do>
		+	*<do name="Old Spanish Days" alt="" address="Downtown Area" directions="" phone="" url="http://www.oldspanishdays-fiesta.org/new/index.php" hours="" price="" lat="" long="">The yearly festival - or fiesta - of Santa Barbara's Spanish roots. Several small "mercados" featuring food booths and stages with live entertainment spring up in downtown plazas, special tours of the Mission and other historical sites take place, and a rodeo is held at the Earl Warren Showgrounds. Don't miss the main event - the Fiesta Historical Parade, which goes up State Street, is one of the largest equestrian parades in the United States.</do>
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	==Buy==		==Buy==

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 ===Weather===
-The climate of Santa Barbara is classified as dry-summer subtropical. Summers and falls are the driest, wawrmest times of the year, which have the most sunshine. The daytime temperatures during this time of year are typically from 75-85F, with nighttime temperatures from 55-64F and water temperatures in the mid-60sF. Winter and spring are the rainier, mild times of the year, with daytime temperatures fro 60-65F and nighttime lows around 41F. The water during this time of year is usually around 55F.
+The climate of Santa Barbara is classified as dry-summer subtropical. Summers and falls are the driest, warmest times of the year, which have the most sunshine. The daytime temperatures during this time of year are typically from 75-85F, with nighttime temperatures from 55-64F and water temperatures in the mid-60sF. Winter and spring are the rainier, mild times of the year, with daytime temperatures fro 60-65F and nighttime lows around 41F. The water during this time of year is usually around 55F.
 ==Get in==

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 [[Image:2626935377 d18c54fbbd b.jpg|300px|right|thumb|Stearn's Wharf, Santa Barbara]]
-'''Santa Barbara''' [http://www.santabarbaraca.com/] is less than 100 miles from hyper-metropolitan [[Los Angeles]] but differs vastly from its huge neighbor to the south. With a temperate climate and lush natural environs, the "Riviera of the West" is perfect for a day trip from LA, with its wide beaches, highly rated wineries, and a large variety of shopping and dining choices, that enables the town of just 90,000 residents to enjoy the sort of cultural and social amenities which are usually found only in much larger cities.
+'''Santa Barbara''' [http://www.santabarbaraca.com/] is less than 100 miles from hyper-metropolitan [[Los Angeles]] but differs vastly from its huge neighbor to the south. With a mild climate and lush natural environs, the "Riviera of the West" is perfect for a day trip from LA, with its wide beaches, highly rated wineries, and a large variety of shopping and dining choices, that enables the town of just 90,000 residents to enjoy the sort of cultural and social amenities which are usually found only in much larger cities.
 Although the common perception of Santa Barbara is as a playground for the rich and famous, the reality is that the average income is only slightly higher than California as a whole. Notable for its California Mission-style architecture (a long-standing local ordinance ensures that all commercial construction follow the Mission theme, which results in a plethora of red-tiled roofs and ''faux'' adobe supermarkets), local residents are intensely proud of their city's roots and traditions, and a number of hugely popular festivals throughout the year celebrate the many cultures found in the city.
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 <see name="Santa Barbara Visitors Center" alt="" address="1 Garden Street, downtown" directions="" phone="805-965-3021" url="http://www.santabarbaraca.com/visitor-info/visitors-center/" hours="9AM (10AM on Su) - 5PM (4PM Nov-Jan)" price="" lat="" long="">Has information about Santa Barbara, including maps, pricing and hours of attractions, restaurant guides, bus and waterfront shuttle schedules.</see>
 ==Get in==

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 *'''Wine Tasting'''.  Santa Barbara has a number of wineries all within blocks of downtown. Most wineries have tasting rooms and are open to the public. The Santa Barbara back country also has a great collection of wineries, most of which are part of the Vintner's Association [http://sbcountywines.com].  Just pop up to [[Solvang]] or [[Buellton]] and enjoy.  The region takes responsible consumption very seriously, and since the February 2008 launch of the CHP Designated Driver Program, DUI checkpoints have been frequent.  Consider hiring a limo or signing on for a wine tour.
-*'''Wine Tours''', Daily wine tasting excursions depart from most area hotels, and you can pick from several different approaches.  The Grapeline Wine Country Shuttle (888) 8-WINERY, [http://www.gogrape.com/santabarbara] offers a flexible day aboard deluxe shuttles.  Cloud Climbers Jeep Tours offer a wine tour in open air jeeps [http://ccjeeps.com/]. Sustainable Vine (805)698-3911.  [http://www.sustainablevine.com/] focuses on the producers employing sustainable practices.
+*'''Wine Tours''', Daily wine tasting excursions depart from most area hotels, and you can pick from several different approaches.  The Grapeline Wine Country Shuttle (888) 8-WINERY, [http://www.gogrape.com/santabarbara] offers a flexible day aboard deluxe shuttles.  Cloud Climbers Jeep Tours offer a wine tour in open air jeeps [http://ccjeeps.com/]. Sustainable Vine (805)698-3911.  [http://www.sustainablevine.com/] focuses on the producers employing sustainable practices.  I Bike Santa Barbara (805) 705-7998 provides single-day bike tours of the wine country [http://www.ibikesantabarbara.com].
 * '''An easy walking tour'''. Find some free parking on the side streets from Cabrillo Boulevard after passing State Street (i.e. on Bath Street and Yanonali St). Then walk on the sidewalk or the beach to State Street. At the intersection of Cabrillo Boulevard and State Street you will find the pier which will give you great views of the city. After walking on the pier, take State Street up past the train station.  Shops and restaurants line up State Street up and down providing a great visitor experience. Take a right on West Carillo St and go one block and then take a left on Anacapa St.  This should get you to the Santa Barbara Courthouse (details above under '''See''') opposite the public library Main Branch, where you can enjoy the pleasant views from its tower. Next, walk up the street to Anapamu St and take a left.  This will put you back on State Street. If you're not tired yet you can keep walking up State Street to Mission St and take a right.  If you follow the street to Laguna St and take a left and after three blocks take a right on Los Olivos.  This will get you to the Santa Barbara Mission. After visiting the the mission and the delightful rose garden in front of the Mission, you can walk back to Cabrillo Boulevard or just take the shuttle back to the waterfront.

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 *'''Downey's Restaurant''', 1305 State St., Santa Barbara.  One of the best restaurants in Santa Barbara.  Excellent wine pairings.
 *'''Four Seasons Biltmore Hotel''', 1260 Channel Dr., Montecito.  When on an expense account, grab brunch here.
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-*'''Elements''', 129 E. Anapamu St. Great view of Courthouse with innovative food. Lunch is mid-range, however, dinner is more on the expensive side. Element's has been featured twice on the Food Network!
 ==Drink==

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 *<see name="Santa Barbara Botanic Garden" alt="" address="1212 Mission Canyon Road" directions="Follow signs from Old Mission" phone="805 682-4726" url="http://www.sbbg.org/" hours="9AM-5PM Nov-Feb, 9AM-6PM Mar-Oct" price="$8 adults, $6 seniors/teens/military with id, $4 children 2-12, under 2 free" lat="" long="">Located on 65 acres in the foothills just above the city, the Garden features exquisite exhibits of California native plants displayed in beautiful landscaped settings. Walk along a meadow, through a canyon and redwood forest, across a historic dam, and along ridge tops that offer sweeping views of the Channel Islands.  Established in 1926 as an educational and scientific institution, it is the oldest botanic garden in California dedicated to the study, conservation, and display of native flora. </see>
 *<see name="Santa Barbara Contemporary Arts Forum" alt="" address="653 Paseo Nuevo" directions="" phone="805-966-5373" url="http://www.sbcaf.org" hours="Tu-Sa 11AM-5PM, Su noon-5PM" price="Free" lat="" long="">CAF is a non-profit, non-collecting institution dedicated to exhibiting the highest quality of contemporary art while recognizing "the artists of tomorrow," and was founded in 1976 by artists and art supporters seeking a venue dedicated solely to contemporary art. What began as a grassroots, artist-run organization with nominal funding now serves as the leading contemporary arts presenter in Central California. CAF offers its innovative education and exhibition programming to the region primarily free of charge. Foundations and individuals keep CAF active with opportunities for artists, children, and adults to experience all the visual and performing arts have to offer.</see>
-*<see name="Reagan Ranch Center Exhibit Gallery" alt="" address="217 State Street, downtown" directions="next to Amtrak Station" phone="805-957-1980" url="http://www.yaf.org/ExhibitGalleries.aspx" hours="Tu, Th 11AM-4:30PM with extended summer hours" price="Free" lat="" long="">Features original Reagan Ranch artifacts matched with state-of-the-art, interactive, multimedia exhibits that highlight the history of Ronald Reagan’s quarter-century at Rancho del Cielo and the accomplishments of his presidency. Over six hours of dynamic multimedia exhibits provide access to exclusive speeches, interviews, radio addresses, and original video presentations. The centerpiece is a 28-foot-long interactive “timeline” that gives users the ability to explore the “Western White House” during the 1980s. </see>
+*<see name="Reagan Ranch Center Exhibit Gallery" alt="" address="217 State Street, downtown" directions="next to Amtrak Station" phone="805-957-1980" url="http://www.yaf.org/ExhibitGalleries.aspx" hours="Monday - Thursday from 11 am - 4 pm" price="Free" lat="" long="">Features original Reagan Ranch artifacts matched with state-of-the-art, interactive, multimedia exhibits that highlight the history of Ronald Reagan’s quarter-century at Rancho del Cielo and the accomplishments of his presidency. Over six hours of dynamic multimedia exhibits provide access to exclusive speeches, interviews, radio addresses, and original video presentations. The centerpiece is a 28-foot-long interactive “timeline” that gives users the ability to explore the “Western White House” during the 1980s. </see>
 ==Do==