Paradise Retreats Blog

Santa Barbara is famous for its amazing weather and unbeatable beaches. But the history of this city is equally beautiful and interesting. Over hundreds of years, the city has been shaped into one of the most vibrant and unique communities in the country. Here are some of the most exciting Santa Barbara historical attractions in the city. Stearns Wharf This wharf traces its history back to 1872 when Santa Barbara was...

Yep, it’s happened again. Somehow, when you weren’t looking, the calendar flipped a few pages forward and now the Santa Barbara holidays are nearly here again! The really wonderful thing, however, is this year you have planned ahead and have already booked your Paradise Retreats vacation home. Christmas is going to be a destination holiday this year, and you are relieved and excited to get out of the normal chores...

Vacationing over any holiday can be daring proposition. It’s difficult to miss out on the traditional holiday celebrations you have at home, but it’s also possible that you will discover new traditions that are even more exciting and fun than what you have been doing—you never know until you try. And while Halloween isn’t like Christmas or Thanksgiving, your children will let you know if you mess up this spooky...

Located just outside of beautiful Santa Barbara lies a charming seaside village with the name of Carpinteria which is where one of our more sought after homes, Bella Vista, is located. The town itself is small and peaceful, a perfect place to get away from the hustle and bustle of big city life, but still close enough to all the activities that make Santa Barbara one of the top tourist...

At Paradise Retreats in Santa Barbara, we will help you find the best activities and things to do during your stay in the Santa Barbara area. Along with the great locations of our vacation rentals, there are many other reasons to book a stay with Paradise Retreats. Our Stellar Selection At Paradise Retreats, you will find a large number of available accommodations. We have everything from cozy condos for a...

Santa Barbara has quickly become one of the most visited places in all of California. This is because it offers a little bit of everything, from the excitement of a bustling downtown to the peace and beauty of the outdoors. This September, however, it will be one of the most visited places in California because of all the great events that the city is putting on. Here are some of...

Santa Barbara, California is a tried-and-true vacation destination for a number of reasons. Between its soft, sandy beaches, its refreshing ocean waves, and its vibrant, laid back atmosphere, Santa Barbara is the ideal beach getaway. Now you can add another layer to your experience that you might not otherwise have appreciated by playing the augmented reality game Pokémon Go, where users find and capture Pokémon by exploring their surroundings, such...

Located along the coast of Central California, Santa Barbara is an idyllic community with a plethora of beautiful beaches guaranteed to steal a little piece of your heart. As a matter of fact, our beaches are so magnificent, it’s difficult for we who live here to actually take a vacation anywhere else. Why spend the money on travel and lodging when you can drive in any direction and find a...

People who laugh more often are healthier than those who remain serious most of the time, and the caring and kind citizens of Santa Barbara are concerned about your health; we show it by offering a variety of comedy shows just to help you laugh more! The comedians performing at these hot comedy spots will keep you in stitches throughout the duration of your Santa Barbara vacation—make sure you find...

It can be so difficult to choose from the many exciting and relaxing activities offered in Santa Barbara, so forgive us for making the choices a little harder, but we’d be remiss if we didn’t tell you about some things going on next week! If you’re going to be in town the second week of August 2016, consider some of these things to do in Santa Barbara, CA; they’re not...