Great GA airport, great staff Solvang is just an Uber away…read more You are literally walking distance to Gainey Vineyards, Fess Parker winery. Quick Uber to The Alisal River golf course. Since flying here and renting a tie down here I can say its a great destination airport.

Went today to Airport day and worst experience of my kids short lives. My autistic son wanted to…read moresee the inside of the "pull a plane" as many planes were letting kids inside. Right as I was pulling him out the very next second, the owner of the plane ran over yelling at us to get him. That was really reactive and jarring. He then proceeded to tell my wife how our Son is not disciplined enough and how we should do more as parents. First who does he think he is to tell us how to be parents second he shut up pretty quickly after we told him that our son is Autistic. A little sensitivity would go a long way for the small group of ignorant small minded people that lived in the valley and on our way out my son who was also excited to get a hot dog curiously picked up an empty tray which I told him to stop but the people scrambling to make get food in time proceeded to lecture my son for 3 minutes straight about how he not out to do that because food isn't served for another 12 minutes and he needed to wait just like everyone else. Too much Seriously be conscious about people who host your event, the vendors and the people who aren't. Please get sensitivity training for your staff so they can see what the law states about harassment not just for employees but 3rd party vendors contact too

I loved this shuttle. I could park in one place or ride into town on a bus or train and get around…read moredowntown. Now it sucks with their stupid mostly empty promenade with bikes going faster than cars ever did. They want this to be Pearl Street in Boulder. It will never be that.

The Downtown Waterfront Shuttle was one of Santa Barbara's best perks. I hope to see it back in…read moreaction sometime soon. For years and years, this MTD shuttle went in a loop up and down State Street from Sola to Cabrillo. It ran every 30 minutes for most of the daylight hours. Until recently, they operated out of neat old-fashioned trolley-style buses. These were recently replaced with enclosed all-electric buses. I live a few blocks from the topmost Sola stop and would take this bus many a weekend if I were headed to the funk zone or the ocean. It's only $0.50 per ride and the price had remained that way for years. A great deal. State Street has been closed off and turned into a promenade-type area as of late. The change has displaced this beloved shuttle. Not sure of State Street's future, but I'd love to see this unique shuttle back in action, if even on another street like Chapala. Long live the Downtown Waterfront Shuttle!

What a cute little visitors center near Santa Barbra train station. We came in to take a look…read morebefore our dinner next door. They have so many cute souvenirs, also pamphlets and maps for visitors. The Santa Barbara tray I got was cute and functional. Staff were friendly with big smiles!

What a wonderful first impression of the lovely city of Santa Barbara! We stumbled in here after…read moregetting off the Amtrak train, looking for recommendations for kid-friendly eats, and we left with a wonderful list of places we try. The staff here are super friendly, just people wanting to help other people. Shoutout to Ruairi, the awesome Irish, who really helped us lay out the food land during our visit. We visited most of the food spots that he recommended and had a wonderful foodie experience - we found our new favorite pizza spot! The store is clean, quaint, and a lovely visit. Will recommend tourists to pop in for a quick visit just to make sure you have all your t's crossed off :)

GETTING HERE:…read more Located on the 101 South in Gaviota, #obvi. :) REVIEW: First-timer here! It's an absolute great place for a quick pit stop/stretch break, and I have a vague knowledge of it being closed for a long while. It was such a blessing to be able to stop here for a bit on our way home from NorCal. The restrooms were clean. BIG WIN! I noticed there were informational signs/displays near, that I can only assume shared the history of the area. I will note those on my next stop. I felt safe here, although it was a daytime stop. Will update again soon!

I recently reviewed the Gaviota Rest Area's northbound side (…read morehttps://www.yelp.com/biz/gaviota-rest-area-northbound-side-goleta?hrid=ZD_A27xUjI0BfVrxb346sA&utm_campaign=www_review_share_popup&utm_medium=copy_link&utm_source=(direct) ). Most of what I wrote about the northbound side is true of the southbound side, although this side (southbound) feels like it has a slightly larger and more varied natural area behind the bathroom buildings. This side also has a much larger pet-relief area. Frankly, I've stopped at the northbound side about four times as often as I've stopped here, mainly because it was my habit--ritual, really--to stop at Pea Soup Andersen's (RIP) for a break on my way from San Francisco to SoCal. Now that the original Pea Soup's is no more, this stop will probably be more useful to me. Also like its northbound cousin, this stop was closed for years for renovations. It also seems generally to be closed more often than the northbound side, for some reason. When I visited last week, I noticed that they've removed the payphones. I guess that's to be expected these days, but if a person really were desperate and they had lost their phone, it seems like a remote rest area of all places should have a way to make a phone call. The men's bathroom is usually very clean. The parking setup is similar to the northbound side, so be careful when pulling in and out. It is also slightly safer, though, because there seems to be a longer lead-in before the parking stalls begin than on the other side.

What a fun tour! We got to learn about some SB history and learn about tiles from both an artistic…read moreand historical perspective... we got a bunch of free swag with our Tile Spotter Premium tix-- a hand stamped Journal and tote featuring tile art from our tour guide, Roger Buster! I loved the energy, the pace, and all of the amazing information we received-- and I especially loved the "tile spotter" card that came with the tour-- it was like a scavenger hunt and walking tour all in one!

The tile walk was amazing! I learned a lot about the unique and beautiful tiles all over downtown…read moreSanta Barbara, including the different time periods and artistic influences. Also, we got to see a lot of beautiful local Santa Barbara architecture. Highly recommend this walking tour, whether you're a local or just visiting! Great for every one of all ages if you like learning about something new.

This rest stop is so nice, clean and the surroundings lush . The restrooms are clean, with paper…read moretowels, seat cover and hand soap. Very convenient to stretch and walk the dogs . No shops just for restrooms break.

California's highway rest areas are universally magical, disappointing, sketchy, lovely, and weird…read more We would stop at them occasionally on cross-state trips when I was little, mainly to use the bathroom, but as I grew older and drove long distances myself, I never really understood their value. Why not stop somewhere you could also buy gas and food? But then I got into this habit of doing the San Francisco-to-Los Angeles trip on the 5 in the middle of the night, and rest areas became essential, because many 24/7 gas stations' restrooms magically go out of order in the middle of the night. Since the pandemic, I've been pretty annoyed by how many of the rest areas along the 5 have been simultaneously closed for long periods of time. I understand if they're doing major renovations, but Caltrans should schedule the construction so that at least some of the rest areas are open along the same route. Rest areas on other freeways feel like a bonus, like that random one on the 280. Who uses that one? Why? I know, I know; I already told you why people need rest areas. The Gaviota rest areas along the 101 might be my favorite in the state. Especially this one, the one on the northbound (eastern) side of the freeway. It appears not long after the 101 goes from hugging the south-facing coast to almost due north toward the curvy hilly section on the way to Buellton. And unlike its 5 counterparts, this rest area has a lot of character. It has gorgeous views of the surrounding natural features, and it feels perfect in scale. Is it safe? It's not unsafe, but compared to other rest areas, you might say it is unsafe. For one thing, the parking is a small bank of angled parking spots right off the incoming lane. People are usually coming fast off the 101, so when you're backing out to leave, you need to very careful. Also, the only thing separating these parking spots from the highway is a short stone wall and a lane for semis and buses. That lane is usually occupied, so you're usually physically protected, but when it's unoccupied, it would be very easy for a car to careen through that wall and into the parking spaces. There are also signs that warn about rattlesnakes, but I've never seen one here. Unfortunately, this rest area has been closed on two separate occasions in the last three years for renovations. The second closure was only for a few months, but it was still annoying, as this is a good place for me to use the restroom, stretch my legs, and catch some sleep if I need to now that Pea Soup Andersen's is permanently closed (RIP). The bathrooms are generally pretty clean. Even though you're right next to the freeway, it doesn't feel as loud or obnoxious as you expect it to. They have some tables to sit at and a couple of pet-relief areas. I love looking across the highway at the craggy hills. It reminds me so much of the geography farther north around the Madonna Inn in San Luis Obispo.

Really fun way to explore downtown Santa Barbara. This is an easy, level walking surface tour. I…read morewalked at a very leisurely pace and was able to complete the tour in 2 hours. If you go M-F during business hours, use the restrooms at the SB County Courthouse. They are much nicer and better supplied than the public restroom off State St. listed in the tour a bit further on. Be sure to check out the tours in Ventura and San Diego, as well.

We recently wrapped up another amazing camping stay with Sun Outdoors Santa Barbara and the amount…read moreof stuff we were able to do in a few days while still enjoying the laid back, coastal experience was beyond our expectations. From this location you're minutes away from the beach (across the highway with foot or car access), a short drive in to Solvang or DT Santa Barbara! And less than an hour to Ventura if you want to do a Channel Island day trip. The property offers convenient amenities like: Heated pool and hot tub, Nearby hiking trails, Views of Channel Islands and the Ynez Mountains, Concrete RV pads and grassy tent sites and a Market. Misc: The property was super clean and tidy. Two for two we arrived at our campsite and it looked like we were the 1st ones to have ever set foot in it. Immaculate! And of course the staff members are super friendly and helpful. Overall: If you're part of the RV bunch that enjoys a perfectly maintained property for your outing this is your spot. If you're a camper that enjoys setting up a tent and unwind...but also enjoys a hot shower and clean restrooms then by all means do consider Sun Outdoors your next get away spot.

My favorite campground, hands down…read more It honestly bugs me that Yelp only has a one-to-five rating system, because sometimes five stars just isn't enough. This place deserves a 9.9 out of 10. Let me tell you about this hidden gem. First off, the name is almost misleading. Sun Outdoors Santa Barbara makes it sound like it's right in Santa Barbara, but it's actually about 15 minutes north of Goleta, in the El Capitan area -- and that name fits it much better. This place feels like a hidden piece of heaven. This is my third time being here. The first time was when I was in boarding school in eighth grade and we came here on a school trip. The second time was when I was married and stayed at the connected glamping resort. My ex-wife loved to travel, and we stayed at some very elegant places, but this was glamping at its finest. What I didn't realize back then is that the hotel and RV campground are connected by a little trail. You can walk from the RV side to the hotel area, visit their little convenience store, and continue down toward the beach. I'm currently in spot 818, all the way near the top, and it feels like I'm in the mountains. It's private, peaceful, and surrounded by nature. But just a short walk away, you have access to one of the most beautiful beaches around. It feels almost private. Absolutely stunning. For me, this RV campground is perfect. They have everything: a dog park where your dog can run off-leash, a kids' playground, hiking trails, a pool, a jacuzzi, clean and beautiful bathrooms, and well-kept grounds. Everything is maintained extremely well. The staff is also outstanding. Kathy runs the place, and she clearly runs a tight ship. Every staff member I've dealt with has been wonderful. They're never in your way, but they're always there when you need them. That's rare. Before coming here, I stayed at a very nice RV park in Malibu. Was it nice? Sure. You could see the ocean. But it felt more like being in a parking lot. Here, I feel like I'm actually camping in the woods. Then you walk a little ways and suddenly you're at this incredible beach. I started RV life in February, and this is my fourth place so far. To me, this is heaven on earth. I've been here for a month, and I have to leave on the 8th because a school rented out the whole property and everyone has to clear out. Honestly, I'm sad to leave. But it's probably for the best, because I'm supposed to be exploring the coast -- and if I didn't have to leave, I might never go. As Arnold Schwarzenegger would say: I'll be back. Thank you to Kathy and everyone at Sun Outdoors/El Capitan for making my stay so comfortable and wonderful. I rarely write reviews unless a place is either the absolute best or disturbingly bad. This place is something very special. If you ever get the chance to stay here, take it.