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Traveling During A Pandemic Articles

January 31, 2025

Traveling During A Pandemic

What You Can Expect From The Airlines United Airlines Welcomes Santa Barbara Travel C.O.O. For An Inside Look Choosing to…

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Paradise is Back Articles

January 31, 2025

Paradise is Back

A very long-anticipated day is finally here! Today (October 15th) the Hawaiian islands open back up to the states for…

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Brush Creek Ranch Articles

January 31, 2025

Brush Creek Ranch

Welcome to the true spirit of the American West. Majestic scenery, limitless luxury, and endless adventure exemplify the Western experience…

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Turks and Caicos Articles

January 31, 2025

Turks and Caicos

A recent common misconception is that visitors are not allowed to travel or will not be let into other countries…

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Stress Free Travel Articles

January 31, 2025

Stress Free Travel

No need to sit on hold with an airline for hours or in a customer service line at the airport…

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The Gift Of Travel Articles

January 31, 2025

The Gift Of Travel

The following destinations highlight the dazzling beauty of our planet. We've taken into consideration what is open and feasible- so…

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Escape for the Holidays Articles

January 31, 2025

Escape for the Holidays

Utah & Colorado Stein Eriksen Lodge Deer Valley, Utah (photo) was awarded the Best Ski Hotel in the World and…

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Good Things Coming: Articles

January 31, 2025

Good Things Coming:

Australia After having one of the strictest Covid-19 travel policies Australia’s tourism minister had announced they plan on opening their…

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Valentine Getaways Articles

January 31, 2025

Valentine Getaways

Whether you have a Valentine, or are looking for one, a vacation can be just what cupid ordered. Santa Barbara…

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Summer Travel Articles

January 31, 2025

Summer Travel

Viva la Summer, it's time to take that long-awaited vacation!The weather is warming and school's out- this time not due to…

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Traveling with Children & Pets Articles

January 31, 2025

Traveling with Children & Pets

If your dream trip includes children or a beloved pet, you're in luck.  We love kids and pets here at…

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History & Nature Articles

January 31, 2025

History & Nature

Nature reserves, architectural sites, historic cities... UNESCO World Heritage Sites represent humanity's shared legacy, our most valued gifts from history and…

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The Essence of Small Ship Sailing Articles

January 31, 2025

The Essence of Small Ship Sailing

Ocean yacht sailings, paddle wheel river cruises and cutting edge expedition voyages- awaken the inner sailor and top our list of…

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Time for a Spring Break! Articles

January 31, 2025

Time for a Spring Break!

Now is the time to plan your much deserved Spring break!   As covid restrictions loosen, it's finally time to use…

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Carnival, Festival, Fasnacht Articles

January 31, 2025

Carnival, Festival, Fasnacht

Barranquilla Carnival in Barranquilla, Colombia In honor of Santa Barbara's famed Fiesta celebration this month, we are highlighting the top…

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Turkey & Festive Travel Articles

January 31, 2025

Turkey & Festive Travel

Hot Air Balloon Tours in Cappadocia The Season of Gratitude Santa Barbara Travel Bureau is grateful for its clients and…

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Holiday & Winter Travel Articles

January 31, 2025

Holiday & Winter Travel

Autumn reminds us that winter is coming and the holiday season is upon us.  You and your loved ones may be…

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Globetrotting Articles

January 31, 2025

Globetrotting

Weather you prefer to "trot" around the globe, fly, sail, drive, train, bike or bus- there is much to see.  The…

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Fabulous New Hotels & Glorious Properties Articles

January 31, 2025

Fabulous New Hotels & Glorious Properties

Fabulous New Hotels & Glorious Properties An exciting array of properties debuted in 2022, welcoming guests with sprawling beachfront villas,…

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Take Me To The Tropics Articles

January 31, 2025

Take Me To The Tropics

After a rainy winter you might be craving endless sunshine, tropical landscapes and warm ocean waves.  Whether you’re considering a getaway to closer destinations like…

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Adventure Travel Articles

January 31, 2025

Adventure Travel

Norway's Ryten Mountain.  -Getty Images Wild experiences come in many forms, on all seven continents. Start dreaming of your next…

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The Romance of Africa Articles

January 31, 2025

The Romance of Africa

Since February is known as the most romantic month of the year, we reflect on the romance that travel brings. It's hard…

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Celebrating 75 Years of Travel Excellence Articles

January 31, 2025

Celebrating 75 Years of Travel Excellence

Santa Barbara Travel Bureau is proud to announce its 75th Anniversary as a locally owned and operated travel agency, with…

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Tour the World Articles

January 31, 2025

Tour the World

Italian Holidays, Adventure Group Tours, Costa Rica and African Safaris – let Santa Barbara Travel Bureau handle the details on…

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Arctic Adventures Articles

January 31, 2025

Arctic Adventures

Polar penguine viewing on a Quark Expedition. The Arctic is an ocean surrounded by continents, while Antarctica is a continent…

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Croatia’s Gastronomy Articles

January 31, 2025

Croatia’s Gastronomy

Exploring Croatia's Gastronomy  Kolorina beach in Dubrovnik, Croatia Whether you have visited Croatia before or are considering a future trip, it's…

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Catalina Island Articles

January 31, 2025

Catalina Island

Hop a ferry for beaches and backcountry hiking in California’s Channel Islands. An easy drive from Santa Barbara, Catalina is perfect…

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Beautiful Barcelona Articles

January 31, 2025

Beautiful Barcelona

Skip the lines at Sagrada Família and head to Sant Pau Recinte Modernista. Our favorite under-the-radar attractions, sustainable restaurants, and…

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Portugal For Wine Lovers Articles

January 31, 2025

Portugal For Wine Lovers

Experience the history and culture of port winemaking along the Douro River. Pictured above is Porto, Portugal’s second-largest city with ancient, pastel-hued…

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2024 “It” Destinations Articles

January 31, 2025

2024 “It” Destinations

Whether your vacation goals are simple or sophisticated, our advice is the same: Lock that trip in now. Beloved European…

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Festive Markets Articles

January 31, 2025

Festive Markets

Ice skating in festive market. - London, England (photo by Fas Khan ) Happy Holidays from Santa Barbara Travel Bureau!           …

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Romantic Destinations Articles

January 31, 2025

Romantic Destinations

Romance under the sea at John Pennekamp Coral Reef State Park. -The Florida Keys and Key West Stateside romance any time…

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