Visitors to the Santa Barbara Courthouse can tour its halls, the Sunken Garden and see a 360-degree view of the city from the clock tower. Credit: Daniel Green / Noozhawk photo This is one in a series ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Amanda Lauren writes about interior design and real estate. Few places balance beauty, history, and laid-back luxury quite like ...

With such a variety of places to see and things to do, it’s no wonder that California is one of the most popular US states for tourists. From the urban sprawl of Los Angeles to the relaxed lifestyle ...

Santa Barbara’s postcard-perfect beaches and Spanish architecture are just the beginning of what this California coastal paradise has to offer. Venture beyond the guidebook recommendations and you’ll ...

An economic unpacking of the region — and a look toward the horizon — took place Wednesday afternoon at Visit Santa Barbara’s annual 2026 Tourism Summit, where tourism leaders, economists, business ...