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Knapp's Castle from East Camino Cielo Road

Things To Do – Santa Barbara, California

Knapp's Castle is a stone ruin that sits on a rocky point with stunning vistas. An easy half-mile hike from East Camino Cielo Road leads to the 1916 sandstone mansion. What remains is the foundation, rock arches, fireplaces, chimneys, ... More on Trails

Building: CA-40-04

Landmarks – Pismo Beach, California

(CA-40-04) at Cottage Inn by the Sea in Pismo Beach , San Luis Obispo County, CA. Price St. NW 0.4 miles from jct with CA1 (Dolliver St.) in Pismo Beach to the bldg on ... More on dalejtravis.com

Vietnam Veterans Memorial Museum

Museums – Santa Barbara, California

Perhaps the most bizarre thing I ever witnessed was the Vitnam Veterans Memorial Museum. Get in the long line near the mausoleum and march, single file with the thousands of Vietnamese that come daily to pay their respect. No photographs ... More on insiderpages.com

Wine Tasting

Things To Do – Solvang, California

You can pick up a great free map of the vineyards in the area by stopping by Solvang Conference and Visitors B More on igougo

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  • We began talking to the Solvang Gardens Lodge owner about any wine tours that he recommended, and he offered to call his friend who does private wine tours. More on igougo

  • We began talking to the Solvang Gardens Lodge owner about any wine tours that he recommended, and he offered to call his friend who ... More on igougo

Mc Carthy Wholesale

Things To Do – San Luis Obispo, California

I bought a car here quite a while ago, but had the best experience. More on insiderpages.com

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  • The price was right, the staff was nice . More on insiderpages.com

  • I bought a car here quite a while ago, but had the best experience. The price was right, the staff was nice. It was a used vehicle and the tires were a bit worn, they made sure ... More on insiderpages.com

Rancho Guadalupe Dunes Preserve

Things To Do – Guadalupe, California

Off the beaten path but worth the trip. The Rancho Guadalupe Dunes Preserve is a natural wonder. The boardwalk over the fresh water marsh is a scenic and easy hike to the dunes and the ocean. The ... More on TripAdvisor

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  • Off-road vehicle play area that includes 18 miles of coastline, with dunes extending ... More on TripAdvisor

The Brander Vineyard

Wineries And Vineyards – Los Olivos, California

I would highly recommend this winery to everyone visiting the Santa Ynez Valley!! I absolutely love and adore this winery. They specialize in Bordeaux and have world class Sauvignon Blanc wines. Th... More on CaliforniaWineryAdvisor.com

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  • A visit to The Brander Vineyard is somewhat like visiting a small wine estate in Europe. The landscaped grounds of flowers, poplars, cottonwood, and redwood trees, plus a rustic courtyard create an... More on CaliforniaWineryAdvisor.com

Paint Jam Parties

Things To Do – Goleta, California

PAINT JAM . . . is a unique party theme that engages all ages 6-106. Express ones life, mood or fancy in full color with professional arts materials and take home the ultimate party favor or Santa Barbara souvenir- ... More on uptake_content

Santa Barbara Bowl

Things To Do – Santa Barbara, California

Great views of the ocean. More on Yahoo! Travel

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  • This is a nice place to see a concert. Small but quaint venue. Great views of the ocean. More on Yahoo! Travel

  • Santa Barbara Bowl is the perfect date spot. "Perfect," as in if the girl is cool with you taking her here,... More on clubzone

Barber Shop

Things To Do – Santa Ynez, California

Reasonably priced . More on insiderpages.com

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  • A cut with chit chat and a smile is offered here for a reasonable price . More on insiderpages.com

  • Old time style service. A cut with chit chat and a smile is offered here for a reasonable price. My son got his hair cut here ... More on insiderpages.com

Channel Cities Jazz Society

Things To Do – Santa Barbara, California

Tres Hermanas Vineyard & Winery

Wineries And Vineyards – Los Alamos, California

A nice tasting room and a friendly staff. More on CaliforniaWineryAdvisor.com

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  • All the wine was good but the Barbara was exceptional . More on CaliforniaWineryAdvisor.com

  • Stopped by on a whim as we had never heard of the place. We are glad we did. A nice tasting room and a friendly staff. The wine maker came out and signed our bottles. All ... More on CaliforniaWineryAdvisor.com

Belgian Cafe

Restaurants – Solvang, California

Really nice staff too. More on insiderpages.com

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  • Great atmosphere! More on insiderpages.com

  • I have never had REAL Belgian Cafe, but I think this may come close. I love this restaurant the food and se... More on insiderpages.com

Coffee Grinder

Restaurants – Carpinteria, California

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Black Pearl Coffee House

Restaurants – Pismo Beach, California

A "Casablanca" style caf with gourmet coffee, ... More on Yahoo! Travel

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