June 3 -- When it comes to an ideal beach trip, the formula is simple: great surf, long expanses of wide-open sand, maybe a boardwalk nearby, plus a full complement of kid-friendly amusements for when ...

Santa Barbara, aka: “The American Riviera”, has long been known as a great beach destination, but where are the best beaches in Santa Barbara for families? The area has become quite well known thanks ...

Created by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, the breakwater finger sticking into picturesque Santa Barbara Harbor works magic ...