Welcome to sunny Santa Barbara! • Our day begins with an invigorating bike ride through downtown’s palm-lined streets, admiring its characteristic Mediterranean and Spanish-revival architecture • Pedal along a paved bike path to Goleta Beach for your first glimpse of the mystical Channel Islands in the distance • Enjoy the views on a coastline spin to our luxurious hotel • Lace up for a shady trek through Rattlesnake Canyon that leads to gorgeous views of the Santa Ynez Mountains and Pacific Ocean • Treat yourself to some R&R back at the hotel.

Head out on a ride from the peaceful shaded foothills of the Santa Ynez mountains to the Pacific Ocean, past golden beaches and laid-back seaside communities • Enjoy lunch at the historic Ventura Pier, an iconic spot since 1872 • Soak up the sun and relaxed vibes at our resort, which lays claim to the best beach in California.

Set sail for Santa Cruz Island, the largest of the Channel Islands • Explore the island’s colorful rocky coastline and famous sea caves by kayak • Learn about Santa Cruz’s fascinating ecology and rich geological past • Explore at your own pace, hiking inland trails or snorkeling underneath the waves • Shuttle to artsy Ojai and settle into our iconic hotel, a draw for Hollywood A-listers and sports celebs for a century • Bike through the beautiful countryside surrounding Ojai • Stop for a picnic and tasting at the Ojai Olive Oil Company, a third-generation, family-owned organic farm • Spend the afternoon browsing Ojai’s shops and galleries or kick back at the hotel • Cap off your adventure with a serene hike in Fox Canyon to one last stunning ocean vista.