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B.S. and A.S., referencing the 2004 Oscar-winning film “Sideways” about a road trip to the Santa Barbara wine country.

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Couples are quietly shifting their wedding plans toward California’s Central Coast. This guide breaks down the venues shaping the region’s rise as a wedding destination.

Santa Ynez Valley will bring back its annual Restaurant Weeks this January, offering two weeks of special dining experiences.

From new cruise ships to major theme park openings and global events, 2026 is packed with fresh family vacation ideas worth ...

New cruise ships and new ways to experience favorite destinations top our list of 2026's best family vacation ideas.

Despite storms and sickness, the Kettmanns crushed Christmas season as usual; plus, stories you may have missed.