Places to Go

Santa Cruz Island, Smuggler's Cove

This large cove offers the most diverse list of activities found on Santa Cruz. A poplular boating destination, this is the place to be for harbor cruising and boat hopping...very social. Smuggler's also boasts the best beach on the island. Soft sand and a southern exposure make for a mainland like beach, without the crowds. Just inland are deep rock canyons, beautiful and mysterious, you can find your own space and enjoy complete seclusion.

Santa Barbara Harbor and Goleta Bay

Surrounded by majestic mountains and sea cliffs, this protion of the California coast has a unique micro climate not unlike Southern Europe. The architecture celebrates teh Spanish history and the food and wine of the region is unrivaled.