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The Best Places to Wine Taste in the Santa Ynez Valley

May 04, 2021

"Where Should You Go Wine Tasting?"

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5 Spooky Stories to Tell by the Crackling Campfire or Firepit

October 19, 2020

5 Spooky Stories to Tell by the Crackling Campfire or Firepit

October 19, 2020

Spooky stories that range from kid-friendly to so scary it will scare even the bravest adult. Great for your campfire this spooky season. 

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Hiking Apps - All Trails App

November 01, 2017

Hiking Apps - All Trails App

November 01, 2017

Trails take on all shapes and sizes and as any avid hiker knows, not every trail has clearly marked paths or helpful signage. It only takes getting lost once while hiking to inspire us to look for additional solutions and the popular site All Trails has developed an app that makes it nearly impossible to lose your way as you explore new areas!
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How To Create Natural Home Décor

June 08, 2017

How To Create Natural Home Décor

June 08, 2017

We aren’t always able to tear ourselves away from our hectic lives and experience the restorative powers of nature but that doesn’t mean we can’t create a home environment that helps us get by in between trips! Décor By The Seashore has a list of 10 items that you can collect on your camping trips and various DIY projects you can take part in to help transform your home into its very own peaceful retreat. Most of these projects are easy enough to do around the campfire!
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Wine & Food Festivals – Los Olivos Jazz & Olive Festival

May 05, 2017

Wine & Food Festivals – Los Olivos Jazz & Olive Festival

May 05, 2017

The warm summer months are on their way and that means festival season is upon us! The annual Los Olivos Jazz & Olive Festival in the Santa Ynez Valley takes place on June 3, 2017 from 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm at Lavinia Campbell Park and features some of the area’s finest wineries, local food vendors and restaurants serving up their own unique olive creations, and celebrated jazz musicians.
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​Spring & Summer Holidays In Wine Country

April 28, 2017

​Spring & Summer Holidays In Wine Country

April 28, 2017

With Cinco De Mayo, Memorial Day, and 4th of July quickly approaching, it may be time to make some travel plans. If you are looking for a unique holiday experience, Central California offers one of the finest regions for wine tasting and craft beer brewing and Buellton is in the center of it all!
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Plan The Perfect Wedding With Highway West Vacations

February 15, 2017

Plan The Perfect Wedding With Highway West Vacations

February 15, 2017

Wedding season is upon us! Whether you are planning for this year or a year or two down the line, you may be considering a destination wedding and what better place to host a destination wedding than a location that can provide a memorable setting, food services, and accommodations for your entire wedding party! We have three particular destinations in mind, each with their own unique charm, natural setting, and decorative themes. Let’s see what each one has to offer!
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Quick Tips & Tricks For The Hiking Trail

July 19, 2016

Quick Tips & Tricks For The Hiking Trail

July 19, 2016

We have all prepared for hikes, only to have something go wrong. Staying hydrated or protecting ourselves from the elements can sometimes defy common sense and careful planning. The folks over at Backpacker.com have had some experienced adventurers weigh in with some DIY tips that will help you avoid having your hike turn into a harrowing affair.
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