Seek respite in California's electric Mediterranean-inspired oasis set between the ocean and the foothills of the Santa Ynez Mountains in Santa Barbara, popularly known as the "American Riviera." A few days in Santa Barbara is the ideal escape for relaxation, a place where you can slow down and appreciate the good things in life. Then raise your glass to toast the beauty of the landscape on a tour of four wineries as well as a food tour downtown!

The Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort was constructed in 1986 and has since established a reputation for luxury and excellence. Featuring Spanish elegance and Californian chic, sparkling pools and sunny skies, you can retreat to your seaside-style room at the end of your day, where you'll find a warm and calming place to rest your head. The resort's restaurants offer varied cuisine, from locally-farmed meat and fresh-off-the-dock seafood to decadent desserts and Californian classics.

Sun-drenched, relaxed and nestled seductively between Los Angeles and San Francisco, Santa Barbara's balmy weather, glorious beaches, crystal clear air, and serene landscapes have lured people to California's Central Coast for centuries. Experience the distinct flair of the city with an abundance of theaters, music venues, shopping malls and boutiques, such as the open-air mall Paseo Nuevo; State Street, a yellow-brick road of restaurants, cafés, shops and bars; the boutiques and shops at La Arcada; and the eclectic shops and tasting rooms in the Funk Zone.

Santa Barbara has earned a reputation as a producer of quality wines and has become a sought-after destination for wine lovers, thanks to its diverse vineyards, wine trails, enchanting weather and fertile valleys. Your six-hour wine country tour will take you to three stops in Santa Ynez Valley, where you'll find a mix of family-owned vineyards and small-production tasting rooms. Along the way, enjoy a gourmet picnic lunch, as well as an educational vineyard tour.

Satisfy your appetite with the town's award winning cuisines on the Original Downtown Santa Barbara Food Tour as you indulge your palate for a few hours of sipping, sampling and savoring. This fun and informative 3.5 hour progressive lunch will take you to seven local eateries and watering holes where SB locals actually go. You're in for an afternoon of delicious libations, delectable flavors, and some entertainment that won't disappoint. Explore Santa Barbara while leisurely walking through downtown with fun local guides who will share the inside scoop on just about everything related to Santa Barbara!