Santa Maria Valley is the perfect home base for California’s Central Coast
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Whether your day was filled with authentic barbecue, award-winning wine, a day at the dunes or all of the above, we've got options when it comes to where you rest your head to recharge.
7 Hotels Under $100/night in Santa Maria Valley
Sometimes, you just need to hit pause and dive into relaxation mode head-on. Whether that means sampling new wines and chowing down on local bites,…
"If you think you put enough seasoning on there, go a little further." ⬆️🔥
Meet Ray Williams: pitmaster, meat science teacher, and a man who will not let Santa Maria Style barbecue be done wrong.
We sat down with Ray to talk red oak, tri-tip, and why seeing sauce on barbecue makes him cringe. The full interview is worth every word.
🔗🥩 Link in bio to read more.
🎡 The Santa Barbara County Fair is BACK, with two weekends of nonstop fun to celebrate America`s 250th birthday!
📅 July 3-5 and July 8-12
🎶 Live entertainment
🎉 Fiesta Days
🐄 Livestock show
🎠 More carnival rides than EVER before
Make some memories! 🌟 Link in bio for more info.
It starts with one trip, and then you`ll never be the same. 🫶
The wine, the barbecue, the views. This isn`t just a phase or a situationship. It`s a full commitment.
You already know about that Santa Maria Style barbecue. 😮💨🔥
And if you don’t, what are you waiting for?
Craft beer and cocktails, delicious tacos, views that never get old, and a vibe that`ll keep you coming back for more.
That`s Santa Maria Valley. Come find out for yourself. 🍺🌮☀️
Checking the summer forecast right now...
Santa Maria Valley: 😌✨
Cooler temps, open roads, and a destination that won`t break the bank. There`s no better place to beat the heat this summer.
Are you packed yet? We`ll see you on the coast. 🌊
Raise a glass to the women running the show in Santa Maria Valley! 🍷✨
🌿 Cambria Winery & Vineyard is one of California`s most celebrated women-owned wineries, with female leadership from the vineyard to the bottle.
🥂 cnagy Wines was born from winemaker Clarissa Nagy`s passion for the Central Coast, and her Pinot Noir is absolutely worth seeking out.
🌊 Riverbench Winery crafts stunning estate wines and sparkling bottles inspired by the traditions of Champagne.
🏡 Presqu`ile Winery brings Southern hospitality to wine country. Think horseback riding, bocce, and exceptional pours.
🍇 Zaca Mesa Winery & Vineyards is a Santa Barbara County icon, now led by winemaker and GM Kristin Bryden.
Head to the link in our bio to read the full blog and start planning your wine-filled weekend getaway!
Looking to ditch the big match crowds? ⚽
You could spend your summer in traffic…
or you could spend it here.
Right between Los Angeles and the San Francisco Bay Area, Santa Maria Valley is the kind of getaway that doesn’t require a game plan.
✨ Think open roads, coastal views, Santa Maria Style barbecue, and wine without the wait.
🔗 Plan your getaway at the link in our bio.
