Perfect Pairings: Los Angeles & Santa Barbara
Get lost in the magic of LA, diving under its skin as you discover what makes this iconic city tick with rich cultural experiences and active adventures. Stay at ultra-chic hotels, with exclusive experiences showcasing the best of West Hollywood and downtown Santa Barbara. Submerging in the eclectic culture and beautiful coastline as you admire its hip enclaves, gourmet foodie scene and glossy boulevards, all just steps from the iconic waterfront.
Journey highlights
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Soak up LA life - a perfect mix of activity, adventure and culture with a good dose of sunshine to top it all off
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Hit the waves with your private surfing lesson and exhilarating horse-riding trek through the waves
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Let the calm wash over you in Santa Ynez Valley – yoga and sparkling wines – the perfect combination in the sundrenched Californian countryside
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Fully immerse yourself in the eclectic culture of the free-spirited Venice neighbourhood that makes LA so unique
Our tailor made journeys include:
When to visit
Los Angeles has a year-round climate. Summer (June - September) is the peak-tourist season, this is when the weather is hottest but beaches can be over crowded. January and February are the rainiest months. If you are visiting in May, June or July, watch out for the 'marine layer', a cloudy overcast, almost fog-like cloud which may affect the beach and first mile or so of the coastal strip, especially in the mornings.
The coastal climate of Santa Barbara is always an enjoyable surprise to the first-time visitor. This is particularly true during the winter months – roughly from October through March. Santa Barbara is a "get out in the sunshine and fresh air" place, with all the activities that implies. A short drive into the Santa Ynez wine region (some 40-minutes out of town) the temperature is always around 10 °F warmer without the ocean breezes.
Towering mountains, very close to the sea, shelter the coastal strip from inland heat and cold. The result is a comfortable year-round average temperature of 64 °F, with an average maximum of 74 and an average minimum of 56 °F.
All this means there is no "off-season" in Santa Barbara with sunshine all year round but the warmest months without morning fog and with higher temperatures are July through to October.
Why Scott Dunn?
Unique to You
- We listen to your travel goals and craft unique trips that are bespoke to you.
- We’re with you every step of your life’s travel journey, from honeymoons to family trips and beyond.
Seamless Service
- Global offices in the UK, US, and Singapore for 24/7 seamless service.
- We offer flexibility if your plans change so you can book with confidence and peace of mind.
Carefully Curated Collection
- We’ve curated an elevated collection of accommodation, experiences, and guides.
- Committed to fostering close global relationships to continue bringing you unique experiences.
Luxury in Every Sense
- We deliver a sense of luxury that matters most to you.
- Awarded Condé Nast Traveller’s Top Travel Specialists in the World 12 years in a row.