Perfect Pairings: Los Angeles & Santa Barbara

Tucked in between the lapping shores of the Pacific Ocean and the sprawling Santa Ynez Mountains, Hotel Californian is nestled in the heart of the romantic colonial town. Just steps from the beach, it is a celebration of Spanish Colonial architecture and modern style and design. Featuring a rooftop pool with panoramic ocean views, there's no better place to experience the American Riviera. A place to see and be seen, Hotel Californian offers a signature Mediterranean restaurant featuring farm-to-table cuisine, the perfect way to spend your first evening after your exhilarating day horse riding. 

Feeling well rested enjoy a sublime breakfast to fuel your body ready for your next epic adventure. A must on the Santa Barbara waters, this is the best spot for a private surfing lesson. Dive into the clear blue waters as your instructor takes you through how to catch the perfect wave, whether a beginner or seasoned pro they will help tweak your skills ensuring you have the most exhilarating time out there. Enjoy the afternoon to yourself mooching your way round the town or relax at the hotel rooftop pool ready for another divine evening. 

Let the excitement build over breakfast as you get ready to be whisked off to Santa Ynez wine country for a private yoga session and vineyard tour and tasting – the most beautiful of combinations. Sink into the tranquility of the beautiful farmland, striking your yoga pose overlooking rows of vineyards and the mountain scape around you! After your class, walk the estate's organic gardens while savoring fresh sparkling wine. Your senses will be heightened further at a farm-to-table artisan lunch, accompanied by a private wine tasting. A blissful ending to a perfect long weekend.