Travel

Southern Travels

Notes from Patagonia

Recently, I had the opportunity to make the trek to the toe of South America, an adventure that included hiking, horseback riding, kayaking, and cruising through the fjords to Cape Horn. Read story.

Monaco: Not Just for the Rich and Famous

Affordable Fun Amidst One of the More Glamorous Cities on Earth

Here’s how you can have some affordable fun while visiting one of the more glamorous cities on the planet. Read story.

Polar Bear Capital of the World

A Chilling Visit to Churchill, Manitoba

A Canadian adventure to Churchill, Manitoba is chilling in more ways than one. Read story.

Ahh, Año Nuevo

Elephant Seal Brawls and Equal Access for All Ages at Coastal Nature Reserve

Even those with aching bones can see the elephant seals fight for superiority at this coastal nature reserve north of Santa Cruz. Read story.

Hitting the Heights in Athens

Greeks we met were mostly soft-spoken and not prone to bragging that Greece gave the world democracy, theater, philosophy, medicine, and much more. But one sommelier at Grande Bretagne’s roof garden lamented to us that Greeks feel that their wines lack appreciation in the outside world. Read story.

Cruising the Adriatic

Friendly Floating Village

There are mega-sized cruise ships that you could fit the entire population of Buellton into and still have room for the crew. Read story.

In the Ballpark

Cactus League Games

Barney goes to the Cactus League spring training games and also dines out in the Phoenix area. Read story.

Mammoth's 2011 Moves

Snow Fun Enhanced with Roving Food Truck, iPhone App, and More

How everyone's favorite mountain enhanced this winter with a food truck, iPhone app, and more. Read story.

In Arizona’s Red Rock Country

Look for the Teal-Green Arches

In Sedona, high in Arizona’s breathtaking red rock country, McDonald’s arches aren’t golden. Read story.

Hitting the Desert Trail

High and Dry

We drove out of Santa Barbara in a downpour, setting the GPS for the high and dry country of Arizona. Read story.

California Getaway

Off to Ojai

To some Santa Barbarans, there are times when the town is just too busy, too Saturday-night-boisterous, too crowded with traffic. Just too-too. That’s when they head 45 minutes down the road to little Ojai, cupped in Ventura County’s hills. Read story.

Cruising the Caribbean

Barney Rides a Dream

I’ve always wondered what it would be like to ply the Caribbean’s turquoise waters aboard a yacht, sipping Champagne and nibbling caviar. Read story.

Escape to Ojai

Nearby Get-Away Offers Good Food, Lots to Do, and Relaxation

Nearby get-away offers good food, lots to do, and relaxation. Read story.

Oaks in Ojai

Rest, Rejuvenate, and Lose Weight

The Oaks sits on the main thoroughfare, a stone’s throw from shops and restaurants, making it convenient for guests to explore the charming town. Read story.

Making a Difference in Bolivia

A Report from Santa Barbara Middle School's Annual Trip to the Amazon

A report from Santa Barbara Middle School's annual trip to the Amazon. Read story.

White Wash

Film explores the complexity of race in America through the ... Read More