As crazy as it seems, 2020 is finally coming to an end. COVID-19 has thrown travel plans throughout the year into disarray. However, everything is getting better and travel restrictions have finally been lifted. The holidays are almost here, so there is no better time to plan ahead for your Thanksgiving weekend. This November holiday is about spending time with the family and a mouthwatering feast to go with it. If you are looking for the perfect Thanksgiving destination this year, look no further than Santa Barbara. This California destination is the perfect location to escape reality and enjoy some time away. The city is known for its beautiful Spanish architecture and close proximity to the beach. What makes staying in Santa Barbara even better for the holidays is our exclusive selection of vacation rentals. We offer the best properties in and around the area for you to choose from when celebrating Thanksgiving in Santa Barbara.
No competitor can even come close when it comes to our selection of vacation rentals. Each property is privately owned and offers luxury amenities to keep you comfortable all stay long. You can choose from cute cottages that are the perfect escape for young couples. Or reserve a larger Victorian-style home that can comfortably keep the entire family together under a single roof. You will find all the necessary amenities such as fresh linens, flat-screen TVs, complimentary Wi-Fi access, and so much more. No more kids complaining that there is nothing to do! Of course, since this is California, you can enjoy the crisp yet still comfortable weather in November on the patio deck. Now that is plenty to choose from!
Now let's get to the real reason you are here, the Thanksgiving feast! Ask anyone in your family what they are looking forward to the most and we guarantee they will say it is all about the food. Our vacation rentals are the perfect home away from home. As mentioned, they are full of all the amenities but also the rooms too. Each room is incredibly spacious with open floor plans in most properties. This includes the necessary kitchen where you can whip up the desired feast. The kitchens are stocked with all the utensils and dishware you need for the meal. They also include full-size appliances that have plenty of room for the turkey and a side or two. You will be able to comfortably cook up the entire meal in this single room. Once the feast is prepared make sure the dining area is properly set before you dig in. We can smell the turkey already!
Santa Barbara is also known for having some incredible restaurants in the area. While COVID has made dining out more difficult most of these restaurants have started offering curbside service when it previously was not available. Fine dining favorites including Bouchon Santa Barbara and Holdren's Steaks & Seafood will be offering their holiday meals to go. That's right, you can pick up your favorite holiday entrees and have a giant feast back at your vacation rental. There are plenty of different cuisines available throughout the city letting you break the mold of tradition and try something new. Don't forget the bottle of wine or two!
Indulging yourself in a huge feast is not all there is to celebrating Thanksgiving in Santa Barbara. The area has been known to showcase incredible holiday events year after year. Unfortunately, COVID has made most large events unavailable this year but that does not mean the fun stops there. Instead, try out some smaller activities during your stay. Santa Barbara is home to an abundance of pumpkin patches where you can pick and choose your favorite. These local farms also usually have other activities for the kids too. Head just outside the city limits and check out the incredible vintages at the local wineries. The fall season is prime time for winemaking and the tourist traffic is at a low. Grab a light sweater and head to the beach for beautiful ocean views. While it might be a bit too chilly to jump in the water it is the perfect time to have a comfortable walk during the day. No matter how you celebrate your downtime during your holiday weekend it will be spent with loved ones.
There is no time like the present to get ready for your Thanksgiving journey to Santa Barbara. Take a look at our vacation rentals and see which one calls out to you. A Thanksgiving getaway to Santa Barbara is just the thing you need to finish off 2020.
