Let's Get Together Again When you're up for it, we're ready to welcome you back. Whether for a getaway with the girls, family road trip, or an adventure with your partner, Santa Maria Valley will be here. You can cool down, fill up, and sip and swirl at your own pace. Relax and Reconnect
Pair Wine and Strawberries from Home As we practice social distancing in these uncertain times, there’s no better opportunity to order wine online from one of the region’s 34 winery tasting rooms, pick up a carton of berries, and enjoy a tasting experience worth staying inside for. Sip and Snack
New Flights to and from Santa Maria The Santa Maria Public Airport (SMX) and United Airlines announced new routes that will help connect Santa Maria and the entire Central Coast to three major travel hubs — Denver, Los Angeles and San Francisco. The daily, nonstop routes will begin operation in late 2020. All Aboard
April 17 Costa de Oro: 17 Strong BBQ and Music April 17th from 1-4pm we are hosting a fundraiser and BBQ in support of 17 Strong. We hope you’ll come enjoy some wine, BBQ, music, and friends to help contribute to such a special and local foundation.
April 24 Vino et Amicis: Wine Tasting - Brick Barn Wine Estate Join Vino et Amicis for a wine tasting event on Saturday, April 24th. Vino et Amicis will be hosting Brick Barn’s Winemaker Adrian Bolshoi, and will be pouring tasting flights from 12:00 pm – 5:00 pm!
May 1 Costa de Oro: Saturday Trivia Costa de Oro will be hosting a trivia afternoon on Saturday, May 1st! Trivia is 30 questions, and the top two teams get prizes. Make sure to make your reservations ahead of time!
May 1 Old Orcutt's First Friday Come out and enjoy an evening in Old Orcutt. Merchants stay open late on the first Friday of the month. Drink, food, and shopping specials.
March 30 The Best Dog-Friendly California Central Coast Vacations Experience the best of California wine country with your pup by your side. California’s Central Coast is a hot spot for good wine, great food and outdoor adventures galore. When you make Santa Maria Valley the home base for your Central Coast getaway, you can experience all the comforts of home – including time spent […]
March 11 The Best Cycling Vacations along California’s Central Coast Santa Barbara County on the California Central Coast is known for its world-class wine region that features vineyard-lined rolling hills and fog-swept fields. There are plenty of ways to taste your way through the county’s wine region. But one of the best ways for guests to the region to take in the stunning scenery while […]
March 08 The Santa Maria Valley Stimulus – a boost for local businesses COVID-19 has rocked nearly every industry across the globe, and the travel industry was not immune to the economic impacts of the virus. But after nearly a year of being quarantined indoors, people are itching to get out and explore their favorite travel destinations again – safely. When the state of California reopened to restricted […]
February 17 Show Me Your Key Card Promotion During your next trip, enjoy special wine, beer, and food offerings when you present your hotel key card at participating locations. (And yeah, it’s ok to request two keys for the room upon check-in.) When you step foot in the Santa Maria Valley, you’ll notice a particular style. The casual pace of life here and […]
February 10 Plan the Ultimate California Central Coast Road Trip Whether it’s your family summer vacation, a weekend girls’ trip, or a getaway with your sweetheart, it’s never too early to start planning your perfect vacation! Look to the coast and start planning your California Central Coast road trip. The Central Coast offers pristine weather, scenic coastal views and more than enough activities to keep […]