Tourism Leaders Share Plans to Boost Visitors in 2026
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A tourism summit will lay out plans to boost visitors in 2026. It will include outreach plans and trends… Continue Reading
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Carpinteria Working to Put the Brakes on Dangerous Bike Riders
New bikes rules could be in place soon in Carpinteria. The city says tougher penalties are needed for reckless… Continue Reading
Ventura dog heading to Westminster Dog Show
VENTURA, Calif. (KEYT) A local four-legged friend is on the way to the 150th Westminster Dog Show.
Nicole and Tom Scurrah's dog Fergus is… Continue Reading
10 warm winter destinations you can fly to for under 10,000 points
point.me reports 10 warm destinations you can visit this winter for under 10,000 points, offering great escapes… Continue Reading
9 everyday things tourists do that are accidents waiting to happen
Recovery Law Center reports that tourists often cause accidents through everyday habits, like… Continue Reading
Zero Emission Vehicle Sales Exceed State Goals
Zero emission vehicle sales in California have exceeded the expectations in 2025. More charging stations have made it easier to own an electric… Continue Reading
West Coasters Bump Long-Standing Paradise Destination From Number 1 Travel Spot
SANTA BARBARA, Calif (KEYT) - For the first time in 80-years, a trip to the Caribbean Sea beat out a Hawaiian vacation as the top destination for… Continue Reading
Record-Breaking Amount of Passengers Traveled Through SLO County Airport in 2025
A record-breaking amount of passengers traveled through the San Luis Obispo County Airport (SBP) in… Continue Reading
MLK Day Comes with Free State Park Admission
MLK Day comes with free state park and beach admission at 200 sites including Carpinteria State Beach. That includes several sites on the Central… Continue Reading
Urgent Decisions Carefully Planned to Save the Santa Barbara Harbor Entrance From Clogging with Sand
Dredging fund for Santa Barbara have been cut putting the harbor entrance at risk. Sand buildup is very close to keeping some boats from getting… Continue Reading
New Parking Lot Solar Canopies Helping Power The SLO County Airport
The power of the sun is now helping power up the San Luis Obispo County… Continue Reading
New Train Service Could Be on Track This Spring on the Central Coast
New Amtrak train service could be on track in the Spring. It would help commuters traveling from Ventura County to Santa Barbara and… Continue Reading
Santa Barbara County Looks at Ways to Benefit from 2028 Olympics
The LA Olympics may be a boost for Santa Barbara County. Santa Barbara Supervisors are looking at ways to boost tourism from Olympic… Continue Reading
How to choose a travel planning service
AAA Central Penn reports that local travel planning services provide expert recommendations, insider… Continue Reading
10 states where tourist injuries frequently lead to hospital visits
Recovery Law Center reports that in tourist-heavy states, environmental risks often lead to… Continue Reading
Recent Rain Damage Disrupts Travel Plans for Central Coast Train Passengers
The Pacific Surfliner from Santa Barbara to San Luis Obispo is canceled while tracks at Gaviota are repaired. Bus service is available. A timeline… Continue Reading
Cachuma Lake Waters Still Closed for Most Boaters Due to Storm Runoff and Debris
Cachuma Lake is closed to boaters due to debris but the recreation area is open for campers and day use. Debris is on the lake from the recent… Continue Reading
Planuary: Why January and February are your secret weapons for 2026 travel
point.me reports January and February are prime times for travel planning, offering better prices,… Continue Reading
The "Super Bowl Effect": How major events cause a spike in travel by private jet
Jettly reports the Super Bowl significantly increases private jet travel, highlighting its impact on logistics,… Continue Reading
Santa Barbara Airport Opens After Flood Related Issues over Christmas Holiday
The Santa Barbara Airport has had closures off and on due to flooding. Many flights were… Continue Reading