Thu 05/08/08 - Mon 05/12/08
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Destinations
Santa Barbara (05/08 - 05/12) , Monterey (05/08 - 05/12) , San Jose (05/08 - 05/12) , Carmel (05/08 - 05/12)
Description
A nice roadtrip to Santa Barbara and back
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Santa Barbara, CA +
Day 1 - Thu 05/08/2008
Santa Barbara, CA +
Day 2 - Fri 05/09/2008
Address: 1050 Schooner Dr
Ventura, CA US
Summary:

The only hotel on Ventura Harbor, the Four Points by Sheraton Ventura is nestled on 17 acres of prime coastal land along California's Gold Coast less than an hour's drive north of Los Angeles and under 30 minutes south of Santa Barbara. The grounds...

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Cheeseboard Pizza All Day 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Address: 1512 Shattuck Ave.
Berkeley, CA US
Summary:

A local favorite, Cheeseboard offers only a single type of pizza each day. Yet that does not deter people from waiting in long lines during peak hours to sample a slice of pizza at this worker owned pizzeria in Berkeley.

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Price: <$10
Phone: 5105493183
Start our roadtrip after work All Day 6:30pm - 1:00am
Notes: Drive down to Ventura
Santa Barbara, CA +
Day 3 - Sat 05/10/2008
Address: Painted caves road
Santa Barbara, CA US
Summary:

This sandstone cave showcases Chumash drawings and has been preserved by the side walls of the rock shelter. To get here, take highway 154 out of Santa Barbara and turn right on Painted Caves Road. The cave is located on the left two miles up a...

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Price: Free
Phone: 8057333713
Santa Barbara Botanic Garden All Day 10:00am - 12:30pm
Address: 1212 Mission Canyon Road
Santa Barbara, CA US
Summary:

Situated on 65 acres, this garden features over 1,000 species of rare and indigenous California plants. This beautiful place also features five and a half miles of scenic trails through meadows and canyons, and across the historic Mission Dam....

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Notes: email: info@sbbg.org phone: 805-682-4726 fax: 805-563-0352

Garden
March - October: 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
November - February: 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Guided tours weekdays at 2:00 p.m., weekends at 11:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m.

Dedicated to research, education and conservation, and display of California native plants.
The Santa Barbara Botanic Garden is a place of beauty and serenity, of education, research and conservation, of history and stewardship. We welcome you to visit and enjoy our exquisite exhibits of California native plants set in beautifully designed landscapes.

Admission
• $8.00 Adults
• $6.00 Seniors (60+ years)
• $6.00 children 13-17, college students and active military with ID
• $4.00 Children 2-12 years
• Children under 2 free
Phone: 8056824726
Flavor of India All Day 12:30pm - 2:00pm
Address: 3026 State St
Santa Barbara, CA US
Notes: Indian

Mon-Sat 11:30 a.m.-3:00 p.m.
Mon-Thu 5:30 p.m.-10:00 p.m.
Fri-Sat 5:30 p.m.-10:30 p.m.
Sun 4:30 p.m.-9:30 p.m.

Mon-Sat: 11:30am-3:00pm $7.95 all-you-can eat buffet.
Phone: (805) 682-6561
Website: http://www.flavorofindia.net
Old Mission Santa Barbara All Day 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Address: 2201 Laguna Street
Santa Barbara, CA US
Summary:

One of the most beautiful missions in the state, this was the tenth of 21 Franciscan missions in California and it offers real historical insight. It continues to be a focal point for cultural and religious activity and many events are held here...

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Price: Free
Phone: 8056824713
Paseo Nuevo Mall All Day 3:00pm - 6:00pm
Address: 651 Paseo Nuevo
Santa Barbara, CA US
Price: Free
Phone: 8059637147
Address: 123 East Canon Perdido
Santa Barbara, CA US
Summary:

The El Presidio Real de Santa Bárbara, also known as the Royal Presidio of Santa Barbara, was a military installation in Santa Barbara, California. It was built by Spain in 1782, with the mission of defending the Second Military District in...

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Price: Free
Phone: 8059650093
Brophy Bros. Restaurant & Clam Bar All Day 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Address: 119 Harbor Way
Santa Barbara, CA US
Summary:

Brophy Bros. is known for its delicious seafood preparations. The daily changing "Fresh Fish" menu is available in the restaurant area and a special menu is offered in the Clam Bar. All entrees are served with green salad or a cup of New England Clam...

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Notes: Seafood
Price: 25
Phone: 8059664418
Stearns Wharf All Day 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Address: Stearns Wharf
Santa Barbara, CA US
Summary:

Take a stroll down Stearns Wharf and you'll see why it is known as one of the most beautiful wharfs on the California coast. You'll find plenty of places to shop for souvenirs and sample the areas well-known seafood. No visit to Santa Barbara would...

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Price: Free
Santa Barbara, CA +
Day 4 - Sun 05/11/2008
Start driving home All Day 10:30am - 11:30am
La Super-Rica Taqueria All Day 11:30am - 12:30pm
Address: 622 N Milpas St
Santa Barbara, CA US
Notes: Mexican

Mon-Tue, Thu-Sun 11:00 a.m.-9:00 p.m.
Phone: (805) 963-4940
Cayucos State Beach All Day 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Address: Cayucos Drive
Cayucos, CA US
Summary:

Cayucos is a charming little beach town rich in history and popular for its great beaches....

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Price: Free
Phone: 8057815930
Hearst Castle All Day 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Address: 750 Hearst Castle Road
San Simeon, CA US
Summary:

Hearst Castle is the palatial estate built by newspaper magnate William Randolph Hearst (1863-1951). It is located near San Simeon, California, on a hill overlooking the Pacific Ocean, halfway between Los Angeles and San Francisco. Donated by the...

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Notes: Hearst Castle is open for tours daily, except Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year's Day. Four daytime tours and one Evening Tour are available.

Day tours usually begin at 8:20 AM daily (December start times may vary). The last tour starts at 3:20 PM in winter, later in summer. Evening Tour start times vary according to the time of sunset.

Call (800) 444-4445 for specific times.
Price: $11-$20
Phone: 8059272020
Jade Cove All Day 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Address: Highway 1
San Simeon, CA US
Summary:

Jade is a common semi-precious stone found on the beaches in the Big Sur region. And, Jade Cove is one of the most popular locations for those seeking to find some jade. The Jade Cove Trail loops out to the coast with a steep but short path down to...

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Price: Free
Phone: 9166536995
Sand Dollar Beach All Day 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Address: Los Padres National Forest
Big Sur, CA US
Summary:

Sand Dollar Beach is the longest strand of sandy beach and one of the most beautiful beaches along the Big Sur Coast. Great fishing, exploring, and surfing are all within walking distance of the campground. Sand Dollar Beach is a Day Use Area, no...

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Price: <$10
McWay Falls All Day 4:00pm - 4:30pm
Address: Julia Pfeiffer Burns State Park
Big Sur, CA US
Price: Free
Phone: 8316672315
Henry Miller Memorial Library All Day 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Address: Highway 1
Big Sur, CA US
Summary:

The Henry Miller Library is a memorial dedicated to the American artist and writer Henry Miller who lived from 1891 to 1980. The library is located in a shaded canyon on the East side of Highway 1 and offers free Internet access to all guests....

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Price: Free
Phone: 8316672574
Pfeiffer Beach All Day 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Address: Sycamore Canyon Road
Big Sur, CA US
Summary:

Pfeiffer Beach is a beautiful, unspoiled beach that is definitely worth your time. It can be difficult to find if you've never been there before. But, just remember that Sycamore Canyon Road is the only paved, ungated road west of Highway One...

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Price: <$10
Carmel All Day 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Notes: http://www.wliinc3.com/cgi/foxweb.dll/wlx/cal/wlxcaleday?sd=05/16/2008&cc=CARMEL
Sonoma Chicken Coop All Day 7:30pm - 8:30pm
Address: 31 N. Market St.
San Jose, CA US
Summary:

"Inexpensive Excellence" pretty much sums up this popular San Jose restaurant. Sonoma Chicken Coop's specialty Roost-Tisserie chicken is a local favorite. ...

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Price: $0-$10
Phone: 4082874098
Santa Barbara, CA +
Day 5 - Mon 05/12/2008
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Address: 8 E Cota St
Santa Barbara, CA US
Notes: Cajun/Creole

Mon-Sun 11:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.
Mon-Thu, Sun 5:30 p.m.-11:00 p.m.
Fri-Sat 5:30 p.m.-12:00 a.m.
Phone: (805) 963-5000
Website: http://www.palacegrill.com
Address: 500 State St,
Santa Barbara, CA US
Price: $11-$20
Phone: 8059666607
Rocky Point All Day -
Address: 36700 Highway 1
Big Sur, CA US
Summary:

With grand views from every table, dining at the Rocky point is an experience that's not to be missed. This ocean-front restaurant offers diners a chance to watch for spouting whales and discover sea lions, otters, and pelicans. After sunset you...

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Price: $31-$50
Phone: 8316242933
Address: 113 Harbor Way, Suite 190
Santa Barbara, CA US
Summary:

This museum is constantly being added to and is being filled with artifacts and displays about the effect of the sea on the local community from the Chumash (early seafaring peoples) to present times. The museum also offers a theatre and educational...

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Price: <$10
Phone: 8059628404
Address: 211 Stearns Wharf
Santa Barbara, CA US
Price: <$10
Phone: 8059622526
Arigato Sushi All Day -
Address: 1225 State St.
Santa Barbara, CA US
Notes: Japanese, Sushi

Mon-Sun 5:30 p.m.-10:00 p.m.

Try these rolls (best in town): Bay City Roll, Dijon Ahi Roll, Victoria Roll, Yuppie Roll, Manhattan roll, Yellow Submarine, Swinging Roll, Tiger Melt, Dracula Roll, Nutri plus eel, Rock N'Roll, Gorgonzola Salmon roll and don't forget Wakame salad.
Price: $31-$50
Phone: 8059656074
Notes: http://jrabold.net/bigsur/activ-scen.htm
Website: http://jrabold.net/bigsur/activ-scen.htm

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