Sparkling surf lapping on palm-lined beaches, red tile roofs blanketing earth tone buildings, coyote and deer roaming in nearby canyons, dolphins dancing among spouting whales in the seas--Santa Barbara provides an appealing sensory overload few can resist. In-depth and eclectic, this guide shows readers Santa Barbara's colorful past, little-known attractions, best accommodations and delicious local cuisine, intriguing day trip information, and more.