Santa Barbara Life & Style Magazine

Jan 8, 2025 | santabarbaralifeandstyle.com | Ottocina Ryan

Amangiri offers the perfect blend of serenity and adventure By Ottocina Ryan“The thing about climbing,” my guide J.J. says as we begin our ascent of a towering rock formation, “Is that you’re present. There’s no yesterday, no tomorrow, no taxes.” He’s right. As we scale Amangiri’s Via Ferrata (which means iron path) all I’m focused on is the next iron rung. The world beyond the rock fades away, especially as I cross the two suspension bridges.

Dec 20, 2024 | santabarbaralifeandstyle.com | Maddy Sims

A fabulous and fun night celebrating the opening of RH Montecito, The Gallery at The Old FIrehouseBy Maddy SimsPhotography Steve LuceroIf its opening party is any indication of the success of RH Montecito, The Gallery at The Old Firehouse, it’s safe to say it’s the neighborhood’s next hotspot. Built in 1931, the historic building designed by award-winning architect Alexander Bertrand Harmer, served as the regional firehouse for over 50 years.

Sep 6, 2024 | santabarbaralifeandstyle.com | Bennett DiDonna

Must See Exhibitions, Art Fairs, and Biennales Worth Traveling for this FallBy Bennett DiDonnaEven in the land of perpetual sunshine that is Southern California, there is a certain post-Labor Day blues that comes with the end of summer. Back to work, back to school, back to reality. The throngs of Aperol-Spritz-sipping tourists begin to dwindle, the city kicks back into gear.

Jul 12, 2023 | santabarbaralifeandstyle.com | alexandra lee

Everything has a story at this outdoorsy-chic estate in the heart of the Santa Ynez ValleyWritten by Alexandra LeePhotographs by Tynan DanielsWhen Greg and Mishel Rohl searched for an ideal luxury vacation home in Santa Barbara wine country, Greg’s one non-negotiable was a bit different than you'd expect. It wasn't a pool, not a sauna or home theater, not a tricked-out party barn (though they have one of those, too). It was a pond.

Mar 16, 2023 | santabarbaralifeandstyle.com | Emma Roberts

Check into Santa Ynez's newest hotelWritten by Emma RobertsDriving into Santa Ynez with low country tunes crooning in the background, my fiancé and I pass through the swoon-worthy western town and make our way to a newly reemerged hotel—the luxurious Genevieve.