As we continue to travel throughout the summer, it's always great to think about our next stay! This month, we're going to Ritz Carlton, The Bacara in Santa Barbara and their Senior Marketing Manager, Julia Solomon gave us the scoop on this Spanish Style resort that opened in 2000 on a 78-acre beachfront. It joined the Ritz Carlton portfolio in 2017 and is known as a destination that has hosted celebrity weddings as well as A-list guests with its spa, pools, and fine dining. The resort features 358 guest rooms and suites, two natural beaches, lush gardens, and a collection of amenities including a 42,000 square-foot spa and wellness center; three salt-water infinity pools; six culinary venues including the signature Angel Oak, housing the resort’s 12,000-bottle wine collection.

When visiting, you get Mediterranean vibes as it is nestled between the Pacific Ocean and the Santa Ynez Mountains minutes from historic Santa Barbara. When it comes to enjoying a great meal on property, there are a number of options including Angel Oak, San Setto, The Bistro, 'O' Bar & Kitchen, Bacare Wine Tasting Room, Caffe Haskell's Pool Bar, and Haskell's Food Truck!

On Nov 11, 2023 at 5pm, their will host the Oceans Future Gala to celebrate Jean-Michel Cousteau's 78 Years of Diving & Discovery Gala and weekend festivities. Jean Michel Cousteau will mingle with guests to share the magic of whales, the quintessential ambassadors of the sea, and raise awareness of the threats that they face.

The benefits of the events will support the mission of Jean-Michel Cousteau's Ocean Futures Society, a marine conservation organization based in Santa Barbara. A longtime partner of The Ritz-Carlton brand, Jean-Michel Cousteau is an explorer, diplomat, environmentalist, educator, author and film producer.

During that weekend, there will be a Welcome Reception with Jean-Michel Cousteau and Celebration of Whales Art Exhibit, A Morning with Jean-Michel Cousteau Eco Hike & Breakfast, the gala will premiere and present a unique original multimedia presentation with never before seen footage, and there is also a Whale Watching excursion with Jean-Michel Cousteau and the Ocean Futures Society Team.

For locals that are dining at this property, there is a 10% discount off all food and beverage when they're at the Resort. Also, The Ritz-Carlton Bacara Spa offers Spa Day passes to the local community, where locals can indulge in the spa amenities such as the steam room, sauna, and tranquility lounge.