FAQs
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What airport should I fly into?
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We suggest you fly into Santa Barbara's airport (SBA) It is a small airport and there is a shuttle to the hotel, The Fess Parker by Double Tree. Unless you desire to do so, you do not need to rent a car to get around Santa Barbara. If you fly into LAX you will need to either rent a car or take the Pacific Surfliner or Amtark Starlight train up to Santa Barbara. http://www.pacificsurfliner.com www.amtrak.com/coast-starlight-train
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Is there a shuttle from the airport?
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Yes! The hotel does provide a shuttle to and from the airport. Please call the hotel before your arrival to tell them your flight # and they will then have a shuttle pick you up! (805) 564-4333
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Is there a hotel block?
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Yes there is, please follow this link https://aws.passkey.com/e/49196311
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Do I have to stay at The Fess Parker?
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Of course not! There are several hotels in Santa Barbara. Please see the Travel tab for a few hotel suggestion. There are also less expensive hotels in SB, farther off the ocean
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Dress Code
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Beach Formal- Think flowy spring dresses and floral prints and pastel hues. Men go for dress pants with a fun or simple button up shirt. Ties optional. We will be outside, but by the beach in California can get chilly at night!
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Are Kids Invited
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We love your kids- we really do. But, unless your child received a personal invitation please leave the little ones at home. We want you to be able to enjoy yourself and relax. If you need child care services please visit DestinationSitters.com for baby sitter options!
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Is the hotel on the beach?
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The hotel is across the street from the beach. However, due to city restrictions in SB, the hotel does not offer beach chairs or umbrellas. We encourage you to bring blankets to sit on, because the beach is very worth it. The hotel does have pool towels you can take to the beach. There are signs requesting you to keep the pool towels in the pool area, but rules are meant to be broken.