"The Ritz-Carlton Bacara is where you want to be for a totally relaxing vacation along the Santa Barbara coastline. Yes, it's a touch removed from the downtown area (about a 20-minute drive) but that only adds to its sense of serenity. Here guests can roam its 78 private acres that overlook the sea, get a spa treatment (or two) at its 42,000-square-foot spa, or sip your favorite varietal at its new Bacara Wine Tasting Room." - Travel + Leisure Editors