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Santa Barbara

Thank you for your interest in visiting our beautiful state of California! We offer experiences for every type of guest and memorable, unique details that will stun. By looking at each opportunity from our shared guests’ perspective, we are uniquely positioned to craft experiences that resonate for years to come. We’re consistently challenging ourselves to grow ahead of our clients’ ever-changing desires and making investments in creative development and technology that will provide detail and efficiencies so we can continue to be our clients’ top choice of DMC partner.

Maria Axiotis

Director of Business Development

Maria.Axiotis@PRA.com

Through PRA’s past 40 years in business, it’s been the moments that drive our passion – the moments that leave you breathless and the moments that make you say wow. Over four decades, PRA has been so lucky to work with thousands of clients to make moments matter. As we look to the future, we ask ourselves, what will define our next moment, and how can we help you experience yours?

We’re confident that we will make defining and unique experiences for your program. You have an experienced team here at PRA Santa Barbara that is committed to working as an extension of your team any way we can. We look forward to continuing our collaborative approach with you as you explore all our destination offers.

Adventure

Food + Wineries History + Art

With over 300 days of sunshine a year, Santa Barbara is home to amazing outdoor adventures like biking, kayaking, sailing, golf or maybe try a game of polo. It’s easy to start any outdoor adventure in Santa Barbara.

With seven AVAs and nine distinct wine trails, you can explore Santa Barbara and Santa Barbara Wine Country for days and never have the same experience twice. Between the organic farmers, boutique cattle ranchers, award-winning olive oil producers and salt-of-the-sea fishermen, our regional ingredients are ridiculously fresh and lovingly cultivated in both food and wine.

You couldn’t ask for a more inspiring setting. Nestled between the mountains and the sea, Santa Barbara has always beckoned to those with creative spirit — there’s a rich legacy of cultural institutions and activities to explore from art galleries, museums and historical landmarks.

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Airport

Santa Barbara Airport

(8) Miles away from Downtown Santa Barbara.

Los Angeles International Airport

(90) Miles South from Downtown Santa Barbara.

Scheduled transfers to/from the airport with PRA staff to assist for a seamless arrival and departure experience Transportation

One-Way Transfers

PRA to manage manifests to organize single or group transfers Shuttle Service

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Montecito

Airport Arrivals + Departures

Meet + Greet Services

Event Transportation

Activity + Recreation Transfers

Private Aviation Greets

Shuttle Planning Execution

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Program Pricing Guide

SBA Airport Transportation + Staff

Average one-way transportation from SBA to Santa Barbara Hotels

Mini Coach : $975

Sprinter Van: $480

SUVs: $465

Sedan: $275

Staff: 5 hour minimum: $300

Décor Options

Specialty Linens: $85 - $150

Centerpieces: $95 - $225

Upgraded Chairs: $20 - $45

Specialty Bars: $850 - $1,250

Lounge Grouping: $1,500 - $2,600

Themed Props: $350 - $750

Lighting: $6,000 - $15,000

Price per item. Labor and delivery are 20%-50% of décor costs. Union labor may be additional, pending venue.

Offsite Venue Pricing

Casual: $450 - $550 per person

Mid-Level: $550 - $750 per person

High-Level: $750 - $1,250 per person

Includes venue fees, basic décor, and catering (open bar during reception with passed hors d’oeuvres, three course menu and dinner wine).

Transportation and staff are additional, see charter rates.

Estimated pricing based on a minimum of 100 guests.

LAX Airport Transportation + Staff

Average one-way transportation from LAX to Santa Barbara Hotels

Mini Coach : $1,799

Sprinter Van: $1.125

SUVs: $1.1025

Sedan: $775

Staff: 6 hour minimum: $330

Tour + Activity Pricing

Basic: $195 - $300

Enhanced: $350 - $450

Exclusive: $550 - $750

Entertainment Options

2-4 Piece Band or DJ: $1,500 - $5,500

Dance Band or Show: $7,500 - $15,000+

Interactive: $2,500 - $10,000+

Rider requirements additional. Custom shows available.

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AIf I am having an outdoor event or activity, what should I expect the weather to be like?

In a word: sunny. Or at least it is 300+ days every year. Average daytime temperatures range from the mid-60s to the mid-70s. Low humidity and a gentle ocean breeze complements these ideal climates.

Q A Q A Q A Q

What is the “Funk Zone”?

The Funk Zone is a unique Santa Barbara arts, culture, business, and industrial district. Over the years, many artists have found creative freedom by carving out studio spaces in this “funky” area of Santa Barbara, And so have wineries, restaurants, art galleries, and shops. So many places to eat, drink and explore!

When is Whale Watching Season in Santa Barbara?

There are two windows of opportunity to see whales around Santa Barbara. During February, March and early April you can see California Grey Whales. From May to September, you can see Blue Whales, Minke Whales and Humpback Whales. Occasionally, you can see Right Whales or Orcas.

How far is the Wine Country from Santa Barbara?

The wine region of Santa Barbara County is located 45-60 minutes north of the city of Santa Barbara and includes the Santa Ynez Valley and Santa Maria Valley. The Santa Ynez Valley has several small towns including Buellton, Solvang and Los Olivos.

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Program Overview

Meet and Greet

Morning Airport Arrivals:

Scenic VIP Transfer with Beverages

Afternoon

Group Activity:

Wine Excursions

Explore the beauty of the Santa Ynez wine country. Guests arrive in style with luxury transportation. At each stop they meet the winery owner or wine maker while the savor the varietals. Include a wine blending seminar or blind wine tasting for a competitive twist

Optional Daytime

Activities:

•Biking

•Hiking

•Mountain Jeep Excursion

•Paddle Board

•Surfing

•Coastal Kayaking

•Golfing

•Historical Tour

•Horseback Riding

•St Ynez Valley Tour

•Culinary Tours

Off Property Evening:

Airport Departures:

Manifest coordination by PRA Staff

Suggested Hotel Departure Times

Santa Barbara Municipal

Airport (2) Hours

Domestic

Los Angeles International

Airport (LAX) – (4) Hours

Sip and Savor, Santa Barbara

Evening Welcome Reception:

Get into the mood of the American Riviera

Santa Barbara Historical Museum

With its picturesque setting evoking the romance of early Spanish California, an event in this remarkable space rich in heritage and tradition will create memories unique to Santa Barbara.

Gala Evening:

Montecito Club

Enchanting evening at this amazing private club. Several dining experiences await you.

Domestic, (5) Hours

International

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The Ritz-Carlton Bacara

Tucked onto 78 acres overlooking the Pacific, The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara combines the appeal of this coastal city with the beauty of its natural surroundings. Here, you can escape to the tranquility of two beaches, three infinity-edge pools and a 42,000-sq-ft spa. You can relax in spacious suites or indulge in the region’s abundance with locally sourced cuisine. At this Santa Barbara, California resort, every moment is one to savor.

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Rosewood Miramar Beach

An idyllic coastal retreat designed with style, grace and glamour, Rosewood Miramar Beach has revitalized the site of the former Miramar by the Sea, a once-cherished destination for fashionable beach getaways. The resort is developed by Caruso, whose timeless collection of beloved destinations reflects the unique fabric of their communities.

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El Encanto, A Belmond Hotel

One of Californias Unique Hideway's, Popular with the Plein Air School of artists, El Encanto’s former 1920s glory has been lovingly restored to become one of the most celebrated resorts on the West Coast. The restoration process helped to highlight the original Spanish-colonial and Californian craftsman styles, with modern additions including a zero-edge outdoor pool and sumptuous boutique spa. Here, every sense is heightened.

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Exclusive to Our City

Santa Ynez Valley Lotusland Gardens Tour Red Tile Walking Tour Sips and Bites

Santa Ynez Valley has many vineyards and wineries offering breath- taking views. Guests enjoy tastings at selected public wineries along with a gourmet picnic lunch. Includes a visit to the quaint town of Los Olivos, offering an enclave of art galleries and unique tasting rooms.

Bask in Santa Barbara’s botanical beauty on a visit to Lotusland, a stunning 37-acre Montecito estate once owned by the late Madame Ganna Walska. A well-known opera singer and socialite, she purchased the property in 1941 and spent the next 43 years transforming it into a unique horticultural nirvana.

This pleasant downtown historic walking tour will introduce the most interesting landmarks in Santa Barbara along approximately 12 blocks. Numerous art galleries, boutiques and unique shops can be found along the way.

This intimate walking tour gives guests an up close and personal look into the Santa Barbara’s wine & culinary scene. Visiting multiple different restaurants and tasting rooms, where guests often have the opportunity to chat with the shop owners and chefs that make Santa Barbara the great culinary destination that it is.

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Bouchon

Loquita

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Santa Barbara Historical Museum

Montecito Country Club

Granada Theatre

Beaumont Estate

Sunstone Villa

Santa Barbara Polo Club

Private Estate Winery

La Tarantella

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Events That Inspire | Taste of California

Events That Inspire | California Coastal Welcome Reception

Events That Inspire | Sunset Dinner

Events That Inspire | Santa Barbara Polo Fields

PRA in Action – Ready to Partner with You

PRA Service Capabilities

PRA delivers experiences anywhere – throughout the world, in destinations, on stage and on screen. Through our unique service capabilities, PRA event architects guide organizations in bringing people together with highly produced, strategic program design, brand engagement and authentic destination experiences.

Destination Services

Themed Décor + Entertainment

Activities + Excursions

Offsite Venues

Teambuilding

Integrated ESG Planning

Ground Transportation

Social Impact Programs

Creative Services

Production Services

Digital Services

Event Strategy

Holistic Journey Mapping

Experience Design

Activations + Experiential

Multi-City Campaigns

Product Launches

Content + Messaging

Media Production

Production Management

Theatrical Design + Delivery

AV Specification + Sourcing

Stage Direction + Performance Coaching

Hybrid Events

Broadcast Production

Immersive + Inclusive

Virtual Environments

Digital Experiences

Remote Networking + Teambuilding

PRA has dedicated itself to be stewards of People, Planet and Purpose. With that ethos, we have committed to and developed several partnerships to ensure we reach our goals & objectives. Join us and learn more by clicking on any of these logos to see how you can accelerate your sustainability journey.

Striving for Zero Empowering our People Advocates for Action

We work to pair clients with event sustainability + social impact solutions that fit your goals and budget

Identify Sustainability Initiatives Incorporate Throughout Event Strategy + Design Implement, Advocate + Measure

• Holistic approach

• Weaving goals + objectives into event design

• ESG theme focus

• Identify post event metrics needed

• Weave sustainability objectives throughout event design options

• Highlight PRA’s diverse supply chain

• Develop legacy opportunities in the community

• Engage the stakeholders through design

• Fully trained team for seamless sustainability integration

• Community partnerships to further your mission

• Working with partners to ensure accurate measurement / reporting of impact

Santa Barbara Surfrider Foundation

Dedicated to the protection and enjoyment of the world’s ocean, waves and beaches, for all people, through a powerful activist network.

Ways to Give Back, Locally

• Volunteers are the lifeblood of the Surfrider Foundation. Join our network and help us tackle the issues that face our local ocean, waves and beaches.

• We encourage individuals, industry, and governments to protect our ocean, waves, and beaches by moving away from unnecessary single-use plastics.

• The Surfrider Foundation is leading efforts at the state and local levels to protect our shorelines on every coast. Our efforts are focused on establishing appropriate setbacks for development, opposing shoreline structures, and placing coastal lands in public trust.