Melissa Peterson

Melissa Peterson is a passionate travel blogger and adventurer with a thirst for exploring the world's hidden gems. Growing up in sunny Santa Barbara, California, she always dreamed of faraway lands and diverse cultures. Now, she's traded in the California coast for snow-capped mountains, bustling city streets, and tranquil beaches around the globe. Melissa believes travel is about more than just ticking off destinations; it's about connecting with people, learning from new experiences, and discovering the beauty that awaits around every corner. Through her blog, she shares inspiring stories, practical travel tips, and a sprinkle of wanderlust, hoping to encourage others to embrace the world with open arms and curious hearts.

Theatres of Santa Barbara

By Shannon Hsu Arlington Theatre The Arlington Theatre is the most well-known performing arts center and largest movie theater in the […]

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Live Entertainment

By Laurel Rinehart Santa Barbara Bowl Located near the outskirts of downtown Santa Barbara, The Santa Barbara Bowl is an

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The Funk Zone

By Michelle Pantoja and Katie Schmid What is now an eccentric and lively district in Santa Barbara that is home

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Isla Vista Food Cooperative

Isla Vista Food Co-op Overview The Isla Vista Food Co-op is a local source of natural and organic products in

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Myths and Misperceptions of IV

Does IV only have college students? No, actually. It is often a misconception that IV is only exclusively for college

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Farmers Market Culture

By Isabel Moon and Mindy Nguyen What is a Farmers Market? A farmer’s market is a gathering of farmers selling their

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Extravaganza and More!

UC Santa Barbara

Thanks to concerts thrown specifically for UCSB students throughout the school year, Gauchos do not even need to leave campus

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El Presidio de Santa Barbara

One of the most significant and oldest sites in California, is located in downtown Santa Barbara. El presidio de Santa

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Edible Campus Program

Edible Campus Program Overview The Edible Campus Program is working to combat food insecurity at UCSB producing fresh and sustainable

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Cooperative Living in Isla Vista

Featuring: The Faux-Op What is a Cooperative? A cooperative is defined as being an autonomous association of persons united voluntarily

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Best Things to do in IV

Movies in IV Free Tuesday Films As a student at UC Santa Barbara, you actually have access to a lot

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Best Sunset in IV

Coal Oil Point – Isla Vista, CA Yes – we said there is more to SB County than local Isla

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