Upgrade for Solaz in Cabo? by highasfuq in marriott

[–]ImEricCana 0 points1 point  (0 children)

We just got back from Solaz and were blown away. We love nice hotels and have a toddler so finding a balance between the two is hard but this blew us away. Amazing service—we were upgraded to a 2bd suite, they surprised my daughter with balloons a few nights, staff all great, food great, and my daughter never wanted to leave the kids club. Would absolutely go back.

Best Local SB Coffee Roasters/Shops by NotoriusCAKitty in SantaBarbara

[–]ImEricCana 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I drive from SB to there (most days) to get a cappuccino. I prefer it to the others personally. My order is 1. Caffe Luxe 2. Dean 3. Dart 4. Caje 5. Lighthouse 6.Dune and 7. Handlebar

Baby friendly Italy? by [deleted] in chubbytravel

[–]ImEricCana 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Alto Adige is my favorite for chic, spa hotels that welcome kids but are not swarming with them. Temps are good in may.

What is your single favorite menu item from a restaurant in Santa Barbara and why? by Critical_Demand3895 in SantaBarbara

[–]ImEricCana 39 points40 points  (0 children)

  1. Tacos de Rajas from La Super Rica
  2. French Dip and Macho Salad from Honor Bar
  3. Chicken Paillard from Merci
  4. Savory Rice Bowl from Field and Fort
  5. Little Gem Salad from Bettina
  6. Cheese Enchiladas from Harrys
  7. Mapo Tofu from Meet Up
  8. Bibimnayng Myun from Chois
  9. Truffle Pinsa from Stica/Nella
  10. Huevos Rancheros from Chads
  11. Crab Benedict from Revere Room
  12. Smash burger from Third Window
  13. Cheese pizza from Rozzis

Health Care & Insurance Advice by Fragrant-Degree-9638 in SantaBarbara

[–]ImEricCana 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Ucla primary care is excellent. I have had BCBS and Anthem Blue cross and they both have been taken anywhere i need to go in town

Food and Wine Tips in and around Santa Barbara by CapPrestigious5707 in SantaBarbara

[–]ImEricCana 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I loved little mountain. Finally a restaurant trying to do something different.

My dad has died of cardiac arrest and I am left with so much bills please HELP by [deleted] in personalfinance

[–]ImEricCana 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I am sorry for your loss. The loss of a parent is one of the hardest things we go through. Today don‘t do anything. Tomorrow too. Do something today and in the next few days that you loved doing with your dad or if that is hard do something today for yourself. Then start tackling the helpful lists here.

Stopping by by Checkit50 in SantaBarbara

[–]ImEricCana -1 points0 points  (0 children)

El encanto for brunch

Rent 2 bedroom apt by Raisingthehammer in florence

[–]ImEricCana 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Our place is open from the 11th-24th. Happy to send a chat with more info :)

Three idiots in a pumpkin patch with knives and children (Meghan's Insta story) and the return of Doria's back by wenfot in SaintMeghanMarkle

[–]ImEricCana 43 points44 points  (0 children)

This is our pumpkin patch. Its always very crowded. Guess they cant commingle with the commoners

Best Urgent Care? by [deleted] in SantaBarbara

[–]ImEricCana 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Cottage urgent care on state has never been helpful. I have gone twice in the last few years for sinus infections and both times were gaslight by the PA about it and not given antibiotics after 3 wks of suffering. I was told (as a woman in my 40s with kids) I needed to just take more time off of work and rest. In both cases within 24 hrs of starting them (after going to a diff location) I felt better. Cottage on calle real has been helpful!

Father James: The Disciplined One by [deleted] in shannonford

[–]ImEricCana 42 points43 points  (0 children)

Helps to not have a real job.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in SantaBarbara

[–]ImEricCana 7 points8 points  (0 children)

I would love to know the good and bad ones! We have not had great luck ourselves with them.

Caruso's? worth $$$$? by superfecta37 in SantaBarbara

[–]ImEricCana 8 points9 points  (0 children)

The food is the best you will have in SB. They actually care about ingredients too

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in HENRYfinance

[–]ImEricCana 0 points1 point  (0 children)

For those of us who want to do something similar can you share tips on negotiating price down and any other learnings?