Spring Break Travelers Bring Hope to Santa Barbara’s Economy
As the first quarter of 2023 came to a close, the Central Coast economy in Santa Barbara was eagerly awaiting a boost from sunshine and Spring break travelers. The rainy conditions at the start of the year had made it a soggy beginning for businesses in the area.
Despite the rain and cold weather, the business community remained optimistic about the potential influx of travelers for vacation stays, shopping, and dining out. The hope was that the upcoming Spring break season would bring more activity to the area.
During the Santa Barbara International Film Festival in early February, there was a noticeable increase in visitors to the city. Movie fans were out at theaters and out-of-towners were spending a few nights in the area.
As Spring break travelers began to arrive this week, with temperatures in the upper 60’s to low 70’s, there was a sense of anticipation for the economic boost they would bring. However, rain is in the forecast for Friday from a Pacific Ocean stream coming onto the shore.
The overall impact of Spring break on the economy is seen as positive, especially if young people are part of
