Shannon Brooks, Author at The Santa Barbara Independent

Retail By Shannon Brooks | Tue Nov 09, 2021 | 12:49pm

Take a Santa Ynez Walkabout

A shopper’s guide to the country-western wine-country township.

Special Stories By Shannon Brooks | Wed Aug 18, 2021 | 9:24pm

The comedy powerhouse kicks off her tour and the Santa Barbara Bowl season on August 21.

Living By Shannon Brooks | Tue Jul 13, 2021 | 9:33am

It’s discreetly tucked on the outer border of the historic Presidio District.

Travel By Shannon Brooks | Wed May 12, 2021 | 11:06am

Respected local restaurant pros work their magic on a pair of historic hotels.

Living By Shannon Brooks | Sun Apr 04, 2021 | 2:12pm

Two nights at Solvang’s Alisal Guest Ranch & Resort.

Travel By Shannon Brooks | Wed Feb 10, 2021 | 11:34am

Embracing all things wellness in Avila and Cambria.

Travel By Shannon Brooks | Thu Nov 19, 2020 | 9:05am

Live like a local in one of L.A.’s coolest neighborhoods.

Travel By Shannon Brooks | Thu Oct 22, 2020 | 10:03am

Spend a “nearcation” at this high-tech new hotel with invisible service.

Travel By Shannon Brooks | Thu Oct 01, 2020 | 10:55am

Kick back and S.L.O. down with a stay in a breezy new boutique hotel.

Travel By Shannon Brooks | Thu Sep 17, 2020 | 11:36am

Unplug and tune in to Mother Nature on a glamp out. 