It was an early start to catch the first northern-bound Pacific Surfliner of the day from Los Angeles.
After travelling through the sprawling suburbs, the train lived up to its name and I started singing "surfin USA" to myself. The RV park stretches for miles up the coast.
In just 2 hours, the train pulled into my destination, Santa Barbara on the American Riviera.
The city is right on the coast, and makes the most of its harbour, wharf and stunning beach
I thoroughly enjoyed lunch at one of the city's favourite restaurants too. In fact Chucks Waterfront Grill & Endless Summer Cafe are two restaurants in one on the waterfront.
The menu makes the most of the fresh fish which are landed by fisherman in front of the venue.
After lunch I took myself off around the city to see some sights.
One of the oldest buildings is the Mission
Before the heat got too much for me (it reached 96-100f at one point) i visited part of the Urban Wine Trail, which Is comprised of many tasting rooms from the vineyards which exist in the mountains around the valley.
i should point out that it is a 'tasting' trail, so you don't get a full glass of wine (northern Irish serving!) , it is literally a mouthful.
After a short (but very hot) wander back to my hotel, I surrendered to the sun and took myself off to the pool.
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