Shannon Brooks, Author at The Santa Barbara Independent

Travel By Shannon Brooks | Tue Jun 27, 2023 | 2:40pm

For the Love of Hospitality

A look at Nomada Hotel Group’s growing collection of Central Coast hideaways with co-founder/co-owner Kimberly Walker.

Travel By Shannon Brooks | Mon Apr 10, 2023 | 7:51pm

Residential-style Villa Mara Carmel is the perfect base for a peaceful escape.

Cover Story By Terry Ortega, Leslie Dinaberg, Shannon Brooks & Callie Fausey | Wed Feb 15, 2023 | 8:15pm

All you need to know about planning for your big day with inspirational stories and the list of businesses in our 2023 Wedding Resource Guide.

Wedding By Shannon Brooks | Wed Feb 15, 2023 | 8:05pm

Whether expecting to elope or throwing multi-day extravaganzas, know the trends to help you plan the perfect wedding experience.

Travel By Shannon Brooks | Mon Jan 23, 2023 | 10:50am

There’s never been a better time to head Down Under.

Travel By Shannon Brooks | Wed Oct 26, 2022 | 9:39am

New Azure Sky Palm Springs resort adds to growing restaurant and hotel portfolio.

Drink By Shannon Brooks | Sat Oct 22, 2022 | 9:44am

Caroline Juen goes from L.A. blogging to making fizzy wine from the Santa Ynez Valley.

My Life By Shannon Brooks | Fri May 06, 2022 | 11:16am

Shannon Brooks looks back and forward at the Coachella festival in Indio.

Food & Drink By Shannon Brooks | Mon Apr 04, 2022 | 11:01am

A guide on where to stay and play in Mendocino, Sonoma, and Napa counties.

Cover Story By Terry Ortega, Maggie Yates, Shannon Brooks, & DJ Darla Bea | Wed Feb 16, 2022 | 10:06pm

Start planning your big day from catering to venues and everything in between in the 2022 Wedding Resource Guide.