UCSB Family Vacation Center

UCSB Family Vacation Center An all-inclusive summer Family Camp on the UC Santa Barbara campus that's fun for the whole family!
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The UC Santa Barbara Family Vacation Center is an all-inclusive family summer camp. Our week-long sessions are offered July and August on UC Santa Barbara’s campus and include daily family events, childcare and programs for infants to high school aged kids, adult-only evening programs, watersports, UCSB gym access, tennis, crafts, all your food and lodging, and more. We’ve been creating lifelong f

amily memories since 1969, and every year just gets better and better. We’re looking forward to many more ahead, and we hope you’ll be a part of them.

Congratulations to our Class of 2026 UC Santa Barbara Family Vacation Center Staffers! 🎉Thank you for bringing the fun, ...
06/04/2026

Congratulations to our Class of 2026 UC Santa Barbara Family Vacation Center Staffers! 🎉

Thank you for bringing the fun, creating unforgettable memories, and making FVC such a special place for our guests and team. We're so proud of everything you've accomplished and can't wait to see what comes next for each of you.

Join us in congratulating our UCSB graduates and wishing them well in the comments below!

🎓 Dayanara Flores, B.A. Communications
🎓 Anita Ontiveros, B.A. Sociology
🎓 Isabella Goetschel, B.A. Global Studies and French
🎓 Serina Gonzales-Burgos, B.S. Psychology and Brain Sciences, Minor in Applied Psychology

Image descriptions: FVC Director DeAnna Rodriguez with FVC Financial Officer Lesli Brodbeck and FVC Staffers Isabella Goetschel, Dayanara Flores, Anita Ontiveros, and Serina Gonzales-Burgos.

It’s almost time to start packing for a Medieval Summer at the Family Vacation Center! 🏰🌴From sunny afternoons by the oc...
06/03/2026

It’s almost time to start packing for a Medieval Summer at the Family Vacation Center! 🏰🌴

From sunny afternoons by the ocean to family activities and evening fun, we've put together a list that will ensure everyone has what they need for a memorable stay at the Family Vacation Center. 🌊

More FVC planning ➡️ https://ow.ly/mJIr50Z5JxN

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1. A scrapbook-style illustration features a large parchment scroll titled "Packing List" next to a pair of flip-flops overlooking a seaside scene where a knight with sunglasses stands saying "Don't forget these items!" in a speech bubble.
2. A scrapbook-style illustration features a piece of parchment paper with a list of packing items. There are scuba goggles on the top right, and a basket with sunscreen, a beach towel, and sunglasses in the bottom left.

📣 The reviews are in: this is the ultimate Santa Barbara family trip! Pack your bags and let us handle the meals, cleani...
05/27/2026

📣 The reviews are in: this is the ultimate Santa Barbara family trip! Pack your bags and let us handle the meals, cleaning, and childcare. Read the reviews and join the fun!

Once you’ve experienced the magic for yourself, write an online review and receive $50 towards your next visit. Simply send a link or copy of your review to the FVC office to claim it. Please note there is a limit of two review discounts available per suite.

Hear ye, hear ye! 🏰This summer, the Family Vacation Center is transforming into a coastal Camelot. We’re blending King A...
05/15/2026

Hear ye, hear ye! 🏰

This summer, the Family Vacation Center is transforming into a coastal Camelot. We’re blending King Arthur’s court with the treasures of the deep blue sea for a summer theme of legendary proportions. Grab your armor and your flip-flops because the quest will begin soon!

Learn more and start planning your Medieval Summer: https://ow.ly/KfmH50YZR6J

Image description: A scrapbook-style illustration features a large parchment scroll titled "Coastal Camelot" next to a red dragon, overlooking a seaside scene where knights on horseback and a warrior gather on a beach below a clifftop castle.

Host your next family or friend reunion with us! We take the headache out of group travel with provided meals, all-ages ...
05/08/2026

Host your next family or friend reunion with us! We take the headache out of group travel with provided meals, all-ages activities, and top-tier infant care.

Join us in Santa Barbara for a stress-free week by the sea—all are welcome! 🌅🌴

Learn more: https://ow.ly/lNXh50YWEgO

We know there’s a lot to see and do at Family Vacation Center, which is exactly why we’re hosting one last Information S...
05/01/2026

We know there’s a lot to see and do at Family Vacation Center, which is exactly why we’re hosting one last Information Session on Thursday, May 6, at 12:00 PM! Join us on Zoom to explore what a typical week looks like, ask questions, and see why families return year after year! 🌊

RSVP: https://ucsb.zoom.us/meeting/register/urH66w22RTW3m8kRjLmy0w #/registration

Image description: Family Vacation Center Staffers wearing blue FVC hoodies, jumping and cheering on the beach. Overlaid white text reads: "Virtual Information Session; May 6, 2026 | 12:00 PM PT."

What was FVC like in the 90s? Swipe through the photos to see for yourself!There may be a hint to one of this upcoming s...
04/17/2026

What was FVC like in the 90s? Swipe through the photos to see for yourself!

There may be a hint to one of this upcoming summer's activities in here. 👀 Comment below what you think it could be!

Join the tradition—book your Santa Barbara getaway today: https://ow.ly/KzIV50YLj5s

Want to make your summer getaway as affordable as it is relaxing? Check out these exclusive discounts when you book your...
03/28/2026

Want to make your summer getaway as affordable as it is relaxing? Check out these exclusive discounts when you book your stay at the Family Vacation Center:

🎓 $200 Off for UCSB Alumni ($100 off for the Mini Week)! Limit one per suite; alum must be a registered guest.

👶 Kids 3 & Under Stay FREE! Join us for Week 2 (June 21–27) or our Week 9 Mini (Aug 9–13).

🏖️ Bring a teen friend (ages 13-18) for half the cost!

🤝 Refer & Save! Returning families get $100 off for every new family they refer ($50 for the Mini Week). Referrals are unlimited, so keep 'em coming! Just make sure they mention your name at registration.

Don't miss out on the ultimate stress-free summer. Grab these deals and book your family's spot today: https://ow.ly/aXQi50YynVZ

Your favorite beach town. Heaps of fun, plenty of relaxation, and zero chores! Enjoy an all-inclusive family vacation at...
03/24/2026

Your favorite beach town. Heaps of fun, plenty of relaxation, and zero chores! Enjoy an all-inclusive family vacation at UC Santa Barbara with meals and infant care provided. Join our next webinar on Thursday, March 26, at 12:00 PM PT to learn more! 🌊

Register: https://ow.ly/VPle50YyiV2

Image description: A golden sunset over the beach with text "Information Session, March 26, 2026, 12:00 PM PT" and the UC Santa Barbara Family Vacation Center logo in the top left.

03/06/2026

This call’s worth taking! ☀️📞

Treat your family to the Santa Barbara getaway you deserve. Kids enjoy supervised, age-appropriate activities while parents relax, explore, or enjoy time together. All are welcome at the Family Vacation Center!

Lock in your Summer 2026 spot: https://ow.ly/6ZZU50YqnvI



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San Rafael Residence Hall, UCSB
Santa Barbara, CA
93106

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