also advice on places to stay in LA. We're staying one night, Sunday 14 Feb, after a family wedding in Santa Barbara. We don't fly out until midafternoon, so proximity to LAX isn't key.
I'm sure it's sold out for the weekend but a COOL place to stay near SB is El Capitan Canyon - glamping, awesome little market with prepared dinners and wine, and great views.
Theres also Solvang, a Danish town, which is about an hour north/east of SB, awesome wineries. You could stay there Sunday, have a little time to browse/eat before LAX