Situated between San Luis Obispo and Santa Barbara—or Cal Poly and UCSB—Santa Maria carries a relaxed vibe full of young surfers, wineries, beaches—and really, really good strawberries. Pack your Rainbows for the summer and UGGs for the winter, and you're all set for a full year of footwear in your new homeland.

With an average high of 70-degrees year round and 280 days of sun, it's not hard to sell this Central Coast town paradise. But you knew that. Check out a list of local events below that you might not know about to experience Santa Maria for yourself.

Once you settle in, you'll also want to keep your home and loved ones secure. ADT monitoring is there for you with 24/7 professional monitoring of a variety of equipment, including smoke alarms, motion sensors, and security cameras.

Now that you're set up for more safety, rest and digest with some of Santa Maria's favorite cuisine. Proud to bear the appellation BBQ Capital of California, Santa Marians are known for their tri-tip style barbeque with a light dose of salt, pepper, and garlic. It's almost impossible to think about it without wanting to make a quick run to Rancho Nipomo BBQ. Tri-tip + your home and family's safety? What a win-win.