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Q. What does the Family Vacation Center
have to do with UCSB?
A. The Family Vacation Center is located on
the UCSB campus and is run by the Alumni Affairs Dept. at UCSB. We make use
of many UCSB facilities: residence halls, the dining commons, the recreation
center, pools, bike paths, library and more. The majority of our counselors are
UCSB students and approximately 20% of our families contain a UCSB alumni.
Q. What weeks are the most popular?
A. Generally the last two weeks in July and
the first two weeks in August are the most popular. If you are new to the Family
Vacation Center and want the best chance attending, we recommend you select
the beginning of July or the end of August. We have added a new week due to
the high demand, Week 9! In future years, you will have priority.
Q. It seems expensive. How does it compare
to other vacations?
A.
The truth is that our vacation center is very reasonable
when you consider all that’s included. We’ve made
comparisons by researching similar family vacation centers in California
(there are no comparable camps locally) and found that we actually
charge less than any of the camps that don’t house their guests
in tents and cabins. Santa Barbara is a world renowned vacation destination and
our proximity to the beach makes our site exceptional.
Q. What’s the weather like?
A.
Temperatures during the summer average from a low of 60 to a high
of 75 daily. Evenings can be cool, so you should bring something warm to wear.
Overall it’s perfect weather to be active, and a great
relief if you’re coming from a hot, humid environment.
Q. Will I have to pay for anything extra?
A. Most of our families return year after year
and have requested that we expand our program to include more of what the beautiful
Santa Barbara area has to offer. Some of these activities require extra
fees. They are primarily held off premises, and include horseback
riding, sunset sailing, kayaking, miscellaneous site entrance fees, craft
materials, T-shirts and bike rentals. But, you will always have
plenty to do without paying extra. A typical family usually spends
$50-$100 over the price of the package during the week.
Q. Do I have to be a graduate of UCSB
to attend?
A. No, but one member of each suite must join a University
of California Alumni Association in order to attend.
Annual membership at the UCSB Alumni Association is $50 and a life membership
is $400 for Family Vacation Center attendees (a $100 discount). Please go to
the UCSB
Alumni website for details on other membership benefits.
Q. What are the main reasons families
attend the Family Vacation Center?
A.
Your children are well cared for and wonderfully entertained. We
are also one of the very few family vacation programs to provide
comprehensive infant and childcare. You don’t have to cook,
take care of your kids, or clean your room. It’s our responsibility
to help you enjoy your vacation. You can choose to have time for
yourself, be with your family, or both.
Q. How can we contact you if we have other
questions?
A. You can click on the "Contact Us" link on the left.
Or you may email us directly with any further questions you may
have by using this link vacation@ia.ucsb.edu
Q. What are some of the included activities?
A . Activities include, but are not limited to, staff shows,
carnivals, casino night, dancing, talent shows, swimming, campfire,
bingo, arts & crafts, picnics, tennis, soccer, basketball, biking,
hiking, running, and much more! The activities that are at an extra
cost are in no way required nor necessary to have an incredible
FVC experience!
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