Photo by Michael Reiss
Just 45 minutes from Santa Barbara lies the charming hamlet of Solvang. Perhaps best known as the most Danish of towns outside of Denmark, there is no mistaking its heritage. The windmills, half ? timbered houses, boutique shops and bakeries filled with Danish pastries—all harken back to the motherland. Yet, along with this flash trip back to traditional Denmark, there are plenty of modern day draws to keep tourists coming back for more.
If Danish Modern is a style, then the recently redone Landsby Hotel may be the current epitome of this genre. The newest of Solvang?s lodgings, the clean, modern lines, with bold, textured pillows, throws, and area rugs is an ode to the recognized hallmarks of this style.
Located right in the center of town, the Landsby Hotel?s rooms sport sleek wood flooring with comfortable beds, L?Occitane toiletries, luxurious robes and Keurig coffee makers. If Danish Modern is a style, then the recently redone Landsby Hotel may be the current epitome of this genre. Photo by Michael Reiss

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A stylish, inviting lobby beckons you back after walking the village of Solvang or touring its gorgeous surrounding wine country.
The bar scene is popping and their restaurant, Mad & Vin, Danish for food and wine is a fine example of what Central Coast wine country cuisine has to offer. The menu is spars in description and only hints at the artistic plating and culinary prowess of Chef Beto Huizar.
Among the stan...