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\"Chardonnay<\/p>\n

A California town is offering an extra perk for visitors who stop by for a few nights. <\/p>\n

Santa Maria Valley, located near California's Central Coast, less than a three-hour drive from Los Angeles — and known for being in one of the state's best wine regions — is offering visitors staying for at least two nights a $100 gift card to use in town.<\/p>\n

The gift card can be used at local restaurants, wineries, breweries, and other local attractions during their stay.<\/p>\n

After making their reservations, visitors complete a form online to receive their "stimulus" gift card. Once they check into their hotels, the gift card will be waiting for them to use. <\/p>\n

The offer is limited to the first 500 reservations and is only valid on new bookings.<\/p>\n

The Santa Maria Valley has both scenic vineyards and beaches and is a gastronomic destination, with more than 50 restaurants and 34 tasting rooms that will accept the promotional gift card.<\/p>\n

It's worth noting that visitors to the valley will find lingering restrictions due to the pandemic, despite the lifting of California's stay-at-home restrictions.<\/p>\n

The businesses that are operating at this time have many COVID-19 precautions. The Santa Maria Valley is located between Santa Barbara and San Luis Obispo counties, both of which are delegated "purple tier," meaning the COVID-19 risk is "widespread." <\/p>\n

Face masks and social distancing are required in all public places.<\/p>\n

Restaurants are only allowed to operate with outdoor dining or takeout. Bars and breweries are closed unless they also offer dining. Wineries may only offer outdoor services.<\/p>\n

Retail is also operating with a 25% capacity limit.<\/p>\n

Although businesses are allowed to reopen, many may remain closed at this time. Visitors are encouraged to check ahead with any local businesses they may like to visit.<\/p>\n

Cailey Rizzo is a contributing writer for Travel + Leisure, currently based in Brooklyn. You can find her on Twitter, Instagram, or at caileyrizzo.com.<\/em><\/p>\n

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