Drive Toward a Cure raises money for Parkinson's Disease research and patient care.

There are 10 drives scheduled for this year’s West Coast Holiday.  Six of the 10 drives can be driven on Thursday or Friday.  

The Porsche 356 Registry, working with Drive Toward a Cure, has been able to gain access to some amazing venues which are part of 4 unique drives.  We call these “premium” drives.

Those participating on the premium drives will be asked to make a tax-deductible donation to Drive Toward a Cure (a 501(c)(3)). The price for these drives will be commensurate with the venue and planned event. (Please consult with your accountant accordingly on your ability to take a tax deduction.)  

Lunch is included with all four premium drives.  Lunch is not included on the six non-premium drives.

Drive Highlights:

1. Foxen Canyon Road (Sideways Wine Country Tour) Approximately 146 miles, 2 hours and 56 minutes. Enjoy a drive through the Santa Barbara wine country with over 20 wineries or simply enjoy a beautiful drive. Movie buffs will be able to visit any number of stops that Miles (Paul Giamatti) and Jack (Thomas Haden Church) visited here during the movie or just enjoy any number of the stops along the way. (Thursday and Friday. Lunch On Your Own)

2. Highway 33 - Hagerty Road of the Year. Approximately 135 miles, 3 hours 13 minutes. This drive is a bit longer than the others but will give you a taste of a route that many of us have not enjoyed before. Take CA 150 south towards Ojai and turn north on CA 33 before entering town. Drive until you are happy, then retrace your steps and stop for lunch in the City of Ojai. (Thursday and Friday. Lunch On Your Own)

3. Ojai City Visit. Approximately 74 miles, 1 hour 50 minutes. Enjoy a leisurely drive south to Ojai for lunch, wine tasting, or just a short break in your day. Journey on to Ventura and a stop at the pier. (Friday. Lunch On Your Own)

4. The Cities Drive. Approximately 90.5 miles, 1 hour 50 minutes. Buellton, Solvang, Santa Ynez and Los Olivos....each town has its own “vibe” and will provide a chance to enjoy a Danish or glass of wine. (Friday. Lunch On Your Own)

5. Cold Spring Tavern. Approximately 115 miles, 2 hours 30 minutes. This route takes you to the 1868 stagecoach stop and you will pass the famous Cold Spring Canyon Arch Bridge. A true California treasure. The Tavern has limited parking. 5995 Stagecoach Road, Santa Barbara. (Thursday and Friday. Lunch On Your Own. Max 15 cars.) (THESE DRIVES HAVE SOLD OUT.)

6. The Santa Barbara Mission. Approximately 24.3 miles, 1 hour 4 minutes. This route is an in-town drive through Montecito, the Santa Barbara Riviera (The Santa Barbara upper road) with a stop at the Santa Barbara Mission. Continue through Hope Ranch and to the cliffs above the Pacific. This will help those enjoying the route why so many people move to Santa Barbara. No guarantees of Oprah, Ellen, Megan or Harry sightings. (Thursday. Lunch On Your Own)

7. Collector Car Vault. Approximately 110 miles, 2 hours 27 minutes. CCV is an 80,000 square foot vault housing over 200 classic and exotic cars. Our host found a 100 year railroad building and renovated it into a beautiful property combining contemporary art with beautiful automobiles. This car collection is a popular stop for luxury rally’s and we’re lucky to be here. Take the back road CA 150 to Ojai and then back to busier roads due to the road repairs on 150. We have you set to return to the hotel via 101. (Friday only, Premium, Lunch and Music included. Max 100 cars.)

8. Dierberg Winery. Approximately 114 miles, 1 hour 56 minutes. For the wine lovers of our group, Dierberg offers a little bit of Napa Valley without the crowds. Beautiful views, wine tastings, and artisan pizza made to order. Follow Highway 101 north to Highway 1 to Lompoc and then east on 246 returning to the Hotel via highway 101. (THIS DRIVE HAS BEEN CANCELLED.)

9. The Spirited Drive. Mileage and Time TBA. Our host Dirk Layer, local Santa Ynez resident, Porsche car enthusiast, concours judge and experienced racer, will lead a small group on a spirited drive through the Santa Ynez valley stopping for lunch at his home combined with a tour of some very special cars in the barn. The stories alone will blow you away (Friday only, Premium, Lunch included. Max 25 cars.) (THIS DRIVE HAS SOLD OUT.)

10. Starlane Winery. Approximately 118 miles, 2 hours 23 minutes. For the true wine officiant, we have set up a small group, private tour with the vintner to tour the underground caverns and experience cask tastings. Follow 101 north to Santa Ynez and on to the winery. (Friday only, Premium, Wine Tasting and Lunch included. Max 4 cars. (THIS DRIVE HAS SOLD OUT)