by Kacie Goff top image by Lucas Dorward Looking for a drink and a bite in Downtown Ventura? These six happy hours deliver. Ah, happy hour. Whether you’re hitting it after a long day of work or as an excuse to get together with friends, it really is a happy hour. That’s especially true when […]
by John Silva 24 people in a room. A hand raises in the corner— “I just want to go on record saying that I think this is going to be a waste of time and money.” Leading the kick-off for the Ventura branding project, I smiled and knew this project was going to be a […]
by Kacie Goff Ventura never stops showing off. Whether you’ve lived here for decades or are visiting for a weekend, you’re going to find something new and exciting. You could wander around and stumble across something awesome (highly encouraged). If, however, you’re looking to set an agenda for a fun few days in this coastal […]
blog by Visit Ventura top image by Isaac Tozer Complete darkness surrounds you as your eyes give way to better-suited senses to navigate. The sound of water splashing against cave walls reveals enough about your position to guide you. The echoed barks let you know you’re not alone. View this post on Instagram […]
blog by Visit Ventura top image by Jack Burleigh SpaceX launched Falcon 9 at Vanderberg Airforce Base only 80 miles north of Ventura. View this post on Instagram A post shared by 𝕳𝖊𝖈𝖙𝖔𝖗 (@hectro805) on Oct 7, 2018 at 8:57pm PDT Spectators were mesmerized as they watched it light up the night sky. […]
by Josiah Roe Explore some of the finest cycling and mountain biking in Ventura and the Los Padres National Forest. While more widely known as the gateway to the Channel Islands National Park and home to some of the finest surfing on the Central Coast, Ventura, CA has quickly become a popular destination for its […]
by Kacie Goff Don’t get spooked this October! Downtown Ventura has an incredible lineup of events for you. The goblins, ghouls, and witches are making their way out of hiding to grace the fronts of homes and the aisles of stores. And you know what that means – it must be October! We’ve got good […]
By Chanhee Kang There is a saying that ‘you can only see as much as you know.’ In Ventura, there is a lot of history you can pass by without knowing! Like most of Southern California, most names are Spanish, like Los Angeles and San Francisco. The name ‘Ventura’ means ‘fortune’ in Spanish, making the ‘City […]
blog by Ken McAlpine Welcome to our weekly blog about the joys of travel and life. For the two are one. Travel, like life, is about making the most of our moments, for we only have so many. With that in mind, another moment together. Thank you for coming along for the ride… Choose Your Miracle […]
By Chanhee Kang It is fun to dive into a bike ride with a cool breeze and sunshine along the beach in Ventura. Before your bike ride, stop by Marie Shannon Confections where you can get a variety of bagels perfect with a cup of coffee any time. A variety of bikes for rent are waiting […]
