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Ventura Highway in the sunshine. Where the days are longer, the nights are stronger than moonshine. Yes, the band “America” described Ventura, California’s charms beautifully. But there’s far more to Ventura’s song. Ventura is California the way you dreamed it. Beach fun. World-class outdoor adventure. Dreamy sunshine warming your face. Plus, magical surprises you’ve never seen. Discover Ventura’s magic. For free! Enter to win our Grand Prize Ventura Highway Giveaway Package (valued at $1,300). Win an airline gift certificate (valued at $500). A gift card for accommodations at the beachfront Crowne Plaza Ventura Beach Hotel (valued at $600). A trip for two to Channel Islands National Park and additional gift certificates to Corazon Cocina Ventura (valued at $80), Wheel Fun Bike Rentals, and Coastal Cone Ice Cream (valued at $20). Sign up today for your chance to win a free California getaway today! Winner will be drawn in January 2027. Good luck!

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where the days are longer, the nights are stronger than moonshine. In Ventura, spontaneity thrives. Get up in the morning and take a sunrise stroll on our historic Ventura Pier, or maybe wander Downtown to grab a cup of coffee. In the afternoon, maybe you’ll jump on the bike and cruise along the coast to see what you find…or maybe you decide to dig through Ventura’s thrift stores to find a hidden treasure. Wherever Ventura takes you, lifelong memories await.

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In Ventura we specialize in seaside breezes and ocean views. Hotel, campground, or RV park; we take pride in walkability to the sand. Plus, every range of stay; from full-service hotels, to budget motels, to, yep, oceanfront camping.

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