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Santa Barbara, Ventura, and Oxnard Travel Guides

Which town fits your trip, when the crowds thin out, and how to get from the coast to wine country in under half an hour.

Santa Barbara, Ventura, and Oxnard each have a different feel. These guides help you figure out which town fits your trip, when to come to avoid the summer crowds, and how to get from the coast to wine country in under half an hour.

Travel Guides

When to Visit the Central Coast

Planning

When to Visit the Central Coast

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Santa Barbara vs. Ventura vs. Oxnard

Where to Stay

Santa Barbara vs. Ventura vs. Oxnard

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Coast to Wine Country in 30 Minutes

Itinerary

Coast to Wine Country in 30 Minutes

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Find Your Central Coast Stay

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