Ventura County: The Land of Surf, Sand, and Sun
Situated just south of Santa Barbara, Ventura County is a picturesque region with exceptional weather for most of the year.
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Nestled among the rolling hills, orange, lemon, and avocado groves of Heritage Valley, Santa Paula maintains an old-town charm. Located along the Santa Clara River just 65 miles northwest of Los Angeles, Santa Paula is known as the “Ci...
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Ventura County: The Land of Surf, Sand, and Sun
Situated just south of Santa Barbara, Ventura County is a picturesque region with exceptional weather for most of the year.
9 SoCal Road Trips You Must Go On
Rolling hills, cascading waterfalls, arid desert landscapes, and off-the-beaten-path beaches; SoCal really is the ideal package.
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The Santa Barbara Bike Trails To Check Out Now
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