Accolades and Media Mentions Oxnard is a must-see destination along California’s sprawling coastline, recognized as an ideal road trip stop. This city by the sea has been lauded by media outlets for its stunning beaches, eclectic foodie scene and family-friendly offerings.
ACCOLADES
• PARADE 2020: 40 Best Family Vacations on a Budget—and Yep, They Include Europe and the Caribbean
• TRAVELING MOM 2020: Best Beaches in California for Families: Fun in the Sand, Surf and Sun
• PUREWOW 2019: The 10 Best Beach Towns in Southern California
• TRIPS TO DISCOVER 2019: Top 11 Cheap Weekend Getaways in California
• NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC 2017: #20 Happiest City in U.S.
• HEAL THE BAY 2017: Hollywood Beach and Silver Strand Beach received A+ Honor Roll in cleanest beaches
IN THE NEWS Food and Drink
• NBC LOS ANGELES 2020: Chow Down Along Oxnard’s Taco Trail
• L.A. TIMES 2020: Beer excursions: Make a weekend trip out of these breweries beyond L.A. County
• MY SANGRE LATINA 2020: Chase the Perfect Taco in Oxnard!
• VISIT CALIFORNIA 2019: Oxnard, Tacos, Treats, & Tastings
• DOPES ON THE ROAD 2019: 15 Oxnard Restaurants You Must Try
• VISIT CALIFORNIA 2018: One-of-a-Kind Wineries in California
• FLAVORFUL TRIP MAGAZINE 2018: Oxnard Itinerary – 3 Day SoCal Beach Vacation
• CULTURE TRIP 2017: Top 10 Restaurants in Oxnard, California Things to Do
• L.A. TIMES 2020: This tiny SoCal island, full of carnage and shrieking, should be your next day trip
• DOPES ON THE ROAD 2019: How to Spend the Perfect Weekend in Oxnard, California
• SWEET C’S DESIGNS 2019: A Perfect Day in Oxnard, CA
• TEXAS LIFESTYLE MAGAZINE 2018: Tripping on the Central Coast article
• VISIT CALIFORNIA 2018: 10 Super-Scenic California Road Trips
• TRAVEL PULSE 2018: 15 Stops Along California’s Pacific Coast Highway
Beaches Lifestyle
• CALIFORNIA.COM 2020: A Guide to Accessible Beaches • ULTIMATE ENCOUNTERS 2020: Honeymoons with Attitude
• TRAVELING MOM 2020: Best Beaches in California for • REALTOR.COM 2020: ‘Staycation’ Central: Where To Find the Families: Fun in the Sand, Surf and Sun Best Homes for Living the Backyard Dream
• PUREWOW 2019: The 10 Best Beach Towns in Southern • VISIT CALIFORNIA 2020: Next Level Fitness in California California • SOUTHERN LIVING 2020: 10 Beach Towns You Can Actually • CREATOR’S SYNDICATE 2018: Spend Quality Time on Afford to Buy a House In Oxnard Beach • CANADIAN TRAVELLER 2019: Choose Your Adventure: • HEAL THE BAY 2017: Hollywood Beach and Silver Strand Oxnard, California Experiences for Every Traveller Beach received A+ Honor Roll in cleanest beaches • 805 LIVING 2019: Place to Be
• OXNARD CHAMBER OF COMMERCE 2018: Ahhhh-life-in- the-’Nard
Events
• CITIZEN’S JOURNAL 2019: Gloves are On! USA Boxing’s 2019 Last Chance Qualifier Comes to Oxnard – National PAL Boxing Tournament Takes Place November 1-9, 2019
• VC STAR 2019: Dallas Cowboys return to Oxnard for their 42nd training camp in Ventura County
• AMIGOS 805 2019: Fresh Strawberries Kick off the Summer Season in Oxnard with Fun Events for the Whole Family
• ROLLING STONE 2018: Anderson .Paak to Throw Carnival in Support of New Album “Oxnard”
• VENTURA COUNTY REPORTER 2018: Filled to Capacity: PACC: The Arts Festival Kicks Off this Weekend in Oxnard Family-Friendly Tourism Industry
• TRAVELING MOM 2020: Best Beaches in California for • NORTHSTAR MEETINGS GROUP 2020: Stella Awards 2020: Families: Fun in the Sand, Surf and Sun Best CVB/DMO
• SOCAL FIELD TRIPS 2019: 14 Fun Holiday Boat Parades in • CITIZEN’S JOURNAL 2020: Visit Oxnard Logo Wins Southern California American Advertising Award
• Y TRAVEL 2018: 17 Amazing Things to do in Ventura County • CITIZEN’S JOURNAL 2020: Visit Oxnard Group Sales California With Kids Manager Wins Smart Meetings Award
• SAN DIEGO FAMILY MAGAZINE JULY 2017: 6 Family- • EXHIBITOR 2020: Visit Oxnard Recognized as One of Friendly Stops Along the Central Coast Central Coast’s Best Places to Work
• EXHIBITOR 2020: Visit Oxnard Wins Oxnard Chamber of Commerce 70th Annual Community & Business Awards “Best Place to Work”
• VC STAR 2020: As California reopens, Ventura County tourism market may be one of the winners
• VC STAR 2019: Tourism booming in California and Ventura County, statistics show
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Visit Oxnard is a public non-profit 501(c)(4) destination marketing organization working hand-in-hand with the City of Oxnard and its hotels, transportation entities, restaurants, retailers, attractions, historic districts and more to promote Oxnard as a premier leisure and business travel destination. Offering value to those seeking experiences in family, cultural, outdoor adventure and group travel, Oxnard is home to miles of pristine white sand beaches, electric nightlife, some of the best taquerias in the state, historic Victorian era architecture, the California Strawberry Festival and an expansively picturesque harbor that serves as the closest access point to the Channel Islands National Park. Just sixty miles northwest of LAX and in close proximity to Santa Barbara and other major destinations, Oxnard is one of Southern California’s best kept secrets. Stay up-to-date on Oxnard news with our Media Center and press releases. Planning a research visit? Submit a press trip request to get the process started. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram for daily updates. Sign up for our e-newsletter, and request a free visitors guide. For more information, call 1-800-2-OXNARD or go to VisitOxnard.com.