Ventura county

If you haven’t explored the stunning shores, hidden islands, indulgent eateries and charming downtowns of the Ventura Coast, you’re missing out on a hidden gem.

Ready to hit the beach? These cheap vacation destinations can help chase away the winter blues or jump-start summer plans, and they take travelers from Cape Cod in Massachusetts and the boardwalks of Maryland to the always-toasty beaches of Florida and California, with stops in Michigan and Indiana in between.