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Resources for Travel Writers

Looking for your next newsworthy travel story? Oxnard is a hidden gem on the California Coast between Malibu and Santa Barbara.

As an up-and-coming travel destination with new developments on the horizon, we provide you with story ideas to make your editorial pitch an easy approval and your story a compelling success.

Influencer Coury Combs of Fancy Treehouse visits Oxnard's Heritage Square.

Welcome to Visit Oxnard's Media + Press page.

Here you'll find:

  • The latest news and announcements from Oxnard (AKA What's New in Oxnard)
  • Media Images
  • Travel Writer Distribution List Sign up
  • Media Contacts

There are endless stories to be told about Oxnard's geographical location, rich heritage, hospitality offerings and people. Interested in Story Ideas? Download our Press Kit (below), and reach out to us for newsworthy updates.

Click Here For The Latest News From Oxnard

Celebrity stylist and travel journalist Sam Russell enjoying Suite 412 at Homewood Suites Oxnard.

Join Our Travel Media Distribution List

Are you a journalist, influencer, or content creator with an idea to showcase the incredible culture, outdoor adventure, or family-friendly activities in Oxnard?Our goal is to stand out among competing destinations and bring tourism dollars to our local hotels, restaurants, attractions, and other businesses that count on this revenue to help with their bottom line. Whether you have an idea for a couples getaway or a family vacation, Oxnard's oceanfront hotels provide enchanting views of the Channels Islands National Park.Join our Travel Writer distribution list to receive Oxnard news and information about upcoming press trips.

Contact

Oxnard has been featured in top publications including Fodor's, Lonely Planet, Matador Network, Travel + Leisure, SF Gate, LA Times and more plus broadcast television from CBS to NBC to KTLA, radio and more. We welcome journalists on assignment.

Are you a blogger or influencer interested in traveling to Oxnard? Send us your media deck detailing your pitch, audience and reach.

Email Visit Oxnard PR Rep Elizabeth Maxim Melgoza

Phone: (805) 844-1463

Press Kit
Download Here
A surfer in a wetsuit strolls along a beautiful sandy beach toward the sparkling ocean, with scenic islands in the distance.

Winner - Visit CA Poppy Awards 2026 - Best Brand Advertising Campaign in the under $1 million category for brand campaign, "A Beat Apart."

2025 Viddy Platinum Award - Visit Oxnard “A Beat Apart”

USA Today 10Best - Best Beach in California 2025 - 'olol'koy Beach Park

Sunset Travel Awards - What to Do: Adventures and Explorations 2024 - Oxnard Taco Trail

California Travel Association - 30 & Under Emerging Leader 2024West Ventura County Business Alliance - Oxnard Young Professional of the Year 2024

USA Today 10Best - Best Beach in California 2024 - 'olol'koy Beach Park

USA Today 10Best - Best New Hotel in the U.S. 2024 - Zachari Dunes on Mandalay Beach

Finalist - Visit CA Poppy Awards 2024 - Best Influencer Campaign: A Taco StoryFinalist - ESTO Awards 2023 - Integrated Marketing Campaign: A Taco Story

California Travel Association - Rising Star Award 2023USA Today 10Best - Best Beach on the West Coast 2024 - Oxnard Beach Park

The Telly Awards - Gold Telly Winner in People's Telly - Branded Content: "A Taco Story" 2023The Telly Awards - Silver Telly Winner in Branded Content - Travel/Tourism: "A Taco Story" 2023

AVA Digital Awards - 2023 Platinum Award - "A Taco Story"Smart Meetings - Smart Women in Meetings Award 2023 – Industry LeaderForbes Top 10 Places to Live in California 2023 - Oxnard Ranked #7

Neighbor.com Most Neighborly Cities in America 2022 - Oxnard Ranked #4West Ventura County Business Alliance - Visit Oxnard Wins Community Influencer of the Year 2022

MarCom Awards - 2021 MarCom Award - Media KitPRSA - 2021 Central California Image Awards - Media Kit

Pacific Coast Business Times – Central Coast Best Place to Work 2021American Advertising Federation – American Advertising Award 2021 – PR Collateral

American Advertising Federation – American Advertising Award 2020 – Logo Design

Northstar Meetings Group – Stella Award 2020 –Best CVB/DMO (Regional) Far West Category

Oxnard Chamber of Commerce - Best Place to Work 2020Pacific Coast Business Times – Central Coast Best Place to Work 2020

Smart Meetings – Smart Women in Meetings Award 2020 – Stellar PerformerInternational Association of Visitor Information Providers – Best Brochure International 2020 – Central Coast Visitors Map

Pacific Coast Business Times – Central Coast Best Place to Work 2019

Travel & Adventure Show - Best of Show - Booth - Domestic - 2019Oxnard Chamber of Commerce - Oxnard Trophy 2018

Finalist - Visit California 2026 Poppy Award - Best Brand Advertising Campaign - Under $1 million: A Beat Apart

More to Explore

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Press Room
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Media Images
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