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Overnight in Ojai

Overnight in Ojai

A quick getaway to Ojai allows for time to explore the area's unique offerings, from Spa Ojai to an olive oil tasting to a charming bookstore and a delicious lunch spot.

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Sarah Bowman
Jan 26, 2024
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Sunrise on the Topatopa Bluffs

Recently, I booked a last minute overnight excursion to Ojai and came back refreshed and energized. The headline is this: one night away does the trick! (That is, if air travel is not involved). Despite being an ancient place - the Chumash settled here over 10,000 years ago - Ojai offers up new sights, smells, and sounds. The magic of watching the light dance on the Topatopa Bluff each evening is timeless. Some consider it a spiritual vortex and with an array of seasonal festivals and retreats, Ojai is a mecca for artists, foodies and farmers, and savvy tourists. Whenever I visit, I wonder why I don’t do it more frequently.

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