A moment of a lifetime 🐳 Visitors aboard an Island Packers boat got up close and personal with the gentle giants of the ocean when three humpback whales “mugged” the Island Explorer boat on the way out to the Channel Islands National Park! 🤩 Have you ever seen whales off our coast? Let us know your experience in the comments below ⬇️ 📷 instagram.com/dustinhphotos | Ventura

☕️ Harbor views, fresh ocean air, and a perfect cup in hand? Mornings in Ventura just got even better. Freedom Coffee has opened their newest spot, located in Ventura Harbor, serving up community, connection, and (of course) really, really good coffee. Be sure to grab some pre-adventure fuel before you head out to Channel Islands National Park with Island Packers! 🌊✨ | Ventura

Fall is one of the best times to visit the Channel Islands National Park. Beautiful weather, warmer water, and calmer winds make for the best trip out to the islands. While a trip out usually spans the whole day, there's always time to pack in some fun before and after your trip! Here's how to plan a full day going out to the Channel Islands National Park:⁠ ⁠ 1️⃣ Get to the Ventura Harbor early and visit the Channel Islands National Park Visitor Center 🐡⁠ 2️⃣ Enjoy a breakfast at Harbor Cove Ca