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Recent Press
“There’s A Lot to Love in Lompoc” – Santa Barbara Independent
October 3, 2022 – “I’d been visiting an elderly friend in Lompoc and decided to stop by the Lompoc Museum at 200 South H Street on my way back. I’m very…
“Central California Missions: From Mission Carmel to Mission Santa Inez” – Local Getaways
“Looking for a whopping dose of California state history? There’s likely no better entry point than the missions. Here’s a look at seven of the central missions out of California’s…
“Here’s Exactly Where to See Lompoc’s NASA and SpaceX Rocket Launches” – Inside Hook
June 3, 2022 – “A dilemma: You want to see rockets blast into space. How to do it, as a mere civilian? To start, you’ll want to head to Lompoc,…
“Embrace California’s Newest Beverage Frontier With “Space For Savoring” Lompoc’s Wine Country” – Eve’s Wine 101
August 22, 2022 – “As the wine harvest approaches next month, what better time than now to escape to Lompoc, home to some of the industry’s most creative beverage makers…”…
“Take the Ultimate Roadtrip to Lompoc” – Citizens Journal
October 18, 2022 – With cooler temperatures on the way, fall is the ideal season for a road trip to Lompoc! Sip award-winning wines from Sta. Rita Valley wineries, warm up…
“The Ultimate Fall Trip to Lompoc, California” – Travelmole
September 6, 2022 – “With cooler temperatures on the way, fall is the ideal season for a road trip to Lompoc, CA. Sip award-winning wines from Sta. Rita Valley wineries,…
“4 Fall Activities to Explore in and Around Lompoc” – Southern California Magazine
September 26, 2022 – “Fall is an ideal time to tour Southern California. The temperatures drop a bit and the humidity backs off, making outdoor adventures more enjoyable. If you’re…
“Flying Goat Cellars Wine Dinner Set for La Purisima Mission” – 805 Foodie
September 22, 2022 – “Flying Goat Cellars and Full of Life Flatbread are teaming up for an intimate winemaker dinner at La Purísima Mission in Lompoc…” Read Article at 805…
“The Ultimate California Coast Road Trip” – All The Best Stops Along The PCH
September 3, 2022 – “It’s hard to beat the views road tripping along the Pacific Coast Highway (PCH). It’s one of the most scenic drives in the world. The PCH…
“Santa Barbara Wineries You Must Visit” – Savored Journeys
September 9, 2022 – “There are many great reasons to do a wine tasting trip (or two or three) in Santa Barbara County, among them the world-class wine, the nearly…
“Flying Goat Cellars Hosts Annual Winemaker Dinner at La Purisima Mission” – Amigos 805
January 1, 2022 – “Flying Goat Cellars will host its fifteenth annual Winemaker Dinner at La Purísima Mission on September 30, 2022. Winemaker Norm Yost partners with Chef Clark Staub of…
“Take the Ultimate Fall Trip to Lompoc on Scenic California Highway 1” – Amigos 805
September 15, 2022 – With cooler temperatures on the way, fall is the ideal season for a road trip to Lompoc! Sip award-winning wines from Sta. Rita Valley wineries, warm up…
“Take a Quick Trip to Lompoc” – Valley Scene Magazine
September 2022 – “With cooler temperatures on the way, fall is the ideal season for a road trip to Lompoc! Sip award-winning wines from Sta. Rita Valley wineries, warm up…
“Take the Ultimate Fall Trip to Lompoc, California On Scenic California Highway 1” – The Signal
Sept 11, 2022 – “With cooler temperatures hopefully on the way, fall is the ideal season for a road trip to Lompoc! Sip award-winning wines from Sta. Rita Valley wineries,…
“The Many Delights Near California 154, Connecting Santa Barbara and Los Olivos” – LA Times
Sept 1, 2022 – Good morning, fellow Escapists. Labor Day weekend is upon us, and many Southern California travelers will be heading north to Yosemite National Park, west to the beach…
“Destination: Lompoc Valley” – 805 Living
Summer 2022 – Summer is here and Lompoc has Space to Explore California’s famed Central Coast! Acclaimed for its scenic beauty, the picturesque Lompoc Valley is renowned as the “Valley…
“Santa Rita Hills Lavender Farm in Lompoc is About Family and Sustainability” – Santa Maria Sun
August 10, 2022 – Mother-and-son duo Denise and Lucas Neumann traded Los Angeles city living for more open spaces to pursue Denise’s dreams of running a farm. During her time…
“Lovely Lavender Blooms at a Lompoc Farm” – NBC Los Angeles, NBC San Diego & NBC Bay Area
August 1, 2022 – Looking up when calling upon Lompoc? We often do so with wonder, thanks to the Vanderberg Air Force Base rocket launches, those amazing trips to the…
“News From Lompoc: New Santa Rita Hills Lavendar Farm Opens This Month in Lompoc” – Amigos 805
July 27, 2022 – Immerse yourself in lovely fields of scented flowers at the Santa Rita Hills Lavender Farm… Visit Amigos 805 to Read Article
“New 15,000-square-foot skate park coming to Lompoc as soon as 2023” – Lompoc Record
Jan 26, 2022 – Lompoc city officials received good news last week in the form of a $3.6 million state grant that will fund construction of a new skate park and community…
“5 ways to see phenomenal flowers in Southern California” – Los Angeles Times
April 28, 2022 – Good morning, fellow Escapists. It’s spring wildflower season in Southern California, and you may be conjuring images of the great superbloom of 2019. That year, California…
“Lompoc’s Floweriest Window Is Opening” – NBC TV Los Angeles
April 26, 2022 – The flower fields will be full of pretty petals, while a fest is sprouting over the first weekend of May. When you begin talking about “lift-off”…
“20+ Fun Things to do During Two Days in Lompoc, California” – Home Room Travel
April 20, 2022 – Lompoc, California is not on a ton of people’s radar, but it is definitely an underrated area along the California Central Coast. Lompoc contains a bunch…
“17 Amazing Weekend Trips From Los Angeles” – PureWow
March 18, 2022 – What’s spring (or, especially, summer) without a road trip? Less fun for everyone, so we’re all about finding some low-lift, high-reward weekend trips from Los Angeles…
“Where the Wildflowers Are Part One: Best Places to See Wildflowers this Spring” – L.A. Parent
March 17, 2022 – I’m always chasing wildflowers. Something about their unpredictability and elusiveness; you never know when exactly they will bloom, but when they do what a sweet, sweet…
“Spring Break Escapes” – Fabulous California
March 14, 2022 – Spring marks the perfect time to spend some quality time in Lompoc: uncrowded beaches, picturesque winding country roads and a blooming flower scene. Whether you are…
“Lompoc Restaurant Week begins on Monday” – KSBY
February 21, 2022 – The 7th Annual Lompoc Restaurant Week is set to begin on Monday. The week-long event is sponsored by the Lompoc Valley Chamber of Commerce and Visitors…
“11 Fun Budget Date Ideas in Southern California” – AAA Explorer/Westways
January 17, 2022 – Planning a special date might be challenging this year, so take the opportunity to change your usual routine—trade dinner for 2 at your favorite restaurant for…
“22 Best Things to Do in Lompoc, California” – Vacation Idea
January 12, 2022 – Lompoc is a popular getaway destination for wine lovers, history buffs and art enthusiasts. You can take a drive along the Sta. Rita Hills Wine Trail…
“Lompoc Restaurant Week Returns in 2022” – KEYT TV
January 3, 2022 – Mark your calendars, Lompoc Restaurant Week will return this year. The seven-day event celebrates culinary creativity and craft as well as Lompoc restaurants, wineries and breweries……
“The Village Inn in Lompoc is Getting a Makeover” – MSN
January 12, 2022 – The Village Inn in Lompoc is getting a makeover… Visit MSN to Watch Video
“SpaceX Launches U.S. Intelligence Satellite from Vandenberg Base” – KTLA Channel 5 Los Angeles
January, 2022 – A classified satellite for the U.S. National Reconnaissance Office was launched into space from California on Wednesday. The NROL-87 satellite lifted off at 12:27 p.m. from Vandenberg…
“Landsat 9 takes off from Vandenberg” – Santa Maria Sun
September 29, 2021 – NASA launched an Earth-observing satellite from Vandenberg Space Force Base on Sept. 27, continuing a 50-year land observation program and cementing a recently developed partnership between…
“Lompoc Valley celebrates Landsat Week as rocket launches successfully from Vandenberg” – KEYT
September 27, 2021 – It was an historic day at Vandenberg Space Force Base Monday. An Atlas V rocket took off from the base just after 11 a.m. The rocket…
“Lompoc celebrates Monday rocket launch with ‘Landsat 9 Launch Week’ events” – KSYB
September 23, 2021 – United Launch Alliance is scheduled to launch an Atlas V rocket from Vandenberg Space Force Base on Monday, September 27. The rocket will carry NASA’s Landsat…
“Landsat 9 Launch Week Events Rescheduled” – Santa Barbara Independent
September 16, 2021 – Landsat 9 Launch Week and launch week activities have been moved following the postponement of the Landsat 9 launch… Visit Santa Barbara Independent to Read Article
“Explore Lompoc Partners with NASA and USGS to Celebrate 50 Years of Landsat” – PR Web
September 7, 2021 – The NASA/USGS Landsat 9 satellite scheduled to launch from Vandenberg Space Force Base on September 16 has been pushed back to September 23 because of transportation…
“Landsat 9 to launch from Vandenberg Sept. 23” – Santa Ynez News
September 6, 2021 – The NASA and USGS Landsat 9 satellite is now scheduled to launch from Vandenberg Space Force Base on Sept. 23, a week later than initially planned…
“Here’s How to Watch the Landsat 9 Launch in Lompoc” – NBC LA
August 31, 2021 – Planning on legging it to lovely Lompoc to see this space-tastic September event? Get tips now… Visit NBC LA to Read Article
“Explore Lompoc, NASA and USGS Celebrate Landsat 9 Launch” – The Patch
August 26, 2021 – The NASA/USGS Landsat 9 satellite is scheduled to launch from Vandenberg Space Force Base September 16. The public can get a front-row seat… Visit The Patch…
“Experience the Landsat 9 Launch!” – USGS
August 25, 2021 – The Landsat 9 satellite is on schedule to launch no sooner than September 27 from Vandenberg Space Force Base near Lompoc, California. The city of Lompoc…
“Lompoc winemaker Bryan Babcock named 2021 Vintner of the Year” – Santa Ynez Valley News
August 24, 2021 – Pioneering winemaker Bryan Babcock, owner of Babcock Winery & Vineyards, was named 2021 Vintner of the Year by the Sta. Rita Hills Wine Alliance during its…
“37th Annual West Coast Cub Fly-In at Lompoc Airport Ready to Take Flight” – Aviation Pros
July 6, 2021 – The 37th annual West Coast Cub Fly-in at Lompoc Airport is set to take off Friday through Sunday… Visit Aviation Pros to Read Article
“Lompoc Day Trip Things To Do” – Day Trippen
May 25, 2021 – Situated between Santa Barbara and Santa Maria and nestled among the rolling green hills of California’s central coast, Lompoc is known for its beautiful flower fields,…
“More Hiking Trails in Lompoc, CA” – Newsbreak
May 5, 2021 – Lompoc, CA is known for more things than I can think of. This lovely Californian town in Santa Barbara County has events and attractions that pull…
“15 Best Things To Do In Lompoc, California” – Trip 101
Jan 7, 2021 – Lompoc, California, is a historical and scenic town in south California that is rich in history and natural beauty. It is a place worth visiting when…
“Flowers are lovely at these six places. And you can keep your distance” – Los Angeles Times
March 17, 2020 – Southern California’s hillsides and deserts skipped the wildflower superbloom this season, but don’t despair. April still brings spring flowers to the area’s botanic gardens and nurseries……
“18 FUN DAY TRIPS FROM SANTA BARBARA (+ MAP!)” – Road Tripping California
November 28, 2020 – Looking for the best day trips from Santa Barbara? There’s lots to do in the city on a Santa Barbara weekend getaway, but if you plan…
“Lompoc’s Top 6” – Yosemite National Park Trips
December 1, 2020 – Sip local wine, explore a mission and stroll on a secluded beach. Pronounced “Lom-poke,” the scenic valley town of Lompoc offers a ton to see and…
“Central Coast Food Festivals and Wine Events – 2021 / 2022” – California Tourist Guide
The Central Coast region is one of our favorite places to travel – for many reasons, actually, but high on the list is enjoying California’s culinary delights courtesy of the…
“Lompoc to host springtime Flower Festival in place of two annual carnivals” – Lompoc Record
Lompoc’s annual SpringFest will not take place this year; however, the Flower Festival is set to make a return to Ryon Memorial Park from May 6 to 8 after a…
“Blooming Fun” – Santa Maria Sun Newspaper
About a century ago, a group of dynamic ladies formed the Alpha Literary and Improvement Club of Lompoc, dedicated to the discussion of culture, literature, music, and history. In 1922,…
“15 Gorgeous West Coast Flower Festivals You Need to See” – Vacations Made Easy
From sunny deserts to the roaring ocean, majestic mountains to lush valleys and springs, the west coast has some of the most varied terrains and a stunning array of flowers.…
“Where to See California Wildflowers, Even Without a Super Bloom” – Afar Magazine
A dry winter means another super bloom is unlikely, but that doesn’t mean you can’t catch Golden State blooms from Southern California to Northern California and places in between in…
“Organizers prepare for major Central Coast events” – KEYT TV
SANTA MARIA, Calif. – Organizers are preparing for the Lompoc Flower Festival, the Mid-State Fair, and other major Central Coast events. Despite two years of cancellations and modifications due to…
“11 Best Day Trips From Santa Barbara, California” – Cheerful Trails
Santa Barbara attracts loads of visitors every year as it showcases the lovely architecture, lip-smacking food and cultural display that it is hard to think of anything other than surprises…
“18 Top-Rated Day Trips from San Luis Obispo, CA” – Planet Ware
San Luis Obispo is within easy reach of many appealing day-trip destinations, from picturesque historic towns to rejuvenating beaches. A short drive from town, visitors can explore a wide array…
“20 Awesome Day Trips From Santa Barbara, California” – Travels with Elle
Santa Barbara is a wonderful destination in itself, being a quaint and lively Mediterranean-style town. But if you’re able to tear yourself away from the city’s irresistible charm, you’ll find…
“Things to do in Lompoc, California” – California Amateur Traveler
Lompoc may be the least touristy of the towns in the Santa Ynez Valley Area. From highway 101, the well-known tourist destination of Solvang (“Danish Capital of America”) is in one direction…
“Piper Cubs explore skies over Lompoc” – Santa Maria Times
July 11, 2015 – The 31st annual West Coast Cub Fly-In kicked into full gear Saturday with a number of contests, flying events and other festivities on the ground… Visit…
“THINGS TO DO IN LOMPOC, CALIFORNIA: PLUS WHERE TO EAT!” – Tanama Tales
Lompoc (California) is a town known for wine, murals, and flower fields. Never heard of it before? Do not worry. I do not think you are alone… Visit Tanama Tales…
“Flower Fields in Santa Barbara” – Try Something Fun
Flower fields are the stuff of my daydreams and so I seek them out almost everywhere I go. Wild or commercially grown, I don’t discriminate. If you’re like me you…
Lompoc Engages Visitors with 48 Hours of Attractions, Fun, Food and Wine
October 14, 2019 Fall is prime time to slate a 48-hour get-away to Lompoc. Located on the California Central Coast, it’s a visitor destination that satisfies all of the senses…
Learning Experiences Abound for Travelers As They Discover a “Space to Explore” Getaway
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – PHOTOS AVAILABLE July 15, 2019 Media Contacts: Susan Bejeckian, Explore Lompoc PR Rep, 626-570-1051; sbejeckian@gmail.com Maris Somerville, Explore Lompoc PR Rep, 310-701-6872; maris@somervillepr.com Learning Experiences Abound…
Lompoc, a Lodestone for ‘Space to Explore’ Adventures
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – PHOTOS AVAILABLE May 13, 2019 Media Contacts: Susan Bejeckian, Explore Lompoc PR Rep, 626-570-1051; sbejeckian@gmail.com Maris Somerville, Explore Lompoc PR Rep, 310-701-6872; maris@somervillepr.com Lompoc,…
American Junior Golf Association Returns to Lompoc with $20,000 Grant from Explore Lompoc
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – PHOTOS AVAILABLE March 6, 2019 Media Contacts: Susan Bejeckian, Explore Lompoc PR Rep, 626-570-1051; sbejeckian@gmail.com Maris Somerville, Explore Lompoc PR Rep, 310-701-6872; maris@somervillepr.com American…
Explore Lompoc Unveils 2019 Festivals and Events Visitors Invited to Uncover a “Space to Explore”
OFFICIAL NEWS RELEASE – FEBRUARY 12, 2019 Explore Lompoc Unveils 2019 Festivals and Events Visitors Invited to Uncover a “Space to Explore” Boasting a rich landscape woven with majestic rolling…
Explore Lompoc Announces 2019 Board Leadership and Marketing Programs
OFFICIAL NEWS RELEASE Explore Lompoc Announces 2019 Board Leadership and Marketing Programs to Promote Lompoc as a Destination LOMPOC, CA – As it completes its first five years as an…
Discover the Lure of Lompoc, California
OFFICIAL NEWS RELEASE Visitors from Near and Far Discover the Lure of Lompoc in an Off-Season Getaway to California’s Central Coast LOMPOC, CA – With its near perfect,…
Art, Harvest & Wine: Fall Road Trip to Lompoc
OFFICIAL NEWS RELEASE Art, Harvest & Wine Make the Perfect Blend For a Fall Sojourn to Lompoc As if the sylvan backdrop and coastal vistas alone were not enough to…
Delve Into Year Round Family Fun in Lompoc
OFFICIAL NEWS RELEASE – June 13, 2018 Susan Bejeckian, Explore Lompoc PR Rep, 626-570-1051, sbejeckian@gmail.com Maris Somerville, Explore Lompoc PR Rep, 301-701-6872, Maris@Somervillepr.com Top Attractions for a Family Getaway…
Lompoc to Host Visitors in May for Mission to Mars
OFFICIAL NEWS RELEASE: April 3, 2018 Media Contacts: Susan Bejeckian, Explore Lompoc PR Rep, 626-570-1051, Sbejeckian@gmail.com Maris Somerville, Explore Lompoc PR Rep, 310-508-1609, Maris@Somervillepr.com NASA’s InSight Launch slated for May…
Explore Lompoc Announces 2018 Events & Festivals
OFFICIAL NEWS RELEASE: January 17, 2018 Discover Year-Round Adventure in Lompoc’s Sylvan Setting Media Contacts / Photo Requests: Susan Bejeckian, Explore Lompoc PR Rep, 626-570-1051, Sbejeckian@gmail.com Maris Somerville, Explore Lompoc…
New Upscale Hotel and Restaurant Open in Lompoc, California
OFFICIAL NEWS RELEASE: November 13, 2017 New Hilton Garden Inn opens in Lompoc, bringing upscale amenities and a fresh restaurant concept to travelers Lompoc’s first new hotel property in more…
Festive Reasons to Visit Lompoc this Holiday Season!
OFFICIAL NEWS RELEASE: Updated November 8, 2017 Festive Reasons to Visit Lompoc this Holiday Season! Lompoc shows off its festive side during the holiday season, when visitors will find holiday…
Explore Lompoc this Fall: Wine Tasting, California History and Country Fun Await!
OFFICIAL NEWS RELEASE: August 28, 2017 Explore Lompoc this Fall: Wine Tasting, California History and Country Fun Await! A fall getaway to Lompoc means wine harvest season, tempting local cuisine,…
Explore Lompoc Provides Grant for Open Streets Event
OFFICIAL NEWS RELEASE – JUNE 8, 2017 Explore Lompoc Provides Grant for new Lompoc Open Streets Event Residents and visitors will be taking it to the streets at the first…
Lompoc is Blooming with California Wildflowers
OFFICIAL NEWS RELEASE – APRIL 4, 2017 Lompoc is Blooming with Spring Wildflowers It’s the Perfect Backdrop for a Central Coast Road Trip Lompoc wildflower season is here, and this…
Take Romance to New Heights
OFFICIAL NEWS RELEASE – JANUARY 25, 2017 Take Romance to New Heights! Lompoc Valentine’s Package offers Skydiving and Hotel Adventure Chocolate and roses? Been there. Done that. Adventurous couples are…
Explore Lompoc Announces 2017 Events and Festivals
OFFICIAL NEWS RELEASE – JANUARY 3, 2017 Nestled in a valley along the Central Coast of California, the city of Lompoc offers a wide range off-the-beaten path adventures, inspiring works…
Arts & Culture Weekend slated for Lompoc: October 8-9, 2016
OFFICIAL NEWS RELEASE First-Ever ‘Mural in a Weekend’ Arts & Culture Event slated for October 8-9, 2016 in Lompoc, CA With over 40 murals painted brightly and displayed proudly on…
Five Top Reasons to Visit Lompoc this Summer
OFFICIAL NEWS RELEASE Five Top Reasons to Visit Lompoc this Summer Located where California’s sweeping and beautiful Central Coast meets the Sta. Rita Hills, Lompoc’s laid back vibe, beautiful weather,…
Fuel your Pinot Passion in Lompoc
OFFICIAL NEWS RELEASE Fuel your Pinot Passion … Sip, Savor & Stay in Lompoc Media Contact: Janis Flippen, Explore Lompoc PR Rep, (805) 389-9495, janis@janisflippenpr.com With the highest concentration of…
Murals & Mission – Lompoc’s Big Attractions
OFFICIAL NEWS RELEASE Murals & Mission – Lompoc’s Big Attractions Lompoc is a town filled with a colorful history that traces the early beginnings of California. Two major attractions help…
Road Trip to Lompoc – Discover What’s Around the Bend
OFFICIAL NEWS RELEASE Road Trip to Lompoc … Discover What’s Around the Bend An emerging destination on Highway 1 along the California Central Coast, Lompoc blooms big in spring and…
Explore Lompoc Awards Grants to Local Events
OFFICIAL NEWS RELEASE Explore Lompoc Awards Grants to Local Events Lompoc’s Tourism Business Improvement District (TBID) announced today that it will be awarding its first round of grants totaling $32,500…
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