Browse through all of our Sonoma County Press Releases.
Press Releases
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May 10th, 2013
SONOMA COUNTY, CALIF. - With more than 370 wineries, miles of rugged Pacific Ocean coastline and some of the most fertile earth in California, Sonoma County embodies the organic, natural and...
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May 9th, 2013
SONOMA COUNTY, CALIF. — Sonoma County Tourism is prepping to receive international visitors from China by partnering with Visit California in a series of outreach programs.[[{"type":"media","...
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May 3rd, 2013
Celebrate Mother’s Day – Sonoma Wine Country StyleSONOMA COUNTY, CALIF. — In Sonoma County, moms are important. To prove that, here are ideas on how to indulge your mom, while she celebrates...
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April 25th, 2013
SONOMA COUNTY, CALIF. — From the 1914 Salomy Jane and 1915 Bronco Billy Anderson productions to modern classics The Birds, Peggy Sue Got Married, and American Graffiti, Sonoma County has long been a...
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April 23rd, 2013
New tours, wineries, art installations are what’s new in Sonoma CountySONOMA COUNTY, CALIF. — The new trend in Sonoma County is to capture all that Wine Country has to offer in one location. Two new...
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April 15th, 2013
SONOMA COUNTY, CALIF. — Sonoma County Tourism certified its 500th tourism ambassador, six months ahead of schedule.Randy Johnson, owner of Getaway Adventures, earned the 500th Sonoma County Certified...
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February 15th, 2013
SONOMA COUNTY, CALIF. - Sonoma County Tourism (SCT) received three gold Adrian Awards from Hospitality Sales and Marketing Association International (HSMAI) for achievements in marketing and public...
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February 6th, 2013
SONOMA COUNTY, CALIF. – At its annual meeting on Wednesday, Sonoma County Tourism reviewed its 2012 accomplishments, unveiled plans for 2013, publically relaunched the new and improved SonomaCounty....
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February 1st, 2013
SANTA ROSA, CA – Sonoma County Tourism (SCT) has launched the Winter/Spring promotional campaign, called “Sonoma Sneakaway,” to encourage overnight visitation to Sonoma County during the slower...
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January 31st, 2013
SONOMA COUNTY, CALIF. – Offering great deals on Wine Country getaways in Sonoma County, Sonoma Sneakaway offers more than 100 specials for visitors coming to Sonoma County this spring.Launched Feb. 1...
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January 28th, 2013
SONOMA COUNTY, CALIF. – New beverages are added to the extensive menu of award-winning wines in Sonoma County, including a growing craft beer trend with new brewpubs, microbreweries, and specialty...
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January 14th, 2013
SONOMA COUNTY, CALIF. – Beyond grapes and wine, Sonoma County is home to several small-production distilleries. More distilleries are slated to open in 2013.Sonoma Valley Portworks 613 2nd Street...
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January 4th, 2013
Couples seeking the romance of a Wine-Country getaway can fall in love with Sonoma County’s vineyards, redwoods, and coastline this Valentine’s Day.The diverse destination has it all; ranging from...
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January 4th, 2013
SONOMA COUNTY, CALIF. – Sonoma County Restaurant Week, Wine Country’s tastiest time of the year, will be held March 18-24 and will feature a wide variety of restaurants and culinary options that...
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December 20th, 2012
SONOMA COUNTY, CALIF. – Sonoma County’s northern Pacific coastline is still open for visitors to explore despite early December storms that closed a portion of Highway 1, which is expected to open to...
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December 19th, 2012
SONOMA COUNTY, CALIF. – Sonoma County Tourism’s staff has expanded to include two new positions – director of international sales and advertising traffic coordinator; and also, a new accountant has...
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December 7th, 2012
Sonoma County, CA – Sonoma. Sonoma. Sonoma. Even experienced travelers can be confused over the fact there are three geographic areas that share the same name: The town of Sonoma, the popular wine...
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November 27th, 2012
SANTA ROSA, CA, NOVEMBER 30, 2012 – Home to America’s finest wineries and artisans, California’s Sonoma County vintners and retailers are opening their doors and making it easy for holiday visitors...
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November 20th, 2012
SONOMA COUNTY, CALIF. - As you discover all that Sonoma's wine country has to offer, you may stumble upon a surprise treat: Beer.A well-known adage among the vintners is that it “takes a lot of good...
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November 7th, 2012
SONOMA COUNTY, CALIF. - Sonoma County embodies the genuine, natural, and authentic life that typifies Wine Country, with more than 370 wineries, miles of rugged Pacific Ocean coastline, and some of...
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October 22nd, 2012
SONOMA COUNTY, CALIF. - Sonoma County, Calif., was named the top wine destination in the U.S. by TripAdvisor’s Travelers’ Choice Awards.According to TripAdvisor, award winners were determined based...
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October 16th, 2012
New tasting rooms, spas, art are new reasons to visit Sonoma CountyIn Sonoma County, the air is getting crisper, the mornings foggier, and the bursts of color in the vineyards and trees are...
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September 20th, 2012
Sonoma Wine Country, California -- Spread out. Kick back. Make yourself at home. There’s no question that these are three ingredients to an unforgettable vacation.While hotel stays often enable us to...
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September 4th, 2012
SONOMA COUNTY, CALIF. – Sonoma County Tourism Bureau, Sonoma County Winegrape Commission, and Sonoma County Vintners introduced a new Sonoma County brand mark, as well as a marketing campaign.“This...
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August 29th, 2012
SONOMA COUNTY, CALIF. – Land ho, Matey. With the recent America’s Cup competition and in anticipation of next year’s event, sailors and boating fans are invited to America’s premier wine, spa, and...
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August 29th, 2012
SONOMA COUNTY, CALIF. – Questions from visitors can sometimes be entertaining: “Is Sonoma County open on Tuesdays?” “Where can I find the white Zinfandel vineyards? I've never seen pink grapes.” “Do...
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August 15th, 2012
SONOMA COUNTY, CALIF. - From Applewood to Zazu, Sonoma County Restaurant Week, slated Feb. 27 - March 4, is serving up a heaping platter of dining options sure to tempt almost every palate and...
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August 13th, 2012
The initiative includes a new brand mark, a new marketing campaign, and information on how other Sonoma County organizations and businesses can use the new branding tools.Register at dontmissthemark....
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August 6th, 2012
Charles M. Schulz – Sonoma County Airport (STS) and Alaska Airlines will welcome the airline’s 1 millionth paying passenger to the airport on Tuesday, Aug. 7.Due to the complexity of reservations...
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July 24th, 2012
SONOMA COUNTY, CALIF. – There’s something so alluring about shopping on vacation: The thrill of the hunt for a bargain; the crafty little bag that’s one of a kind; the watercolor that’s so delightful...
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July 11th, 2012
SONOMA COUNTY, CALIF. – Sonoma Wine Country is famous for world-class wines and some of the best food in America. But winegrapes are only six percent of the total area of this diverse region that...
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July 10th, 2012
Santa Rosa Wine Trail, a sculpture exhibit at Paradise Ridge Winery, and a new restaurant – Glen Ellen Star – set the stage for an active summerSONOMA COUNTY, CALIF. – Hot days and cool nights create...
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July 3rd, 2012
Declare your independence from “just so-so” vacations and discover the authentic, adventurous, and genuine nature of Sonoma County and its people.Sonoma County, located less than two hours from...
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June 15th, 2012
SONOMA COUNTY, CALIF. June 21, 2012 – If those who equate the end of the Mayan calendar with the end of the world are correct, travelers have until December 21, 2012 to live it up. Towards that...
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June 15th, 2012
TWEET IT! ~ Sip, Savor & Stay at @InsideSonoma this #summer with diverse packages and events! SONOMA COUNTY, CALIF. June 15, 2012 – This summer visitors to Sonoma County can savor the flavors and...
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May 31st, 2012
Sonoma County, CA— Sonoma County will now have three flights from Los Angeles non-stop to Sonoma County Airport (Charles M. Schulz Sonoma County Airport- STS), with the third flight starting...
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May 23rd, 2012
SONOMA COUNTY, CALIF. – Spending by visitors in Sonoma County increased 9 percent from 2009 to 2010, according to data released by the California Travel and Tourism Commission.In the same period, the...
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May 22nd, 2012
Direct air service is available to the Charles M. Schulz – Sonoma County Airport (STS), named after long-time Santa Rosa resident Charles M. Schulz (creator of the “Peanuts” comic strip).Begin your...
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May 8th, 2012
SANTA ROSA, CALIF. – Sonoma County Tourism Bureau will host two education forums for tourism-based businesses, replacing the organization’s annual Trends in Tourism forum.“You asked and we answered...
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April 17th, 2012
SONOMA COUNTY, CALIF. – You walk down the "aisle" among the vineyard rows. Guests at your reception dance to the rhythm of the ocean waves pounding the coast. Your "chapel" is nestled within a canopy...
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April 17th, 2012
Influential wine tourism professionals will meet in Sonoma County Nov. 14-15, for the second annual Wine Tourism Conference.Registration is now open for the event, which will take place Nov. 14-15 at...
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April 17th, 2012
Influential wine tourism professionals will meet in Sonoma County Nov. 14-15, for the second annual Wine Tourism Conference.Registration is now open for the event, which will take place Nov. 14-15 at...
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April 17th, 2012
Less than an hour north of San Francisco is some of the best bicycle routes, not only in Northern California, but in the world.Just ask the 16 professional cycling teams that will compete in the...
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April 17th, 2012
Red wine, redwoods and the Father of the Golden Gate BridgeStarting: Petaluma, Calif., located 30 miles north of the Golden Gate BridgeWhen “Father of the Golden Gate Bridge” Frank Doyle was born in...
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April 17th, 2012
Sonoma Wine Country isn’t the kind of place to show off its luxury and wealth. This isn’t the place to be seen, but rather the place to be.Sure, Hollywood celebs and the international elite come to...
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April 16th, 2012
SONOMA COUNTY, CALIF. – There’s something so alluring about shopping on vacation: The thrill of the hunt for a bargain; the crafty little bag that’s one of a kind; the watercolor that’s so delightful...
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April 12th, 2012
Westside Road Wineries Association, a sculpture exhibit at Paradise Ridge Winery, and a new look and menu for the Glen Ellen Inn set the stage for an active springSONOMA COUNTY, CALIF. - Late spring...
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April 9th, 2012
Explore Sonoma County for Earth DayCelebrate Earth Day by getting out in nature and exploring a corner of Sonoma County you haven’t visited before.With more than 1,500 square miles, there’s bound to...
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April 9th, 2012
Event will focus on tourism and the local economy Sonoma County, CA – The Sonoma County Lodging Association is hosting the first-ever Sonoma County Supervisor candidate forum to discuss "Sonoma...
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March 29th, 2012
SONOMA COUNTY, CALIF. – Sonoma County Tourism Bureau hires, promotes staff to key positions.“It’s always been our goal to build the most dynamic, professional staff in destination marketing,” said...
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March 28th, 2012
With the announcement by Alaska Airlines of new non-stop service between Sonoma County and San Diego, elected officials and business leaders in the North Bay are working to create close ties between...
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March 19th, 2012
Sonoma County, Calif. — Sonoma County, Calif., produces some of the most amazing wines in the world. Travel writers are able to taste it first hand as the Sonoma County Tourism Bureau offers a bottle...
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March 1st, 2012
SONOMA COUNTY, CALIF. - Sonoma County Tourism Bureau received two gold Adrian Awards from Hospitality Sales and Marketing Association International (HSMAI) for achievements in marketing and public...
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February 16th, 2012
Lodging, wine, spa specials awaitSneak away to Sonoma Wine Country for a fantastic getaway. You can be enjoying dinner in a world-class wine region in less time than it takes to drive to the airport...
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February 15th, 2012
SONOMA COUNTY, CALIF. – Award-winning chefs Duskie Estes and John Stewart have one more accolade – the first recipients of the Sonoma County Tourism Champion award.The award, given by Sonoma County...
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February 14th, 2012
Sonoma County is known for its award winning wines, luxury inns, romantic honeymoon vacations, and, yes, as the perfect place for an unforgettable fun-filled family vacation.With its exceptional...
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February 9th, 2012
SONOMA COUNTY, CALIF. – At its annual meeting on Thursday, Sonoma County Tourism Bureau rolled out a new tourism ambassador program designed to enhance visitors’ experiences, announced its Meeting...
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February 9th, 2012
Though they are separated from each other by the Pacific Ocean and a delightful, 14-hour flight, Australia and Sonoma County have a lot in common. Winemakers from Australia work in Sonoma County,...
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February 2nd, 2012
Delightful beaches, rugged mountains, friendly locals, a devotion to agriculture and the occsasional misfortune of being confused for their more well-known neighbors: California’s Sonoma Wine Country...
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January 30th, 2012
Sonoma County, CA— Sonoma County will now have three flights from Los Angeles non-stop to Sonoma County Airport (Charles M. Schulz Sonoma County Airport- STS), with the third flight starting...
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January 26th, 2012
SONOMA COUNTY, CALIF. - While there’s always something new to experience in Sonoma County, 2012 promises to delight visitors with the much-anticipated opening of a world-class music venue, the return...
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January 23rd, 2012
SONOMA COUNTY, CALIF. - Sonoma County Tourism Bureau and Alaska Airlines have joined forces to create a travel promotion geared toward boosting visitation and ridership to Sonoma County during the...
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January 23rd, 2012
SONOMA COUNTY, CALIF. - The next time you wing your way to Sonoma Wine Country, fly direct and you can bring a case of wine home with you for free.Wine Flights, a joint program of Alaska Airlines and...
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January 17th, 2012
TWEET IT: Love-Struck this #Valentine’sDay? #SonomaCounty has the cure with #romance packages!SANTA ROSA, CA. January XX, 2012 – Couples seeking the romance of a wine-country getaway can fall in love...
