News Items tag as: Okanagan tourism

Tourists following Google maps in Okanagan rescued after RV got stuck
July 11, 2024 - 3:30 PM
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A family of Dutch tourists had to be rescued by Central Okanagan search and rescue volunteers after their RV got stuck.
iN PHOTOS: Gondola project in North Okanagan takes big step forward
April 19, 2024 - 7:00 PM

The Okanagan Gondola project reveals a new rendering for its project as it received its final approval from the Regional District of North Okanagan. It is now advancing to the next phase of the project with hopes of being open in 2025.
Vernon's Sovereign Lake Nordic ski club spins millions into BC economy
February 15, 2024 - 4:30 PM

Vernon’s Sovereign Lake Nordic Club is a major economic driver in the region contributing $5.2 million to B.C.’s economy every year.
Vernon Gondola project to bring family-friendly fun back to Okanagan
October 23, 2023 - 2:37 PM

The Okanagan Gondola project is one step closer to approval.
South Okanagan town ranked among the friendliest in Canada
March 25, 2021 - 7:00 PM

An Okanagan town is among the Top 20 friendliest municipalities in Canada, according to Expedia.ca traveller reviews.
COVID-19 provides a boom and a bust for South Okanagan snowbird market
January 13, 2021 - 6:30 AM

COVID-19 restrictions are turning out to be a mixed blessing for the economy of the South Okanagan this winter as RV parks boom.
The Fintry Queen is looking to ferry passengers on Okanagan Lake once again
September 16, 2020 - 7:30 AM

When the Okanagan Lake Bridge opened in 1958, it was the death knell for the three ferries that plied the Narrows between Kelowna and Westbank.
iN PHOTOS: Check out these climbing spots around the Okanagan
August 20, 2020 - 6:30 AM

While rock climbing has long been a popular pastime, many enthusiasts may not realize how many unique and accessible climbing spots the Okanagan Valley has to offer.
South Okanagan e-bike tour company keeps rolling despite pandemic hit to tourism
August 09, 2020 - 8:30 AM

A South Okanagan tour company has found a way to stay in the saddle despite the tourism market being ravaged by restrictions brought by the COVID-19 pandemic.
Okanagan mayors lament weekend spike in visitors
April 13, 2020 - 7:00 PM

An influx of visitors was noticeable in several Okanagan and Similkameen tourist towns over the Easter long weekend, and it has local mayors wondering why people aren’t staying home.
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iN RESPONSE: Readers have their say
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West Kelowna farm selling thousands of apples after fruit packers closure
Paynter’s farm is staying open later into the season to help move thousands of pounds of apples from local farmers after the BC Tree Fruits Cooperative shut down earlier this year. Jennay Oliver, Paynter’s farm owner and operato

Penticton 'potio' smoking lounge blazing a trail for cannabis tourism
A dispensary in Penticton made its patio into a pot smoking lounge, and its success could turn a new leaf for the cannabis industry in the Okanagan. Back in February the BC government permitted smoking pot anywhere you’re allowed to s

Survey finds huge majority of British Columbians say homeownership now a luxury
A survey from Habitat for Humanity Canada shows 87 per cent of British Columbians view homeownership as a luxury. The online survey conducted by Leger for the non-profit asked 1,500 Canadians a range of questions about the housing cri

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