Tourism

Penticton Peach Festival opens with Snowbirds and Skyhawks
PENTICTON – The Snowbirds are making an appearance in Penticton, just in time for the…

Vernon’s Predator Ridge to host prestigious World Travel Awards
VERNON – Predator Ridge Resort in Vernon will be the first of three Thompson-Okanagan venues…

Decaying Lake Okanagan Resort loses chance for rebirth
KELOWNA – Efforts to kickstart the rebirth of the decaying Lake Okanagan Resort has been…

iN wine: Vernon food tours shine spotlight on city’s culinary culture
VERNON – Foodies in Vernon now have the chance to experience some off-the-menu items at…

Thompson-Okanagan hosted almost 10 million tourists in 2018
The Thompson-Okanagan hosted over nine-and-half million tourists for an overnight stay last year. New data…

Okanagan Rail Trail’s popularity means tour buses must drop off elsewhere
COLDSTREAM – With over 110,000 cyclists and pedestrians having already used the Okanagan Rail Trail…

Celebrate the holidays Okanagan Valley-style with Winter Wine Events
OKANAGAN – Okanagan Valley wineries are getting in the holiday spirit with open houses, events,…

Predator Ridge loves Alberta and they want everyone to know it
VERNON – Predator Ridge Resort has a simple message it wants to share with its…

Okanagan Rail Trail already getting some upgrades
VERNON – The Okanagan Rail Trail is set for some upgrades that will give those…

Kelowna Tourism showcase adds hiring fair to annual event
KELOWNA – Tourism businesses in Kelowna will be offering job opportunities for the curious at…

Travel Penticton’s social media campaign effectively countered summertime smoky impressions
PENTICTON – A unique idea that encouraged tourism during last summer’s wildfires has put Travel…

Thompson Okanagan Tourism Association recognized by United Nations body
The year just past has been a good one for the Thompson Okanagan Tourism Association.…

Coyote Cruises seeking long-term park lease to attract new investment
PENTICTON – A request to tie up Penticton city parkland for two decades has Penticton…

Tourism related revenues continue to increase in Kamloops
KAMLOOPS – A $449 million sector continues to show successful growth in the tournament capital.…

Controversial tourism centre a huge hit in Kelowna
KELOWNA – Despite a lot of criticism prior to opening in June, the new Tourist…