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Kelowna
On getawaybc.com each city’s attractions, activities and events are yours to discover. Below you’ll find the latest articles posted in the region. For a local calendar of events click here or to find local businesses click here.
Fintry Queen
Thursday, July 31st, 2008 by GetawayBC.com
Seeped in history and the pride of Lake Okanagan since 1948, the Fintry Queen set sail again in the summer of 2008. Come on board and enjoy a scenic lunch or dinner cruise, or a romantic moonlight cru
Paul’s Tomb hike
Thursday, July 31st, 2008 by GetawayBC.com
A great hike for the whole family. Access the trail from Knox Mountain Park and marvel at the beautiful views, wildflowers and vegetation. Remember to keep on the trails and take only pictures – leave
Rotary Marshes in Waterfront Park
Thursday, July 31st, 2008 by GetawayBC.com
Take a walk on the wild side… or at least as close as you can from downtown Kelowna. See waterfowl in their natural habitat at Rotary Marshes in Waterfront Park. If your timing is right you may be l
Sports Fans
Thursday, July 31st, 2008 by GetawayBC.com
The Okanagan Sun are the boys of summer in Kelowna. See if you can catch at least one of their 5 home games at the Apple Bowl. Visit www.okanagansun.org for the game schedule. And when the season turn
Carmeli’s Goat Cheese Artisan
Thursday, July 31st, 2008 by GetawayBC.com
Visit Carmeli’s Goat Cheese Artisan, a family dairy boutique, and say CHEESE! With a wide variety of hand-crafted goat-milk cheeses, it’s something new for your tastebuds. Their goat milk gelato is o
William R. Bennet Bridge
Thursday, July 31st, 2008 by GetawayBC.com
The newest jewel in the crown of Kelowna, the William R. Bennet Bridge spans the lake magnificently. Drive it or walk it, we’re proud of our new bridge and we hope you’ll enjoy crossing it whenever yo
Visitor Info Centre
Wednesday, July 30th, 2008 by GetawayBC.com
First stop for anyone visiting Kelowna for the first time, the Visitor Info Centre is located at 544 Harvey Avenue. The friendly, helpful staf and a huge selection of maps and brochures can help you
Mission Creek Park & Greenway
Wednesday, July 30th, 2008 by GetawayBC.com
Located along Springfield Road, it’s an oasis in the shade on a hot summer’s day. With plenty of parking, a huge playground, picnic areas, xeriscape garden, EECO centre, salmon spawning and access to
Kelowna Farmers and Crafters Market
Wednesday, July 30th, 2008 by GetawayBC.com
Peruse local arts, crafts and food at the Kelowna Farmers and Crafters Market every Wednesday and Saturday from 8 am until 1 pm. New in 2008 is the Thursday evening market from 4-8 pm. The largest far
Knox Mountain
Wednesday, July 30th, 2008 by GetawayBC.com
Kelowna’s iconic mountain destination is a must to visit again and again, with its two panoramic lookout points, trails for hiking or biking and picnic spots that’ll accommodate intimate escapes or fa