Penticton

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The Spirit of Osoyoos, British Columbia

Sunday, January 10th, 2010 by Cheryl MacKinnon

A relaxing getaway to Canada’s only desert resort located in the spectacular South Okanagan region of British Columbia. Spirit Ridge Resort & Spa offers superb villa-style accommodations, contemporary dining, spa and golf. Fascinating First Nations history is explored at the adjacent Nk’Mip Cultural Centre with the award winning Nk’Mip Cellars offering views, wine tours and outstanding dining on the terrace.

Winter Wonderland

Wednesday, June 18th, 2008 by GetawayBC.com

Summerland winters are comfortably mild for outdoor fun offering easy access to nearby alpine and cross-country ski trails. Our central location between Penticton and Kelowna makes it a perfect choice

Summerland, a quaint town just 15 minutes north of Penticton on Highway 97, mixes

Monday, May 15th, 2006 by GetawayBC.com

On the rails

The Kettle Valley Railway is still going strong on a portion of maintained track in Summerland. The steam train takes you back in time to the heyday of mining and railways. Take a trip f

Car enthusiasts will gather for the must-see Annual Peach City Beach Cruise event in Penticton June 20-22, with hundreds of hot rods, antique and classic cars on display on Lakeshore Drive.

Monday, May 15th, 2006 by GetawayBC.com

Penticton’s 9th Annual Peach City Beach Cruise is set for June 26, 27 and 28 and will feature over 600 vehicles from western Canada, the northwest USA and as far away as Arizona and Texas. The fun ki

Dust off your blue suede shoes, the King of Rock n’ Roll has found a new place to dwell

Monday, May 15th, 2006 by GetawayBC.com

There will be no heartbreak as performers and fans check into Penticton for the annual Penticton Pacific Northwest Elvis Festival.

Each year the event gains more and more attention as some of the bes

Penticton boasts a full and varied list of lively festivals and extraordinary special events sure to delight no matter what time of the year you visit.

Tuesday, June 15th, 2004 by GetawayBC.com

May 14-18

12th annual Meadowlark Festival

Celebrate the unique wildlife habitat in Penticton and the South Okanagan with hundreds of other outdoor enthusiasts. For more information visit or call 492

Looking for the perfect place to play, get a tan or just relax?

Tuesday, June 15th, 2004 by GetawayBC.com

On the south end of the Penticton, Skaha Lake is always bustling with activity thanks to its cement boardwalk which follows the entire beachfront and passes by a number of vendors often set up alongs

Along with plenty of sun, sand and sights, Penticton also offers a great variety of fun alternative activities for everyone in the family.

Tuesday, June 15th, 2004 by GetawayBC.com

Overlooking Skaha Lake at the city’s south entrance, Okanagan Amusements provides visitors with a mix of indoor and outdoor activities making it the perfect choice in any weather.

Race your friends o

Beaches and fruit aren’t the only things to include in your visit to the South Okanagan.

Tuesday, June 15th, 2004 by GetawayBC.com

Whether you’re looking for bright and beautiful or eco and region friendly, there’s a colourful blossom for all eyes and noses.

Flowers appear all summer long throughout the city, whether it be at a

Penticton is the perfect base to explore the many surrounding communities.

Tuesday, June 15th, 2004 by GetawayBC.com

Despite being a centre with enough activities and events to fill an entire vacation, there is more to the South Okanagan than just the Peach City.

Naramata

Napa of the North is another name for th