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Carla Bechard

Originally from Saskatchewan, Carla leads programs and partnerships on the Tourism Kelowna marketing team. Connecting with passionate Kelowna business operators and showcasing their stories through innovative marketing campaigns is her favourite thing about her role. Visiting the many wineries, breweries, restaurants, and trails in and around Kelowna with her dog is her favourite way to #exploreKelowna.

Plan Your Extended Stay in Kelowna: Get Outside Every Day

Sitting on the shores of Okanagan Lake and surrounded by mountains, Kelowna is the perfect place for those that want to spend time outdoors. The valley creates a microclimate, which means our autumn weather lasts longer and our winters are much milder than other parts of Canada. So, it’s time to start slotting outdoor adventures into your extended stay itinerary.…

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Plan Your Extended Stay in Kelowna: What You Need to Know

It’s time to start planning your extended stay in our four-season playground. In Kelowna, you'll find great weather throughout the year (with mild weather in the fall and winter), a variety of activity options, and plenty of amenities that will make your stay stress free! Here’s what you need to know to get started…

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5 Trail Safety Tips

Kelowna has many paths and trails to explore in and around the city. If you’re planning to explore our outdoor playground, be sure to review and follow these tips before heading out…

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Elevated and Private Wine Tasting Experiences in Kelowna

New health and safety protocols mean that many wineries have adapted their practices and have added new, intimate experiences to their roster of services available to guests. Below is a run-down of some of the exciting and fun experiences you can book to get more in-depth during next your wine tasting experience…

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It's Time to hit the (Extended) Patio!

To help businesses operate effectively and ensure proper physical distancing, the City of Kelowna, with the endorsement of the Downtown Kelowna Association, approved a temporary closure of Bernard Avenue to vehicle traffic beginning June 29, 2020, and running through to September 7, 2020…

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Some Good Kelowna News

One thing that has become clear during the past few months is that Kelowna is full of creative, generous, and caring people and businesses. In celebration of all the good deeds and fun initiatives that have and continue to happen, here is a handful of some good news we’ve come across…

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