#exploreKelowna Blog

Your guide to the best Okanagan experiences for visitors and locals

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Darby Svendsen
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Darby Svendsen

Meet Darby, a devoted foodie, arts enthusiast, and travel lover with a deep appreciation for all things local. As the Social Media & Content Lead at Tourism Kelowna, Darby combines her passion for storytelling with a love for the Okanagan, sharing unique experiences through engaging content and creative writing. Connect with her on LinkedIn.

A Festive Family Holiday in Kelowna with Ashley Kizito

The holiday season in Kelowna has a special kind of magic, especially when experienced together as a family. Downtown streets glow with festive lights, familiar holiday stories come to life on stage, and the lakefront takes on a calm, wintry charm that invites you to slow down and savour the moment…

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Meet our #exploreKelowna Creators: Vanessa Giles

If you’re ever in need of dining inspiration, a new local event to check out, or just a feel-good story told through food, Vanessa Giles, aka @foodiegirlvee, has you covered. From hidden gem cafés to winery dining with lake views, Vanessa’s content brings Kelowna’s culinary and community experiences to life with warmth, personality, and serious foodie flair…

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Meet our #exploreKelowna Creators: Tristin Bailey

If jaw-dropping landscapes and golden hour magic are your kind of thing, chances are you've already admired the work of Tristin Bailey. His photography and videography stop you mid-scroll, pulling you into the raw beauty of the Okanagan through dramatic mountain backdrops, glassy lake reflections…

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Meet our #exploreKelowna Creators: Yolanda Rodriguez

Ever scrolled through your feed and thought, "Where is this place and how do I get there right now?" If Kelowna’s charm has ever stopped you mid-scroll, you might already be following Yolanda Rodriguez. As a born-and-raised local and the creator behind @discovering_kelowna, she’s putting a fresh…

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