Accessible Winter Fun in Kelowna
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Sunshine and beaches. Those are two of the first things people associate with Kelowna, but there are plenty of fun (and accessible) things to do here in the winter too…
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Sunshine and beaches. Those are two of the first things people associate with Kelowna, but there are plenty of fun (and accessible) things to do here in the winter too…
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When the temperature in Kelowna reaches the late twenties/early thirties, most people grab their sunscreen and their towels and make a beeline for the beach…
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While spending a day at the beach can help you unwind and relax, moving your body through physical activity can leave you feeling reinvigorated and ready to take on the world. As you explore Kelowna’s outdoor playground, you’ll find it full of fun and interesting places where you can connect with your physical side…
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Kelowna may be known for being a four season playground, but if you use a mobility aid like my wife Cara (a t6 paraplegic), you’ll quickly notice it’s also one of the most accessible cities to visit in the province…
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When Andrea Weeks wrote a post about travelling with disabilities for her friends’ accessibility blog and shared it on social media, she never dreamed it would lead to a gig as a content creator for Tourism Kelowna…
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I learned how to ride a regular two-wheel bike as a kid, but ditching the training wheels hasn’t been as easy for my son, who has autism…
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An accessible adventure is easy in Kelowna. Everything from wineries to restaurants and even hikes are possible for those with varying abilities. …
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The Okanagan has been known as a winter wonderland for many years. Mild winters bring small amounts of snow to the valley bottom, but huge amounts of champagne powder to the ski hills…
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Everyone has the opportunity to enjoy Kelowna, both able-bodied people and those with diverse abilities or physical impairments. Kelowna is accessible to all…
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“Good job, Bennett! Those are some great turns!” exclaims Steve, my son’s ski instructor, at the bottom of the bunny hill at Big White Ski Resort…
Tourism Kelowna would like to thank Westbank First Nation and Okanagan Indian Band for the privilege to live, work, and play on the tm̓xʷúlaʔxʷ (land), that is the unceded and traditional territory of syilx Okanagan peoples, the original stewards of these lands and to whom we give thanks to as our hosts