Kelowna is a city situated in Okanagan Valley of British Columbia, Canada. This city is ranked as the 22nd largest metropolitan area in Canada. It is bordered with Lake Country and then Vernon to the north, Peach land to the southwest and Summerland to the south. Neighborhood areas include West bank, Fintry, Big White, Lake Country and Rutland.
Being a tourist destination, it provides employment for most people in Kelowna. During summer, tourists can enjoy certain sports activities like golf, hiking and biking. In winter, both Alpine Skiing and Nordic skiing are favorite activities. Some popular skiing and snowboarding resorts are Big White Ski resort, Silver Star ski resort, Crystal Mountain, Apex ski resort and Mount Baldy Ski resort. Other major attractions include waterfront Park and City Park. Both parks provide good water views and are ideal for casual walks and viewing the waterfront.
There are various wineries that have received international recognition. Mission Hill Estate Winery is one of the notable vineyards in the area. There is a beautiful BC (British Columbia) Wine Museum that tells about the culture and history of wine industry in British Columbia. Wine festivals start in January and ends in October. There are over a dozen wineries to Kelowna is also home for Sun-Rype, a popular manufacturer of fruit juice and snacks.
Many tourists visit this place due to its excellent weather and urban amenities which make it a perfect setting for vacation, meeting, event or retreat. Okanagan Valley is a paradise for outdoor enthusiasts. Tourists can easily reach this place through road or by air; it is just four hour drive from Vancouver or seven hours from Calgary through the scenic Canadian Rocky Mountains. You can reach directly to Kelowna through flight from Vancouver, Calgary, Edmonton, Winnipeg, Seattle and Toronto. Major airlines that serve Kelowna include: Air Canada, West jet and Horizon/Alaska Airlines.
Tourists can stay in one of the resorts in Kelowna. In these resorts, tourists can enjoy food and snacks, as well as relax their body with the help of spa message. When you arrive at this place, you will forget all your worries and start enjoying. Other amenities provided in these resorts are air-conditioned gym, swimming pool, tennis courts, golf courses, windsurfers, children's playground etc.
You can do your shopping in Okanagan Valley at boutiques and shopping malls. Some famous malls are orchard Park Mall, Downtown Bernard Avenue and Pandosy Village. If tourists come in summer they can have fun because various festivals are conducted at this time. Center of Gravity is one of the largest multi-sports festivals in British Columbia. You can enjoy Kelowna's beaches with your friends. In total, there are nearly 9 beaches. You can find grass areas, shade, picnic areas and playgrounds in these beaches.
You can also enjoy your vacation by staying in any of the Kelowna resorts. Happy holiday!
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