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Destination BC is issuing a call for applicants to serve on its Tourism Marketing Committee (TMC) for a three-year term beginning February 1, 2016. Terms have expired for six members, one from each of BC’s tourism regions: Vancouver, Coast & Mountains; Vancouver Island; Thompson Okanagan; Cariboo Chilcotin Coast; Northern BC; …

“IT’S KIND OF LIKE PAINTBALL BUT WITH SWORDS.” KELOWNA – A weary band of Kelowna locals are the only thing standing in the way of a bloodthirsty and dangerous new collective called The Legion who are trying to take over the entire Thompson-Okanagan. The two groups met for the first …

Various highways that run throughout British Columbia’s Interior will be used in a pilot project to help reduce the number of weather-related collisions. Announced on Wednesday, December 2nd, a new provincial project will see to the installation of variable speed signs on sections of the Coquihalla, the Trans-Canada, and the …

Many of the Okanagan’s Wine Trails enjoyed record crowds this past weekend as they opened their doors to the winter season and the “Wonder of Winter” in Wine Country. Four of the regional groups including Kelowna’s Fab Five, Oliver Osoyoos Wine Country, Summerland’s Bottleneck Drive and the Okanagan Falls Winery …

Capacity has been increased on a busy flight between Kelowna, Prince George, and Terrace as demand continues to grow. Effective December 1st, Central Mountain Air will begin using a 37-seat Dash 8 aircraft. This will replace the current Beech 1900D which only had 18 seats. “We’re excited to increase travel …

As temperatures in the Okanagan dip below freezing, many are cursing Mother Nature while wineries are excited for the cold temperatures. The Icewine Harvest has officially begun as six wineries have braved the cold temperatures to pick the liquid gold from the vines. Wineries north of Penticton, east of Kelowna …

The 2016/2017 Destination BC Marketing Plan is now available directly from Destination BC. There is a “lite” version of this plan which is available to download directly from their corporate website at strategy.destinationbc.ca. If you would prefer the more detailed plan you can request your copy by emailing [email protected]. Within …

It’s c-c-cold this week in the Okanagan, which is g-g-good for icewine. Employees of wineries up and down the Valley bundled up and jumped into action as the mercury dipped below -8 C. Icewine can only be made from grapes that are still frozen on the vine, which causes the …

The latest tourism numbers from Statistics Canada shows that B.C. had a very strong summer tourist season. International visitors are up 7.6 per cent to date in 2015 compared to 2014. This represents an additional 290,532 visitors coming to B.C. Visitor visits were also up in September this year compared …

Learning to backcountry ski can be a significant challenge for even the most seasoned of outdoor adventurers.  Specialized gear, proper preparation, as well as practical and technical knowledge is essential to begin skiing in the backcountry safely and efficiently. AT 101 has been developed specifically to introduce new skiers into …