March 24, 2007 | Tips from Travellers >
Nakusp, Camping
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Found this pretty park on the way to Nakusp, the photo is our view of the lake from our own campsite beach. Our camping neighbours had planned to stay only overnight, the doorstep fishing had kept them there for 5 days! Our overnight turned in to two nights (and we still didn't want to move on)
Here is how the Parks web site describes Summit Lake:
Appropriately named, Summit Lake Provincial Park is a fishing
destination, located at the height of land on Highway 6,
between the communities of Nakusp and New Denver. The Nakusp
Range of the Selkirk Mountains rises 500 metres above the
lake, providing a magnificent backdrop to the many recreational
opportunities provided by this small, roadside park. Situated
on a point of land and mostly surrounded by water, campers
feel the illusion of being on an island, offering a unique
camping experience
March 23, 2007 | Tips from Travellers >
Salmon Arm, Sightseeing Tours
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I work for cp rail and while working i had to take a picture of the beautiful trees
March 23, 2007 | Tips from Travellers >
Kelowna, Farms & Markets
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There's nothing quite like lavender to relax your mind and body. If you're in Kelowna May through September, then you have an opportunity to walk among fields of lavender, to read about its medicinal effects, to pick your own or browse through the lavender shop on site at the Okanagan Lavender & Herb Farm in Kelowna. The fragrance of lavender permeates the whole area, and there's a tranquility about the place.
March 23, 2007 | Tips from Travellers >
Kelowna, Dining
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One of the great things about a vacation is the leisurely breakfast. One of Kelowna's breakfast
institutions is the Bohemian Bagel located at 524 Bernard Ave just east of Ellis Street. This is a fun and spunky restaurant with a great breakfast atmosphere, serving up everything from dreamy eggs benny to super healthy granola with fresh fruit. Their toast is terrific (all their bread is made fresh on site). This is a popular breakfast spot for local Kelownians, and has been for quite some time.
March 23, 2007 | Tips from Travellers >
Kelowna, Wineries & Vineyards
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With 14 wineries in the Kelowna area, most of us have to pick only a handfull per day to visit - especially if we swallow the mouthfull of wine in a tasting more often than we spit it out! Sure, the seasoned wine lover knows that it increases your stamina for winery visits if you don't actually drink the wine that you taste, but most of us can't bear the thought of not drinking at least some of the wine in our glass! And if we have a designated driver, then why not? But when wine touring in Kelowna, be sure to incorporate some of that fabulous food that the Okanagan grows and serves up. Many wineries have their own restaurants and the cuisine is fabulous!
But for this entry, I wanted to tell you about Carmelis Goat Cheese Farm, just a short drive further south from the city from CedarCreek Estate Winery. It's the best "cheesy" attraction in Kelowna! The other good news is that incorporating a little cheese tasting into your winery tour will help to expand your wine tour stamina and energy. At Carmelis, over 20 varieties of goat cheese are expertly crafted right on site, with farm tours available to those who book in advance, and cheese tasting in their shop for drop in visitors. The cheeses are specialty items for Kelowna, so be sure to bring some home as a souvenir (even if you devour it soon after you return!). Or you may just want to serve it up with some area wine once you get back to your accommodations - just pick up a baguette at a local bakery, some fruit at a fruit stand or orchard, and your special Kelowna picnic is all set!
March 22, 2007 | Tips from Travellers >
Kaslo, Sightseeing Tours
This picture is the outflow from the duncan dam, the valleys are beautiful up by kaslo, the camping at Glacier campground, and the backroads for the adventurist, there's alot to be seen.
March 21, 2007 | Tips from Travellers >
Summerland, Sightseeing Tours
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Enjoy a panoramic breathtaking view of the Okanagan valley from this off the road secret lookout. You can get there from Summerland (halfway between Kelowna and Penticton) and drive up most of the mountain by car on a winding road. The last 30 minutes is a leisurely walk to the top of the mountain where you are rewarded by a 360 degree view of the Okanagan valley.
March 21, 2007 | Tips from Travellers >
Surrey, Sightseeing Tours
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Skytrain scenery
March 21, 2007 | Tips from Travellers >
Hope, Spas & Wellness
I've spent my past few birthdays now at Kw'o:kw'e:hala and they have been among my most magical yet! 2 years ago I visited on my own and I spent my birthday hiking the Hope-Nicola Valley Trail with Sue. My most recent birthday I brought my boyfriend (now fiancee) to Kw'o:kw'e:hala with me and we spent the day lounging about in our cabin reading books and listening to the rain on the roof. Both were truly different and perfect days!
The property has a wood-fired hot tub and a wood-fired sauna (both are amazing) and an outdoor shower and fire-pit (who doesn't love a good campfire!). It has it's own private beach and is very easy access to the spectacular Kettle Valley Railway Tunnels at Othello. It's very peaceful here, you are right on the river, and Sue is a fabulous cook! She has created a lovely garden so much of what you eat is very fresh.
Henry and Sue are wonderful hosts and great people and now friends. Kw'o:kw'e:hala offers a unique experience in a beautiful setting and is worth exploring for a week or weekend or anything in between.
March 21, 2007 | Tips from Travellers >
Nanaimo, Kayaking & Canoeing
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Here is a shot from Mudge Island, off of Nanaimo. There are a string of small islands scattered amongst the Southern Gulf Islands from Gabriola Island south....they offer some of the most beautiful kayaking and boating opportunties we have ever experienced! There are numerous anchorages and wonderful marina options throughout these small islands and in downtown Nanaimo itself. Next time you visit Nanaimo on Vancouver Island, I strongly recommend you get out on the water (by tour-boat or kayak) and discover some of the most spectacular scenery BC has to offer!