Local knowledge

Kelowna, the way we live it

Guidebooks give you the highlights. This is the short version — water, wine, trails, and the rest — with the real detail saved for when you're actually here.

— Suzanne

Seven things worth knowing about

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Turquoise water of Kalamalka Lake

Water

On the water

Everyone thinks I'm exaggerating about the colour until they see it. Kalamalka really does look like someone tipped turquoise paint into a lake — ten minutes away, no filter needed.

Vineyard overlooking Okanagan Lake

Winery

Wine country

Forty-ish wineries within a short drive, and I still haven't made it to all of them. Ask me for my current favourite — it changes with the season, and how I'm feeling that week.

An elegantly set dinner table

Dining

Where we eat

I've got opinions on this one. A patio for a lazy lunch, somewhere to dress up for, somewhere fast and good. Ask me when you get here — it depends on your mood that day anyway.

Two hikers crossing a Myra Canyon trestle bridge at sunset

Trails

Myra Canyon

Eighteen old railway trestles strung across the canyon, barely any real climbing involved — just walk and gawk. Bring your camera. Rent a bike if walking all eighteen sounds like a lot.

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Ask me anything

This page is just a starting point — the real guide is a conversation. Tell me what you're into and how long you're staying, and I'll put together a plan that actually fits your trip.

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