If you're considering taking up paragliding and reading through reviews to help make your decision—look no further. After extensive research on the best place in Canada to complete my P1 and P2 courses, all signs kept pointing back to Freedom Flight School. One phone call with Dave (the owner) sealed the deal for me, and I’ve had zero regrets since. I flew from Ontario to Lumby, BC in mid-June 2025, ready to dive into two full weeks of training. From the moment I landed in Kelowna and met Terry (one of the instructors), I felt completely welcomed and confident I’d made the right choice. Freedom Flight School offers an experience that’s truly immersive and authentic. The school’s property includes a large camping area, and I pitched a tent right on-site. There’s something incredibly special about sleeping under the stars while pursuing your passion—but fair warning: bring a warm sleeping bag, as nighttime temps in June can drop to around 10°C. The Pilots’ Lounge is a well-equipped communal space with couches, a fridge and freezer, BBQ, hotplate, microwave, coffee maker, and full kitchenware—everything you need to keep yourself fueled and comfortable. It overlooks the landing zone, where you can watch paragliders, hang gliders, and even small planes come in. The site also includes running water, clean washrooms, and a hot shower, making it a perfect setup for students and visiting pilots alike. The instructors? Incredible. Terry, Susan, Lorne, and Jerry—each brought their own style, expertise, and passion for the sport. A special thanks to all of you for sharing your knowledge with such patience and enthusiasm. And Dave—thank you for creating such a vibrant and supportive learning environment. The course progression felt natural and well thought out, each skill building on the last until the moment came for our first tows and eventual flights from Coopers. Your charisma and daily dedication don’t go unnoticed. During my stay, I was lucky enough to be there for the Lumby Air Races, a week-long event that brings together pilots from all over Canada. The camaraderie was amazing—we’d spend the evenings playing cards and board games, swapping stories about flying sites across BC. In the end, your choice is yours. But if you’re looking for a school that offers expert instruction, a welcoming community, and a chance to truly immerse yourself in the world of paragliding—choose Freedom Flight School.

My kids knew I always wanted to try kayaking, so for my birthday they got me Gift Certificate with Big Bear Tours! I contacted Ron and arranged a Kayaking tour down the Enderby river! It was amazing! Ron and his wife know their stuff! They even fed me! It was about a 3.5 hr paddle that was a great way to unwind! Can't recommend this company enough! Next I'm trying their Quad tour!

Beautiful beach with stunning views and pretty clear water. Not too crowded, safe as it’s shallow for a long stretch.Perfect place to relax and the pier is a great bonus

I had the pleasure of visiting Big White Ski Resort in mid-April, and despite it being the off-season, the experience was nothing short of magical. To my surprise, there was still a generous amount of snow covering the landscape, creating a stunning winter wonderland that looked straight out of a postcard. The views were absolutely breathtaking — snow-capped trees, endless white slopes, and a peaceful atmosphere that made the entire experience incredibly serene and picturesque. It was the perfect spot to take in the natural beauty of the mountains and enjoy some quiet time surrounded by nature. While many of the activities and services had wound down for the season, the charm of the place remained alive. The village itself is cozy and well-kept, and the fresh mountain air was incredibly refreshing. Whether you’re an avid skier or simply looking to enjoy stunning alpine scenery, Big White has something special to offer — even in the shoulder season. I can only imagine how lively and vibrant it must be during peak winter months! Highly recommend a visit to anyone who appreciates nature, mountain vibes, and a bit of quiet beauty. I’ll definitely be coming back!

My First Wine Tasting – What an Experience! This was my very first wine tasting and I couldn’t have asked for a better introduction. Tony was our wine advisor and he was absolutely fantastic—knowledgeable, friendly, and made the whole experience relaxed and fun. The wines were delicious (the whites especially!) and the setting overlooking the Okanagan Valley was stunning. Highly recommend Gray Monk if you’re new to wine tastings or just looking for a great time with amazing views and even better wines!

What a little gem of a location. I stopped in with my girlfriend and her family for a tasting. Everyone was so nice and the space was really cool. We tried the tasting and grabbed the cheese platter. Just to die for!! it really is the little touches that people add that make or break an experience. This place has a ton of charm and I can’t wait to come back again and see what they’ve got in the summer.

A view equal or better to all wineries in Okanagan. I think it's super interesting and a wonderful community event that they have a weekend market/craft fair for local crafts people. Hopefully it's repeated for several weekends over the summer because I thought it was brilliant. The wine is also well regarded from this establishment but true draw is the outside sitting and the view.

Make sure to save PLENTY of time to take it all in! We were on a tight schedule of the many things we wanted to do while in Kelowna from Alberta. But our greatest regret from the trip is not allowing more time at the kangaroo Farm. First of all, the amount of love, dignity and respect they show to the animals is why why the animals are also chill! It was a little bit pricey to get in for a family of six but worth every penny! Everyone from the adults to teenagers and toddler all had a wonderful time. They could have stayed there all day! But they do close at 3:00 p.m. so make sure that you keep that in mind. Most of the animal handlers were very friendly except for the bird guy.. he took his job a little too seriously. But once again care for the animal is their primary concern, which isn't the bad thing. All of the staff were knowledgeable and genuinely loved the animals. I think 4 hours would probably be a good amount of time to spend here. Just like most places, the snack stand is outrageously priced. But it's really nice that they supply little treats to feed the animals, for free. I know some zoos and such make you pay coins for treats. We had an absolute blast and would definitely go back!

There’s so much to say about this winery! The wines are great, leave you wanting more as well as the fun stories that come with each bottle. Let’s not forget the art and how it jumps out at you Carlota conducted our tasting and she was fantastic, very knowledgeable & answered all our questions. She was fun, lighthearted and playful with us. Her energy and enthusiasm for the wines helped make our tasting top tier!

Awesome experience taking our 12 & 15 year old nephew/niece there for the afternoon! We did the “big kid” high rope adventure course and zip lines. There are 6 different courses to choose from, some very challenging but all do-able! Definitely make time for the zip lines. We spent 3 hours there but it could have been more! Options to buy a few snacks, but I’d recommend packing something. There are places to have a picnic and eat. Washrooms too. There was a chance of rain/thunderstorm when we went and they said they would possibly have to close the course, but luckily they did not as the clouds stayed away. So, check the weather before you go. Owner and staff was very nice, albeit a little lax on safety (these were their words— referring to other staff that didn’t know/enforce some safety rules). Nonetheless it was a great day! Would recommend and return!

We recently visited Summerhill Pyramid Winery and while the experience started with a long wait, it was well worth it in the end. The winery was very busy, even though it wasn’t peak hours be prepared to wait if you are coming for a tasting, as it takes time to serve each party 4–5 glasses and give proper attention to the wine storytelling. Since the indoor tasting area was packed, we were redirected to the gazebo tasting room outside, which had a lovely setting. Still, we had to wait about 30 minutes as 2–3 groups were ahead of us. When it was finally our turn, we were served by the manager, Daniel (if I recall the name right), and he was absolutely fantastic. Despite being pulled in every direction, Daniel remained calm, warm, and engaging. He didn’t rush us at all he explained each wine thoughtfully, poured generously, and made the whole experience enjoyable and educational. He also didn’t pressure us to make any purchases, which we appreciated. In the end, we left with several bottles and a box of wine, including a few delicious ice wines. The wait was long, but the customer service and quality of wine made it worth it. Pro tip: If you’re planning a visit, try to arrive early in the day or on a weekday to avoid the peak crowd

This was by far one of my favorite events! The woman that did the tour was so knowledgeable. It just made it so interesting! Anything we asked her she seemed to know and would give us the explanation of what was going on. My grandmother lived in Greenwood and there was information all about being immigrants that first settled in Greenwood and how Greenwood came to be. Lots of information about Grand Forks and the indigenous people and the dukabor s.

What a wonderful meal and location. We had three courses and a wonderful bottle of wine. We sat outside and were at first worried it would be a bit cold but the heaters were perfect and we were offered blankets also but didn’t need these! View was such a wonderful bonus and music and atmosphere was great. Food was absolutely amazing and our waitress Paige was just wonderful, she was so kind, friendly and attentive, making some wonderful choices/recommendations for us on the wine and dessert. We spoke at the table about how lovely she was! Thank you Paige and Quails gate for a fantastic evening!

I take my friends and family who are visiting Kelowna for a wine tasting at CedarCreek every time, and it never disappoints. The view from the Aspect house is unbeatable, and the experience you get is above and beyond. Not to mention the wines and food pairings (for the food paired tasting) are absolutely perfect. I’ve gone a couple times and had Doug do my group’s tasting, and he’s so knowledgeable and makes the experience so enjoyable. Highly recommend a visit and tasting here!

This fabulous little museum gives a wonderful snapshot of the history of Greenwood from its founding as a city in 1897. From mining displays to saloons and everything in between. An excellent overview. The section on Japanese Canadian internment is also very well done. The $5 admission is well worth it.

What a wonderful market! So many different vendors to buy beautiful and interesting things! Loved that the market was easy to meander through. I stopped in at all the vendors who sold delicious baking and bought cinnamon buns, sour dough bread, blueberries, onions, jewelry, car freshener and so much more!! A must do if you are in the area. Bring a bag as you are going to need it!!

I emailed The Book Shop asking if they had an online inventory (they did not) and offered shipping (they do) and so to accomodate me, Tavis then spent the next long while patiently taking pictures of the spines of books of several different areas of interest and then provided a price list for every title I saw of interest (and I threw a lot of these at her!). Not only was the service extremely accomdating, friendly, and beyond helpful, but the product that arrived would be hard to beat! The books were all in like new, beautiful condition and they were also by far the BEST packed parcel of books I have ever recieved (and I've gotten LOTS!) ! Many thanks to Tavis and The Book Shop for all the time and effort and I look fowrard to doing it again!!

The staff were very knowledgeable and easy to engage. They were able to get us pointed in the right direction with many suggestions. If you want to know what's happening in Penticton they have all the answers!

Loco landing, an iconic park! So many things they offer now: -mini golf -monkey jumpers -bumper boats -go karts -rockwall -r/c boats -ropes course Prices are fair, fun for younger and older kids. Not a lot of shade available but they have misting stations around as well as a small concession with ice cream and cold drinks.

Beautiful beach setting with a walking path around. Clean sand. Lots of places for lounging. There are a couple slides in the water. This beach is the ending point for the Penticton channel (offered by Coyote Cruises) there is a large hidden current in where the channel meets the lake and it is *EXTREMELY DANGEROUS* stay out of the area. There is a nice playground steps away from the beach that offers two slides and a Small ropes course that can offer a challenge for kids ages 5 to 12. They have Beach volleyball court steps away from the parking lot. With year-round washrooms and change rooms available nearby. There is a Tickleberry's concession just beside the playground, so if you are not traveling into Okanagan Falls, you have the experience to visit in Penticton.

We had a really nice relaxing time. I ordered the wrong wine and the server said no problem and brought me another glass. The charcuterie board was perfect to share and the staff was so friendly and helpful. My husband and I love it there.

A hidden gem! Normally a small out-of-the-way brewery is a guessing game whether it’s going to have good beer or a reasonable ambiance. Well, come to Republic to strike it rich (yes, lame pun.)!!! The beer is cold and fantastic while the service is warm and very welcoming. We waited an hour for this place to open and after having tried the beer, I’d have waited way more than that!

Definitely wear shoes that you can walk up a hill covered in sharp rocks and pants not shorts. It takes some skill to figure out how to find the rocks with nice layers, and then tap them hard enough to split them along the seam but not shatter them. Many of the slabs are small, so it’s hard to get complete specimens. Overall a very cool experience. I’d definitely do this again if I lived close. Bring drinks and a hat if it’s sunny. Many of the people who go there regularly brought 5 gallon buckets to be able to move rocks to the tables if you’d rather not sit on the ground. The employees were also very helpful.

Jackson Triggs might be a large corporate winery, but their tasting room does not feel like it. We were lucky enough to have our tasting with Colleen, and it was one of the most enjoyable experiences I had during this weekend in the Okanagan. The wine knowledge she shared, blended with her guidance with the tasting made for an exceptional experience. Plus the winery itself is beautiful and well manicured.; great place to take some pictures!

We had our wedding at Covert Farms in June and would absolutely choose this venue again. It is naturally beautiful and provided the perfect laid-back yet refined rustic ambiance. Thank you Shelly and the team at Covert Farms for a wonderful wedding experience! The venue is spectacular and has a little bit of everything. The property is huge and provides many possible backdrops for first look, golden hour, and group photos. The outdoor ceremony site is surrounded by beautiful bluffs and the wooden benches for guests were lovely. We rented their trucks to transport guests from the ceremony to the reception as they're a few km away from each other. The reception area has lawn games and farm animals nearby (enjoyed by kids and adults alike). Dinner takes place under a beautiful wooden pavilion structure (with sturdy curtain “walls” to manage the wind), and the long wooden dinner tables are gorgeous. This area is lovely without much help from florals or decoration. The dance floor is uncovered (you could rent a tent) but luckily we had excellent weather. Many guests commented on how fantastic the wine was. My partner and I particularly love their Amicitia red wine. Shelly provided us an excel spreadsheet to keep all wedding-related items organized. She worked with us, our parents, wedding planner, and photographer to coordinate and answer our endless questions. There were one or two small miscommunications (to be expected given all the people involved) but everything got sorted out and went smoothly on the day of. We were very pleased with how it all came together and all the Covert staff were delightful on the wedding day. Thank you so much for hosting us!

Visiting the Desert Centre in Osoyoos was an incredible experience that I highly recommend to anyone exploring the area. It’s the perfect place to immerse yourself in the beauty and uniqueness of the desert environment while learning so much along the way. Walking along the boardwalk, we got an up-close look at fascinating desert wildlife, from rare plants to birds and small animals, all thriving in this unique ecosystem. It’s amazing to see how life adapts to the harsh desert conditions. The guided tour was very informative and engaging, offering deep insights into the region’s history, environment, and the traditional ways of life of the Indigenous peoples who have lived here for generations. What really stood out to me was how family-friendly the Desert Centre is. Kids will absolutely love it — between the interactive exhibits, the chance to spot wildlife, and the opportunity to learn about desert survival and culture, there’s so much to keep young visitors interested and excited. The staff and volunteers were incredibly knowledgeable and passionate, answering questions and sharing stories that made the whole experience even more memorable. If you're looking for an unforgettable desert adventure that's both educational and fun, especially for families, Desert Centre Osoyoos is the perfect place. It’s a must-visit destination that offers a rare glimpse into a beautiful and often overlooked part of Canada’s natural heritage.

We had an excellent wine tasting experience at Nk'Mip Cellars! The wines were outstanding—beautifully crafted with great variety and depth. The staff were welcoming and knowledgeable, making the whole visit even more enjoyable. A must-visit for any wine lover!

1000/10. Best winery I have genuinely EVER been to. Every time they said a different note or smell or taste in the wine, you could taste it very prominently. The owner was absolutely fantastic and gave so many details about the grapes and different wines. You could really tell they cared about the product they were selling and the experience you had. The property was fantastic, I felt like I was in a European Villa. Atmosphere, customer service, wine all 1000/10. The only way to get this wine is to get it shipped from them or to go to the winery directly. I highly recommend stocking up. Do yourself a favor and come here!

Bring your family, bring your friends! Osoyoos lake in the summers are super warm and beautiful 😍 ... oh, and also bring sunscreen, water and a hat? We come to Osoyoos for 2 weeks every year and just love it !! The lake can be busy with boats, seadoo's, paddleboards etc, but there is lots of room for all to play! There is usually a wibit, my kids love that!

Wonderful attraction. Great for any age. There's so much detail you could go three times and not see everything. The interactive sensors and scenes really help keep the little ones engaged. The whole setup can go into night mode and a thunderstorm too! There's funny little scenes hidden through out. Raunchy, accidents robberies, quaint little towns and rolling landscapes.