With its lakeside location in the heart of BC’s wine country, Kelowna is the place to go for fresh, local food and some of the province’s best wines. In the summer months, the city’s beaches and waterfront parks are bustling, and colourful, fragrant orchards are a treat for the senses. For a commanding view of Kelowna, Okanagan Lake, local vineyards, and the surrounding mountains, head to Knox Mountain and make your way to the summit, 300 metres (985 feet) above the lake. Photo by Tanya Goehring