Kelowna in the Spring

Lakefront park in downtown Kelowna

We were happy to be home for three weeks, and then the travels started again.  Off we went to Kelowna in the Okanagan Valley, which is arguably one of the most beautiful areas of Canada.  There is also an abundance of fine local wine.  For us, one of the greatest attractions is the three grandchildren who live there with their parents, who we miss so much of the time. 

Grand Hotel Complex downtown Kelowna

While we enjoyed the sights of Kelowna, especially going for walks along the waterfront, we also went on an additional adventure with the whole family to Vancouver.   While driving through the mountains (early May) we saw a great deal of snow on the side of the road. The hotel where we stayed had a nice pool, hot tub and waterslide.  This was especially popular with the two boys, aged ten and seven.  We spent a fascinating day at the Vancouver Science World, where there is a great variety of interactive displays and activities for children, young and old. www.scienceworld.ca

The mountains in May

                                                           Having fun at Science World in Vancouver

Science World was fun for the whole family

John and son-in-law, Jeff enjoyed going out for a photo shoot, which they usually do when we are out that way.  They always manage to capture some of the overwhelming natural beauty of the area.

Hardy Falls, near Summerland, south of Kelowna

Pond at Lakefront Park

View of West Kelowna from St Hubertus winery

Those who follow this blog will recognize the “Flat Stanley” characters that went with us as we travelled around Europe in the fall and to Hawaii and Florida in the winter.  The two characters were made by the two boys from Kelowna, so they went home briefly.  They will be on the road with us again for our upcoming adventures.

Graham and Everett with their "Flat Stanley" figures at home

The stream through the park

Everett and Ava on a saucer swing at the park

Amazing sunset colours on the drive home from the park