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    Plans For New Sutton Place Hotels at YLW

    2022/10/20

      Kelowna International Airport (YLW) and The Sutton Place Hotels, a luxury hotel brand owned and operated by B.C. based Northland Properties Corporation, have announced development plans for a new luxury hotel at Kelowna International Airport. The Sutton Place Hotel Kelowna will be conveniently located adjacent to the terminal building, accessible for travelers to stay and explore the Okanagan Valley. “The Sutton Place Hotels are known for delivering exceptional guest experience,” says Sam Samaddar, Kelowna Airport director. “Their reputation will…

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    Hollypark Hotels Acquires Kelowna Property

    2022/07/14

      The Kanata Kelowna Hotel & Conference Centre on Harvey Avenue has been sold to Vernon-based Hollypark Hotels Corporation. The Kanata Kelowna Hotel & Conference Centre is a 190-room hotel with over 5,000 square feet of conference space. The hotel originally opened in 1993 with 120 rooms and underwent a 70-room expansion in a seven-storey tower and parkade in 2010. “We’re excited about acquiring this hotel in such a prime location in midtown Kelowna,” stated Sam Dhillon, Hollypark’s 35-year old…

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    Lynx Air Launches Flights to Kelowna

    2022/05/09

      Kelowna International Airport (Kelowna Airport) welcomed Lynx Air (Lynx) CEO Merren McArthur for an official ribbon cutting ceremony to celebrate Lynx’s launch of services to Kelowna in May. “We are proud to be the airline that links Canadians to wonderful destinations like Kelowna,” said Merren McArthur, CEO of Lynx.  “Whether you are traveling to catch up with friends and family, or to experience the natural beauty of the Okanagan region, Lynx will ensure a great flying experience for an affordable price.” Lynx is currently…

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  • Air Canada to launch new domestic regional routes starting July 2018

    2018/01/31

    Edmonton to Kelowna and Victoria Calgary to Comox Air Canada has announced it will begin new domestic regional non-stop flights on July 2, 2018.  Flights are now available for purchase along with introductory promotional fares at aircanada.com, via the Air Canada app and through travel agents. “We are pleased to offer new non-stop flights onboard our Bombardier Q400s between popular BC and Alberta cities as we continue to strategically expand our already extensive domestic network,” said Benjamin Smith, President, Passenger Airlines at Air Canada. “With the continued growth at several communities…

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  • WestJet increases service from Kelowna this winter

    2017/07/25

    Airline offers 23 more weekly flights for Okanagan travellers WestJet has announced more flights between Kelowna and Edmonton, Calgary and Toronto, effective November 2017. The additional service is part of the airline’s schedule for the winter of 2017-18 and represents a significant increase in flights from Kelowna International Airport. “WestJet is proud to be the largest carrier in Kelowna with more seats, flights and destinations than any other airline,” said Brian Znotins, WestJet Vice-President, Network Planning, Alliances and Corporate Development. “Increased service this winter…

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  • WestJet announces new routes

    2016/06/27

    Airline to offer seasonal, non-stop service connecting Hamilton and Edmonton, Winnipeg and Kelowna WestJet has announced new flights from Edmonton, AB, to Hamilton, ON, and Winnipeg, MB, to Kelowna, BC. Flights are available for sale as of Monday June 27, 2016, with service commencing July 28, 2016. “These are cities we presently serve yet don’t connect with non-stop flying,” said Bob Cummings, WestJet Executive Vice-President, Commercial. “These routes have been on our radar for a while now and with the busy…

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  • Four Points by Sheraton to debut in Kelowna, British Columbia

    2012/04/19

    Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. recently announced plans to introduce its rapidly expanding Four Points brand to Kelowna, British Columbia. Four Points by Sheraton Kelowna Airport will open in spring of 2013, just minutes from baggage claim. Owned by Argus Properties Ltd. and managed by Pacrim Hospitality Services, the newly constructed hotel will be the first Four Points hotel in Kelowna and the brand’s fifth in British Columbia. Four Points by Sheraton Kelowna Airport will feature 120 comfortable and stylish guest rooms, market-leading meeting facilities of 4,500 square feet, indoor pool, 24 hour fitness and all the other amenities that have made Four Points a favorite with travellers worldwide.

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    2011/11/01

    Natalie Lajoie didn’t have to look far when choosing a location for her company’s next meeting.In fact, she’d already been there. In her role as manager of conferences and special projects for Electro-Federation Canada, Lajoiewas first introduced to Kelowna five years ago. Impressed by its scenic lakeside location and ample meeting facilities, it didn’t take her long tofall in love with this bustling British Columbia community of more than 100,000 residents. She’s now confident the same will hold true for delegates…

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