January 26th, 2012 Posted by Summerland Waterfront
When you think of a Canadian winter a few images come to mind – blizzards, snow shovels, toques and hockey. While most of us like the sight of big fluffy flakes lazily falling to the ground and images of powdery white ski hills, we are not very enthusiastic when winter hits. We will admit that in Summerland we don’t feel the sharp winters that our fellow Canadians do. In fact it rarely drops below minus 5 – the operative word being “rarely”.
So when we are typically known as the place with the sought-after sun laden days of summer it is hard to confess that yes, winter happens in Summerland. Last week was one of those “rare” times when the temperature dropped. Just down Lakeshore Boulevard at the neighbouring park we saw the “rarest” of things – a crust of ice that met with the beachfront, granted it was snow covered too.
So this brought to mind that Summerland’s winter season is often overlooked. Summerland still averages great winter temperatures and the mountain areas that surround receive a hearty helping of snow. In fact, Apex Mountain Resort in Penticton has had 30 cm in the last 7 days contributing to a base of 175 cm. If skiing isn’t your favorite winter activity Apex has an outdoor rink, 1 kilometre ice skating loop which is lit at night, and a tube park. Another favorite winter activity is yes, you guessed it, savoring fine BC wine. Local wineries remain open year round and the off season often avails the opportunity to meet the Winemakers.
At the Summerland Waterfront Resort you can be as busy or as relaxed as you like. Getaway with the Couples Escape package including spa and dining. With rates starting from $69 per night it’s a great way to start the year and to celebrate winter. As much as we Canadians like to complain about winter, there are some great ways to enjoy it.
It’s that time of year when nature begins to tell us that the days are longer, the air and earth is warmer. Sleepy bulbs are now surfacing into vibrant tulips and the birds are certainly chirpier. We are excited in Summerland to be welcoming spring which means of course that summer is quickly next in line.
But it’s an awkward time when some people are confused about footwear choices. Their dilemna starts with the inner human conflict – the longing for summer vs the practicality of socks when the air is still a bit nippy. Well, us Summerlanders are here to tell you ….commit! Commit to summer and leave the socks at home. Consider it your way of celebrating that the season has officially arrived. In fact, if you like, you can pitch your socks in the bin when you arrive in the Lobby. It will be your homage to summer…afterall you will be in Summerland!
Very soon you will be laying out like a lizard on our new expanded pool deck or cruising the Okanagan lakefront in one of the new wave runners. Or plug your ipod into your suite’s new docking station and listen to you favorite tunes on the patio while you look out and watch the sweet days of summer.
We’ve got some incredible pre-summer getaway rates at 50% off available to those who subscribe to our newsletter.
April 01 is tomorrow and if you haven’t already been plotting on how you can ”get” someone…try this. Tell your loved one that you are heading to Summerland for a weekend of dining indulgence, personal pampering and R&R at the Okanagan’s most tranquil resort. Of course, they will think you’re fooling. Well, if you are the 100,000 person this April to dine at Local Lounge • Grille then you’ll win a $100 Local gift card, a $100 Beyond Wrapture gift card and a $100 Summerland Resort gift card…and my friends…that’s no fooling.
Summer is here and a great way to spend a hot summer’s day is on Lake Okanagan. Whether you’re interested in boating, wakeboarding, water skiing, jet skiing or kayaking, Summerland Waterfront Resort and SWR Boat Rentals have everything you need to enjoy your time on the Lake. For more information on watercraft rentals click here ».
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et with the beachfront, granted it was snow covered too.
