Top 5 Things to do in Kelowna!

[@joannawangletnick]

The best video I have ever seen for introducing kelowna. Great job!

[@Noahvde]

Thanks Joanna!

[@tristanhanson1865]

I agree! Also new here and love it

[@Noahvde]

@@tristanhanson1865 Thanks Tristan!

[@jasonasahara8680]

Agreed. I was just visiting 3 weeks ago from Los Angeles, and wish I saw this video before I came

[@quintinmcleod2195]

I live in Kamloops

[@micahhelland2619]

You’ll have to do a follow up video in the summer 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@Noahvde]

Oh forsure!!

[@misspriscilla2003]

I agree!! 👍👍

[@adrianchatelaine4857]

If you haven't been to rattle snake point cliff jumping in summer on kalamalka lake your missing out big time

[@Noahvde]

Ready for the summer months!!

[@kellyjplante71]

I was there last summer and will be back 👍

[@sethgauthier4260]

adrian chatelaine omg my favourite place to go in the summer

[@katesharpe6657]

Why does that sound so heavily Canadian too me

[@nova_rainbowflare2938]

Ikr!

[@mfbj1]

I am from Europe and I recently did a road trip through western-Canada. I saw this town on the map and I didn't really think much of it, seemed like any other town, however, I was longing for a break, thus I decided to make a stop. In the end, I am super glad I did. Given that the city is indeed incredible.

[@CrrrashnnBurrrn]

Kelowna is a city not a town lol

[@gabbytaylor13]

I was born and live in Kelowna and I haven’t seen my city portrayed like a nice vacation spot before. It’s just felt boring cause I’ve already done everything here and I see it every day lol 😂😂

[@rickysingh616]

Would it be somewhere you'd recommend moving to?

[@HowdyItLovll]

I live near Dallas, TX and besides buying random crap, there's nothing to do here. Even though I know Texas is a great place to start a family and get a job, I want to move to Canada because there's no nature here in Texas. It's just oak, sand, rocks, and dead bushes

[@Costudioca]

Tell me that! I'm in PG is way more boring

[@gamble8008]

@@HowdyItLovll Then move somewhere better than Canada like Colorado, Utah, Montana, Idaho or Wyoming. As a Canadian I would live in any of those states before living in Canada. ..Can we trade citizenships? :)

[@felixt1470]

If you live in Vegas it would seem boring also....lol

[@studd035]

lol 2:47 "Kelowna gets really cold" hahaha try -40 celsius in other parts of the province... Kelowna is a mild winter

[@rileytajcnar1675]

“It gets cold in Kelowna” LOL moves from Edmonton to Kelowna this year the winters here are soooooooo much better. Also you should do a vid of the best wineries to visit! The views @ quails gate are sick

[@Noahvde]

Haha I admit it; coming from Vancouver I'm a bit of a baby when it comes to thr temperature. Awesome idea! Thanks for watching Riley

[@Rubester-cl6op]

Riley Jean Haha i lived in Edmonton for years! Found it funny last year when living in Kelowna people crying about how cold it was when only 0.

[@abbyu1699]

Riley Jean, i moved here from Ontario, is so FREAKIN COLD THERE. I ❤️❤️ BC winters

[@katesharpe6657]

I made the same move last april!

[@coll6914]

I’m thinking of moving from Montreal where the snow is brutal and its always between -15 and -40. How cold does it get in Kelowna?

[@alexromero6433]

Im moving there the Next year ♡ Im so excited to meet my new home!! Thanks for this video. Best from México!!

[@kashishadventures19]

You made Kelowna look so cool! Nice video.

[@Noahvde]

Haha thanks Kashish!

[@brandonharper2990]

kelowna doesnt need to "look so cool" it speaks for itself

[@Noahvde]

@@brandonharper2990 True, the city did all of the heavy lifting!

[@minavlogs0607]

I live in Kelowna, and how have I haven’t seen you? Edit: and most of these places I have never seen so good for you!

[@Noahvde]

Thanks Mina!

[@evanchip7590]

I also live in Kelowna and I’ve been to every single location on the list. How long have you been living here and how have you not been to all these iconic places?

[@minavlogs0607]

Evan Chip I been here for 9 years I travel somewhere else every year so that might be why.

[@Skucher]

This is so awesome im kelowna born and raised and this really shows an amazing side of my hometown I honestly stumbled upon your videos before you even moved to kelowna which is kinda crazy and the reason you moved to kelowna is beautiful I'd honestly love to sit and have a coffee with you if you ever got time let me know!

[@Noahvde]

That's awesome! So glad you're happy with how I portrayed it. Shoot me a message on IG; hopefully set something up.

[@twistedcatch721]

This was really refreshing. Having grown up in Kelowna, it’s nice to see its good sides in one video. Big white is probably my biggest reason for living here as I’m not much of a wine enthusiast. My only issues with Kelowna, as a poor Mexican Ubco student, is that the transit system isn’t very good compared to something like Vancouver and the racism is kinda bad. Ive been kicked out of gas stations and if I take a run late at night, someone’s always going to ask me if I have drugs. But I’ve never been offered drugs, is that racist or selfish? I’m not sure, but I would say running at night isn’t a good time to run. Anyways, the restaurants are good but far apart, this isn’t Vancouver. I have to recommend the kekuli cafe with their incredible take on bannock. It’s out of the way especially if you’re in Winfield where Ubco roughly is, so don’t live in Winfield. Or Rutland either, well Rutland isn’t far but you will be picked on if you live in Rutland. Only advantages to Winfield is the access to Ubco, and Vernon, which is 40 minutes away from Kelowna but only 20 minutes from Winfield. Vernon has a very neat downtown vibe, I would argue more interesting and diverse than Kelowna, but don’t live in Vernon, it’s just fun for a photo day and that’s it. Winfield is also known for its kangaroo farm, which would be worth a visit to Winfield, but don’t worry it’s coming to Kelowna soon. There also used to be a crocodile farm in Kelowna, but it was shut down for some possibly illegal crocodiles. Also Kelowna has some crazy Japanese garden, it’s really close to a fairly decent Korean place, hoolala chicken cafe, which serves party trays of chicken squid and cheese. It would be nice if we had more street food, but sometimes pizza in a cone is the best you can get. If you ever see Peter the German and his sauerkraut truck, ask him for his secret flavour, Ze shocker. Other things to check out? Wentworth music is an incredible school/community for any kind of musician. And Toshidos MMA, while expensive, has made pro fighters like Rory MacDonald. Ultimately, if you’re young, which is truthfully rare in Kelowna, there’s lots of ways to blow your money aside from wine and food. Because you’re not spending it on clothes. There’s is no shame in wearing pyjamas in Kelowna. It’s lawless. But Kelowna is also a very comfortable place with cafes every corner and maybe too many gyms with a thousand treadmills but only two benches. It’s very laid back. People are friendly mostly, and it’s really grown, there’s even a movie industry now. Hope this helps if you’re planning on moving here or visiting.

[@Noahvde]

Dude absolutely amazing information. Thank you so much, I think everyone will appreciate it!

[@sterlingmakara]

Shoutout to everyone living in Glenmore!

[@samuelmartin6187]

STERFRY333 hell yah

[@estefaniazavala5820]

I live in glenmore

[@riverking419]

This video is the biggest lie that has ever been told

[@Shreyan]

Hello, we are planning to visit Kelowna in April 2021. Would you happen to know if any of the outdoor activities are open this year? Thanks 🙏🏾

[@christinaschneider7410]

I live in Vernon, but I love going to Kelowna to visit down town and stuff. It’s so beautiful there! Good work btw.

[@Noahvde]

Super close! THanks Christina!

[@abbyu1699]

Hi!! I live in Vernon BC too!! What area?

[@christinaschneider7410]

By Fulton

[@abbyu1699]

Same!

[@andrewmckibben2637]

If you live in Penticton you use it for it's mall

[@yourstrulyeliz]

Ahh so much wanderlust watching this video! Extremely different to Australia, Kelowna is definitely on my bucketlist to visit! 😍 Such a great video, the colour grading and cinematic shots are so good. Your editing timeline was crazy!

[@Noahvde]

Hahah thanks Elizabeth! Yeah, it's definetly no Australia 😂😂

[@fobel1790]

Ski bundles for big white are more common in Australia I’m pretty sure.

[@SaeedAcronia]

Do not fall for the stupid video. Nothing great ever happens in this village. It is very underdeveloped and boring.

[@riley9550]

Kelowna seems boring and dull, unless of course you’re a hipster.

[@munrajdhaliwal700]

I live in Kelowna

[@khellendrose360]

I lived in Vernon for a couple years, Kelowna area is absolutely gorgeous. I think I like Vernon more and it's only about a 35 40 minute drive to Kelowna.

[@haileymac7595]

Being born and raised in Kelowna I can definitely say the attractions you can see is amazing and man how many hiking trails you can go on every single one is stunning in its own way. What's also the best thing to do in the Kelowna/BC area in the summer is camping, be it a tent or motorhome its so fun to just go out and camp.

[@briannelynn6937]

Ahh I really wanna to Kelowna, my brother lives there while I’m stuck in the prairies lol

[@danvalentine9130]

Moved from Ontario 15 years ago never looked back 😀 Love the okanagan

[@Noahvde]

It's a beautiful spot :)

[@abbyu1699]

Dan Valentine , same!! I moved her 1.5 y ago

[@UnsaltedCashew38]

Hows the weather in winters in Okanagan cities? Im in Toronto and want to move someplace warmer....

[@RaechelleBennett782]

Great video!!! Well done! I've been there! But...where's Ogo Pogo??? Kelowna is his home too. 🦕😘

[@FoodieTownCA]

It's my adopted home town - have been living here for over 12 years and love how many hiking options there are here. Myra is a great spot!

[@marissawalters915]

As my friends say, "Kelowna draws you in and traps you". 10/10 vacation spot, but idk if I recommend living here long term. Its mostly vacation/retirement so there's not a whole lot to do after you explore everything. Cool video though! Really enjoyed it and it gave me some Kelowna pride.

[@Embrosia]

Hey I'm from the area. It's not open yet but Oyama Zipline is a really cool adventure park

[@Cheops2112]

Lived here for 12 years...nice town if you have lots of $$$ ...but, it’s overrated too.

[@roblabow9702]

I lived there from 1981 to 2006. Different place when I left and I did not like it anymore.

[@Rebecca-pr3fn]

Considering moving there from Toronto.

[@Eaidin75games]

Damn! Thats some really impressive cinematography! Thanks for showcasing my city!😊

[@jaebunnii2530]

Wow never thought I’d see an amazing video like this of my home city❤️❤️

[@Noahvde]

Thanks Arreis!

[@MetodoTransformacionalDelSer]

I have lived in many cities, but Kelowna is my favourite! Thank you for making this video!!

[@AleshaCorrine]

Welcome to Kelowna! You should check out the Ogopogo dive in Okanagan Lake! Haven't done it myself. But looks super cool! **In the summer of course

[@aspen9102]

Idk how I got here, but what a nice town

[@BellaAzzura]

You represented our city so well!! Definitely sharing this 😋

[@RuteAcc1]

Omg! Love it! I'm from Brazil, and one of my dreams is to move to BC (or AB), and Kelowna is definily one of my opcions

[@gabbytaylor13]

You should definitely go to the Parlour ice cream place across from City Park. Their ice cream is to DIE for 😍

[@brotherskeeper376]

Dude I’m moving the Kelowna.. do you know anywhere I can park and live in my Rv for cheap

[@Bock.]

​ The best place I can recomend is TravelLandRv Kelowna.

[@turtleisious3506]

Holiday park resort

[@brotherskeeper376]

Cheapest?

[@charlotteh6059]

Yeah. Check out the trailer park on union road. It’s by the elementary school in North glenmore.

[@amberhusband9114]

Pridecomes Beforethefall In West Kelowna there is ravens nest *i think that’s what it’s called* and it’s pretty nice and has a laundry mat

[@jaredwatson9146]

Hiking up on Mission Creek is my personal favorite.

[@Noahvde]

Thanks for the suggestion Jared, will check it for sure

[@jaredjardine5373]

Gallagher’s canyon area

[@st-dm5mr]

Mountain biking trails in Rose Valley Park, Rose Valley Lake and the Haymen Lake trail, Snowmobiling the Greystokes, backcountry fly fishing on the Pennask Plateau, hang gliding off Blue Grouse Mtn, motorcycling Westside Road.

[@QuantumGuideConnection]

as rental in large cities has become ridiculous it is a great time for all small Canadian towns to make videos like this as many will run for the hills. I am and i am looking for the perfect place for an artist, dreamer, visionary, maker, on a spiritual path. Looking for a vibrant place far from greed and mindlessness.

[@harmonypronyshyn8413]

This is so cool I just moved here so I’m going to visit some of these

[@beth-bi9yv]

If you are going to sandhill then stop by the fruit warehouse that is just up the street from them (vaughan). Cheap , in season, locally grown fruit! Fantastic in July and August for cherry/berries and September/October for Apple's and pears.

[@RR-jm4cc]

Amazing video! I've got a question. I've been lucky enough to get a temporary job at both big white and four Seasons whistler. I am thinking whistler is better as there's more touristy things like ziplines and tours of the mountain. I want to give Kelowna a chance, especially after videos like these though. Only thing is I have no transport and I'm on the isolated resort. Any advice? :)

[@aaronspicer1093]

I lived there for 30 years. Traffic sucks. Wages suck. Housing is expensive. Okanagan summer fires suck. We were evacuated in 2003 in the okanagan park fire. Nice video. Now go visit Hein Road.

[@the6ig6adwolf]

Vernon > Kelowna

[@LuisRodriguez-lq8vg]

Hi Noa, I would like you to do a video about accommodation in Kelowna, you know, resorts, campground resorts, fishing, and other off-grid activities around Kelowna and Vernon area.

[@warman48]

I met a Brazilian guy in Vancouver at a smoke lounge who lives in Kelowna, he told me how it’s the most beautiful place and couldn’t go back to living in Vancouver after being in Kelowna. Now I’m curious to go.

[@zacharysmith9508]

I always pass the salt & brick but I have never gone inside. Now I want to try it! I've been loving your videos lately! As someone who's lived in kelowna for over 16 years, it makes me so happy seeing my city looked at with such a beautiful perspective.

[@Noahvde]

It's such a cool spot, the entire dining experience is so fun & the creations are delicious! So glad you enjoyed :) I'm sure we'll cross paths at some point in the city! Cheers man.

[@zacharysmith9508]

@@Noahvde It really is! This definitely inspires me to experiment more within the dining experiences in town! I'm a promoter and work alot of events downtown so I'm sure we will cross paths at some point! :)

[@Noahvde]

Sweet man, no doubt then!

[@trevorlaplante8459]

We are from prince Albert chances chances is a great place to eat in Kelowna and swish salet

[@keenanharing234]

I live here and it's awesome

[@standeeks911]

You need to be going to the Hatch. Kills sandhill. (Even tho I like sandhill)

[@Noahvde]

Thanks for the suggestion Stan, I'll definetly check it out!

[@jessicachillihitzia2651]

Wow I live here and I can’t believe I haven’t been to vice and virtue! I will 100% have to check it out

[@Noahvde]

It's the best!! Thanks for watching Jess :)

[@55Bluesgirl]

For those of you of european origin or perhaps you enjoy the German foods > across the bridge out of Kelowna into Peachland...theres a german restaurant that over looks Okanagan lake - outstanding food My Kelowna experience >>> a part of my heart has been touched so much so that someday soon I will relocate to Kelowna to stay

[@PoppyChaiboripan]

Hey! love your videos. I’m also in Kelowna and just started a KZbin channel. You inspire me a lot, keep up the great work❤️

[@Noahvde]

Sweet! Oh my, thanks for watching Poppy.

[@geofflewis6914]

Heading to Kelowna and Big White in Feb 2020 - thanks for making this great video will definitely be stopping to sample the food beers and walks around Kelowna for a few days !

[@enraged254]

i mean kelowna's great but i feel penticton is a tad better because of all the organic wines and other things but thats probably me being here since birth but yeah i totally agree!

[@keepitsweet93]

The link to your drone doesn't work, would you be able to update it please? :)

[@Noahvde]

Oh snap, I'll update that guy :)

[@emjairose]

I am planning to move there next summer. I'm a little nervous, but watching videos like this helps a lot. Thank you.

[@livelovekelowna]

You had me at beer! haha Great video and awesome recap of some great things to see an explore in our community!

[@shevyjohn9308]

I visited there for 3 days it's really nice.but also expensive.no good paying jobs gas prices are high a shit..lots of old people retirement assuming..to live if you can afford

[@justnickmonty]

Bro I live in Kelowna and make videos here too! Hope to be as good an editor as you some day cause you got mad editing skills!

[@Noahvde]

Thanks Nick, I appreciate that! Still learning every day

[@thedreamygirl8762]

I have never been to an abroad country, I wish I could go..So I am cornering to my home in Sri Lanka and watch videos of other peoples tour vlogs. Canada is a so beautiful country. Blessed from heaven.

[@jayarr7076]

Don't be fooled Darshika, life is hard everywhere for those who don't earn well. Sri Lanka is a beautiful country with many places to visit, I hope you're making the most of it. Tc

[@phantom6715]

I live in Nanaimo but in mid 80's i moved to Kelowna because it does draw you in... I moved back to Nanaimo in 1993 but Kelowna still calls me

[@Noahvde]

I'd love to live on the island at some point!

[@omarrhoden7222]

I live here

[@heliumsheep1161]

The only reason you need to move to Kelowna is there are like 5 ski resorts within 1 hour away 1 example (big white) I’m moving there at the start of the summer lol.

[@taylorsmurphy]

I used to give bike tours on the Myra Canyon trails. It looks so different in winter! edit: You should mention Gyro Beach. You can go out like a kilometer and the water is incredibly warm and 5 feet deep. Might have been a tough sell since you made this video in winter, but, yeah

[@ythenamezezima]

All 5 Bean Scenes are not downtown :P Bernard location of Bean Scene is great! BNA fabulous for beer and food too. Also, check out the greenery for hiking!

[@Noahvde]

Love BNA! I mean bowling & beer; cannot complain 😂

[@heliumsheep1161]

Cmon you can’t call Kelowna cold if you come to Alberta it’s was -30 2 weeks ago.

[@isminiherrmann1437]

Thanks for all the good tips. I'll be in Kellowna in a couple of weeks! Can't wait to try all the goodies out. 😁

[@gootuber546]

I live in Kelowna and I forgot how fucking beautiful it is btw I life on Knox 1245 mountain ave

[@runningoutofideas2319]

I'm saving every cent to check out the brewerys and winery's eat local healthy food and I also hear there's a beach you can get drunk on in one of the towns surrounding the Okanagan.

[@belindabell2]

Not into beers…have you been to Niagara Falls town?..it’s gorgeous…lots of plants and flowers on the streets of downtown.

[@donm2067]

Dont forget to get your belongings stolen by junkies when your not paying attention! Or possibly step on a needle in a local park! Exciting

[@harprabhsingh8545]

Really Kelowna city is very beautiful near to nature,, Kelowna food so delicious 😋😋

[@jessicarox85]

hmm gross lack of vegan options in the food places you suggested

[@dougpenn8821]

Number 6 thing to do in Kelowna help feed the homeless and the poor. You should make that the first thing you do when you get to Kelowna.

[@booishoois309]

I think Kelowna is a beautiful place, and I would love to move there. Only problem is too many other people already had the same idea. It seems like the Vancouver syndrome is spreading to all cities in BC.

[@Noahvde]

I can see what you mean, but I still feel like it's in its "early stages"

[@nova_rainbowflare2938]

You forgot going to big white in a 1974 ford and drive of a jump into the skilifts.

[@midas_manttv4181]

Kelowna is not a good place anymore it’s a shit hole of our mayor take all the addicts from where he is to where all the families Kelowna is corrupt now and there is a wet house by a school i wish this place better it can be better but money comes first so yeah calling you out

[@safiyahc9711]

Idk why I’m watching this lol I live in west Kelowna! 😂

[@amberhusband9114]

Fya S oh hi Sophi lol I guess this ended up in both of our recommendations lmao

[@safiyahc9711]

amber husband lol hi. 😂

[@winstonsmith2819]

Number 1 Partying with all the hundreds of homeless drug addicts

[@rafiadiel]

Do a video on Kamloops, British Columbia

[@logicandreason2550]

Well my study permit to ubco is approved. Very excited to see this city in future...

[@Paradigm7977]

Yoo my hometown. Vice and virtue is so flippin good!!

[@alicetaylor2646]

is there any nightlife/ many things for students to do there? Art galleries and exhibitions?

[@unfriendly_neighbour]

I used to live there...awesome place but I have to say Van island tops it off

[@Noahvde]

Love Van island as well!

[@matthudon5783]

Damn at 1:10 you parked literally right in front of where I used to live lmao

[@AndriSadlak]

Amazing video, Noahvde! Would it be OK if I use small parts of it in my upcoming video as a background illustration of where I used to live when I talk about Kelowna? I'll include a credit, obviously. Let me know! :)

[@jenellsaphid]

Lived here for 24 years... you have great shots but I will never understand why tourism videos pick the same places over and over again. There are so many places that are less populated and offer the same experiences/views.... but I guess if it’s your first time here those wouldn’t be worn out. Maybe it’s just me that hates Knox... but seriously, if it’s a view of the valley you’re after, Spion Kop isn’t too far away (maybe 20 minutes) and is a much less populated hike.

[@Noahvde]

The video is meant for people who are new to the area/visiting/haven't explored much. Will do one with some more "hidden gems"

[@choptopjo]

I’m from Kelowna and its nice that people find it this beautiful but this is just kind of funny from a locals perspective. Knox and Boucherie myra are pot smoking and drinking hot spots, there’s been so many parties in these areas held by 14 year olds and it’s totally in the norm to see a bunch of loaded kids in the area. Downtown is insane for drugs culture, party culture. The sad thing about the place is that it’s not really built for young adults, it’s built for families and tourists. So nightlife, party culture and homelessness amongst the young is pretty bad. Tons of business don’t last long, like for instance some of the brewers I see in these videos are EXTREMELY new and there’s a large chance that once brewery fad goes down, that these places won’t last and Kelowna will be onto the next cool thing. It’s kind of like a small scale version of your Vancouver or LA that just tries really hard to seem humble. I’m not trying to be a party pooper but I’m a local who took the step to leave like a lot of us do because we don’t have much purpose or opportunity to grow and succeed in Kelowna, it’s a really small town vibe in a place that doesn’t come across as so. The wine culture is amazing though, I highly recommend vibrant vine to everyone, it’s far above and beyond many of the well known wineries in the area. Also for a LONG time standing local business to eat at that I would put above many on that block because most of those business DONT last, I would recommend Krafty Kitchen with their weekly hip hop brunch. Or Kelowna Street Food hidden behind the tracks down town. They’re long time Kelowna staples that have earned their name and their place within the city and have survived far beyond most small, trendy restaurants in the area.

[@choptopjo]

Also to peoples comments, Kelowna is by no means an amazing place for happiness and success, not only is drug addiction a problem but so is murder and suicide. In large scale numbers, Weve lost more people then I’d like to admit to murder and suicide within Kelowna and it’s scary. People have been found in fields of orchards, shot and killed in a lot of these lookouts. There’s an insane gang culture that’s resulted in public shootings and innocent families being tortured to death in THEIR OWN homes. Be wary.

[@austinstach2286]

Thought I would never see a video about where I live and all the things that I do except for coffee, Wine and beer. I am surprised haha

[@Noahvde]

Haha glad I could make it happen!

[@harrypehkonen]

We just moved here in November. This place is amazing! I already knew about some of the activities you mentioned, but there's lot of new-to-me things in this video -- thank you for that! Also, as somebody on a plant-based diet, I'm thrilled with all the restaurants that I can visit!

[@Noahvde]

So stoked you're enjoying it, I am as well! Excited for the warm weather to come!

[@tylerrosychuk4800]

Harry Pehkonen, I'm plant based as well and visiting next week; would love some recommendations if you've got a second.

[@emmahbarber6667]

Love this video and the spots in Kelowna that you featured!

[@belindabell2]

I saw a cute movie filmed in Kwelona wish I knew what the winery was called.

[@veronikavolition6395]

Thanks for doing our beauty of a city some justice!

[@VadimMyVideos]

What about skiing ⛷ in Kelowna?

[@wormsyy9004]

Why am I watching this I live here

[@luissambranoeth]

amazing video editing. you've earned a new subscriber