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In the wake of longtime employee Chris Andrews leaving Kootenay Rockies Tourism to become general manager of Wildstone Golf Course, Kootenay Rockies Tourism has announced two new appointments.

Radium Hot Springs will become your favourite getaway.

Cranbrook’s rich heritage is a point of pride for the city.

The Cranbrook arts sector gets more captivating every day

From music to theatre to visual arts—creativity thrives in the Kootenays.

Integra Air touched down for its first commercial flight from Edmonton to Cranbrook at the Canadian Rockies International Airport on Wednesday, June 15, 2011.

For activities that suit every lifestyle, take a look at what Cranbrook has to offer.

Along with having the charm and accessibility of a smaller community, Cranbrook also boasts a number of diverse shopping zones.

Janet Wallace of Barefoot Handweaving always has a new artistic vision to share.

From historical entertainment to outdoor attractions, Rossland has it all.

Take a trip to this appealing community in the B.C. mountains.

Golden is a place to enjoy the finer things in life—like friendly locals, innovative shops and outdoor fun.

One of the best known and loved drinking establishments in the Kootenays is undergoing a major face lift—inside and out.

A visit to Fairmont Hot Springs gives guests a chance to soak and play in soothing natural hot pools.

The gaming centre project, worth more than $6.5 million, is well underway at the north end of the Castlegar airport.

The Kootenay Rockies just keep on growing. An exciting new Black Knight Design by Gary Player Design course, (the only one in Canada)—Wildstone in Cranbrook—opens for play June 1.

To ensure that this air service is successful, it will take full co-operation of the airports, the airline and the region.

Here are some pointers to keep in mind when stepping up to the eighth tee box at St. Eugene Golf Resort , one of the flagship courses in the Cranbrook region.

Integra has created a schedule with direct non-stop air service, three days a week (Monday, Wednesday and Friday), beginning June 6, 2011, pending Transport Canada approval.

Tanya Tamasi, owner of the Back Door Gift Shoppe in Kimberley, B.C., likes to go camping in the Kootenays in the summer

Stacey and Trevor Dunsby own Hide Away Kennels in Kimberley. They bought the kennel in 2007 and love the lifestyle in the Kootenays.

Wayne Gilbert, a realtor with Remax Caldwell Agencies in Kimberley, loves his summers in his native land.

Integra Air is poised to begin air service between the Canadian Rockies International Airport (CRIA) at Cranbrook and the Edmonton International Airport (EIA) and the Fort McMurray Airport.

A new 57,000-square-foot Best Western Plus -in Revelstoke, B.C., is open for business and filling the demand for more tourist accommodations.

Secluded in the privacy of a forested mountain slope outside Golden, B.C., is the Cedar House Restaurant and Chalets.

Trail’s mural project illustrates the multi-faceted history of the city.

Andrea Wilkey has joined the communications department in Castlegar as acting director, communications.

The owners of Windborne B&B know what Kootenay residents want—recreation, relaxation and a whole lot of creativity.

After several months of planning, the newly formed Nelson Kootenay Lake (NKL) Destination Tourism Marketing Organization launched its premier logo and slogan for the region.

East Kootenay Community Credit Union (EKC) is excited to announce the finalists for the 2011 Community Award.

The District of Elkford will be home to a new community centre.

Mike McPhee, the director of sales and marketing for Island Lake Resort near Fernie, said the partnership with The North Face outerwear and Rocky Mountain Sherpas will boost the resort’s name recognition.

The city of Kimberley, B.C., is developing a plan, named ImagineKimberley, that will guide the community to sustainability over the next 20 years.

The lifestyle opportunities in the Kootenays make the region an appealing place to raise a family.

Whitewater Ski Resort is making one of its hidden treasures more accessible.

Dave Butler addressed students at the Cranbrook campus of the College of the Rockies, where he listed the Top 10 reasons for working in the tourism industry.

Spirit Trail Adventures offers a one-of-a-kind selection of memorable activities and therapeutic resources.

This region is overflowing with creativity.

When it comes to outdoor sports, Fernie has it all.

A trip to Cranbrook is not complete without exploring the wide variety of outdoor recreation opportunities available.

With impressive heritage buildings and friendly citizens, Nelson typifies West Kootenay appeal.

From alpine resorts and ski hills, to mind-blowing wildlife and scenic viewpoints, Golden will appeal to the most discerning recreationist.

In Revelstoke, there is no down season.