British Columbia’s East Kootenay Mountains Get a Refresh

You can use your smart phone to browse stories in the comfort of your hand. Simply browse this site on your smart phone.

Using an RSS Reader you can access most recent stories and other feeds posted on this network.

SNetwork Recent Stories

British Columbia’s East Kootenay Mountains Get a Refresh – Vacay

by ahnationtalk on July 30, 202478 Views

July 30, 2024

During the COVID-19 pandemic, the world of travel changed almost overnight. Restrictions were implemented, hospitality and tourism businesses closed, others opened, and still others made a pivot.

One result was a revival of domestic travel in Canada, as people discovered gems in their own regions. Interest in the outdoors saw a spike and there’s been a significant push for sustainable and responsible tourism, with travellers favouring off-the-beaten-path destinations and businesses that use environmentally conscious practices.

Destinations in the East Kootenays, like the towns of Golden and Radium Hot Springs, sustained strong visitation throughout those difficult times. As normalcy returns, visitors from outside the province are entering the area, and more are expected in 2025 and beyond. Here’s an update on what’s new in both those places, and in their neighbouring national parks, Yoho and Kootenay.