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BC Travel Tuesday: Week 5 Watermark Beach Resort, Osoyoos

Comments 300 by Rebecca Bollwitt

I am pleased to announce that the BC Travel Tuesday series, that was originally set to be 10 weeks long, has been extended to 12 weeks thanks to the support of my readers and the partner properties listed on backyardbc.com. We’re now onto our fifth week and so far we’ve given away $2,188 worth of accommodations around BC.

backyardbc.com
backyardbc is a new travel website designed specifically for residents of British Columbia. Essentially a “be a tourist in your own backyard” program, participating hotels & resorts offer residents of BC exclusive rates and specials, designed to motivate BCers to travel more within the Province. Each offer has its own unique reservation code, and all bookings are done directly with our hotel and resort partners. Visit backyardbc online, on Twitter, or Facebook and see more of BC!

The winner of “BC Travel Tuesday: Week 4 Inn at Laurel Point” is Kristine (and she has been contacted by email). This week’s featured property is located in the sunny South Okanagan, at the tip of BC’s own wine country.

Watermark Beach Resort
Website, Twitter, Facebook, backyardbc listing
Location: 15 Park Place, Osoyoos, BC
About: “Only a few hours drive from Vancouver or just a 40 minute drive through wine country from the Penticton Airport, Watermark Beach Resort Hotel is surrounded by an impressive variety of outdoor recreational activities; from Okanagan golf, wine tasting, water sports, hiking, biking, boating, horseback riding, fishing, and swimming to skiing and other winter sports. For food and wine lovers, the Okanagan is rich with lush orchards, gourmet restaurants and award-winning wineries that open their doors for tastings throughout the year.”
Prize: 2 nights in a one-bedroom suite, including a $50 per night food & beverage credit in the Wine Bar.
Value: $700

To enter to win, leave a comment on this post and/or post the following on Twitter:

I entered this week’s @backyardbc @miss604 #bctraveltuesday contest #tt http://bit.ly/bctraveltuesday5

Winners will be announced every Tuesday on the latest BC Travel Tuesday contest post until the 12 weeks are up. Gift certificates for hotel and resort stays will be sent directly to each weekly winner so they can arrange their visit personally with the property. Some restrictions apply, based on availability. Must be 19 years of age or older to enter and win.

Update The winner is Michael Florizone – congratulations!
View all posts in the series by following or subscribing to my BCTravelTuesday tag. Open to residents of BC.

Current Contests on Miss604
*All contests are open to residents of Canada only, unless otherwise stated. Contest timelines are published on each individual post along with entry methods. Some contests may only be open to those 19 years of age and older. Winners are announced on the contest blog posts. Contest policy »

300 Comments  —  Comments Are Closed

  1. Tracey FlattesTuesday, May 10th, 2011 — 2:36pm PDT

    I need a “staycation” – pick me!

  2. MarkTuesday, May 10th, 2011 — 2:38pm PDT

    Love wine country!

  3. BrendaTuesday, May 10th, 2011 — 2:39pm PDT

    Looks amazing!

  4. LisaTuesday, May 10th, 2011 — 2:41pm PDT

    Looks beautiful. I could use some sun about now!

  5. VinnieTuesday, May 10th, 2011 — 2:42pm PDT

    Osoyoos! Great for wine and a gorgeous place. And near my boyfriend’s family! Would love the opportunity to go.

  6. David D.Tuesday, May 10th, 2011 — 2:42pm PDT

    Would love this one too! 🙂

  7. KodyTuesday, May 10th, 2011 — 2:42pm PDT

    Winning!

  8. RachelTuesday, May 10th, 2011 — 2:42pm PDT

    Beautiful! Would love to go 🙂

  9. JeniferTuesday, May 10th, 2011 — 2:44pm PDT

    sounds like a relaxing time!

  10. PhyTuesday, May 10th, 2011 — 2:46pm PDT

    I love that all these hidden gems are being showcased. Gives some great travel ideas!

  11. Kristi FergusonTuesday, May 10th, 2011 — 2:47pm PDT

    I have been going back to their site all week, organizing some summer getaways. Looks amazing!

  12. JannaTuesday, May 10th, 2011 — 2:47pm PDT

    As always, this looks incredible! A weekend away would be amazing.

  13. JTuesday, May 10th, 2011 — 2:56pm PDT

    Sounds great to me!

  14. FionaTuesday, May 10th, 2011 — 2:56pm PDT

    I love Osoyoos and this looks beautiful!

  15. JeffTuesday, May 10th, 2011 — 2:57pm PDT

    I could use a couple nights away.

  16. SusanTuesday, May 10th, 2011 — 3:04pm PDT

    This looks like a great prize but honestly if I won it I’d give it away since I live on the Island and don’t drive. Don’t let that stop you giving it to me though – it is better to give than to receive right :).

  17. BelindaTuesday, May 10th, 2011 — 3:10pm PDT

    wine country awesome.

  18. KatieTuesday, May 10th, 2011 — 3:22pm PDT

    Would be amazing to win this

  19. lindsayTuesday, May 10th, 2011 — 3:23pm PDT

    I could use some of oysoyoos heat!!

  20. SeraTuesday, May 10th, 2011 — 3:31pm PDT

    This is a fabulous place to stay; i recommend it to all my clients coming into town. I would love an opportunity to stay there again. Thanks.

  21. Kathryn wongTuesday, May 10th, 2011 — 3:37pm PDT

    Pick me 🙂

  22. TomTuesday, May 10th, 2011 — 3:46pm PDT

    I’d love to ride up Anarchist again!

  23. LynnTuesday, May 10th, 2011 — 3:47pm PDT

    I would love to win this!

  24. JenTuesday, May 10th, 2011 — 3:50pm PDT

    Love Osoyoos! We head there every May long weekend with the kids, but a romantic weekend away with my husband would be fabulous!

  25. LoriTuesday, May 10th, 2011 — 3:59pm PDT

    Loving this series of contests – wow!!!

  26. BrendaTuesday, May 10th, 2011 — 4:01pm PDT

    I’d love to spend some time in Osoyoos.

  27. AnneTuesday, May 10th, 2011 — 4:01pm PDT

    This place looks lovely.

  28. JosipTuesday, May 10th, 2011 — 4:02pm PDT

    This is up near where my brother lives.

  29. CliffTuesday, May 10th, 2011 — 4:03pm PDT

    It’d be great to do an Osoyoos winery tour.

  30. CliffTuesday, May 10th, 2011 — 4:03pm PDT

    It’d be great to do an Osoyoos winery tour.

  31. SarahTuesday, May 10th, 2011 — 4:05pm PDT

    This sure would be fantastic for us to take a road trip to this summer!

  32. TylerTuesday, May 10th, 2011 — 4:09pm PDT

    This post was intentionally left blank 😉

    One day I’ll win!

  33. JulieTuesday, May 10th, 2011 — 4:17pm PDT

    Looks beautiful! Pick me please! 🙂

  34. MaryanneTuesday, May 10th, 2011 — 4:19pm PDT

    yes please!

  35. AimeeTuesday, May 10th, 2011 — 4:21pm PDT

    Ready for a hot Okanagan summer.

  36. TessaTuesday, May 10th, 2011 — 4:22pm PDT

    Looks gorgeous!

  37. dyenaTuesday, May 10th, 2011 — 4:41pm PDT

    Crossing my fingers….

  38. JeanieTuesday, May 10th, 2011 — 4:42pm PDT

    Please let me be drawn…

  39. HowardTuesday, May 10th, 2011 — 4:47pm PDT

    I love Osoyoos!

  40. SanazTuesday, May 10th, 2011 — 4:47pm PDT

    I’ve been to Osoyoos once but would love to go again!

  41. MariellaTuesday, May 10th, 2011 — 4:49pm PDT

    Looks amazing!

  42. thesehappydaysTuesday, May 10th, 2011 — 4:52pm PDT

    Oh! I would LOVE, LOVE, LOVE to win this. We are actually planning a trip to Osoyoos for next month. I also tweeted: http://twitter.com/thesehappydays/status/68099901422178304
    denimc{at}gmail{dot}com

  43. EricTuesday, May 10th, 2011 — 4:53pm PDT

    I’d love to go there with my wife…perfect way to celebrate our upcoming wedding anniversary!

  44. Peter vTTuesday, May 10th, 2011 — 4:53pm PDT

    Fun in the sun! Love it!

    @PvT

  45. AnnieTuesday, May 10th, 2011 — 4:58pm PDT

    I want to experience this part of BC’s region with all that it offers, the lake, wineries, sunshine and local summer fruit! What more can you ask for?

  46. Adrian PTuesday, May 10th, 2011 — 5:03pm PDT

    What a nice idea!

  47. Leah McDonaldTuesday, May 10th, 2011 — 5:06pm PDT

    I have driven by this resort a few times and have been wanting to take my husband there for a weekend away.

  48. BelindaTuesday, May 10th, 2011 — 5:10pm PDT

    Haven’t been to the Okanagan in years would love to go again!

  49. JustineTuesday, May 10th, 2011 — 5:22pm PDT

    Love this area!

  50. LisaTuesday, May 10th, 2011 — 5:29pm PDT

    I checked this place out online for our honeymoon. We went to the island instead. Would love to visit this resort.

  51. JATuesday, May 10th, 2011 — 5:29pm PDT

    I love the Osoyoos area and Watermark looks like an amazing place to stay 🙂

  52. JenTuesday, May 10th, 2011 — 5:29pm PDT

    I love the pictures and review of the Watermark…I would love to go there!

  53. JaseTuesday, May 10th, 2011 — 5:32pm PDT

    Lovely!!

  54. Adrienne mTuesday, May 10th, 2011 — 5:43pm PDT

    Sweet stuff! I can picture myself there!

  55. KatieTuesday, May 10th, 2011 — 5:43pm PDT

    Sounds wonderful!

  56. TracyTuesday, May 10th, 2011 — 5:48pm PDT

    Great place! Would love to win 😀

  57. vincentTuesday, May 10th, 2011 — 6:05pm PDT

    Looks Amazing!

  58. Kevin BaggsTuesday, May 10th, 2011 — 6:08pm PDT

    Love Osoyoos. Was the family vacation spot growing up.

  59. DianeTuesday, May 10th, 2011 — 6:08pm PDT

    Haven’t been to this region yet, so I’m going to do it this summer no matter what.

  60. ElaineTuesday, May 10th, 2011 — 6:08pm PDT

    never been to osoyoos – would love to tour the wineries in the area!

  61. Donna LTuesday, May 10th, 2011 — 6:15pm PDT

    I’ve never been to Osoyoos. And the name is fun to say! BC roadtrips are wonderful 🙂

  62. MuckymooTuesday, May 10th, 2011 — 6:23pm PDT

    I love to go wine tasting and Osoyoos is a beautiful place to visit. That lake is the warmest I have ever gone swimming in!

  63. JenTuesday, May 10th, 2011 — 6:24pm PDT

    That looks so lovely! My husband and I are celebrating our 15-year wedding anniversary this summer, and it would be fantastic to enjoy a weekend away!

  64. AnnTuesday, May 10th, 2011 — 6:41pm PDT

    such a nice town!

  65. RebeccaTuesday, May 10th, 2011 — 6:41pm PDT

    I would so love to spend my birthday there!

  66. MarinaTuesday, May 10th, 2011 — 6:45pm PDT

    Looks lovely!!

  67. E. TangTuesday, May 10th, 2011 — 6:50pm PDT

    Looks beautiful!

  68. VeronicaTuesday, May 10th, 2011 — 6:58pm PDT

    This area is great in the summer time… its always nice and warm there.

  69. VanessaTuesday, May 10th, 2011 — 7:00pm PDT

    Oh yea!

  70. PaulTuesday, May 10th, 2011 — 7:13pm PDT

    Love your website. Please enter me in your contest.

  71. KatrinaTuesday, May 10th, 2011 — 7:13pm PDT

    Picture perfect Osoyoos! I would love to go!

  72. ChrisTuesday, May 10th, 2011 — 7:20pm PDT

    I want to go to there!

  73. Aileen RTuesday, May 10th, 2011 — 7:26pm PDT

    Gorgeous scenery and lovely people. :o)

  74. JaniceTuesday, May 10th, 2011 — 7:32pm PDT

    I like the view.

  75. Margaret MTuesday, May 10th, 2011 — 8:04pm PDT

    I’ve had a rotten day, and could just use a pick-me-up. Could always be worse I guess 🙂 Thanks.

  76. wono99Tuesday, May 10th, 2011 — 8:08pm PDT

    looks real nice like.

  77. KathyTuesday, May 10th, 2011 — 8:14pm PDT

    My friends went to this resort last year and told me that it was fabulous!

  78. GazzaTuesday, May 10th, 2011 — 8:15pm PDT

    Sign me up for this win!

  79. CydTuesday, May 10th, 2011 — 8:28pm PDT

    Relaxation at its finest… Osoyoos is a GEM!

  80. TiffanyTuesday, May 10th, 2011 — 8:35pm PDT

    I’ve never been to Penticton. Looks nice.

  81. TrungTuesday, May 10th, 2011 — 8:49pm PDT

    Looks great! Would love to check it out.

  82. AnnTuesday, May 10th, 2011 — 8:52pm PDT

    This is very generous.

  83. KevinTuesday, May 10th, 2011 — 9:12pm PDT

    Osoyoos is an excellent summer retreat and a great place to check out what BC has to offer for those who are oenophiles!

  84. ErinTuesday, May 10th, 2011 — 9:22pm PDT

    What a great destination and hopefully toasty warm by the time I’d make it there.

  85. BrendaTuesday, May 10th, 2011 — 9:43pm PDT

    Sounds like a great getaway!

  86. MeganTuesday, May 10th, 2011 — 10:19pm PDT

    I’d love to go check out the Watermark!

  87. RajuSTuesday, May 10th, 2011 — 10:23pm PDT

    Sounds amazing!

  88. EricaTuesday, May 10th, 2011 — 10:30pm PDT

    Beautiful!

  89. NatalieTuesday, May 10th, 2011 — 10:45pm PDT

    Wine!

  90. A.J.Tuesday, May 10th, 2011 — 10:47pm PDT

    Having lived in B.C. all of my life it would be wonderful to experience more of it rather than just drive past. Great prize!

  91. DebraTuesday, May 10th, 2011 — 11:07pm PDT

    Beautiful spot!

  92. JodiTuesday, May 10th, 2011 — 11:25pm PDT

    This would be a great getaway!

  93. MariaTuesday, May 10th, 2011 — 11:26pm PDT

    This sure beats the cabins we used to stay in when we were kids while we visited the Osoyoos.

  94. Amy W.Wednesday, May 11th, 2011 — 12:48am PDT

    Nice!

  95. TazimWednesday, May 11th, 2011 — 2:07am PDT

    I have never been to that area! actually, I haven’t seen much of BC.

  96. TazimWednesday, May 11th, 2011 — 2:08am PDT

    http://twitter.com/beingtazim/status/68240733261398018

  97. AlexWednesday, May 11th, 2011 — 3:31am PDT

    Osoyoos is such a beautiful place to visit.

  98. SharonWednesday, May 11th, 2011 — 6:36am PDT

    It looks gorgeous!

  99. Christine MWednesday, May 11th, 2011 — 7:02am PDT

    Looks gorgeous!

  100. LucyWednesday, May 11th, 2011 — 7:54am PDT

    Have always wanted to stay here! Love Osoyoos.

  101. alexWednesday, May 11th, 2011 — 8:52am PDT

    Sounds like a fab time!

  102. ErinWednesday, May 11th, 2011 — 9:03am PDT

    I love Osoyoos!

  103. Jessica Roberts-FarinaWednesday, May 11th, 2011 — 9:19am PDT

    Sounds beautiful and delicious!

  104. JimWednesday, May 11th, 2011 — 9:29am PDT

    Looks wonderful

  105. Andrew C.Wednesday, May 11th, 2011 — 9:41am PDT

    Awesome!

  106. TanyaWednesday, May 11th, 2011 — 10:18am PDT

    I’ve never been to Osoyoos–this would be perfect!

  107. GideonWednesday, May 11th, 2011 — 10:21am PDT

    Nice and warm spot on the way back to my home town of Nelson.

  108. SarahWednesday, May 11th, 2011 — 10:25am PDT

    I haven’t been to Osoyoos in years. It’s gorgeous and I’d love to visit it again

  109. LincolnWednesday, May 11th, 2011 — 10:28am PDT

    I’m there for the wine bar!

  110. MichelleWednesday, May 11th, 2011 — 10:29am PDT

    I love the Okanagan, but I’ve never been to Osoyoos!

  111. JennWednesday, May 11th, 2011 — 10:43am PDT

    I’d love to check this place out!!

  112. MiaWednesday, May 11th, 2011 — 10:44am PDT

    Beautiful sunny Okanagan!

  113. lindawwwwWednesday, May 11th, 2011 — 10:50am PDT

    Yes! I love Osoyoos.

  114. Sandra SWednesday, May 11th, 2011 — 10:50am PDT

    Looks great. Tweeted http://twitter.com/#!/Sandra516/status/68372095167500289

  115. jeanWednesday, May 11th, 2011 — 10:57am PDT

    sweet!

  116. LauraWednesday, May 11th, 2011 — 11:13am PDT

    looks like fun

  117. Jennifer M.Wednesday, May 11th, 2011 — 11:30am PDT

    I love the Okanagan, this would be a great little summer getaway!

  118. cherylWednesday, May 11th, 2011 — 11:44am PDT

    wow this would be great!

  119. sueWednesday, May 11th, 2011 — 11:50am PDT

    This would be great some of my favorite wineries are there Burrowing Owl, Geringer just to name a few!

  120. loriWednesday, May 11th, 2011 — 12:32pm PDT

    I would go in a minute!

  121. danWednesday, May 11th, 2011 — 12:32pm PDT

    Love to take my wife

  122. ChristineWednesday, May 11th, 2011 — 12:33pm PDT

    I’d love to go!

  123. SummerWednesday, May 11th, 2011 — 12:37pm PDT

    I’ve never been to Osoyoos, would love to check it out.

  124. RobinWednesday, May 11th, 2011 — 1:15pm PDT

    The site is a great idea; people from BC want to travel IN BC too!

  125. MichaelWednesday, May 11th, 2011 — 1:22pm PDT

    Yay! Wine Country!

  126. JillWednesday, May 11th, 2011 — 1:24pm PDT

    Always a treat to hit up sunny Osoyoos and I wanted to check out Watermark Resort. Oh,oh,oh, pick me…

  127. ElizabethWednesday, May 11th, 2011 — 1:26pm PDT

    Osoyoos is one of the nicest place to visit in BC.

  128. NataliaWednesday, May 11th, 2011 — 1:26pm PDT

    I’ve heard its beautiful there! I’d love to go!

  129. LeslieWednesday, May 11th, 2011 — 1:29pm PDT

    I love Osoyoos for often being the hottest spot in Canada!

  130. VikkiWednesday, May 11th, 2011 — 1:32pm PDT

    Love Osoyoos! The small, family-owned wineries nearby are stellar. 🙂

  131. Raza AhmadWednesday, May 11th, 2011 — 1:32pm PDT

    fantastic place to be! Would loved to be picked.

  132. BeckyWednesday, May 11th, 2011 — 1:33pm PDT

    I haven’t been to Osoyoos since I was a little girl! It would be great to visit again!

  133. Mama in the CityWednesday, May 11th, 2011 — 1:34pm PDT

    Great contest. I’d love to win!

  134. Kyle MWednesday, May 11th, 2011 — 1:35pm PDT

    I spend a week in Oliver every August… could totally spend a couple more in Osoyoos!

  135. NaomiWednesday, May 11th, 2011 — 1:35pm PDT

    Sounds awesome!!! Love it up there!

  136. LisaBWednesday, May 11th, 2011 — 1:37pm PDT

    I’ve only ever visted Osoyoos on the drive to vancouver when I first moved here and it, uh, didn’t leave a favourable impression. Maybe it’s time to give it a second chance!

  137. Dennis L.Wednesday, May 11th, 2011 — 1:42pm PDT

    Pick me!

  138. AnthonyWednesday, May 11th, 2011 — 1:46pm PDT

    My girlfriend and I would love this!

  139. EricWednesday, May 11th, 2011 — 1:49pm PDT

    I used to go to Osoyoos every year as a kid, but haven’t been there in a while, would nice nice to go again.

  140. ChristineWednesday, May 11th, 2011 — 2:01pm PDT

    Sounds amazing!!!! Probably a lot warmer than here right now!! I live the wineries there!!!

  141. ChristineWednesday, May 11th, 2011 — 2:01pm PDT

    Sounds amazing!!!! Probably a lot warmer than here right now!! I live the wineries there!!!

  142. DeirdreWednesday, May 11th, 2011 — 2:02pm PDT

    what a nice thought – it would be a welcome break away!

  143. GlenWednesday, May 11th, 2011 — 2:03pm PDT

    My favourite place in BC, Osoyoos. Send me there!

  144. AlvWednesday, May 11th, 2011 — 2:05pm PDT

    Entered!

  145. Lori-Vancouver BCWednesday, May 11th, 2011 — 2:10pm PDT

    So nice of you and Watermark for offering this prize:)

  146. DarcyWednesday, May 11th, 2011 — 2:16pm PDT

    We walked by there last summer…sat on the bench and dreamed of staying there!

  147. GraemeWednesday, May 11th, 2011 — 2:17pm PDT

    Love Osoyoos. Haven’t spent nearly enough time there.

  148. JasonWednesday, May 11th, 2011 — 2:22pm PDT

    Would love to getaway with my wife to Osoyoos!

  149. kateWednesday, May 11th, 2011 — 2:28pm PDT

    Something wonderful to look forward too!

  150. GladysWednesday, May 11th, 2011 — 2:36pm PDT

    Have never explored wine country. This would be an incredible experience.

  151. Meghan WWednesday, May 11th, 2011 — 2:53pm PDT

    Sounds fantastic!

  152. joanne AWednesday, May 11th, 2011 — 2:55pm PDT

    A vacation would be amazing- school can really wear you out! Thank you for the opportunity!

  153. AlisonWednesday, May 11th, 2011 — 2:55pm PDT

    I love Osoyoos…its going to be my first wedding anniversary and I would love to take my husband somewhere special!

  154. Roger StringerWednesday, May 11th, 2011 — 2:58pm PDT

    Love vacationing in Osoyoos with the family.

  155. HeatherWednesday, May 11th, 2011 — 2:59pm PDT

    I have never been to Osoyoos and would love to explore!

  156. MarlisWednesday, May 11th, 2011 — 3:01pm PDT

    LOVE Osoyoos and the wineries there!

  157. Rodney HsuWednesday, May 11th, 2011 — 3:10pm PDT

    I love Osoyoos! 😉

  158. GinaWednesday, May 11th, 2011 — 3:13pm PDT

    Peaches!

  159. Celeste Magnusson PhotographyWednesday, May 11th, 2011 — 3:18pm PDT

    I <3 osoyoos!

  160. M.D. CrawleyWednesday, May 11th, 2011 — 3:19pm PDT

    Picked up the link to your site from V3H.com Lots of great info, and I would love the chance to visit Osoyoos!

  161. CharlesWednesday, May 11th, 2011 — 3:28pm PDT

    Looks like an awesome place!

  162. KateWednesday, May 11th, 2011 — 3:35pm PDT

    Love this series you’re doing – getting to know BC!

  163. Michael FlorizoneWednesday, May 11th, 2011 — 4:17pm PDT

    This would e a fabulous vacation for our 13th wedding anniversary this year!

  164. TamaraWednesday, May 11th, 2011 — 4:56pm PDT

    Stunning!

  165. andreaWednesday, May 11th, 2011 — 5:13pm PDT

    I love Osoyoos!!! Please pick me 🙂

  166. Jessica tWednesday, May 11th, 2011 — 5:38pm PDT

    Looks like a great place!

  167. Sara MWednesday, May 11th, 2011 — 6:01pm PDT

    I’d love to go, especially for the wine tasting!

  168. Elaine DaviesWednesday, May 11th, 2011 — 7:17pm PDT

    Yes please, looks heavenly. Never been to Osoyoos.

  169. rinoWednesday, May 11th, 2011 — 7:34pm PDT

    I have wanted to stay there, it is a great family getaway!

  170. taniaWednesday, May 11th, 2011 — 7:35pm PDT

    Grew up going to Osoyoos, would love to check out the new hotel.

  171. SherryWednesday, May 11th, 2011 — 8:27pm PDT

    I have driven by this place and would love to stay there.

  172. Tooth FairyWednesday, May 11th, 2011 — 8:36pm PDT

    Osoyoos was a fave vacation spot for my family when I was growing up!

  173. Tooth FairyWednesday, May 11th, 2011 — 8:37pm PDT

    http://twitter.com/toothfairycyber/status/68519648945111040
    tweet

  174. CorneliusWednesday, May 11th, 2011 — 8:50pm PDT

    Oh yes! I love Osoyoos and could stand do deal with some drier weather! Would love to win.

  175. IanWednesday, May 11th, 2011 — 8:59pm PDT

    I seriously wanna win this so bad!!!!

  176. GraceWednesday, May 11th, 2011 — 8:59pm PDT

    This is extremely enticing!

  177. StevenWednesday, May 11th, 2011 — 9:00pm PDT

    I havent been in the Okanagan in a long time!

  178. kendraWednesday, May 11th, 2011 — 9:00pm PDT

    Considering I have 3 jobs, I need some time off! Here’s hoping…

  179. SandraWednesday, May 11th, 2011 — 9:19pm PDT

    I really need to get away…thanks for this great contest!

  180. AmandaWednesday, May 11th, 2011 — 9:45pm PDT

    nice only 40 mins from Penticton …

  181. Albert CWednesday, May 11th, 2011 — 10:20pm PDT

    Hurray for “Canada’s only desert” !

  182. SelmaWednesday, May 11th, 2011 — 10:20pm PDT

    A great location with fabulous wineries to explore! Another wonderful contest.

  183. ThereseWednesday, May 11th, 2011 — 10:48pm PDT

    Residing at the Watermark –
    More than just a priceless treat,
    a stunning mountain, lake or park.
    It’s vacation made complete.

  184. Michelle W.Wednesday, May 11th, 2011 — 11:58pm PDT

    I’m new to BC and need to travel around it! What a great contest!

  185. Emily HThursday, May 12th, 2011 — 7:55am PDT

    Gorgeous!!! I’d love to go!

  186. Heather BThursday, May 12th, 2011 — 8:39am PDT

    Osoyoos was the vacation destination for our family when I was small I would love to visit again!

  187. JasonThursday, May 12th, 2011 — 8:51am PDT

    Wanting to win

  188. Mr.G and familyThursday, May 12th, 2011 — 9:02am PDT

    Osoyoos is so nice – I want to take my daughter for her first outdoor swim there!

  189. CarolThursday, May 12th, 2011 — 9:06am PDT

    This would be a great weekend. There is so much fun to be had in Osoyoos.

  190. NatalieThursday, May 12th, 2011 — 9:54am PDT

    Your contests and content are awesome! Loved the info on Stanley Parks blue herons I just read 🙂 I have seen the nests when I went to play tennis there last year, great to learn more.

    This resort in Osoyoos looks amazing! I would love, love, love to win and have a romantic getaway! 😀

    Thanks for such a great blog!

  191. SitaThursday, May 12th, 2011 — 10:44am PDT

    I love touring the Okanagan, haven’t been to Osoyoos yet though! Would love to check it out!

  192. RashpalThursday, May 12th, 2011 — 10:46am PDT

    This would be amazing to check out

  193. StinaThursday, May 12th, 2011 — 11:33am PDT

    I LOVE Osoyoos!! My family goes every year (since before I was born!) but I didn’t make it last year (first time! 🙁 ) and I really miss it! My fingers are super crossed.
    I tweeted too @_honeywild_

  194. CeciThursday, May 12th, 2011 — 12:58pm PDT

    Nice, such beautiful view!!

  195. RobThursday, May 12th, 2011 — 1:34pm PDT

    Lovely weather, haven’t been here since I was a kid! Looks great

  196. MarissaThursday, May 12th, 2011 — 4:30pm PDT

    Looks brilliant enough to take the Vancouver May blues away!

  197. DianaThursday, May 12th, 2011 — 5:12pm PDT

    It is a great place! Would be the perfect spot to celebrate our 25th wedding anniversary this summer.

  198. GlendaThursday, May 12th, 2011 — 8:40pm PDT

    would love to go there!

  199. CassandraThursday, May 12th, 2011 — 9:45pm PDT

    the sunshine and water look glorious – an ideal short getaway

  200. kelsThursday, May 12th, 2011 — 11:27pm PDT

    this would be such a great relaxing vacation!!! 🙂

  201. JennyThursday, May 12th, 2011 — 11:51pm PDT

    dining in their patio was AWEsome!

  202. MandyFriday, May 13th, 2011 — 2:30am PDT

    I would love to go there!

  203. Sunshine GFriday, May 13th, 2011 — 7:18am PDT

    Never been there but would love to!

  204. NancyFriday, May 13th, 2011 — 7:30am PDT

    Ooooh, a desert holiday close(ish) to home?? Yes please!!

  205. ashleeFriday, May 13th, 2011 — 8:01am PDT

    I love Osoyoos 🙂 Pick me!

  206. C.J.Friday, May 13th, 2011 — 9:00am PDT

    I haven’t been to Osoyoos in years. Looks like things certainly have changed.

  207. LisaFriday, May 13th, 2011 — 9:14am PDT

    Haven’t made it to Osoyoos in years…would love a reason to go!

  208. MichelleFriday, May 13th, 2011 — 11:21am PDT

    Oh what I would give to have a beautiful weekend away….the resort is amazing!!!!

  209. KANDESFriday, May 13th, 2011 — 11:34am PDT

    Osoyoos is the hottest place in British Columbia!!

  210. JuliaFriday, May 13th, 2011 — 12:15pm PDT

    Would love to getaway and enjoy the Osoyoos “Desert Wine Country”!!

  211. heatherFriday, May 13th, 2011 — 1:19pm PDT

    Looks amazing! Thanks!

  212. MeganFriday, May 13th, 2011 — 1:20pm PDT

    I would love the opportunity to go, I’ve only been there once.

  213. vanessaFriday, May 13th, 2011 — 2:06pm PDT

    yes please!

  214. Jen HFriday, May 13th, 2011 — 3:37pm PDT

    This would be a wonderful weekend retreat!

  215. SharonFriday, May 13th, 2011 — 11:06pm PDT

    Looks like fun!

  216. SusieSaturday, May 14th, 2011 — 7:56am PDT

    Osoyoos is awesome, from the name of the city, to the scenery.

  217. StephanieSaturday, May 14th, 2011 — 9:29am PDT

    I would love to go and stay here. Thanks for the chance

  218. MavSaturday, May 14th, 2011 — 10:03am PDT

    Been in this area with one of my friends.

  219. Michelle JacksonSaturday, May 14th, 2011 — 10:40am PDT

    love Osoyoos and was last there when the Watermark Beach Resort was in the final stages of completion. Would love to see what it is like, have heard amazing things about it and would love a glass or two of wine

  220. MandySaturday, May 14th, 2011 — 11:03am PDT

    Never been…would love to visit!

  221. TazimSaturday, May 14th, 2011 — 1:08pm PDT

    I’d love to head out and leave the city for a few days and take a trip there!

  222. Freddie De LeonSaturday, May 14th, 2011 — 1:15pm PDT

    If I don’t win this staycation, then the terrorists will have won.

  223. joanne grahamSaturday, May 14th, 2011 — 2:10pm PDT

    I’d love to win! I’d love to stay there 🙂

  224. ErinSaturday, May 14th, 2011 — 2:17pm PDT

    Another great BC destination I’ve wanted to visit.

  225. JeannaSaturday, May 14th, 2011 — 3:49pm PDT

    Love wine country! Fingers are crossed (big smile)!

  226. CoraleeSaturday, May 14th, 2011 — 8:49pm PDT

    Pick me pick me!

  227. anaSaturday, May 14th, 2011 — 10:08pm PDT

    Just moved to BC and slowly discovering all the beautiful places to visit, and this is definitely one them!

  228. TracySaturday, May 14th, 2011 — 11:06pm PDT

    This would be wonderful. Can’t think of anything more perfect…. perhaps an anniversary getaway!

  229. SarahSunday, May 15th, 2011 — 3:20am PDT

    Love Osoyoos…haven’t stayed there since I was a kid though…would love to visit this resort! Tweeted as well..@martinandleanne

  230. TanjaSunday, May 15th, 2011 — 8:55am PDT

    I would love to do some wine touring and lounging at the lake!

  231. RenfrewSunday, May 15th, 2011 — 10:15am PDT

    Is there anywhere better in BC in the summer than Osoyoos? Nope.

  232. DonnaSunday, May 15th, 2011 — 11:34am PDT

    It’d be great to explore Osoyoos. I’ve only driven through during the summers.

  233. HarjitChSunday, May 15th, 2011 — 5:41pm PDT

    I would love to see this area. What a gorgeous picture, it looks serene and relaxing.

  234. Jeremy SchmidtSunday, May 15th, 2011 — 7:46pm PDT

    Looks amazing!

  235. LindaSunday, May 15th, 2011 — 8:22pm PDT

    Osoyoos, haven’t been there yet. So this sounds great.

  236. SylviaSunday, May 15th, 2011 — 11:36pm PDT

    Looking forward to going to the Okanagan this summer and I’ve never stayed in Osooyos. I was there for the first time last year for 10 days but that certainly wasn’t enough to see everything I wanted to see. The lakes are beautiful there!

  237. Carina VauseMonday, May 16th, 2011 — 1:06am PDT

    Fingers are crossed, Thanks for the chance!

  238. WillMonday, May 16th, 2011 — 2:10am PDT

    I’ve heard great things from friends about this place. Please help put an end to my envy.

  239. JeanineMonday, May 16th, 2011 — 9:47am PDT

    Sun AND wine at the same time? I accept!

  240. Margo HigginsMonday, May 16th, 2011 — 10:54am PDT

    Would love a BC getaway!

  241. Laura C.Monday, May 16th, 2011 — 11:42am PDT

    Another great giveaway!

  242. KaiMonday, May 16th, 2011 — 11:44am PDT

    ‘ooh’soyoos is lovely and would love a getaway to wine country 🙂 would make an excellent excuse for a road trip!! keeping fingers crossed….

  243. VeronicaMonday, May 16th, 2011 — 11:49am PDT

    This will be an amazing wedding anniversary celebration!

  244. AliseMonday, May 16th, 2011 — 1:41pm PDT

    Wow!! This looks A-MAZING!!!

  245. AmyMonday, May 16th, 2011 — 3:05pm PDT

    Sounds like a wonderful prize. I took a browse through backyardBC and it looks like a great site to use!

  246. lizMonday, May 16th, 2011 — 7:24pm PDT

    I love road trips!

  247. megan grayMonday, May 16th, 2011 — 7:36pm PDT

    I would love this!!

  248. John MahMonday, May 16th, 2011 — 7:37pm PDT

    Looks beautiful !

  249. TaviaMonday, May 16th, 2011 — 7:37pm PDT

    Would love to win this!!!

  250. SarahMonday, May 16th, 2011 — 7:38pm PDT

    This would be a great birthday treat for my moms 62nd birthday. We could meet half way!

  251. JackMonday, May 16th, 2011 — 7:38pm PDT

    Put me in the game coach!

  252. PeterMonday, May 16th, 2011 — 7:39pm PDT

    Just the place for a made-in-BC holiday.

  253. VaneesaMonday, May 16th, 2011 — 7:39pm PDT

    I love osoyoos!

  254. RicheleMonday, May 16th, 2011 — 7:39pm PDT

    The Watermark is amazing! Pick me!

  255. NikkiMonday, May 16th, 2011 — 7:40pm PDT

    Osoyoos, wineries, biking, golf, horses…count me in! i hope to win twice in order to squeeze everything in! 😀

  256. PennyMonday, May 16th, 2011 — 7:41pm PDT

    Perfect! Would love to win this getaway.

  257. Paul burgerMonday, May 16th, 2011 — 7:43pm PDT

    My friend is getting married there, and I’m not sure I can afford to go. This would be awsome!!

  258. MichelleMonday, May 16th, 2011 — 7:43pm PDT

    been far too long since I’ve had a long weekend in the interior!

  259. MaryMonday, May 16th, 2011 — 7:45pm PDT

    Would love to go on a staycation!

  260. AlyshaMonday, May 16th, 2011 — 7:47pm PDT

    This would be an incredible opportunity 🙂

  261. LindaMonday, May 16th, 2011 — 7:49pm PDT

    I love the Okanagan!

  262. EagranieMonday, May 16th, 2011 — 7:50pm PDT

    As if I need an excuse to go to wine country…

  263. DanielMonday, May 16th, 2011 — 7:51pm PDT

    I’ve heard this place is beautiful

  264. AlisonMonday, May 16th, 2011 — 7:51pm PDT

    I’m already planning a trip to Osoyoos so this would be perfect. I used to go to Osoyoos every summer with my family and want to continue the tradition with my son.

  265. LauraMonday, May 16th, 2011 — 7:52pm PDT

    Looks like a fabulous place for a getaway!

  266. LindsayMonday, May 16th, 2011 — 7:55pm PDT

    aaaaaah love osoyoos!

  267. BrittanyMonday, May 16th, 2011 — 7:58pm PDT

    I need to get away! This sounds amazing!

  268. JosephMonday, May 16th, 2011 — 8:01pm PDT

    I am a huge wine country fan, having been many times to Oliver, OK Falls, Penticton, and Naramata. However I’ve never spent any time in Osoyoos. Here’s keeping my fingers crossed!
    I entered this week’s @backyardbc @miss604 #bctraveltuesday contest #tt

  269. CherylMonday, May 16th, 2011 — 8:01pm PDT

    Have only ever driven though .. Would live to take some time at see it the way it should be seen !!!

  270. BillMonday, May 16th, 2011 — 8:20pm PDT

    wine country would make a great getaway right about now 🙂

  271. ArieannaMonday, May 16th, 2011 — 8:25pm PDT

    I need to be baby free!!

  272. AmyMonday, May 16th, 2011 — 8:30pm PDT

    I need a vacation! Pick me!

  273. AlexMonday, May 16th, 2011 — 8:39pm PDT

    Fingers crossed! We want to go back there to wine and dine.

  274. TindyMonday, May 16th, 2011 — 8:41pm PDT

    Would love to get back to the Okanagan!

  275. stephenMonday, May 16th, 2011 — 8:45pm PDT

    Time for my early summer vacation

  276. Sarah CMonday, May 16th, 2011 — 9:13pm PDT

    Please pick me, I am in need of a vacation.

  277. HelaineMonday, May 16th, 2011 — 9:15pm PDT

    Osooyos is awesome. I go camping near there every year!

  278. Axelle D.Monday, May 16th, 2011 — 9:24pm PDT

    A little vino, sun and R&R: sounds lovely and heavenly. Perfect for a romantic getaway!

  279. MarianneMonday, May 16th, 2011 — 9:26pm PDT

    Ohh this looks heavenly!

  280. kmazzMonday, May 16th, 2011 — 9:29pm PDT

    I can easily imagine myself in that pool!

  281. Tracey flattesMonday, May 16th, 2011 — 9:45pm PDT

    Yes please!

  282. KerriMonday, May 16th, 2011 — 9:47pm PDT

    This looks absolutely beautiful! Great idea for the anniversary!

  283. SandraMonday, May 16th, 2011 — 10:00pm PDT

    Would love to go!!

  284. ChristinaMonday, May 16th, 2011 — 10:21pm PDT

    I’ve never been to Osoyoos! Would love to experience a few nights at the Watermark Beach Resort… looks amazing!

  285. LyndseyMonday, May 16th, 2011 — 10:39pm PDT

    Love this place near the lake! Would love to be there!

  286. KevinMonday, May 16th, 2011 — 11:01pm PDT

    My wife went to Osoyoos most summers as a kid!

  287. BethMonday, May 16th, 2011 — 11:02pm PDT

    That sounds like an awesome prize!

  288. JanTuesday, May 17th, 2011 — 12:12am PDT

    I would love to win.

  289. Joe HuangTuesday, May 17th, 2011 — 12:13am PDT

    Breath taking view!

  290. MLTuesday, May 17th, 2011 — 7:32am PDT

    Time for some Okanagan wine!

  291. jenn wTuesday, May 17th, 2011 — 8:50am PDT

    I have been craving sun with this cold spring! I hope I win 🙂

  292. LeeTuesday, May 17th, 2011 — 9:25am PDT

    It would be great to take the family on a BC Vacation.

  293. KathrynTuesday, May 17th, 2011 — 10:13am PDT

    Been itching for a chance to spend some more time surrounded by some of the best wines on the continent.

  294. Liam MclellanTuesday, May 17th, 2011 — 10:29am PDT

    I would love to visit Osoyoos this summer!

  295. GentTuesday, May 17th, 2011 — 11:45am PDT

    Would love to go and explore Osoyoos, have a great time taking great pictures and sharing it with everyone on my portfolio site! 😀

  296. AngelaTuesday, May 17th, 2011 — 11:51am PDT

    Looks like such a nice get-away. Would love to visit Osoyoos for the first time! Thanks!

  297. MaeTuesday, May 17th, 2011 — 12:37pm PDT

    Oh! Looks like I can still submit an entry for this one. I’ve always wanted to visit Osoyoos.

  298. ScottTuesday, May 17th, 2011 — 1:04pm PDT

    Help! I’m work in an accounting department and i need a vacation to the Watermark Beach Resort!!!

  299. ClaireTuesday, May 17th, 2011 — 4:15pm PDT

    ooo this vacation would be divine!

  300. AlanTuesday, May 17th, 2011 — 4:45pm PDT

    Great looking vacation spot!

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