Consumer and Travel Resource Guide

"Staycation" is a term you'll hear bandied about a lot these days. It means just what it sounds like: a vacation in your own backyard, or near enough that you don't have to make expensive travel and accommodation arrangements.

Looking for a frugal summer vacation that's fun for the whole family? A camping holiday may be just the thing. British Columbia is home to a wealth of campgrounds, many of them in stunningly beautiful settings. At the B.C. Parks Discover Camping site, you can search B.C. Parks campgrounds by date or geographical region, scan the list for amenities (like swimming, playgrounds, or hiking trails) and make a reservation right then and there.

Wine Lovers, the 2009 Okanagan Spring Wine Festival is fast approaching.  If you're contemplating going and interested in doing some research beforehand, you might wish to peruse some of the articles contained on the library's Ebsco database on Okanagan wines and wine country. If you're at home you'll need to e