Kootenay Rockies Tourism

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Kootenay Rockies Tourism Association (KRTA) is one of British Columbia’s five official Regional Destination Management Organizations (RDMO).

KRTA has operated since 1978 and represents over 800 tourism businesses and operators. This includes resorts, accommodation properties, wellness retreats, golf, ski, adventure, communities, retail, food & beverage, transportation, arts & culture and attractions.

The association is a registered non-profit society and has a volunteer policy board of nine Directors. The Board is elected prior to the fall Annual General Meeting by the Active Voting Partners. READ MORE

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Our organization works on behalf of tourism businesses located in the geographic area of Southeastern BC known as the Kootenay Rockies region. We work closely and in alignment with the provincial DMO, Destination BC and the Ministry of Tourism, Arts, Culture and Sport.

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WORLD TOURISM DAY

KRT Upcoming AGM & Conference & Thank you to our Sponsors, National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, September Speaker Series, RFP: Columbia River Treaty Heritage Project Implementation.

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Stakeholder Spotlight

BRAND NEW IN NELSON

The HUMMINGBIRD LODGE & CAMPGROUND at Whitewater Ski Resort offers a luxurious suite, cafe, general store, RV & forest camping; a year-round, front door access to outdoor recreation.

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Research & Insights

Research provides industry partners with data and insights which help to enhance the effectiveness of future marketing and development projects. Review regional and provincial reporting, travel patterns, tourism impacts and visitor highlights.

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CALGARY HERALD

FAMILY TRAVEL: Multi-gen girls getaway to naturally beautiful Nakusp by Mhairri Woodhall – Fronting Upper Arrow Lake, Nakusp is a remote paradise tucked amidst the world’s only inland temperate rainf…