Summer tees off at Bellstar’ Kokanee Springs Golf Resort

Bellstar Hotels & Resorts is proud to launch the summer season at BC’s Kokanee Springs Golf Resort, home to one of Canada’s finest championship courses, as the newest property to join the prestigious resort family. Tucked away in the shadow of the Kokanee Glacier, Kokanee Springs Golf Resort is looking forward to a summer that will see the millionth round being played on the stunning 18-hole golf course.

To mark the occasion, the golfer who plays the millionth round will be presented with a spectacular prize  including a Kokanee Advantage package (worth $2000), private dinner for two created by Bunkers Grill’s newly appointed Head Chef Jamie Hertz and a plaque to commemorate this amazing milestone.

The Kokanee Advantage package includes 50 rounds of golf and a 15% discount on meals at Bunkers Grill. A cart rental upgrade is available for $500 plus tax (50 rentals). This package is available for purchase at the front desk at Kokanee Springs from now until June 30th, 2013 and can be carried over for use in April and May 2014. The championship 18-hole golf course was designed by golfing legend Norman Woods and features his signature long driving fairways and immense rolling greens in a magnificent lakeside and mountain setting. Every championship hole is framed by breathtaking panoramic views of the Kokanee Glacier and beautiful surrounding vistas.

New Head Chef and Top Chef Canada season one competitor Chef Jamie Hertz, brings a wealth of experience from across the province, including Le Crocodile, C Restaurant and Long Beach Lodge. He is excited to now offer golfers authentic, rustic cuisine that is true to the roots of the Canadian Rockies. Combine a golf and gourmet experience with Bellstar’s new Stayâ„¢ | Golf & Dine package and enjoy the freshest offerings from Bunkers Grill and Chef Jamie Hertz. Starting from $200 per person, this hassle-free vacation begins and ends your day of golf at Kokanee Springs with a delicious breakfast and dinner at the resort’s comfortably casual restaurant.