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INGRID JARRETT APPOINTED GENERAL MANAGER OF THE COVE LAKESIDE RESORT

WESTBANK, BRITISH COLUMBIA, June 20, 2007 - Bringing a wealth of leadership and hospitality industry experience from some of Canada's top hotels, Boutique Hotels & Resorts of British Columbia is pleased announce the appointment of Ingrid Jarrett as General Manager of the Okanagan's new Cove Lakeside Resort.

A veteran of luxury hotels, Jarrett brings over 20 years experience working in various capacities in renowned hotels including The Fairmont Hotel Vancouver, The Fairmont Palliser, The Fairmont Hotel Macdonald and The Fairmont Empress. Prior to starting at The Cove Lakeside Resort, Jarrett was the redevelopment and strategic planning consultant for the Laurel Point Inn in Victoria.

"We are thrilled to have Ingrid Jarrett join The Cove Lakeside Resort team," says Mike Duggan, President of Boutique Hotels & Resorts of British Columbia. "Her knowledge and experience will undoubtedly add to The Cove guest experience and provide a welcome level of sophistication."

The 150-room, full-service luxury Cove Lakeside Resort opened its doors in September of last year. Tucked on the shores of Okanagan Lake, The Cove is unlike any other hotel in the area with features such as gourmet kitchens, soaking tubs, Great Room with Entertainment Centre including a 42" plasma television and DVD player, fireplace and floor to ceiling windows opening on to breathtaking views of Okanagan Lake. Unique hotel amenities include a fun-filled children's program, Spa at the Cove, Bikram Yoga studio, full-service marina and private beach to relax and enjoy the waterfront.

Located only minutes from Westbank and a short drive to the city of Kelowna, The Cove Lakeside Resort is situated close to many of the area's host of activities including award-winning wineries, championship golf courses, mountain biking, hiking, horseback riding and in the winter, skiing.

For more information or to make reservations, call The Cove Lakeside Resort reservations at 1-877-762-COVE (2683) or visit www.covelakeside.com.

Boutique Hotels & Resorts of British Columbia is a premiere management company specializing in upscale hotels, lodges and resorts including the new Cove Lakeside Resort in Westbank, the upcoming Outback Resort in Vernon, Nita Lake Lodge in Whistler, The Oswego Hotel in Victoria, Black Rock Oceanfront Resort in Ucluelet, L'Hermitage Hotel in Vancouver and The Watermark Beach Resort in Osoyoos. For more information, visit www.bhrbc.com

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