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Whistler - not just a winter destination

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Whistler’s welcome mat lies at the base of two extraordinary mountains. Surrounded by the rugged Coast range, Whistler is situated 120 kilometres north of Vancouver, British Columbia. Venture up the spectacular Sea to Sky Highway that links Vancouver to Whistler. This 2-hour scenery-infused trip winds through lush coastal forests and dips and rises from sea level to Whistler’s elevation of 668 metres.

Regularly scheduled bus services, float plane, helicopter, charter limousines, shuttles, vans and rental cars all make getting to Whistler extremely easy. It’s leaving it behind that’s hard

Whistler is an ideal year-round destination with a permanent population base of 10,000. The people who live and work in Whistler are passionate about it. Many come just for a visit and end up staying for good.

Whistler Village offers up boundless activities, fine dining, vibrant nightlife, eclectic boutiques, revitalizing spas, and luxurious hotels.

Whistler Winters

Spectacular alpine bowls. Endless terrain. Thigh deep powder. Moguls, cruisers and glades. New, expanded terrain. Unparalleled après. It’s no wonder Whistler continues to receive accolades as an award-winning resort.

Whistler’s natural playground makes it easy to understand why it was selected, along with Vancouver, as host for the 2010 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games.

When the lifts close for the day, grab your friends and relive your Whistler day at après. Whistler’s unparalleled après ski scene is a tradition, where outdoor patios buzz with excitement and the restaurants and nightclubs tempt you to keep the good times rolling.

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Go beyond the mountains. There is more, much more, to Whistler than downhill skiing. Snowmobiling, snowshoeing, ice skating, sleigh rides and cross country skiing are all easily accessible. Try your hand at dog sledding, ice climbing, heli-skiing, zip trekking and bungee jumping. Winter in Whistler is about limitless possibilities.

Winter Festivals

Whistler is festival-central in winter.

It all starts in November with Cornucopia – Whistler’s Wine and Food Celebration. Experience sensory overload for four days with wine tastings, seminars, gourmet cuisine and parties.

An action-packed celebration of film, The Whistler Film Festival is emerging as the new winter destination for filmgoers and filmmakers alike. In December, enjoy four days of film screenings, filmmaker workshops and special events.

National pride will be on the line as riders strut their stuff during the FIS Snowboard World Championships in January 2005. Be part of the action with live concerts and pro invitational snowboard competitions.

For 10 days in April, the TELUS World Ski and Snowboard Festival entertains with high energy action. Free outdoor concerts, demo days and the Ripzone Snowboard Invitational and World Skiing Invitational guarantee an action-packed celebration.

After an invigorating day of adventure, wander through Whistler’s enchanting pedestrian-only Village. Meander through the paved pathways or sip a latte from a sunny patio and watch the world go by. Browse through a multitude of one-of-a-kind boutiques and art galleries. After the sun goes down, enjoy an evening amble under the stars, unwind in intimate lounges or dance the night away in high-energy nightclubs.

Whistler Summers

Nothing is quite as spectacular as a Whistler winter . . . except perhaps a Whistler summer. Warm temperatures, shimmering lakes, endless paths for exploring, countless activities and breath-taking surroundings await for you to immerse yourself in a Whistler summer.

Five lakes and countless rivers dot the Whistler Valley, offering ample opportunity to swim, windsurf, canoe, kayak, whitewater raft or just relax and soak up the sun on a warm, sandy beach.

With four designer golf courses, Whistler is a renowned golf destination and offers some of the world’s most scenic and challenging golf. Incredible views surround you as you contemplate your next shot. Perhaps a bear will ramble onto the green. Each champion-designed course treats players to a truly unique golf experience that only Whistler can provide.

Ride the fully enclosed gondola to the top of Whistler Mountain for an experience like no other. The view will take your breath away - glaciers, meadows chock-full of flowers, alpine lakes, and summit after summit after summit. See it for yourself with a guided nature walk or pack a lunch and explore the well-marked trails on your own. At the end of your day, refuel with delicious mountaintop dining.

Two-wheeled adrenalin-seekers can stoke their need with guided mountain bike descents or explore miles of trails in the Whistler Mountain Bike Park. Coast down gentle beginner trails or set your heart racing on white-knuckle routes. Wend your way through twisty single track or pedal along on endless kilometers of paved valley trail. Bet you can’t wipe that grin off your face.

Summer Festivals

Whistler streets teem with world-class festivals during the summer. An eclectic menu of entertainment, music, magic and merriment from June through September ensure fun for the entire family. Feast your ears and eyes as the Village comes alive with strolling musicians, dazzling magicians and colourful comedians.

In July, the Whistler Arts and Music Festival showcases local artist exhibits, street entertainers, and live music from jazz to Calypso and funk to Miriachi.

Watch in amazement as champion mountain bikers hurl themselves down Whistler Mountain at break-neck speeds and perform gravity-defying bike stunts during August’s CrankWorx Festival. You’ll be positively speechless at what these bikers can do on two wheels.

Dining in Whistler

All that biking, shopping, skiing, hiking, golfing, snowboarding, sightseeing and exploring sure builds up an appetite. Whistler’s gastronomic delights will please even the most discriminating palate. With all the choices in Whistler Village, it’s the ideal opportunity to sample food from all over the world. Italian, Sushi, Fondue, North American, Indian, French. Cozy bistros, laid back lounges, fine dining, pub grub, family-friendly restaurants. It’s all here.

When it’s finally time to say goodnight, slip under the covers at one of the many inviting accommodations ranging from intimate European-style bed & breakfast inns and family-style condos to luxury hotel suites and everything in between.

Acknowledgements

Visit www.tourismwhistler.com – your official information source for everything Whistler.

Both images are courtesy of Tourism Whistler.

Whistler

Links:

• Tourism Whistler
• Whistler Chamber of Commerce
• Whistler - Squamish - Pemberton school district 48
• Pique weekly newspaper
• The Question newspaper
• The Squamish Chief newspaper

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