Here, amidst the towering coastal mountains of British Columbia, is a ski village unique in North America. The style is distinctively West Coast, the mood relaxed, and the skiing spectacular! In the attractive pedestrianised village centre, winner of several design awards, you will be charmed by the pleasant walkways and plazas with stylish shops and a huge choice of great bars, clubs and wide variety of restaurants. Designed by skiers, for skiers, everything you could possibly want from a ski holiday is here and it's right on your doorstep.
The resort of Whistler-Blackcomb has over 8000 acres of terrain, 5280 vertical feet and over 180 miles of pisted runs to explore. The resort has recently invested millions of dollars on mountain improvements and introduced 1100 acres of new terrain on Whistler Mountain. The Nintendo Superpipe means that Whistler-Blackcomb is also a favourite for boarders. The new Peak 2 Peak Gondola is opening in December 2008; this 3km (almost 1.9 miles!), 11-minute journey from the top of Whistler to the top of Blackcomb will open up infinite possibilities for exploring the mountains!
The average snowfall in Whistler is 360 inches - that's over 9 metres (30 feet) per year!!back to top
Resort Altitude (m): 675
Highest Lift (m): 2249
Total Piste (km): 216
Longest Ascent (km): 11
Pistes:
Easy (green): 42
Intermediate (blue/red): 116
Hard (black): 58
Terrain / Snowboard Park: Yes
Resort Ratings:
Beginners: 5/5
Intermediates: 5/5
Advanced: 5/5
Snowboarders: 5/5
Families: 4/5
Non-Skiers: 4/5
Apres-Ski: 4/5
Resort Charm: 5/5
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Lively and varied nightlife, try Garfinkel's, the Garibaldi Lift Company, Savage Beagle and Longhorn Saloon. Note - bars and clubs for over 19 years olds only. It is advisable to carry ID.back to top
Everything from continental to oriental cuisine, all price ranges. • Rimrock Cafe (Whistler Creek), The Brewhouse, Val d'Isere, The Tandoori Grill (Indian) and Quattros (Italian). back to top
The extensive skiing is matched by an inexhaustible range of après ski activities. These include • Heli-skiing and sight-seeing • Cross country skiing • Sleigh rides • Snow-shoeing • Snowmobiling • Indoor tennis • Fishing •back to top
The Whistler Kids Ski & Snowboard School offers daily group lessons for all ages and abilities. Ski programmes start from 3-17 years with 5 day courses from Monday to Friday and two day courses over the weekend. Snowboard programmes start from 6 years - teens. All day programmes include lunch. Infant and toddler care is available for ages 3 months - 36 months from C$95.
Blackcomb has a slow moving Magic Chair and there is a kids-only area at one of the mid stations.back to top
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