COMMUNITY INFORMATION
WHISTLER AREA
The journey from Vancouver to Whistler, British Columbia winds along the Sea-to-Sky Highway, one of the most spectacular stretches of road in North America. In less than two hours you have arrived at Canada's premier, year-round resort destination and increasingly, a popular spot for vacation homebuyers, both locally and from around the world...
No matter the season, Whistler has something for everyone — a dynamic mix of outdoor adventure activities, lively events and entertainment, international cuisine and vibrant nightlife, arts and cultural experiences, and a myriad of accommodation choices from quaint pensions to five-star hotels.
Whistler—which owes its name to the distinctive whistle of the hoary marmot - can trace its roots as a resort back to 1914 when pioneers Myrtle and Alex Phillip operated Rainbow Lodge, a summer fishing camp, in what was then known as Alta Lake.
To this day, Whistler's history of excellence continues. It was the opening of Whistler Mountain in 1966 followed by Blackcomb Mountain in 1980 that put Whistler on the map as an alpine destination. The accolades and awards followed for the impressive side-by-side mountains rising a mile above the Village and Valley. The magnitude and variety of terrain has set Whistler apart from other resorts, and keeps skiers and riders coming back again and again.
Every year Whistler seems to offer something new, bigger and better. December 2008 saw the opening of the PEAK 2 PEAK Gondola—the world's longest (3.024 kilometres/2 miles) and highest (415 metres/1,361 feet) unsupported lift linking the summits of Whistler and Blackcomb Mountains in just 11 minutes.
A $600 million upgrade to the 100 kilometre (72 mile) stretch of the Sea-to-Sky Highway (Highway 99) from Horseshoe Bay means getting to Whistler Resort is now faster, easier and safer. A six-year project that was completed just in time for Whistler to welcome the world as the site of the alpine and Nordic venues for the Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games, which was held between February 12 and March 21, 2010.
Whistler is the destination of choice for a lifetime of experiences. Repeatedly voted the number one ski resort in North America, Whistler is a top choice for vacation real estate and property investment.
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WHISTLER FACTS & FIGURES
Here are just a few of the things that make Whistler North America's number one year-round resort destination:
- North America's greatest vertical terrain and largest skiable terrain - 8,171 acres / 3,036 hectares
- 200 marked trails with access from 38 lifts
- The only resort in North America where you can ski or ride on a glacier
- Winter activities from cross-country skiing and snowshoeing to snowmobiling and sleigh rides
- The longest ski season in North America
- 90 restaurants and more than 30 bars, pubs, lounges and nightclubs
- 115 hotels, bed & breakfasts and condos to rest your head
- 200 retail shops - a shopper's paradise
- 18 spas, salons and massage services for pampering and relaxation
- More than 40 different summer activities from hiking to horseback riding
- Hundreds of valley mountain bike trails and 200 km (120 miles) of lift-serviced trails in the Whistler Mountain Bike Park
- Nicklaus, Palmer, Jones Jr and Fulber-designed championship golf courses
- Five lakes and numerous rivers provide a multitude of watersports and fun
- 19 park facilities
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LINKS
Whistler Blackcomb
Official Site for Whistler Blackcomb Ski Resort. Plan and book Whistler vacations including lift tickets, ski rentals, snowboard rentals, and Whistler accommodations. Plus Whistler web cams, snow reports, photos and everything else to help plan your Whistler escape.
Tourism Whistler
A comprehensive, one-stop-shop for all the elements to create a memorable vacation with info on events, entertainment, accommodation and much more for both and residents and visitors to Whistler. The site allows visitors to connect with an agent or book their vacation online.
Whistler.ca
The Resort Municipality of Whistler's website with information on municipal services, recreation facilities at Meadow Park, business development and the 2010 Winter Olympics events in Whistler.
Whistler Chamber
With a membership of 800 the Whistler Chamber of Commerce's mandate is to enhance the visitor experience and maximize success for local businesses by providing support, resources and tools.
Vancouver2010.com
Official website of the Vancouver 2010 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games. See videos, clips and pictures from this historic event in Whistler's history.
Whistler Webcams
Links to live web cams around Whistler.
Weather Network
Current weather conditions and forecasts for Whistler
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