Muchmor Canada Magazine takes a look at what Whistler can offer.
Whistler has been voted #1 for 12 years running by U.S. based SKIING Magazine. The resort is within the Coast Mountain Range of British Columbia with two mountains to enjoy: Whistler and Blackcomb, each with its own unique features.
Whistler Village is the centre of the resort and has a strong sense of community. The resort also offers a public transit system called the Whistler and Valley Express, also known as WAVE. The nightlife in Whistler is excellent with bars, restaurants, clubs and plenty of live music to enjoy. Everything from luxury hotels to reasonably priced chalets and B&B’s are available. There is also the Hilton Resort, the Westin Resort and the two Pan Pacific Resorts at Mountainside and Village. You will also find luxury condos, homes and chalets available. If you want to bring your cat or dog with you, Whistler offers some excellent pet-friendly accommodation as well as doggie daycare facilities.
The 2008/09 winter season will see the opening of the brand new PEAK 2 PEAK Gondola. Opening on December 12th 2008, the world record-breaking PEAK 2 PEAK Gondola will stretch from the top of Whistler Mountain to the top of Blackcomb Mountain traveling a distance of 4.4 kilometres (2.73 miles) in just 11 minutes. The PEAK 2 PEAK Gondola will be the longest, highest gondola of its type in the world and will provide a breathtaking journey for visitors – winter and summer. » Read more: Whistler Winter Wonderland