Whistler - Blackcomb, Canada

Resort Overview for Whistler - Blackcomb:

In the coastal mountains of British Columbia, just over 100km North of Vancouver, this ski resort sits in between two spectacular mountains; Blackcomb and Whistler. Together, these two mountains offer the largest ski area in North America with over 8000 acres of skiable terrain.

With its breath-taking scenery, miles of runs and reliable snow fall, it's not difficult to understand why Whistler is consistently voted the number one ski destination in Northern Europe, and considered one of the top ski resorts in the world!

Whistler is home to approximately 10,000 residents, but thousands of tourists come from all over the world in both the Summer and Winter months.

Winters here offer some of the world's best skiing and dozens of other activities including, dog sledding, ice skating, ice-climbing, sleigh rides, snow mobiling, zip-lining, snow shoeing and many, many more. Summers aren't quiet either with fishing, golf, mountain biking, wake boarding, rafting, horseback, riding canoeing and hiking.

The resort prides itself on its hospitality, cleanliness and friendly staff, and the hotels here are most accommodating.

There is very little need for a car when you're in Whistler as the buses run like clock-work and arrive literally every few minutes. Transfers from Vancouver airport are not particularly expensive and you can be in the resort in less than 2 hours.

The Skiing in Whistler - Blackcomb:

One ski pass will get you access to both Whistler and Backcomb Mountain. With over 8000 acres of skiing between them you will not get bored! Whistler and Blackcomb are skier and snowboard friendly with lots on offer! With so much to choose from, there are runs to suit every level of skier.

For the beginners, there are plenty of well-groomed nursery slopes and some of the finest ski-schools in the world.

There are plenty of runs for the intermediate skier, and some large, open bowls higher up the mountain.

For the more advanced, there are snow parks, half pipes, jumps, rails and much more to offer many challenges.

There's also plenty of deep, off-piste skiing to please the more adventurous skiers!

And at the end of a hard day's skiing, you can take one of the pretty, tree-lined green or blues back down to the village.

Après Ski in Whistler - Blackcomb:

If you have any energy left after you leave the slopes then you certainly won't be short of activities. Whistler has over 30 bars and nightclubs, 90 restaurants and over 200 shops, so there's plenty for both families and the younger crowds.

And if the snowmobiling, trekking, zip-lining, snow shoeing and dog-sledding aren't enough then there's also a sports centre approximately 10 minutes away from the village.

Nightlife here is lively and offers a variety of places to enjoy, from classic saloons to high-tech nightclubs! Whistler is also gay-friendly.

Accommodation in Whistler - Blackcomb:

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