Ski Express

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Canada

Whistler Blackcomb, British Columbia

Extraordinary…incomparable…Olympian. The most skiable terrain in North America.

2010/11 Earlybirds Out NOW!!

"The most incredible collection of ski-in/ski-out lodging on the planet. The most extraordinary mountain resort village you will ever experience." Escape to the incomparable adventure at Whistler Blackcomb, the "#1 resort in the world"(Daily Telegraph) and venue of the 2010 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games. (Daily Telegraph).

Whistler Blackcomb/Paul Morrison

Few places on Earth will make you feel the way Whistler does.

With the most skiable terrain in North America, endless accommodation options, newly completed 2010 Winter Games venues and the new, record-setting PEAK 2 PEAK Gondola, see this world-class resort in ways you never expected.

Discover the winter playground of Whistler

The non-ski and apres-ski activities are as bountiful as the terrain. You’ll be spoilt for activity choice with everything from dog sledding to snowmobiling, sightseeing to luxurious spas. And with shops and boutiques open 7-days a week, over 90 restaurants serving sumptuous international cuisine, and intimate lounges or electric nightclubs, you’ll soon discover why Whistler draws Aussies back time and time again.

Plus, moderate temperatures and annual average snowfalls of 9 metres keep even the most passionate winter fanatic grinning ear-to-ear.

WHISTLER/BLACKCOMB IS GREAT FOR FAMILIES!
		KIDS SKI & RENT FREE! Kids 12 and under SKI & RENT FREE with the purchase of an adult of equal duration. Conditions apply.
Whistler Blackcomb/Paul Morrison
Nestled between the two mountains is the charming village of Whistler, alive with festive entertainment, intriguing shops and cozy bistros. Whistler is the perfect family resort  destination with a multitude of children's activities both on  and off the snow. Kids have a dedicated learning zone on the mountain with snow caves and ice  castles, or adventure camps provide fun and activities with mini rope tows, child size courses and snow games.

Ski & Snowboard School

Whistler/Blackcomb attracts some of the top ski and snowboard instructors in North America and offers a wide range of programs for all ages and abilities including:

• Private Lessons - full and afternoon half day options
• Super Group Lessons - progress faster in a group with a max of 3 people
• Group Summit Sessions- max 12 people
• 3-day beginner program - Learn to Ride & Learn To Ski. A great way to save for the first time or novice skier!
• Kids Ski School
• 5-day Kids Adventure Camps (3-12yrs)
• Ride Tribe (13-17yrs)
• 2 day Roxy All Women Ski & Snowboard camps

Prices vary - please inquire for current prices of your chosen program. Pre-booking is highly reccommended during peak times particualry for the childrens programs and camps.

Welcome Night - Fire & Ice Show
6:30pm every Sunday at the base of the Village gondolas, hosted by Whistler Blackcomb Ski & Snowboard School hold a Welcome Night, giving you the inside information on all this resort has to offer. Watch skiers and boarders ride the jumps and rotate through a ring of fire! Fantastic free entertaiment for families, or watch from the Longhorns Pation whilst enjoying a drink under the heaters.

A free in-resort shuttle bus takes you anywhere within the village area, with over 200 shops throught Whistler Village and Whistler creekside you are spoilt for choice. Dinning and Apres is a high part of the Whistler experience with more than 90 restuarants to chose from. If you want to go sightseeing around the valley, you can use Whistler's public transit system or take a guided cab ride.

Free Guided Skiing

Complimentary tours of Whistler and Blackcomb Mountains are held daily at 11.30am. For intermediate and expert skiers only.

Après ski and nightlife

Your fun doesn’t end after a day out on the slopes. The après ski experience is a Whistler tradition where outdoor patios buzz with excitement amid a mix of music, drinks and friends sharing tales, tall and otherwise, from the day.

When the sun goes down Whistler’s nightlife scene comes alive. Nightclubs with DJs and dancing always draw a party crowd. Or if you’re looking to wind it down a notch, jazz bars, lounges, cozy pubs, and candlelight fondue dinners are your ticket. Talk to our Ski Express consultants and find out all the best places to go on what nights!

Sensational Shopping  

You’ll find more than 200 eclectic shops throughout Whistler including contemporary art galleries, souvenir and gift shops, sporting equipment and rental stores, jewellery and accessory shops and apparel retailers.

Getting There
Closest International Airport: Vancouver (a scenic 2.5 hrs drive). Frequent shuttles from Vancouver Airport to Whistler/Blackcomb from $75 one way per adult. Alamo rental cars are available from Vancouver Airport and Hertz is available from Vancouver Airport and Whistler.

Image: Randy Lincks