The Canadian Adventure

Whistler, in the province of British Columbia in Canada, is a popular skiing destination near Vancouver. The city will host most of the ski events for the 2010 Winter Olympics and is consistently ranked as one of the top three ski destinations in North America. With more than 5,000 feet of vertical drop and 8,000 acres of ski trails, it is one of the largest ski resorts on the continent.

During the summer time the skiing paradise turns into a biker's paradise. Single trails and fast race tracks with spectacular jumps can be reached comfortably by the chair lift carrying both biker and bike. Whistler also offers some excellent sport and climbing. There are a number of companies that specialize in outdoor adventure travel such as whitewater rafting on the Green or Elaho Rivers and ATV (all terrain vehicle) tours (to name a few examples). Depending on your particular tastes, some or all of these can be extremely entertaining and are generally professionally run.

Lost Lake Lodge is tucked into a quiet wooded setting on the edge of the Chateau Whistler Golf Course and Lost Lake Park, within walking distance to Blackcomb Village. This perfect location allows guests to access Lost Lake and its extensive trail system open year round for hiking, biking, in-line skating, and world class golfing at the Chateau Whistler Golf Course.

An authentic French crêperie, Crêpe Montagne has been a Whistler hotspot since it opened in the fall of 1997, and has always been the place to go for a European crêpe experience. In addition to the popular crêpe breakfast cuisine, The restaurant offers a comprehensive lunch and dinner menu with choices ranging from cheese fondues to Swiss raclettes (raclettes are a fun Swiss dish that are prepared at your table on a special grill). Après dinner fare includes a wide selection of sweet crêpes — a decadent end-of-the-evening treat!

Lost Lake Lodge is tucked into a quiet wooded setting on the edge of the Chateau Whistler Golf Course and Lost Lake Park, within walking distance to Blackcomb Village. This perfect location allows guests to access Lost Lake and its extensive trail system open year round for hiking, biking, in-line skating, and world class golfing at the Chateau Whistler Golf Course.

Whistler, in the province of British Columbia in Canada, is a popular skiing destination near Vancouver. The city will host most of the ski events for the 2010 Winter Olympics and is consistently ranked as one of the top three ski destinations in North America. With more than 5,000 feet of vertical drop and 8,000 acres of ski trails, it is one of the largest ski resorts on the continent.

During the summer time the skiing paradise turns into a biker's paradise. Single trails and fast race tracks with spectacular jumps can be reached comfortably by the chair lift carrying both biker and bike. Whistler also offers some excellent sport and climbing. There are a number of companies that specialize in outdoor adventure travel such as whitewater rafting on the Green or Elaho Rivers and ATV (all terrain vehicle) tours (to name a few examples). Depending on your particular tastes, some or all of these can be extremely entertaining and are generally professionally run.

Whistler, in the province of British Columbia in Canada, is a popular skiing destination near Vancouver. The city will host most of the ski events for the 2010 Winter Olympics and is consistently ranked as one of the top three ski destinations in North America. With more than 5,000 feet of vertical drop and 8,000 acres of ski trails, it is one of the largest ski resorts on the continent.

During the summer time the skiing paradise turns into a biker's paradise. Single trails and fast race tracks with spectacular jumps can be reached comfortably by the chair lift carrying both biker and bike. Whistler also offers some excellent sport and climbing. There are a number of companies that specialize in outdoor adventure travel such as whitewater rafting on the Green or Elaho Rivers and ATV (all terrain vehicle) tours (to name a few examples). Depending on your particular tastes, some or all of these can be extremely entertaining and are generally professionally run.

Steep's Grill is located in the Roundhouse. It is a step up from the general eating area, offering full waiter service and serving tasty West Coast cuisine that ranges from Caesar Salad and Salmon Chowder to various pasta dishes. Steep's Grill is always a hit for true romantics. Reservations are highly recommended.

Lost Lake Lodge is tucked into a quiet wooded setting on the edge of the Chateau Whistler Golf Course and Lost Lake Park, within walking distance to Blackcomb Village. This perfect location allows guests to access Lost Lake and its extensive trail system open year round for hiking, biking, in-line skating, and world class golfing at the Chateau Whistler Golf Course.

Whistler, in the province of British Columbia in Canada, is a popular skiing destination near Vancouver. The city will host most of the ski events for the 2010 Winter Olympics and is consistently ranked as one of the top three ski destinations in North America. With more than 5,000 feet of vertical drop and 8,000 acres of ski trails, it is one of the largest ski resorts on the continent.

During the summer time the skiing paradise turns into a biker's paradise. Single trails and fast race tracks with spectacular jumps can be reached comfortably by the chair lift carrying both biker and bike. Whistler also offers some excellent sport and climbing. There are a number of companies that specialize in outdoor adventure travel such as whitewater rafting on the Green or Elaho Rivers and ATV (all terrain vehicle) tours (to name a few examples). Depending on your particular tastes, some or all of these can be extremely entertaining and are generally professionally run.

Glacier Creek is located at the bottom of Jersey Cream Express and Glacier Express. It is a beautiful building providing excellent dining during your day on Blackcomb Mountain. The River Rock Grill- also located in the same building- offers market-style dining with endless choices - including sushi, stir-fry, burgers, and hot-pot noodles. Good energy food for the hill. Glacier Bite offers bistro-style counter service for sandwiches, quiche, soups and salads.

Mountainside Lodge is a ski-in/ski-out hotel located steps from the Whistler/Blackcomb gondolas and 85 miles from Vancouver International Airport. This location is also one block from the Village Square, six blocks from the Marketplace, 11 miles from Brandywine Falls and Park, and 20 miles from Nairn Falls and Pemberton. Hotel amenities include the 35-foot heated outdoor pool and spa tub, sauna, laundry facilities, and Trattoria di Umberto (Tuscan restaurant). All rooms feature gas fireplaces, full kitchens and dining areas, jetted tubs, pine furnishings,bathrobes, and free high speed internet.

Mountainside Lodge is a ski-in/ski-out hotel located steps from the Whistler/Blackcomb gondolas and 85 miles from Vancouver International Airport. This location is also one block from the Village Square, six blocks from the Marketplace, 11 miles from Brandywine Falls and Park, and 20 miles from Nairn Falls and Pemberton. Hotel amenities include the 35-foot heated outdoor pool and spa tub, sauna, laundry facilities, and Trattoria di Umberto (Tuscan restaurant). All rooms feature gas fireplaces, full kitchens and dining areas, jetted tubs, pine furnishings,bathrobes, and free high speed internet.

The Alpine Guides Bureau is Whistler's year-round guiding service for individuals and groups. They offer professional guiding for your adventure of choice: hiking, rock climbing, mountaineering, snowshoeing, backcountry skiing/snowboarding, and ice climbing. Hike along ridges, past waterfalls, gaze into valleys and reach for the summits on one of the breathtaking adventures offered through Alpine Guides Bureau. Looking for an adrenaline rush? Climb up or repel down great mountain rocks with the experts. Choose between an array of different styles to suit your climbing needs, that range from scrambling to rap jumping (repelling down face forward) to the Via Ferrata style, which uses already fixed cables and ladder rungs to make the ascent easier. However you choose to travel, abundant wildlife and panoramic vistas await you.

Tour buses whisk you 45 minutes south of Whistler to Brackendale - to the world's highest concentration of bald eagles. The best time to take in these birds is from November to February. The birds perch themselves on nearby trees and patiently wait for their next meal - fresh salmon swimming in the Squamish river. Then they swoop in for the catch. An awe-inspiring spectacle for all ages! Some tours include a narrated walking tour and binoculars. Dress warmly and don't forget your camera. Open daily from 9.30am.

Mountainside Lodge is a ski-in/ski-out hotel located steps from the Whistler/Blackcomb gondolas and 85 miles from Vancouver International Airport. This location is also one block from the Village Square, six blocks from the Marketplace, 11 miles from Brandywine Falls and Park, and 20 miles from Nairn Falls and Pemberton. Hotel amenities include the 35-foot heated outdoor pool and spa tub, sauna, laundry facilities, and Trattoria di Umberto (Tuscan restaurant). All rooms feature gas fireplaces, full kitchens and dining areas, jetted tubs, pine furnishings,bathrobes, and free high speed internet.

Tour buses whisk you 45 minutes south of Whistler to Brackendale - to the world's highest concentration of bald eagles. The best time to take in these birds is from November to February. The birds perch themselves on nearby trees and patiently wait for their next meal - fresh salmon swimming in the Squamish river. Then they swoop in for the catch. An awe-inspiring spectacle for all ages! Some tours include a narrated walking tour and binoculars. Dress warmly and don't forget your camera. Open daily from 9.30am.