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Experience the great Canadian outdoors in Whistler. With two mountains to explore that's twice as much fun to be had. Nestled at the bottom of the mountains you'll find charming Whistler Village, a great home base filled with shops, restaurants and nightlife.

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Overview

At the base of the mountains, you'll find Whistler Village, a charming pedestrian-only area filled with everything you need to enjoy your stay. The village is broken up into three areas, Village North, the main hub of the village and where the Olympic Plaza is located. Village Center is closest to Whistler Mountain and Upper Village has the closest access to Blackcomb Mountain. Combined, the mountains offer over 200 trails, welcoming snow lovers of all skill levels. While skiing and snowboarding may be the most popular snow sports, Whistler offers numerous other snow sports, like tubing, snowmobiling, snowshoeing and even dog sledding. If you find yourself up here during the summer months don't worry, there's still so much to do. Snow trails turn into hiking and biking trails, fishing and white water rafting are also available. No matter the season, Whistler is a beautiful place to visit.

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Before You Go

Airport Check-In: It is recommended that you reconfirm your flight information and check in for your flights at the airline’s website 24 hours prior to your scheduled departure. Please bring all your final documents with you. It is important to arrive at the airport at least 90 minutes prior to departure for all domestic flights, and three hours prior to departure for international flights.

Required Documents: Canadian citizens must travel with valid government-issued photo identification (such as an enhanced driver’s license). Rules are subject to change at any time, without notice. For the most current information, visit the website for Public Safety Canada at https://travel.gc.ca/air/identification-requirements. Special travel documents are required for children traveling with or without their parents. If you are traveling with children, please check with the airline or cruise line prior to departure. If you are not a Canadian citizen, you must contact the consulate of the country you are visiting.

Newlywed Information: Tickets and other travel documents must exactly match your current passport and other identification. If not, you could be denied boarding and no refund will be forthcoming. For requirements and information regarding marriages performed in a foreign country, please visit the consulate of the particular country.

Honeymoon Packages: Some hotels require you to present a marriage certificate or licence for you to receive the honeymoon package. Please bring your marriage documentation with you if you are traveling on a honeymoon package.

Minors: If a minor (under 18) is traveling, please provide the appropriate travel documents for the trip. Review required documents here, https://travel.gc.ca/travelling/children/children-travel.

Luggage: Baggage allowances and fees vary by airline. For airline baggage fees and policies please visit https://www.costcotravel.ca/Info/Airline-Baggage. If baggage fees do apply, this cost will be additional and must be paid directly to the airline.

Duty Free/Customs: When returning to Canada the duty-free allowance may vary by country. Please visit https://travel.gc.ca/returning/customs for more information.

Travel Health Information: For the most current worldwide health information, consult your family physician or https://travel.gc.ca for advice and advisories.

General Safety Tips: By taking a few simple security precautions before and during your vacation, you can help ensure that you, your traveling companions, and your valuables are as safe and secure as possible.
  • To make it easier to replace your passport if it’s lost or stolen, in addition to your passport, take a photocopy of your passport information page (keeping it separate from your actual passport).
  • Carry only a limited amount of cash, just enough for gratuities and incidental purchases. Major credit cards are widely accepted and can be replaced if lost or stolen.
  • Always lock your hotel room door (including patio and balcony door on any level of the building) and use the peephole before opening the door.
  • Store your valuables (such as cash, credit cards and airline tickets) in the hotel’s in-room safe or front desk safety deposit box.
  • If you must carry valuables on your person, do so in a pouch or money belt concealed under your clothing. Purses and backpacks can be easy targets for thieves.
  • For complete and current safety and security information, including travelers' tips, public announcements, travel advisories and more, please visit the Government of Canada official website at https://travel.gc.ca.

Climate:
Average Celsius Temperature:
  • December through February: 0° to 3° (Winter)
  • March through May: 7° to 18° (Spring)
  • June through August: 19° to 24° (Summer)
  • September through November: 19° to 4° (Autumn)

Water Safety: Tap water is safe to drink.

Tipping: A 15 - 20% tip is customary for service. At All-Inclusive hotels, gratuities are generally included in the vacation price.

Local Currency: CAD

Currency Information: Banks and most hotels have currency exchange facilities. Major credit cards are also accepted.

Electricity: 110 volts, North America Standard

Time Zone: Pacific Daylight Time

Local Language: English

Transportation: Rental cars, private transfers, ridesharing services, taxis and buses are available. To determine time schedules for public transportation, please inquire at your hotel. Winter driving conditions are expected, and winter tires are highly recommended on all vehicles.

Top Experiences

  • Whistler Blackcomb : This famous ski resort is North America's biggest with 8,100 acres of snow-covered wonderland. If there's a snow sport to be done, you can do it here, it's not just skiing and snowboarding up here. Sign up for dog sledding, snowshoeing, tubing, snowmobiling and even zip lining. You really don't need to be an Olympic champion to enjoy this mountain.

  • Peak 2 Peak Gondola : Linking the two mountains, Whistler Mountain and Blackcomb Mountain, this high flying gondola soars 1,430 feet high making it a tourist attraction in its own right.

  • Lost Lake : Like a lot of Canadian parks, this one too can be enjoyed in winter and summer alike. Cross-country skiing and snowshoeing trails turn into lovely hiking paths in the summer and the beach is there year-round, it's just up to you if you want to take a polar bear plunge or wait until the sun warms things up a bit more.

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