Popularity Of The Whistler Ski Resort

It's always something of a shock to emerge frommagazine, has named Whistler the Number One Ski
the damp woods of British Columbia onto the brightResort in North America. The Daily Telegraph (UK)
hard candy of Whistler. Whistler Village is still basicallyranked Whistler 'Best Ski Resort in the World' in 2003.
a small sporting town with a gigantic ski area in itsSki magazine voted Whistler the 2nd best resort and
backyard (more gigantic than ever if you count theTransWorld SNOWboarding rated Whistler the best
nearly half-million acres of backcountry that makes upresort.
the Heli Skiing area). Come dusk, when the yellowWith a mile-high vertical rise, Whistler and Blackcomb
lights come on and the snowy peaks turn pink, theMountains are nothing short of the most remarkable
Village Stroll becomes a parade of apres-skiers. Theskiing experience. It is the largest ski able area in
2010 Olympics may crank the party and prestigeNorth America served by one of the most advanced
quota up another level, but the folks piling into allhigh speed lift system featuring 15 Express lifts in a
those cozy bars and restaurants are concerned onlytotal system of 33 lifts. It has the greatest vertical
with tomorrow's powder.rise of any ski resort in the continent. Twelve
Considered to be one of the top ski resorts in theincredible bowls, three glaciers, and more than 200
World, Whistler's growth in the last 10 years hasmarked trails offer skiers of every level and age
been astonishing. Whistler has a philosophy that thereendless enjoyment.
is 'something for everyone' from skiing andWhistler Blackcomb is regarded by many as the top
snowboarding in the Winter to mountain biking andski resort in the world, but why is this? On the
golfing in the summer, as well as other recreationalslopes, every level of skier and snowboarder is
activities such as shopping, dining, culture and arts.catered for -- every type of terrain imaginable can
With regards to accommodation Whistler not onlybe accessed by a fast and efficient lift system yet
offers ski-in / ski-out condos and chalets, it providesthe slopes remain relatively un-crowded. Off the
many other options suitable for all price ranges.slopes there are about 100 restaurants and about
Luxury property rentals in Whistler have become200 shops to try, and dozens of other sports and
increasingly popular as people seek convenience,leisure activities.
service and all their needs to be catered for, in theirToday, people come from all over the world to
need to escape for their hectic lifestyles.experience world class skiing and snowboarding in the
Accommodation in Whistler caters for all needs, fromWinter, and golf, hiking and mountain biking in the
intimate 1 bedroom cabins to decadent 6 bedroomSummer. Whistler is unique in offering such a diverse
mansion style houses catering for up to 20 people. Allrange of activities, of such a world class standard.
amenities are provided and careful thought has beenLuckily for the millions of visitors Whistler receives
given to ensure the guests stay in Whistler is aseach year there is plenty to choose from when it
enjoyable as they had hoped. Property rental incomes to accommodation In Whistler. Luxury whistler
Whistler is well advanced and therefore guests havechalets are prevalent for those who desire more
high expectations when choosing their luxurycomfort after a days skiing. Many of these Whistler
getaway in this corner of Canada.properties are ski in / ski out offering the best in
Its reputation precedes it - for the fifth time, one ofconvenience and luxury in Whistler.
America's most prominent ski magazines, Skiing