ALOHA WHISTLER ACCOMMODATIONS BLOG

It isn’t difficult to understand why ArnoldPalmer chose Whistler for his first Canadian design. TheWhistler Golf Club’s 18 sprawling fairways are virtually surroundedby mountains rising up all around them. Unparalleled views ofWhistler and Blackcomb Mountains greet golfers at every turn. Ninelakes fed by two winding creeks, towering stands of ancient cedarand the course’s forested borders offer a spectacular backdrop, aswell as a home for black bear, coyote, beaver and an abundance offish and bird life.

Whistler Golf & Country Club has beendubbed “the thinking man’s course”, although itis not the dominating course that some of the other Whistlercourses have become. Its choice of three tee boxes, and spacious,undulating greens, mean that golfers of all levels will enjoy around at Whistler Golf & Country Club.

Course Features

• Palmer’s Gallery Bar & Grill
• Tournament and corporate services specialists
• On site wedding and reception venues
• Custom club fitting and repair centre
• Learning & Performance Centre
• 150-seat licensed, indoor/patio dining facility
• Golf shop featuring latest in equipment and apparel
• On-course licensed, refreshment cart and halfway house
• Golf course GPS units

Whistler Golf Packages

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Grab your skis, board or bike and head to Whistler for some ofCanada’s premier sports festivals.

TELUS World Ski & Snowboard Festival

Celebrate 10 days of sports, music andfreeskiing during the TELUS World Ski & SnowboardFestival. The Vancouver Sun calls this festival a “blastof rock and awe,” with days full of eye-popping freeskiing eventsand après-ski action.

Held annually in April, the festival features pro-ski andsnowboard competitions, free daily concerts, film screening,photography viewings, family activities plus plenty of skiing andriding. Visit the Demo Park to try out the newest ski and snowboardmodels.

At night the atmosphere heats up with the Kokanee Freeride, ashowcase of Canadian musical talent. Free and ticketed events takeplace on Whistler and Blackcomb Mountains, throughout WhistlerVillage as well as in various other venues.

A word or two on your visit:

• No admission fee in effect to the festival
• Some free events require a lift ticket to reach competitionvenues
• Event tickets available at various locations in Whistler

CrankWorx

Several days, two wheels, and oneadrenaline rush – that’s CrankWorx. Whistler’s freeridemountain bike festival and a showcase offers some of the mostprogressive mountain biking on the planet. It’s also one ofCanada’s largest summer sport festivals.

Whistler Mountain Bike Park transforms into the hottest freerideplayground in the world when Crankworx comes to town. Freerideathletes compete for big time cash and prizes.

Watch world-class athletes rip up trails and down extremeverticals. The festival includes a concert series, professionaldemonstration shows and an exposition of the latest sports gearfrom top-rated mountain-bike manufacturers.

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Whistler and area offers incredible fishingyear-round! Let our expert guides plan the fishing tripand guide you on one of Whistler’s historic rivers or alpinelakes.

Each trip is special in that we cater to your schedule andfishing needs, planning an outing that will give you an explorationof freshwater fishing.

Year Round Whistler Fishing

• Year-Round:
  Rainbow Trout, Dolly Varden, Cutthroat Trout
• Winter/Spring:
  Steelhead
• Summer/Fall:
  Salmon (summer – odd years only)

Whether you float tube a scenic alpine lake or walk and wade apristine glacial-fed river, fishing is an activity that can beenjoyed year round in Whistler and surrounding area byeveryone.

Fishing trips vary depending on the season and trip youchoose.

A Wide Variety of Fishing Trip and Tours

• Year-round heli-fishing
• Wildlife encounters
• 4 x 4 terrain adventure to a backcountry river or lake
• walks through coastal rain forest
• driving through mountain ranges
• flying by helicopter to some of British Columbia’s beautifulcoastal rivers.

Whistler Fishing resources

Valley Fishing Guides Ltd.

Providing Vancouver, Squamish, Pemberton & Whistler flyfishing guide service since 2000.

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Although Whistler is an outdoor sportsmecca, several indoor facilities will allow you to keepyour training habits and enjoy fitness classes. As usual, Whistlerprovides a variety of choices from the beginner classes toOlympic-level training.

Indoor Facilities

Many hotels offer their own fitness and weightsrooms, and several accommodation complexes provideessentials in terms of conditioning equipment.

f you are looking for a large sports centre that offers all themain fitness machines, weights and more, you can choose between TheCore, located in the Village, or the Meadow Park Sports Centre inthe Alpine Meadow sector. The first is a fitness facility featuringan indoor climbing area with easy from professional routes,weights, cardio, fitness and yoga classes and equipment.

There is also a Kids’ Adventure Centre, helpful on a rainyafternoon or for an introduction to rock climbing. The second,Meadow Park, provides endless possibilities. With an indoor pooland kids pool (including lazy river and rope swing!), hot tub,steam room, ice rink arena, fitness studio, weight room and squashcourt, you will enjoy a top-of-the-art training centre.

Join a Class – Fitness, Yoga and More

If you prefer a group environment and want to discover anew activity, both locations offer a wide range drop-inclasses. Meadow Park Sports Centre schedules aerobics, step,pilates and boxfit classes and circuit-training. The Core offersspin, ball fit, pilates, cardio, weight, runner fit, core and yogaclasses in its fitness studio, as well as climbing lessons on theindoor climbing wall. The Solarice Spa located in the Village alsofeatures a yoga studio with a variety of Yoga, Pilates, Tai Chi,and Meditation classes.

Locations & Registration

• Meadow Park Sports Centre is opened seven days a week, from 6am to 10 pm.
  Call 1-604-935-PLAY (7529) for schedule and to book a class
• For The Core, call 604-905-7625 or visit www.whistlercore.com
• There are two locations for the Solarice Spa. You can contactthem at 
  1-604-966-0888 or 604-935-1222 or visit the website www.solarice.com

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Perspective is everything. Take in a birdseye view of the majestic Whistler Valley and surroundingarea with your own heli-tour including Whistler Resort, Blackcomband Whistler Mountains and the best of Garibaldi Park.

A Bird’s Eye View of Glaciers, Lakes & Mountains

The Coast Mountains of western Canada are onthe most glaciated regions in the world and your scenic flight willtake you on a journey of discover to these timeless places.

Experience the last ice age and trek across one of the regions12,000 year-old glaciers to marvel at stunning ice formations.

Don’t forget your camera !

The view encompasses the coastal range as far as the eye cansee, including glacial flows, peaks, rivers and glacier fedlakes.

Whistler Heli-Tours include:

• Glacier tours and landings
• Glacier walking tours
• Heli-biking alpine access
• High alpine picnics

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When the weather isn’t cooperating or you just want to chillindoors there is plenty of things to do in Whistler.

The Core – Climbing,Fitness, Strength

At the heart of the Village, beneath streets and walkways, is aplace that embodies Whistler living.

The Core is Whistler’s premier fitness facility, created bylocals and designed for the world.

Our unique activity zones feature a huge climbing area, weights,cardio, fitness, yoga and Kids’ Adventure Centre.

So you can train for life in this crazy town, keep in shapewhile you’re visiting or drop off the kids for some supervised funand let them climb the walls. We’ll tailor experiences for groupsand individuals. We offer outdoor adventures too, with unmatchedlocal knowledge and experience.

Visit Whistler Core’s Website.

Kids Entertainment

Keeping smiles on the kids faces is pretty darn easy inWhistler, even when you aren’t on the slopes!

Movie Theatres & Arcades

Catch a little of bit of Hollywood after a hard day on theslopes or hit the video games!

Music

Whistler is home to excellent talent and of course brings insome of the country’s top musicians for your entertainment.

Night Clubs, Bars & Club

What can we say? Whistler nightlife is legendary and the clubsrock until the wee hours 7 days a week. Party til you drop! So manyspots to tuck into, that you will always be able to join a crowd orfind a quiet corner. Watch the crowds and have some fun!

Party Planners

There are few better places to throw a bash than Whistler. Letone of the resort’s professionals give you a hand.

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Whistler offers an incredible playgroundfor kids. Parents, enjoy some quality parent time in theresort, while your children are having the time of their lives withlicensed childcare staff.

Whistler Kids programs are designed with your children’s safetyand needs in mind. Featured activities build skills,self-confidence and friendships that last a lifetime. Relax and letyour kids discover the magic of Whistler.

Big Mountain Adventure for Children

Whistler Blackcomb Mountain offers great half-day, full-day ormulti-day kids’ programs throughout the spring and summer.Qualified instructors take your children on memorableadventures.

Whistler Kids Activities include:

• Gondola sightseeing
• Nature walks
• Arts and crafts
• Story time
• Cooking activities.

All full-day programs include lunch and three-day programsinclude special goodies to take home. Advanced bookings are highlyrecommended as these programs are extremely popular.

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The Whistler nightlife offers a variety ofapres, socializing and partying for all tastes.

When Dancing is Your Thing

• Garfinkel’s. Attracts a sports bar/hipster/over-20 followingwith a mixed baggie of indie rock hits, funky classics andhot-steppin’ dance tracks.
• Moe Joe’s. A smaller, more intimate form of Garf’s – similarclientele and music mix, but the atmosphere is uniquely theirown.
• Buffalo Bill’s. Attracts an over-30s crowd and also spices upthe scene with regular comedy nights and hypnotists.
• The Savage Beagle. A is split-level entertainmentestablishment. Sit upstairs, smoke a cigar while the dancers inyour group head downstairs.
• Tommy Africa’s. The fun bunch are often spotted on thespeakers. Young to 21 crowd.

Live Music

• The Dubh Linn Gate. An Irish pub atmosphere with livetraditional and modern Irish music every apres and every night ofthe week. All with no cover charge.
• Black’s Pub. Scotch and beer from the four corners of the worldoverlooking Whistler Village and the mountain base.
• The Crystal Lounge, Brandy’s, Monk’s and the Cinnamon Bear Bar.Relax in comfort, while local lone guitarists play yourrequests.
• Le Brasserie. A cozy pub environment in the Village square. Aprime people-watching location.

Beyond Apres

• Merlin’s. at the base of Blackcomb is a popular hang out forlocal mountain staff.
• Dusty’s. At the base of Whistler in Creekside.
• GLC and the Longhorn. In the Village… hip and happening.

Mellow

• Mallard Bar in the Chateau Whistler. There’s nothing likesipping a martini and posing as posh… unless of course youactually are.
• Tapley’s Pub. Low-key sports bar where the local working crewhang.
• Citta’s Bar. Central Village Square, Citta’s is a fantasticlocation to catch the action. In the summertime, its patio can’t bebeat.

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Whistler is theperfect location for indulging your mind and body. Anatural hub of active lifestyles, Whistler also provides pampering treatments and relaxation in more than 20 spas acrosstown.

Health & Wellness

Whether you are coming to Whistler during the summer orthe winter, there is no lack of choice for activities. Thenatural playground allows you to practice world-class skiing andsnowboarding, snowshoeing and cross-country skiing during the coldseason and mountain biking, wakeboarding, hiking or golfing duringthe warm months (amongst many others). After a day of playing inthe natural beauty of the surroundings, stretch and relax yourmuscles by a pilates or yoga class or enjoy alternative therapiesfor tired muscles.

Pampering & Relaxation

Tired bodies and minds will enjoy Whistler’s manyspas and salons for a well-deserved pampering session.Indulge in various massage therapy techniques, from ancient Easternmassages to an invigorating sport massage. Loll in natural mudwraps or enjoy the bliss of aromatic facials. Whistler provides youwith an endless choice of treatments and indulgences.

Spa & Wellness Services Offered in Whistler

• Authentic Scandinavian Spa & relaxing massages.
• Day spas for massage, pedicures, manicures, esthetics, facialsand signature treatments
• Physiotherapy and Chiropractic Clinics for rehabilitation andmassage therapy services
• Massage and Reflexology
• Hair Salons and Spas for hair cut andcolor, waxing, facials, massage, reiki, manicures andpedicures
• Hatha, Vinyasa, Ashtanga, and Restorative Yoga as well asPilates

For more information, visit www.whistlerwellness.ca where youwill find a list of spas and treatments.

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Whistler offers tennis and other racquet sportsyear-round.

Whistler Racquet Club

The Whistler Racquet Club is Whistler’s finest tennis facilityand the home of Whistler Tennis Camps. Tennis Resorts Online ranksWhistler Racquet Club in the World’s Top 10 Adult Tennis Camps andTop 75 Tennis Resorts! The Club offers a full slate of adult andjunior tennis programs.

Whistler Racquet Club amenities include:

• 3 indoor tennis courts
• 1 centre court
• 7 outdoor courts
• Pro shop & racquet stringing
• Certified tennis camp, lessons and coaching
• Seasonal pool & hot tub
• Exercise room

Whistler Public Courts

The Resort Municipality of Whistler offers public tennis courtsat three of its numerous parks. This includes public tennis atMeadow Park, Alpha Lake Park and Miller’s Pond Park.

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