| Whistler is a resort town in British Columbia, Canada, | | | | (either private or communal). There are some |
| approximately 125km north of Vancouver. Whistler has | | | | self-catering 1-2 bedroom townhouses which come |
| a population of nearly 10,000 people, and a further 2 | | | | fully equipped with gas fire, Jacuzzi bath tub, and |
| million visit every year, primarily to go alpine-skiing and | | | | private hot tub. Other accommodation on offer |
| mountain-biking on Whistler and Blackcomb mountains - | | | | includes cabins, condos and cottages, and many of |
| when the snow melts, the ski trails double up as | | | | these offer little touches of luxury such as a patio; |
| exciting mountain-bike tracks. This ski resort is rated as | | | | sauna; hot tub; heated outdoor pool and free |
| one of the top five in North America, and will play host | | | | underground parking. |
| to the 2010 Winter Olympics alpine and sledding | | | | There are also many shared lodges in and around |
| events. | | | | Whistler offering both accommodation and meals and |
| Whistler village is pedestrian-only. You can park the car | | | | these provide the best of both worlds, combining the |
| just outside, and once in the village everything is within | | | | privacy of self-catering accommodation with the luxury |
| easy reach, such as telephones, public toilets and | | | | of having your meals taken care of. For instance, |
| visitor centres. The village is a safe and relaxing place | | | | Whistler boasts a stunning 12-bed lakeside lodge with |
| for all and a shopper's paradise, with plenty of shops; | | | | spacious rooms and full restaurant facilities. There is |
| boutiques; restaurants and bistros. | | | | also a lakeside spa and easy access to many tourist |
| It is a combination of special factors that draws visitors | | | | attractions, including the famous Nicklaus North golf |
| to Whistler: the magnificent terrain, excellent snow and | | | | course. |
| exciting nightlife. Whistler also has a lot to offer the | | | | The resort of Whistler-Blackcomb offers privately |
| keen golfer; it is home to four award-winning golf | | | | owned suites at competitive prices, with many having |
| courses. | | | | ski in/ski out facilities. These include 1-4 bed lofts, |
| The question is - where is the best place to stay in | | | | condominiums and townhouses and these are ideally |
| Whistler? The tourist is spoilt for choice as there are | | | | situated near the lifts and the village. There is a free |
| many fine condos, chalets and lodges to choose from. | | | | shuttle bus from some types of accommodation which |
| Whether you wish to stay in a communal lodge or are | | | | takes passengers to the base of both Whistler and |
| looking for something more private, there is something | | | | Blackcomb mountains. |
| for everyone. | | | | Wherever you choose to stay and whatever type of |
| There are many luxury self-catering vacation homes | | | | accommodation to choose, all lodges offer luxury, |
| and chalets in and around Whistler village. These range | | | | comfort and classy surroundings as standard, making |
| from 2 bedrooms to 6 bedrooms, so they can | | | | your stay in Whistler a truly unforgettable experience. |
| accommodate any size of party, and all boast hot tubs | | | | |