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Essentials
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Resort Height
675m (2,214ft)
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Transfer time
Vancouver 2 hrs 30 mins.
Coach transfers included, car hire and private transfers available at a supplement. -
Typical costs
• coffee €1.50 • coke €1.50 • beer €3 • large pizza €12 • bottle of house wine €16 • sandwich €3
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Glacier High Altitude Guaranteed Snow
glacier resort
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Fly from
Dublin and Cork via London
Good for...
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Advanced Ski Rating
5
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Intermediates Ski Rating
5
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Beginners Ski Rating
4
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Snowboarding Rating
4
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So what's it like?
Canadian skiing at its best, perfect for all abilities
Host of the 2010 Winter Olympics and consistently ranked number one ski resort in North American, Whistler is hard to beat. Sitting side by side Whistler and Blackcomb Mountain each boast over 100 runs and are blessed with 10 metres of snow in an average season. The slopes run down into the village where you will find lively après-ski just steps away, with nightlife running into the early hours. The village offers a wealth of shops and a range of dining and accommodation options to suit all tastes and budgets. Money Savers - Top Offers
Fairmont Chateau Whistler: Book by Aug 31: up to 50% off accommodation
Four Seasons Whistler: Book by Aug 31: up to 30% off accommodation, double upgrade and $400 hotel credit which can be used at the restuarant, bar or spa.
Westin Whistler: Book by Aug 31: up to 50% off accommodation for stays of 10+ nights & up to 40% off for stays of 7
Whistler Village Condos: Book by Aug 31: up to 40% off accommodation
Call 01 4331080 to bookSki information
Ski Information Beginners
Beautiful scenic runs gently meander down the mountain and finish off at the village so a well earned 'pick-me-up' will definitely be the order of the day.
Ski Information Intermediates
Enjoy skiing on slopes groomed to velvety perfection and beautiful long cruising runs, not to mention the incredibly spectacular scenery. Take the Peak chairlift to the top of Whistler mountain and enjoy the blue Peak to Creek run.
Ski Information Advanced
The 12 massive high alpine bowls offering endless off-piste challenges and oceans of powder. The 3 glaciers ensure 100% guaranteed snow all season. Recommended is the Blackcomb Glacier, accessed by Spanky's ladder and Whistler, West, Bagel and the new Flute bowls for some powder skiing.
Nightlife
Probably the best après-ski and nightlife of any Canadian resort • lively post ski drinks at the GLC or Longhorn at Whistler base, Merlin’s at Blackcomb and Dusty’s at Creekside - which is where the locals go • for something a little more refined an après ski drink around the fire pits at the Fairmont is worth it and the bars at the Hilton and Four Seasons are very nice • later on the Brew House is where to head if there’s a hockey match on but all the bars within the village are pretty good • for clubs Mojos and Garfinkel are always popular
Activities
· Heli-skiing and sightseeing · Cross-country skiing · Sleigh rides · Snowshoeing · Snowmobiling · Zip trekking · Excellent shopping · Spectacular mountain-top sightseeing · Trips to Vancouver and local ice hockey matches
Eating out
A huge range and types of restaurants and all of which are really well priced • if you’re after cheap and cheerful then there’s plenty on offer, the Spaghetti Factory or Longhorn Saloon are popular • for really good Canadian fare (ribs, wings, nachos etc etc!) head to the Brew House • the Mongolie Grill and Sushi Village are good fun • massive range of fine dining restaurants, personal favourites would have to be the Aubergine Grill at the Westin and Sidecut at the Four Seasons
Other information - Cities
Ski Weddings
Make your vows in Whistler the perfect wedding destination. Choose from a unique setting on the slopes an idyllic park setting or in the warmth at the Edgewater Lodge. Call reservations on 4331080.Representatives (Reps)
There will be no Crystal representatives in Whistler before 10th December but you can still enjoy that early season snow. Transfers are available as are pre-bookable ski packs. Full information will be sent out with your flight tickets.
Weddings
Whistler is perfect for the most romantic or unique wedding. From the luxury of the Fairmont Chateau Whistler to a wedding atop Whistler ski area the locations available offer a wedding to remember.
For more information call reservations on 01 4331080Families
Family choice
The Whistler Kids Ski & Snowboard School offers daily group lessons for all ages and abilities. Ski programmes start from 3-17 years with 5 day courses from Monday to Friday and two day courses over the weekend. Snowboard programmes start from 6 years - teens. All day programmes include lunch. Infant and toddler care is available for ages 3 months - 36 months from C$95.
Snow Savers
• Pre-book your lift pass by 31/08 and receive up to 50% discount against Window Rates:
• Kids Ski Free – one child aged 12 and under will ski for free on each adult lift pass
All above offers are not valid for arrivals 20/12-01/01.
• Equipment hire: Pre-book equipment hire and receive a 33% discount against resort rates.
• Kids Ski Free – for children aged 12 and under with each adult pre-booking a lift pass for the same duration.
• Kids Rent Free: FREE equipment hire for children 12 and under with each adult pre-booking rental equipment for the same duration. Not applicable to boots only or beginner skis/board only rental. Kids ski and rent free is not valid between 19/12 and 01/01.
Please note offers are only available when you pre-book before travel
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