Nearest ski resort to Vancouver in January.
Apr 14th, 2005, 12:22 AM
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Nearest ski resort to Vancouver in January.
We are planning a trip which will include a week on the West Coast flying into Vancouver. Can anyone give me some guidance in regard to whether I should aim at early january or late January. Any suggestions for a Ski resort that is easily accessible from Vancouver. We are intermediate skiers.
Apr 14th, 2005, 02:30 AM
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I can only speek for Whistler (I have no experience with Vancouver mountains). After new year it does not make a big difference, if you ski early or late January. Maybe you have some more daylight end of Januray. I know, that Whistler offers skipsecials during January and you can have some savings if you choose the specials. Take a look on www.whistlerblackcomb.com
It might also be an advantage to ski during mid week, as the weekends can be more busy, but Whistler has ssuch wide mountains, that I would not expect to many people there (mountain restaurants can be busy).
FYI: There is also a small skiing area on Vancouver Island.
It might also be an advantage to ski during mid week, as the weekends can be more busy, but Whistler has ssuch wide mountains, that I would not expect to many people there (mountain restaurants can be busy).
FYI: There is also a small skiing area on Vancouver Island.
Apr 14th, 2005, 07:25 AM
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Whistler is very close to Vancouver. It is served by bus & train from Vancouver. You can also reach Whistler with a rental car. It is also possible to fly in to Whistler by heli-service (& charter plan service) from Vancouver. Take a look under www.tourismwhistler.com (getting here)
Apr 14th, 2005, 08:12 AM
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There is a regular sceduled Bus Service from YVR, (Vancouver Airport), to Whistler. I don't even think reservations are necessary - just ask where the Whistler bus is after you collect your luggage. You can check them out at www.perimeterbus.com. It's about 3 hours from YVR to Whistler.
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Whistler-Blackcomb has more than double the terrain of Sunshine, and a great pedestrian only village at the base.
Our favorite place to stay in Whistler is the Pan Pacific, a 30 foot walk from the Blackcomb gondola.
Our favorite place to stay in Whistler is the Pan Pacific, a 30 foot walk from the Blackcomb gondola.
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