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2011 marks the 19th anniversary of Whistler’s WinterPRIDE. The celebration features a full slate of events from dog sledding and snowmobiling adventures to wine tasting, a pool party, snowball dance, fantastic skiing and snowboarding and everything in-between.
Thursday, December 23, 2010
Wednesday, December 15, 2010
Whistler wins again
WHISTLER BLACKCOMB TOPS ANNUAL RESORT RANKINGS
Whistler Blackcomb claims top spot in Condé Nast Traveler, FREESKIER Magazine, and Outside Magazine
WHISTLER, BC, December 10, 2010 – Consistently ranked as No. 1, Whistler Blackcomb tops mountain resort rankings once again this season. Whistler Blackcomb placed in the top three in six “overall” award categories including:
No. 1 “Best Place to Ski & Stay in North America” - Condé Nast Traveler’s annual readers’ poll (fourth consecutive)
No. 1 “Top Resort in North America” - FREESKIER Magazine (third consecutive)
No. 1 “Top Ski Resort in North America” - Outside Magazine.
No. 1 “Favorite Overall” – Onthesnow.com
No. 1 “Ski runs & Lodges” – National Geographic - “10 Best Book”
No. 3 “Top Resort in North America” - Transworld Snowboard Magazine
No. 3 “Top Ski Resort in North America - Ski Magazine
Whistler Blackcomb has also been recognized as the No. 1 resort in the world for Facebook fans with over 56,000 fans, the largest and most interactive of any ski resort.
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Whistler Blackcomb claims top spot in Condé Nast Traveler, FREESKIER Magazine, and Outside Magazine
WHISTLER, BC, December 10, 2010 – Consistently ranked as No. 1, Whistler Blackcomb tops mountain resort rankings once again this season. Whistler Blackcomb placed in the top three in six “overall” award categories including:
No. 1 “Best Place to Ski & Stay in North America” - Condé Nast Traveler’s annual readers’ poll (fourth consecutive)
No. 1 “Top Resort in North America” - FREESKIER Magazine (third consecutive)
No. 1 “Top Ski Resort in North America” - Outside Magazine.
No. 1 “Favorite Overall” – Onthesnow.com
No. 1 “Ski runs & Lodges” – National Geographic - “10 Best Book”
No. 3 “Top Resort in North America” - Transworld Snowboard Magazine
No. 3 “Top Ski Resort in North America - Ski Magazine
Whistler Blackcomb has also been recognized as the No. 1 resort in the world for Facebook fans with over 56,000 fans, the largest and most interactive of any ski resort.
See some of the great deals we have for you to visit Whislter
Tuesday, April 20, 2010
news from Canada - a round up
What was originally a whistle stop tour around several resorts has been somewhat extended by the Volcanic Ash Cloud preventing flights back to the U.K. This cloud does, however, have a silver lining in that it has allowing me to see a few more of our properties and also to sneek in a bit more time on the slopes.
My visit started in Jasper,
more of which later, after a pleasant flight to Edmonton. The second stop on my visit was to Sun Peaks, enjoying some good ski conditions and virtually deserted slopes. The Delta offers a great base right on the slopes, but much of the accommodation is within a few steps of the piste or the village's ski through pathway. Top tips - try breakfast at Memories in the Cahilty Lodge or grab a superb coffee at Bolacco's. Looking around the Hearthstone and the various town home and condos. we have available, such as the delightful Stone's Throw, showed me that the resort offers plenty of scope for all budgets and requirements in terms of accommodation.
On the slopes, you can find whatever you are looking for - glorious tree-lined groomers on Mount Morrisey and Sundance, some challenging blues below the Sunburst Express and some tougher terrain too - Headwalls, Spillway and Sting of particular note for Black Diamond enthusiasts and a few steeps and glades too. My favourite run however has to be the winding blue run through the trees on The Other Way.
Departing the snows of Sun Peaks, I found myself in the sunshine of the valley, before heading to Kamloops, only 45 minutes from the resort.
More to follow!
My visit started in Jasper,
more of which later, after a pleasant flight to Edmonton. The second stop on my visit was to Sun Peaks, enjoying some good ski conditions and virtually deserted slopes. The Delta offers a great base right on the slopes, but much of the accommodation is within a few steps of the piste or the village's ski through pathway. Top tips - try breakfast at Memories in the Cahilty Lodge or grab a superb coffee at Bolacco's. Looking around the Hearthstone and the various town home and condos. we have available, such as the delightful Stone's Throw, showed me that the resort offers plenty of scope for all budgets and requirements in terms of accommodation.
On the slopes, you can find whatever you are looking for - glorious tree-lined groomers on Mount Morrisey and Sundance, some challenging blues below the Sunburst Express and some tougher terrain too - Headwalls, Spillway and Sting of particular note for Black Diamond enthusiasts and a few steeps and glades too. My favourite run however has to be the winding blue run through the trees on The Other Way.
Departing the snows of Sun Peaks, I found myself in the sunshine of the valley, before heading to Kamloops, only 45 minutes from the resort.
More to follow!
Monday, March 29, 2010
It is still snowing - 18 cms yesterday
Vast dumps in Whistler this weekend - there is still time for some excellent spring skiing. The Mountain is open until May 24th.
This has been the 3rd snowiest season on record - a fantastic 42 Feet!!
Monday, March 01, 2010
Vancouver 2010
Back at my desk after a fantastic two weeks in Canada - although the sun is shining and much as I love my job, I cannot say I am pleased to be back:)
It was the most amazing trip on all levels. I have not skied for 36 years (due to a fractured back) but my friends at Big White persuaded me that I could. So with much trepidation, I took to the nursery slopes; much to my amazement, I found that I had not forgotten all I knew and with the "new" skis, I was soon on the main chair lift under sunny skies with a grin from ear to ear!. After an excellent lunch I returned to my apartment at the Stonebridge Lodge, sank gratefully into the hot tub and then went for a massage - what a fabulous day!!
From Big White, I flew to Vancouver and after a couple of days relaxing with friends went down town to sample the Olympic fever that swept the city. It was absolutely amazing; the weather - the warmest for 100 years, the crowds - all good humoured and mostly dressed in Olympic or Canada logo wear - there were just seas of red! There was such a feeling of joie de vivre and excitement; free concerts and all sort of entertainment around the city. I was lucky enough to get tickets for the men's figure skating and the ice dance. Both events were full but the queues to get in were minimal and everything was brilliantly organised.
After 3 days in the city, I headed up the newly completed Sea to Sky Highway to Whistler - just as beautiful as the old road but a lot faster and safer. The village was looking stunning - decorations everywhere - the trees lit with bronze, silver and gold lights; the sun was shining and full of people enjoying themselves!! Again free concerts everynight and an amazing sense of energy. I was staying at the Evolution in Creekside and was struck how much this part of Whistler has changed; lots of restaurants, a good supermarket and so easy to get into Whistler village - just $2 and a 5 minute bus ride and you are there - during the day of course, you can take the lift up Whistler amd ski down into the village
The next day, I took a private instructor (so worth while) and surprised myself by being able to ski off both the Peak Chair and Harmony, not elegantly to be sure, but at least I was on the mountain! There was not a cloud in the sky, the snow was phenomenal, beautifully groomed and I had one of the best days of my life!
It was the most amazing trip on all levels. I have not skied for 36 years (due to a fractured back) but my friends at Big White persuaded me that I could. So with much trepidation, I took to the nursery slopes; much to my amazement, I found that I had not forgotten all I knew and with the "new" skis, I was soon on the main chair lift under sunny skies with a grin from ear to ear!. After an excellent lunch I returned to my apartment at the Stonebridge Lodge, sank gratefully into the hot tub and then went for a massage - what a fabulous day!!
From Big White, I flew to Vancouver and after a couple of days relaxing with friends went down town to sample the Olympic fever that swept the city. It was absolutely amazing; the weather - the warmest for 100 years, the crowds - all good humoured and mostly dressed in Olympic or Canada logo wear - there were just seas of red! There was such a feeling of joie de vivre and excitement; free concerts and all sort of entertainment around the city. I was lucky enough to get tickets for the men's figure skating and the ice dance. Both events were full but the queues to get in were minimal and everything was brilliantly organised.
After 3 days in the city, I headed up the newly completed Sea to Sky Highway to Whistler - just as beautiful as the old road but a lot faster and safer. The village was looking stunning - decorations everywhere - the trees lit with bronze, silver and gold lights; the sun was shining and full of people enjoying themselves!! Again free concerts everynight and an amazing sense of energy. I was staying at the Evolution in Creekside and was struck how much this part of Whistler has changed; lots of restaurants, a good supermarket and so easy to get into Whistler village - just $2 and a 5 minute bus ride and you are there - during the day of course, you can take the lift up Whistler amd ski down into the village
The next day, I took a private instructor (so worth while) and surprised myself by being able to ski off both the Peak Chair and Harmony, not elegantly to be sure, but at least I was on the mountain! There was not a cloud in the sky, the snow was phenomenal, beautifully groomed and I had one of the best days of my life!
The next day it was time to don snowshoes for a walk in the forest before heading off to the Callaghan Valley 
for the cross country relay race - those athletes are just so fit it is scary. We had great seats and could see most of the course; the place was crowded and the atmosphere was amazing; cow bells, shouts, whistles - the lot! My only complaint was that I did not have enough sun screen and got sunburnt! Off to the Celebration Plaza to see Amy Williams collect her Gold Medal; I felt amazingly proud watching the Union Jack slowly rise up the flag pole. The day ended with a good dinner and lots of excellent Canadian wine with friends and colleagues from Whistler.
The following day, it was snowing, so conditions for the athletes on the Men's Grand Slalom were not quite so easy; but it was a great race and really exciting watching the speed that these men reached. They seemed so much faster than when you see them on Ski Sunday:)
The day and unfortunately, the stay, finished with a sleigh ride and a wonderful fondue dinner at the Fairmont Chateau Whistler. A memorable 2 weeks.
Thursday, February 11, 2010
Vancouver 2010
I am off to Big White tomorrow and then to Vancouver and Whistler - woo hoo
Should be awesome - will send over some updates.
Should be awesome - will send over some updates.
Wednesday, January 06, 2010
Revelstoke
Revelstoke Mountain Resort - British Columbia
For decades, helicopter and cat skiers from around the world have flocked to Revelstoke, BC, attracted by its perfect powder, varied alpine terrain and quaint mountain community. Selkirk Tangiers Heli Skiing was the company of choice for guests who wanted the ultimate heli ski vacation, with over 50 feet of annual snow, 200,000 hectares (500,000 acres) of exclusive terrain and a long family history of guiding excellence.
Now, in addition to Selkirk Tangier Heli Skiing, there is another way to ski or snowboard Revelstoke's epic terrain - at Revelstoke Mountain Resort
Heading into the third season of operations, RMR boasts North America's highest lift-serviced vertical at 1,713 metres (5620 ft), 3031 acres of fall line skiing, high alpine bowls, 13 areas of gladed terrain and phenomenal groomed terrain. Revelstoke Mountain Resort is also the only resort world-wide to offer lift, cat, heli and backcountry skiing from one village base. Across our group of companies, that include RMR, Revelstoke Cat Skiing and Selkirk Tangiers Heli Skiing, skiers and snowboarders have access to a total of 515,000 acres of terrain.
Upon completion, the Resort will offer more than 20 lifts and over 100 ski and snowboard runs, transforming the area into a world-class destination. The four-season resort will include over 5,000 new housing units (1,500 resort condominiums, 2,000 hotel suites, 850 townhomes and 550 single-family lots), as well as more than 500,000 square feet of commercial and retail space, plus the signature Nick Faldo-designed resort-style golf course.
Revelstoke Mountain Resort is already moving into its next phase with the launch of summer operations, beginning in July 2010.
For decades, helicopter and cat skiers from around the world have flocked to Revelstoke, BC, attracted by its perfect powder, varied alpine terrain and quaint mountain community. Selkirk Tangiers Heli Skiing was the company of choice for guests who wanted the ultimate heli ski vacation, with over 50 feet of annual snow, 200,000 hectares (500,000 acres) of exclusive terrain and a long family history of guiding excellence.
Now, in addition to Selkirk Tangier Heli Skiing, there is another way to ski or snowboard Revelstoke's epic terrain - at Revelstoke Mountain Resort
Heading into the third season of operations, RMR boasts North America's highest lift-serviced vertical at 1,713 metres (5620 ft), 3031 acres of fall line skiing, high alpine bowls, 13 areas of gladed terrain and phenomenal groomed terrain. Revelstoke Mountain Resort is also the only resort world-wide to offer lift, cat, heli and backcountry skiing from one village base. Across our group of companies, that include RMR, Revelstoke Cat Skiing and Selkirk Tangiers Heli Skiing, skiers and snowboarders have access to a total of 515,000 acres of terrain.
Upon completion, the Resort will offer more than 20 lifts and over 100 ski and snowboard runs, transforming the area into a world-class destination. The four-season resort will include over 5,000 new housing units (1,500 resort condominiums, 2,000 hotel suites, 850 townhomes and 550 single-family lots), as well as more than 500,000 square feet of commercial and retail space, plus the signature Nick Faldo-designed resort-style golf course.
Revelstoke Mountain Resort is already moving into its next phase with the launch of summer operations, beginning in July 2010.
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