Canada Holidays in Whistler

Whistler is an excellent choice for a Canada holiday, whether in summer or winter. Take a look at our cheap flights to Canada.

Whistler, Canada

Whistler is an alpine style village 120km north of Vancouver. Picturesque and impressive, Whistler is a lovely Canada holiday destination. In the Coast Mountains, Whistler is a small resort town with just 7,200 inhabitants, but receives a yearly international influx of snow-seeking Canada holiday visitors. Skiing and snowboarding dominate the winter outlook in Whistler, but there is also a wealth of summer activities available for the Canada holiday visitor. Whistler’s European-style village offers great opportunities for fun, festivals, nightlife and shopping; a relaxing and exciting destination after your flight to Canada.

Fun on Your Canada Holiday in Whistler

The mountains at Whistler and Blackcomb have international significance as a winter sport destination and will be playing host to the 2010 Winter Olympics. On your Canada holiday to Whistler you can ski or snowboard into Whistler Village from the mountain and enjoy sophisticated spas and boutiques, top notch restaurants or raucous nightlife. During the summer, the renowned mountain bike park in Whistler comes into its own. Golf is also a popular and abundantly available pastime to be indulged in at Whistler. Natural parks with walking and hiking opportunities will satisfy the nature-seeker or the adventurer on a Canada holiday in Whistler. One thing is guaranteed on your Canada holiday in Whistler, summer or winter, there’s no time for boredom!

Festivals and events in Whistler, Canada

Music and art festivals abound at many different points throughout the year in Whistler. Sporting events are a huge focus, with tournaments and shows related to the winter sports scene or to mountain biking receiving much attention. Whistler’s status as venue for the Winter Olympics in 2010 has been the catalyst for many events that focus on or promote this accolade. Certainly the sporting mad will be well catered for on their Canada holiday in Whistler. However, there is also an active arts scene with exhibits, music and concerts being scheduled throughout both the summer and winter seasons for the more cultured Canada holiday visitor in Whistler.

Delectable Dining and Nightlife on Your Canada Holiday in Whistler

In Whistler there are dining opportunities to be had that suit every palate. Casual to elegant sophistication can be your dining experience on your Canada holiday, with every niche in between catered to in restaurant packed Whistler Village. After dinner, enjoy the Whistler nightlife which is almost as famous as the mountain. If it is a party you are after, Whistler will deliver in spades; if you fancy quiet sophistication, there will be a venue for you. If you want to kick back and relax with a cool drink whilst unwinding, there is a pub or lounge bar for your evening. Enjoy myriad ways to unwind in Whistler on your Canada holiday.

Whistler Weather – What to Expect on Your Canada Holiday

In winter, Whistler Mountain is buried under at least ten metres of snow. In May spring blooms through the frost, whilst in July temperatures can soar to 30 degrees centigrade. Truly a town of extremes, Whistler changes year round and offers the Canada holiday traveller an array of experiences.