When it comes to booking a world-class ski and ride vacation, it is tough to beat Whistler-Blackcomb. Not only is Whistler Blackcomb the largest ski area in North America, but the resort offers several avenues for saving big on your dream vacation.
From once-in-a-lifetime offerings like Ski or Ride with an Olympian, or more simple pleasures like winter sightseeing on the PEAK 2 PEAK Gondola, Whistler Blackcomb has it all. Once you enjoy the longest runs in North America, breathtaking mountain vistas, and majestic old-growth forests, you will return to Whistler Blackcomb time and again.
Snowfall
Located deep in the heart of the Pacific Northwest, the Coast Mountain Range is synonymous with huge amounts of snow. Importantly, the same weather that is responsible for the temperate rainforests of the region also contributes to the 450 in of snow Whistler Blackcomb receives each year.
Alpine Bowls
Whistler Blackcomb offers an abundance of skiing and riding options far above the treeline. With such lifts as Peak Express and Showcase T Bar topping out at an elevation over 7000 ft., you have access to near-endless skiing and riding in alpine bowls and glaciers. This alpine terrain will give you all the big mountain skiing and riding you can handle.
Terrain Parks
No world-class ski resort would be complete without best-in-class terrain park options. With a resident population of pro skiers and snowboarders, as well as a lively community of young shredders, the terrain parks at Whistler Blackcomb have something for everyone.
Terrain park options at Blackcomb and Whistler Mountains include:
- Big Easy Terrain Garden - Blackcomb
- Whistler Terrain Park - Blackcomb
- Highest Level Park - Blackcomb
- The School Yard - Whistler
Apres in Whistler Village
The fun doesn’t stop after a day of skiing and riding at Whistler Blackcomb. In fact, the resort and village at Whistler Blackcomb have some of the best apres ski options in the entire industry.
After you are done exploring the mountain, be sure to pay a visit to the following establishments:
Whistler Village also has a ton of great entertainment options. The village is pedestrian-only, so you can experience this incredible mountain environment without the distraction and noise of automobiles. Once in Whistler Village, there are a wide variety of dining and shopping establishments to peruse.
Lodging Deals at Whistler Mountain and Blackcomb Mountain
When you book directly through the resort at Whistler Blackcomb, you will get the very best lodging deals on a vacation in the Pacific Northwest. Passholders with Epic Passes, EDGE Cards, and Unlimited Season Passes save up to 20% on lodging at the resort. If you don’t have a season pass, there are still plenty of great lodging deals at Whistler Blackcomb.
Lodging Options at Whistler Mountain and Blackcomb Mountain
As the largest ski resort in North America, Whistler Blackcomb has a wide variety of lodging options. From luxurious slopeside hotels to remote vacation homes, you'll find what you're looking for at Whistler Blackcomb.
Slopeside
There is nothing more convenient on a ski and ride vacation than a slopeside hotel room or condo. Whistler Blackcomb has a ton of ski-in / ski-out options, including the Hilton Whistler Resort & Spa - the host resort to the 2010 Winter Olympic Games.
Hotels
Whistler Blackcomb has endless hotel options. There are several five-star hotels, including the Westin Resort & Spa. For those families looking to stretch their vacation longer, there are also a ton of great 3-star and 4-star hotels in Whistler Blackcomb.
Private Residences
Many families prefer to rent a private residence for their ski and ride vacations. Luckily, Whistler Blackcomb has a huge variety of vacation rentals. By renting a home, you keep your whole family together beneath a single roof. Even better, you can enjoy such perks as full kitchens and fireplaces.
Condos
Renting a condo on your ski and ride vacation to Whistler Blackcomb provides the perfect balance between the conveniences of hotels and private residences. With a condo, your whole family can stay slopeside, while also paying less money than you would with multiple hotel rooms.
