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Tuesday, June 5, 2018
Escape with the family into the great outdoors in Whistler
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Whistler, B.C. – Vacation differently with the family this summer in Whistler. Whistler offers a variety of family adventures suitable for all ages with a vibrant pedestrian-only village, art and cultural activities around every corner, and outdoor festivals the whole family will enjoy.
Celebrate the end of school at the Whistler Children’s Festival, running July 6 – 8, as the village transforms into a children’s wonderland. Experience the weekend jam-packed with magic and musical performances, hands-on arts and crafts workshops such as face painting, origami, and much more. Pack a blanket and have a seat on The Great Lawn in Whistler’s Olympic Plaza and enjoy in the musical sounds of the Vancouver Symphony Orchestra Saturday, June 30 and Sunday, July 1.
Stumble upon a local hidden gem on Whistler’s iconic Train Wreck hike, where a walk across a suspension bridge over the Cheakamus River reveals hidden boxcars scattered among the trees. Ditch the car and rent bikes for a two-wheeled adventure on the Valley Trail dotted with parks, swimmable lakes, and beautiful mountain views throughout; perfect for family photos. Spend an afternoon at one of the many clear and fresh mountain lakes scattered throughout Whistler. Take a dip in Lost Lake for a cool down, relax on the beach with a picnic at Rainbow Beach, or try standup paddle boarding on Alta Lake.
Discover Whistler’s rich history at the Whistler Museum and Archives. Pick up a museum activity book for the kids and interactive with exhibits on Whistler’s past, including the 2010 Winter Olympic Games where you can hold a real Olympic torch. Venture over the Upper Village to explore the Family Adventure Zone where the family can tee off at mini golf, ride the Westcoaster Slide and get some air on the bouncy castles.
Pick up the energy and seek a thrilling adventure like ziplining through the forest and tree trekking across suspension bridges and forest trails. Take to the alpine with a soaring ride on the Village Gondola for a family alpine hike. Ride across the PEAK 2 PEAK Gondola for epic views and access to more alpine hikes and adventures on Blackcomb Mountain. Explore an enchanted forest on Cougar Mountain with a magical evening walk through the Vallea Lumina for a night the kids won't forget.
Family fun is endless in Whistler this summer with adventure at every corner. Plan an unforgettable family vacation in the Coast Mountains with confidence at www.whistler.com. With the best price guarantee, Whistler.com, the official central reservations for Whistler, offers one-stop shopping with the largest selection and no booking fee for accommodation or activities. Travel consultants at Whistler.com are based in Whistler, with the call centre located in the heart of Whistler Village. Call 1.800.944.7853 to request a no-obligation quote or visit whistler.com for more details and offers.
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Whistler is Canada's premier year-round leisure and meeting destination located in the Coast Mountains 120 kilometres (75 miles) north of Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. Consistently rated the top ski resort in North America, Whistler was the Host Mountain Resort of the 2010 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games. The resort offers an extensive range of accommodations totaling 10,000 bedrooms among 24 hotels as well as townhomes, condos, B&Bs and chalets. Whistler also boasts more than 100 restaurants and bars, 200 retail shops, 25 spas and countless activity options from world-renowned skiing and snowboarding, mountain biking and golf, to hiking, rock climbing, and watersports. The Resort Municipality of Whistler is home to a diverse community of more than 10,000 permanent residents.
Tourism Whistler is the member-based marketing and sales organization representing Whistler, operating the Whistler Conference Centre, Whistler Golf Club, Whistler Visitor Centre, as well as 1.800.944.7853 and whistler.com - Whistler's official source for visitor bookings and information. As the convention and visitors bureau for the Resort Municipality of Whistler, Tourism Whistler represents more than 7,000 members who own, manage and operate properties or businesses on resort lands including hotels, restaurants, activity operators and retail shops.
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