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Thursday, June 28, 2018
Celebrate Independence Day in Whistler
Tweet this: Venture north for an unforgettable #IndependenceDay getaway in #Whistler! Endless activities and adventures await with incredible mid-week summer packages.
Whistler, B.C. – Try something different this Independence Day and venture north to experience the rugged and natural mountain culture in Whistler. Mid-week specials and a favourable exchange rate provides more room to roam with quieter trails and more savings on accommodations and activities. This Fourth of July it’s easy to get more out of your getaway in Whistler.
Take a ride up the Village Gondola and venture into the alpine. Choose from over 50km of hiking trails leading through rugged terrain spotted with wildflowers to spectacular views of alpine lakes, and the surrounding Coast Mountain peaks. Reward yourself with a mountain top summer feast at the Roundhouse on Friday, Saturday and Sunday or raise your glass to a toast at the Umbrella Bar overlooking the Whistler Valley. Remember to ride the PEAK 2 PEAK Gondola for a 360 degree scenic ride from Whistler Mountain to Blackcomb Mountain.
Tee off the day with an early morning round of golf at one the four championship golf courses in Whistler. Stroll through the village for a bite to eat on a sunny patio while enjoying street entertainment throughout the stroll; playing from noon till 6 p.m. Wednesday, July 4. Wander over to the Upper Village and discover fresh and delicious foods and local crafts at the Whistler Farmers’ Market for a special Fourth of July opening from 2 p.m. to 7 p.m. on Wednesday. The Farmers’ Market also takes place each Sunday throughout the summer.
Seek even more adventures and rent a mountain bike and pedal through the Whistler Mountain Bike Park with over 70 lift access trails ready to pump up the energy. New this summer, the Creekside Expansion will add five trails featuring a mix of freeride and single track ready to fuel your adrenaline.
Step up of the thrill with a bungee jump above the rushing Cheakamus River or zipline high above and tree top trek through the lush temperate rainforest. Weave through Whistler’s backcountry terrain on an ATV tour or watch the sunset on Blackcomb Mountain with on 4X4 backcountry excursion.
Find your inner Olympian with a summer bobsleigh down a series of curves and corners reaching speeds of up to 90km/hr in a bobsleigh on wheels. All achievements deserve well-earned rewards such a soothing soak in a Scandinavian bath at the Scandinave Spa or relaxing massage from one of the many other spas in Whistler.
Your next adventure getaway awaits in the Coast Mountains with endless activities and adventures to choose from. Book your Whistler getaway 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.
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