Pros: The view... the shopping... the food Cons: The crowds... and sometimes the prices
One of the most beautiful places on earth, and one of the things that makes Canada a great place to visit (and live!) I have to admit that my visit to Whistler was in the off-season with no skiing, but that certainly didn't affect the great time my ...
Pros: Huge, Nice Village, Wide variety of terrain Cons: Got lost in backcountry, Pain to get to
Last year planning my ski trip, I would read continously in magazines that Whistler-Blackcomb with on average over 300 inches of snow each year was the Number 1 Ski Resort in the World. I had my doubts that it could be that good, but when I finally made...
Pros: Read my Top 10 List. Cons: Lousy airport shuttle service. Too much rain/snow in the afternoon.
Even though I live on the East Coast, I am a West Coast skier. Ever loyal to the ski resorts at Mammoth and Lake Tahoe, I plan my Christmas vacations every year to coincide with my brother's scheduled ski trips. My brother loves to organize annual...
Pros: Superior, always patient and friendly staff Cons: Most maps in the area have the old location listed -- they have moved.
OK, everyone already knows skiing at Whistler is great. The mountain is huge, beautiful, and the runs are excellent. But after a couple of days on the mountain you might want a little break, or perhaps someone in your group isn't really into the ...
Pros: Remote wilderness, non-stop glaciers, snow conditions, vertical rise, great guides. Cons: Can be costly during height of the season, Feb/Mar.
Strapped into my seat, gripping a pair of gloves in one hand, I felt the helicopter lift off the pad. As we ascended into the air, even with 10 people on board, things were unusually quiet. The air inside was cool but humid from all of the breathing. As ...
Every year for the past seven years my family and I take a ten day trip to Whistler/Blackcomb. We were first alerted of the mountain's existence by a friend. He told us that it was absolutely amazing experience. He went on to say how the...
Pros: Everything you can imagine: greatest vertical, most efficient lift system, most skiing on the continent, variety of terrain, longest ski season in North America Cons: wish it was sunny more often/snows too much
When I changed my job in the middle of February of '99, I had about a week to do some adventure travel. I decided to go skiing, and after reading some reviews I decided to go to Whistler, B.C. What can I say, it fulfilled every expectation I had of a...
Pros: Terrain, Fast Lifts, Exchange Rate Cons: Climate, Crowding
Whistler is one of the best ski destinations on the planet - huge mountains, lots of high-speed lifts, ample snow, a real base village, glacier skiing. The possibilities are endless. It simply dwarfs all US mountains except for maybe Vail or Mammoth....
Pros: Superfantastic early season skiing Cons: A little crowded in places
If you'd prefer to fight your way through cranky crowds at a hot, cramped, stanky shopping mall rather than fight your way through fresh powder at a beautiful, clean, crisp Canadian ski resort, then don't go to Whistler over Thanksgiving.
Pros: Beautiful fluffy snow, varied terrain, apres-ski, cost Cons: Can be crowded at very peak times, excellent lodging is pricey.
It was amazing how lucky we got when we showed up for Spring Break in Blackcomb village. There were 7 guys, from all over the US, coming together at the Woodrun condo, an awesome place that is ski-in ski-out to Blackcomb base. The condo itself, while...
Pros: beautiful location, excellent terrain for all skill levels Cons: none
Every word to describe this resort ends in "est": biggest, mostest (snow), longest (runs), and BEST. I was here for 5 days over Thanksgiving 1999. I'm now saving my money to visit again in 2001. In the meantime, I ski in the Northeast,...
Pros: Purity of environment Cons: Difficulty in getting through Vancouver traffic
We spent a long weekend at Whistler recently and I was shocked at how beautiful the area is, how nice the people are and how pristine British Columbia is generally. I admit that I am not much of a skier. In fact, I'm one of the worst skiers on the...
Pros: Holy Smokes what a huge place! Cons: Iffy Weather and Fog (so i am told)
I went to Whistler with no preconceived notions... I was going for a masters race, and decided to skip the Super G (equipment failure). This is not a review really.... It was a lesson confirmed on how to really see a mountain as exceptional as Whistler....
Pros: Beautiful new resort area, friendly folks, so much to do. Cons: Can be expensive, sun doesn't always shine.
We just returned from Whistler, BC. I can only describe the trip as extraordinary. The most scenic way to get there would have to be by rail (BC Rail of Canada) from North Vancouver. The three hour ride is spectacular, the train personnel are friendly,...
Disclosure: I live in Vancouver, so I'm a) relatively close to Whistler-Blackcomb (herewith "W-B") and b) paying in Canadian dollars. With that out of the way, herewith my thoughts ...
Pros: The most diverse ski experience anywhere. Incredible Cons: Tough haul for those living on the East Coast
Whistler-Blackcomb is at the top of my list--and I mean the very top. It is the most incredible ski experience for the money--two mountains for the price of one.
I've been to Whistler-Blackcomb twice in the past three years and will not...
Pros: Great Variety, Good for All Ages, Nice Conditions, Nice & High Cons: Slightly Slow Light Lines, Spoils You for Other Resorts!
I have been to Whistler/Blackcomb three times in my life, I'm 18 and have been skiing since I was 3 years old. Never once in my entire life have I been to a place like W/B. Every time I've gone there, it's gotten better, the town feels bigger and the...
Pros: Beautiful, diverse cultures, GREAT snow Cons: Costly to live (and party)
Whistler- skiing, snowboarding, the World's Playground. Guess what? You DON'T need to be a skier to love Whistler- I'm not and I've been here for almost two years!
The people, the majestic mountains, the golf, the hikes, the fresh air. Who...
Pros: Snow almost year around, wonderful places to eat, lots of things to do for those who don't ski, great skiing, most everyone is happy to help you, wonderful free transportation, very beautiful place, package deals available, Canadian dollar weak, American d Cons: Bus service from airport to hotel/condo not very good they take a long time to get you to your place, to far to drive back to Vancouver for a quick trip, getting back down the hill can take up to 4 hours if it's snowing, Limited parking for you own car, y
Whistler/Blackcomb Mt. In British Columbia Canada is a wonderful vacation resort for couples and families alike year round, but of course winter is the best for those ski buffs. We went last Feb. for one week. You can walk/ski to almost any lift from you...
Whistler and blackcomb are probably the best ski resorts. They are each huge and fun. There is a village-town at the bittem of the mountain. In there there is many places to eat and have fun. Also in Whistler-blackcomb it is hot and the snow doesn't...
Pros: Bang for your Buck(USD converted to CDN) Cons: Crowded sometimes.
This is a must experience! Now is the time to do it! With the Canadian dollar falling apart at the seams the Whistler experience can be taken in for a 50% discount by our friends to the south. There is so much to see and do in Whistler it is...
Pros: great powder, great runs, great mountain Cons: over priced, snobby
Last January I spent 4 days in the wonderful Whistler/Blackcomb resort in British Columbia, Canada. It was my first time skiing in Canada, and I had the privilege of experiencing the best powder skiing that I have ever experienced in my entire life! ...
Whistler is the premier attraction in North America right now. Last winter they had a record breaking one and a half MILLION people visit, and are preparing for at least half a million more this season. No other ski resort, including those in Colorado,...
Pros: lots of snow, great variety, village, night life Cons: weather, not best for begineers
Whistler/Blackcomb has been frequently rated as the top ski resort in North America and I feel that it does to be highly rated. I first skied at Whistler in 1988 when it was not so well know internationally and was a fairly small ski town. (Short...
Whistler-Blackcomb is no doubt a world class resort. From the kind of runs to its facilities of all sorts, there is nothing missing. You can find McDonalds, KFC, anything from Italian to Japanese fine dining restaurants, and even shopping villages up...
Pros: Great skiing, countless lifts and runs, and an exciting village Cons: None
Whistler-Blackcomb is one of my favorite places in all the world. Having gone there several times growing up, I have fond memories of skiing through great snow and hanging out in the village. The ski area is really 2 mountains in one. Both have great...
Pros: Great food, activities and views!! Cons: Loud people at night, and expensive hotel accommodations
I went to Whistler in the summer! It's great even if you don't ski or snowboard. The weather is great!! You can wear pants, or shorts with a sweatshirt in the summer. There are spectacular views and trails to hike, cycle, jog, or whatever you choose....
Pros: ease of getting around, friendly people, cheap!! for Americans Cons: getting enough attention in group ski school instruction
My trip to Whistler, BC in Feb-99 was one of the most incredible skiing vacations I have ever been on. The resort is easy to get to from Vancouver whether you are driving or taking the shuttle from the airport. A group of friends and I rented a house...
Pros: full facilities, and both summer and winter activities Cons: Snow becomes slushy in the afternoon
I'm going to write about a great summer destination. Whistler-Blackcomb is even better in the summer than it is in the winter. There are tons of things to do around the area. You can go white-water rafting, golfing, canoeing, and hiking. Every...
spend hours skiing or snowboarding, yet never riding the same lift 2x. there is so much to do here. With all the nice hotels. and bars and resturants. you will never get bored, and always be having fun. But dont forget to bring your wallet. fun is not...
Pros: huge, extensive super steep terrain, nightlife Cons: occasional rain up into the alpine, but its rare and not a big concern
I certainly haven't skied as many mountains as many of the reviewers on this site, but I have skied a fair amount. In my opinion, Whistler/Blackcomb is the number 1 ski resort in North America. The extensive terrain, huge vertical, great village and ...
Last weekend my boyfriend and I decided to head up to Whistler for a much-needed vacation. For us (living only two hours away in Vancouver) it was the ideal location. If you are looking to go to Whistler, check the seasonal rates. We found a room in...
Pros: Lots of terrain, especially expert. Good powder up top. Relatively inexpensive ski-in/out lodging. Cons: Lifts, layout, organization, variable conditions.
Overall Whistler is a good skiing mountain, but I was not overly impressed. We stayed a week during which over 200cm of snow fell and there was already a 180cm base. The main problem is that Whistler is poorly planned, organized and managed. There is ...
Pros: Scenery, skiing diversity, size, village, lifts, people Cons: Travel time, can be expensive
Simply put, there is nothing that anyone could show you or tell you that would prepare you for the enormity of this ski resort. Until you've been here, looked across the valley at the OTHER mountain, and gotten the full effect of the view when the ...
Pros: Splendid runs, alpine splendor, all the amenities, great exchange rate Cons: Somewhat crowded during ski season
I've been here both in Summer and Winter. This is a very international little ski village situated at the base of both Whistler and Blackcomb Mountains. With a colorful, almost uptopian mix of languages and cultures, the village plays host to sightseers...
I never thought I'd enjoy a Christmas away from home, but Whistler has changed my mind. I can't wait for December so we can pack the kids in the car and head north once again. This place is so dang festive, you'll want to stay! We arranged to...
Pros: Snowboarding conditions are amazing, tons to do, friendly people, clean Cons: Expensive!
People fear that I'm going to be spoiled for life, as the first time I ever went snowboarding was at Whistler-Blackcomb. I went there with my friend & her family, and we had a fabulous time! My friend & I did a 3-day beginner snowboarding school. The ...
Pros: THE ABSOLUTE BEST SKI RESORT IN THE WORLD Cons: Drive...which is very scenic and relaxing anyway!!!!!!!!!1
When I first went to Whistler in the summer, I thought I would have seen all this before. Nice hikes in the mountains, fly fishing the in the streams, maybe some mountain biking, you know, the routine winter activity stuff. What I received, has...
Pros: too many to name Cons: can be crowded fairly expensive
I am lucky enough to live within 2 hours of this spectacular mountain. I own a condo in Whistler village and often stat there for a week at a time during the ski season. It has to be one of the most beautiful spots on earth. The skiing is great and the ...
Pros: Absolutely wonderful mountain views! Variety of activities for day & night, year round! Cons: Very crowded in high season. Cross-country ski is not worth the money.
Whether you are up in Whistler for a day or many nights, there are plenty to do up there. Skiers and snowboarders can enjoy the many ski tracks available for all skill levels. Although it should be noted that as this place becomes more and more popular...
Pros: Vast terrain of all levels, US $ goes further in Canada Cons: May be too daunting for some
I skied out at Blackcomb/Whistler out in the Spring of 1996.
What an experience, the vastness of the terrain makes this the place to go for all levels, although a more advanced skier will be able to take much better advantage of the terrain than a...
Pros: Powder, Huge mountain, Raw terrain, beautiful scenery, cheaper than CO Cons: Bottom half of the mountain
I have been a skier and snowboarder for about 8 years now. I have boarded in the East coast and Colorado, and just recently I was fortunate enough to experience Whistler/Blackcombe. I went with a group of friends. There was six of us total, we stayed...
Pros: huge, hours of runs, quads galore Cons: weekends are too crowded
Whistler/Blackcomb - two huge mountains that defy explanation. There are runs all over the place (and even great places you 'shouldn't' be - back country skiing). There are so many great runs, a half pipe, bowls, alpine skiing, the glacier, this place...
Pros: More runs than anybody can ride. Excellent snow. Service. Terrain. Lots 'O' powder! Cons: Accessibility. The road to Whistler is an adventure. Do the speed limit...please!
With 200+ runs, Whistler/Blackcomb is truly number one. It's organization is beyond compare. With full service villages at the base of both mountains (which are side by side) it is easy to find what you need. There are approximately 30% beginner runs,...
Pros: Great West Coast skiing at Whistler; great apres-ski Cons: Blackcomb gets icy; nightlife is "iffy"
The Whistler-Blackcomb ski area is amazing -- incredible beauty, a great village (a la Vail) and challenging runs for all levels. Blackcomb is part of a glacier, which makes it much more like East Coast skiing -- icy and fast. Whistler, on the other...
Pros: great terrain, friendly hosts, modern village Cons: wet snow, fog, unpredictable weather, crowded, expensive (ticket = $50)
Whistler Blackcomb is an all-year-round resort, with a moderne village, and friendly australian staff. It is a double peaked mountain with 200 runs and is located roughly 2 hours north of Vancouver BC. Often Sunny and Beautiful during summer, the...
Pros: POWDER, Excellent tuition, Friendly, Non-smoking Cons: Too far away from the uk
Never having had a winter holiday before, my Partner and I headed to Whistler. The plan was simple, learn to board. We travelled in January 2000.
The resort is compact and the locals are very friendly–although quite a few hail from every corner of...
Pros: 2 mountains, great village, scenery Cons: hard for Americans to work there
I've visited Whistler in every season for the past 10 years. I feel fortunate for living only 5 1/2 hours away from this awesome place. Every time I come back I feel like I've come home again. I've had the best ski days ever there, seen the most gorgeous...
Pros: Best terrain, massive, village - well EVERYTHING!!! Cons: None.
Whistler-Blackcomb is the best ski area in North America by a longshot! First off, its location is perfect. It is only about an hour from Vancouver. Since it is close to the ocean the temperatures are mild. The elevation is pretty low for a mountain ...
Pros: wide trails, great weather Cons: pricey and short season
I lived in Vancouver for about 7 years and spent a lot of time up at Whistler -- why? Because the skiing was awesome. Awesome because the weather was usually terrific, it could be raining in the city but by the time you got to the mountain, it was sunny...
Stop planning a ski trip to anywhere else immediately and listen to this. Whistler-Blackcomb is the King of all North-American Ski Resorts. Rated top in its class this year by Ski Magazine Whistler is finally getting overdue recognition. I have skied...
Pros: beautiful scenery, pleasant atmosphere Cons: high priced, treacherous driving conditions to get there
Blackcomb was everything one hopes for in a ski resort. We went in December with my husband and out two young girls and a babysitter. While we were there the weather was rather warm considering where we were.
Watch out for thiefs! While staying at Whistler Chalets in the base of Whistler this past February, Our money (which was not in an open place) was taken out of our room by an employee of the management company for which we rented from. The management was...
Pros: Great sights, always something to do Cons: somewhat expensive
When I first went to Whistler in the summer, I thought I would have seen all this before. Nice hikes in the mountains, fly fishing the in the streams, maybe some mountain biking, you know, the routine winter activity stuff. What I received, has me still...
Pros: Good powder, big and open Cons: sometimes crowded
I skiied whistler/blackcomb in February of 2000 and it was great. It wasn't too crowded and it was nice and powdery! My family and I loved it.
There is an area in the mountain called the bowl. It is a wide open area on I think it is the back...
Pros: Unbeatable scenery/great alpine skiing Cons: Lower part of mountains have wet snow
My wife,2 daughters(ages 12 and 8)and I visited Whistler/Blackcomb in April 98. We stayed at Delta Whistler for 6 nights and had a terrific vacation. We are intermediate skiers but found the mountains to be very enjoyable. Being able to ski blue runs...
Pros: Beautiful place, wonderful skiing Cons: Too far away from my home on the East Coast
I was a little nervous going for a week to such a highly acclaimed spot as Whistler. After all, I'm fairly new to skiing. What a beautiful place it was to be a beginner! Firstly, there are green (easy) trails ALL OVER the mountain, including the top...
Pros: HUGE! right next to vancouver and the exchange rate rocks! Cons: a lot of people during the holiday season
oh canada, the best resort in north america. very close to vancouver, whistler-blackcomb is party central of BC (good for students and friends). with two mountains that put all US resorts to shame, this place is great for spring break, christmas, and...
Pros: huge, fast lifts, great night life Cons: very expensive, wet snow
Whistler is the biggest ski resort in North America. The actual size of the place must be experienced to be believed. Through my own experience I found the place to have excellent skiing and their is lots of terrain for any ability. One of the things...
Pros: POWDER, STEEPNESS, EXPERT to EASY RUNS, BUMPS, TERRAIN PARK Cons: slushy snow near the base
My trip to this wonderful resort consisted of skiing, skiing, and more skiing. It was the best trip of my entire life. I visited Whistler-Blackcomb in March and had a great stay. Both of the mountains were beautiful. The first we woke up, hit the...
Whistler has the longest runs I have ever been on. The snow is perfect and the ride on the gondola at the halfway point is relaxing. The whole place is beautiful and is not very crowded. When we last went the sun was shining and the snow was...
Pros: wonderful views and great ski slopes Cons: long lines at the bottom of the mountain
Whistler/Blackcomb is a trip you will never forget. My family(we have two daughters, a son and my husband) all loved it. We stayed in the Delta Whistler Hotel which was excellent with a very neat atmosphere. My family preferred Whistler over Blackcomb...
Pros: The destination resort for North America, spoils you for anything else. Cons: Lack of sunshine, slushy snow at the base.
We have been to most Northwest/Rocky Mountain ski resorts over the past 20 years. Nothing compares to Whistler. The terrain is varied and expansive. The ski/board instruction is well organized and thorough. The accommodations, though small by Western...
Pros: Huge Mountain, Varied terrain, Lots of Snow, Amazing Views, etc. Cons: Noisy Village
Well, where can I begin? I'd have to say my trip to Whistler- Blackcomb ski resort last Christmas break was the best ski trip I've ever been on. There are just so many great things about it. The mountain is huge, the terrain varies, the conditions are...
Pros: Powder, Great Weather, Great Terrain Cons: I wish I was there now!
I have been to over 10 major mountain resorts to ski or snowboard, and this is one of my favorites. The terrain ranges from fairly easy to very extreme. This allows you to travel with people of any age or ability. I have been to Whistler/Blackcomb three...
Whistler, British Columbia, in my opinion the best vacation spot on earth. I think I would rather be there than any place known to man. If heaven was on earth, it would be here. Whistler is packed full of fantastic slopes with fresh powder. In fact,...
Pros: First-rate slopes, beautiful scenery, exciting nightlife Cons: a little more expensive than the average resort
Whistler is truly a winter wonderland. In recent years I have visited Wintergreen, VA, Aspen, CO, and Hunter, NY, but they can scarcely mimic the majestic slopes of the Whistler/Blackcombs.
I decided to take a vacation in Whistler this past...
Pros: Great ski conditions, wonderful accommodations Cons: More people are knowing about this great package
John Lerias (July 2000)
Whistler-Blackcomb is THE BEST ski resort overall that we have stayed in our lifetime. We have been to Alta, Snowbird and Park City in Utah, Winterpark and Arapahoe Basin in Colorado, Mammoth, Squaw Valley, Alpine...
Pros: Scenery, food, skiing Cons: Can't think of any, really
My wife and I visited Whistler-Blackcomb in May of 1997. We were there for six days, and by the end of the week, I was trying to convince my wife that it would be no big deal if we quit our jobs and moved there.
We stayed in a beautiful, rustic...
Pros: International flavor (lots of accents and languages) Cons: Poor weather, crowds,
I have been all over the northwest skiing, and the week I spent at Whistler/Blackcomb has to be the most fulfilling boarding experience I have ever had.
We had occasional snow storms, and then some sun breaks. A lunar eclipse, and lots of...
Pros: excellent skiing, great staff Cons: prices are a bit high
Whistler/Blackomb consists of two mountains, obviously Mt. Whistler and Blackcomb. The snow there is beautiful and the ski school consists of the best skiers and snow boarders available. All are curteous and excellent teachers. The village offers many...
Pros: Gorgeous scenery, staff at the Westin, lots to do Cons: Long drive
I just returned from spending the 4th of July weekend in Whistler. It was AMAZING! Although I am not much of a skiier, there was so much to do there this summer. I played golf every day, took the gondola to the top and walked down (incredible...
Pros: Great town Cons: Too much snow (is that bad?)
Went to Whistler-Blackcomb last February (don`t know if this is the time of yr to go, but is snowed 8ft for the week) and had one of the best times ever snowboarding.. Just 2 hrs by bus from Vancouver Airport, very easy to get to, and cheap...
Pros: No Line ups. Miles and miles of runs. Plenty high speed quads and gondola's Cons: Fog can roll in at weird times because the ocean is close.
First things first. I live here so expect a slightly biased view. I am going to assume that I don't have to sell you on Whistler, you are coming that much is clear, all you want is a few pointers for when you get here.
Growing up in Colorado skiing was a must. If you were not on the slopes at least once a month it was not normal. I have been skiing since I was a little girl so of course I have been to many ski resorts, but in my opinion, Whistler-Blackcomb in...
Pros: Both are excellent Cons: Vail is expensive!!!
My wife and 2 daughters, ages 10 and 13, visited Vail last year. We also visited Whistle/Blackcomb in April, 2000. Both were outstanding visits but I was interested to note differences as Vail is rated the No 2 in North American ski resorts and W/B is...
Pros: Huge, Huge, Huge! Cons: Too far away in Canada
When I hear the words Whistler or Blackcomb, one word comes to mind: Big. Period. It is by far the biggest resort in North America, in all possible respects. This year it was voted the #1 resort in North America. What makes Whistler stand out from...
Pros: Beautiful mountains, Gorgeous women, Always something to do Cons: Weather, not enough sun
Wow!! That is the first word out of my mouth as I step off the bus in Whistler Village. I have just arrived for a week long snowboard camp and I have been struck with awe in the first minute. The sheer size of the mountain is almost overwhelming at...
Pros: World Class Resort Cons: No lights for night skiing
I am originally from British Columbia and have watched Whistler Mountain become a world class resort. From its wonderful village and great shopping to the white powder ski slopes this mountain is truly the best!!!
Pros: massive terrain, great skiing Cons: expensive lodging
yes...nothing compares to the skiing at Whistler/Blackcomb....There is a reason that this picturesque B.C. resort captures the #1 rating year after year.
The ski terrain has no equal in North America. With ski runs that just wont quit (even...
Pros: Good conditions and friendly people. Cons: Cold for real.
Sure you can go skiing almost anywhere in the world, maybe even some places more challenging than this, but you don't get the people, the enviroment or the weather anywhere else.
First off, the conditions of this particular ski resort are...
No need to travel to Europe for the world's best skiing! It's right here in Canada! Take a look at the faces of visitors at Whistler-Blackcomb and you can see that the world comes to us.
A pleasant drive from Vancouver along one of the most...
You just can't beat beautiful BC.This was one of the best trips I've ever taken for several reasons.Whistler offers a wide range of long winding runs weather your a beginner or an intermediate rider.The mountains from down in the village are absolutely...
Pros: Awesome atmosphere Cons: Too many bad skiers all over
I've been to whistler-blackcomb on many occasions and now I know why it is the best ski resort in North America. Whistler and Blackcombs terrain is so awesome. If you are a beginner you can stick to the Emerald chair on Whistler or if your an expert you...
Great steep well moguled double diamond trails, easily assessable, large (If often overused) backcountry, some reasonable glade skiing all right next to novice and family oriented groomed hills. Whistler and Blackcomb offer a variety of all...
Pros: Great world class resort that offers great terrains for skiers and wonderful resort experience Cons: Be careful of 3rd-party travel agents (Internet/non-Internet) when making reservations.
Whistler is a great place to ski. After I have been there, there are a few places that I could compare it to. Transportation is convenient from/to the airport, there is much to do in the ski town, the Canadian/US currency exchange rate makes this place ...
Pros: Good snow, nice lifts and gondolas, nice taverns, clubs. Cons: Expensive. Long walk through village to lifts .Some American-hating help in stores, and restaurants.
I will leave the review of skiing to others, as I am not an expert skier. I am quite experienced at noticing a rapid drain on my wallet though, which did happen during my trip. There are a few things I did which saved me money, and some things I ...
Pros: Whistler/Blackcomb is known to be the largest resort in the world. Cons: The city of Whistler is an expensive area.
Whether or not you take your skiing or snowboarding seriously, Whistler/Blackcomb is a special place. Since the two mountains combined to form one resort, it has become the largest resort in the world. The city of Whistler is an expensive and ritzy...
Pros: The childcare facilities, our four year old had a ball. Cons: The deceptively bluish tinge of the green runs.
As visitors to Canada and beginner's, my wife and two kids (4 and 6) had high expectations and were bitterly disappointed. The snow depth was not particularly good (apparently) approx. 75cm. a number of green runs were cut off (not so bad if they tell ...
Pros: Great Place, Great People Cons: I had to come home
Whistler Mountain has everything any Skier could ever need.
Patient and experienced instructors for all ages. The Kids seemed to be having so much fun.
A good mix of runs, a nice gentle place to learn and also some very hairy black runs...
Pros: The drive from Vancouver to Whistler is magnificent Cons: No blue skies and lots of rain
My husband and I have skied all over the world; so, we were glad to finally make a trip to Whistler. However, the trip did not live up to our expectations. Frankly, I don't know how Whistler is rated the best ski resort in North America. In North...
Pros: More runs than anybody can ride. Excellent snow. Service. Terrain. Lots 'O' powder! Cons: Accessibility. The road to Whistler is an adventure. Do the speed limit...please!
With 200+ runs, Whistler/Blackcomb is truly number one. It's organization is beyond compare. With full service villages at the base of both mountains (which are side by side) it is easy to find what you need. There are approximately 30% beginner runs,...
Pros: Beautiful, Challenging, Fun Cons: Getting there
Whistler is the most incredible place I've ever spent a winter. To maximize the experience, try staying in a cozy cottage type of resort. Drink hot cocoa and snuggle with your loved ones. Make snow angels and take pictures. Take ski lessons and challenge...
Pros: Great slopes for all levels, awesome village for evening time. Cons: EXPENSIVE!
In Seattle you hear about Whistler all the time, so I was so excited when my friend and I planned a trip up there. The hotels are pretty nice, but you wont spend a whole lot of time in them. The village outside of the hotels is so fun and pretty and...
Pros: best mountain ever, beautiful, great scenery Cons: very big and can get lost easily of you don't stick together
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My trip to Whistler Blackcomb was unbelievable, definately the best resort out there. I loved the diversity of the mountain, it was for all ski levels. Many challenging runs but also many spectacular blues for the newer skiier. The next...
I'll tell you what, if your ready for some outragious adventure, and if your looking for a challange. Whistler Blackcomb is the place to be. You will find yourself doing things you never have done before, and you will feel alot more safer at this ski...
Pros: Beautiful place even for non-skiiers Cons: You won't want to leave it...
A resort, If I had to describe Whistler in one work it would be "resort". Whistler is known for being a ski resort, however this place is a resort all year long. During the spring and summertime it is open for shopping and for outdoor activities which...
Every year a group of my friens go to a ski resort, this year we went to blackcomb-whistler!last winter i went to blackcomb-whistler with my family and friends, it was amazing, perfect temperature, alot of slopes, a really nice town, with transportations...
Pros: The best resort! awesome snow! Also tons of lifts! Cons: A little to many people
This mountain was the best! I have been all over the world snow boarding like mount hood and hoodoo and bachelor and tons of different places! But this was the best in whistler!
Pros: Best skiing on earth, relaxing, fun, enjoyable, worth the $$$ Cons: expensive
Whistler is definitely the greatest place on earth. Whether skiing or lounging by the pool, it provides the most rewarding experience known to man. I've visited this sport in both the winter and the summer. Each is a phenomenal experience. During the...
Pros: Everything is perfection Cons: Drive from Vancouver is 2 hours
Whistler is simply the best in North America. This is probably the only resort that opens as early as Thanksgiving. This is the best time for skiers from the US to visit - given the great exchange rate. Whistler is the largest resort in N. America and...
Pros: Many many runs to ride for the whole family Cons: Crowded restaurants, high prices
Whistler/ Blackcomb mountains are great because there are plenty of runs in Beautiful British Columbia (quote the liscence plates here!!) The scenery is amazing, and it is an excellent tourist site (and you'll probably see a couple of famous names up...
Pros: Beautiful modern village with great ski runs. Cons: A little bit to much fog.
I live two hours away from Whistler and until recently I hadn't realized how lucky I was. That was until I finally visited some other ski resorts in North America and realized just how beautiful Whistler really was. The staff there is top of line when it...
Pros: Huge Mountain, Great parks, Long Runs, Many skill levels Cons: Occasional wet snow
I love living just a ferry ride from Whistler. A world class mountain just a few hours away. The board parks are great, always in great condition. The runs are long, and challenging, just the way i like them. The mountain is the best i have ever been...
Pros: great air and great runs Cons: Lack of powder
If you are a true skier than you have been to Mt. Whistler. This is one of the best. People even have fun sledding here. I went last year and it was the best resort I have ever been to. There is this one hill called Deadmans Drop at the top of the...
Pros: Huge peaks, romantic, great nightlife Cons: can get expensive, so watch your budget
I first went to Whistler two years ago for a week long getaway with my wife, and we absolutely adore it. We loved it so much that we went back the next year, and plan to go back in the years to come. The skiing offers a wide variety of runs, for a wide...
Pros: Friendly, clean and vast skiing Cons: Flight is 8 hours ...
I ski in Europe every year but last year it was Whistler. The difference is chalk and cheese. Europe is crowded and full of rude french people pushing in everywhere.
Whistler was vast and there were no queues. When there was a queue it moved...
Don't get me wrong, Whistler is a fine ski resort. I'm just tired of it getting all the attention and crowds when there are some other excellent and less expensive options available. While those from the east coast may rant on and on about the snow at...
Last year my family took a trip to Whistler-Blackcomb. It was one of the best family trips I have ever taken. We stayed at Woodrun resort and condo. It was the most ideal place ever. It was a ski on ski off place. It was nice not having to deal with the...
Pros: SNOW SNOW SNOW Cons: Not enough time to do everything.
Man, I'm from the Northeast in the US so I'm used to lots of ice while skiing. But for a week in January I packed up my bags and headed out to Whistler/ Blackcomb for the first time. There is no way to describe the feeling of skiing off the top of...
Pros: Everything Cons: line ups can get long sometimes, but if your like me, I know where to go when they get bad :P suckers
I live in Vancouver and I am lucky enough to go skiing at Blackcomb every weekend! I've been to many other mountains and nothing else compares...The jump park is one of the best anywhere, with jumps for intermediate and expert skiers. New to this year...
I went on a trip to Whistler and Blackcomb about to years ago. When I got to the resort I stayed, I said to myself why is it so warm. I froze my can off in banff, and this is so warm. The reason for this is that I was so close to the ocean, but who...
I only skiied Whistler/Blackcomb once, but it was an extremely memorable experience. I have an avid skiier and have skiied many of the top U.S. resorts. Whistler, just north of Vancouver, B.C., was one of the most places I have ever visited. The...
Have been to Whistler many times. It comes down to this. If you live in either Washington or Oregon, whistler is probably a fun trip due to proximity otherwise head to the interior for some good ol fashioned DRY snow in the American or Canadian...
I made two trips to Whistler last year the first was in late January and the second in early march. The first trip was unbelievable, the day before i arrived it snowed 18 inches. Out of bounds skiing was untouched and knee to waist deep. Trails were skied out by the end of the day but still awesome to ski. The blackcomb glacier is definetly the best place to go to on the mountain. Long run and great snow! This is the biggest place in north america and is worth the trip. I will be going back this feb to get some more Whistler action!! The town is unlike any other ski town, a must see! Great night life and parties.
Pros: Best there is in skiing Cons: Are you kidding me?
Okay, so everyone has an opinion. This mountain is the bomb. Powder on whistler and groomed runs on Blackcomb. The food is excellent the women are...well...WOW! Everybody is so nice. Highly recommend it. If you are a skiier you must try this resort at least once in your life.
great to ski but can get packed on the lower slopes by dreamygamer ,Dec 04 '06
Pros: magical little village and friendly locals Cons: too busy at weekends and nowhere to dress up, abit studenty
Hotels: you have the whole range, the best is the four seasons.
Nightlife: very studenty, people dress down here so dont bring your best togs as you will feel let down
ski: extensive though can get icy and over busy on lower slopes at weekends
Pros: always something to do regardless of weather, fun and caring childcare, family friendly restaurants Cons: booking ANYTHING in the morning--get rentals and lessons organized the day before
Some days the kids went to ski school but it was nice to have the option for them to do any of the other activities in Whistler (ice skating, snowshoeing, swimming, indoor rock climbing etc etc). With so much for the children to do here we didn't feel the least bit guilty leaving the children with one of the babysitters from Alpine Babysitters...the kids couldn't wait for her to get there in the morning! It gave my husband and I time to reconnect and have some romantic alone time - great restaurant and night life.
Pros: Excellent cliffs, steeps, chute, park, Longhorn Tavern etc. Cons: Price, crowds, SUV families
As a freeskier, I was satisfied with Whistler/Blackcomb's rock drops of all sizes, narrow chutes, steeps, and an awe-inspiring relationship with a mountain. Little forethought is needed to find adequate freeskiing terrain... just a little creativity to see the what-for of skiing/riding. My favorite part of Whistler/Black was the steep trannies/runouts on cliff landings. When I was there, though, the snowcover was 50 inches, even though it was late December, and I was injured after falling on a rock. My buddies lost some chunks of snowboard base on rocks, too. The park wasn't bad, but it wasn't fully built that early in the season. Even so, the rails and boxes were in great shape.
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