A short distance from Vancouver rise two majestic mountains, their peaks linked by a gondola, a stylish ski resort at their feet. Whistler is Canada’s top ski destination for a reason. Its village, with quaint streets and rustic-chic buildings, seems straight from a snow globe, welcoming winter revellers and summer lovers alike. From downhill thrills to uphill hikes, it's destined to delight.
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A trip to Whistler should be on your Canada travel bucket list. Its ski resort, Whistler Blackcomb, offers some of the best skiing in Canada, as well as all types of winter sports. What to do in Whistler in summer? Lake dips, nature treks and every outdoor option on the way! Go for our Whistler golf or ski packages or choose from luxury hotels and lodgings in Whistler.
Whistler travel guide
Destination facts
Language
Officially English and French
What to bring back
Hand-carved silver jewellery and dreamcatchers are among some of the more popular pieces of First Nations art, available at the SLCC Squamish Lil’wat Cultural Centre.
What to eat
Whistler’s got a meal for all your preferences. Enjoy vegan or gluten-free recipes at the The Green Moustache—the town’s very first all-organic cafe—and delicious baked goods at Purebread.
Fun fact
Whistler has had a long run-in with the Olympic Winter Games. Though it didn’t make the cut back in 1968 and 1976, the town finally won the bid in 2010 to host most of its Nordic combined competitions, Olympic and Paralympic Alpine skiing, cross-country skiing and more. It also houses the Olympic Athletes’ Village.
Important info
For more information on all necessary travel documents and more, check Air Canada’s Travel Requirements page.
