Sprawling across more than 3,000 hectares in the Coast Mountains, Whistler Blackcomb is the largest ski resort in North America. Whistler was established as part of a bid to host the 1968 Winter Olympics before Blackcomb opened in 1980. After merging, Whistler Blackcomb hosted the alpine skiing events of the 2010 Winter Olympics.
Take advantage of the more than 200 downhill trails found across the two mountains, with everything from mellow beginner slopes to advanced glade tree runs on offer. Snowboarders can practice their skills at the five terrain parks and half pipe while helicopters offer access to endless backcountry terrain.
In the summer months, you can ride the Guinness World Record-breaking PEAK 2 PEAK Gondola for magnificent views across the mountains or tackle the challenging trails of the Whistler Mountain Bike Park. Nestled at the base of Blackcomb Mountain is the atmospheric village of Whistler, famed for its apres-ski scene.
Getting there
Whistler-Blackcomb is around 2.5 hours’ drive from Vancouver International Airport, which has flights to destinations across the globe. Coaches offer shuttle services from Downtown Vancouver and Vancouver International Airport while hiring a car will give you greater freedom to explore.