If you’re a passionate skier, then Whistler Blackcomb is on your bucket list. The famous resort
town represents the epitome of British Columbia beauty. Every year, more than two million skiers
and boarders make a pilgrimage to this idyllic destination from all over the world.Read More
With that said, a lot of people seem to know plenty about this beautiful
resort, but here are six things you probably didn’t know about Whistler.
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1. It was a landfill
You wouldn’t guess it now but the ritzy Whistler Village was once a garbage dump. In 1977 a
community plan proposed a tourist village at the intersection of Whistler and Blackcomb Mountain
and in 1978 construction of the current Whistler Village began.
2. It was originally called London Mountain
Back before the 1970’s Whistler Mountain was called London Mountain after a mining claim and
because of the thick fog which hugged the base of the mountain. The name was changed to Whistler
due to the unique call of the local hoary marmot in the late 1960’s.
3. You can ski all summer long
The sun is out, its slush conditions and you’re rocking a T-shirt and a sad face. Cheer up- the
season is not over! Did you know that you can ski and ride all summer? That’s right, Horstman
Glacier is open all summer long with access via two T-bars and a terrain park perfect for
intermediate and advanced skiers and riders.
4. The Gondola is a World Record Holder
You haven’t truly experienced Whistler until you’ve floated through the sky in one of the red or
silver cabins. The Gondola holds two Guinness Book of World Records: one for being the highest
cable car above ground, and the other for the longest unsupported span between two cable car
towers. Now visitors have the ability to travel between the two without ever taking off their
boots.
5. Something for everyone
Located at the base of both mountains, the Village is filled with shopping, dining, concerts and
more. You can basically ditch the car and walk to everything. But if you are looking for
something more adventurous, snowmobile tours, zip line, cross-country ski, or bobsled are all
available. If all of that sounds far too rowdy, just relax in one of the many spas or the
amazing baths at the Scandinavia Spa
And for the riders in your group, Whistler après achieves top marks by almost every ski and
snowboard publication. Check out the GLC on Whistler for good times or, if you want to dance in
your ski boots, head to the Kokanee Après at Merlins on Blackcomb. Regardless, you won’t have to
look far to find great après.
6. Your money goes further
You may not know it but the USD is worth $1.25 Canadian. That means when you buy a beer with a
$20 bill USD at Happy Hour, you get $20 CDN back in change. What a deal! So what are you waiting
for?
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In addition, the cost of using Ship Sticks is often comparable with or even less expensive than
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At Ship Skis, we make getting your skis and winter gear to and from your destination easier than it’s ever been – allowing you to enjoy a hassle-free travel experience to anywhere in the world.
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