by Sherri Granato

Created on: February 27, 2007   Last Updated: May 14, 2007

If lush chalet dotted mountains with a European atmosphere are what you are seeking, then look no further then the village of Whistler, B.C. Canada. When the many visitors flock to this small community during the peak of ski season, the small town of 10,000 quickly rises to a population of 30,000. Two million snow boarders, skiers, campers, boaters, golfers, clubbers, sightseers, photographers, and nature lovers visit yearly to take in the many local attractions and festivities that keep this town thriving with endless activity. Whistler literally has something for everyone, from fishing and skiing to dog sledding and sightseeing. The breath taking picturesque setting and clean mountain air makes this town prime for skiers as 7,000 acres of beautifully powdered mountain terrain, including glaciers, alpine bowls, and 200 well-marked trails beg for skiers to grace its perimeter.

It is no wonder that the Whistler Blackcomb Ski Resort has been rated as the top ski resort in North America for six years straight as it can accommodate several thousand people hungry for some of the best skiing that Canada has to offer. The resort offers state of the art lifts capable of delivering 59,000 skiers to prime terrain hourly, and since ski season does not end through June and July as Blackcomb is the only mountain in North America that offers public summer glacier skiing, visitors can enjoy their favorite winter sporting outlet any time of year.

If skiing isn't on your itinerary, then perhaps a winter journey through the Soo Valley Wildlife Reserve will better suit your needs. You will be led by a Musher and his team of Alaskan Huskies through scenic trails that are both exhilarating, and quite possibly like nothing you have ever experienced in your life. The dogs are friendly, and with a quick lesson on harnessing the canines, you will then learn the procedures of the ride so that you can command the team of Huskies yourself. This winter journey includes a rest stop that will allow you to get to know the team of dogs a little better as they enjoy attention from admirers.

Winter is not the only season that draws in visitors from every corner of the Earth, summers time in Whistler, B.C. Canada is also packed with plenty of events. Bike tours are loved by almost everyone as it gives you the chance to experience Blackcomb Mountain and its various offerings. Biking enthusiasts are given tours that are designed for an individuals level of experience. There are private lessons available

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