Weakened U.S. economy seen as key obstacle to summer growth in resort.

After significant growth in summer visitation to Whistler over the past two summers, Tourism Whistler (TW) officials are predicting that numbers in summer 2008 will be the same as last year — largely because of the weakened U.S. economy.

While rising gas prices and possible negative impacts from last summer’s cool, rainy weather are other potential reasons for the stalled summer momentum, visitation from the U.S. has been dropping in (more…)

Artists are amazing. Anyone who has the talent and skill to create beautiful works of art using imagination and various tools of the trade are just inspiring. And when I consider that some artists choose nature as the medium of choice, I’m even more awestruck by the artist’s creativity and talents. I’ve seen various artisans create sand sculptures and ice sculptures. But I have never witnessed anyone create snow sculptures. Travelers to Whistler BC Canada during the end of February will get to witness first hand two teams of snow sculptors create one of a kind works out of blocks of packed snow.

This year, from February 27 – 29, as part of the Celebration Whistler 2010 events, visitors will delight in the awe and wonder of two snow sculptures. Thanks to the Whistler Art’s Council, The Canadian National Snow Sculpture Team and Team Alberta will each have 2 days to complete their sculptures. The environmental conditions make The Roundhouse at Whistler Mountain a prime location for such a delicate an intricate art. (more…)

Now that the middle of winter is here, you may be really ready to take that Whistler ski vacation you’ve been dreaming about. Mother nature continues to drop fresh, white powder onto the slopes of Whistler Blackcomb making the conditions impeccable for any ski sport you can think of, like downhill skiing and snowboarding. And since a ski vacation is what you want, why not take one at the alpine ski resort consistently ranked the number one best place in the world: Whistler Blackcomb? Here is a list of must haves for you to consider when planning your ultimate Whistler ski vacation. (more…)

Residents of Whistler Canada are excited to host the 2010 Winter Olympics. Not only will the world’s number one ranked ski resort get showcased on televisions across the globe while top winter sport athletes compete for coveted Olympic gold medals, but the area’s art and culture scene will also have an amazing opportunity to share their talents and educate the masses. If you’re vacationing in Whistler during the month of February, you will enjoy the area’s annual Celebration 2010 events that highlight and exhibit the culture and talents of local artists, musicians, and actors of all types. (more…)

When I was a kid, my family took two vacations every year: one in the summer and one in the winter. Usually, our winter vacations were almost always to a favorite ski resort, like Whistler Blackcomb in Whistler BC Canada. And we always stayed at Whistler hotels rather than a vacation rental or other available Whistler accommodation. My parents believed that since our family of four was going to be enjoying the snow on the mountains all day every day, no one was going to want to worry about cooking anything for anybody. And since my parents did the bulk of the cooking and cleaning at home, they wanted a week off to relax too. So we stayed in Whistler hotels and did lots of dining out. (more…)