Whistler (114)Join the Farrer clan—photographers Jonathan and Lisa and their three children—on a trip to the Fairmont Chateau Whistler resort in Whistler, British Columbia. The family enjoys a full slate of winter activities, including heli-skiing, ice skating, snowboarding, snowshoeing and sleigh riding. They also venture into the village of Whistler to discover its many wonders.
Whistler Facts:
- Whistler Mountain was originally named London Mountain, and the town of Whistler was once known as Alta Lake.
- To get to Chateau Whistler, you must fly into Vancouver and then take a 2.5-hour (75 miles) drive to the resort.
- The Fairmont Chateau Whistler boasts 550 rooms, two restaurants, a lounge, a spa and other amenities.
- Standard room rates at the Fairmont Chateau Whistler start at $230 per night.
- A one-hour sleigh ride costs $40 for adults and $20 for kids (this includes hot chocolate).
Contact Information:
The Fairmont Chateau Whistler
4599 Chateau Boulevard
Whistler, British Columbia
Canada
V0N 1B4
(604) 938-8000
chateauwhistlerresort@fairmont.com
www.fairmont.com
Whistler Heli-Skiing
The Crystal Lodge
#3-4241 Village Stroll
Box 368
Whistler, BC
Canada
V0N 1B0
888-435-4754
heliski@direct.ca
www.heliskiwhistler.com
Resources:
Tourism Whistler
800-944-7853, www.tourismwhistler.com
Whistler.com—Guide for sports enthusiasts to Whistler
877-932-0606, www.whistler.com
Heli-ski in Whistler
888-HELISKI (888-435-4754), www.heliskiwhistler.com
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