Whistler Blackcomb Ski Resort
Whistler, B.C.

The Canadian town of Whistler is home to the biggest vertical drop and most terrain in North America. Just 72 miles from Vancouver, the resort is playing host to several events in the 2010 Winter Olympics, like alpine and cross-country skiing.

Resort stats: The resort offers more than 8,100 skiable acres, more than 200 marked trails, a mile of vertical, 38 lifts, three glaciers and twelve alpine bowls. There are great restaurants and shopping when you're not on the slopes.

When to go: Snow is usually on the ground from November to April, with the best powder falling between January and early March. During the Olympics and Paraylmpics, runs not used in the games — over 90 percent of terrain — will remain open to the public.

Image courtesy Tourism BC/Tom Ryan

Visit www.whistlerblackcomb.com for more information.