Whistler Holidays
Description
Location: Whistler, British Columbia
Your holiday price includes
- Return Economy schedule flights from London Heathrow to Vancouver
- All airport taxes & fuel surcharges
- Shared return airport transfers
- 7 nights accommodation in a Studio
- Includes daily continental breakfast
Resort description
Whistler is consistently voted North America's No.1 ski resort, and it's a firm favourite with discerning skiers and boarders because it has everything they want and more. Not just one but two world class ski mountains, acres of diverse and varied terrain, trails to satisfy all standards, and the biggest vertical drop in North America. The skiing is vast and varied, divided between Whistler and Blackcomb mountains, with a state-of the-art lift system to take you to the summit where a vertical descent of more than one mile awaits! You'll discover long groomed trails, secluded glades, "back country" tracks, glaciers, snow bowls and heli-skiing. Whistler has an excellent long-season snow record – a record 469 cm last season made it one of Whistler's finest for 25 years! Whistler is the ultimate skiing experience, with a reputation further enhanced by the recent award of the 2010 Winter Olympic Games. This is a great choice for experienced or first-time skiers, and has enough attractions to keep even the most discerning winter aficionado absorbed – hence Whistler has long been our biggest 'repeat visitor' resort.
Time-out from the mountain is equally well catered for with snowmobiling, snowshoeing, zip trekking, dog sledding, indoor climbing, swimming and serious retail therapy. Clustered at the base of the mountains, Whistler Village consists of 4 attractive pedestrian-only areas with more than 200 shops. A huge choice of evening entertainment includes bars, bistros, clubs, and restaurants serving food from every corner of the world - indeed the après-ski, like the skiing, is as challenging as you care to make it.
Accommodation description
A luxurious ski-in/ski-out condominium property, located slopeside on Blackcomb Mountain with spectacular views across Whistler Village and surrounding peaks. The apartments are spacious and well appointed. Services include complimentary continental breakfasts daily and a grocery shopping service. The pool and spa are seemingly carved out of the mountainside with great views.
There are a wide selection of restaurants to choose from to satisfy all your gastronomic needs. The hotel also boasts a swimming pool and hot tub to add to your relaxing holiday experience. If you're still feeling adventurous after a day's skiing try your hand at ziptrek.
The arrival airport is Vancouver and the transfer time to the resort is approximately 2 hours.Please note: Rating is based on tour operator’s own rating system
Hotel facilities
- The hotel is located over six floors and has 185 rooms and suites
- Studio, One Bedroom and Two Bedroom
- Heated outdoor pool
- Outdoor hot tub
- High speed internet access
- Ski valet facilities
- On-site Spa
- Local shuttle to and from Whistler Village
Studio facilities
- Maximum occupancy 4
- Cable television
- Private bathroom
- Mini refrigerator
- Direct dial telephone
- Gas fireplace
Food and beverage
- Wide selection of restaurants nearby
Please note: Use of hotel facilities/amenities may be subject to a local charge.
In our opinion
‘…Whistler, Canada’s jewel in the crown has all you could dream for in a mountain resort. Whistler is the host village for 2010 Winter Olympics.…’
Children: £781 to £1069
Infants: £432 to £504
Please note
- Child and infant prices are only applicable when sharing with 2 full fare paying adults.
- We do not charge a Ticket on Departure fee on our bookings.
- The following extra charges will apply when booked by credit card: 2.5%.
- Your confirmation is notification that the tour operator has received your booking and is processing it.
Ticketing information: You will be contacted by the tour operator after making your booking.
Whistler Information
Whistler Highlights...
Destination Airport
Vancouver International Airport
Airport Information
Country
Canada
Address
Vancouver International Airport Authority PO Box 23750, Airport Postal Outlet, Richmond, British Columbia V7B 1Y7, Canada
Country Code
1
Telephone
604 207 7077
Fax
604 276 6099
Via the airport's website
Website
www.yvr.ca
Location
The airport is located 13km (8 miles) south of Vancouver
Time Zone
GMT - 8 (GMT - 7 from the first Sunday in April to the last Sunday in October)
Number of Terminals
3
Transfer between Terminals
The glass corridor walkway, known as the ‘Link’, connects the International and Domestic terminals. A free shuttle runs between the International and Domestic terminals and the South Terminal.
Driving Directions
The airport is linked to Vancouver via the Arthur Laing Bridge and then Highway 99. Follow signs for Highway 99 South, and then the airport. The airport is located on Grant McConachie Way.
Car Parking
Parkade is the closest car park to the terminals, offering covered parking; level P1 is for pick-up/drop-off of passengers; levels P2 and P3 are hourly, daily and weekly parking. Hourly or daily parking is also available at the South Terminal. The economy car park, next to Parkade, is also close to the terminals (minimum stay: one day). There is also a cheaper long-term car park with a free 24-hour shuttle service to/from the terminals. There is a 24-hour valet parking service at both the Domestic and International terminals. Call the information line (tel: 604 207 7077) for further parking information.
Car Hire
Alamo, Avis, Budget, Hertz, National and Thrifty have facilities on the ground floor of the Parkade, close to the terminal. Off-airport companies, Discount, Dollar and Enterprise, can be contacted at the pick-up location near the economy parking lot.
Public Transport
Road: Taxi: Over 400 licensed taxis are available from outside the Domestic and International terminals daily 24 hours. Limousine: Limojet Gold Express operates from the airport daily around the clock (tel: 604 273 1331). Bus: The Airporter bus (tel: 604 946 8866 or 1800 668 3141 ; website: www.yvrairporter.com) serves central Vancouver hotels, the cruise ship terminal, and bus and train stations. Tickets are available from the Airporter desk in the Arrivals area of the terminals, at the pick-up point, or on the bus. Scheduled bus services are also available to major hotels in Downtown Vancouver, Whistler, Vancouver Island and various destinations in Washington State.
Information and Help Desks
Customer service counters can be found on the Departures level of both the Domestic and International terminals. Tourism British Columbia Visitor Information Centre (tel: 604 207 0953 or 1598) counters are located on the Arrivals level in both the International and Domestic terminals and can help with accommodation, sightseeing and ground transportation tickets; multi-lingual services are available.
Airport Facilities
Money and communications: ATMs, bureaux de change and banks are located in both the International and Domestic terminals. Full postal facilities and mobile phone hire are available in the Arrivals area of the Domestic Terminal. Telephones and Internet access are available throughout the airport. Eating and drinking: Licensed bars and restaurants, fast-food outlets, snack bars and coffee shops are located throughout the airport. Shopping: Most shops are located in the International and Domestic Departures areas. Duty-free shopping is available in the International Terminal, with one outlet also available in the Domestic Departures area. Luggage: Left-luggage facilities are available from CDS Baggage Storage (tel: 604 303 4519), in the Arrivals area of the Domestic and International terminals. Other facilities: The Domestic Terminal also has a pharmacy, medical clinic, dental clinic and dry cleaners. There is a spa, 24-hour nursery, and a children’s play area on the ‘Link’ walkway; baby change facilities and children’s play areas are also located at many other areas around the airport.
Conference and Business Facilities
The CDS Business Centre (tel: 604 303 4500) in the International Terminal offers fax and photocopying facilities, computer workstations and Internet ports.
Disabled Facilities
The airport is fully accessible to disabled passengers. There is a general information telephone line for the hearing impaired (tel: 604 207 7070). Disabled parking and wheelchair-accessible taxis are available.
Airport Hotels
The Fairmont Vancouver Airport Hotel (tel: 604 207 5200; website: www.fairmont.com) is located on the airport site. Major hotels in the vicinity include the Vancouver Airport Marriott (tel: 604 276 2112) and the Radisson President Hotel & Suites (tel: 604 276 8181). Accommodation booking is available through the travel agent in the Arrivals hall of the Domestic Terminal and the Super Natural British Columbia Visitor Information Centre (tel: 604 207 0953 or 1598), located on the Arrivals level in both the International and Domestic terminals.
City
Vancouver
Full Airport Name
Vancouver International Airport
State or Province
British Columbia
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