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Here is a copy of a part of the resort spotlight on a Whistler resort. Nothing about resort everything about Whistler.
Originally Posted by Timeshare Beat
Just an hour and a half from the lovely port city of Vancouver in British Columbia, Canada, and 218 miles north of Seattle, a small town is nestled in the majestic Coastal Range of mountains. In terms of size it isn't much, with a permanent population of only about 8,000 people. It has cobblestoned streets, a very European look and feel, and no cars are allowed in the pedestrian village.
But in this little town you will find some 120 plus restaurants, from McDonald's to haute cuisine; the latest releases in the movie theater; trendy upscale boutiques by the dozens; art galleries; Native American arts and crafts; live entertainment everywhere; and more bars and clubs than you can do in a week of partying.
Whistler is the town, an Intrawest-owned and built ski resort that is rated No. 1 in North America by SKI readers more often than not. And it doesn't slow down in the summer, either.
Whatever your favorite outdoor pursuits are you can find them here: golfing, tennis, fishing, hiking, whitewater rafting, and even glacier skiing (on the Horstman Glacier, during the summer months). Not into the sports scene that much? Well, the town buzzes with festivals and street entertainment all summer long; just plop yourself down at one of the many open-air cafes and enjoy yourself.
Whistler is located 2000 feet above sea level in a valley that runs roughly north-south. With 7,000 acres of terrain to play on, it has five lakes, all of which have parks, sandy beaches and picnic facilities. Try swimming, canoeing, windsurfing, kayaking, sailing and other water sports in any of them.
Are you a fishing aficionado? Lakes are generally fished April though mid-October, and rivers and creeks all year around. To the south are five major ocean-run rivers and two rivers to the north that hold wild and hatchery salmon. The height of the salmon runs are between late August and late October. Fly-in fishing to remote locations by knowledgeable local operators is very popular for locals and tourists alike.
But if you are thinking about skiing season, think Whistler-Blackcomb, the dual mountain system that hugs little Whistler to its heart. Ski country here includes twelve magnificent bowls, three glaciers and more than 200 marked trails - steep powder chutes, mogul fields, secluded tree skiing and groomed-to-perfection cruising runs.
Or you can opt for cross country skiing under sunny or starry skies; enjoy a spectacular ride on Whistler Mountain's fully enclosed gondola or on one of Blackcomb's express quad chairs for a day of mountaintop sightseeing; try paragliding, snowmobiling, or snowboarding.
Or you can just curl up by your fireplace with a good book and a glass of fine wine, and watch the snow fall outside your windows.
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