It's worth getting a window seat!
by Jefie
If you're flying westbound to Vancouver and have never flown over the Rockies before, make sure to get a window seat on the plane! On a clear day, the scenery can be quite breathtaking and it's likely to be something you'll never forget.
"The Best Of Whistler Tips"
by tetonski1
BEST SKI RUNS:
Spanky’s Ladder
Diamond
Ruby Bowl
Saphire Bowls
Dave Murray Downhill
Ridge Runner
Khyber’s Pass
West Bowl
Whistler Bowl
Rock ’n’ Roll
Franz’s.
BEST TAX RETURN:
Save your receipts, If you're from the US you can get a refund on certain purchases.
What purchases are eligible for the Goods & Services Tax (GST) rebate, and how can I claim it?
Non-Canadian residents may receive a 7% Goods and Services Tax rebate on all accommodations, as well as goods purchased, not yet consumed, in Canada. For GST rebates, pick-up a form from the Whistler Activity and Information Centre or contact the Custom House Currency Exchange at 938-1051. For further information on where and how to file a claim, you may also contact Revenue Canada at 1-800-668-4748 (within Canada only) or ask our Central Reservations agents for details at time of booking.
BEST DISCOUNT ON LIFT TICKETS:
Buy tickets at 711 in Squamish and save up to 40%. It’s right on the main hiqhway as you pass through the small town, next to the McDonald’s. I paid $41 per adult ticket in spring 2002, they were $69 at the ticket window. No limit on tickets.
BEST WEATHER FORECAST SITE
For the weather forescast for next five days click here: http://weatheroffice.ec.gc.ca/forecast/city_e.html?wae
BEST INTERNET CAFES TO CATCH UP ON E-MAIL
Peaks Coffee House
The Whistler Library
Soapy's Internet Café "My Entire Trip!"
Before you leave make sure you try some of these other fun activities. For more information about them see the website below.
Swimming
Squash
Hockey
Climbing
Yoga
Volleyball
Inline skating
Gym training
Foosball
Dog-sledding
Mountain bike
Golf
Horseback ride
Canoe
Kayak
Bungee jump
Snowmobiling
Heli skiing
Spa
http://www.whistlerblackcomb.com
BEST ROAD CONDITIONS REPORT
http://www.th.gov.bc.ca/roadreports/roadreport.asp?filename=hwy99.txt
BEST WEB CAM OF THE MOUNTAINS
http://www.whistlerblackcomb.com/cams/
BEST TRAIL MAP
http://www.whistlerblackcomb.com/maps/
Visit Stanley Park,sea wall...
by Sniffa
Visit Stanley Park,sea wall walk and Vancouver Aquarium.An in-expensive way to enjoy a day taking in breath taking scenery and fresh air.The best time to do the sea walk is when the tide is out. Exploring sea life on the beach when the tide is low.
Lynn Canyon
by nigelw6443
As well as being one of Vancouvers free attractions it is also a great spot to have a picnic. There are picnic tables right by the bridge, but further around to the right are more tables and it is a nicer spot amongst the trees.
Vancouver Tip
by Minnow
Getting to see Salé & Pelletier win their first World Championship titles was one of the most amazing things I experienced in Vancouver. The emotion in the arena as the largely Canadian crowd sang Oh Canada along with Jamie and David on the podium was overwhelming, and for a few brief moments I almost wished I were Canadian ;)