It doesn’t take long to fall under Whistler’s spell.

World-class skiing, mountain-top chalets and breathtaking scenery await visitors of this cosmopolitan mountain village, just a two hour drive along the Sea to Sky Highway from Vancouver. Visitors can come and enjoy everything this town of 10,000 has to offer, including the breathtaking vistas and the shops, cafes and pubs of the pedestrian-only Whistler Village.

Much of Whistler's well deserved fame is due to its two spectacular mountains, Whistler and Blackcomb. Together they offer more than 7000 acres of skiable terrain! As a testament to the superb skiing of the area, Vancouver-Whistler will host the 2010 Winter Olympic Games from February 12th to 28th, followed by the Paralympic Games from March 12th to 21st.

When it’s time to call it a day, visitors will enjoy skiing directly to their door from the 200 runs and 33 ski lifts of Whistler and Blackcomb. The resort is known to have the highest number of ski in/ski out accommodations in North America, making it both convenient and enjoyable for visitors.

In the summer, the scenery is equally stunning, with glimmering lakes reflecting impressive mountains. A series of festivals promise to keep visitors entertained with comedians, dancers and jugglers, as well as locally-made unique arts and crafts.

In the fall, Oktoberfest celebrates beer and bratwurst, while every Sunday throughout the year, locals and visitors alike converge at the base of Blackcomb Mountain to enjoy the Farmer’s Market.

Adding to the enchantment of Whistler is its rich First Nations heritage, celebrated every August during Weetama: Whistler's Celebration of Aboriginal Culture. History buffs will also enjoy a visit to the Whistler Museum and Archives.

The spectacular year-round adventures may first draw you here, but it’s the scenery, people, culture, restaurants and entertainment that will keep you coming back.