This past summer, sales of bicycles and bicycle parts soared in North America as citizens seeking socially distanced outdoor recreation after months of coronavirus-related restrictions forged their way out onto the roads and trails.
Rentals Revamped
David Burke / Images Joern Rohde
Tourism Whistler’s winter 2020-’21 advertising tagline “Adventure Differently” applies in many areas — including ski and snowboard rental shops.
Sea to Sky… On High
David Burke
For many who have just landed on the Pemberton Ice Cap for the first time, the most telling reaction is their silence.
“When we all get out of the
Explore the Backcountry with Your Bubble
Steven Hill
While Whistler is renowned as a world-class ski resort with some of the most acclaimed lift-accessed, groomed terrain on the planet, it is also an ideal home base for those looking to escape the crowds and explore pristine, fresh powder in the backcountry.
Soul-Satisfying Delights
Nikki Bayley / Images Joern Rohde
If there ever was a time to eat your feelings, it’s Covid times! Comfort food has been the carb-packed indulgent accompaniment to the past year’s trials and tribulations for us all.
Raise a Glass to B.C. Craft Distilled Gin
Nikki Bayley / Images Joern Rohde
In 2013, the British Columbia government created a new category of distillery for the province, kickstarting a revolution in the Canadian spirit market.
25 Years of ‘Magic and Madness’ at the Bearfoot
Nikki Bayley / Images by Joern Rohde
I have a much-cherished photograph from my first experience at the Bearfoot Bistro in 2012. It’s a glass topped with a napkin adorned with coloured tape, speared through with a cinnamon stick.
What We Love Now
Dee Raffo / Images by Joern Rohde
Whistler has you covered for tasty food & drink. Après and casually dine at the cozy, new Braidwood Tavern at the Four Seasons Resort and Residences; check out the newly revamped Quattro, the legendary Whistler restaurant favourite now under new ownership; memorable, signature, dining in style with your “bubble” or family at the magical snow globes at the Fairmont Chateau Whistler.
Sommeliers’ Picks
Introduction Nikki Bayley
We asked three of our favourite Whistler sommeliers to tell us about the wine that they’re most excited to share with their guests this winter.
Slope Ready – Winter Fitness
Dee Raffo
We all want to indulge in winter’s fun side, heading out early to catch the powder and aprèsing until the alpenglow descends; however, this can take its toll.
