On Jan. 15, 1966, roughly 300 people gathered at the Creekside base of Whistler Mountain for opening day. The drive from Vancouver required navigating a single-lane gravel road,
A Journey Through 10 Years of the Audain Art Museum
Katherine Fawcett
On March 12, 2016, a striking new building opened quietly in Whistler, changing the cultural landscape of British Columbia. Born from the vision of philanthropists Michael Audain and Yoshiko Karasawa, the Audain Art Museum (AAM) set out to create a place where world-class art could coexist with the landscape, histories, and communities that inspired it.
Make the Most of Your Day on Whistler Blackcomb
Dee Raffoo | Images by Joern Rohde
Whistler Blackcomb is North America’s biggest ski resort, with 200+ runs spread over 8,171 acres — home to big mountain skiing, the kind you see in the movies. You know: powder in the face, arcing turns on long, vertical descents and cliff drops with pillowy landings. But while that’s pretty epic (and perhaps a little intimidating), it’s worth noting that 55 per cent of Whistler Blackcomb’s (WB) terrain is green and blue runs (beginner and intermediate). That means you can work up to those powder turns or cruise the corduroy at your own pace and take in the incredible views of the Coast Mountains.
Defining Luxury in Whistler
Stefanie Hostetter | Images by Joern Rohde
When we speak of luxury real estate, it’s easy to conjure images of opulence: grand estates, designer interiors, and lavish amenities. Yet, in the heart of Whistler, luxury takes on a multifaceted person
VANCOUVER — Stunning Beauty, World-Class Attractions
David Burke | Images by Joern Rohde
TIME magazine recently included Vancouver on its list of World’s Greatest Places 2023. The list of 50 countries, regions, cities and towns featured places chosen by the magazine’s international network of correspondents and contributors, focussing on destinations that offer new and exciting experiences for visitors.
Favourite Hikes on Whistler and Blackcomb Mountains
Steve Fisher
A hot summer day. A cloud-free, bluebird sky that is so vibrant, you can hardly believe it’s a real-life shade of blue and not something photoshopped. The sun is warming your face while the scent of wildflowers and perhaps the freshest air you’ve ever breathed fills your nostrils.
Whistler Blackcomb’s Zones for Beginners, Intermediates & Experts
By Steve Fisher / Images by Joern Rohde
For first-time visitors, it’s easy to look up at the peaks of Whistler and Blackcomb mountains and perhaps feel a bit intimidated. Looking around from the lifts, you’ll notice ski tracks going everywhere — between rocks, through the trees, and even off cliffs!
