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The Canadian resort town of Whistler is best known for its fantastic skiing. Located in the Pacific Range of the Coast Mountains, Whistler is internationally recognized for its alpine skiing, snowboarding, and top-notch pedestrian village. However, few of the millions of visitors that come to Whistler each year are aware of the terrific summer activities that can be enjoyed in the area, making Whistler a true year-round resort destination.
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In 2010, Whistler hosted numerous events from the Vancouver Winter Olympics, including the luge, skeleton, and bobsled events. Whistler Village is a gabled, postcard-perfect sight, and is nestled among the imposing Whistler and Blackcomb mountains. Whistler Mountain opened in 1966, and boasts a vertical rise of 1,530 meters, while Blackcomb Mountain opened in 1980, and has a vertical rise of 1,609 meters. Both mountains are known for their consistent snowfall and great trails.
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Whistler is located on B.C. Highway 99, more commonly referred to as the "Sea-to-Sky" highway. By bus or by car, the ride from Vancouver is quite scenic. The ride is about 2 hours, and there are many shuttles and bus services that run back and forth from Vancouver to Whistler. Summers in Whistler are warm, and rather dry.
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