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Great Escape
A look at what to do in the major U.S. and
worldwide tourist destinations. -- January 30, 2006
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Whistler is a 2 hour drive (75 miles/20 kilometers) from
Vancouver and a 5-hour drive (218 miles/354 kilometers) from Seattle. So why
make the trek? How about for some world-class skiing and winter activities. If
the outdoors is not where you want to be, forget about booking this trip. But
if you love the outdoors, beautiful scenery and winter, in general, you better
make a beeline for picturesque Whistler.
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| The Top 7 Attractions
in Whistler |
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| Whistler Blackcomb Resort 800-766-0449
This year-round resort offers five-star
downhill and heli-skiing during the winter and early spring. Once it
warms up, they offer alpine hiking and glacier skiing. |
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| Whistler Mountain
At a peak elevation of 7160 feet (2182
meters), this mountain provides the best skiing in the world. |
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| Blackcomb Mountain
The peak elevation here is 7494 feet
(2284 meters) and is a great opportunity for more great skiing for those
who don't want to fight the throngs at Whistler Mountain. |
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| Lost Lake
A mere 15-minute shuttle ride from
Whistler is Lost Lake, the perfect spot to relax, jog, picnic or just
stroll the lake. |
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| Garibaldi Provincial Park 604-898-3678
Hike the lush meadows, among the alpine
flowers and view wildlife in their natural habitats. Garibaldi Park was
created by volcanic action which created many of the parks' peaks. Lava
from Cliner Peak created the Barrier, a natural 300 meter deep dam,
behind which Garibaldi Lake formed. |
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| Rainbow Mountain
Whether you're a privacy nut or sick of
fighting crowds, Rainbow Mountain is for you -- to get to this snow-capped
mountain you need a helicopter! |
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| Black Tusk Trail
Looking for the best scenery in Whistler? Ski
or snowshoe your way down the trail at Black Tusk Meadows and you'll find
it. |
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