I didn’t start skiing until I was 15. I had the chance to go on a youth group trip to North Carolina, and we spent 2 days on the slopes. I absolutely LOVED it. When I visited Colorado in 2001, I knew I had to go skiing again. It was a much different experience, because the runs and mountains were much bigger and better than North Carolina. Now my husband wants to go to ski in the Canadian Rockies, at perhaps Whistler or Blackcomb. Why? Whistler is probably the best place in North America to ski, because it’s home to the continent’s 2 greatest vertical rise ski mountains, and the largest terrain for skiing in North America. Now THOSE are some mountains!
That must be why Whistler Resort will be used in the 2010 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games. One thing I love – at the base of the mountain are clubs, shopes dining, and spas. It’s nice to know that after a full day of skiing, there’s still plenty to do and see. Or you can hop (or hobble) to the spa for a back massage and get all of the kinks out.
And Whistler has tons of accomodation options, like Whistler Condo Rentals. I actually prefer a condo over a hotel since you not only have more room, and privacy, but you have your own kitchen if you feel like dining in. Most come with a private hot tub too. And here’s another reason why Whistler is tops – some of the condo rentals are ski in / ski out! No need to drive to the lift, just ski out of your condo to it. Now THAT is luxury!
Speaking of luxury – this Whistler condo even features heated floors and an indoor hot tub! Where do I sign up for that vacation? I’m bookmarking this site to go back when we’re ready for another skiing vacation!
