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Gay-Friendly Whistler Febuary 3-10, 2008

Gay Friendly Whistler is the premier year-round vacation destination for outdoor adventure-seeking gays and lesbians and often considered "The largest gay-friendly mountain resort in North America."

Top 10 Reasons To Visit Whistler

Blair Hirtle is Whistler - you know it
  1. Skiing & Snowboarding
    Whistler was voted the number one ski resort in North America. With more than 8,100 acres of skiable terrain, 200 runs, and the longest ski season in Canada - why would you want to go skiing or snowboarding anywhere else?
  2. WinterPRIDE Whistler
    WinterPRIDE Whistler takes place in early February and is your time to visit Whistler, ski, snowboard, après and party at the number one ski resort in North America. Planning a stop over in Vancouver first? Visit the Tourism Vancouver website. It is an excellent information resource for travel into and through Vancouver.
  3. Get Married
    Whistler has hosted several same-sex wedding ceremonies and even has a local wedding planner. It's legal in British Columbia.
  4. Spas
    Whistler has dozens of spas offering relaxation therapies.
  5. Luxury
    Whistler is a sophisticated, international resort with award-winning hotels and well-trained staff (same-sex couples need not be concerned about specific accommodation requests). Read about your luxury options in Whistler..
  6. Shopping
    There are 200 shops and services located in the pedestrian-only alpine Village. Cafés, restaurants, and pubs are dotted along the route - perfect for people-watching.
  7. Romantic Fondue Dinners
    Indulge in Whistler's most romantic dining experience during the winter - a fondue dinner in a ski chalet on top of Blackcomb Mountain. Clink wine glasses, marvel at the stars and glistening glaciers.
  8. Summertime in Whistler
    From mountain biking to sightseeing gondola rides up Whistler Mountain, summer is the time to visit.
  9. Valley Trail
    Perfect for rollerblading and biking, the Valley Trail is 30 km of trails linking the Village to lakeside parks and sandy beaches (even a clothing-optional one).
  10. Hiking & Camping
    Explore the unlimited hiking terrain around Whistler. Expect waterfalls, alpine wildflowers, and spectacular mountain beauty with every step.
 

Whistler Insider

Enjoying Altitude Gay Ski Week in WhistlerWhistler is a resort town of only 10,000 permanent residents and doesn't have any specific gay establishments - at least, not yet. However, on any given day in peak tourist season that number can swell to 50,000 and everyone is here to have fun. Besides, where else can you have all the comforts of a sophisticated urban centre that is dog-friendly and in a beautiful mountain setting? Sign up for the Whistler Insider today.

 

Looking for a local ski group? Visit Ski Out and connect with other skiers and snowboarders.

 

Tourism Whistler Contributes

Tourism Whistler's Media Team has hosted many gay media outlets from around the world including Passport Magazine, MyGayWorld, Gloss, Genre, Xtra West, Buzz, Fab, and Sergej magazine from Germany.

Tourism Whistler is also a member of the GLBA of Vancouver (Gay and Lesbian Business Association), advertises in gay publications and provides extensive travel editorials both online and in print.