Whistler Accommodations, News and Updates

Whistler has an outstanding selection food and beverage establishments that offer some of the best dining and nightlife in British Columbia. There are more than 90 restaurants within Whistler Village alone. All the flavours of the world are here - Japanese, French, Italian, Greek, Indian.

We have put together a list of Whistler restaurants and including a selection of fine dining establishments. We also indicate a few of our favourites. Feel free to contact us for our recommendations based upon your budget and tastes. We'll also book Whistler dining reservations for our guest. Visit our Whistler Dining Guide for more information.

Whistler's book lovers finally get a new place to hang out, for kids, teenagers, researchers and all readers.

On Saturday, January 25, the new Whistler Library will open its doors to the public with a short ceremony and visit of the new building. And book checkouts will be available right away for everybody's pleasure.
The construction has been on going for months and the building respond to Whistler's green vision with a sustainable site, efficient water and energy systems, sustainable materials and much more.

Books and magazines will be available to read at the library in the lounge or to take home. Kids and Teens will have their own reserved areas with reading space and couches and more. Activities for all age groups will be organized, whether it is story times for the little ones or meeting with authors for the older ones. The public will have access to free wireless internet access and a public access computer centre with all new computers donated by Shaw and internet access and database search capabilities.

The library is a great improvement for the Whistler community but will also be a great place for visitors, with reading space and work stations. Whether you want somewhere to chill after a day on the slopes or are looking for a book for your little one, or you need to work on this proposal for work that was due yesterday, the Library will become a central location for all.

Make it one more reason to come to Whistler! Alpine Vacation will be happy to help you find the right accommodation.

Late in January it was announced that Whistler has been designated Cultural Capital of Canada in 2009!

This nomination is very rewarding for all the community members who have worked to promote local and famous artists and offer a wide range of cultural events and activities in Whistler through the years.
The Whistler Arts Council, Whistler Museum and Archives Society, Whistler Film Festival and Whistler Writers are very proud of the nomination.

For years, arts and culture have played a major role in improving the quality of life of Whistler’s citizens and supporting the economic development of the municipality as a world famous tourism destination.

With this recognition of Whistler’s cultural efforts and the 2010 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games on their way, it looks like the municipality has the best of both world!

Come to Whistler to enjoy an active vacation in this outdoor sports Mecca and discover arts, culture and heritage from the first nation to the latest contemporary trends.
Alpine Whistler offers affordable and comfortable lodging in Whistler. Contact us today!

In Whistler, we always try to emphasize arts and cultural events whenever possible, to balance a bit with the extra-sporty activities that fill your and our days.

With the Out of Bounds: Tales from the Backcountry, arts meet sports and culture meets Whistler dreams in one place.

It is a photography exhibition featuring scenes of backcountry skiing and snowboarding in our backyard (ie: British Columbia’s mountains).
This exhibition is very special for all because it does not only showcase the work of famous and upcoming photographers but also images of enthusiast and exciting amateurs from all over British Columbia.

Organized by the Whistler Arts Council and exhibited at the Maurice Young Millennium Place, this art show display the best of what Whistler has to offer to locals and visitors. Four professionals reviewed all images received before choosing the artists and pictures that would best represent the mountain culture and beauty of the backcountry.

This is just one of the many events happening this year in Whistler. Whenever you come, ask your host at Alpine Whistler what are the shows, concerts, exhibits and events not to miss, so you will be sure to enjoy every part of your stay in your Whistler accommodations.

Whistler is an outdoor sports mecca, but it is also a family destination. Alpine Whistler has gathered for you some information about the kid friendly Whistler.

First of all, as a mountain resort, Whistler offers lots of ski and snowboard lessons and camps, as well as daycares with MY Millennium Place, the municipality or Whistler Kids. There are also a lot of other places and babysitter and nanny networks that can help you and take care of your little one and older children while you spend a day on the slopes or a relaxing time at the spa.

There are also a lot of kid friendly activities that are fun for the entire family. The Whistler indoor rock climbing facility is always a success, and kids are often better than the parents, which is always fun.
Ziplining on Whistler Mountain is something fun and exciting for everyone. Ziptrek offers a few different tours and a treetrek tour as well. Get an adrenaline rush, lots of laugh and beautiful scenery. A fantastic family adventure.
The Coca-Cola Tube Park as well will provide entertainment to all. It’s a great way for all the family to gather after the day and enjoy a unique experience.

Those are just a few, that are available year-round. You can find endless of Whistler kids friendly and family activities that will be enjoyable for all, young and less young. Alpine Whistler also offers Whistler accommodations perfect for families, at affordable rates and with all the right amenities to make your stay easy and comfortable.