"Whistler" Whistler by jujub

Whistler is probably on a lot of people's list of place to go to hit the wintery slopes. It was on my wish-list as well, and the only deterrent was the high cost. Until, that is, I stumbled upon a super cheap airfare to Vancouver from NY, round trip direct flight for under 300 bucks with all taxes included. How could I pass up an opportunity like this one? Never!!! ;)

Whistler is a 2-hour drive from Vancouver, through a scenic road named Sea to Sky Highway. The winter is very mild in the Vancouver area, don't be surprised if you spot some locals wearing t-shirts while you are huddled up with your winter jacket... Yeah, we stuck out like sore thumbs... ;)

Anyways, the snow was great at higher elevations, kind of heavy and wet at lower half, so just stick to the top. Beginners: learn at the top -- the snow is fluffier and more abundant, which makes falling less painful! You can always take the gondola to get back down!

Have your goggles handy -- we hit very bad fog at the top, and unless you dig some frosty eyelashes, goggles are the way to go!

Enjoy!~~