Whistler Blackcomb has unveiled plans to build a new high speed detachable quad in the high alpine for the 2006-2007 Winter season. The new Symphony Lift on Whistler mountain will run to the Piccolo peak from the bottom of Flute Bowl and will provide access to more than 1,000 acres of the most spectacular high alpine terrain available in North America.

Learn more our Whistler's new Symphony Chairlift.

The Kadenwood property complex is now offered by Aloha Whistler Accommodations. This complex is ski-in ski-out in the upper Whistler village. Spectacular mountain homes near the Whistler Creekside gondola. Panoramic northwest views showcasing the surrounding mountains and lakes from high up on the mountain.

Learn more about Whistler's Kadenwood exclusive property.

New ski-in ski-out rental units available in the upper Whistler village. Beautiful one to three bedroom townhomes that are a three minute walk to the main Whistler Village and the Whistler-Blackcomb gondolas or the Blackcomb day lodge and Wizard chair.

Learn more about Whistler Gables townhome complex.

Whistler Mountain opened on November 18. Massive winter storms that have blanketed Whistler resort since late last week resulted in Whistler Mountain opening earlier than planned today, Saturday, November 18.

Learn more about Whistler Mountain's 2007 ski season opening.

For the third year in a row, Whistler has been named the "Best Overseas Ski Resort" in Australia's esteemed Luxury Travel Magazine's "Gold List", to be published in the January 2007 issue.

Learn more about the Luxury Travel Magazine award.

Currently U.S. Residents only require ID and not a passport to enter Canada by land or air. This changes as of December 31, 2006 and U.S. citizens arriving by air will be require possession of a valid passport. All other travelers arriving into Canada require a valid passport.

Learn more about Passport requirements for entering Canada from the U.S.

What's On Whistler - March 2007

The luck of the Irish has come to Whistler early this year so be sure to include the snow gods in your St. Patrick's Day toast. By February 20 the Whistler Blackcomb ski area surpassed its average annual snowfall of 33 feet (1006 cm) with three months still to go in the season.

Learn more about Whistler March 2007 events.

Whistler Blackcomb announced plans to proceed with a new alpine gondola development.

Whistler's mayor and council provided Whistler-Blackcomb Mountains nearly $1-million in tax breaks this week to help the ski operator build one of the world's longest gondola lifts into the area's remote alpine region.

The gondola terminals will be built adjacent to Whistler's Roundhouse and Blackcomb's Rendezvous restaurants. Four towers will span Fitzsimmons Creek and give 4,000 skiers and snowboarders access to the incredible alpine area, and should attract visitors from around the world.

Learn more about the new Whistler Blackcomb Alpine Gondola.

The World Comes to Play at the World Ski and Snowboard Festival - April 13 to 22, 2007

You're invited to Whistler's amazing annual spring celebration of music, arts, sports and culture. The Whistler Ski & Snowboard Festival 2007 pumps up the volume with 50 live concerts, major pro ski and snowboard comps, legendary arts events, endless nightlife and the planet's best spring skiing & snowboarding over 10 days and nights. Bring your friends, bring your family, bring yourself and get ready for a world-class experience!

Learn more about the 2007 World Ski & Snowboard Festival.

For many ski towns, the winter season winds to a close in April. Not so in Whistler. The storms of winter have deposited an astonishing amount of snow still picture perfect in spring and ready-to-ski through June – just ask the “Heavy Metal Motorcycle Mommas” who will race during the Mom’s Mountain Classic on April 11. Also yet to come is the biggest party of the winter season: the legendary TELUS World Ski and Snowboard Festival brings ten days of winter sport, fashion, film, photography and Canada’s largest free outdoor concert series.

Visit a complete list of Whistler April 2007 Events for more information.

The Whistler Pique Newsmagazine annually polls its readers to determine the best Whistler businesses and activities. Highlights of "Whistler's Best of 2006" includes Citta Bistro as the best place for people watching & the Rimrock Cafe as the dining establishment with the best Chef, service and seafood.

See the complete list of the "Whistler's Best of 2006" winners here.