ALOHA WHISTLER ACCOMMODATIONS BLOG

Please note that Aloha Whistler doesn’t offer child care or baby sitting services directly, however, we can arrange these services for guests who book their select accommodations with Aloha Whistler.

Enjoy all that Whistler has to offer with the knowledge that your children are in safe hands. Qualified nannies provide professional care in your townhouse or condo. Advanced reservations are recommended.

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Contact us for more information or to add child care or baby sitting services to your Whistler vacation. Our in-resort local travel experts are here to help!

Babysitting Whistler

Babysitting Whistler is a childcare and nanny agency that provides safe fun active care while babysitting. Our Whistler nannies combine care for your children with all the great children’s activities Whistler Blackcomb has to offer.

Our nannies and baby sitters come to your Whistler accommodation to entertain your children both daycare and in the evening.

We accept all whistler kids and their families from newborn to 14 years of age.

Looking for More Information About Whistler, Kids and Familes?

We recommend that you visit Whistler4Kids.com – Whistler’s authoritative website on all things related to Whistler, children and families.

Whistler 4 Kids is the ultimate insider’s guide to celebrating family life in and around Whistler, Pemberton and Squamish.

Catering

Whistler Cooks Catering

Over the last 15 years Whistler Cooks has become the largest off-site caterer in British Columbia’s Sea to Sky Region. They pride themselves on using the freshest local ingredients, with expertise in corporate events, intimate social gatherings, and weddings.  With everything from canapes to full service meals, they can assist with all of your catering needs.

Pastry Chefs

Purebread

Whistler based Purebread was founded by a local family started off baking from their home for family and friends. Their product was SO popular that they now have 2 shops in Whistler, and 1 in Vancouver!  Order your cake today, or stop by their Marketplace location.

Gift Baskets

Whistler Baskets

Whistler Baskets offers beautiful gift baskets created in Whistler for all occasions. Serving Whistler, Pemberton and Squamish. We take pride in creating gifts that specialize in “Whistler Style”.

From Corporate business to the perfect housewarming or hostess gift, you will find a basket to satisfy every need. Welcome to Whistler, Romance Baskets, Family, Delegate and Custom Baskets.

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Contact us for more information or to add catering services to your Whistler vacation. Our in-resort local travel experts are here to help!

Why visit Whistler during thIS sPRING?

Visiting Whistler this Spring? 2017 is Canada’s 150th Birthday – come celebrate with us! Looking for inspiration forthings to do in Whistler this spring?

Whistler and Blackcomb Mountain’s ski areas hemlock cedar forests are home to approximately 50 black bears.

Explore this beautiful area from May to October with world-renown bear expert Micheal Allen. Allen has over 20 years experience studying black bears. You will be taken to visit active bear dens, daybeds and feeding sites with a backdrop of glacial peaks and breath taking sunsets.

Whistler Bear Tour Tips

• Dress in layers and appropriate clothing for the time of year
• Don’t forget your camera
• Groups are limited to 3-6 people per tour unless special arrangements are made
• Be at the Wizard Express chairlift 15 minutes before your tour time
• Hiking boots are recommended

Get Bear Smart!

Whistler is bear country. The good news… bears and people can con-exist. Learn about how best to be prepared for the front and back-country to make your wilderness experience the best it can be.

If you enter bear country get educated. Follow best practices which include the proper management of food and garbage plus appropriate interaction if you encounter a bear.

Visit the Bear Smart website for more information.

Ready to experience the awesome wildlife of British Columbia?

Come play and stay in Whistler at one of our accommodations in Whistler.

Contact our staff to find out more information about Whistler site seeing packages.

Choose from a wide variety of excellent Whistler ski & snowboard rental providers.
Have questions? Contact us… we can help!

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Affinity Sports Ski Rentals

Your source for Whistler and Blackcomb’s best ski and snowboard rental equipment. In addition to  Affinity’s complete online reservation system, for skis, snowboards, clothing and accessories, you’ll also find resort information including lodging, activities and services available to you in Whistler.

White Glove Ski Rentals

Whiteglove is Whistler’s leading luxury rental operator. New equipment, perfectly tuned, brought to you in the comfort of your own home, condo or hotel suite. Expert technicians will ensure a perfect fit and complete satisfaction guaranteed.  Often available later than the rental shops!

Whistler Blackcomb Ski Rentals

Whistler Blackcomb has the largest and newest selection of rental gear in Whistler with a 100% brand new high performance ski fleet. Check out the new Demo category, offering the very best All Mountain, Big Mountain and race breed carving skis to meet the demands of the most discerning skiers. Whistler Blackcomb Rentals are conveniently located at every mountain base and offers free storage and tuning and the option to change your gear anytime to suit the conditions. Renters can rest assured they will have the right tools to make the most of each day!

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Our in-resort travel experts are all skiers and snowboarders. We know Whistler and we know ski rental shops in Whistler.

Contact us for more information or to add equipment rentals to your Whistler vacation. Our in-resort local travel experts are here to help!

Why visit Whistler during the summer?

Whistler is stunning in the summer, with all the usual resort activities such as swiming, golf, horseback riding, biking.

You can take a ride to the top of the mountain, then travel mountain to mountain via the Peak 2 Peak gondola.

Fom there either do some alpine hiking or just take in the amazing views. There’s also sort of a water-luge thing at Blackcomb. Or enjoy hanging out at one of the nunerous lakes and beaches.

Whistler is a summer paradise!

With so much to do it’s no wonder that there are now more visits to Whistler in the summer than winter.

Ready to experience the magic Whistler in summer?

Come play and stay in Whistler at one of our accommodations in Whistler. Contact our in-resort vacation specialists to find out more information about Whistler summer packages.

Whistler is truly a four season year-round resort. The Whistler Village is central to many of the Resort’s activities including arts and culture, dining and shopping.

Whistler offers over 90 restaurants, hundreds of shops, numerous galleries, cultural centres, and a variety of year-round recreational opportunities.

Meetings and conferences are also popular during the spring and fall seasons.

No matter what time of the year you visit Whistler there is always something to do!

Whistler is a year-round paradise!

With so much to do it’s no wonder that Whistler is acclaimed as North America’s best four-season resort.

Ready to experience the Whistler year-round?

Come play and stay in Whistler at one of our accommodations in Whistler. Contact our in-resort vacation specialists to find out more information about Whistler vacation packages.

Photo: Gary Fiegehen

Whistler Blackcomb Mountain is critically acclaimed as North America’s best ski area… and for good reason.Skiing and riding is available for all abilities. From groomed beginner and intermediate slopes to alpine bowls and steep chutes for advanced skiers and riders it’s all here.

But there is more to Whistler in winter than just world-class skiing and snowboarding. Much more!

From great activities, entertainment, dining and shopping Whistler is a winter wonderland!

Winter is why whistler is legendary!

Nowhere knows how to celebrate winter like Whistler. The best part is that you choose your own style – easygoing family fun, extreme adrenaline adventures and everything in between.

Ready to experience the winter wonder known as Whistler?

Come play and stay in Whistler at one of our accommodations in Whistler. Contact our in-resort vacation specialists to find out more information about Whistler winter packages.

North America’s Premier Ski Resort

Whistler and Blackcomb are two side-by-sidemountains which combined offer over 200 marked runs, 8,171acres of terrain, 16 alpine bowls, three glaciers, receives anannual average of 1,192 cms (469 inches) of snow, and one of THElongest ski seasons in North America. 
In summer, Whistler Blackcomb offers a variety of activites,including hiking and biking trails, the Whistler Mountain Bikepark, and sightseeing on the PEAK 2 PEAK Gondola.
Make sure to ask our staff about some true hidden gems on themountain!

Duringthe winter months, snow can be heavy on Highway 99.

Please check Highway 99 roadconditions before you leave and be prepared. If renting avehicle ask about all-wheel drive options for better handling inthe snow.

Better yet, hop on one of the many shuttle buses (either fromthe airport or downtown) and let someone else do the driving. Onceyou arrive in Whistler, you won’t need a car anyway.

If you stay in the Village, everything is within walkingdistance, and many of the hotels offer a complimentary shuttleservice to get you to the lifts. Whistler’s transit system makesfrequent scheduled stops throughout the Whistler Valley from 5:30a.m. to 3:00 a.m., 365 days a year. (Learn about staying inWhistler without a car!)

Highway 99 Improvements

Recent improvements to highway 99 make the travel along the Seato Sky Corridor faster, smoother and safer.

Project benefits included:

• A straighter highway and improved sightlines, creating moreconsistent driving speeds and shorter travel times
• 80 kilometres of new passing lanes between Horseshoe Bay andWhistler
• Shoulder and centreline rumble strips and additional medianbarriers
• Wider shoulders for improved safety and accommodation forcyclists and disabled vehicles
• Enhanced monitoring of road conditions by electronic weatherstations to improve highway maintenance response during winterweather
• If there is ongoing road work associated with the project,please allow yourself 30 to 45 minutes of extra time when travelingHighway 99.