Ski Film Explores the Heights of Whistler, British Columbia

Athan Merrick and Nicolas Teichrob created Parallels in just seven days, blending stunning footage with inventive editing for a surprisingly polished result. The team works together as Dendrite Studios, a production company born of their expertise in filmmaking and snow sports. They describe how they created the film and their creative backgrounds in an interview here.

The film features the skiers Dave Treadway, Daryl Treadway, Matt Elliott, Alex Prochazka, Chris Turpin, Liam Casey, and Maxim Arsenault, and the snowboarders John Burr, Jake Bauer, Gabriel Fradette, and Mike Osachuk. The music is “The Deep” by Data Romance.

Whistler’s coming off the snowiest two winters on record. Last season the mountains recorder a whopping cumulative snowfall of more than 51 feet (15+ metres) and 49 feet (15 metres) the year prior. Both seasons shattered the average annual snowfall of 33 feet. Meteorologists are forecasting more of the same this year with a La Nina weather pattern.

The first chairs to open will be the Whistler Village Gondola, Emerald Ex-press and Big Red Express, all on Whistler Mountain. The trails will benefit from $2.5 million of new grooming equipment, which allows up to 1,500 acres to be groomed nightly.

The Whistler Bike Park is the undisputed mecca of mountain biking. If ever you’ve doubted this, just check out the latest video made by top rider Leo Zuckerman during the Red Bull Joyride.

Camera hotshot and expert cyclist Leo Zuckerman filmed his brothers and fellow riders Jonah and Eli pulling out all of their best tricks at Whistler’s freeride mountain bike competition Red Bull Joyride 2011 at the end of July. The event was part of Kokanee Crankworx, the largest mountain bike festival in the world.

Whistler Mountain Bike Park Video

Whistler Accommodation Deals for Mountain Bikers… 100+ Whistler Vacation Rentals by Owner

One challenge when shopping for the best Whistler accommodations online is that there are so many accommodation details to be aware of. Comparing different Whistler lodging options can be a lengthy process at best and overwhelming at worst.

While shopping for Whistler deals is a tedious process at times, it is extremely rewarding when you find the best Whistler deals.

Whistler Insider’s Guide will give you step-by-step details to look at when comparing Whistler vacation rental options and the best way to find Whistler Accommodation deals!

Finding the Perfect Whistler Neighborhood for your Vacation…

It’s your holiday and the location of your Whistler accommodations will make it… or break it.

Location, location, location. You’ve heard it before in business and realestate. If there is ever a time to have the perfect location, it’s when you are on vacation in Whistler Resort!

Whistler was designed with a pedestrian village master plan which means that most travelers can enjoy their entire holiday car-free. Of course, where you stay in the pedestrian village will determine how much walking you do. Keep in mind that walking means you will be at the mercy of the weather gods. Also consider that your legs and low back may not feel like doing much walking after skiing 40,000 vertical feet!

Whistler offers plenty of ideally located vacation homes to choose from. The challenge is figuring out which places are ideal for you and your group, based on your personal preferences.

After more than a decade of consulting with hundreds of Whistler guests, I’ve created a checklist to help you pick the best location for your Whistler holiday accommodations.

Think about what is most important for you and your travel partners and then consider which area of Whistler will be the best for your holiday.

Whistler Village, the Upper Village, and Village North are within walking distance to the lifts and on the municipal bus route. You’ll find a good selection of restaurants, nightlife, and shopping in any one of these Whistler neighborhoods. Whistler Creek offers some ski-in skiout lodging, but is located a short drive from Whistler Village. Nicklaus North is not within walking distance to Whistler Village; however, it is on the bus route and offers greenside lodging for golf season.

Think about what is most important for you and your Whistler travel partners and then consider which location is the best fit: Whistler Village, Upper Village, Village North, Whistler Creek, or Nicklaus North Golf Course.

For a listing of Whistler vacation rentals in each of these neighborhoods, follow this link to our Whistler Accommodations Map. Once you’ve had a look at all your options, the next step is to see what’s available for rent in each of Whistler’s neighborhoods.

Most Popular Whistler Accommodations…

There’s no question that Whistler is one of the premier destinations for snowboarding, skiing, mountain biking, and other amazing mountain sports.

But, it can be tough to find a great place to stay in Whistler at dicounted prices unless you know where to search. Here are some Whistler accommodations that are private, secure, and there are great deals to be found online. 

Below are some recommendations for private vacation rentals in Whistler Resort:

Montebello Whistler

Located in Whistler Village North, owner direct rentals in Whistler Montebello offer spacious, luxurious accommodations at affordable prices!

Snowy Creek Condos in Whistler Village

The Snowy Creek location is considered to be one of the most sought-after Whistler Chalet neighbourhoods. Mere steps away from the lifts to Whistler and Blackcomb Mountains and the Village, Snowy Creek is nestled along a quiet slope side setting, which is ideal for families and those eager for quick access to both slopes and Whistler Village amenities.

Snowy Creek boasts ski-to-your-door Whistler accommodations. Visitors staying in Snowy Creek vacation rental properties can also walk to the shops and restaurants of Upper Village at Blackcomb, where pampering and activities range from an Adventure Zone to a luxurious day spa. Amenities such as golf and tennis are easily accessible from the Snowy Creek rentals.

Whistler Accommodation Maps

Find Whistler’s Best Vacation Rental Deals. Use our Whistler Accommodation Maps to pinpoint your vacation rental before you making Whistler reservations.

Enjoy a Great Whistler Holiday!

Whistler is a great vacation destination and provides ample opportunity to make lifelong memories. Smart Whistler accommodation plans and being aware of potential pitfalls will significantly increase your chances of having a fun and memorable Whistler experience.

Whistler Vacation Rental by Owner Deals… 100+ private homes for rent in Whistler Resort.

Great deals, great value… check out the recent renovations.

Short, fun video of an intermediate tour.

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