Driving to Whistler vs. taking a shuttle

We recommend that unless you are planning to do a lot of driving around Whistler you are better off to take one of the many shuttles up to the resort. The drive from Vancouver can be challenging for those not familiar with mountain roads, especially after a long flight. In addition by the time you pay for a vehicle rental, gas and any parking fees it is often cheaper just to take the shuttle. 

It is nice to have your own car especially if you plan to stop along the way and pick up groceries or you are staying well outside the immediate Village area. However most people don't realize that there is an excellent transit service in Whistler and we also have lots of taxis.

Respect your body!

Don't overdue it on the first day. There is a huge amount of skiing to do here and you will be tempted to try to ski until last chair. This will only result in a lot of tail dragging for the next few days. Ease into your holiday by knocking off at a reasonable time on your first day.

When you've finished for the day do some stretching or go for a walk, this will help you avoid stiffening up. In addition try to ensure that you are drinking enough water. On our holidays we all tend to drink anything but water. As a result it is really easy to become dehydrated. This can effect how you sleep and more importantly how you perform.

Don't be afraid to download

At the end of the day don't be afraid to take the lifts from mid mountain down. The skiing at the bottom of either mountain is typically not that great by the end of the day. The runs can be full of tired skiers and are usually a bit icy. You are never a wimp if you take the easy way down. The best skiing is at the top, that's where you should spend your energy!