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Whistler
Going to Whistler second week in April (kids had time off school and I couldn't resist $300 tix non-stop NY to Vancouver). I've never been there. Heard its great but only from people who have been skiing much longer than me (and my kids). Going with family and when we ski together we tend to most ski on blue groomers (older son and I do some blacks in good conditions but mostly we all ski together on the blues). I hate mush (would rather ski ice). Any way, what can I expect in Whistler that time of year conditions-wise and trails-wise? Also, would love recommendations of condos, my taste is for ski-on ski-off (or very short walk on walk off) but do not need luxury at all. Willing to stay in less nice places and spend money on location. (Hopefully the $C dollar won't strengthen between now and then.) |
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Whistler
That is a great flight price from NY to Van. I run a tour operation based
out of Whistler and can probably sort something out for you in regards to condo's here in Whistler. We deal with pretty much everything so can probably find something that will suite your needs. If you want us to help you out please don't hesitate to ask. Our web address is at the bottom of the email. Either way have a great time while you are here and let me know if you need anything. Matt www.vipmountainholidays.com "DZN" david.nirenerg@attdotnet wrote in message ... Going to Whistler second week in April (kids had time off school and I couldn't resist $300 tix non-stop NY to Vancouver). I've never been there. Heard its great but only from people who have been skiing much longer than me (and my kids). Going with family and when we ski together we tend to most ski on blue groomers (older son and I do some blacks in good conditions but mostly we all ski together on the blues). I hate mush (would rather ski ice). Any way, what can I expect in Whistler that time of year conditions-wise and trails-wise? Also, would love recommendations of condos, my taste is for ski-on ski-off (or very short walk on walk off) but do not need luxury at all. Willing to stay in less nice places and spend money on location. (Hopefully the $C dollar won't strengthen between now and then.) |
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Whistler
Note: Just my rambling thoughts of my experience at W/B which has been
posted here throughout the years, please feel free to correct me in my inaccuracies... Ted DZN wrote: Going to Whistler second week in April (kids had time off school and I couldn't resist $300 tix non-stop NY to Vancouver). I've never been there. Nueva Yorquiños are not allowed or not welcome at Whistler. They hog all the debaucherious activities from the Aussies working there on SWAPs. On a Serious note: Most of the time Whistler/Blackcomb has plenty of snow during April. However, beware, it can also well... suck, with plenty of rain to make the lower runs just hay and mud. High winds closing the upper lifts, and very crappy snow. Hey it sounds like what can happened at W/B anytime throughout the year Heard its great but only from people who have been skiing much longer than me (and my kids). Going with family and when we ski together we tend to most ski on blue groomers (older son and I do some blacks in good conditions. Rule of Thumb in skiing W/B, IMHO. Stay High, keep away from any long blue cruisers to the bottom until the last run of the day. The Blue Cruiser runs may look good on the map, but once you take one down to Whistler Creekside in late morning and the snow is around the same consistency as an inner tube hill in Ohio. You'll learn that staying around Harmony Ridge or Peak Chair at Whistler or 7th Heaven at Blackcomb is much more enjoyable than taking long slushy blue cruisers runs. If you really want a long cruiser run, go up Horstmann Glacier, walk the last part to the backside. and ski down the backside of Blackcomb, taunt the Telemarkers going down the Blowhole. (which really isn't that difficult of a run, Tele or non Tele) Remember that some Blacks at W/B can be quite easy if the snow is nice and soft, like Couloir Extreme. However, these same runs take on Wonder Twin lifeforms when they become icy. Always be cautious when one hears the sound of the scraping of ice below you before you make that first turn on the run. but mostly we all ski together on the blues). I hate mush (would rather ski ice). If you don't like mush, then Whistler/Blackcomb will drive you crazy. If the words "Pineapple Express" are in the weather forecast, you may want jump in your car, get your skins and Avy beacon, and head for the Icefields to the North. Any way, what can I expect in Whistler that time of year conditions-wise and trails-wise? pretty much any snow condition imagineable. Just periodically check how the season is going on both mountains. Also, would love recommendations of condos, my taste is for ski-on ski-off (or very short walk on walk off) but do not need luxury at all. Willing to stay in less nice places and spend money on location. Well, the best places to stay like the Chateau Whistler Fairmont and Le Chamois for location, are also very expensive. I feel staying near Blackcomb is better than around Whistler. But ask around, do some research. W/B has a pretty good bus system from outlying condos to the slopes. I won't recommend staying at Creekside. Lot 4 or 5 are great locations, just no hot showers and bucket seats are kind of uncomfortable to sleep in. (Hopefully the $C dollar won't strengthen between now and then.) Don't worry, W/B is a tourist town. they will find ways to separate you from your money, and make you wave your arms in impotent fury, as you read your Condo, Dinner, Lunch bills. if you want to save money, make your own lunches. In Matter of Fact, become macrobiotic when you visit the place, your credit card statement won't read like a Debtor's Anonymous letter of introduction. Besides all my criticism of the W/B, it is a great place to ski and vacation, be patient with the area. It takes time to find all the nooks and crannies that make the ski area such an awesome place. However it is not as good as Vail. :-) HTH Ted |
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