Guys celebrating Australia Day in Whistler.

How to Do Australia Day in Whistler

It’s that time of year again where you’ll hear chants of “Aussie, Aussie, Aussie!” echoing down the Village Stroll. Australia Day falls on Monday this year, but our predictions are that the mayhem will likely start on the Sunday – given the time difference it’s definitely a 2-day party. Here’s a guide to having an epic Aussie Day in Whistler…

A Wedding in Whistler: Nita Lake Lodge.

A Wedding In Whistler: Tips From A Pro Photographer

Love echoes through the valleys and up into the mountaintops here in our stunning mountain town. A wedding in Whistler is truly one of the most beautiful and romantic ways to celebrate your love. Inspired by the gorgeous photos that capture…

WINTER HOLIDAYS IN WHISTLER

Imagine your favorite holiday season in your favorite winter destination with your favorite people. It looks pretty good, right? Whistler undoubtedly lives up to the picturesque winter wonderland expectations year after year. The snow, the lights, the singing, and the…

The Essential Backcountry Ski Touring Gear List

Now that winter has truly set in, it’s time to head out and hit the backcountry. Here, we provide an in-depth look at ski touring gear, and review some of the must-have items that you need to carry next time you take to the powder.

Ski Gear Essentials Guide

Without a doubt, backcountry and lift-served skiing or snowboarding is gear intensive. The goal of this ski gear essentials guide is to give you some direction when shopping for new gear and to help you make a purchase that will…

Evolution of Whistler Après: Longhorn Saloon

After a day of shredding on the mountains, it is common practice to take part in the Whistler après culture with your mates. Regardless of whether it’s bike season, ski season or something in between, the art of après amplifies…

Heli Sauna Ski: when the skies not the limit

We all have those friends, you know the ones that take everything to the next level, and when your home begs for constant adventure why wouldn’t you? When the sky doesn’t pose any limitations, thanks to Blackcomb Helicopters – the…

Hiking one of the many trails in Whistler's vast trail network.

Planning the Ultimate Whistler Scavenger Hunt

Whistler boasts of many activities and sights to see, it’s no joke that endless possibilities await. A Whistler scavenger hunt is a great way to take your exploring up a notch, especially for those goal-oriented explorers. There are a few…

BC Road Trip: Island Edition

It’s an alluring destination, yet for some reason, the thirty-odd nautical miles of water separating mainland BC from Vancouver Island poses a perceived logistical nightmare for travelers. The keyword here is perceived. Although it can be a bit of a…

Is the campfire calling? Be sure to bring the must have camping gear.

The Must Have Camping Gear of Experienced Locals

Camping season is here! Aside from the essentials and a 6 pack of Apres Lager, we’ve rounded up Whistler locals must have camping gear. There are so many “extras” when it comes to camping gear that it gets pretty tricky…

Gibbons Après Lager – Ambassador Retreat

Assembling a team of stoke is not a task we took lightly. Whistler is oozing with passionate individuals following their dreams and leaving a trail of inspiration along the way. Fuelled by a go-getter attitude at Gibbons, we wanted to…

Discovering Local Whistler Artists

Not surprising in the least, Whistler is the home to several multi-talented people. The longer you are here, the more aware of this you become. Whether you have realized it or not, when it comes to the arts, the evidence…