Healthy Eating :: Whistler Style

Posted on November 29, 2014 by Whistler Maps

Find Healthy Whistler Restaurants.

Are you on a healthy eating & lifestyle path these days?

It’s working. You’re loving it. And now you want to travel to a fancy resort… which usually means the healthy lifestyle and eating is out the window.

Well if you are heading to Whistler Resort for your vacation, get ready to be pleasantly surprised.

North America’s top Ski Resort has always been leading edge and that hasn’t changed when it comes to healthy natural alternatives.

Now you can have it all. If you want to indulge you can still do that. Go ahead. And when you want to return to a balance of healthy choices to go with your outdoor activities, you can have that too.

Healthy Eating Options in Whistler Resort:

Healthy Choices in Whistler BC

Top of the Earthsave healthy restaurant list:

Earthsave Whistler has a great listing of restaurants offering vegetarian, vegan, organic and healthy conscious eating choices.

The Green Mustache
Naked Sprout
Solfeggio (Pemberton)

Check out the full Earthsave list here.

Healthy Eating in Whistler

Urban Spoon rates Whistler Veggie Friendly Restaurants:

Splitz Grill 86%
$$$$ Whistler – Burgers, Desserts/Ice Cream, Vegetarian 4369 Main St

The Royal Taste of India 87%
$$$$ Whistler – Indian, International, Vegetarian 4370 Lorimer Rd

Ingrid’s Village Café 91%
$$$$ Whistler – Bakery, Sandwiches/Subs, Vegetarian #102 – 4305 Vlg Stroll

Mongolie Grill 70%
$$$$ Whistler – Asian, Seafood, Vegetarian 4295 Blackcomb Way

Fat Tony’s Pizza 69%
$$$$ Whistler – Pizza, Vegetarian 11-4122 Village Green

Aubergine Grille 73%
$$$$ Whistler – International, Vegetarian, Breakfast/Brunch 4090 Whistler Way

Naked Sprout Juice Bar
$$$$ Whistler – Smoothies, Vegetarian, Breakfast/Brunch #1- 4433 Sundial Pl

Whistler’s Best Restaurants list by 10best.com:

Breaks down Whistler restaurants into very helpful categories like “Best Breakfast”, “Best Lunch” and “Best Value”.

Whistler, being the world-renowned resort that it is, means the local chefs all cater to patrons making healthier choices while dining out.

Healthy Eating Whistler Style

Olives Market Whistler BC

Stay In for Healthy Dinner with Self-Catering Vacation Rentals:

If you’re vacation flat has a kitchen, you can pick up premium ingredients to feed your body and soul at these local grocery stores:

Olives Market
Nestors Market
Whistler Grocery Store
Creekside Market
Whistler Upper Village Market
The Grocery Store
Marketplace IGA

To see how these stores rate (by locals and visitors) check Yelp’s Whistler grocery store reviews.

OR to find cheap Whistler food, go here.

Whistler Food Supplements:

And if you’ve run out of the protein shake, vitamins or supplements, replenish at Quantum Vitamins. Check out their facebook page for the latest info.

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Are you Ready to Ski Whistler? Top 4 Ski Fitness Tips

Posted on November 28, 2014 by Whistler Maps

Whistler & Blackcomb Are BIG.

Prepare to ski Whistler’s vertical mile with these top 4 fitness tips.

1. Work the Core

So what’s one of the best things you can do to get fit for the slopes? Concentrate on the core, of course.

Vancouver registered physiotherapist Carl Petersen, author of Fit 2 Ski (www.fit2ski.com) adds

“By doing functional exercises, you help connect your upper and lower core muscles,”

“Exercises that use multiple joints and groups of muscles in different planes of motion will improve stability of your hips, legs, trunk and shoulder girdle, giving you the dynamic strength and stability to perform.”

Check out two ski exercises Carl shares and read more here.

2. Protect your Knees

ABCs of knee protection:

Alignment of the knees. Improper tracking can contribute to ACL injuries.

Balanced strength. Skiers’ quadriceps tend to be more developed than their hamstrings, and muscle imbalance can increase the risk of getting hurt.

Core power. Developing deceleration strength, which involves learning to land softly and with proper knee alignment, is also important.

See the full Vancouver Sun article here.

Here are some early season DOs and DON’Ts from the veterans at the Whistler Real Estate Group.

3. For all you Snowboarders
It’s not too late.

For all you snowboarders out there looking to get fit to ride, take some preseason training tips from pro snowboarder Kimmy Fasani. Get going on Fasani’s moves so that you’re good and ready when it’s your turn to go play in the snow.

4. What to do with sore muscles after a few days of skiing or riding

Check out the Scandinave Spa and soak those muscles so you’re good to go in the morning

And to stretch em out and oxygenate em check out a whistler yoga class at one of the local yoga studios:

Yama Yoga – website, class schedule
Loka Yoga – website, class schedule
Yogacara – website, class schedule
Yyoga –website and schedule
White Gold Yoga – website, class schedule

Whistler Ski Fitness Video

This video, by On The Snow, is an awesome pre-season workout demonstrated by world cup winning moguls skier, Heather McPhie.

It pulls 3 gym exercises from the training program of the US Ski Team, and walks through the intensity and duration of each with the aim of improving your explosive strength (and ridding you of jelly legs) – vital for powering through deep west coast snow.

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What’s New in Whistler for the 2014-15 Season

Posted on November 21, 2014 by Whistler Maps

New on Whistler & Blackcomb Mountains

High-Tech, Gondola Cabins, Grooming, and more…

NEW RFID (Radio Frequency Identification Device) WHISTLER BLACKCOMB LIFT TICKETS FOR 2014-2015

Integrated into your EDGE Card, the chip (RFID) will automatically register and open an access gate
so that you can ride the lift.
Hands-free access means you can go straight to the lift – no fumbling for your pass with your gloves on.
We’re thinking of your privacy – the RFID chip contains a randomly generated number associated with
each person and no personal information will be stored.
All pass, card and ticket holders will require a RFID chip – passes and cards will be mailed out prior to the start of the 2014.15 winter season.

Got Questions?? Find out more about RFID – Whistler Blackcombs FAQ here

NEW WHISTLER VILLAGE GONDOLA CABINS

Loading guests to the top of Whistler Mountain since 1988, Whistler Blackcomb will send its original
cabins into retirement.
New ‘Diamond’ Cabins – designed by Sigma, a subsidiary of Leitner-POMA.
Capacity to comfortably seat 8 passengers at a time, with outside racks for gear.
Improvements to lift terminals at the base, at the “mid” Olympic Station and at the top by the
Roundhouse Lodge

More news on the Mountains…find out the details HERE

Trail Improvements in the CRYSTAL ZONE
Terrain Based Learning
Additions to WHISTLER BLACKCOMB Grooming Fleet
ICEBREAKER Partnership
Covered Magic Carpet Lift at the Children’s Learning Centre
New CAN-SKI Location in the WESTIN RESORT AND SPA

What’s New in Whistler Village?

Whistler Activities… New for 2014

The Meadow Park Sports Centre Fitness Centre has received a number of new and exciting pieces of equipment, ranging from cardio machines to weight room upgrades… more

West Coast Float – Relax with Whistler’s only Floatation Centre – what’s floating? Why Float?

New Whistler Restaurants… Food & Drink 2014

BOOMburger Whistler – a local burger concept restaurant that is dedicated to freshness, local quality ingredients and friendly service. Check out the YELP reviews

Stonesedge – tucked away where Kypriaki Norte was for almost two decades is Stonesedge Kitchen gastropub for locals by locals read more see what guests are saying on Trip Advisor

Beacon Pub and Eatery – formerly Citta’s Bistro and one of the busiest patios in Whistler Village, is the Beacon Pub and Eatery. For the latest and greatest news on this hot new spot check out their facebook page.

Longhorn Saloon & Grill – iconic apres scene gets even better this ski season with the addition of a new patio for even better people watching or nacho eating and beer drinking.

Tourism Whistler Press Release: What’s New for 2014-15 Season

AUDAIN ART MUSEUM

Whistler will soon host a permanent collection of British Columbia art from early times to the present day in the Audain Art Museum. Particular strengths will be an outstanding collection of nineteenth century Northwest Coast masks, one of Canada’s strongest Emily Carr collections, and a selection of Vancouver’s celebrated photo-based art. Michael Audain and Yoshiko Karasawa have chosen Whistler as the new home for their incredible art collection. The iconic 56,000-square-foot museum will house a unique collection of British Columbia art in the heart of Whistler Village, and will be a pillar of the cultural tourism experience in Whistler, British Columbia and beyond. The Audain Art Museum is expected to open fall 2015.

STONESEDGE GASTROPUB

With close to 40 years in the industry between them, Whistler husband and wife team, Jim Button and April Solonyka, have joined forces to open StonesEdge Gastropub. After a complete overhaul of locals’ hangout Kypriaki, Whistler’s newest gastropub opened its doors July 2014. StonesEdge offers creative and elegant pub fare such as falafel bites with spicy ancho barbecue sauce and Greek yogurt and bacon-infused Caesars through a bacon straw, all served at budget-friendly prices. Open from 8 a.m. – 1 a.m., StonesEdge, located across from the Whistler Conference Centre welcomes locals and visitors alike on one of Whistler’s sunniest and largest patios.

LA CANTINA – URBAN TACO BAR

From the owner of the very successful Mexican Corner, La Cantina – Urban Taco Bar opened August 2014 as a gathering place to eat, drink and hang out with friends and family. It offers a selection of tacos that appeal to a wide audience. La Cantina tacos include, classic Mexican, vegan, vegetarian and the chef’s innovative fusions. All items are 100% gluten free (including a selection of beer!). La Cantina’s flavours from all frontiers will have you coming back for more.

BEACON PUB & EATERY

The Crystal Lodge & Suites is now home to a new neighbourhood pub. Beacon Pub & Eatery (formerly Citta Bistro) underwent renovations throughout the month of June 2014 to provide this prime location, in the heart of Whistler Village, with an updated look and atmosphere. The Beacon Pub & Eatery features a new menu and fresh selection of beer, wine and liquor.

DELTA WHISTLER VILLAGE SUITES FRESHENS UP

The Delta Whistler Village Suites is receiving a fresh new look in 2014. All 225 guestrooms are undergoing a $7 million renovation set to be compete late fall 2014. The hotel will also be home to The Brickworks Public House, a new 75-person neighbourhood pub with a BBQ/smokehouse theme scheduled to open spring 2014. One of Whistler’s all-suite full-service hotel, Delta Whistler Village Suites is located in the heart of Whistler Village, steps away from trendy shops, restaurants, exciting nightlife and more.

FAIRMONT CHATEAU WHISTLER CONDIMENT COCKTAILS

The team at The Fairmont Chateau Whistler has taken familiar condiments and turned them into a quirky condiment cocktail series for 2014. It all began in 2013 with their mustard sensation, The Sinapis Alba. Now the hotel’s Mallard Lounge has launched a spring horseradish cocktail, which will be followed by wasabi in the summer, an autumnal jam (after the berry harvest) cocktail, and finishing the series with cranberry sauce for the Holidays.

Source: Tourism Whistler Press Release

New Whistler Awards Video

New Vacation Rental by Owner at The Aspens

Find a great ski in ski out Whistler rental at The Aspens. Great location… ski in ski out, walk to bars & restaurants, hot tubs, full kitchen. Awesome value for your ski holiday in 2014-15. Have a look at The Aspens here.

SKI Magazine Awards Whistler Top 10 Family Friendly Resort

Posted on November 19, 2014 by Whistler Maps

Whistler Wins Awards

Whistler is family friendly for all ages. Outdoor & Indoor activities, something for everyone.

Favourite family activities to do in Whistler VILLAGE:

Meadow Park Sports Centre – multi-purpose facility provides residents and visitors with a wide selection of services and amenities including a six-lane pool, kids’ pool, sauna, steam room and hot tub. The complex also houses an arena, squash courts, weight room and a fitness studio.

The Core – Whistler’s indoor rock climbing centre, home to the “Kids Climb & Dine” program

The Sk8 Cave – check out the action:

Village 8 Cinema – Movie Theatre – drop the kids off and have dinner for two

Whistler Public Library – Open Monday to Thursday 11am to 7pm and Friday to Sunday 11am to 5pm

Youth Centre at Millennium Place – Offers computers, Nintendo, Sony Playstations, mini skateboard ramp, pool table, air hockey, TV lounge and a big screen projection theatre

Whistler Museum – Discover Whistler’s history, Olympic story and unique mountain lifestyle. The Museum offers a variety of programs, events and exhibits for all ages.

Bounce Acrobatic Academy – Bounce is Whistler’s Indoor trampoline park, featuring 21 trampolines, a foam pit, trampoline half pipe, and a brand new SUPERTRAMP! Designed for people of all ages and skill levels.

And to see what people are sayin about Bounce Academy check out the reviews on trip advisor.

Whistler Family Activities Video:

Family Friendly Whistler Restaurants:

See Urban Spoon Ratings for Family Friendly Whistler Restaurants: Source

Splitz Grill 87%
Burgers, Dessert, Vegetarian 4369 Main St
Crêpe Montagne 93%
Breakfast, Dessert, French 116 4368 Main Street
21 Steps: Kitchen and Bar 84%
International, Italian 4433 Sundial Place
COWS Whistler 94%
Dessert 102-4295 Blackcomb Way
Ingrid’s Village Café 91%
Bakery, Sandwiches/Subs, Vegetarian #102 – 4305 Vlg Stroll
The Royal Taste of India 87%
Indian, International, Vegetarian 4370 Lorimer Rd
Dubh Linn Gate Irish Pub 84%
Breakfast, Pub Food, Fish and Chips 4320 Sundial Cres
Creekbread 84%
Pizza 2021 Karen Cres
Moguls Coffee House 91%
Coffee, Dessert, Sandwiches/Subs 203-4204 Village Square
Southside Diner 89%
Diner 2102 Lake Placid Rd
Lift Coffee Company 93%
Bakery, Coffee, Sandwiches/Subs 102-4369 Main Street
Teppan Village 92%
Japanese, Seafood, Steakhouse Unit 304, 4293 Mountain Square
Nagomi Sushi 90%
Japanese, Sushi 4557 Blackcomb Way
Wild Wood Pacific Bistro 83%
American, Breakfast 4500 Northlands Boulevard
Caramba Restaurante 79%
Italian, Pizza 4314 Main St #12

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Enjoy the space, privacy & serving up Canadian food in your own kitchen. Some rental homes even come with kid’s games, toys, movies & books. Find a Whistler rental for your family holiday here…

Whistler 2014 – 15 Lift Ticket Deals

Posted on November 15, 2014 by Whistler Maps

Whistler Lift Ticket Prices

Where to Find the Best Whistler Single Ticket Deals

Capilano Students Union

Lift tickets are available November – April. Get huge discounts over ticket window prices at Whistler! Tickets are available to anyone, not just Capilano Students. Students also get a chance to buy their discounted Whistler/Blackcomb Season Pass through the CSU.

DID YOU KNOW?
The CSU sells Whistler Blackcomb Adult Lift Tickets cheaper than 7/11.

Whistler discount lift tickets at 7-11 in Squamish

If convenience rules it is definitely easier to stop in at the 7-11 in Squamish on the way up to Whistler and pick up the next best single day whistler lift ticket deal, but BEWARE… Whistler ticket deals are not always available at 7-11. Check 7-11 ticket info on TripAdvisor here.

NEVER PAY FULL PRICE :: 2014-2015 Edge Card

As a Canadian or Washington State resident you should never pay full price for a lift ticket. And you won’t find a better deal anywhere than the Whistler Blackcomb EDGE Card.

Choose from a 1, 3, 5 or 10 day pre-loaded card.

You’ll receive the best deal on lift tickets valid any day, and can skip ticket booth line-ups with discounted Direct-to-Lift access. Add the Resort Charge option to link your pass and credit card for fast charging at restaurants and shops.

Bonus Add-Ons and Other Details

5 + 10 Day EDGE Cards: NEW – FREE Early Season Bonus Day, valid from Opening to December 15, 2014.
All EDGE Cards: NEW – RFID Gated Lift Access. Enjoy the convenience of hands-free gate access to the lifts.

SALE ENDS NOVEMBER 17TH – Until November 17th, EDGE cards are going for the super-reasonable rate of $70 a day for 10-day cards, and $80 for five-day cards. As an added bonus, you will receive a free early season day (valid between Opening Day and December 15th) when you purchase a five or 10-day EDGE Card before November 17th. EDGE Cards also nab you perks (up to 20% off rentals and shopping—hello!) and even some lodging deals. Plus, they facilitate your access to some of the coolest upgrades on the mountain this season. Order EDGE Cards here.

EARLY BOOKING OFFER

Guests can save up to 42 per cent on their ski vacation with five night stay and ski packages available from $99 per person per night. The Early Booking Offer is valid through to November 15, 2014 with details available at whistlerblackcomb.com/deals_packages.

How to Find Whistler Vacation Rental by Owner Deals & Cheap Lift Tickets

Combine an owner-direct Whistler rental home and discounted lift tickets for a great value Whistler package deal. We’ve been matching up guests with Whistler vacation home owners for over a decade. Scam free VRBO, cheap lift tickets & in-resort service here.

10 Questions to Ask Before Booking a Whistler Vacation Rental

Posted on November 7, 2014 by Whistler Maps

Planning your Whistler vacation?

More and more people are choosing vacation rentals rather than hotels these days.

Are you new to this way of home away from home? Not sure where to start or what to look for?

You will be pleasantly surprised and potentially overwhelmed at the variety of choices & deals in Whistler nowadays.

No worries, make a list of the features and amenities you are looking for and go from there!

And once you have found a place you want to check out, here’s the 10 questions you will want to ask to have your bases covered to have a stress free, most excellent vacation!!

1. What is your cancellation policy?

2. How do you check in?

3. What is your definition of child- or pet-friendly?

4. How many cars are allowed?

5. How many keys are issued?

6. What happens if something breaks or there is a problem?

7. How does cleaning work?

8. What equipment is available for use?

9. What’s open nearby?

10. Are there any additional perks?

Understanding all the details will help to avoid unnecessary costs and help you to pack for your trip. Lots of vacation rentals have all the amenities you will need, which means you can just show up and be ready to have fun!

Just a little bit of time spent before you leave will make all the difference when you are there! AND give you more APRES time!

To read the full article in US News click here

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Cornucopia :: Whistler’s Celebration of Wine & Food

Posted on October 30, 2014 by Whistler Maps

Whistler loves to party & Cornucopia schedule delivers.

Originally created to fill hotel rooms in the shoulder season, Cornucopia has evolved into a bursting horn of plenty in 2014.

Cornucopia – Whistler’s Premier Food and Drink Extravaganza

Featuring a sumptuous variety of hands-on seminars, fascinating winery dinners, gala tasting events and sizzling after-parties.

Cornucopia offers something for both the experienced gourmet and those seeking to better appreciate the epicurean delights of wine and food.

Find the full Event schedule and all the details you need, at the Cornucopia website here.

Whistler Cornucopia

Top 25 Wines

The Top 25 Reception celebrates the contributions of some of the region’s top wineries. Check out Blue Star Financial Top 25 from last years expanded event featured at canada.com

Cornucopia at the Fairmont Chateau Whistler

This years offerings from the Fairmont are nothing short of fabulous!! The food and wine events include:

Return of the marTEAni Party
Winery Dinner featuring Burrowing Owl Estate Winery
Ever popular, Bubbles & Brunch

NEW! The Art of the Holidays

A collection of ‘How-To’ demonstrations the weekend of November 15 & 16, 2014 featuring:

The Art of Festive Fondues
The Art of Unusual Pairings – Chocolate with Beer
The Art of Holiday Cocktails – Mixology Master Class
The Art of Edible Centrepieces
The Art of Holiday Cooking – Interactive Cooking Demonstration & Festive Feast

More on the Fairmont Chateau Whistler and Cornucopia

Whistler Cornucopia

“Nourish” comes back

And in keeping with the healthy lifestyle trend happening now, the festival includes more seminars and events with a focus on healthy eating. So now you can pair your favourite beverage with something that adds nutrients and cuts calories!

“Our mission is to create a space for anyone and everyone to explore and enjoy sustainable food and lifestyle choices, enhance our health, and deepen our connection to the earth that feeds us.”

Health, wellness, and sustainability-seekers will find just what their minds, bodies, and spirits are hungering for. Nourish Retreat includes a cooking series, informational seminars and movement and meditation find out more.

Breakfast Television Live at Whistler Cornucopia

Here is a video showcasing another use for nutritious food! Organic cosmetics!

Bubbles and Brunch

And if you’re interested in indulging, because you’ve been waiting for the opportunity, check out “Bubbles and Brunch”

For the latest up to the minute information go to the Whistler Cornucopia face book page.

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Enjoy the comforts of a private Whistler vacation rental by owner home. Off season rates offer amazing value for all budgets, discount to luxury.

Cornucopia :: Whistler’s Celebration of Wine & Food

Posted on October 30, 2014 by Whistler Maps

Whistler loves to party & Cornucopia schedule delivers.