Whistler Information
Getting There:
Driving the Sea-to-Sky highway? Make sure you plan ahead - there is construction going on to prepare for the 2010 Olympics! Best drive times and traffic bulletins are available on the Sea-to-Sky Highway Improvement Project website.
Weather:
At the end of April, expect a high of 12-16 C and a low of 0-4 C. There's a good chance that it will rain at some point during the Conference, and a slight possibility that there will be snow. Dress in layers, bring an umbrella and look forward to Mother Nature putting on a show!
Whistler Activities:
Looking for something to fill your spare time in Whistler? May we suggest:
- Book directly at the web site or call 866-935-0001.
- Choose from the Bear tour ($99 + GST) or the Eagle tour ($119 + GST).
- Ziptrek offers complimentary shuttle service from the Whistler Village.
- Don't forget to dress warmly!
Spring Skiing at Blackcomb Mountain
- Click here to view the package deal put together by Whistler Blackcomb specifically for BCWWA Conference attendees.
- Follow the instructions in the document for booking your ski package: you must pre-book by April 30th, and discount rates are only good until May 3rd.
Snowmobile Tours
- Check out the Canadian Snowmobile Adventures website for information on snowmobile and dogsledding adventures!
Tourism Whistler:
Visit the Tourism Whistler website for all you need to know about Whistler, including:
- A 5-day weather forecast
- 2010 Olympic info
- Things to do in Whistler
- Community information and history
- Ski reports
Also visit the site for the Telus Whistler Conference Centre, the home base for the BCWWA Conference & Trade Show.
For information on hot topics in Whistler's sustainability plans, visit the Whistler 2020 website.
Whistler Show Services:
Your appointed exhibition services supplier.
Exhibitors: Once you have secured your exhibit space with BCWWA, Whistler Show Services will be available to answer all queries and requests to service your exhibit needs, including material handling and drayage, installation and dismantle services, rental display systems, booth furnishings and accessories and exhibitor concierge.
Please see www.WhistlerShowServices.com for details or contact event coordinator Candice Graham at 1-877-938-4891.
