Experience the Romance of Whistler

Located a two hour drive from Vancouver, British Columbia (five hours from Seattle) Whistler has long been known as a world famous winter wonderland popular with skiers. It's now starting to become a more popular destination with tourists, but it's still one of the world's destinations where you can experience a romantic vacation away from it all with your partner. If you are considering a city based vacation, Whistler also offers you the chance to spend a few days getting away from it all if you are holidaying in one of the nearby cities of Vancouver or Seattle.

Accommodation is still quite limited in Whistler but as host to the 2010 Winter Olympic Games there will be an increasing amount of hotels available. There are currently no large resorts in the area but a number of hotels are available. The weather in Whistler is cold in the winter which usually lasts from November to April but it's always warm in many spa facilities to be found in the pedestrian village and which offer everything from a massage to relax tired muscles to botox injections.

Whistler is a dream vacation for those who love the snow and want to find some winter romance. It's also a fabulous place for a honeymoon (you could even consider getting married there if the idea appeals to you!) - and celebrities are also starting to appreciate the seclusion of this unspoiled part of Canada. There are plenty of ski runs to cater for all abilities of course, but the fun doesn't end there. If it can be done on snow, it's probably going on in Whistler! There's ice climbing and snow mobiling for the more energetic, whilst the more leisurely tourist can enjoy such gentle activities as glacier tours - and what could be more romantic than snuggling up with your partner on a sleigh ride? Wildlife in British Columbia is abundant so if photography is a passion of you and your partner, then there are plenty of opportunities in Whistler - with the wild animals and flowers - and not to mention the breath-taking mountain views.

No longer just a winter resort that closes once the snow thaws, there are now many activities you can enjoy during the summer - making it perfect for couples who are looking for a vacation that offers them a variety of outdoor activities. Aside from the usual horseback riding, and kayaking that you will find at many other destinations, Whistler also offers you the unforgettable experience of bungee jumping or how about the romance of following a wagon trail? If you and your partner enjoy a round or two of golf, Whistler also has its own golfing facilities.

As the 2010 Olympic Games draw nearer, and even more so once they are finished, Whistler will be firmly on the map as a tourist destination, but for the moment it is one of the most romantic vacation areas for couples, especially during the more unpopulated off-season summer months. Whether you choose to take part in some of the many outdoor activities together, or just relax in the beautiful surroundings, the mountains of Whistler offer a chance for a romantic break at any time of year.