Originally Posted by
YVR Cockroach
...2. As for getting there, car, limo, bus (Perimeter Transportation), train. Depends on your time and budget. Be aware of mandatory parking charges (nothing free overnight in town).
USAFAN:...road from Vancouver to Whistler can be troublesome, lots of repairs, renovation for the Winter Olympics. Still, its the nice drive, I believe it's called "Sea to Sky highway"
Can anyone provide current suggestions on getting from YVR to the Westin Whistler mid-March '08? There are 5 of us traveling (3 adults and 2 children) and we are staying 8 days. Bus shuttles? Car rental? Is the road to/from Whistler twisty mountain roads? Do cars need chains? Whistler Mountaineer train sounded interesting but I guess it is only available during the summer? Is there a need for a car in town?
Also, any suggestions for ski rentals/ski school for the kids? Prices?
What are some kid-friendly (nearby, perhaps walking distance and economical) places to eat out? Our rooms at the Westin will have full kitchens so we'll most likely eat in for breakfast and maybe lunch but we'll probably eat out occasionally for dinners. Is there a grocery store nearby to stock up on food/snacks for the kids?
Any and all suggestions/tips/ideas are appreciated.
Thanks,
Onedog