Category: Whistler

The phenomenal Fairmont Chateau Whistler invited me to experience their beautiful resort and village first hand. My buddy Debbi Scolari-Rowan, accompanied me for the three day funfest! We flew into Vancouver, followed by a two hour shuttle ride with picture perfect postcard scenery around every bend. From the moment we arrived at The Fairmont Chateau Whistler they treated Deb and I like royalty. We were spoiled with an upgrade to the 8th floor Gold Level. Here, a private staff ensures guests every need is met. We became fast friends with Gold manager Dale LeRose whose huge smile and friendly demeanor made us feel right at home. The Gold Lounge, with a spectacular view of the pool and Blackcomb ski slope, was only steps from our room. Everyday they served complimentary breakfast fit for a queen, afternoon canapes, hot beverages , and sweet treats before bed. Bearfoot Ice Bar  After talking with a few locals, we were advised no visit to Whistler would be complete without going to the Bearfoot Ice Bar. Off we went. It's the worlds coldest vodka tasting room at -25F ?, making it mandatory to wear provided Canadian Goose arctic parkas. I was the official photographer while the nice bartender in this pic topped off many shot glasses for the 18 other peeps in the sub-zero watering hole. Very cool hanging out in a room made of ice. A tour of the Squamish Lil'Wat Cultural Centre The next day we toured the Squamish Lil'Wat Cultural Centre to learn about Whistler's First Nations thousands of years ago. The structure is made mostly of glass with views of untouched forest, paying deference to the land. As with America's native settlers, Canada's bears, mountain goats, rams, and more were important to the early settlers for the fur, meat and trading. The younger generation