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Whistler village is a tourist destination in its own right, more cosmopolitan than quaint. A mix of locals, tourists, and expats frequent Whistler. Families experience snow for the first time, party animals enjoy the night scene, and wine connoisseurs revel in high end dining. In short, there’s something for everyone.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Our carefully curated travel guide has been loving put together after several seasons skiing in Whistler, along with frequent trips to this all-season getaway just 1.5 hours from Vancouver. Enjoy our favourite places to eat vegetarian and vegan, <\/strong><\/em>stay and play!<\/i><\/b><\/p>\n Skiing in Whistler is awesome. With over 200 runs and 8,171 acres of terrain you will not get bored. As\u00a0<\/span>both<\/span>\u00a0a\u00a0beginner and intermediate\u00a0skier we fully enjoyed the slopes,\u00a0views and variety of runs. The gondola ride up is meditative; trees capped in thick layers of icing sugar snow give way to rocky outcrops and abstract white slopes<\/span><\/span>. Skiing down feels both\u00a0<\/span>exhilarating<\/span>\u00a0and\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span>r<\/span>elaxing, gently gliding or taking more challenging runs, swooping between trees or weaving across wide open terrain. <\/span><\/span><\/p>\n The Umbrella Bar is my favourite place for a drink with a view in Whistler. It’s a great place to be after a day of skiing, but don’t feel you can’t participate if hitting the slopes was not for you. Located halfway up Whistler Blackcomb Mountain next to the Roundhouse Lodge you can take the Whistler Village Gondola up (which is a must do anyways for the views), and perch yourself on the edge of world, 6000 feet up.<\/p>\n Ever since I first read about the concept of a Vodka Ice Bar in a travel magazine it’s been something I wanted to do, so I was so excited the first time we got to do this! The Vodka Ice Bar<\/a> is situated in Bearfoot Bistro restaurant, but you can book vodka experiences separately (although the restaurant is really good as well). First of all you are given a big fluffy parka complete with hood to keep you comfortable in the subzero ice room. The room is kept at -32 degrees which takes out any bite from the vodka. You get to choose four different vodkas to sample and the whole experience is very cool! You can also arrange to sabre champagnes in the wine cellar if that’s more to your liking.<\/p>\n I can’t believe it took us so long to go to the Scandinave Spa.<\/a>\u00a0We came with friends and had such a great time but it would be just as enjoyable as a solo experience. This tranquil setting is made up of hot and cold pools, icy waterfalls, hot saunas, and several relaxation rooms with hammocks, lounge chairs and amazing views. It was so relaxing sitting in a cozy robe, watching the tops of the evergreen trees sway after soaking in the hot pools. A few things to note – It can get quite busy here, but if you have extended health benefits you can make a reservation with an RMT masseuse and skip the wait. Otherwise plan for it to take a little time to get in to the pools only. The spa is restricted to no talking, no phone, and 19+ yrs, which only adds to the peaceful vibe.<\/p>\n Lost Lake is gorgeous in both the Summer and Winter. In the summer the docks are filled with people sunbathing and swimming. In the winter it’s perfect for a brisk walk and chance to get in tune with nature. Ask your hotel if there is a shuttle service and you might be able to get a ride.<\/p>\n The Peak to Peak Gondola stretches 3.03 km, spanning from Whistler Mountain to Blackcomb Mountain. When it was first built the gondola held the record for the longest continuous lift, now it remains the highest at 436 meters above the ground. If you’re patient, wait for the glass bottomed gondola for even better views of the valley below…way down below.<\/p>\n What would a travel food blog be without a few recommendations for dining?<\/p>\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/i2.wp.com\/www.sailsandspices.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/Whistler-21.jpg?resize=680%2C453&ssl=1\")
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Lost Lake<\/h2>\n
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<\/span><\/p>\nPeak to Peak Gondola<\/h2>\n
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Vegan and Vegetarian Dining<\/h2>\n
Whistler Village<\/h3>\n
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Creekside<\/h3>\n
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Function Junction<\/h3>\n
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