Whistler has a vibrant party scene, largely centred around Whistler Village.

The clock has since been disassembled, with one half going to BC Place and the other to Whistler Village.

Where to stay Listel Whistler Hotel is a comfortable four-star in the centre of Whistler Village.

'Great for groups and families, excellent location in Whistler Village.'

Whistler Village has most of the bars, restaurants and shops, and two gondolas (one to each mountain).

In Whistler Village, Araxi is consistently good ('top quality for a special occasion'); the scallops and venison are recommended.

Both mountains are served by Whistler Village, where cars are parked, hotels clustered, and lifts based.

But Whistler Village, with its 35 resort hotels and dozens of restaurants and nightclubs, comes alive after dark.

Access to Blackcomb from Whistler Village is by an eight-seat gondola, followed by a fast quad.

Garbanzo riders can then return to midstation or Whistler Village, the base of the bike park.