Whistler

Citizens wishing to visit Canada must obtain a visitor visa issued by one of the Canadian diplomatic missions unless they hold a valid passport issued by one of the EU countries, Australia or New Zealand. From 2016, visa-exempt countries (except for the US) must apply for an Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA) when arriving to Canada by air. However, travelers don't need an eTA if traveling to Canada by land or sea. Generally, you can submit your application online but for some countries, after the online application, fingerprints and photo (biometrics) are required. Find more information about visa requirement at: www.canada.ca/en/services/immigration-citizenship.html

The breathtaking landscapes of Whistler will leave you speechless whether it is winter or summer. From December to late February travelers' favorite outdoor activities are skiing and snowboarding, while in summer they prefer to unwind and sunbathe; the most adventurous ones experiment with any kind of water sports on the Lost Lake Park's calm waters. For those who travel on a budget the best season to visit Whistler is autumn, when mountains are not yet covered by a thick blanket of snow and the peak season hasn't started yet, meaning that prices are still affordable and won't leave a hole in the pocket. Some events throughout the year: December - April: Fire and Ice Show June - August: Whistler half Marathon September - November Whistler Film Festival

Whistler is located in the Pacific Time Zone and all times are reflected in Pacific Time.

The main public bus system is called the WAVE (Whistler And Valley Express). Children under five years of age ride for free. Buses accommodate skis, snowboards and bikes.

Country code: 1 Area code: 604

Electricity: 110 volts, same as the United States. The frequency of electrical current in Canada is 60 Hz. Adapters are required if visiting from foreign countries.