Getting Here & What to Pre Book
Getting to Whistler
From Vancouver/YVR: ~2 hrs (120 km) up Highway 99. No gas north of Squamish for 50KM stretch.
Winter tire / chain law, Oct 1 – Apr 30 on Hwy 99: vehicle needs M+S or mountain-snowflake tires, or carry chains. Rental cars from YVR are not always winter-equipped you must request it. Not only is it dangerous to yourself and others, but fines are large and cars get turned around at Squamish during winter storms.
No car? These providers are two great options. Book ahead in ski season.
Pre Book Before You Arrive
Lift Tickets/passes, prices are always more expensive at the ticket counter. Purchase ski passes before you arrive
Ski and Board Rentals, Black Tie Rentals is the most convenient option. They can deliver to your room, or you can pick up in store. True North Guests can use this link for 10%
Baby Sitting, there are limited sitters and usually get booked early during the holidays. Blackcomb Baby Sitting. Be sure to mention True North Properties sent you there!
Baby Gear (Pack-N-Play, High Chair, Stroller Etc), Look up your reservation in the True North Portal, request baby rental equipment, delivered, easy as that!
Massage (Scandinave, Vida Spa), during busy periods there are minimal last minute options.
Gear, Alpine Attire, maybe its wet snow and you don’t have gortex - or you forgot your ski pants and don’t want to buy new. Rent from Alpine Attire, they hand deliver! Use code TRUENORTH10% at check out and receive 10% off!
Big Tours like heli, snowmobile, zipline and Vallea Lumina have small daily capacity, so its best to book these in advance. Jump to Things to Do Section 4
Prime Dinner Spots like Araxi, Barefoot Bistro, Wild Blue, Rimrock, Red Door etc. often get booked out months in advance in winter. See Eat and Drink
