11. Kids Programs
Children's Learning Centres on each mountain offer many ski and 'board programs (and also childcare for toddlers.) Kids like the Adventure Camps that keep a group together, with the same instructor for five days (two days, on weekends.) Parents can leave infants and toddlers in daycare, and keep in touch with Pager Parent programs. Check "Whistler Kids" for current programs and rates: sign up early for peak weeks!12. For Teens: Ride Tribe and More
Whistler has a rep for being young and hip, and that's lucky if you have teens who want to be cool. Ride Tribe has programs for ages 13 to 17. Advanced types can try the Park Freeride Groups: a max of 3 skiers/riders go out for the day to "shred in the parks and pipes".
13. Whistler Village
This extensive car-free village at the foot of the Whistler and Blackcomb gondolas -- with over 300 shops and restaurants-- has plenty to offer party-ers, gourmet diners, and families. A family fave is the Old Spaghetti Factory restaurant, with 3-course kids' meal plus bottomless drinks for very reasonable prices; but you can find kids' menus at many restaurants, even upscale. At the far end of the village is a grocery store, McD's, and video rental, close to attractive townhomes where many families stay.
