Whistler can be reached by train, regular bus service, or driving. Whistler also provides a generous range of accommodation choices, dining, shopping, outdoor recreation and more.
Looking for a ride to Whistler or driving and have a few empty seats? Check out the BC Land Summit carpool website for drivers and passengers looking to share rides to and from Whistler. Simply register as a user and enter your trip details. Drivers and passengers with matching trip details can connect via email to coordinate pick up and drop off details. Click HERE to visit the BC Land Summit car pool website available to Land Summit participants only. For any questions please email info@bclandsummit.com.
Most major regional, national and international flights for those traveling to Whistler will arrive at Vancouver International Airport (YVR), which is located just to the south of the City of Vancouver. Travelers can access regular scheduled bus service to Whistler from the Airport, or may drive from Vancouver to Whistler upon arrival (see Driving Directions below).
WestJet Conference Fares: The Summit organizers are pleased to offer delegates flying into Vancouver for the Summit the opportunity to take advantage of special conference fares offered by WestJet. Please refer to WestJet's website: http://www.westjet.com for flight schedules & times, and use the downloadable WestJet Booking Form (PDF) to book your flight. Please note, you must use this form in order to book and receive the conference fares.
The 2009 BC Land Summit organizers are happy to recommend Ladner & Delta Travel Agency as the preferred travel agency for the conference. Ladner and Delta Travel Agency makes it easy for you to offset your carbon emissions produced by your air travel to Vancouver and home. Your airline flight will generate carbon emissions that contribute to Global Climate Change and Health Issues. By making a donation, based on the standard Canadian Carbon Offset table for the airlines, the agency can tell you the Offset price for your round trip. Through an association with the Corporation of Delta, Parks, and Recreation, they will pass on to them 100% of your donation, which is tax deductible. The Corporation of Delta will plant trees in Delta and Issue you your tax receipt. 100% will go to tree planting right here in the lower mainland. We hope you’ll join us in supporting cleaner, fresher air. Thank you for making a responsible choice. Please visit http://www.ladnerdeltatravel.com/ to book your flight now. |
Pacific Coach YVR Whistler SkyLynx transportation service runs between Vancouver International Airport (YVR) and Whistler Village. There are numerous scheduled departures in either direction. Hotel drop-off service in Whistler and Vancouver downtown hotel drop-off service is also available by reservations. To view the schedule and make a reservation online click HERE. To contact Pacific Coach via phone call 1-800-661-1725.
Rocky Mountaineer Vacations offers regular train service between North Vancouver and Whistler. We are pleased to have arranged a 10% discount off the retail rates for Whistler Mountaineer or Rocky Mountaineer for the delegates of 2009 BC Land Summit. Make reservations by phoning the Rocky Mountaineer Sales Centre, quoting the unique conference code BCLAND09 to receive the conference discount. Bookings can be made by calling 1-866-539-0084 and in Vancouver 604-606-7245, or emailing meetings@rockymountaineer.com. Be sure to mention and use the unique conference code when booking.
Rates and schedules for our rail vacations may be found at
www.whistlermountaineer.com or www.rockymountaineer.com
Whistler is located 125 km north of Vancouver, on BC Highway #99 (Sea to Sky Highway). Click on the link below for a may and driving directions from Vancouver.