If slopes are deemed worthy of Olympic athletes, it’s a safe bet they will challenge your skills on the skis as well. The Whistler and Blackscomb reign as the king and queen of Canada’s mountain peaks, and will host the 2010 Winter Olympic downhill events. Get a glimpse of where the world’s best skiers soon will do battle during a stay at the Fairmont Chateau Whistler ski resort. Located at the base of Blackcomb Mountain, this fabulous property offers you ski-in/ski-out access to over 8,100 acres of spectacular ski and snowboard terrain, 33 lifts, three alpine bowls and more than 200 trails. This “Best Of” resort is worthy of its amazing surroundings, with 550 guest rooms, Vida Wellness Spa, fully equipped fitness center and five restaurants including The Wine Room, Whistler’s only AAA, Four-Diamond-rated restaurant. The Mallard Lounge delivers unforgettable views of Whistler Mountain as you enjoy live music, signature drinks and a good smoke in the fully ventilated cigar room. The Fairmont’s unsurpassed service helped make it the top-rated ski resort in Canada by the readers of Condé Nast magazine.

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