DESTINATIONS — CANADA
outdoor hot pools, saunas and steam rooms.
scandinave.com 16.30: Race to catch the last 30 minutes of the daily oysters and drinks specials on the sun-soaked patio at Araxi in the village.
araxi.com 18.00: Make it an evening to remember out in a jeep with bear-watching expert Michael Allen and his team. You’ll explore the black bear’s habitat of feeding areas, daybeds and dens on a three-hour trip (from £102).
whistler.com/activities/bear- viewing 21.30: Book in for late night bites and a visit to the Ketel One Vodka Room – at -32C the coldest vodka tasting room in the world – at the Bearfoot Bistro. It also boasts some of the best food in town, thanks to talented chef Melissa Craig. Later on, the Bearfoot switches from restaurant to club with DJs replacing the dinner-time pianist.
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WHISTLER: WHERE TO STAY
Splurge: Four Seasons Whistler Over on the Blackcomb side of the village, the gloriously well-appointed Four Seasons has a family-friendly outdoor pool, gym, spa and excellent on-site dining options. Rooms are spacious, with balconies overlooking the mountains. Daily guest programmes include wine tastings at the chef’s table and kids’ activities. One-bed premier room summer rates start at about £408.
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Spend: Nita Lake Lodge Five minutes’ drive from Whistler – with an on-demand shuttle service – Nita Lake Lodge offers a luxurious getaway with jaw- clangingly gorgeous lake and mountains views. Free kayaks, paddleboards and canoes are on offer from the lodge’s private dock. Rooms boast fireplaces and private balconies, with lavish bathrooms, and microwave and tea and coffee facilities. One-bed lake view room summer rates start from about £160.
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Save: Aava Steps from the heart of Whistler village with direct access to the Valley Trail, the Aava is a bike-friendly hotel, with a bike valet, bike wash and tool shop, plus freeGoPro hire and two hours of free cruiser bike rental for guests. Spotlessly clean basic one-bed rooms have kitchenettes. The suntrap patio pool overlooks the mountains. Deluxe king room-only summer rates start at about £98.
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