Guests can expect another winter season packed
with experiences unique to Whistler Blackcomb, plus new Mobile Pass
technology allowing guests to access the slopes from their
phone
WHISTLER, BC,
Aug. 14,
2024 /CNW/ -- Whistler Blackcomb is set to open
its dual mountains to skiers and riders on Friday, November 22 for the 2024/25 winter
season, conditions permitting. The resort is looking forward to
delivering another season of unparalleled mountain adventure to
guests from the Sea to Ski Corridor, Lower Mainland, across
Canada and around the world.
Guests planning to visit Whistler Blackcomb can lock in the best
deals and experiences by purchasing the Pass that works best for
them – from single day to season-long access before prices go up on
September 2.
This season, the newly upgraded Jersey Cream Express
chairlift will make its highly anticipated debut. Coming
on the heels of last season's upgrade to Fitzsimmons Express, this
new high speed 6-person chair will significantly improve uploading
capacity and efficiency and get guests on snow faster in the
Glacier Creek Zone of Blackcomb Mountain. It's one of several lift
upgrades Whistler Blackcomb has invested in in recent years,
showcasing a commitment to continuous investment into the guest
experience at the resort.
Whistler Blackcomb is also excited to host the Invictus Games
Vancouver Whistler 2025 February
8-16. The event will bring together over 500 competitors
from over 20 nations to compete in adaptive sports for this
first-ever winter edition and will feature Alpine Skiing and
Snowboarding. On top of this, guests can look forward to the return
of annual favorites, including: the World Ski and Snowboard
Festival, weekly Fire & Ice Shows in Whistler Village, Whistler Pride and Ski
Festival, the 39th Annual Peak to Valley Race, Whistler Cup, and
Creekside Classic.
Here our checklist for guests to prepare for the season
ahead:
- Save on your Whistler Blackcomb experience with a
Pass
Skiers and riders have until September 2 to purchase a Pass before prices
increase. Passes offer significant pre-season savings compared to
lift ticket prices and, whether you plan to ski or ride at Whistler
Blackcomb just one day or all season long, there is a Pass option
for everyone.
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- Whistler Blackcomb EDGE Card provides
exclusive discounts to Canadian and Washington State Residents with access to
Whistler Blackcomb for as low as $81CAD per day. Choose from 2, 5,
or 10 days at Whistler Blackcomb.
- Epic Pass ($1,004USD)
offers the best deal in skiing and riding with unlimited,
unrestricted access to Whistler Blackcomb, plus access to Fernie
Alpine Resort, Kicking Horse Mountain Resort, Kimberley Alpine
Resort and Hakuba Valley (Japan).
With additional resorts across the U.S., Europe and Australia, the Epic Pass unlocks access to
more than 80 resorts worldwide.
- Whistler Blackcomb Day Pass offers skiers and
riders the ability to build their own Pass – choosing 1-10 days to
use throughout the season to ski and ride Whistler Blackcomb for as
low as $93CAD per day. The Whistler Blackcomb Day Pass offers
savings up to 65% compared to lift tickets for guests purchasing in
advance of the season, along with the flexibility to choose which
days to ski or ride throughout the season, and doesn't need to be
used on consecutive days.
- Specialty Passes are available including the
Whistler Blackcomb Student Pass ($740CAD), Adaptive
Passes ($492USD), and Passes to
honor the Canadian Armed Forces including active and retired
Military and their dependents ($177USD), as well as Veterans and their
dependents ($573USD).
View all Passes on the Epic Pass and
Whistler Blackcomb websites before prices increase
September 2.
Epic Passes also provide savings on other parts
of the experience at Whistler Blackcomb. Epic Pass Holders receive
20% off on-mountain food and beverage, lodging, group ski and
ride school lessons, equipment rentals and more. Whistler Blackcomb
EDGE Cards include exclusive perks such as savings on lodging,
shopping, group lessons and camps.
- Lock in access to premium gear, available slopeside,
with My Epic Gear
Travelers no longer need to purchase and haul
their equipment to and from Whistler Blackcomb with the launch of
My Epic Gear, a first-of-its-kind membership that combines
the luxury of owning high-quality gear and the convenience of a
premium valet. Members unlock access to more than 60 of the latest
ski and snowboard models from 13 leading brands. The entire
membership experience, from gear selection to free daily slopeside
pick-up and drop-off, is available in the My Epic app.
Memberships are limited for the 2024/25 winter
season, and available on a first-come, first-served basis. My Epic
Gear is now available for the whole family (ages 3 and up) at
Whistler Blackcomb, as well as other destination resorts, including
Vail Mountain, Park City Mountain, Beaver
Creek, Breckenridge,
Keystone, Heavenly, Northstar, and Stowe. Memberships cost
$50 USD for the 2024/25 season, with
a $55 USD daily use fee for adults
and $45 USD for kids (3-12).
- New this season at Whistler Blackcomb: Skip the ticket
line with Mobile Pass
New hands-free Mobile Pass and Mobile Lift
Tickets technology will go live at the resort for the 2024/25 ski
and ride season within the My Epic app. This innovation will allow
guests to skip the ticket window and buy their Pass (or lift
ticket) online, then activate and store it in the My Epic app. When
they arrive, they can get scanned, hands-free, straight from their
pocket via low energy Bluetooth ® technology designed
for low energy use. With this enhancement, the My Epic app will
provide Whistler Blackcomb guests a one-stop app, offering
lift access, real-time resort updates, personalized stats, account
information, and more.
To ensure a smooth transition, Whistler
Blackcomb will continue to provide and activate physical cards for
passes and lift tickets during the 2024/25 season, as requested.
And in the future, they will be available to any guests who cannot,
or do not want to use their phone.
- Map out your dining experience at
Whistler Blackcomb
A variety of on-mountain dining options
will once again be available to guests this season, including more
diverse menus at quick-serve lodges. The Horstman Hut will make a
comeback this winter, where guests can enjoy a European-style
selection of sausages, sauerkraut, pretzels and mustards. Whistler
Blackcomb is proud to continue to offer signature dishes, like the
famous fully loaded buttermilk waffles at the Crystal Hut, and to
provide elevated experiences at Steeps Grill and Wine Bar and the
newly renovated Corona Mountaintop
Lodge in the Roundhouse. As always, Christine's will be
serving up world-class fine dining with jaw-dropping views in the
Rendezvous. This season will also feature the return of regionally
inspired Indigenous dishes created in partnership with the culinary
team at the Squamish Lil'wat Cultural Centre and available at
Merlin's (base of Blackcomb) and the freshly updated Raven's (top
of Creekside Gondola).
- Book lodging now for up to 35% off room rates
Skiers and riders who buy an Epic Pass now will
get early access to Vail Resorts' Winter Getaway Sale, offering
discounted lodging rates for a limited time across hotels and
vacation rentals at mountain resorts like Legends in Creekside.
With Epic Mountain Rewards, Pass Holders will be able to save up to
35% off room rates. Pass Holders can book preferred lodging
beginning 8/22 by logging into their Epic Pass account and
selecting the sale. Public access will be available online from
8/27-9/3.
- Get the latest news and be ready for your visit
Want daily updates and real-time information,
along with other important news throughout the season? Make sure to
download the My Epic app (once in the app, look for the bell
in the top right corner to see a feed of real-time guest alerts)
and follow along on our Whistler Blackcomb social channels:
Instagram, Facebook, and Mountain Operations Twitter/X.
About Whistler Blackcomb
Whistler Blackcomb in British
Columbia is North America's
largest ski resort offering year-round adventure for all ages and
skill levels. Powder hounds, glade lovers and groomer aficionados
won't want to miss big mountain skiing and riding as winter brings
an unmatched variety of terrain. With more than 8,000 skiable
acres, 200+ runs, 16 alpine bowls and three glaciers, all serviced
by 35 lifts - including the one-of-a-kind PEAK 2 PEAK Gondola,
there's something for everyone. Summer is also incredible, with
plenty to do, from mountain biking in our world-class Whistler
Mountain Bike Park, to sight-seeing and hiking more than 50km of
high alpine trails, to incredible events and experiences
on-mountain. Whatever the season, adventure awaits.
Whistler Blackcomb operates on the shared unceded territories of
the Lilwat7ú ̓ l (Lil'Wat) Nation and Sḵwxwú7mesh (Squamish) Nation, who have lived on these
lands since time immemorial. The Whistler Blackcomb team has deep
gratitude for the opportunity to live and work in this beautiful
place, colonially known as Whistler. We encourage all guests of the
resort to visit the Squamish Lil'wat Cultural Centre for an
opportunity to respectfully learn about these lands, their people
and culture.
About Vail Resorts, Inc. (NYSE: MTN)
Vail Resorts is a network of the best destination and close-to-home
ski resorts in the world including Vail Mountain, Breckenridge, Park City Mountain, Whistler
Blackcomb, Stowe, and 32 additional resorts across North America; Andermatt-Sedrun and
Crans-Montana Mountain Resort in Switzerland; and Perisher, Hotham, and Falls
Creek in Australia – all available
on the company's industry-changing Epic Pass. We are passionate
about providing an Experience of a Lifetime to our team members and
guests, and our EpicPromise is to reach a zero net operating
footprint by 2030, support our employees and communities, and
broaden engagement in our sport. Our company owns and/or manages a
collection of elegant hotels under the RockResorts brand, a
portfolio of vacation rentals, condominiums and branded hotels
located in close proximity to our mountain destinations, as well as
the Grand Teton Lodge Company in Jackson
Hole, Wyo. Vail Resorts Retail operates more than 250 retail
and rental locations across North
America. Learn more about our company at
www.VailResorts.com, or discover our resorts and pass options at
www.EpicPass.com.
SOURCE Vail Resorts, Inc.