Whistler, just about a 2-hour drive from Vancouver, is a popular village and ski resort. Though Whistler has mostly been considered a winter sports area, it has even developed into a famous summer destination with mountain biking and golf and presents a great atmosphere all through the year. It was in 2010 that the Winter Olympic Games were held here and this made the village gain immense popularity. The area offers the best skiing, dining, hotels, and also other recreational opportunities together with breathtakingly beautiful mountain scenery.