{"id":2207,"date":"2022-09-16T20:00:00","date_gmt":"2022-09-16T10:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/luxuryescapes.com\/inspiration\/your-ultimate-guide-to-western-canada\/"},"modified":"2023-09-14T12:14:15","modified_gmt":"2023-09-14T02:14:15","slug":"your-ultimate-guide-to-western-canada","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/luxuryescapes.com\/inspiration\/your-ultimate-guide-to-western-canada\/","title":{"rendered":"Your Ultimate Guide to Western Canada"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

A world-famous ski scene, the northern lights, classy cocktails and wild, wild terrain \u2013 there\u2019s no shortage of wonders to behold across Western Canada.<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

From silver cityscapes to towns teetering on the edge of pure wilderness, Western Canada is as diverse as it is full of surprises. Whether you\u2019re snowboarding in Whistler, sampling Vancouver’s thrilling culinary scene, exploring a winter wonderland by horse-drawn carriage in Banff National Park at Lake Louise or witnessing the jaw-dropping Northern Lights in Yellowknife, there\u2019s something to spark the soul of every type of traveller. This is our guide to the most unmissable things to do in Western Canada.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Ready to explore?<\/strong> Check out our handpicked escapes<\/a> and tours<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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For snow bunnies and outdoor enthusiasts, world-famous Whistler should be high on your list. It\u2019s a breathtaking alpine playground for skiing, snowboarding, hiking and mountain biking, with a vibrant pedestrian village in the valley between the two mountains perfect for shopping and dining between adrenaline bursts. If you\u2019re around at Christmastime, Whistler Village becomes something from a fairy-tale. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Stay: A luxury twist on a traditional mountain lodge<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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When seeking that classic alpine lodge accommodation with a sprinkling of five-star luxury, look no further than Four Seasons <\/strong><\/a>Resort Whistler. Imagine a classic stone-and-wood ski lodge design, crackling fireplaces, poolside sauna cabins and wool and leather accents \u2013 the vibe is cosy meets couture. Facilities are designed for post-mountain adventures: there\u2019s a 75-foot outdoor heated swimming pool with two whirlpools, a sumptuous spa (try the signature treatment, which includes a Canadian maple and brown sugar body scrub), and three onsite restaurants and caf\u00e9s.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Eat: From caviar to cosy pub meals<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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