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Hi,
We've skied Europe a lot & done Breckenridge area 3 times.
We're now considering Banff or Whistler (possibly Mammoth?) - which would be best for a mixed party?
I like the bowls & back country at Breck & Vail, wife likes pistes.
Thanks,
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Banff is cheaper. The snow is good. Continental as opposed to maritime climate. It can be extremely cold though. I would not consider it in January or February myself. The skiing at Norquay or Sunshine or Lake Louise is some way from the town.
Whistler/Blackcomb is a proper international resort on a European scale. Good apres. Both areas could be suitable for mixed parties. Big bowls in Whistler. That may be better for you.
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Whistler better than Breckenridge & Vail for you. Moderate pistes probably better for the missus in Banff areas (whistler can get crowded in places). Neither would be a showstopper for the other party so decide on other criteria like:
Money no object - Whistler
Stunning Scenery - Banff
Walk to lifts - Whistler
No olympic chaos - Banff
Cougar heavy dubious niteclubs- Whistler
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You wouldn't be disappointed with either area. Both are fantastic - but different. Do one next trip then the other in the future.
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Banff: I would not consider it in January or February myself
Been in both months. Found it no colder than usual Alps temperatures. Maybe we were just lucky.
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The skiing at Norquay or Sunshine or Lake Louise is some way from the town.
40 mins each way on the bus. The return to Banff feels like it eats into your evening if you ski until the last lift. Still ok but something to bear in mind. I've also read somewhere that the bus operator is going to start charging - it's always been free up to now.
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Kelcat
, been to whistler 3 times in last 4 years.
good resort with mix terrain but can be expensive, great for mixed group. only about 2 hours from Vancouver too
very quick and easy bus service if not in village centre.
Having said that on all occassions we have been able to walk to accommodation if we really wanted to (10-15 minutes max) and if careful can do it on a budget, just be aware can get crowded at times
when are you thinking of going (avoid Jan as it can be really cold (-17C in village)
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