Volunteer for Pride! Winter has arrived...

It is that time of year again when Whistler is getting ready to gear up for another incredible snow season at the number mountain resort - Whistler Blackcomb!  Giving back to your community can be one of the most rewarding things you can do and GayWhistler's WinterPRIDE is no exception.  Volunteer for Pride today and sign up now.

WinterPRIDE is January 26 - February 2nd, 2014.  Host Hotel + Pride House is the Aava Whistler

Pssst! Whistler Mountain Opens Saturday!

WHISTLER BLACKCOMB OPENING EARLY - SATURDAY NOVEMBER 16

Whistler Mountain opens 13 days early for eager skiers and riders

WHISTLER, BC November 13, 2013 - Thanks to cold temperatures, impressive snowmaking and natural snowfall Whistler Mountain will open thirteen days early on Saturday, November 16. With five lifts running, guests will have the option to upload from either the Whistler Village Gondola or the Creekside Gondola. Blackcomb Mountain will open, as scheduled, on American Thanksgiving, Thursday, November 28, 2013.

“Early season snowfall combined with our snowmaking team converting over 60 million gallons of water into snow the past few weeks, has allowed us to get things started early again this season,” says Doug MacFarlane, mountain manager at Whistler Blackcomb. “With all the excitement of opening day, we want to remind guests early season conditions will apply, especially off piste. It is important to obey mountain signage, ski and ride on open runs only and stay within the operational area marked by “Temporary Boundary” signage. Guests should be aware there will be rocks and other hazards below the snow surface; we do not recommend skiing and riding outside the temporary boundary in any circumstances.”

First upload on the Whistler Village Gondola and Creekside Gondola will begin at 8:30 am, with last upload at 2:30pm on November 16. Emerald Express, Big Red Express and the Franz Chair lifts will be running, allowing access to 1800 vertical feet of skiing and riding terrain. Runs set to open will include Ego Bowl, Upper Whiskey Jack, Upper Franz, Papoose, Orange Peel and Pony Trail. Stay tuned for more and to keep updated with the most up-to-date information about lift status, visit www.whistlerblackcomb.com/the-mountain/lifts-and-grooming/index.

Whistler Mountain dining locations will also be open on November 16, including Essentially Blackcomb Cappuccino Bar in the Carleton Lodge, Dusty’s Bar & Grill in Creekside, the Roundhouse Lodge on Whistler Mountain, and the Garibaldi Lift Co., Whistler’s world-famous location for après. 

Whistler Blackcomb Guest Relations will operate from the Blackcomb Day Lodge, Creekside and Whistler Village on Friday, November 15 from 9am-7pm and on Saturday from all three locations from 7am-5pm. From Sunday onwards only the Village and Creekside Guest Relations will operate from 8am-5pm each day until Blackcomb Mountain opens on Thursday, November 28 and the Blackcomb Day Lodge opens again.

Ski and snowboard rentals will be available at the base of Whistler Mountain at Gondola Rentals, from 8am – 5pm, Essentially Blackcomb from 8am – 5pm, and the Salomon Store from 8am – 5pm. Can Ski Creekside will be open at the Creekside base from 8am – 5pm.

Adult Max 4 ski and snowboard lessons will be available on Whistler Mountain, and can be booked online or by calling 1-866-787-1966.

Beginning November 15, Whistler Blackcomb’s Snow Report will be updated daily throughout the season and can be accessed online or by calling 604-932-4211 in Whistler, 604-687-7507 in Vancouver, or toll-free at 1-800-766-0449.

For Canadian and Washington State residents, Whistler Blackcomb offers the EDGE Card, allowing guests to ski/ride from $69 (CDN) a day. EDGE Cards are valid for use all season long, and are available at early bird pricing until November 25 at whistlerblackcomb.com/save.

Guests interested in planning a trip to Whistler can take advantage of the Early Season Booking Offer which runs until November 15, and includes four nights lodging and a three day lift ticket deal from $99 per person, per night. To book a trip to the No. 1 rated mountain resort in North America visit whistlerblackcomb.com/lodgingdeals or call 1-866-787-1966.

Reminder:  GayWhistler's WinterPRIDE is a week earlier this season.  New dates are:  Jan.26-Feb02, 2014.  Stay + Ski packages start at just $115/person/night when  you book before Nov. 15th.  New this year is a special Stay, Ski + Play Package which inlcudes accommodations for 7-nights, 5-day ski and a full week WinterPRIDE festival package for just $179/person/night.  For this and other packages call 1.866.787.1966 or visit online at whistlerblackcomb.com/gaywhistler.  Book before Nov. 15th.  WinterPRIDE is proud to call the Aava Whistler Hotel home.  Official Pride Hotel for 2014.

WinterPRIDE special guests DJ's include:  DJ IVAN GOMEZ (BCN), DJ PHIL B (SFO), DJ PAULO (LA), DJ PORNSTAR (LA), DJ SETH COOPER (Chicago), DJ NICK BERTOSSI (Vancouver).  WinterPRIDE is proud to be working with Big Roger Events and ShowMax for incredible light + sound experience Whistler has yet to experience!  Get your festival tickets today!

About Whistler Blackcomb
Whistler Blackcomb, the official alpine skiing venue for the 2010 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games, is situated in the Resort Municipality of Whistler located in the Coast Mountains of British Columbia 125 kilometres (78 miles) from Vancouver, British Columbia. North America’s premier four season mountain resort, Whistler and Blackcomb are two side-by-side mountains which combined offer over 200 marked runs, 8,171 acres of terrain, 16 alpine bowls, three glaciers, receives on average over 1,192 centimetres (469 inches) of snow annually, and one of the longest ski seasons in North America. In the summer, Whistler Blackcomb offers a variety of activities, including hiking and biking trails, the Whistler Mountain Bike Park, and sightseeing on the PEAK 2 PEAK Gondola.

Waffles + Wagers

It really is amazing how quickly time ticks away... days are becoming shorter, the mornings more crisp and the snow line on the mountains keep creeping closer to the valley floor.  We are now just a short 10-days away from the Nov. 15th Early Booking offer deadline to lock in your epic snowcation getaway.  I know it can be hard to imagine the awesomeness that is to come, but our friends at +WhistlerBlackcomb have just released a "taste" of things to come.... we present:
Waffles + Wagers

The Wonder Reels S2: Waffles, Wagers and the NEW Crystal Ridge Express features a foursome of skiers and snowboarders riding up the new Crystal Ridge Express chair who decide on a friendly wager for waffles at the Crystal Hut. The friends romp and race through the iconic Crystal Zone on Blackcomb Mountain and the last one to the bottom has to buy the waffles back at the top. This video is produced by Switchback Entertainment and the featured athletes include Ashleigh McIvor, Ian Morrison, Robjn Taylor and Jesse Millen.

Remember to lock in your deals today and see you throughout the season and at Whistler's #WinterPRIDE January 26 - February 2nd, 2014.  Call 1.866.787.1966 or online GayWhistler.com

Online event registration for WinterPRIDE Men's Event Passes 2014 powered by Eventbrite

Advertise with GayWhistler

Are you looking to reach out to the LGBT community?  Do you have a product or service you would like to launch or promote at one of the leading LGBT Mountain destinations?  GayWhistler's WinterPRIDE is an excellent venue to advertise and to promote your company.

There are a variety of ways in which your company can be promoted at the annual Gay and Lesbian Ski/Snowboard week in Whistler - WinterPRIDE January 26 - February 2nd, 2014.  

• You can place an ad in the 2014 Festival guide (3,000 printed guides and over 7,100 downloads annually)
• You can place an ad on the website of gaywhistler.com 
• You can participate in the Welcome Expo on Sunday, January 26th, 2014
• You can participate in the welcome bag program
• You can have an activation during the festival

Fill out the form below and a member of our team will be in touch with you to fulfill you marketing and activation needs.

Last year's WinterPRIDE 2013 Festival Guide for reference.

Visit

GayWhistler.com

for more information. Booking deadline is December 1st, 2013

Mckillop comes out at the 21st annual WinterPRIDE in Whistler, BC, Canada

GayWhistler’s WinterPRIDE & Mr. Gay Canada are proud to announce the official underwear & swimwear sponsor is: MckillopUW.com 

GayWhistler’s WinterPRIDE welcomes Mckillop Underwear & SWIM as the Official Underwear/Swimwear Sponsor. Founder & Head Designer Ryan Mckillop is leading the men’s below the belt revolution with the most ergonomic underwear/swimwear on the market today. Mckillop skillfully merges old world hand craftsmanship with modern ergonomic cuts and styles.

“We here at Mckillop are excited and honored to be apart of the 21st annual WinterPRIDE celebrations in Whistler this February 3-10, 2013. Throughout the week it is our pleasure to enhance your experience with our unique Mckillop style; showcasing our wears on the WinterPRIDE’s dancers at various locations around Whistler. We will also be outfitting the underwear & swimwear for the Thursday night Mr. Gay Canada Grand Finale Fashion show, to which the delegates will be wearing a custom designed Mr. Gay Canada Boxer" explains Canadian Fashion Designer, Ryan McKillop. “The festival guests can expect a few little surprises in their welcome bags upon arrival so everyone can experience MCKUW.com.”

“We are thrilled to have Mckillop on board as our official underwear sponsor for both WinterPRIDE and Mr. Gay Canada. It will be great to have such a premium hand crafted underwear to ensure all of the WinterPRIDE dancers and Mr. Gay Canada delegates are looking their best at all times,” says Dean Nelson, CEO & Executive Producer of the festival.

WinterPRIDE 2013 runs from February 3-10, 2013, and continues to revolutionize the traditional gay ski week format with its unique blend of four winter festival elements: Sports, Culinary, Health and Wellness, and Entertainment. 

  

In addition to the world-class skiing and snowboarding being offered in Whistler, many of WinterPRIDE's regular highlights will return for 2013, such as an array of dance parties, culinary events, zip trekking and dog sledding. WinterPRIDE 2013 also offers an expanded program of on-and-off mountain events, including special events for lesbians and bears as well as the annual Mr. Gay Canada competition. 

5 Night Lodging and 4 Day Ski Packages start at just $114/person/night.  Available until November 15th, 2012 for stays from February 3-10, 2013.  For Reservations call 1.866.787.1966 or visit online at gayWhistler.com

Turkey Sale! Winter is coming...

Wow, can you imagine that our beautiful summer has come to an end and we are starting to gear up for a truly epic snow season in just a couple short months from now?  Already the mountains are starting to vibrate with the excitement of the coming snow and in two short weeks is the annual kick off to that crazy season we love so much with Whistler Blackcomb's legendary annual Turkey Sale (over Canadian Thanksgiving Weekend) October 4-8, 2012.

Stay the weekend and experience some stellar last minute hotel deals so you can shop, eat, drink and be marry!  Call 1.866.787.1966 or shop online for those wicked deals starting at just $99/night!  We recommend staying at GayWhistler's host hotel:  The Aava Whistler hotel is just $90.50 (full prepayment/non refundable)

You can save up to 70% off your THE TOP BRAND NAMES IN SKI AND SNOWBOARD EQUIPMENT, OUTERWEAR AND ACCESSORIES

WHY VISIT THE TURKEY SALE?

Shop over 20,000 square feet of top name brands under one roof, at HUGE pre-season savings.
Right beside the Turkey Sale you will find WMSC's Ski & Snowboard Swap where you can buy & sell used gear.

New Season Pass and EDGE Cardholders can pick up their new Pass or Card while checking out the sale (returning Pass and Card holders can re-use their Pass or Card from last year).

Plan ahead and save!  Here is to another powder filled dreams to come!

Remember:  GayWhistler's WinterPRIDE - the evolution of the Gay & Lesbian Ski/Snowboard week is Feb. 3-10, 2013 for more information visit gaywhistler.com

The Rainbows have arrived into Whistler - 5 Days counting

Well, it is official... The Rainbow flags are flying high over Whistler village and Pride week is just 5 days away! The energy and buzz in the village and around the world for Whistler's 20th Annual Gay & Lesbian Ski/Snowboard week is going strong. Ticket sales have been in high demand and some of the event passes are close in being sold out... so if you have yet to buy your passes you better act quick before they are gone. Book online today!

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Doing a quick call around there are still a few rooms to be had in the village. The host hotel - Hilton Whistler Resort and Spa has a few different room categories available but their inventory is moving quickly so do call the hotel soon to lock in your stay. For those that are looking for a place to crash and to economize on your accommodations - the Whistler Athletes' Centre could be the perfect alternative for you. They have rooms starting at just $50 Single and $75 for Double occupancy. This is the centre all those hot 2010 Winter Olympians stayed... it is beautiful but it is about 10 - 15 minutes south of the main village. There is frequent transit or you can self drive or take a taxi to the village.

Have you got your transport sorted? We have some great choice for you:

YVR International Airport to Whistler direct on the Pacific Coach - Whistler SkyLynx with eight departures daily! Call 1.800.661.1725 or book online today!

YVR International Airport to Whistler with more personalized service The Whistler Glacier Group is the perfect choice. They have a huge fleet of Town Cars, SUV's, Limo's, mini coaches to full size coaches to take you and your posse on your schedule. Call or visit Whistler Glacier Group today! Call 1.866.905.7779 or visit online

Already in Vancouver? Then take the Whistler Direct Shuttle... the only shuttle service that can pick you up from your hotel in Downtown Vancouver and drop you off at your door in Whistler. Exclusive $25 one way fares available for WinterPRIDE guests... call 1.888.405.2410 or visit online.

Call our Central Reservations at 1.866.787.1966 and one of our helpful guest services agents will be happy to assist with all of your last minute travel arrangements. They can quickly review all of Whistler's inventory and help narrow the search and find you the right place with your budget in mind. They can also book all of your winter adventures like ski tickets, ski school, ski/snowboard rentals, Dog Sledding, Snowmobile Tours as well as your ground transfers from YVR. Call 1.866.787.1966

Remember think snow, think WinterPRIDE! Feb. 5-12, 2012 for more information visit gayWhistler.com

15 Days and counting!

Yahoo! La Nina has been very kind to the Resort of Whistler this season dumping a total of 583cm (230") or 18+ Feet of snow since the start of the season with heaps more snow on it's way! In the last 24 hours we have had 23cm bringing the snowbase to a healthy 215cm (84") - as measured at Pig Alley Weather Station at 1650 meters on Whistler Mountain.

So with 15 days to go before the kick off to GayWhistler's WinterPRIDE it is looking like we are in really good shape. We saw a jump in tickets this past week when Whistler Blackcomb & Tourism Whistler released a surprise 72-hour sale helping to spur some of those fence sitters to jump over to Whistler and take advantage of the incredible snow conditions.

If you do not ski/snowboard...that is totally okay as there is just so much to do. Are you feeling a bit butch? Do you want to have a feeling of being an Olympian? Why not try the Biathlon experience and shoot at targets in the snow! Or throw on some furs and be an old world explorer and go snowshoeing? Have a need for speed? Love Roller Coasters? Then you have to do the Skeleton Experience at the Whistler Sliding Track! Check out these and other activities you can do while in Whistler. Activities do require ADVANCE RESERVATIONS - so book today and avoid disappointment.

Remember to book your hotel room soon as inventory is moving quick! Call 1.866.787.1966 or visit online today!

WinterPRIDE has a stellar line up of entertainment so make sure you purchase your event tickets before arriving to the resort as many of our events sold out on Sunday night of Pride last year. So plan ahead and book today! Visit GayWhistler.com

72-HR Winter Sales just in time for Pride

News Flash!! Whistler Blackcomb has just released an exclusive 72-Hour Sale with savings up to 50% this season. This is fantastic news on top of the already 17+ feet of snow this year... you could sort of say this is the icing on the cake for our 20th annual celebration of Gay Ski Week!

So what are you waiting for? This is the time to jump off that fence and make your way up to Whistler and experience 100% of the 8,171 acres of pure skiing bliss! Book Online Now! or call 1.866.787.1966
WinterPRIDE - Whistler's Gay/Lesbian Ski/Snowboard Week is Feb. 5-12, 2012 and has a wicked line up of some incredible talent including: International DJ/producer Manny Lehman, DJ Ted Eiel (Chicago), DJ Tim Jones (London), DJ Dan Murphy (Sydney), DJ Adam Dreaddy (Vancouver), DJ/Producer Bertossi (Vancouver), DJ Zach Shore (Vancouver), JC Simon ARCADIA (Ottawa), DJ Riki Rocket (UK), DJ Miss M (Vancouver), DJ Kasey Riot (Vancouver), DJ Foxy Moron (Whistler), DJ Byron James (North Vancouver), DJ Kevin Costner (Whistler), DJ Doug Cameron; Special Guests: Jason Stuart, Julia Stretch, Ruckus Deluxe, Patrick Masse, Tyrell Witherspoon, Symone Says, Jodie James, Syren, Samantha mack, buster Cherry, Burgundy Brixx, Madame Mae I, Cris Derksen, Mr. Gay Canada 2012 Delegates

For complete listings visit gaywhistler.com or click on the festival guide below:

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GayWhistler's WinterPRIDE is Feb. 5-12, 2012 in Whistler, BC, Canada

More accolades come rolling in for Whistler Blackcomb

More accolades come rolling in for Whistler Blackcomb this week.

Freeskier releases their top picks for the 2011/12 season and Whistler Blackcomb is #1 again. The editors note what makes WB #1 in their eyes are “... the terrain is still the best lift-accessed in North America, and there’s still more of it than you ski in a season. The five terrain parks and two halfpipes will keep even the most die-hard park rat happy day in day out.” The editors continue on about the epic snow conditions “especially last year” (and this year’s forecast of a strong La Nina with another incredible snow year), the pro scene “off the charts”, the apres-ski culture is “beyond comprehension” and finally the “late-night partying is still the best on the continent for a ski town and is amongst the best in the world.”


Marie Brandon for Yahoo News (Oct. 21/11) - just released her “Top Five Ski Vacations in the World” which includes Whistler Blackcomb and one of our Preferred Hotel partners - the Aava Whistler Hotel.

UK’s Daily Telegraph reporter Emily Benammar (Oct. 22/11) reports that Whistler is one of “The Hottest spots to ski and ride” and says “The best skiers in the world come here, and that's the best recommendation you can get.” and continues with “In Whistler there's very little you can't do and the après-ski is unparalleled”

UK’s Sophie Morris (Oct. 22/11) reports on the “The 50 BEST Ski resorts” for the Independent (daily newspaper) of which includes Whistler Blackcomb. The article says, “With some of the best freestyle parks in the world and powder- heavy tree runs, Whistler is a 'must do'," says Duncan. "Many only reluctantly return to Europe following a Whistler experience. Aprs- ski is well catered for and varied, with live music, clubs and restaurants to suit all tastes. These are just a few of the reasons Whistler remains one of the most popular places for UK riders to do a season."

Annual Resort Rankings Recognize Whistler Blackcomb for “best” Terrain, Value, Après/Nightlife and Family offerings

With four “best overall” wins and eighteen No.1 “category” wins, Whistler Blackcomb cements its position as the consistently ranked No. 1 mountain resort in North America.

“We are ecstatic to be recognized as one of the best mountain resorts by such a cross-section of sources: from ski and snowboard industry magazines, to travel experts,” says Stuart Rempel, senior vice president of marketing and sales at Whistler Blackcomb. “We’ve got extraordinary natural assets and a robust infrastructure combined with staff that go the extra mile to make guests’ experiences at Whistler Blackcomb one of the best in the industry. This past season Whistler Blackcomb scored an 88 on our Net Promoter Score, the highest score for customer satisfaction in Canada and among the top scores in North America. We’re going to work hard this season to not only maintain, but surpass this score.”

“No. 1 Overall” rankings Whistler Blackcomb achieved:

FREESKIER - “The Best”
Onthesnow.com – No. 1 Favourite North American Resort 2011
Australia’s Luxury Travel Magazine – No. 1 Overseas Ski Resort 2011
Findthebest.com – Best Ski Resort in the World
Whistler Blackcomb “Top/Best” inclusions:

Forbes.com – World’s Best Ski Resorts
Yahoo.com – Top Five Ski Vacations in the World
Powderhounds.com – Top Overall Resorts
About.com – Top Ski Resorts
The Independent – 50 Best Ski Resorts

Whistler Blackcomb Category Wins:

Value Award Winner: Up! Magazine
Best Terrain: onthesnow.com, SKI Magazine, TransWorld SNOWboarding, Powderhounds.com, and National Geographic
Best Après/Nightlife: FREESKIER, onthesnow.com, SKI Magazine, TransWorld SNOWboarding, and Powderhounds.com.
Best Family Resort: SKI Magazine (Canadian Resorts)
Other “not too shabby” placing(s):

No. 2
Terrain parks – onthesnow.com
Family – onthesnow.com
Digital Programs – SKI Magazine
Best Steeps - FREESKIER
No. 3
Resort in North America – SKI Magazine
Lifts – SKI Magazine
No. 4
Overall satisfaction – SKI Magazine
“vibe” – TransWorld SNOW Boarding
Top Destination in Canada – Trip Advisor
Best Powder – FREESKIER
No. 5
Best Family Resort in North America – SKI Magazine (No. 1 in Canada)
Best Pipe – Transworld SNOWBoarding


So what are you waiting for? Book your Whistler snow escape now and call 1.866.787.1966 or visit online at GayWhistler.com. Remember WinterPRIDE - the annual Gay & Lesbian ski/snowboard week is Feb. 5-12, 2012 and has a wicked line up to help celebrate 20 years of being OUT on the slopes of Whistler including award winning international DJ/Producer Manny Lehman. For more information please visit GayWhistler.com

GayTravel.com Names Whistler in the Top 5 in the World

Gay Travel Guru, Nick Vivion of GayTravel.com along with some of his colleagues experienced GayWhistler’s WinterPRIDE this past year, naming WinterPRIDE the #2 in the World for Best Gay Ski Weeks! From the look of their video montage it looks like they had a wicked experience and showed the diversity of activities that can be done from Skiing/Snowboarding, Nordic Skiing, Bi-Athlon (complete with riffle shooting), hot tub parties, culinary events, dining, comedy show, and of course the fun apres ski parties and the big dance parties.

This coming season, Whistler will celebrate our 20th annual Gay & Lesbian ski/Snowboard week and it is shaping up to be bigger and better than ever before. We are so excited to welcome back international DJ/Producer Manny Lehman to headline the grand finale of the week - Snowball, Sat., Feb. 11th, 2012. We also have DJ Ted Eiel headlining Furrocious (Bear, Leather, Denim) party on Friday, Feb. 10th and funny man Jason Stuart headlining the annual Comedy Show on Wed., Feb. 8th, 2012!

Make sure you book your ski package by Nov. 15th for your best savings. Ski Packages start at just $131/person/night for a 4 Night, 3 Day Ski package at the Aava Whistler hotel or $208/person/night at the Host hotel: Hilton Whistler Resort & Spa. Call 1.866.787.1966 or visit online at GayWhistler.com to reserve today or build your own custom package.

Jason Stuart heads North

Jason Stuart celebrates with laughter at the 20th annual WinterPRIDE festival in Whistler.

“I’m the Daddy and I have Candy” Comedy Tour heads North to GayWhistler’s WinterPRIDE Gay & Lesbian Ski/Snowboard week to headline the Comedy Show.

GayWhistler’s WinterPRIDE is thrilled to welcome Jason Stuart! Jason is no doubt, one of the most successful openly gay male comics in the United States, with over 150 Film & TV shows to his credit. He has performed at all the major Gay Events including Atlantis & RSVP cruises, Bear Life (NY), HRC Night of Comedy, Gay Days (Orlando), and Homolarius to name a few. Jason has performed at The Montreal Comedy Festival twice, on Broadway, all the "A" Comedy Clubs and to 100,000 people at the Millennium March in D.C. He has had his own cable TV special  “Jason Stuart: Making It To The Middle” in addition to appearances on “One Night Stand Up” & “Wisecrack” on LOGO and “Comics Unleashed”.
 
As an actor he was recently seen in a cameo on HBOs ENTOURAGE with Andrew “Dice” Clay & regular Kevin Dillon. Later this year on TV, Jason has a supporting role as  "Chief Maurice" in the thriller HOME INVASION starring C. Thomas Howell & Haylie Duff. In the indie film world he has 4 films coming out this year THE STAND IN, MONKEY MAN, FINDING MR. WRIGHT and WALK A MILE IN MY PRADAS. Last year he had a guest-starring role on THE CLOSER starring Kyra Sedgwick and made an appearance on ITS ALWAYS SUNNY IN PHILADELPHIA . And if that’s not enough, Jason just completed the prison drama K11 and the romantic comedy BEAR CITY 2.

Jason is sure to make the 20th Annual GayWhistler's WinterPRIDE comedy show one to remember! WinterPRIDE Comedy show is at the Whistler Conference Centre on Wednesday, February 8th, 2011. WinterPRIDE event passes now on sale. For Accommodations, Stay & Ski Packages and more call 1.866.787.1966 or visit us online at Gaywhistler.com Host Hotel: Hilton Whistler Resort & Spa

Air New Zealand - Contest Winner Announced!

Congratulations to Kate Keyes, the winner of the grand prize with Air New Zealand's "Celebrate" photo booth challenge during the Vancouver Pride day celebrations at Sunset Beach (July 31, 2011). Hundreds of pride festival participants stopped by the Air New Zealand photo booth to get their photo taken with some of our handsome Air New Zealand models as well as special guest appearances with Rob Goddard - Mr. Gay Canada 2011 and Francois Nel - Mr. Gay World 2011 (Mr. Gay South Africa 2011). Kate (right) is posing with her friend Karla (left) showing us how they like to "Celebrate." Visit Air New Zealand Canada's fan page to see all the other photos from pride!

Kate now has the task of determining who she will take with her on the Pacific Economy Round Trip tickets from Vancouver to Auckland (approx. retail value: $3,500). To learn how you can participate in other contests and special offers become a FAN and LIKE Air New Zealand Canada fan page on Facebook. [ Click here to read the 2011 Celebrate Contest Rules & Regulations ] Air New Zealand is a proud sponsor of GayWhistler's WinterPRIDE. WinterPRIDE is celebrating 20 Years of being OUT on the Slopes in Whistler. Come and join us for an exciting week both on and off the slopes in Whistler Feb. 5-12, 2012. For more information visit gaywhistler.com