Whistler is a destination that has been recognized around the world as top ski escape as a result of hosting the 2010 Winter Olympics. The town continues to bustle throughout the year and even locals from Vancouver choose the two hour drive along the stunning Sea to Sky highway just to experience the buzz and beauty of Whistler. While there are options for adventure enthusiasts wanting to zip line, mountain bike or heli-tour, there are also slower paced experiences with an outdoor spa, top rated golf courses and shops to find those special treats. The views from the Peak 2 Peak Gondola show why the mountains can offer so many activities for people to reconnect with nature. Hearing woodpeckers tapping the tree, ravens calling out to their friends or watching a whiskey jack (also known as a Canada jay) hop along the walking trail beside you, all add to the essence of the outdoors. Another treasure tucked within the trees walking distance from the town center, is the Audain Art Museum. They showcase an exceptional collection of historical First Nations masks and some of the most renowned Western Canadian artists, it'll make you want to put your feet up at the end of the day and simply smile at the surroundings.