Wet Whistler

We left Clearwater yesterday morning and travelled through the rolling countryside of British Columbia's Cariboo heartland, which is studded with pretty lakes, gold rush towns and working ranches. In places it looked just like something from a cowboy film. John Wayne galloping over the hillside would not have looked out of place! It was a very long day and thankfully our driver John remained alert and got us all here safely.

Our hotel here in Whistler is extremely posh, totally different from the last one, so a bit of luxury.

It is set in the heart of Whistler village where cobblestone walkways and colourful piazzas are packed with restaurants, boutiques and lively nightspots......so different to where we have been staying during the last week. Today is our first day of rain unfortunately and the fabulous mountain scenery has disappeared  into a mist. Whistler is a four-seasons resort that offers different outdoor pursuits all year long, having a stunning setting at the foot of the Whistler and Blackcomb Mountains.Some of the group have set off on a guided walk this morning but I have decided to have a stroll around Whistler by myself, dropping into coffee shops if the rain persists. This afternoon we are visiting the Aboriginal Culture Centre where we are having a lunch based on native ingredients (???) before touring the facility to learn more about the indigenous people who have lived in this region for thousands of years.

Tomorrow.......Vancouver, really looking forward to seeing that city.