Location and Travel Information

Whistler Village began as a ski resort, but has evolved into a year-round destination. It is located 120 km (about 80 miles) north of Vancouver and is about a 1.5 - 2 hour drive. Whistler is 600 metres (2000 feet) above sea level. The central area of Whistler village is a pedestrian concourse, and is accessible by foot from most hotels. As well, the resort has a free shuttle bus service.

The setting, surrounded by mountains, with Whistler, Blackcomb, Wedge, Rainbow Mountain, and others nearby, is spectacular. The village has 80 restaurants, spanning the full range of prices and food choices. Activities in June include skiing, hiking, mountain biking, golf, river rafting.

KR2004 Location

The KR2004will be held at the Westin Whistler Resort & Spa. Please see our Accommodation page for reservation information.

Transportation to KR2004

The Whister Village map in PDF form can be downloaded the following address. The Westin Resort & Spa is#5 while the Crystal Lodge is #14:
http://www.mywhistler.com/resources/maps/pdf/whistler_village_map.pdf

How to get to KR2004 by bus from Vancouver Airport (YVR):

• Discounted fares have been negotiated for ICAPS/KR/NMR/DL attendees traveling between Vancouver Airport and Whistler hotels. The delegate rate for Perimeter's Whistler Express, a scheduled luxury motorcoach, is CAN$56.00 plus tax, one way.
• You can book with and pay directly to Perimeter at the Conference Delegation Reservation or download the registration form (*.doc format) and fax it to them.
• The bus makes stops at all major hotels, including the Westin Resort & Spa and The Crystal Lodge.

How to get to KR2004 by car from Vancouver Airport (YVR):

1. Drive east out of the airport on Grant McConachie Way.
2. Follow the Hwy 99 North signs over the Arthur Lang Bridge onto Granville Street.
3. Follow Granville Street north crossing the Granville Street Bridge.
4. Shift to the far right lane of the bridge and take the Seymour Street exit.
5. Follow Seymour Street north until Georgia Street.
6. Turn left onto Georgia Street.
7. Georgia Street takes you through Vancouver's lovely downtown core heading west, through Stanley Park and over the majestic Lions Gate bridge.
8. Exit the bridge on the Marine Drive West turnoff.
9. Shift to the far right lane once on Marine Drive.
10. Take the first right onto Taylor Way.
11. Travel up the hill and turn left onto Highway 1.
12. Follow the signs and take Exit 2 (just before the ferry terminal) to Whistler Hwy 99.
13. Enjoy what is touted as one of the best scenic drives in North America.
14. Once you reach Whistler, turn right at the 5th set of lights, Village Gate Blvd. Turn right at the next set of lights and immediately right again. Stay right on Whistler Way.
15. To get to the Westin Resort & Spa: Stay on Whistler Way; the hotel will be on your left side.
16. To get to the Crystal Lodge: Follow the Whistler Way road around and take the first left into Village Green, and the Crystal Lodge will be directly in front.