PEAK 2 PEAK Gondola

PEAK 2 PEAK

Whistler Blackcomb, a mountain resort already renowned for daring innovation, introduces it's boldest move yet; the PEAK 2 PEAK Gondola, on December 12, 2008. The two mountains are united by a gondola that sets world records for length and height while providing an unmatched experience for winter and summer resort guests.

The PEAK 2 PEAK Gondola travels 4.4 kilometres in just 11 minutes, transporting winter and summer guests from Whistler’s Roundhouse Lodge to the Rendezvous Lodge on Blackcomb Mountain, giving them unprecedented access to both mountains’ expansive and unique high alpine terrain and spectacular vistas.

Skiers and riders have the opportunity to easily take advantage of 8,171 acres of terrain encompassed by both incredible mountains, via the world's longest continuous lift system. Moving freely between the high alpine areas of both mountains skiers and riders will spend more of their day in the best weather and snow conditions. The adventure for summer visitors includes spectacular views of glaciers and peaks as well as access to an expanded hiking trail network on both mountains.

Grab a Trail Map and view this itinerary to find out how you can use the PEAK 2 PEAK Gondola to make the most of your day: PDF download

For more information visit whistlerblackcomb.com/peak2peak

Story Ideas

Below is a list of story ideas photos and additional tools. Please visit the following FTP site to download the assets within each story idea folder:

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TECHNICAL

The PEAK 2 PEAK Gondola breaks three world records.
Find out the technical information

Folder Name: “TECHNICAL”

Assets Available:

Facts and Stats
Technical Q&A
Technical drawings
Construction Milestone Releases
Photos: construction and current winter
Video: see footage directory

THE VISION

In the late ‘90s, Hugh Smythe of Intrawest and Paul Matthews of EcoSign Mountain Resort Planners were visiting Zermatt and had a vision: to link Whistler and Blackcomb mountains. Eleven years later, it’s become a reality.

Folder Name: “VISION”

Assets Available:

Biography for Hugh Smythe, Senior VP Mountain Resorts, Intrawest
The Experience
Photos: construction
Video: see footage directory

BEHIND THE SCENES

Meet some of the key players who contributed to the vision and construction of the PEAK 2 PEAK Gondola.

Folder Name: “BEHIND THE SCENES”

Assets Available:

Biographies of key players
Construction Photos
Video: see footage directory

A CANADIAN TOURISM ICON

In October, a Whistler Blackcomb team embarked on a Cross-Canada PEAK 2 PEAK Gondola Tour. The PEAK 2 PEAK has now claimed its rightful place as Canada’s newest tourism icon.

Folder Name: “TOURISM ICON”

Assets Available:

Press Release
Tourism icon fact sheet
Video and photos: Cross-Canada PEAK 2 PEAK Gondola Tour

SAFETY

How safe is the PEAK 2 PEAK Gondola? Explore the safety aspects of this lift.

Folder Name: “SAFETY”

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Safety Q&A

PARK 2 PARK

For the first time ever, the PEAK 2 PEAK Gondola will enable terrain park enthusiasts to travel from park gate to park gate in just 11 minutes, bringing them unprecedented access to all five Nintendo Terrain Parks and Superipe.

Folder Name: “TERRAIN PARKS"

Assets Available:

What’s New in Terrain Parks
Nintendo Terrain Parks Facts and Stats
Photos – terrain park
PARK 2 PARK Journey

ENVIRONMENT

For a lift of its size, the overall footprint of PEAK 2 PEAK is very small and is comparable to a typical detachable quad placement on Whistler Blackcomb. Find out what the project’s footprint was and learn what other environmental initiatives the company is undertaking.

Folder Name: “ENVIRONMENT”

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Bio and headshot of Arthur DeJong, Mtn. Planning and Environmental Resource Manager
Environment Q&A
Additional Environment facts and stats
Fitzsimmons Hydro Project Release
Photo - Conceptual drawing of Fitzsimmons Hydro Project

TASTE THE GOLD

Hit the Olympic Downhill courses and other Olympic-themed spots at WB and taste the Olympic glory.

Folder Name: “OLYMPIC”

Assets Available:

Course maps
Whistler Blackcomb Olympic fact sheet
Olympic-themed P2P itinerary for skiers and riders
400-word Olympic write-up

PEAK 2 PEAK FOR FAMILIES

Families can travel from the Family Zone on Whistler to the Magic Castle and Tube park on Blackcomb via the PEAK 2 PEAK Gondola. Meanwhile, sightseers of all ages are also welcome aboard to experience the fantastic alpine vistas.

Folder Name: “FAMILY”

Assets Available:

Family friendly activities document
Family-themed mountain itinerary – refer to P2P Itinerary PDF
List of mountaintop restaurants
Highlight that P2P is available for all family members, including sightseers
Photos: Family Zone, Ski and Snowboard School programs, Tube Park and family apres

MOUNTAINTOP DINING

The PEAK 2 PEAK is your vehicle, taking you to all of the best mountain-top dining spots on Whistler and Blackcomb.

Folder Name: “MOUNTAINTOP DINING"

Assets Available:

List of mountaintop restaurants
P2P for Foodies
Steeps Menu
What’s New info
Photos – Crystal Hut, Roundhouse, GLC, Dusty’s Bar and BBQ, Merlin’s.

A YEAR ROUND EXPERIENCE

In the winter, the PEAK 2 PEAK Gondola will revolutionize the skiing, riding and sightseeing experience. In the summer months, sightseers will be able to enjoy 360 degree vistas of Garibaldi Provincial Park, and more than 60km of alpine hiking trails on both mountains.

Folder Name: “YEAR ROUND”

Assets Available:

Photo and Biography of Arthur DeJong
A-Z Summer Activities
Year-Round Experience Flat Sheet
Photos: artist’s rendering of summer PEAK 2 PEAK, hiking and mountain biking photos
Video: summer b-roll is available

RIDE OF THEIR LIFE CONTEST WINNERS

20 locals were nominated by their community to ride the first PEAK 2 PEAK Gondola cabin from Blackcomb Mountain. Find out their compelling stories.

Folder Name: “RIDE OF THEIR LIFE”

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