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Q-Ball - Sat., Sept. 19th
PRIDE House
Book Early & Save 1.866.787.1966
Host Hotel: Hitlon Whistler Resort & Spa
TRAVEL Notes
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Please join Qmunity at the inaugural Q Ball as they make history
with the launch of the first ever Canadian LGBT Hall of Fame - "Q Hall of Fame"
Q Ball - Sept. 19, 2009 Westin Bayshore, Vancouver 
 
Saturday Sept. 19th 7.30-10.30 pm
Westin Bayshore Resort & Marina Vancouver

Reception at 7:30pm
Gala at 9:00pm
 
2009 Inductees:
 
Rt. Hon. Pierre Eliott Trudeau
Mark Tewksbury
Janine Fuller
ted northe
Rober Kaiser

Tickets for Q-Ball are available through Qmunity (contact Jennifer Breakspear) and the Robson and Denman branch of CIBC or book online.
 
Tickets:  $150.00
Book On Line Now
Qmunity - BC's Queer Resource Centre

PRIDE House Logo for 2010
PRIDE House Logo

PRIDE House Logo was revealed last week as we march closer in welcoming the world to the 2010 Olympic & Paralympic Winter Games.  Over the next several months we will share with you updates on what is happening with PRIDE House.  For more information on the Logo please click here.
 
PRIDE House open Feb. 8 - Mar. 21 located at Pan Pacific Village Centre in the heart of Whistler's Olympic Village. 
 


 
Book Early and Save all Season Long 
Lowest Rates Of The Season. Guaranteed 
As the Official Alpine Skiing Venue for the 2010 Winter Olympic Games, Whistler Blackcomb is set to host the world. And for a limited time, you can be part of it all with our best early booking offer ever.

Lowest Rates Of The Season. Guaranteed.
We want you to feel confident that you're getting the best deal of the ski season. So we've decided to guarantee when you purchase your Book Early & Save Package before November 15, you'll receive the best deal of the season. Lock in at these low rates and if the price drops for the equivalent package during the winter season, we'll match it. Guaranteed. Terms and Conditions

Book Early & Save
The sooner you plan your Whistler Blackcomb vacation, the better deal you'll get. It's simple- book before November 15, 2009 and SAVE UP TO 39% on dates throughout the season.  Click here to read more!
 
- Booking early also means you can pick the dates and room type you want.
- Enjoy the peace of mind that comes with our "Book Early & Save Price Guarantee."
- We're setting the record straight when it comes to THE TRUTH ABOUT 2010. The truth is, there will never be a better time to visit Whistler Blackcomb than in 2009.10. Find out why
 
OFFICIAL CENTRAL RESERVATIONS CALL TOLL FREE 1.866.787.1966

TIP: In the "Estimated Time of Arrival" Type in "WinterPRIDE" to help identify your reservation!
Book Early & Save Starting at $88/person/night
OFFICIAL HOST HOTEL:
Hilton Whistler Resort & SpaHilton Whistler Resort & Spa Logo 
New this year is our official Host Hotel:  The Hilton Whistler Resort & Spa.  Here you will experience luxury and serenity at the foot of both Whistler & Blackcomb Mountains making this the ideal location for WinterPRIDE.  The four diamond resort property, with the largest standard guestrooms in the main village, will give you amble space to host your pre-après parties or the elbow room to sort out your outfits before heading out.  The Hilton recently underwent a 52-Million dollar renovation just in time for the Olympics and is ready to pamper you all season long! Approximate Distance to Lifts: Less than 5 minute walk
 
WinterPRIDE Registration & Hospitality will be headquartered at the Hilton this year as well as some of our Apres events. 

Call 1.866.787.1966 and book early and save!

Hilton Whistler Resort & Spa - Glacier One Bedroom Suite



WinterPRIDE Update: 
Tickets are scheduled to go on sale September 30th announcing some of our headline talent!  We are really excited with who is coming and we think you will be as well!  New this season you will have the ticket centre and hospitality suite at the host hotel:  Hilton Whistler Resort & Spa.  We have several après ski events at the award winning - GLC, making a splash this year with the return of the Pool Party and the Snowball moves to the Top of Whistler Mountain for one incredible experience!  Watch for more details to come!
GW-102 WinterPRIDE Newsletter (Sept 15/09)
Greetings from Whistler, ! 
 
We have had a very busy summer season meeting so many wonderful people from around the world and are truly excited to see most of you back for our exciting 2010 celebrations.

In the next couple weeks we should have  most of our entertainment signed and tickets on sale by Sept. 30th.  Working closely with our resort partners to give you one of the best mountain experiences as we bath in the afterglow of the 2010 Olympics.  I can already feel the energy and excitement!  Can you?  Remember to call 1.866.787.1966 our official central reservations to book early and save.  Our official host hotel:  The Hilton Whistler Resort & Spa has some incredible savings if you book early.
 
Upcoming Events:
Sept. 19Q Ball at the Westin Bayshore (Vancouver)
Sept. 20Scotiabank AIDS Walk for Life Vancouver
Oct. 9-12: WhistlerBlackcomb's annual Turkey Sale - get all your gear for the season at ridiculous savings!
Oct. 24: VPS Annual AGM
Nov. 12-15: Whistler Cornucopia
Nov. 26: Official Opening Day of Whistler Mountain!!
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Travel Special Note: 
Western Hemisphere Travel Initiative (WHTI)
As of June 1st both US & Canadian Travelers crossing the US/Canada Border will require a passport, NEXUS card, or province/state-issued Enhanced Driver's License to cross.
 
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Save with Air Canada in 2010 use the  Air Canada promotion code: 6ZN8X8D1
This promotion code can be used at http://www.aircanada.com 
Valid for YVR - Vancouver Int'l Airport for Travel between Feb. 21 - Mar. 21 
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Reminder to mark your calenders for March 1-8, 2010 right after the Olympics is the new time slot for WinterPRIDE!  Remember to book early and save and with Price Guarantee you can reserve what you want, when you want with the comfort of knowing you will always have the best price!  Call 1866.787.1966 or book on line today.  Make sure you remind the reservation agent you are with WinterPRIDE all season long!  Visit often as this is going to be one incredible season.
 
Cheers,

Dean + Ken
Alpenglow Productions/GayWhistler