:: Star Power:
Brad Pitt, Susan Sarandon, Tim Robbins, Reese Witherspoon and Ryan Phillipe, the cast of the X-Files (Before relocating to Los Angeles) and just about anyone shooting a film or TV project in nearby Vancouver.

:: Ski Duds:
Euro Style.

:: Cool Appeal:
Fast becoming one of the highest rated ski resorts, twin peaked Whistler-Blackcomb (AKA, "The King of Canada") sits just 75 miles north of Vancouver. With it's incredible annual snowfall of 30 feet and runs on both mountains for all levels of skiing, locals love it and so do visitors from North America.

:: Mountain Specs:
Experts crave Blackcomb for it's abundance in black diamond runs. Boarders are welcome (they're all over both mountains)

:: Hot Spots:
The view from the Whistler Gondola at 6100 feet. The Keg at the Mountain for seafood and steaks. Try the Milk Bath at the Avello Spa and Health Club. When in the village, visit the Longhorn Saloon and Citrus Bistro.

:: Posh lodgings:
Château Whistler (Rates Start at $100 a night) Pan Pacific Lodge has fireplaces and great mountain views. (Rates begin at $189 night) Ask about the one-night "Marriage on the Rocks" package ($150).

For more info, check out: Whistler-Blackcomb.