The year is 1984. I am seven years old and clutching a pillow case. I have way too much make-up on and the sweat beading on my forehead has started to make it run. Feverishly I scan the row of houses to see if any lights are still on. There! Four houses down and on the right, I spot them – burning yellow eyes. I run.

Whistler's scenic surroundings make it a top wedding destination but for every wedding there is a bachelor/bachelorette party and with no shortage of outdoor excitement (or pubs and clubs) Whistler is BC's top pre-marriage getaway spot.