WestJet Air packages & Info

 

WestJet Air inclusive packages & Info

WestJet / 5 nights & 4 days Canadian package

 5 Night 4 Days / Canadian destinations
WestJet 5 Night, Lift, Lodging and Air from $593 pp!

Escape the hustle and bustle of city life... Come experience World Class skiing, spectacular scenery and friendly service that will warm & rejuvenate your soul!

  • Fly, stay and ski from Vancouver from only $593 per person!
  • Fly, stay and ski from Victoria from only $611 per person!
  • Fly, stay and ski from Calgary from only $611 per person!
  • Fly, stay and ski from Edmonton from only $665 per person!
  • Fly, stay and ski from Winnipeg from only $755 per person!
  • Fly, stay and ski from Toronto from only $863 per person!
  • Fly, stay and ski from Ottawa from only $881 per person!
  • Fly, stay and ski from Montreal from only $881 per person!
  • Fly, stay and ski from Halifax from only $971 per person!

Sample package is based on the following:

  • 5 nights accommodation / 4 day lift pass / return airfare 
  • 2 adults / 2 children (12 and under)
  • From pricing is a 2 Bedroom apartment at Lord Aberdeen Hotel
  • Pricing based on travel dates of  Monday/Tuesday/Wednesday

Come and warm up around the bonfire in the centre of the Village beginning at 3:30pm, then head to Silver Star's Summit and Silver Queen Chairs to experience 4 km of amazing night skiing terrain available every Friday and Saturday night.

Contact us to create your custom holiday.
For more information or to book please call Silver Star Holidays at 1-800-663-4431 or email us at info@skisilverstar.com

Please quote CA/1213 at time of booking.

Ski Silver Star Free the same day you arrive with WestJet. WestJet provides non stop service to Kelowna from a variety of departure cities including Toronto, Calgary, Edmonton, Vancouver and Victoria, allowing you to fly and ski the same day you arrive. Simply present your WestJet boarding pass with photo ID at the village ticket offices to ski free the same day you arrive.

This offer is valid until April 7, 2013. Subject to availability, some restrictions apply and taxes and airline surcharges additional. Package price will vary depending on airfare at time of booking, unit type selected and arrival dates.  Package black out dates from December 20, 2012 to January 2, 2013.  Please note we can only book the above package 7 or more days prior to your arrival date.

WestJet / 7 Nights - Toronto package

Ontario
West Jet 7 Night Lift, Lodging and Air from $1035 pp!

Fly WestJet from Toronto to Kelowna return and stay and ski from only $913 per person!

Package includes return airfare with Westjet from Toronto to Kelowna, 7 nights on mountain accommodation and a 6 day full mountain lift pass for 2 adults and 2 children from only $1035 per person.

7 night and 6 day packages available from Toronto from $1035 pp

Enjoy the ease of staying in a 2 Bedroom at Lord Aberdeen Hotel, featuring outdoor hot tub, grocery store, easy access to restaurants and lounges and great ski-in and ski-out. Packages are based on 2 adults and 2 children (6 -12 yrs). Various other accommodation options also available. Please ask us for details.

Don’t forget that if you fly with WestJet, you can SKI FREE the same day you arrive at Silver Star. Simply present your same day of arrival boarding pass and photo ID to the main ticket office and you’ll be on the slopes before you know it!

For more information or to book please call Silver Star Holidays at 1-800-663-4431 or email us at info@skisilverstar.com

Please quote DA/1213 at time of booking.

WestJet packages are subject to availability, some restrictions apply, taxes and airline surcharges are additional. Price is per person based on a family of 4 (2 adults and 2 children 12 and under) in value season staying in a 2 Bedroom regular apartment at Lord Aberdeen. Package price will vary depending on airfare at time of booking, unit type selected and arrival dates. Numerous other accommodation options available, contact us today to create your custom holiday. Silver Star’s 7 night, 6 day Air Inclusive WestJet Packages include 7 nights on mountain accommodation, 6 day full mountain lift tickets plus 1 extra day free skiing on day of arrival and return WestJet airfare.  Package black out dates from December 20, 2012 to January 2, 2013.  Please note we can only book the above package 7 or more days prior to your arrival date.

WestJet / Canadian connections info

5 Nights, 4 Day Air Inclusive Packages with WestJet from $593pp
+ SKI FREE On Day of Arrival with Your Boarding Pass!

Leave reality behind when you escape to our winter wonderland. With our wide variety of terrain, events & activities for the kiddies and adults alike, everyone will be smiling!

Calgary from $611 pp
Ski FREE your same day of arrival, fly from Calgary on Friday at 8:15am on Flight #: WS883 and arrive at 8:16am with the time change in Kelowna.  Not traveling on Friday… then we recommend departing Calgary at 10:30am on Flight #: WS257 arriving in Kelowna at 10:30am.  With our short one hour shuttle, you will be on the slopes by lunch time. With WestJet, your same day boarding pass can be exchanged for a FREE lift ticket that is good for the rest of the day.

*Flight Schedules quoted as of July 4, 2012 and subject to change without notice.

Edmonton from $665 pp
With numerous WestJet flights to choose from you can easily take advantage of Skiing for FREE your same day of arrival! Fly from Edmonton on Flight #: WS617 at 7:00am arriving by 7:12am in Kelowna and be on the slopes skiing FREE in the morning. Too early for you…ask us for other flights that leave Edmonton that will have you skiing the slopes of Silver Star FREE for the afternoon.

*Flight Schedules quoted as of July 4, 2012 and subject to change without notice.

Halifax from $971 pp
Who would have thought you could fly from Halifax and be skiing in BC FREE the same day? Well you can with WestJet and Silver Star, fly from Halifax on Flight #: WS229/257 departing at 7:00am and arrive in Kelowna at 10:30am with plenty of time to ski FREE the rest of your day.

*Flight Schedules quoted as of July 4, 2012 and subject to change without notice.

Hamilton from $863 pp
Fly from Hamilton via Calgary on Flight #: WS551/257 at 7:00am to arrive in Kelowna at 10:31am with our time change and be on the slopes by lunch. Show your same day boarding pass at any of the ticket windows and ski FREE the rest of the day!

*Flight Schedules quoted as of July 4, 2012 and subject to change without notice.

London from $863 pp
Fly from London via Calgary on Flight #: WS567/257 at 7:00am to arrive in Kelowna at 10:31am and be on the slopes in the dry Champagne Powder by lunch, just show your same day WestJet boarding pass at any of our ticket windows.

*Flight Schedules quoted as of July 4, 2012 and subject to change without notice.

Moncton from $971 pp
Fly from Moncton on Flight #: WS659/183 via Calgary at 6:15am and arrive at 4:46pm with plenty of time to rest up for the fresh Powder the next day. Flights leave Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday so contact one of our friendly travel specialists to book your fun-filled vacation.

*Flight Schedules quoted as of July 4, 2012 and subject to change without notice.

Montreal from $881 pp
Fly from Montreal on Flight #: WS257 at 7:15am to arrive in Kelowna at 10:31am giving you plenty of time to get on the slopes and enjoy our dry Champagne powder for FREE by showing your same day WestJet boarding pass at any of the ticket windows.

*Flight Schedules quoted as of July 4, 2012 and subject to change without notice.

Ottawa from $881 pp
Fly from Ottawa on Flight #: WS407/257 departing at 7:00am to arrive in Kelowna at 10:31am giving you plenty of time to get on the slopes and enjoy our dry Champagne powder for FREE by showing your same day WestJet boarding pass at any of the ticket windows.

*Flight Schedules quoted as of July 4, 2012 and subject to change without notice.

Regina from $719 pp
Fly from Regina on Flight #: WS547/257 via Calgary at 6:55am and arrive in Kelowna at or 10:31am. Looking for a long weekend? Why not take Flight #: WS547/883 via Calgary at 6:55am Friday morning Flight that gets you to Kelowna at 8:16am, giving you even more free skiing on Fridays. Show your boarding pass at the ticket window to Ski FREE for the rest of the day.

*Flight Schedules quoted as of July 4, 2012 and subject to change without notice.

St. John's from $1079 pp
Fly from St. John's on Flight #: WS425/183 via Calgary depart at 6:00am and arrive at 4:46pm with plenty of time to rest up for the fresh Powder the next day. Flights leave Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday so contact our travel specialists to book your vacation today.

*Flight Schedules quoted as of July 4, 2012 and subject to change without notice.

Saskatoon from $719 pp
Fly from Saskatoon, depart on Flight #: WS209/257 via Calgary at 7:00am to arrive in Kelowna at 10:31am and be on the slopes the same day by simply showing your WestJet boarding pass at any of the ticket windows. Flights leave Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday AND you can also leave on Flight #: WS209/883 via Calgary at 7:00am on Fridays and arrive earlier at 8:16am and ski FREE the same day of arrival.

*Flight Schedules quoted as of July 4, 2012 and subject to change without notice..

Toronto from $863 pp
A couple of really good options from Toronto, you can either fly on WestJet Flight#: WS653/257 departing at 7:00am going through Calgary and arriving in Kelowna at 10:31am. That will have you on the slopes by noon and skiing FREE by presenting your same day WestJet boarding pass at the ticket window. If you prefer a non-stop flight or can't depart in the morning, take WestJet flight#: WS355 departing at 6:45pm, arriving in Kelowna at 8:27pm, and remember; it's only a one hour shuttle to the mountain, so you’ll be well rested for the morning Powder. There are also lots of other options if these don't work for you, just contact our friendly travel specialist with your travel time preference.

*Flight Schedules quoted as of July 4, 2012 and subject to change without notice.

Vancouver from $593 pp
Fly Non-Stop from Vancouver on Flight#: WS454 at 8:45am to arrive in Kelowna at 9:36am and be skiing FREE the entire day! It's only a one hour shuttle ride to the mountain, just present your same day WestJet boarding pass at any of the ticket windows and you'll be out on the slopes in no time. There are numerous flights to choose from if these don't work for you, just contact our friendly travel specialist with your travel time preference.

*Flight Schedules quoted as of July 4, 2012 and subject to change without notice.

Victoria from $611 pp
Fly Non-Stop from Victoria on flight#: WS612 at 9:25am to arrive in Kelowna at 10:23am and be skiing FREE the same day! It's only a one hour shuttle ride to the mountain, exchange your same day WestJet boarding pass at any of the ticket windows and you will taste our dry Okanagan Champagne Powder FREE for the rest of the day. There are also additional flights to choose from if these don't work for you, just contact our friendly travel specialist with your travel time preference.

*Flight Schedules quoted as of July 4, 2012 and subject to change without notice.

Winnipeg from $755 pp
Fly from Winnipeg on WestJet flight#: WS395/257 via Calgary at 6:30am and arrives in Kelowna at 10:31am, as it is only an hour shuttle ride to the mountain, we can get you out on the Okanagan's dry Champagne powder for fresh tracks. This flight is available; 7 days a week.  You can also leave on the direct Flight #: W399 at 6:00am on Fridays and arrive earlier at 7:51am and ski FREE the same day of arrival. There are also lots of other options if these don't work for you, just contact our friendly travel specialist with your travel time preference.

*Flight Schedules quoted as of July 4, 2012 and subject to change without notice.

 

*All WestJet packages listed above are based on the 5 nights & 4 days Canadian packages.

 Sample package is based on the following:

  •  5 nights’ accommodation / 4 day lift pass / return airfare
  •  2 adults / 2 children (12 and under)
  •  rom pricing is a 2 Bedroom apartment at Lord Aberdeen Hotel
  •  Pricing based on travel dates of Monday/Tuesday/Wednesday

This offer is valid until April 7, 2013. Subject to availability, some restrictions apply and taxes and airline surcharges additional. Package price will vary depending on airfare at time of booking, unit type selected and arrival dates.  Package black out dates from December 20, 2012 to January 2, 2013.  Please note we can only book the above package 7 or more days prior to your arrival date.

Why Us?

‘Why Silver Star?’ We offer the ultimate Canadian winter experience with superb ski-in ski-out accommodation and 7 meters of 100% natural snow each winter. Our variety of terrain featuring 115 marked trails, a progressive park and the renowned backside, make Silver Star the ideal destination for everyone, from beginners to adrenalin junkies. When the lifts close, there are loads of family events and activities for all ages, plus an array of restaurants and bars to choose from.

Dry champagne powder and stunning terrain

Explore 3,065 acres (1,240 hectares) of varied terrain serviced by 12 lifts. Skiers of all levels love the perfectly groomed runs and wide open spaces of Vance Creek. But, if you want to be challenged, jump on the high speed Powder Gulch Quad and access the double black diamonds and steep chutes on the back side.

ROCKSTAR Park is the most progressive terrain park in BC. It’s a winter playground for skiers of all levels with plenty of small and big jumps and a huge selection of features to master your tricks on.

Each night, our award winning grooming team delivers immaculately groomed runs. Nightly winch-cat grooming on the back side, creates steep fall line cruising that will leave you breathless.

When the sun goes down the lights come on at Silver Star. Every Friday and Saturday night, we provide 4 km’s of groomed and lit trails for night skiing accessed by the Summit and Silver Queen Chairs. For more on night skiing click here.

Easiest 15%
Intermediate 40%
Difficult 35%
Extreme 10%
 

Meticulously groomed trails and stunning views combined

Each year, early in November, 105 km of trails at Silver Star and Sovereign Lake Nordic Centre come alive with nordic enthusiasts from around the world. Our trails are guaranteed to keep even the most avid nordic skier occupied for the whole season.

Silver Star has been dubbed as the best early snow destination anywhere. With consistent early snow, meticulous grooming, excellent facilities, and ski in ski out accommodation, it’s no wonder the Canadian and USA National Cross Country and Biathlon Teams have selected Silver Star as their early season training centre.

Family Time

We're for families

Your family will fall in love with Silver Star’s warm hospitality and fairytale village -  where service and friendliness are as honored as the values of a time gone by. It’s the size of your smile that counts at Silver Star.

From daily events and activities like “Family Games Night” and “Carnival Night” complete with special guest appearances from our famous Mascots, to our unique kid friendly ski runs like ‘peanut trail’ and enless activities including horse drawn sleigh rides, snow cat dinner tours, snowshoeing, snowmobiling and mini snowmobiles!

Enjoy our champagne powder, world class grooming and friendly atmosphere in a true winter wonderland. Silver Star is blessed with a variety of terrain to satisfy everyone from cruisy groomers to the steep and deep of our famous ‘backside’.

Our Star Kids center is renowned for keeping your little ones happy with programs designed especially around their needs and ages – a guaranteed way to have them in your ear “Please just one more day mom”.

TELUS Park is guaranteed to keep your teens testing their skills and learning as they go for days on end in a safe and progressive terrain park environment. From there it’s movie night or straight to the private hot tub in your condo, while you enjoy your pre-ordered and delivered grocery service complete with a well deserved glass of wine – Or perhaps our Guest Services team have arranged a babysitter and dinner reservations at the Silver Grill for some ‘mom and dad time’ - After all it’s tough keeping everyone happy… right?

BEATON FAMILY (pictured above)
February 11th, 2011
What's not to love?
Dry silky powder, cruisey groomed to steep and deep double blacks,
awesome terrain parks (where our kids love to hang),
a family friendly winter wonderland,
intimate, kiddie-safe, it has it all,
that's why we'll be back!

"Mark, Brigitte, Isabelle and Charles Beaton of Jindabyne"

FAQ

How do I get to Silver Star?

It's so easy to get to Silver Star, located in the beautiful Okanagan Valley, 22 km (12 miles) northeast of Vernon in BC, Canada. See our location map here. If you're driving, click here for maps. Getting to Silver Star is easy. If you're flying, we're the closest ski resort to Kelowna International airport. Click here for more info on flying.

Where can I get trail and village maps?

We have all our maps on our website - just click here

Do you have night skiing?

We do! On most Friday and Saturday nights during the winter season. Click here for more info

What temperatures can we expect? 


Our average temperature is -5 celsius although it can get down to -20 celsius.

What size are the group lessons? 


Our maximum for group lessons is 8, although the average group size is 5.

Is there public Internet access?

You can check your webmail, the stock reports, the forecast, and anything else from the public Internet stations at Bean to Cup Café and the lobby of The Bulldog Hotel. Wi-Fi is also available at The Saloon and Bean to Cup Café.

Where are the ATMs located?

ATM machines are located in the lobby of the Vance Creek Hotel, the lobby the Lord Aberdeen Hotel, the lobby of The Bulldog Hotel, the Town Hall Cafeteria and in The Saloon.

We are traveling a long distance, can we hire ski clothes instead of bringing ours? 


Yes, we do rent outerwear at Ski Dazzle, their phone number is (250) 558-6010. for other rental equipment including skis, boots, poles, snowshoe's, nordic gear, helmuts and more click here

Are there places to eat on the mountain

Yes! We have many different restaurnats, bars and cafe's to choose from. For a complete list click here

Beyond Skiing


The perfect way to become more intimate with the mountain


Meticulously groomed trails and stunning views


A favorite pastime for winter enthusiasts


Fun for all ages!


Your dream day awaits


Take a magical tour along Silver Star’s pristine wilderness trails


Experience the magic of Brewer’s Pond


Silver Star's Mini Sleds are perfect for your young ones!


Experience the Silver Star back country like never before


We supply BIG inner tube sleds with safety handles, you supply the camera


Canada's highest altitude art gallery


For some 'you' time


Enjoy the boardwalk and shops of our quaint village


Strengthen, Unwind, Relax

 

Photos

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my1pass

We are pleased to announce the return of our My1Pass for the 2013/14 season, Canada's first all-inclusive season pass and lift ticket.

In addition to unlimited skiing and snowboarding on more than 3065 acres of incredible terrain, all purchased Silver Star alpine lift tickets now include FREE upgrades allowing unlimited access to…

  • FREE Nordic trail pass,
  • FREE Snowshoeing trail pass
  • FREE Tubing pass 
  • FREE Ice skating pass

The Fine Print: Unlimited access to Silver Star snowshoeing trails, Nordic trails, Tube Town Adventure Park and Brewer’s Pond skating rink are included in all 2013/14 alpine season passes and all regular single day and multi-day alpine lift tickets. Regular Nordic day tickets and Nordic season passes do NOT include any free upgrades.Passes are non-transferrable and non-refundable (without the purchase of optional insurance with the refundable pass option). Season passes must be paid in full before using facilities

Facts

Village Elevation

Village 1,609 m (5,280 ft)

Accommodation

5.600 pillows

Restaurants and Bars

13 Restaurants

Location

22 km (14 miles) from Vernon to Silver Star
65 km (40 miles) from Kelowna Airport to Silver Star

Winter Season

2011/12: November 24 2011 to April 8 2012
Average: Late November to early April

Mountain Bike Park

June 2013 to September 2013

Winter Hours of Operation:

Day skiing: 8:30 am to 3:30 pm 7 days a week
Night skiing: 3:30 pm to 8:30 pm Friday and Saturday December 16th to March 31st

Elevation

Top 1,915 m (6,280 ft)
Bottom 1,155 m (3,780 ft)

Vertical Drop

Vertical Drop 760 m (2,500 ft)

Annual Snowfall

700 cm+ / 23 ft +

Average Temperature

Average winter daytime temperature -5 °C (23 F)

Ski and Weather Conditions

Snow Report

Online Mountain Forecast

Current Weather Conditions

Skiable Area

3,065 Skiable Acres (1,240 hectares)

 

12 Lifts

Length of Lift
Metres (Feet)
Vertical of Lift
Metres (Feet)
Comet 6 Pack Express 1,568 5,143 475 1,560
Powder Gulch Detachable Quad Express 1,840 6,035 582 1,910
Silver Queen Fixed Grip Quad Chair 286 938 75 246
Silver Woods Detachable Quad Express 1,200 3,936 325 1,066
Summit Fixed Double Chair 1,000 3,280 292 958
Alpine Meadows Fixed Grip Quad Chair 750 2,460 226 742
Home Run T-Bar 230 754 48 160
Discovery Carpet 340 1,115 91 300
Star Kids 1 80 262 24 80
Star Kids 2 180 590 54 180
Tube Town Lift, 2 Tube Lifts        

 

Total Uphill Capacity

14,000 people per hour

Trails

115 marked trails totaling 93km (58 miles)

Terrain Type

15% Easiest
40% More Difficult
35% Most Difficult
10% Extreme

Longest Run

Longest Run is Eldorado 8 km (5 miles)

Rockstar Terrain Park

Beginner, intermediate and advanced lanes with rails and jumps
Course that can be tuned for regional, national, and World Cup events

Nordic

100 km (60 miles) of trails including Sovereign Lakes

4 km lit track for night skiingLift access to upper trails
2 certified biathlon ranges

Night Skiing

3:30 pm to 8:30 pm Friday and Saturday, December 16th to March 31st
4 km’s of lit trails accessed by the Summit and Silver Queen Chairs                 
4 km’s of lit Nordic trails 7 night a week