For January 2025, Vancouver will continue to be a major hub for various types of travel, with a mix of exciting new trends, outdoor adventures, cultural highlights, and eco-conscious initiatives. Here are some general trends, locations, and ideas for upcoming destinations in and around Vancouver in the new year:
1. Winter Adventure Tourism
Whistler Blackcomb: One of the world's largest and most renowned ski resorts, Whistler will remain a key destination for winter sports in 2025. Expect new ski runs, enhanced après-ski experiences, and growing interest in snowboarding and off-piste activities. For those seeking an alternative to downhill skiing, activities like snowshoeing and snowmobiling are also popular.
Grouse Mountain: Just a short drive from downtown Vancouver, Grouse Mountain offers skiing, snowboarding, and the iconic Grouse Grind trail, which transforms into a snowy challenge in winter. The mountain will likely have updated winter packages and possibly new winter sports offerings.
Cypress Mountain & Mount Seymour: Both of these ski resorts in Metro Vancouver offer winter sports in a less crowded, more affordable setting compared to Whistler.