Fairmont Launches "Sea To Sky Experience" Connecting Victoria and Whistler

Fairmont Empress and Fairmont Chateau Whistler invite guests to experience British Columbia from sea to summit with the launch of the Sea to Sky Experience, a curated luxury journey connecting the province's iconic coast and alpine landscapes. The debut comes as both landmark hotels earn top honours in Travel + Leisure’s 2026 World’s Best Awards, each recognized as the best in its respective category.

Fairmont Empress has been recognized as Canada’s #1 City Hotel and Fairmont Chateau Whistler has earned the title of Canada’s #1 Resort. The dual recognition places two of Fairmont’s Canadian properties at the forefront of world-class travel, celebrating their accommodations and service excellence in two of British Columbia’s most beautiful settings.

Set on Victoria’s iconic Inner Harbour, Fairmont Empress is a where storied heritage meets contemporary refinement. From its renowned Tea at the Empress, lush gardens, proximity to galleries and coastal adventures, the hotel offers an incomparable introduction to Vancouver Island. At the base of Blackcomb Mountain, Fairmont Chateau Whistler delivers a distinctive alpine escape with world-class adventure, wellness, dining, and year-round recreation.

The Sea to Sky Experience connects these two celebrated destinations in a single itinerary. Guests begin their journey in Victoria before boarding a Harbour Air flight, taking in sweeping views of the province’s coastline, islands, forests and mountain ranges en route to Green Lake in Whistler, via private charter or scheduled service from May to September. From there, Fairmont Chateau Whistler welcomes guests to a refined mountain retreat, with exceptional dining, restorative wellness and effortless access to the region’s celebrated outdoor pursuits.

Whether enjoyed as a celebratory escape, a bucket-list Canadian holiday or an elevated long-weekend adventure, the Sea to Sky Experience brings together:

• A stay at Fairmont Empress, Canada’s #1 City Hotel
• A stay at Fairmont Chateau Whistler, Canada’s #1 Resort
• A breathtaking Harbour Air flight between Victoria and Whistler
• Personalized itinerary planning and booking assistance through Entrée Canada
• Luxury ground transportation in an Escalade IQ as part of Fairmont Canada’s exclusive vehicle partnership with Cadillac
• Access to British Columbia’s coastal, culinary, cultural, wellness and outdoor experiences

For more information or to book the journey contact Entrée Canada, who is recognized by Travel + Leisure as an A-List Travel Advisor: https://entreedestinations.com/canada-trips/best-in-canada.

Reservations can also be made directly by visiting Fairmont Empress and Fairmont Chateau Whistler.