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Joan Wolf

Tips to be the best holiday host

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The holidays are a time for family get togethers and christmas parties, and I bet you have wondered about how to “sleigh” the hosting gig you’ve been assigned this year. Whether it’s simply hosting your close family, or all of your extended family and then some, here are some simple tips to make you the best host and keep your sanity!

1. Get your home holiday ready! You don’t have to go buy any extravagant decorations, just by simply putting on some holiday music, and lighting some candles, you can create a welcoming holiday ambiance for your guests. EXTRA TIP: Make a long holiday playlist so you aren’t shuffling CDs or searching YouTube for holiday songs.

2. Prepare ahead of time as much as you can. The more time you spend preparing while your guests are in the other room, the less time for socializing and showing off your hosting skills. Chop your veggies, create your salads, and bake those cookies prior to your guests arriving. EXTRA TIP: Now may not be the best time to try that new recipe you’ve been debating.

3.Have some activities. This one is huge, especially if your home will be filled with excited children. Have a coloring station, game center, or set up a dance floor away from the main area. The kids can use their energy with fun and games and be hungry and settled once it’s time to eat. EXTRA TIP: Have a craft center and have each kid make their parents a special Christmas craft. Kids stay busy and parents get a keepsake.

 

Santa’s coming to Big White!

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The big guy decided to spend some time at Big White to get in the Christmas mood!

With the help of some of his elves, he is hosting workshops from December 21 – December 24th where you can make an ornament to hang on your christmas tree! This is the perfect chance to meet Santa and get a FREE family photo!!

For more information on the workshops please click here

And Santa has to eat right? How about joining him for breakfast on December 24th? Breakfast will be served as a buffet in the Moose Lounge from 8:00am-10:00am. Breakfast includes everything from pasties, maple bacon and even a Kid’s pancake bar.

Check out the event here

If you want to see Santa one last time before he heads off to deliver toys, he is making an appearance at the Big White Christmas Eve Festival on December 24th from 4:30pm-7:30pm.

It’s going to be a magical night so come help us celebrate the first annual Christmas Eve Festival at Big White! The evening will be full of surprises, fun, and of course fireworks!!

For more information on this perfect Christmas Eve event click here

 

 

 

 

 

Tis the season!

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It’s that time of year again, festive get-togethers, family visits, and holiday decorating!

Here are a few tips to keep your family and home safe during the holiday season:

1. Be careful when selecting a tree. Real or fake, they both can be prone to catching fire. Ensure your real tree is consistently watered and make sure your fake tree is fire retardant.

2. If you like the ambiance of candles, try using battery operated, flame less candles. They can make the space look beautiful without posing the hazard                                                                           of actual flames.

3. Remember to never connect more than one extension cord together, it creates a chance for an electrical outlet overload which can be very dangerous!

Happy Holidays and Merry Christmas!!

 

 

 

 

Big White’s Winter Kick Off!

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Mark November 30th on your calendars! It’s Big White’s Winter Kick Off and you won’t want to miss it!

All the festivities are kicked off with the lighting of the massive bonfire in Happy Valley at 6:00pm. While staying warm, the kids can decorate something for the fridge at the craft station and at 6:45pm the entire sky will light up with a beautiful firework display!

Head to your vehicles at 7:00pm to tune into and enjoy the drive-in movie in Happy Valley Car Park. Bring your blankets and bundle up! This years movie is The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe. 

Happy Valley Day Lodge will be open with all your winter favourites on the menu!

For more information: click here

Market Moderation

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Canada Mortgage and Housing Corp. says the country’s real estate market is expected to moderate over the next two years as the growth in housing prices is expected to slow to more in line with economic fundamentals.

In its 2018 housing market outlook released today, the national housing agency projects housing starts and sales are both expected to decline in 2019 and 2020.

CMHC says it expects economic indicators like income and employment to continue to help support demand for housing starts, but these fundamentals are anticipated to slow down to a more sustainable pace.

Rising mortgage rates are also expected to affect housing demand and the resale market.

By 2020, CMHC anticipates demand will continue to shift towards relatively less expensive housing options like apartment condominiums versus higher-end single-detached homes.

“Over our forecast horizon, housing starts are projected to decline from elevated levels recorded recently. Resales should also moderate while house prices are expected to reach levels that are more in line with the fundamentals,” Bob Dugan, chief economist at the CMHC, said in a statement.

Big White Pond Hockey Tournament

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Big White has announced its first ever pond hockey tournament this December! Taking place at 1,700m this event is a great opportunity to get a team of your family or friends together for a weekend of fun!

The tournament will consist of 12 teams competing in 5-on-5 pond hockey. Each team is guaranteed three games with the winning teams moving forward into the playoffs. The tournament is open to anyone over the age of 19. Teams can have a maximum of 6 players and must have at least one male and one female player on the ice at all times (no goal tending/goalies)

The fun doesn’t stop when you get off of the ice though, join us for our opening banquet in Happy Valley on Friday night!

Additionally hockey players are offered a 20% discount on accommodation through Central Reservations.

For more information on this event click here

Where to eat at Big White

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Did you know there are over 20 restaurants to choose from at Big White? There really is something for everyone!

Start your day at Clocktower Coffee Co. Open at 7:00am daily, this is a ski-in ski-out coffee shop to grab your perfectly roasted cup of java and their Heck Ya breakfast sandwich before heading out on the slopes.

There are plenty of choices for a mid-day snack or lunch! The Ridge Rocket Cafe is fast, delicious and offers homemade soups, baked goods and burgers and fries! Conveniently located at the base of the Snowghost Express and the Ridge Rocket Express.

Voted #1 ski bar by ‘Ski Canada Magazine’ Snowshoe Sam’s is a classic at Big White. Not only does Sam’s have killer food, it also offers 20 beers on tap, pool tables, and a resident DJ every night.

Located upstairs of Snowshoe Sam’s, the Gunbarrel Grill offers a wonderful selection of locally produced food and wine, and delicious homemade desserts for the whole family.

Big White’s newest bistro is the Black Forest Day Lodge. With breathtaking panoramic views of the Monashee and Selkirk mountain ranges this bistro offers a variety of modern dishes including a kids menu and a vegan burger!

Nestled in Happy Valley Day Lodge at the bottom of Lara’s Gondola, the Kettle Valley Steakhouse is an upscale oasis of fine hospitality. Offering an extensive Okanagan wine list, organic and sustainable dishes.

Known for its excellent location in the heart of Big White Village, The Woods is offers an outdoor beer garden and has something on the menu for everyone!

For a list of restaurants at Big White, click here!

Making your Big White Rental a 10/10 for Guests

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So you’ve purchased an investment property at Big White and are jumping into the mountain’s rental market.  You may be wondering how to make your property stand out amongst the rest. Read along to find out how to score perfect reviews with your guests and have them returning again and again.

1. Create a welcoming impression

tart by leaving a welcoming treat or present for when they arrive, this will create a good starting point. Don’t keep everything hidden, leave a cozy throw on the couch, and maybe some bathroom supplies on the counter in cute jars.

2. House Manual

Ensure you have a house manual that has all the information a guest will need about your home, building, and the mountain. Don’t forget the wifi password and a event calendar for all the incredible events Big White offers.

3. Cleanliness

Always have your rental property cleaned top to bottom prior to renting it out. Some guests pay attention to how well a home is cleaned and maintained and that effects their experience. Squeegee the windows, scrub the corners, and wipe down the walls.

4. Do 1 big gesture

Do something unexpected, like leaving a gift card to a Big White restaurant, gifting the kids a souvenir Big White toque from one of the shops, or a ski or snowboard rental voucher.

Going above and beyond will with these 4 tips will ensure you receive a fantastic review from your guests and continue bringing in revenue!

 

Zillow is coming to Canada

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U.S. real estate website Zillow is expanding to offer listings for homes in Canada for sale.

Zillow says it has agreements to receive more than 50,000 listings from Canadian brokerages and franchisers.

Users will be able to use the popular U.S. site and mobile app to search for Canadian for-sale properties by postal code, city or province.

The Canadian listings will display the home’s list price, a description of the property, photos and available home facts.

The listings will also include the listing agent’s contact information as well as link to the brokerage or franchise website.

Joan Wolf

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