Top 10 Pin Trading Locations

Number 8 - Whistler Medals Plaza

Overview:

After every Whistler-based competition the world will gather to watch athletes receive their medals at the Whistler Medals Plaza, located in the heart of Whistler Village. More than half of the Olympic medals in 2010 will be awarded in Whistler ... a first for a Games mountain host venue.

Olympic broadcasters will televise the nightly medals ceremonies and the Whistler Medals Plaza will host nightly concerts as well as the Paralympic closing ceremonies.

Entrance to the Whistler Medals Plaza is by general admission ticket. A box office is located adjacent to the main entrance of the venue.

NOTE: This venue has no shelter, and you will be outside for several hours. Be prepared for very cold and wet weather. Dress appropriately, wear layers and warm pants.

Victory Ceremony Schedule:

18:30 - Provincial/Territorial celebration simulcast live from BC Place
19:00 - Medals presentation at Whistler Medals Plaza
19:30 - Live concert at Whistler Medals Plaza

Potential Pin Trading Locations:

Pick one !! There will be numerous opportunities for pin trading throughout Whistler - from the live sites along Village Stroll, to outside the Whistler Media Centre and the Whistler Medals Plaza.

The principal considerations for all pin traders ... if I go to Whistler for a day, how do I get up there, and how do I get home ??

Transportation Options:

Leave the car at home and take a bus ... but be sure to plan your day(s), pre-book and pre-pay your transportation as soon as possible.

A great way to get from Downtown Vancouver to Whistler and back during the Games is to book on RIDEBOOKER ... just CAD $35.00 one way.

Links: (click on the links below to open a new page)

Whistler Medals Plaza

Transportation Around Whistler During the Games

Tourism Whistler Transportation - Getting to Whistler

Tourism Whistler - Arts and Culture During the Games

RIDEBOOKER - The Way to Whistler During the Games

Destination 2010 - Destination Planner to the 2010 Games

BC Transit - February 2010 Service in the Sea to Sky Region

Skytrain Overview, Map, Schedules, Fares and System Information

TransLink's TravelSmart in 2010 and Everyone Wins (A MUST READ)

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What is the Pacific Pin Club?

The Pacific Pin Club is Western Canada's premiere organization for lapel pin collectors and traders. Founded in 1987, the Club is entering its 22nd year of generating awareness and interest in pin collecting and promoting the hobby in British Columbia, across Canada and around the World.

Last updated: 15 November 2009