Our launch pad, at the base of Whistler Mountain. We wanted to try out the the Peak 2 Peak gondola, which travels the longest unsupported span in the world.

In the gondola, en route to Whistler Mountain's lodge, where skiiers, snowboarders and families catch the Peak 2 Peak.

At Whistler's main gondola station, right outside of The Roundhouse Lodge. The lodge hosts a gift shop, a speedy self-serve deli (with piping-hot chili), and a dining room with breathtaking views.

The Peak 2 Peak whisks travelers 1.88 miles across the gap between Whistler and Blackcomb.

Did I mention that the gondolas dangle 1,427 feet (426 metres) over Fitzsimmons Creek? The Peak 2 Peak cherry-red gondolas are on the highest run in the world.

Those afraid of heights can choose to look at the cabin interior. Unless you're in a glass-bottom cabin (which we were). In that case, you'll just want to close your eyes.

And then, our gondola glided into a mist. The cabin fell silent until we popped back out on the other side, arriving at Blackcomb Mountain.

On Blackcomb, we watched skiers swoop down the slopes, and the kids threw snowballs at dad.

Kids always make quick friends, even at 6,000 feet. Here, Emmett sits steely-eyed in his snow fort, prepared for an attack from a new pal.

We took the gondola back to Whistler Mountain for hot chocolate and more photos.

Then, back down the mountain again.