When you’re planning a ski vacation, the hardest part is choosing a destination. Since there are many ski destinations around the world and each one has something unique, it is very difficult. To help you decide, we’ve put together a list of the best ski destinations from around the world.
A list in no particular order is given below:
Courchevel, France:
Courchevel is a ski resort in the French Alps. This is a very popular resort and there are many places to stay here. You can easily order a Hire Cochevels or a luxury chalet in Courchevel 1850 with Tempston Luxury and enjoy your time here.
Courchevel has some of the best snow in the area and also has many slopes that are ideal for beginners and experts alike.
The best part is that Courchevel is a ski area connected by a lift. There are other activities that you can take part in in Courchevel village.
Riksgransen, Sweden:
This ski destination is the best choice if you want to ski in March to June. Most ski resorts close in the summer, during February – March, but Riksgransen opens in February and you get plenty of snow for skiing here into June due to its proximity to the North Pole. You might even see deer if you’re lucky.
Zermatt, Switzerland:
Zermatt is one of the best ski destinations in Switzerland. Most skiers have Zermatt in their must-visit ski destination. If you want world class skiing under the Matterhorn then Zermatt is the place to be.
St Anton, Austria:
I don’t think any list of ski destinations would be complete without St. Anton. This is one of the most famous ski resorts in the world. In fact, the cable car was first installed here. Group ski lessons were pioneered here which are used by most ski training schools.
Whistler, Canada:
Whistler-Blackcomb is the largest ski area in all of North America. The winter games were held here in 2010. Most ski enthusiasts want to visit Whistler at least once in their lifetime. This is a great place for beginners, intermediate, experts, and even non-skiers.
Whistler Village is also a great place to spend the night.
Chamonix, France:
One of the best ski destinations in the world, it is considered the birthplace of extreme skiing. One slip and you may even die. Not only extreme skiing, normal skiers can also have fun here. Nightlife is also great in Chamonix village.
Cortina D’Ampezzo, Italy:
This is a great place for beginners and intermediates. There are lots of slopes to learn here. This place is not too crowded so it is suitable for families. Also if you are a wine lover this is a great place to visit.
Aspen, Colorado:
When Whistler is on the list, can Aspen be left far behind. It is the most famous ski destination in North America and you may even encounter celebrities while visiting here. This is a beautiful destination to visit with the whole family. There is also a nature reserve nearby.
The above mentioned are some of the top ski destinations that should be on your list. If you are an avid skier, you should definitely visit all of these places at least once in your lifetime.