When you go on holiday, there really are only two choices to make: sun or snow. Many more people around the world are deciding to take skiing holidays each year. Ski resorts offer some of the highest luxury, most beautiful views, and of course, some amazing skiing.
These resorts are regarded as some of the best in the world. They have the best views, the best slopes, and offer the entire family fun and adventure that will not soon be forgotten.
Meribel
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Meribel is a ski resort in the Tarentaise Valley, in the French Alps. Meribel references 3 neighboring villages in the Les Allues Commune. These villages are within the beautiful Vanoise National Park.
The resort is part of the Trois Vallees ski area. These Three Valleys comprise 180 lifts, 335 marked runs, and over 130 km of cross-country ski paths, making this an absolutely brilliant area for snow sports enthusiasts and beginners alike.
The Tarentaise Valley is home to the biggest concentration of world-class ski resorts in the world. Some of the neighboring ski areas are Paradiski and Espace Killy
Breuil-Cervinia
Breuil-Cervinia is an alpine ski resort located in the Aosta Valley region in Northwest Italy. Cervinia is 2006m above sea level and is at the foot of the exquisite Matterhorn. Being one of the highest resorts in Europe, it experiences great, consistent snowfall.
The resort has some brilliant ski runs that can accommodate children, beginners, and experts. The longest run is 22 km, which runs from the Klein Matterhorn in Switzerland, all the way to Valtournenche, in Italy.
With temperatures staying very low during the winter, and pretty low during the summer, the resort offers year-round skiing.
Revelstoke Mountain Resort
Revelstoke Mountain Resort is located on Mount Mackenzie, in British Columbia, Canada. The resort currently has a 1713m vertical drop, making it the longest of any other ski resort in the United States.
In terms of its size, it is about the same size as major resorts such as Breckenridge and Panorama and is about a third of the size of Whistler Blackcomb. The resort is directed more towards intermediate and expert skiers, but 10% of the runs are for beginners and younger skiers.
Courchevel
Courchevel is an alpine ski resort located in the French Alps. It is part of the Les Trois Vallees, which is the largest linked ski area in the world. Once again, this resort is located near Les Arcs, Les Plagne, Val d’Isere and Tignes.
Courchevel itself is home to 11 luxury hotels, all with 5-star ratings, meaning you will have the best and most luxurious stay, no matter which hotel you choose. There are also some of the best restaurants found in the area, all holding Michelin stars.
Courchevel is the epitome of luxury and is most definitely an area that will tick every one of your boxes when it comes to decadence, food, skiing, and of course, the magnificent scenery.
Verbier
Verbier is a village located in south-west Switzerland. It is in the Swiss Alps, one of the most picturesque parts of the world, and is world-renowned as being one of the premier spots for backcountry skiing.
Verbier’s ski domain stretches from 1500 m to 3300 m, and at the top, you get the most beautiful views of the Alps, including the Matterhorn, Cervin, Dom, Dent Blanche, and Dent d’Herens.
The resort also has skiing and snowboarding schools, meaning first-time skiers can fully enjoy their holiday, even if they don’t have any previous experience.
Lech
Lech am Arlberg is a mountain village and very exclusive ski resort in the Bludenz district in Austria. Lech has become the home of many worlds and Olympic ski champions, making it a premier ski destination for people from around the world.
Lech is more well-known for skiing, and with its enormous lift system that connects many different areas, it is a brilliant place to ski on site and off piste, offering some excellent and beautiful ski runs for experts and beginners alike.
Even though the area isn’t as popular in the summer, Lech still offers travelers an excellent experience, as the luxury hotels, high-quality restaurants, and many attractions operate year round. The playground for royalty, Lech is a resort not to be missed.
Tignes
Being one of the most well-known skiing areas in the world, Tignes is a commune located in the Tarentaise Valley, France. The resort is part of the Espace Killy Ski Area, along with Val d’Isere.
Due to the presence of the Grande Motte Glacier, Tignes experiences snow year round and is, therefore, a brilliant skiing area no matter what season or time of year. The many ski runs cater to experts and beginners, and there is a run or slope for everybody’s wants and needs.
Being part of the Tarentaise Valley, the ski area is connected to other resorts such as Les Arcs and La Plagne, Courchevel, Meribel, and Val Thorens, as well as many others. Traveling between resorts and areas is simple and in some cases, a must, as you will want to experience everything they all have to offer.
Final Thoughts
Skiing and snowboarding are two of the most exciting sports you can take part in, and staying somewhere breathtaking will make any ski holiday one to remember. You want to experience everything: the snow, the slopes, the environment, and the history of any surrounding towns.
These resorts are absolutely world class and have played host to the rich and famous. They are family friendly, made for beginners and experts, and will give you a very well-rounded experience that you will never forget.
In a perfect world, you would visit all of them every year, but we hope this has given you some great ideas for your next holiday.
