Get Out Your Bucket List to add These 10 Ski Destinations
If you love to ski, snowboard or just take part in aprés ski time in a beautiful setting, you need to start planning to visit one or more of the top 10 best ski resorts in the world. From the American West to the Alps in Europe, there are many fantastic ski resorts that will test your skills while providing stunning scenery at the same time.
1. Aspen, Colorado
There are many reasons why
Aspen is so famous. First of all, this Rocky Mountain town in Colorado offers one of the top 10 best ski resorts in the world, Aspen Snowmass, with clear skies and plenty of fresh powder. Beyond the skiing, Aspen is also a stylish town that attracts many celebrities. Secure a vacation rental here and you will find endless entertainment.
2. Vail, Colorado
Another famous ski resort in Colorado is
the Vail Ski Resort. Many ski enthusiasts praise Vail as having some of the best skiing in the world. If you're looking for a well-developed ski resort that has a range of ski runs along with restaurants, nightlife, and shopping, Vail will be a great choice for you.
3. Zermatt, Switzerland
One of the top 10 best ski resorts in the world is in the Alps, specifically Switzerland.
Zermatt is not only a place for serious skiers, but the Zermatt Ski Resort is also known for catering to families. If your kids are just as enthusiastic about skiing as you are, and you want to expose them to European skiing, give Zermatt a try.
4. Courchevel, France
The French Alps provide two pleasures: outdoor adventure and eating. Plan a
trip to Courchevel, France and you can top of an incredible skiing adventure to Europe with divine evening meals. After all, you're going to need energy to get up and hit the slopes every morning.
5. Heavenly Ski Resort in Tahoe
Some travelers might be setting their sets on the American West instead of Europe. One of the biggest and best resorts out west is
Heavenly Ski Resort, which offers slopes both in California and Nevada. Located on the shores of Lake Tahoe, this resort offers fantastic scenery along with challenging skiing.
6. Deer Valley Resort, Utah
Colorado might be known for its variety of appealing ski resorts, but nearby Utah has plenty of snow to offer as well.
Deer Valley Resort has been the host of Olympic events, so you know the slopes are good. Rent a cozy cabin to sit by the fire in your vacation rental after an exhilarating day of skiing.
7. Killington, Vermont
Sometimes, you might want a convenient, local option for a ski resort. For the times when you don't want to head out west or fly to Europe, the
Killington Ski Resort is an excellent ski option. This resort offers the largest ski and snowboarding area on the entire East Coast.
8. Squaw Valley Resort in Tahoe
Another great Lake Tahoe option is
Squaw Valley Resort. Another site for former Olympic Games, Squaw Valley Resort is well-known among serious skiers. With one of the largest ski areas in the country, you won't have to ski the same run twice during an entire trip.
9. Winter Park, Colorado
Conveniently located near Denver,
Winter Park is another great ski resort in Colorado. Families are especially drawn to Winter Park for its great facilities for beginner skiers and lessons for kids. With consistently great snow, it is easy to see why so many travelers call Colorado their favorite place to ski.
10. Cortina d'AmpezzoI
If you're looking for a stylish ski getaway, look no further than
Cortina d'Ampezzo in Italy's Dolomite Mountains. Not only has this resort served as the background for a number of Hollywood films, but it also offers stellar skiing.
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