Top Ski Resorts

Zell am See, Austria

Zell am See is one of Austria's best-loved ski resorts, with stunning views of the surrounding mountain ranges and the lake below. Zell am See makes an attractive base for holidaymakers who enjoy travelling around. Having a car makes it easy to visit numerous other resorts - including Saalbach-Hinterglemm, Bad Gastein-Bad Hofgastein, Wagrain, Schladming and Obertauern. This smart little lakeside town is packed with charm, offering a good range of shops, bars and cafés and a traffic-free centre. During the height of the winter the lake freezes over enabling you to walk from one side to the other, while activities such as curling and skating are practised upon it.Zell am See Ski Resort, Austria

Soldeu, Andorra

Soldeu is Andorra's best known resort, offering great skiing for beginners and intermediates. Its long sunny days, great value for money and a friendly atmosphere, make Soldeu a great place for those on a budget. And at 2,250m, the Espiolets nursery slopes are a lot higher than most and give you a better chance of learning on decent snow - and there's plenty of room.Soldeu Ski Resort, Andorra

Flaine, France

Offering some of the best skiing in France, Flaine is at the heart of the fantastic 'Grand Massif' ski area, with over 265kms of dazzling ski runs. Lying in a vast open snow bowl, this large, varied ski area has plenty to offer all levels of skier and is renowned for excellent snow conditions and sunny days. There are plenty of blue and red runs including the 14km Cascade run and some pretty tree lined runs down to the lower resorts. There are not too many black runs in the Grand Massif ski area but there is the off piste challenge of the Combe de Gers. Snowboarders in Flaine have a large board park with a half pipe and a cross–country course. Flaine ski resort is compact and purpose-built, for ease and convenience, with all amenities close by. With the short transfer times to Geneva Flaine is a perfect ski resort for families.Flaine Ski Resort, France

Whistler, Canada

In the coastal mountains of British Columbia, just over 100km North of Vancouver, this ski resort sits in between two spectacular mountains; Blackcomb and Whistler. Together, these two mountains offer the largest ski area in North America with over 8000 acres of skiable terrain. The more than two million annual visitors to Whistler will find that the excellent exchange rate, superb terrain, impressive snowfalls and the unique village atmosphere all combine to provide great value and an unforgettable vacation experience. Whistler offers hundreds of ski runs, with a tremendous variety of slopes to accommodate all levels of skiers and boarders, from intermediate to expert. Additional winter activities include snowshoeing, snowmobiling, and old style sleigh rides. Designed by skiers, for skiers, everything you could possibly want from a ski holiday is right on your doorstep.Whistler Ski Resort, Canada

Kitzbuhel, Austria

One of the world's most famous resorts, popular year round, Kitzbuhel is located in the middle of the Tyrolean Alps and really does have everything - superb scenery, atmosphere, style and some of the best skiing around. The fashionable resort also offers stylish restaurants, sophisticated nightspots and its own casino. Kitzbühel presents a modern state of the art ski circuit covering 148km of pistes. Famous above all for the Men’s Downhill Race on the Hahnenkamm, this lively and sophisticated resort has something for everyone, from young to old and from beginner to expert.Kitzbuhel Ski Resort, Austria

Cortina, Italy

Cortina, known as the Pearl of the Dolomites is one of the top Italian ski resorts and sits in the same exclusivity bracket as Courchevel, St Moritz and Lech/Zurs. This is where affluent Italians head and is the location of many a second home. There is some of the most awesome scenery anywhere in the ski world, with great ambience in a classically Italian context, with shops, cafés, restaurants and hotels to rival the very best. Cortina is also a genuinely pretty town, with lots of activities for non-skiers.Cortina Ski Resort, Italy

Vail, Colorado, USA

At 7 miles wide with 5,000+ acres of terrain Vail COLORADO USA is the largest skiing and snowboarding resort in North America. On an average day there are only 2 skiers or snowboarders per acre increasing to just 4 on a busy day. Known worldwide for its unstinting customer service and amenities, it is also an awe-inspiring place to ski. From its miles of groomed cruisers to its untamed Back Bowls, Vail has it all.Vail Ski Resort, United States

Zermatt, Switzerland

Spectacularly situated beneath the majestic Matterhorn, Zermatt has everything to offer in the way of fantastic skiing, picturesque surroundings and a lively nightlife. From the moment you step off your Swiss-red train, and catch sight of the cobbled streets and horses with sleighs patiently waiting for their rides, you know you are in a special place. Zermatt is a scenic, car-free village with a medieval center and provides a great base for some of the best skiing in the Alps. Three main ski areas, the Sunnegga, the Gornergrat, and the Klein Matterhorn, offer world-class excitement for every level of skier.Zermatt Ski Resort, Switzerland