luxury ski resorts

As the original and most famous luxury ski resort, St Moritz is probably still the most exclusive ski resort in the world. The skiing here is superb with over 350km of some of the most famous descents, including the Diavolezza glacier ski area, but the exclusive ski resort of St Moritz is probably most famous for off-... [more St Moritz]

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snoman says The world's most famous ski resort and the pioneer of Alpine winter holidays in 1864. Home of the Winter Olympics of 1928 and 1948 and of the famous Cresta Run. Long association with the global jet set who are... more

Beginner Intermediate Expert Snowboarders Apres Ski Families Snowsure Ambience Value Lift Pass CHF355 Resort Open Oct 2012 Resort Close Jun 2013 (snow conditions often influence resort opening & closing)

Huge ski area great for cruising. Attracts old money and mile eaters. Quiet resort is full of old French charm rather than night life

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snoman says One of the largest towns in France (third biggest bed base after Chamonix and La Plagne), with the most to do, besides ski, of any French resort. Options include a casino, choice of four beauty farms, bridge cl... more

Beginner Intermediate Expert Snowboarders Apres Ski Families Snowsure Ambience Value Lift Pass €176 Resort Open Dec 2012 Resort Close Apr 2013 (snow conditions often influence resort opening & closing)

Few can agree on the world's greatest ski resort, but most would have Aspen in their top five, like St Moritz, just because of its reputation. Apart from being a remarkable resort, dripping with wealth, Aspen has great skiing over four mountains, a world-class lift system and more alternative things to do (underground... [more Aspen]

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snoman says Few can agree on the world's greatest ski resort, but most would have Aspen in their top five, like St Moritz, just because of its reputation. Apart from being a remarkable resort, dripping with wealth, Aspen h... more

Beginner Intermediate Expert Snowboarders Apres Ski Families Snowsure Ambience Value Lift Pass $402 Resort Open Nov 2012 Resort Close Apr 2013 (snow conditions often influence resort opening & closing)

Hang out with the beautiful (and rich) people - skiing is easy and cruisy so you can pose and ogle without risk. Amazing scenery and apres

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snoman says Italy's most stylish resort, often ranked along side St Moritz (you can play polo in both) and certainly one of the world's best known ski centres. Cortina was host to the 1956 Winter Olympics. Located in wide... more

Beginner Intermediate Expert Snowboarders Apres Ski Families Snowsure Ambience Value Lift Pass €167 Resort Open Nov 2012 Resort Close Apr 2013 (snow conditions often influence resort opening & closing)

Arguably France's most exclusive resort, well located in the world's largest truly inter-connected ski area (Trois Vallées) and with some of Europe's best infrastructure, Courchevel would rate in the top 10 selection of resorts around the world for most dedicated skiers. Courchevel has it's own special Charter which en... [more Courchevel]

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snoman says Arguably France's most exclusive resort, well located in the world's largest truly inter-connected ski area (Trois Vallées) and with some of Europe's best infrastructure, Courchevel would rate in the top 10 sele... more

Beginner Intermediate Expert Snowboarders Apres Ski Families Snowsure Ambience Value Lift Pass €114 Resort Open Dec 2012 Resort Close Apr 2013 (snow conditions often influence resort opening & closing)

Huge, world-famous resort with unrivalled skiing & nightlife: ski hard, play hard. Two mountains connected by pedestrian village. Exciting & expensive, with enough to keep you busy for weeks

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snoman says Whilst many of the great European ski resorts tend to rest on their laurels, Whistler has shot up through the ranks to become one of the strongest contenders for the much disputed title of 'World's Greatest Ski... more

Beginner Intermediate Expert Snowboarders Apres Ski Families Snowsure Ambience Value Lift Pass C$397 Resort Open Nov 2012 Resort Close Jun 2013 (snow conditions often influence resort opening & closing)

One of the greats - huge ski area and ultimate Austrian nightlife. Ski your legs off then party 'til you drop - a hard livin' heaven

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snoman says St Anton is unique amongst ski resorts in holding three legendary reputations simultaneously. First there is its world class skiing, second there is the resort's reputation for the most hedonistic nightlife in ... more

Beginner Intermediate Expert Snowboarders Apres Ski Families Snowsure Ambience Value Lift Pass €198 Resort Open Dec 2012 Resort Close May 2013 (snow conditions often influence resort opening & closing)

One of the greats. France has the Mont Blanc and Chamonix, Switzerland has the Matterhorn and Zermatt - linked by the classic Haute Route. Legendary apres-ski is topped only by the awesome intermediate and expert skiing. Klein Matterhorn lift is highest cable car in world. Beginners are well looked after

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snoman says Regarded by most as Switzerland's top ski resort and by many as the world's best. Picturesque, car free with spectacular views of the Matterhorn. Large glacier for Summer skiing, lift links to Breuil Cervinia ... more

Beginner Intermediate Expert Snowboarders Apres Ski Families Snowsure Ambience Value Lift Pass CHF359 Resort Open Dec 2012 Resort Close Nov 2013 (snow conditions often influence resort opening & closing)

Trendy favourite resort of the huge Espace Killy ski area. Fantastic intermediate, expert and apres ski from pretty town. Expensive but worth it

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snoman says Val d'Isère ranks alongside St Moritz, Stowe and Cortina in the "famous names of skiing" category and is one of the very few in the world to stage World Cup, World Chamionship and Olympic competitions.. However... more

Beginner Intermediate Expert Snowboarders Apres Ski Families Snowsure Ambience Value Lift Pass €208.5 Resort Open Nov 2012 Resort Close May 2013 (snow conditions often influence resort opening & closing)

Trad pretty village associated with Brit Royalty and connected to the fab and huge Davos ski area. Big miles of cruisy and super long runs plus fun and varied apres. Great for intermediates and experts who want more charm from their alpine home than Davos town can offer

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snoman says A pretty village that is a favourite with British royal skiers, lift-linked to skiing at Davos and with excellent local facilities.

Beginner Intermediate Expert Snowboarders Apres Ski Families Snowsure Ambience Value Lift Pass CHF300 Resort Open Dec 2012 Resort Close Apr 2013 (snow conditions often influence resort opening & closing)