25 of the World's Best Ski Resorts

Whether you\'re a skiier, snowboarder, or just a nature enthusiast you know there is a lot to appreciate about a quality ski resort. From the restaurants and atmosphere to the slopes and scenery there are so many things to consider when it comes to judging which ski resort is the \"best\". So, taking into account as many factors as possible these are 25 of the world\'s best ski resorts. 1. Niseko, Japan: Thanks to constant storms blowing in from Siberia the mountains on the Japanese island of Hokkaido are known to have some of the most consistently fresh and soft powder in the world. 2. Aspen, Colorado: It’s the one ski town that every other ski town in North America compares itself to and for good reason. In Aspen you’re almost sure to sight celebrities, movie stars, and Olympic athletes strolling about its streets. 3. Cortina d’Ampezzo, Italy: Photo – Patitucci PhotoOften referred to as the most beautiful ski resort in the world the focus here is usually more on socializing and taking in the scenery than actually hitting the slopes. If you plan on getting in some good runs this is a good thing though considering they tend to be slightly less crowded. 4. Ketchum, Idaho: One of the earliest Rocky Mountain ski towns, Ketchum still maintains a pre-war feel and thanks to its remote location crowds are usually not much of an issue. 5. Banff, Canada: With an international atmosphere and incredible views Banff fuses a vibrant small town with the great outdoors and has something to offer everyone. 6. Girdwood, Alaska: Photo – Scott MarkewitzAs Alaska’s top ski destination, this resort located 40 miles south of Anchorage enjoys a laid back lifestyle centered around the slopes. With no crowds and a tree line that stops almost by the time you reach the lift most of the slopes are wide open alpine. 7. Stowe, Vermont: This quaint New England ski village goes to sleep early and caters more towards the family/homey crowd so if you’re looking for nightlife this may not be the place for you. 8. Telluride, Colorado: Photo – Tony DeminPossibly one of North America’s most picturesque ski resorts Telluride is also one of the highest sitting at over 8,000 feet (about 2,400 meters) with runs that go to over 12,000 feet (about 3,600 meters) 9. Chamonix, France: Photo – Gerhard HeidornKnown around the world for giving birth to “extreme skiing”, this small town in the French Alps is for those of you that like your mountains big and your slopes steep. 10. Wanaka, New Zealand: Photo – Tony HarringtonWhen the snow melts in the northern hemisphere towns like Wanaka become popular destinations for skiers and snowboarders looking to get their fix during the summer months (northern summer). 11. Bend, Oregon: It’s the largest ski town on our list and in spite of not having the quaint feel of some of the others, the ski terrain in the region is no joke. In fact, expert skiers will probably get the most out of visiting this Pacific resort. 12. Whitefish, Montana: Photo – Noah ClaytonKnown for being beginner friendly with a good number of easy slopes Whitefish is the perfect place for families or groups of skiers encompassing various skill levels. 13. North Conway, New Hampshire: Before the large west coast resorts came to prominence this small New England town was arguably the premier ski spot in the Americas. 14. Fernie, Canada: While its not the most well known ski resort in the world this small mining town features some of the best terrain in Canada. 15. Mont Tremblant, Canada: Found in Quebec, this ski resort is probably the best way for Americans and Canadians to experience the European ambiance without paying for a plane ticket. 16. Jackson, Wyoming: One of the birthplaces of extreme skiing in the United States, it’s the experts that will probably get the most out of the plethora of chutes, bowls, and back country terrain that Jackson Hole has to offer. 17. Kitzbühel, Austria: Photo – Kitzbühel TourismusWith a good blend of everything from beginner to advanced the town of Kitzbühel has also been known as one of the more romantic ski getaways in Europe with its cobblestone streets and horse drawn sleighs. 18. Zermatt, Switzerland: Photo – Kurt MüllerIn a country jam packed with ski towns Zermatt is king. Nestled in the shadow of the famous Matterhorn Mountain this ski resort offers some of the best (and most expensive) skiing in the world. 19. Truckee, California: Photo – Boreal Mountain ResortHome to one of the first ski lifts in North America, the ski resorts in this region receive some of the highest average snowfall in the country. In fact, some years it’s almost possible to ski year round. 20. Whistler, British Columbia: Photo – Blake JorgensonKnown to many as North America’s mega mountain Whistler has more runs, more snow, more terrain parks, and more square mileage than almost any other resort on the continent. 21. Steamboat Springs, Colorado: With one of the top ski schools in the nation the town of Steamboat Springs claims to have produced more Olympic and professional skiers than any other town in America with 79. 22. Bozeman, Montana: Not known for upscale restaurants and fancy hotels, people come to this small town in the Northern Rockies for one reason – to hit the slopes, and with two of America’s wildest mountains this resort isn’t for the faint of heart. 23. Crested Butte, Colorado: This isolated, high altitude mining town offers some of the best free style and backwoods terrain in the Rocky Mountains. 24. Park City, Utah: Having established itself as one of America’s top ski destinations Park City is also home to the internationally renowned Sundance Film Festival. 25. Taos, New Mexico: With some of the steepest runs in the United States this southwestern town is a prime location for alpine thrill seekers.

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25 of the World’s Best Ski Resorts

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