Whistler Blackcomb,\u00a0<\/a>British Columbia, Canada<\/em><\/h2>\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com\/stories\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/Whistler_horizontal-scaled.jpg\")
Whistler Blackcomb is the Moby Dick of all North American ski resorts\u2014this behemoth has a skiable vertical of 5,280 feet, which is like descending four Empire State buildings. Uh-huh, and Whistler\u2019s Coca-Cola Tube Park offers over 1,000 feet of tubing glee with seven lanes and a conveyor lift return. Surrounding hotels and restaurants echo the ski resort\u2019s grandeur. The Four Seasons Resort<\/a>, located in Whistler Village, boasts a helicopter excursion to the enchanting ice sculptures of Canada\u2019s largest, southernmost ice caps. The Araxi Restaurant & Oyster Bar\u2019s has a \u201cTrophy Wife\u201d vodka cocktail that\u2019ll couple elegantly with a dozen Black Pearl oysters. Helicopters and oysters\u2014need we say more?<\/p>\n\n- Lifts: 37<\/li>\n
- Trails: 200<\/li>\n
- Skiable Acres: 8,171<\/li>\n
- Average Annual Snowfall Inches: 461<\/li>\n
- Best Month to Save on Your Hotel: January<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
\u00a0<\/strong>Zermatt Ski Resort,\u00a0<\/strong><\/a>Zermatt, Switzerland<\/em><\/h2>\n
\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com\/stories\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/Zermatt_horizontal-scaled.jpg\")
<\/em>The Matterhorn\u2014no, we\u2019re not talking Disneyland. We\u2019re talking the jewel of the Swiss Alps\u2014the iconic mountain that towers above the Zermatt Ski Resort. There\u2019s no place on the resort to escape the Matterhorn\u2019s mesmerizing tractor beam\u2014not that you\u2019ll want to, of course! In fact, from the top of Zermatt\u2019s slopes, you\u2019ll be able to look the craggy Matterhorn right in the eye. When ski exhaustion sets in, you can marvel at the Matterhorn from your luxury alpine-modern room at the Europe Hotel & Spa<\/a>, conveniently located within a 5-minute walk of the historic Mountaineers Cemetery and St. Mauritius Church.<\/p>\n\n- Lifts: 52<\/li>\n
- Trails: 224<\/li>\n
- Skiable Acres: 105<\/li>\n
- Average Annual Snowfall Inches: 103<\/li>\n
- Best Month to Save on Your Hotel: January<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Banff National Park,\u00a0<\/strong><\/a>Alberta, Canada<\/em><\/h2>\n
\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com\/stories\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/Banff-scaled.jpg\")
<\/em>Banff Sunshine, Lake Louise, and Mt. Norquay. These three Alberta resorts consist of almost 8,000 skiable acres and 30 feet of pow-pow annual. Skiers and snowboarders travel from across the globe to shred the powdery trails stashed within these Canadian Rockies. Daredevils, does an ice axe sound interesting to you? Swap out your snow boots for a pair of crampons (think ninja stars that you strap to the soles of your hiking boots) and go ice climbing. If scaling the walls of glaciers sounds a tad grueling, perhaps a trip to the mineral-rich waters at Banff Upper Hot Springs is in order. The Willow Steam Spa at the Fairmont Banff Springs<\/a> hotel (known as Canada\u2019s legendary \u201cCastle in the Rockies\u201d) has an array of services to rejuvenate your tired muscles. Namaste!<\/p>\n\n- Lifts: 26<\/li>\n
- Trails: 334<\/li>\n
- Skiable Acres: 7,748<\/li>\n
- Average Annual Snowfall Inches: 360<\/li>\n
- Best Month to Save on Your Hotel: January<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
The Remarkables Ski Field,\u00a0<\/strong><\/a>Queenstown, New Zealand<\/em><\/h2>\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com\/stories\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/The-Remarkables-scaled.jpg\")
A reasonably small ski resort with unfathomable scenery! Freestylers will dig the three giant terrain parks, and first-timers will find the ski terrain friendly. When the family is famished, you\u2019ll want to grab everyone a \u201cFerg Deluxe\u201d from Queenstown\u2019s famed Fergburger. If you want a deeply immersive experience of the moon, stars, and mountains (minus the cheeseburgers), make your way to the Onsen Hot Pools<\/a>. Relax in a cedar-lined pool at lit by Japanese lanterns until the sun goes down.<\/p>\n\n- Lifts: 6<\/li>\n
- Trails: 20<\/li>\n
- Skiable Acres: 7,748<\/li>\n
- Average Annual Snowfall Inches: 544<\/li>\n
- Best Month to Save on Your Hotel: September<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Gulmarg Ski Resort,\u00a0<\/strong><\/a>Kashmir, India<\/em><\/h2>\n
\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com\/stories\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/Gulmarg-scaled.jpg\")
<\/em>Expert skiers, we\u2019ve found your off-piste paradise! At Gulmarg, the trails are infinite because you\u2019re paving them. In fact, diehard powder hounds can heli-ski the Pir Panjal range! After outrunning an avalanche or three, curb your craving for dim sum at Cloves, an all-day diner at The Khyber Himalayan Resort & Spa<\/a>. Looking for enlightenment? Take a walk through the countryside to the Baba Reshi Shrine, where many locals gather to pray and fill their mind with the positivity the shrine reflects.<\/p>\n\n- Lifts: 5<\/li>\n
- Trails: Virtually infinite<\/li>\n
- Skiable Acres: 3<\/li>\n
- Average Annual Snowfall (Inches): 550<\/li>\n
- Best Month to Save on Your Hotel: January<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Ski Livigno,\u00a0<\/strong><\/a>Livigno, Italy<\/em><\/h2>\n
\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com\/stories\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/Livigno-scaled.jpg\")
<\/em>Good snow comes to those who wait. It\u2019s a bit of a trek to get to this remote valley on the Swiss border, but Livigno\u2019s snow-sure terrain and speedy, high-tech chairlifts will make up for your travels. When in Italy, pizza is always a good idea, but the steaks at Ristorante La Pioda are simply a must-have. Feel up for a few nightcaps? Daphne\u2019s Pub is a cozy place to make friendly conversation with the locals of Livigno, and when you\u2019re ready to say \u201cciao\u201d to your new friends, the staff at Hotel Posta<\/a> will be ready to welcome you home. Hotel Posta takes pride in caring for their travelers\u2019 every need, meaning ultimate tranquility for you. Cheers!<\/p>\n\n- Lifts: 31<\/li>\n
- Trails: 78<\/li>\n
- Skiable Acres: 115<\/li>\n
- Average Annual Snowfall (Inches): 97<\/li>\n
- Best Month to Save on Your Hotel: January<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Mayrhofen-Hippach Ski Area,\u00a0<\/strong><\/a>Mayrhofen, Austria<\/em><\/h2>\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com\/stories\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/Mayrhofen-Hippach-scaled.jpg\")
Let\u2019s get luxurious, snow lovers! Welcome to Mayrhofen-Hippach in Tirol. Situated in the scenic Zillertal Valley and the Tux Alps, Mayrhofen\u2019s striking peaks provide the perfect backdrop to your ski adventure. How does a wellness hotel that celebrates the \u201chigh art of hospitality\u201d sound to you? The Elisabeth Hotel<\/a> is a 10-minute walk from the slopes, and it boasts stylish romance and relaxation. Even a brief stroll through the hotel\u2019s spa area will trigger relaxed shoulders and easy breathing. Around in early April? Do not, we repeat, do not miss the Snowbombing music festival\u2014think Coachella but in snow.<\/p>\n\n- Lifts: 57<\/li>\n
- Trails: 54<\/li>\n
- Skiable Acres: 365<\/li>\n
- Average Annual Snowfall (Inches): 92<\/li>\n
- Best Month to Save on Your Hotel: March<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Ski Mountain Park,\u00a0<\/strong><\/a>S\u00e3o Roque<\/em>, Brazil<\/em><\/h2>\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com\/stories\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/SkiMountainPark_Brazil-scaled.jpg\")
Okay, so, let\u2019s get this out of the way now: this park does not actually have any snow. That\u2019s correct, ski park sans the pow-pow. Instead, Ski Mountain Park in S\u00e3o Roque offers the experience of skiing and snowboarding only on a giant artificial slope made of polyethylene “rugs.\u201d Other snow-less attractions include ecological iceless skating and rug and slide tobogganing. The palms of Hotel Villa Rossa<\/a>, a hotel known for its lush surroundings and superior gastronomy, is only two and a half miles from Ski Mountain Park. Did we mention the wine? The production of wine has been going on in S\u00e3o Roque since the mid-seventeenth century, so this region of Brazil knows its grapes. Take the Wine Route tour to experience what S\u00e3o Roque has to offer your taste buds.<\/p>\n\n- Lifts: 1<\/li>\n
- Trails: 1<\/li>\n
- Skiable Acres: N\/A<\/li>\n
- Average Annual Snowfall (Inches): N\/A<\/li>\n
- Best Month to Save on Your Hotel: January<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Portillo Ski Resort,\u00a0<\/strong><\/a>Los Andes, Regi\u00f3n de Valpara\u00edso, Chile<\/em><\/h2>\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com\/stories\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/Portillo-scaled.jpg\")
Nestled into the High Andes, the steep slopes of Portillo Ski Resort are a playground for advanced skiers and snowboarders. This ski-in, ski-out resort awards its travelers with stupendous views and ultimate seclusion. Accommodations are limited at the Portillo, so if you want a fancy fourposter, its best to find lodging in Los Andes (about an hour drive from the resort). The Inca Hoteles<\/a> is cozy and modern, and its just twenty minutes from Enjoy Santiago, one of Los Andes\u2019 finest casinos. Not much of a gambler? Get over to Museo Arqueologico de Los Andes to see a collection of shrunken heads and other fascinating archaeological finds.<\/p>\n\n- Lifts: 14<\/li>\n
- Trails: 35<\/li>\n
- Skiable Acres: 1235<\/li>\n
- Average Annual Snowfall (Inches): 260<\/li>\n
- Best Time to Go: Mid-June-August<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Tiffindell Ski & Alpine Resort,<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0<\/strong>Barkly East, South Africa<\/h2>\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com\/stories\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/Tiffindell-scaled.jpg\")
Boarders seeking an off-the-beaten path experience will love South Africa\u2019s Tiffindell Ski & Alpine Resort. Slopes are immaculately groomed and ready to be carved during the winter months of June, July, and August. You might be in South Africa\u2019s backcountry, but that doesn\u2019t mean you can\u2019t lodge-it in luxury. Each room at the Tenahead Mountain Lodge<\/a> in Rhodes boasts a fireplace and a claw-footed tub. Oh, and bibliophiles will need to fan themselves when they step foot in lodge\u2019s library. Tenahead\u2019s restaurant is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, so stay infinitely if it suits your fancy. Happy trails, adventurers!<\/p>\n
Whistler Blackcomb is the Moby Dick of all North American ski resorts\u2014this behemoth has a skiable vertical of 5,280 feet, which is like descending four Empire State buildings. Uh-huh, and Whistler\u2019s Coca-Cola Tube Park offers over 1,000 feet of tubing glee with seven lanes and a conveyor lift return. Surrounding hotels and restaurants echo the ski resort\u2019s grandeur. The Four Seasons Resort<\/a>, located in Whistler Village, boasts a helicopter excursion to the enchanting ice sculptures of Canada\u2019s largest, southernmost ice caps. The Araxi Restaurant & Oyster Bar\u2019s has a \u201cTrophy Wife\u201d vodka cocktail that\u2019ll couple elegantly with a dozen Black Pearl oysters. Helicopters and oysters\u2014need we say more?<\/p>\n- \n
- Lifts: 37<\/li>\n
- Trails: 200<\/li>\n
- Skiable Acres: 8,171<\/li>\n
- Average Annual Snowfall Inches: 461<\/li>\n
- Best Month to Save on Your Hotel: January<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
\u00a0<\/strong>Zermatt Ski Resort,\u00a0<\/strong><\/a>Zermatt, Switzerland<\/em><\/h2>\n
\n<\/em>The Matterhorn\u2014no, we\u2019re not talking Disneyland. We\u2019re talking the jewel of the Swiss Alps\u2014the iconic mountain that towers above the Zermatt Ski Resort. There\u2019s no place on the resort to escape the Matterhorn\u2019s mesmerizing tractor beam\u2014not that you\u2019ll want to, of course! In fact, from the top of Zermatt\u2019s slopes, you\u2019ll be able to look the craggy Matterhorn right in the eye. When ski exhaustion sets in, you can marvel at the Matterhorn from your luxury alpine-modern room at the Europe Hotel & Spa<\/a>, conveniently located within a 5-minute walk of the historic Mountaineers Cemetery and St. Mauritius Church.<\/p>\n- \n
- Lifts: 52<\/li>\n
- Trails: 224<\/li>\n
- Skiable Acres: 105<\/li>\n
- Average Annual Snowfall Inches: 103<\/li>\n
- Best Month to Save on Your Hotel: January<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Banff National Park,\u00a0<\/strong><\/a>Alberta, Canada<\/em><\/h2>\n
\n<\/em>Banff Sunshine, Lake Louise, and Mt. Norquay. These three Alberta resorts consist of almost 8,000 skiable acres and 30 feet of pow-pow annual. Skiers and snowboarders travel from across the globe to shred the powdery trails stashed within these Canadian Rockies. Daredevils, does an ice axe sound interesting to you? Swap out your snow boots for a pair of crampons (think ninja stars that you strap to the soles of your hiking boots) and go ice climbing. If scaling the walls of glaciers sounds a tad grueling, perhaps a trip to the mineral-rich waters at Banff Upper Hot Springs is in order. The Willow Steam Spa at the Fairmont Banff Springs<\/a> hotel (known as Canada\u2019s legendary \u201cCastle in the Rockies\u201d) has an array of services to rejuvenate your tired muscles. Namaste!<\/p>\n- \n
- Lifts: 26<\/li>\n
- Trails: 334<\/li>\n
- Skiable Acres: 7,748<\/li>\n
- Average Annual Snowfall Inches: 360<\/li>\n
- Best Month to Save on Your Hotel: January<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
The Remarkables Ski Field,\u00a0<\/strong><\/a>Queenstown, New Zealand<\/em><\/h2>\n
A reasonably small ski resort with unfathomable scenery! Freestylers will dig the three giant terrain parks, and first-timers will find the ski terrain friendly. When the family is famished, you\u2019ll want to grab everyone a \u201cFerg Deluxe\u201d from Queenstown\u2019s famed Fergburger. If you want a deeply immersive experience of the moon, stars, and mountains (minus the cheeseburgers), make your way to the Onsen Hot Pools<\/a>. Relax in a cedar-lined pool at lit by Japanese lanterns until the sun goes down.<\/p>\n- \n
- Lifts: 6<\/li>\n
- Trails: 20<\/li>\n
- Skiable Acres: 7,748<\/li>\n
- Average Annual Snowfall Inches: 544<\/li>\n
- Best Month to Save on Your Hotel: September<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Gulmarg Ski Resort,\u00a0<\/strong><\/a>Kashmir, India<\/em><\/h2>\n
\n<\/em>Expert skiers, we\u2019ve found your off-piste paradise! At Gulmarg, the trails are infinite because you\u2019re paving them. In fact, diehard powder hounds can heli-ski the Pir Panjal range! After outrunning an avalanche or three, curb your craving for dim sum at Cloves, an all-day diner at The Khyber Himalayan Resort & Spa<\/a>. Looking for enlightenment? Take a walk through the countryside to the Baba Reshi Shrine, where many locals gather to pray and fill their mind with the positivity the shrine reflects.<\/p>\n- \n
- Lifts: 5<\/li>\n
- Trails: Virtually infinite<\/li>\n
- Skiable Acres: 3<\/li>\n
- Average Annual Snowfall (Inches): 550<\/li>\n
- Best Month to Save on Your Hotel: January<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Ski Livigno,\u00a0<\/strong><\/a>Livigno, Italy<\/em><\/h2>\n
\n<\/em>Good snow comes to those who wait. It\u2019s a bit of a trek to get to this remote valley on the Swiss border, but Livigno\u2019s snow-sure terrain and speedy, high-tech chairlifts will make up for your travels. When in Italy, pizza is always a good idea, but the steaks at Ristorante La Pioda are simply a must-have. Feel up for a few nightcaps? Daphne\u2019s Pub is a cozy place to make friendly conversation with the locals of Livigno, and when you\u2019re ready to say \u201cciao\u201d to your new friends, the staff at Hotel Posta<\/a> will be ready to welcome you home. Hotel Posta takes pride in caring for their travelers\u2019 every need, meaning ultimate tranquility for you. Cheers!<\/p>\n- \n
- Lifts: 31<\/li>\n
- Trails: 78<\/li>\n
- Skiable Acres: 115<\/li>\n
- Average Annual Snowfall (Inches): 97<\/li>\n
- Best Month to Save on Your Hotel: January<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Mayrhofen-Hippach Ski Area,\u00a0<\/strong><\/a>Mayrhofen, Austria<\/em><\/h2>\n
Let\u2019s get luxurious, snow lovers! Welcome to Mayrhofen-Hippach in Tirol. Situated in the scenic Zillertal Valley and the Tux Alps, Mayrhofen\u2019s striking peaks provide the perfect backdrop to your ski adventure. How does a wellness hotel that celebrates the \u201chigh art of hospitality\u201d sound to you? The Elisabeth Hotel<\/a> is a 10-minute walk from the slopes, and it boasts stylish romance and relaxation. Even a brief stroll through the hotel\u2019s spa area will trigger relaxed shoulders and easy breathing. Around in early April? Do not, we repeat, do not miss the Snowbombing music festival\u2014think Coachella but in snow.<\/p>\n- \n
- Lifts: 57<\/li>\n
- Trails: 54<\/li>\n
- Skiable Acres: 365<\/li>\n
- Average Annual Snowfall (Inches): 92<\/li>\n
- Best Month to Save on Your Hotel: March<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Ski Mountain Park,\u00a0<\/strong><\/a>S\u00e3o Roque<\/em>, Brazil<\/em><\/h2>\n
Okay, so, let\u2019s get this out of the way now: this park does not actually have any snow. That\u2019s correct, ski park sans the pow-pow. Instead, Ski Mountain Park in S\u00e3o Roque offers the experience of skiing and snowboarding only on a giant artificial slope made of polyethylene “rugs.\u201d Other snow-less attractions include ecological iceless skating and rug and slide tobogganing. The palms of Hotel Villa Rossa<\/a>, a hotel known for its lush surroundings and superior gastronomy, is only two and a half miles from Ski Mountain Park. Did we mention the wine? The production of wine has been going on in S\u00e3o Roque since the mid-seventeenth century, so this region of Brazil knows its grapes. Take the Wine Route tour to experience what S\u00e3o Roque has to offer your taste buds.<\/p>\n- \n
- Lifts: 1<\/li>\n
- Trails: 1<\/li>\n
- Skiable Acres: N\/A<\/li>\n
- Average Annual Snowfall (Inches): N\/A<\/li>\n
- Best Month to Save on Your Hotel: January<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Portillo Ski Resort,\u00a0<\/strong><\/a>Los Andes, Regi\u00f3n de Valpara\u00edso, Chile<\/em><\/h2>\n
Nestled into the High Andes, the steep slopes of Portillo Ski Resort are a playground for advanced skiers and snowboarders. This ski-in, ski-out resort awards its travelers with stupendous views and ultimate seclusion. Accommodations are limited at the Portillo, so if you want a fancy fourposter, its best to find lodging in Los Andes (about an hour drive from the resort). The Inca Hoteles<\/a> is cozy and modern, and its just twenty minutes from Enjoy Santiago, one of Los Andes\u2019 finest casinos. Not much of a gambler? Get over to Museo Arqueologico de Los Andes to see a collection of shrunken heads and other fascinating archaeological finds.<\/p>\n- \n
- Lifts: 14<\/li>\n
- Trails: 35<\/li>\n
- Skiable Acres: 1235<\/li>\n
- Average Annual Snowfall (Inches): 260<\/li>\n
- Best Time to Go: Mid-June-August<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Tiffindell Ski & Alpine Resort,<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0<\/strong>Barkly East, South Africa<\/h2>\n
Boarders seeking an off-the-beaten path experience will love South Africa\u2019s Tiffindell Ski & Alpine Resort. Slopes are immaculately groomed and ready to be carved during the winter months of June, July, and August. You might be in South Africa\u2019s backcountry, but that doesn\u2019t mean you can\u2019t lodge-it in luxury. Each room at the Tenahead Mountain Lodge<\/a> in Rhodes boasts a fireplace and a claw-footed tub. Oh, and bibliophiles will need to fan themselves when they step foot in lodge\u2019s library. Tenahead\u2019s restaurant is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, so stay infinitely if it suits your fancy. Happy trails, adventurers!<\/p>\n