Whistler

Located in British Columbia, Canada, Whistler has over 200 trails with runs suitable for all abilities. It was the location of the 2010 Winter Olympics and Paralympic games. Whistler is also one of the most environmentally friendly ski resorts with aims to continually reduce its carbon footprint.

Vail

The second largest ski resort in North America opened in 1962. It has 193 marked trails and is suitable for all skiers, from beginners to the expert. There is a shuttle bus that runs to the town every 5 minutes at peak season and every 15 during low season. Cheap ski deals can be arranged throughout the year.

Bansko

The premier ski resort in Bulgaria is the hugely popular Bansko. Over the last few years a massive amount of investment money has turned the relatively quiet and unknown ski resort into one that is growing at a rate of knots.  Popular with skiers of all abilities and snowboarders alike, Bansko looks set to become one of Europe’s front most Ski Resorts and is a great place to find cheap ski deals.

Lech

What started off as a barely accessible village is now one of the most picturesque ski resorts in Austria. The number of skiers per day is limited, and warning signs let potential skiers know when this number is reached via signposts outside of the village. This gives the resort an air of exclusivity, but it helps to ensure each skier has plenty of space on the slopes.

Breckenridge

The US’s highest ski resort is located in Colorado. The resort town dates back to the mid-1800s. There are over 150 ski runs and is suitable for skiers of all abilities. Not as well-known as its neighbour, Vail, this helps it remain a more relaxed, less crowded resort.

Klosters

The Swiss ski resort of Klosters is very popular with royalty; Price Charles visits regularly. Private lessons are available for beginners, there are several cross country trails and snowboarders can also find a place to enjoy their sport.

Cortina d’Ampezzo

One of Italy’s premier ski resorts overs a wide area and incorporates 51 slopes. Just under half of the slopes are suitable for beginners, while around 10% of the slopes are for the most experienced skier. It is a great place for skiers of all abilities and cheap ski deals can be found even during peak season.

Val d’Isère

Located in France, just a stone’s throw from the Italian border, Val d’Isere is the home to ski championship tournaments. It is very popular and therefore can become crowded and has runs that can be used all year round. Transport to a variety of different parts of the resort makes this one of the most accessible ski resorts available.

Banff

Located in the Canadian Rockies, Banff has plenty of stunning scenery and breath-taking views. From nursery slopes to black runs, Banff has plenty to offer all levels of expertise. Banff is also popular with snowboarders and there are several runs suitable for board use.

Chamonix

Home of the first winter Olympics, Chamonix is located in France’s Rhône-Alps region. It remains one of the most popular and well-known ski resorts worldwide. The resort has over 150km of ski runs and there are runs for all levels of expertise. Some of the trails can only be used seasonally however.