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St Moritz - Switzerland

Birthplace of the modern "Winter holiday," and considered to be the one of the oldest winter resort towns, St Moritz does indeed live up to its prestigious reputation. Set in the beautiful Swiss Alps, this resort hosted the 1928 and 1948 winter Olympic games. With a good variety of mountain terrain and a chic resort town, St Moritz has been a long time favourite for European skiers and with three hundred days of sunshine a year, it can provide the perfect winter holiday in the sun.

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Banff National Park

Lake Louise, found in Banff National Park, is often referred to as one of the most beautiful mountain resorts in the world. You can choose from three different ski resorts of the area which are roughly 30 miles apart.

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Niseko - Japan

Japan's premier resort is rapidly becoming a globally recognised resort. Famous for it's huge amounts of powder snow, Niseko is in the top ten of the worlds snowiest places, so snow is always a guarantee.  Located in Hokkaido, north Japan, it's a perfect destination for a ski holiday combined with experiencing Japans' fascinating culture.

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Verbier - Switzerland

One of the worlds most glamorous and luxurious resorts does not come cheap, however you do get what you pay for! With some of the worlds' best hotels and spas, Verbier is the resort of choice for the rich and famous and royalty. With a ski area over four valleys, with terrain suitable for intermediate and advanced skiers and a great après' scene, Verbier is the best place for anyone looking for a ski holiday with huge amounts of sophistication.

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St Anton- Austria

St Anton is a resort that has something for everybody, even if you don’t ski, this resort has a wide range of activities to keep everyone entertained. St Anton has a charming village with a variety of shops, cafes and spas and some of the best après ski in Europe, it’s a highly recommended resort for groups in search of a lively trip.

With some great intermediate ski terrain, St Anton is the perfect destination for a European ski break. 

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Aspen, Colorado

The Rocky Mountains attract people from all over the world to their slopes every year. If you're looking for a chic and stylish ski resort then this just may be the place for you.

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Val d'Isere, France

Val d 'Isere is the perfect ski destination if you're looking to stay in Europe for your holiday. This popular resort is not only beautiful and easily accessible from the UK it is a great place to learn to ski or to perfect the skills you already have. And the après-ski is also fun packed and great for large groups of friends.

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Chamonix, Mont-Blanc, France

Chamonix is found at the foot of Mont-Blanc, France. With stunning scenery and some world class ski runs it's the perfect resort for both beginner and more advanced skiers and snowboarders. 

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Zermatt, Valais Switzerland

Takes to the slopes in Valais, Zermatt and you'll be able to enjoy the excellent snow it receives as a result of its altitude and you can make the most of the resorts relaxing atmosphere and stunning landscape...

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Saas- Fee, Zermatt Switzerland

...And the Saas Fee resort which is also in Zermatt has some rather interesting places for you to take a break. Deck chairs in the snow! Enjoy the blue skies and the snow with a trip to this resort.

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Vail, Colorado

Looking cool on the slopes, this woman enjoys the snow in Vail, Colorado. Not only will you find great skiing in Vail, but you can also make the most of the excellent facilities including ice skating, ballooning and then venture indoors out of the cold and explore the various art galleries and museums there are to see.

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Mount- Tremblant, Qubec

This is the colourful resort of Mount-Tremblant in Quebec and it's picturesque all year round.

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Kitzbuhel, Austria

And last but not least, the alpine village of Kitzbuhel in Austria is bursting with charm and is surrounded by breathtaking scenery, the perfect destination this winter.

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Contributors: Justin North (Whistler, St Mortiz, Niseko,Verbier,St Anton)

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