5 Most Beautiful Ski Resorts Around The World

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 5 of the world’s best ski resorts.

* 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.

* 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.

* 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.

* 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.

* Girdwood, Alaska

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.