Five Best Skiing Destinations

Finally, you are set for that little winter getaway you've been planning for the longest time. You got all your bags packed and your snowboard and skis ready. There is only one thing left to take care of, this is your only vacation in years and yet you do not know where to go. Here are the top five skiing and snowboarding places that you may choose from.

First on the list is Aspen, Colorado. Known as the winter playground for the rich and famous, Aspen is one of the most famous skiing destinations in America. Made up of four mountains connected, it has ski slopes with varying levels of difficulty, making it more accommodating to skiers of all skills and experience. However, due to its popularity among the more affluent crowd, prices could be higher than average. Some hotels that you can consider staying when in Aspen are Hyatt Grand Aspen and Sky Hotel.

Next is Stowe, Vermont. If you are looking for a picturesque view of the mountains while sliding down the slopes, then Stowe is the place to go. A winter paradise with an extreme side, Stowe boasts of the biggest vertical drop. Two resorts in the area are Spruce Park and Mansfield. The area also has over a hundred places for shopping and restaurants to cater to tourists who are looking for a break after a long day of skiing.

With the largest ski area of 5,300 acres, Vail, Colorado is also one of the premier ski destinations. Dubbed as America's favorite winter resort, Vail has the fastest detachable quads on one mountain. Other than skiing, one can also do other activities in Vail such as ballooning, dogsledding, ice-skating and trips to several museums. Due to this, Vail has become one of the premiere winter destinations for the entire family.

Lake Louis, Alberta is next on the list. Known as one of the most beautiful mountain resorts in Canada, it is located in the middle of Banff National Park and has 3 ski destinations namely Lake Louise, Sunshine Village and Mystic Ridge. These resorts are attractive to the more experience of skiers as the area has some of the most difficult and challenging slopes.

Rounding up the list is the ski resort known as the World's most favorite ski resort," Whistler Blackcomb, British Columbia. It has everything every snowboarder, skier, and snow sports enthusiast want in a resort. It also has shops and restaurants that cater to tourists from all over the world. International cuisines are being served and the warm and comforting feel of the area serves as a nice refuge from the cold weather. Some of the places to stay in the area are Crystal lodge and Summit lodge and Spa.

So there you have it, five of the best ski destinations. Hopefully, this may help you decide on where to go on that well deserved winter getaway. However, no matter where you decide to go, always be safe and enjoy the freedom that the great winter outdoors offer.