When the leaves fall from the trees, and the cities of the North begin to have the first snowfalls, impatience begins to grow between the lovers of skiing and snowboarding. Parties with barbecue and swimming pool dreams pass quickly to the hot chocolate and slopes of slopes of Virgin snow with a thickness which reaches down to theknees. The ski and snowboard season is something dream of year-round real enthusiasts of snow, great expectations and hopes of that mother nature provide ideal conditions for as long as possible. The serene environment provided by these destinations makes them places of must-see for those travelers who prefer to go to cold destinations and looking to experience the best that winter has to offer.
10 -High / Snowbird, USA
Utah is synonymous with skiing and snowboarding and the neighbouring tourist hotels of Alta and Snowbird are possibly two of the best in the State. The debate is long and passionate in terms of what complex brings together the best qualities for anexperience in the snow, so if ask you a local, get ready for a story. Alta has the advantage of snow with a constant annual average of 530 inches, although there is no who compete with the slopes of Snowbird. The ski lifts rates are fairly low and the location is a short flight from many of the major cities of United States , high and Snowbird are perfect places for a quick getaway weekend of skiing or snowboarding.
9 Verbier, Switzerland
This holiday and ski resort is located in one of the main focuses of Europe for the winter sports, the Swiss Alps. Some tracks are covered with snow throughout the year,so it is no surprise that some of the best skiers in the world have settled in the areaof Verbier in order to take advantage of these excellent conditions. Verbier is not only a fantastic destination in itself, but it also is part of four valleys skiing, which includes the nearby neighbouring regions. Verbier is known for his off track, or unmarked areas, which have gained popularity in recent years.
8- Las Lenas, Argentina
Although South America might not be the first place that come you to mind when thinking about skiing and snowboarding destinations, Las Lenas in Argentina is famous for its excellent climate and its powder snow offer an excellent opportunity to practice skiing or snowboarding extreme. Nestled in the mountains of the Andes, Las Lenas has facilities to suit everyone, from beginners to those interested in the most difficult of challenges. Located in the southern hemisphere, the season lasts from mid-June to mid-October, and offers mountain biking, rock climbing and horseback riding in the warmer months.
7 -Breckenridge, USA
Perennially one of the most visited ski resorts in the Western Hemisphere, Breckenridge is located in the State of Colorado. These tracks are located between the famous fourteeners of Colorado, which is a group of 53 peaks that rise to 4,200 meters ormore. The location of the city between these peaks is responsible for that skiing conditions as optimal in Breck. In 2008, Breckenridge hosted the Winter Dew Tour, the first tour of action sports for winter sports, which still held in Breckenridge every year. Many of the major stars visit Breckenridge for this event, including the legendaryU.S. snowboarder Shaun White. The site remains one of the main destinations, sincethey modernized it and updated periodically.
6- Zakopane, Poland
Although Zakopane still not earned the right to organize the Winter Olympics, around 250,000 tourists visit the area annually. It is located just near the border betweenPoland and Slovakia, Zakopane is in a valley between the Tatra mountains (which are the highest mountains of Poland) and Gubalowka Hill. With many slopes suitable for all levels, from beginners to experts, anyone can enjoy the unspoiled nature of Zakopane and its majestic landscapes. The most popular months for tourists are December to February, as people come to enjoy some of the best Alpine skis and background, not to mention snowboarding and jumping with skis.
5-Livigno, Italy
Skiers and snowboarders know Livigno, situated in the Alps of Northern Italy, as a destination is relatively inexpensive to visit. Because of this, the area attracts a younger clientele with more energy. So get ready because the area becomes a big party during the high season, when young travelers are going on vacation to this city's Festival of the Alps. Livigno has 110 km of ski slopes ranging from beginners to experts,as well as one of the best parks in the Alps. With special laws where taxes are not paid for the tourists, Livigno it makes a very affordable and fun destination that makesit very popular in winter.
4- Vail, USA
Vail Ski Resort, located in Eagle County, Colorado, is the second largest in a single Mountain in the UnitedStates. Its 5,000 skiable hectares are surrounded by more than 350,000 hectares of natural forest. The site is owned by Vail Resorts, which also owns Breckenridge, so expect to find is a topnotch ski resort. The town of Vail, whichis located at the base of the mountain, offers charming shops, restaurants with verygood reviews and a free bus system. Vail offers a wide variety of options for beginners and for professionals, as well as for those who practice snowboard, which makesit a popular destination among travelers.
3-St. Anton, Austria
Another complex located in the Alps, this time on the side of Austria (also known asthe Tyrolean Alps), Antón usually appears as one of the best resorts in the world forskiers and snowboarders. Thereare more than 320 km of perfectly prepared pistes and 193 km of tracks of deep snow, a llowing you to enjoy everything with a single ski pass. St. Anton also has tracks for all levels, having many beginners, intermediate options and some of the most stunning extreme ski slopes in the world. It is not only famous for their tracks, St. Anton is also widely known for having some of the best après-ski and nightlife of any Austrian ski resort.
2 -Niseko, Japan
Located on the northern island of Hokkaido, Niseko is widely regarded as one of the5 best Japan ski destinations. A group of 5 stations operated independently, which are also interconnected and surround the Mt. Niseko Annupuri 1,307 meters. The main feature that attracts so many people to this so far ski destination is the amazing amount of snow powder that falls here, as a result of the almost constant storms thatcome from the neighboring Siberia. The average annual snowfall is 1498 cm, so theconditions of snow powder are first. The area is also known for its night skiing, sincethe mountain boasts stadium-type lighting. Japan is a long journey from North America, but the Australians can take advantage of these fantastic ski/snowboard conditions by taking a 10-hour flight.
1. Whistler Blackcomb, Canada
For many reasons, Whistler Blackcomb is the biggest ski resort of North America. The 50% larger than the nearest resort, boasts the largest load capacity slope upwards,and even holds the record for cable car high and long wireless support between Whistler and Blackcomb mountains in the upper part. It receives more than 2 million visitors a year, and in 2010 hosted a series of events for the Winter Olympics. The site is a bit more focused towards experienced snowboarders and skiers, but still has 35 tracks for beginners. The village of Whistler is also an attraction in itself, with shops, restaurants and some bars for a perfect night of skiing holiday.
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