With winter 2014 now in full swing, it’s
understandable that you might want to head to the slopes and break out the
skis. That’s why the Michael Tiplady blog wants to ask; what are the top five ski
destinations in 2014?
This isn’t a simple question. You obviously want to
get the most out of your ski trip and there’s a ton of things you need to
consider. What’ll be best for your level of ski experience? Which is the most
scenic? Which has the best facilities for families? That’s why we’ve got a list
of our top five ski resorts this year; choose what’s best for you.
Whistler
Blackcomb
There are so many of us out there who want to get into skiing but get intimidated when
we see more experienced skiers on the slopes. If this is you, Whistler
Blackcomb in Vancouver, Canada is the perfect place for you.
Two hours’ drive North of Vancouver; Whistler
Blackcomb is a major ski resort in British Columbia. Commercial at its heart,
it boasts slopes for peoples of all levels, as well as other features such as a
tubing hill. Great fun if you’re just starting out!
Squaw
Valley
Some people ski for the scenery and the sun, and if
this is you then you just have to take a trip to sun soaked Squaw Valley on the
shores of Lake Tahoe.
A four hour drive from commercial hub San Francisco,
California, Squaw Valley boasts epic slopes with breathtaking panoramas. It has
two top notch ski resorts and a general west coast outlook that has you relaxed
in no time.
St
Anton
If you want to ski in the day and bring the house down
at night then you have to try St Anton, the perfect 2014 ski resort for the
party animal who loves the slopes.
Located a short two hour drive from Zurich on the
other side of the Austrian/Swiss border, this Austrian ski resort has wicked
slopes and the small town is nowhere near as sleepy as it sounds. It’s got a
nightlife that’ll leave you energized for your next run on the slopes.
Arc
1950
The great thing about skiing is that it can be a
family activity too. If you want to take to the slope with your loved ones this
year then why not try the gorgeous Arc 1950 ski resort.
Nestled up high in the heart of the French Alps, it’s
only a short two hour drive from global city Geneva and boasts fun activities
for the whole family. It has all manner of slopes as well, so the kids aren’t
left in any danger.
Tignes
However there are some people out there who aren’t
beginners, who want the challenge of the thrill. If this is you then you have
to head to Tignes.
A three hour drive from Geneva, Tignes is a French
Alps ski resort that has great facilities for snow boarders as well. It’s so
extreme it’s even the home of France’s annual European X Games; it really is
the place for the daredevil in you.
