Ski Resorts:

Get your thermals on for the ultimate in winter sports

Winter sports are one of the most popular winter getaways. Great snow, quality skiing, alpine air and vibrant nights out make for a refreshing and galvanising holiday. We've looked at the best places for a variety of ski skill levels and preferences: so get your skis on for our Top 10 Best Ski Resorts.

1. Galtur - Austria
   A fantastic, all-round resort that offers great snow-sure skiing, traditional Tyrolean-style, high quality accommodation and plenty of non-ski activities. Particularly attractive for families.

2. Levi - Finland
   Levi attracts visitors from all corners of the globe, seeking extraordinary experiences that only Lapland can offer.

   Norwich Union Travel Insurance verdict: best for families.

3. Soldeu - Andorra
   Wide, confidence boosting blue runs and long, tree lined reds ... a great all round ski area for all abilities but especially beginners.

4. Beitostolen - Sweden
   Friendly, safe and fun for beginners and families. As well as uncrowded, gentle slopes perfect for learning and improving, the ski resort of Beitostolen offers plenty of non-ski activities geared to the whole family.

   Norwich Union Travel Insurance verdict: best for beginners.

5. Solden - Austria
   Traditional Tyrolean style hotels and private houses run along the floor of this tree filled valley, while the ski area enjoys excellent snow reliability, an extensive network of slopes and two glaciers. Then there's the very lively après-ski and nightlife. Try it, you won't be disappointed!

6. Tignes - France
   High, snow-sure and frankly superb riding. Enjoy the skiing and snowboarding.

   Norwich Union Travel Insurance verdict: best for intermediate skills.

7. Kicking Horse - Canada
   A haven for intermediate and advanced skiers, the mountain is awesome - some chutes have to be seen to be believed!

8. The Three Valleys - France
   One of the most famous and largest ski areas in the world. The Three Valleys is made up of six resorts. Courchevel, Meribel, Mottaret, La Tania, Val Thorens and Les Menuires - and all provide easy access to the extensive ski area.

   Norwich Union Travel Insurance verdict: best for advanced skiers.

9. Pas De La Casa, Andorra
   Pas de la Casa may not be Andorra's most attractive of resorts but it is definitely the party town, popular with many Brits who go for the great nightlife. The skiing is great too, suited to all levels and now covering Soldeu and El Tarter ski areas.

10. Saalbach - Austria
    The Saalbach-Hinterglemm Ski Circus is one of the best-suited resorts if you're a keen intermediate looking for a ski area that offers great progression. Take your pick from a good choice of après-ski venues whether it's tempting cafés, cosy stuberls or mountain bars - at their liveliest between 4pm and 8pm.

    Norwich Union Travel Insurance verdict: best for the après ski night life.

 

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