The ski season is upon us and for those who are looking for something more than just a short weekend on the slopes of central Europe, we’ve teamed up with www.skisafari.com to choose some of the top ski adventures on offer this winter.
SWEDISH ARCTIC SAFARI
If you want to push the boundaries, then a 10-night Åre and the Arctic adventure will satiate most appetites hungry for adventure while also offering the chance to see the Northern Lights. This trip begins in Åre, Scandinavia’s premier mountain resort, where passionate winter sports enthusiasts can ease their way in gently with a few days skiing. After a couple of days take the overnight sleeper train 200km north of the Arctic circle to Riksgränsen, the world’s northernmost ski destination and one of the best places to see the Northern Lights. After heli-skiing, the next overnight adventure stop is at the original Swedish ICEHOTEL, where you can try a few new experiences such as ice sculpting, snowmobiling, ice carving or reindeer sledding.
Ten nights’ B&B starts from £1,699 per person
SKI & SUN – WHISTLER AND HAWAII
If you want fun on the slopes as well as relaxing in the sunshine on the beach then a Ski & Sun holiday offers the best of both worlds. Ski Safari’s most popular combination is Whistler and Hawaii. A must-ski resort thanks to its awesome skiing terrain, Whistler also boasts great accommodation and an energetic village vibe. Swap the crisp mountain air and white snow for the white sandy beaches and tropical sunshine of Hawaii. There are few better places than Maui to soak up the sunshine and relax but equally more energetic couples can discover a host of activities, including surfing, windsurfing, kitesurfing, diving, snorkelling, hiking, whale watching and more.
Fourteen nights’ B&B starts from £2150 per person
UTAH AND LAS VEGAS SAFARI
For couples with a sense of fun and a spirit of adventure, the Utah and Las Vegas Safari offers one of the best-value experiences. The diversity offered on this trip is what makes it such a unique and memorable choice, combining some of the best skiing and boarding in Utah with a sensational road trip through the US national parks, before rounding off with a couple of nights in Las Vegas.
Fourteen nights’ B&B starts from £1325 per person
COLORADO AND THE CARIBBEAN – Aspen and Barbados
The Caribbean is up there as one of the most popular destinations for couples and combining it with a ski break in Colorado creates an added twist. For the ultimate in big name resorts, start in Aspen. This world-famous resort is one of the most attractive in Colorado, offering some of America’s most luxurious accommodation in Aspen town. After living it up in Aspen add a bit of contrast and spend some time on one of the Caribbean’s most popular islands, laid-back Barbados. With winter temperatures averaging 25°C there will be plenty of time to relax in the crystal clear waters and on the beautiful sandy beaches.
Fourteen nights’ B&B starts from £2150 per person
POWDER HIGHWAY
If you love powder skiing then a journey down the Powder Highway is a sure way to guarantee some amazing memories. This Safari takes in the resorts of Kicking Horse, Revelstoke, Lake Louise and Banff. As one of British Columbia’s most unique ski resorts, Kicking Horse has some incredible terrain that will test even the most committed skiers and boarders to their limits. Meanwhile Revelstoke is one of the only resorts in the world where you can lift-ski, cat-ski and heli-ski from the same base area and boasts some of the best tree skiing and awesome steeps. With its spectacular scenery, perfectly groomed pistes and variety of terrain, complete your trip with a classic town stay in Banff or Lake Louise.
Fourteen nights’ B&B starts from £1449 per person
