Calling all ski virgins!

Ski trips. Everyone, just about everyone, rants and raves about them. And you’ve no idea why? That’s because you’ve never tried it. So what are you waiting for? Get your ski boots on and brave those slopes because we guarantee you’ll have the time of your life.

Ok, so the thing that puts most ski novices off is the fear of skiing itself. Those winding slopes can look scary and it can be tricky getting to grips with the techniques. Nobody wants to be the one looking like a clown up there, but the truth is just about everyone falls over at some point and everyone is having so much fun nobody really notices if you’ve fallen over and crashed into someone/something for the zillionth time. So, go for it. We promise you’ll have the time of your life.

Skiing holidays are perfect for everyone – family trips, honeymoons, singles...they are the perfect balance of relaxation and partying. There is ample opportunity for you to unwind in the chalet taking in the stunning views while supping a warming glass of mulled wine as well as a bustling nightlife to enjoy with all the other skiers in the many pubs on hand at the resorts: it really is the best of both worlds.

So, now that we’ve established how truly brilliant skiing holidays are, all you need to do is decide where to go...not such an easy task given the amazing contenders out there from France and Switzerland to Canada! The good news is that you’ll have a great time no matter where you go, the better news is that you’ll be hooked after your first go so in a few years’ time you’ll have worked your way through all the top ski hotspots! Here are our top five ski destinations for you to get stuck into:

Whistler, Canada

Kitzbuhel, Austria

Zermatt, Switzerland

Chamonix-Mont-Blanc, France

Hemsedal, Norway

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