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Skiing has become more accessible than many non-skiers imagine over the years and there are surprisingly affordable deals for travellers on a range of budgets.

But there’s still something about skiing that lends itself so well to the world of luxury and exclusive travel.

The rarefied experience of enjoying a bracing pastime in some of the world’s most stunning natural surroundings, the cosy ambience of quality accommodation, and the awesome apres-ski culture are all tied together by an alchemical je ne sais quoi to produce unique vacations that are uncommonly good.

Today, iconic resort names like Chamonix, Courchevel, Lech, Courmayeur, Aspen and Whistler are synonymous with high-end holiday experiences where the accommodation, cuisine and entertainment are as excellent as the powder, pistes and parks.

Furthermore, since skiing has become a favourite pastime for everyone from royals to business magnates and movie stars over the years, the cachet of famous ski resorts has grown considerably, making long weekends and weeks away in the world’s most famous ski locations rare treats for anyone celebrating a special occasion or simply indulging themselves.

If you want to find some of the most competitive deals on the most famous ski resorts in Europe and beyond, Erna Low can help you glam it up with comprehensive and customised ski holiday package deals including everything from aesthetically pleasing accommodation to personal ski lessons and ski passes included.

When you want luxury ski holidays in the best resorts in the business, talk to us first.

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Why choose Erna Low for famous ski resort deals?

With a history in the snowsports sector that stretches back to 1932, we’re industry pioneers who organised the world’s first ski chalet holidays in Austria. Ever since those early days, introducing visitors to the magic of the mountains has been our business and we’re as passionate about delivering high quality ski breaks in the most beautiful ski resorts as ever.

This means that when you allow us the privilege of arranging your ski holiday in some of the world’s best resorts, quality connects every component like a golden thread ̶ from your ski apartment or hotel to your ski passes, every element is second to none.

History of luxury ski travel

Some luxury ski holidays have a long history in the industry ̶ in fact people have been taking winter sports breaks in Switzerland’s St Moritz since way back in 1864. However, many of the world’s modern ski areas were born in the 1960s, when there was a massive boom in ski resort construction all over the world which resulted in names like Niesko in Japan, Canada’s Fernie, and La Plagne in France becoming familiar names to anyone who wanted to swap their annual sun, sea and sand break for snow, skis and schnapps.

Resorts which were based near traditional mountain villages sometimes blended the authentic existing architecture with chalet style accommodation and amenities, giving the entire village a chocolate box appearance, although a handful of entirely purpose-built resorts incorporated modern architecture with a bold aesthetic vision.

Whether you choose chalets, apartments or hotels, there are still many resorts worldwide where the accommodation quality is comparable to that on offer in plush city neighbourhoods, the skiing and snowboarding provision is outstanding, and the apres-ski and off-slope entertainment are excellent too.

As the world’s best ski resort continually tweak and improve their offering, we’re on hand to arrange exceptional winter sports experiences which you’ll cherish forever.

World’s best places to ski

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With so many global ski resorts to choose from, it’s tough creating a short list of the best places to ski. However, there are a select few ski locations that have perfected the balance between natural beauty, snow quality, apres-ski and accommodation. Here are a few of the world’s best places to ski:

  • Whistler Blackcomb is the largest winter sports area in North America and Canada’s most renowned ski resort. This combined ski domain harnesses the expansive powder bowls of Whistler Mountain and the natural blessings of Blackcomb’s Horstman Glacier to create an impressive mountain playground that features over 200 immaculate runs connected by an uber-efficient lift system. Combine this perfect positioning with unparalleled Pacific views and a high-end full-service resort and you’ve got one of the world’s premier ski resorts to contend with.


  • Val d’Isère in France is one of Europe’s most famous high-altitude ski resorts and along with sister resort Tignes, it forms the Espace Killy Ski Area, a gorgeous and gargantuan ski domain with 300km of terrain connected by 150 lifts. This is one of the world’s best areas for expert skiers, with a large proportion of tricky black runs, but it’s also a paradise for off-piste skiers, with the ungroomed areas above the treeline in Tignes presenting a vertiginous challenge even to time-tested experts. Off the slopes, there’s a range of quality accommodation which will feel like a home from home, while the apres-ski at venues like La Folie Douce is legendary.


  • Kitzbühel is one of Austria’s most desirable snowsports locations and its picture-postcard resort buildings and mountain chalets endow it with a terrific traditional charm. There’s a 170km skiable area in the local resort area and 280km in the wider SkiWelt area, with some challenging super-long runs down from the top of the Hahnenkamm Mountain, complemented by a clutch of cruisy blues and enjoyable reds, as well as a terrain park that’s a magnet for freestyle boarders. Again, this is a high-end ski resort with a mix of tasteful accommodation options, and its collection of chic boutiques, trendy cafes and impressive architecture architecture have earned it the nickname Glitzy Kitz.

Most expensive ski resorts

You can expect quality and good customer service at any Erna Low partner ski resort, regardless of its position on the price scale, but the most expensive ski resorts in the world always deliver that little but extra which turns a great ski holiday into a completely unforgettable experience. Here’s a sneak peak at those international ski resorts where luxury is standard:

  • Courchevel is a classy French ski resort in the massive Three Valleys ski area and if you’re a foodie, your taste buds will be in seventh heaven here. Seven Courchevel restaurants share a constellation of no less than 12 Michelin stars, so when it comes to haute cuisine, the highest standards possible apply. But that’s not all, because there are several four, five and Palace-rated hotels here and more bijou designer boutiques than you can shake a jewel-encrusted ski stick at. If you want to let your hair down, there are plenty of establishments where you can let loose, including La Grange, a high-end club where the champagne- and cocktail-fuelled party continues until 5am.


  • Cortina d’Ampezzo is arguably Italy’s most fashionable ski resort, which is quite a claim to fame in a country that prides itself on staying at the cutting edge of style. A traditional mountain town in the Dolomite mountains, the centre of the resort is a cluster of elegant 19th century mansions with a distinctive green and white belltower as the centrepiece. The car-free main drag is the Corso Italia and it’s peppered with high-end boutiques and chic cafes, while the bars of Piazza Venezia is the place to be for the beautiful people who gather each evening for glam nights out in the resort’s salubrious bars and nightclubs.


  • Yellowstone Club in Montana is the world’s only completely members-only ski resort and it’s located just half an hour north of Yellowstone National Park, therefore as you might expect, the scenery is absolutely stunning. Frequented by hedge fund managers, captains of industry and members of America’s ‘old money’ set, this is an ultra-luxe destination where security is said to be controlled by former US Secret Service operatives. The private residences are as plush as the world’s poshest hotels and the ‘sugar shacks’ of Yellowstone serve artisan coffee and divine desserts.

World’s most famous apres-ski venues

Having a choice of swish and swanky places to eat, drink and be merry during your soirees is another essential ingredient of the world’s best ski resorts. Whether you like sipping vin chaud in a comfy ski-in café by the side of the piste, sipping champers on a sunny terrace, chatting over cocktails in a laid-back lounge or dancing on table tops after a toffee vodka or three, you’ll find something to float your boat. To whet your appetite, here’s the lowdown on the world’s most famous apres-ski venues:

  • Trofana Alm in Austria’s Ischgl is a destination you definitely don’t want to miss when you’re holidaying in this terrific Tyrolean ski resort. A rustic barn converted to a two-storey pub, the oompah and disco music is turned up to maximum overdrive as revellers belt out the lyrics in impromptu singalongs, dance on the tables and enjoy lashings of apple schnapps.


  • Oasis Champagne Bar in Aspen is a movable feast of bobby goodness which pops up at various locations in Aspen Mountain throughout the season, serving ice cold bottles of Veuve Clicquot champagne and caviar. If you follow the resort’s social media accounts closely, you can find out where it’s going to materialise next and be first in line for a fresh glass of the good stuff.


  • Bar Gyu + in Japan’s trendy Niseko ski resort is a ‘secret’ bar which is a bit like a snowbound speakeasy. Also known as the Fridge Door bar, its unassuming entrance is a small red freezer door in a snowbank, but once you’re inside you’ll fall in love with its comfy retro furnishings, jazz soundtrack and creative cocktails prepared perfectly by resident mixologists.


  • Le Rond Point is an institution in the famous French resort of Meribel. Affectionately known as Ronnie’s to the initiated, this iconic bar located just off the Marmotte piste keeps the party going 7 days a week with DJs and live bands every afternoon and a massive terrace with mountain views where a friendly crowd gathers every afternoon and drinks industrial volumes of toffee vodka, the go-to refreshment in this lively and wonderfully welcoming establishment.


  • The Poppenberg-Hütte is located in Winterberg, on of the best German ski resorts. Its traditional décor, roaring fireplace, quality music and fresh draught beer make it one of the most popular hangout spots in this excellent resort.

    As you can see, you’ll find everything from a quiet beer to a magnum of champagne in the amazing après venues that complement the world’s most famous resorts.

Call 0203 011 1222 To Book Your Beginner Ski Holiday Today!

FAQs

What is the most famous ski resort in Europe?

Ski resorts gain fame and popularity for different reasons so it might be a challenge to crown one resort as the most famous in Europe. Val Thorens is famous for its high-altitude and north-facing slopes; Verbier for its celebrity pull and Chamonix for its Mont Blanc views and buzzing aprés ski.

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