Fans of winter extreme recreation rejoice in the onset of cold weather and snow like no other. Although skiing and snowboarding can be done at any time of the year if opportunities are available, the main thing is to choose the right place.
Russia
The most famous resort in the country, of course, is Krasnaya Polyana in Sochi. After the 2014 Olympics, he acquired the infrastructure. Tickets to Sochi from Moscow and St. Petersburg can be found relatively inexpensive, but hotels and prices for everything else cannot be called low.
Other, more inaccessible resorts can be found in the Altai mountains. In Sheregesh, for example, the season lasts from November to the end of April. Altai resorts have fewer people, lower prices and stunningly beautiful views.
Georgia
In neighboring Georgia there are resorts of the European standard - Gudauri and Baduriani. Trails and conditions will delight even professionals. If we take into account the inexpensive flight from Russia, then this is an excellent solution for those who decided to save money this year.
Austria
This country has resorts with slopes for every taste: for beginners and pros. Most of the mountain resorts are concentrated near the towns of Salzburg and Innsbruck. Landscapes of incredible beauty, but, unfortunately, traditionally high prices for this country.
Italy
Northern Italy is a paradise for ski lovers. A variety of ski resorts are concentrated in the Dolomites. Passo Tonale is an ideal place for the first steps and for the intermediate level of skiing, Corvara is suitable for the more experienced. In Italy, you can find picturesque towns and villages right in the mountains, places for parties, for a secluded vacation, for skiing with children. All this is accompanied by the beloved by all Italian cuisine, excellent wine and more or less reasonable prices in comparison with Austria, Switzerland and France.
France
Chamonix - Alpine ski slopes near the famous Mont Blanc mountain. In summer, it is a great place for climbers and mountain bikers.
Alpe de Hughes is the sunniest ski resort in the world, with over 300 days of sunshine a year. So, in order for residents of central Russia to receive the necessary ultraviolet light, it is not at all necessary to go to tropical countries.
It is also worth mentioning the famous Courchevel, popular among the stars of Russian show business.
Norway
First of all, it is Lillehammer, who, like Sochi, managed to visit the capital of the Winter Olympic Games. This means that both the tracks and the infrastructure there are at the highest level. In addition, Norway itself is one of the countries with the highest standard of living, so there is no doubt about the quality of recreation.
USA
Alas, this direction cannot be called easily accessible. Visa, flight, and accommodation prices for Russians are now very high. But for those who can afford it, there is plenty to choose from. One of the most famous resorts, Aspen, is located in Colorado, where you can very well meet a Hollywood celebrity.
Chile
Summer can be a ski season too. When it's summer in our latitudes, it's winter in the other hemisphere. If you can afford to fly to another continent and ride in the Andes, then Chile is the best option. Not far from the capital, Santiago, there are resorts such as Valle Nevado, La Parva, Portillo. In addition to excellent trails and stunning views, there are also thermal springs nearby. The season here lasts from June to the end of September. And the country itself is very unusual and interesting.
