Tired of all the chaos of city life? 

Can’t find a getaway from this black hole of a pandemic? 

Need something therapeutic to get back on track with a rebooted soul and mind?

To get all these right, winter is coming. Yup! Time to plan your next ski getaway and hit the slopes. ‘Cause, a wise man once said, “Skiing is expensive, but it’s cheaper than therapy”. So, why wait? Let’s get some ideas on the best ski resorts around the world and treat yourself to a perfect sanative ski holiday to push away all the post-pandemic blues.

The Best Resort?

With crisp pistes and amazing mountain views, there are thousands of ski resorts around the world to choose from. The best resort is just not about piles of powder, tricky runs, and tons of mountains to explore. It must offer a lot off the mountain too- from great food and good wine to ice skating and dog sledding. But this year, in the time of COVID-19 restrictions, don’t just be concerned about 5-star spas and galleries. Rather keep safety at the top of your list of ‘must haves’ while choosing a luxury ski resort.

Here we have tried to make a list of 5 top-ranked ski resorts for a safe and relaxing luxury ski vacation in 2021 for your next downhill expedition. Let’s have a look!

Aspen Highlands, Colorado

Imagine enjoying the serene wilderness in a sled ride pulled by dogs or huskies. How about a snowmobile adventure to the core of Pyramid Peak or Maroon Bells? If you want to turn these sweet thoughts into reality, one of the most intense, wild, and fun skiing on this planet is waiting for you at Aspen Highlands. 

Famous for the Highland Bowl and its breathtaking views of the surrounding Maroon Bells, and long and challenging steeps, this resort has not only been the locals’ favorite for over 50 years but also renowned as one of the top ski resorts worldwide. 

Wide-open groomers, 4 world-class mountains offering a wide range of terrain, lots of beginner and intermediate runs, and on-snow activities along with 5-star lodging, restaurants, and shopping, Aspen often tops the list of the most luxurious places to ski on the planet. 

Details:

• Base Elevation: 8,040 ft (2,451 m)
• Summit elevation: 11,675 ft./3,559 m. 
• Terrain: 1,028 acres
• Trails: 118 (84 miles/135 km)
• Lift hours: All lifts open at 9 am.  All other lifts close at 3:30 pm.
• Ski Area: 1,040 acres
• Vertical rise: 3,635 ft./1,108 m.
• Hours of Operation: Mon-Sunday (9:00 am-4:00 pm)
• Season: Dec-April
• Nearby Resorts: Aspen Mountain, Buttermilk, Snowmass.

Courchevel, France

Featuring 4 different village areas winding up slopes, a massive expanse of terrain, the huge area used for dining, spa, shopping, and nightlife options within a few steps, Courchevel is France’s most premium luxury ski resort. This French Alps ski resort is the most westernized resort of the biggest connected ski area of this planet, Les Trois Vallées. Be it its high elevation airport for private jets or the hardest black runs in the world- this well-rounded, glamorous resort offers you an experience of a lifetime. 

Consisting of 5-star hotels with gorgeous spa, beautiful suites, slope view bar, top restaurants, and an easy walk to town- it’s definitely the perfect place for the skiers to stay for the best French ski vacation. No wonder why Courchevel is the go-to place of the Royal family and the celebrities!

Details: 

• Summit Elevation: 8,989′
• Vertical: 4,724′
• Highest Elevation: Courchevel 1850
• Highest Point: Saulire
• Area: 1210 acres
• Lifts: 57
• Trails: 100 miles

Deer Valley Resort, Utah

Located 58 km east of Park City, Utah, Deer Valley is ranked among the top ski resorts in the world for its upscale amenities like free ski valets, groomed-to-perfection slopes, on-site child care, free parking shuttles, fine gourmet dining, and boutique shopping. It is popular among visitors for being less crowded and using more grooming equipment than other ski resorts in the area. It has a total uphill lift capacity of 50,470 skiers per hour which is approximately 50% higher than the neighboring resorts.

This European-style resort provides a full-service spa, a ski school, and 3 ski rental shops. It has 180 amazingly designed rooms outfitted with private jetted tubs and fireplaces, price range starting from $700/night.

Things might feel a bit different during your visit to Deer Valley this year because of the pandemic but maintaining all the safety regulations, the warm service of the staff to provide you a memorable experience will remain constant.

Whistler, Canada

If you don’t want to miss out on the breathtaking views and soothing mountain-town feeling, Whistler is one of the best skiing resorts to give it a go. Frequently ranked as the number one ski resort in North America, Whistler is a beautiful backdrop for a winter vacation offering two mountains to explore. It’s situated at the Coast Mountains, 75  miles north of Vancouver. 

Having plenty of luxurious spas, unique shopping and delicious food places, Whistler’s facilities are unparalleled! It was the location of the 2010 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games too.

Gstaad, Switzerland

Nestled in the magnificent Alpine mountains,  Gstaad is called the ‘last paradise in a crazy world’. Its magnificent luxury hotels, shopping malls, and leisure activities around the year like skiing and snowboarding for both novice and professionals,  make it one of the largest and most luxurious ski resorts in Europe. It has 220km of slopes, a glacier ski area, and ski touring and in the “Super Ski Region,” it has over 70 lifts, 6 sectors, and 250 kilometers of trails.

Switzerland is a multicultural country, lets the visitors at the resort have the opportunity to experience two large ethnicities, French and German. With a serene countryside environment, crowd-free area, and amazing long runs, the Swiss resort of fairy tales is famous for its glamorous attitude to life.