Top three resorts in America

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America is a population skiing destination and it is not hard to see why. Its resorts receive around double the amount of snow in a season compared to a French resort and have some of the freshest powder around. There are plenty of American resorts to choose from but we have picked out our favourites.

Whistler, Canada – Unrivalled ski destination

Spread over 8000 acres of mountain terrain, including a dozen alpine bowls, several glaciers and more than 200 marked trails this beautiful resort is situation along the stunning coast mountains of British Columbia and just 75 miles north of Vancouver is the world’s top ski resort, Whistler. It is served by 33 lifts, meaning you only ever have to take one or two lifts to get to most parts of the resort. A popular resort for A-list celebs and some of the luxury ski chalets and catered ski chalets will make you feel like a celebrity yourself. Whistler held the 2010 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games, firmly establishing Whistler’s place on the world stage.

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Jackson Hole, USA –Lots of new additions for this season

The best place to take a ski holiday in USA is the Jackson Hole resort set in the heart of the Tetons – Rendezvous and Après Vous mountains. You will have a completely unique experience on and off the pistes in this authentic, old fashioned, Western town complete with raised wooden boardwalks and traditional cowboy saloons. There are excellent skiing conditions which make it a perfect destination for professionals as it features vertical runs, deep powder and narrow chutes. A re-designed kid’s ranch for this season makes it a great place for a family ski holiday. Other additions include a new lift and increased snow making are just some of the improvements that have taken place for this coming season.

Banff, Canada – One the largest resorts in North America

Choose a ski holiday in Canada and you will be rewarded with breath-taking scenery, a long ski season, the fluffiest, driest powder there is – perfect snow conditions and a choice of three resorts all located in the heart of Canada’s Banff National Park. The three ski areas; Lake Louise, Mount Norquay and Sunshine Village are located 50km apart and provide 7,748 acres of varied terrain suitable for every level of skier from novice to expert. Banff is a bustling and friendly little town which offers traditional Canadian hospitality.

Have you ever visited one of these resorts? Did you enjoy your time there?