Ski Holidays Canada
A Great Choice of Ski Hotels and Condos for Your Ski Holiday to Canada
Canada is a huge country spread through numerous time zones and stretching so far north that half of the world’s polar bears inhabit its Arctic wastes. In skiing terms the country has built a reputation for friendly people, being much more welcoming at the airport than its beleaguered neighbour south of the border, and generally offering slightly better value too.
With a few notable exceptions, Canada’s ski resorts have risen to world attention over the past few decades, later than the other leading ski nations. The reasons for this are many, but creating easy air and road access to some of the world’s snowiest regions, and then persuading people to come visit is a big part of it.
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Ski Resorts in Canada
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Banff
from £63 per nightThe classic ski town of Banff has three classic ski areas to choose from, all with a great reputation for reliable snow and exciting terrain. Closest is Norquay, but Lake Louise and Sunshine are the bigger options.
Runs: 54 48 124 56
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Big White
One of the biggest and best resorts in North America has a strong Aussie influence (owners and employees) with a resulting relaxed powder vibe. Great snow and a car free village add to the atmosphere.
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Fernie
Famous for its deep, fluffy, powder snow and steep runs to throw yourself down, Fernie also has bags of charm as a traditional resort and there's plenty for less extreme skiers on the slopes too.
Runs: 47 36 23
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Kicking Horse
from £125 per nightThe new bad boy of Canadian skiing was an instant cult hit when it opened in 2000, it’s long gondola opening up superb steep terrain. It’s since tried to broaden its appeal but remains most appealing to serious skiers.
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Lake Louise
from £76 per nightThe Lake isn’t so great in the winter, when it’s frozen and grey, but the ski area, quite a distance from it, is magnificent. Vast, snow-sure and pure fun, the views from the slopes are among the world’s best.
Runs: 26 17 53 43
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Panorama
An intimate ski centre with its own dedicated ski village, Panorama was part of one of the big North American resort groups but is now under local management, meaning guests benefit from both the corporate investment and the local enthusiasm.
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Silver Star
Silver Star is a really quirky ski area, with a colourful Victorian mining town theme. The ski area has a great mix of terrain and the little base village has some nice new facilities but more important, great locals!
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Sun Peaks
from £51 per nightSun Peaks has come from almost nowhere to be one of Canada's top resorts in only a decade. The resort's compact, classy, pedestrianised centre is surrounded by world-class slopes.
Runs: 44 22 33 9
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Tremblant
The best resort in Eastern North America is the closest to the UK.
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Whistler
from £52 per nightOne of the world’s most successful ski areas of the past two decades, because its superbly designer, has great facilities, North America’s biggest ski area and now the 2010 Winter Olympics under its belt.
Runs: 58 110 34
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