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Some of the best Skiing resorts and destinations are located in Europe. Skiing is considered a great winter activity in countries like France, Italy, Germany, Spain. Canada and U.S. also have come fantastic slopes.
Apex Mountain Resorts, Canada
It is very much wanted on the planet because of its beautiful Skiing slopes. It is located on Beaconsfield Mountain in Canada. Its peak elevation is of 2,187 meters, and Apex Mountain Resort receives 600 cm snowfall every year.
Mount Baker Ski Area, United States
Mount Baker Ski Area is located in Washington (United States). It has a 4 sq km area for skiing with 31 runs facility. This area receives 55 feet snowfall. This area is one of the best Skiing Resorts in United States for learners and professionals also.
Skiing in Austria:
Now, with the increase of cheap flights, it is even easier for residents of different parts of world to enjoy some of the best slopes in the world such as the fantastic pistes in Austria.
The Austrian Alps offer resorts that are suitable for both experienced and beginner skiers. The most famous ski area is Innsbruck. This area is beautifully located and fantastically equipped, offering both tourists and locals a genuine taste of the Alpine experience.
Innsbruck has several well-known resorts as Seefeld, Nordkette, Axamer Lizum and Stubai Valley.
Other famous resort and town names for skiing in Austria are Kitzbuhel, Arlberg and Saalbach/Hinterglemm. Kitzbuhel offers plenty of choice when it comes to the size and difficulty of slopes.
Wherever you want to go for skiing in Austria, there are plenty of cheap flights available from UK and Europe. Flights to Salzburg are available from most of the UK airports.
