Whether you are looking for a full weeks escape or perhaps just a short trip, we will have the perfect January ski holiday for you:
Best January resorts:
The great thing about skiing in January is that you have an abundance of choice, be it seeking out lower altitude locations, searching for the slightly quieter resorts or perhaps looking for the smaller destinations. Everywhere is typically under a blanket of snow, so the choice is yours.
France - Montgenèvre
Good for: Quieter resort
Montgenèvre is set on the French-Italian boarder and has plenty of quieter slopes. This area is often uncrowded due to the fact it is part of the Milky Way ski area, so skier and snowboarders are spread out across the vast 400km slopes, meaning you can find your own quiet piste to practice on, teach your children or just shoot down at top speed. This also means there is often no queuing when it's time to jump back on to lift.
Austria - Filzmoos
Good for: Smaller resort
One of the smallest resorts in Europe, Filzmoos has around 13km of pistes. It is not far from some larger resorts if you do want to seek out more hustle and bustle, however if you are looking for a smaller, easier ski resort then this is the perfect place. You can enjoy the slopes and get to know the piste throughout the week - either perfecting your beginner skills or testing your abilities. Enjoy the peace and quiet of this resort and go at your own pace.
Italy - Livigno
Good for: Affordable
Livigno is high on the list when is comes to affordability due to the fact it is a tax-free region. Which is great news for us skiing and snowboarding enthusiasts - with classic Italian pizzas & pastas at a lower price for the same quality. With plenty of slopes, ideal for beginner to intermediate skiers, this is the perfect holiday if you don't manage to hit the slopes very often. There are a couple of black runs for those of you at the advanced end of skiing and snowboarding.
Canada - Mont Tremblant
Good for: Lower Altitude
With only an altitude of 914m, Mont Tremblant is one of the lower altitude ski resorts that can be found - this is ideal if you really enjoy skiing and perhaps suffer from altitude sickness, do not enjoy the weather conditions at higher altitude and if you are a beginner skier looking for the more gentle or laidback slopes. By no means does lower altitude mean you are missing out on great slopes to ski and snowboard though.
Best January accommodation:
We have selected some of our favourite accommodation options to stay in the above mentioned resorts:
Le Napoleon Apartments - Montgenèvre
The Le Napoleon Apartments and Spa are 4.5* rated and are in the perfect location, only 100m from the lifts.
These apartments offer a vast array of facilities from a spa & gym, heated ski storage, games area and on-site parking.
Hotel Hanneshof - Filzmoos
This 4* resort is in a lovely location overlooking the town square and is a short walk to the lifts. It has a homely feel with an authentic Austrian vibe and cuisine.
Hosting a relaxing spa and the largest, roman themed pool in the resort.
Hotel Lac Salin - Livigno
Hotel Lac Salin is a 4.5* hotel just 50m from the nearest ski lift and is right next to the slopes for a ski-in ski-out experience.
It offers weekly activities to it's guests such as snow shoeing so you can give a new sport a try. Also equipped with a lovely and very large spa.
Hotel Fairmont - Mont Tremblant
5* ski-in ski-out Hotel Fairmont is the height of luxury, with an Express Gondola just steps away from the front door.
This hotel is known for its quality dining and distinctive spa offering The hotel even has its own games room, shop and ski valet.
FAQ's for skiing holidays in January
Is January the best time to go for good ski conditions? - January is in the middle of the ski season so there tends to be the highest levels of fresh snow fall, so even the lower resorts tend to be well covered for that month.
Why is January a good time to ski? It is usually a little quieter after the busy festive periods, so avid skiers like to go in January time to avoid longer queues at the chair lifts (or bars).
When to go - November
When to go - Christmas
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