17 stunning and unusual ski resorts from around the world

Skiing in many European countries can be from October to May, but true fans of this sport can find themselves a more remote and unusual resort. At the same time you can visit distant Afghanistan or try snowboarding at night in Sweden. If you like skiing and traveling, but you do not have enough inspiration, this list of different places in the world will help you plan the next active vacation.

Aviemore, Scotland

Of course, the Alps are much more popular, but this part of Europe is worthy of attention, there are as many snow, and the descents are very interesting. In addition, the prices are quite democratic, so you will also save. If you decide to get out here, know that it's best to go in January-April. You can fly straight to Inverness or get from London, where the night train goes.

Yakhorina, Bosnia and Herzegovina

This corner of the Balkans fascinates with its beauty in the winter. Mount Yakhorina was once chosen as the venue for the Winter Olympic Games in 1984, and now is an excellent resort, where you can quickly get directly from Sarajevo. If you want, you can take a taxi.

Etna, Sicily

On this Italian island in winter it becomes quite cool. The temperature is practically zero, so you can relax in the ski resort even right at the hot volcano. And from the northern and southern sides of the mountain there are ski centers. You will have an incredible opportunity to relax right on the slopes of the largest active volcano in Europe. Due to the absence of high trees on Etna, the impressions will be even brighter, because the landscape reminds the Moon. You can get to the resorts directly from the airport, if you take a taxi, you need to drive no more than forty-five minutes.

Julian Alps, Slovenia

The mountain chain in the south of the country stretches here from the north-east of Italy. In the Julian Alps, travelers can choose between sixteen resorts. In total, here you will find almost one hundred and fifty kilometers of mountain slopes, on which there are almost a hundred lifts. From Ljubljana airport, you should get on the train going to Jesenice, after which it will be enough to catch a taxi.

Fakra, Lebanon

If you have never been to a private ski resort, go to Fakru. This is a resting place, located near the capital of Lebanon, Beirut. Visitors can ride from the slopes from eight in the morning until three in the afternoon, on the day off - an hour longer. This direction is ideal for athletes with an average level of training, although the professionals will not be bored: four kilometers of the route are distinguished by a red level of complexity. Fly to Beirut, and then you can take a taxi.

Dezin, Iran

Few people think about Iran as a place to rest in the mountains, but there really are large resorts, for example, Dezin. It belongs to the highest mountains in the world, as here you can descend almost from a four-kilometer height. The season lasts from November until May, and you can come here from Tehran.

Riksgransen, Sweden

This holiday destination is almost at the very pole, this is the northernmost resort of Europe! You can ride on more than forty slopes, and twenty-four hours a day, because the proximity of the polar circle guarantees such a light day. The closest is the resort from the airport of Kiruna.

Chimbulak, Kazakhstan

You certainly did not think about Kazakhstan as a place for a luxury ski resort. You will be surprised by Chimbulak - a stunning resort, opened not so long ago due to investments in the development of the region. It is located just half an hour from Almaty. Visitors are waiting for ski lifts, restaurants and jumps from helicopters.

Pass Masik, North Korea

This resort appeared only recently: the opening took place in 2013. It was built in less than a year and became the first resting place for skiers in the country. For visitors, there are nine descents, a ski school and a garden for children. In three hours by car you can get here from Pyongyang.

Bamyan, Afghanistan

Afghanistan is loved by extreme people just for the excellent opportunities for skiing. In Bamyan there is no luxury resort, only a club built on the money of Swiss enthusiasts and opened in 2011. Four hours from Kabul - and you're there!

Yeung Peng, South Korea

Throughout the winter, skiers are constantly visiting here. In the region over the winter falls more than two meters of snow, and in the summer here you can play golf. Three hours from Seoul - and your great vacation will begin.

Gulmarg, India

The Himalayas are a great place for skiing. If you do not like crowds, go to Gulmarg in Kashmir. On this mountain there are no marked trails, so you will need a coach who will indicate the path. From Srirangar you can get here by car in one hour.

Niseco, Japan

Japanese resorts not so long ago attracted the attention of travelers as an alternative to rest in the Alps. One of the best is the resort in Niseco, famous for the excellent snow that appears every year. Here you can enjoy the Japanese nature and relax after descending from the mountain. From Sapporo airport to Niseco, go only two hours.

Malam Jabba, Pakistan

Twenty years ago, there was a small place for ski holidays, and so far this resort remains the only one. In summer there are hiking trails, and in winter the slopes are covered with snow and become an excellent place for descent. You will have to travel more than six hours from Peshawar, but this amazing place is really worth the time.

Perisher, Australia

This is the largest resort in the southern hemisphere, which includes four villages and offers more than twelve kilometers of descents. Arriving in Canberra, you can reach the destination by bus in two hours.

Ruapehu, New Zealand

Mount Ruapehu is very popular with tourists who are not afraid of an active volcano. On the mountain are several resorts, open from July to October. From Wanganui airport, take a taxi for two hours.

Antarctic

This is the most unusual direction in the list, however, various tour operators organize tours here. In recent years, Antarctica has been winning more and more fans. Here you can even spend a long vacation: if you buy a package for twenty-eight days, available from the end of 2017, you will find a fascinating journey. However, and quite hard: you have to ride along the routes of black and blue complexity, overcome the faults in the ice and conquer the glaciers. Therefore, beginners such a holiday will not work. You can get there from Argentina, so fly to Buenos Aires, from where you can get to the yacht that brings tourists to the icy continent. This trip will take a lot of time, but the impressions will stay with you for life, and this is definitely worth it.