Quiet pistes

Nestled in a south facing position overlooking the Rhône Valley, hidden gem Crans-Montana is the new place to be; known for its wonderous red runs, long leisurely lunches and sunny outlook.

Sitting pretty in Banff National Park, a combination of superb slopes, endless winter activities and award-winning hotel spas welcome both skiers and non-skiers. 

The lure of Dolomite traditions enhances the tranquillity of well-heeled San Cassiano; gourmets will love the choice of Michelin-starred restaurants both on and off the pistes.

Set in a chocolate box landscape of forests and frozen lakes, Arosa has a laid back traditional Swiss ambience and a friendly welcome. 

The American glitterati’s ski town of choice, expect to find some of the most glamourous and serious slope-skimmers taking advantage of the surprisingly quiet slopes here.

At a snow-sure 1,720m, the quiet, chic Zürs in the lush hills of Vorarlberg is deemed among its devotees as one of the most exclusive resorts in the Alps. 

Perched on a sunny shelf looking across the Rhône Valley to the Portes du Soleil, Villars is a small, laid-back, but well-established village resort.

In the heart of the UNESCO World Heritage Site that is Banff National Park, a combination of superb slopes, endless winter activities and award-winning hotel spas welcome both skiers and non-skiers.

Dedicated nursery slopes, gentle progressive runs and a fashionable disposition have put Lech on the map for stylish skiing newbies.

A traditional mountain village deep in the Haute-Savoie with a warm welcome and lively outlook.