Clear your head, breathe deeply, escape the daily grind. And those who love luxury alongside nature and action will find the perfect setting in the world’s most exclusive ski resorts.

Forget chips and ketchup at the edge of the piste. Ski holidays are the time to indulge in the lifestyle you’ve earned — just like the rich and beautiful do. Whether St. Moritz, Aspen or Courchevel: these destinations are known not only for their top slopes but also for their high-end lifestyle. It’s about seeing and being seen. Here are five exclusive ski resorts around the globe.

Aspen (USA) — the mecca

Celebrities ★★★★★ · Food ★★★★★ · Slopes ★★★☆☆ · Parties ★★★★★ · Price ★★★★★

Gstaad (CH) — the discreet one

Celebrities ★★★★★ · Food ★★★★★ · Slopes ★★★☆☆ · Relaxation ★★★★★ · Price ★★★★★

Courchevel (F) — the extravagant one

Even the gondolas wear Gucci here. Food ★★★★★ · Parties ★★★★★ · Price ★★★★★

St. Moritz (CH) — the classic

322 days of sunshine, Snow Polo World Cup. Celebrities ★★★★★ · Food ★★★★★ · Slopes ★★★★☆

Lech Zürs (A) — the understated one

Understatement instead of glamour. Slopes ★★★★★ · Relaxation ★★★★★ · Price ★★★☆☆

Whistler (CAN) — the action-packed one

Luxury meets adventure, heli-skiing included. Slopes ★★★★★ · Price ★★★☆☆

This article appeared in MEN issue 2/24 (November 2024).

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