Text: Benedikt Lachenmeier
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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