Ben Lomond, Tasmania
Beat the crowds and head to Ben Lomond Ski Resort in Tasmania and lodge at the cosy units in the Creek Inn Hotel. About one hour’s drive from Launceston the Ben Lomond Ski Resort offers six kilometres of slopes and seven lifts. As well as ski slopes there are areas for tobogganing, playing in the snow, cross country skiing and snowboarding. Take in the stunning alpine scenery and enjoy the company of friendly locals.
Ski Pucon Villarrica, Chile
This ski resort isn’t for the faint hearted, located on an active volcano in Chiles’ Lake District. The resort itself is surrounded my dramatic volcanic peaks and lakes. The ski area has 20 slopes and nine ski lifts as well as an international ski school. It is considered a natural wonderland for snowboarders owing to its natural half pipes and gullies. Catch a series of lifts to the top of the smoking crater and then enjoy a long ski down.
Mt Hutt, New Zealand
Mt Hutt Ski Resort is an ideal destination for a laid-back ski holiday on New Zealand’s South Island. The landscape caters to skiers of all levels with 365 hectares of clear snow available along with one of the highest vertical drops in New Zealand. Accommodation for all budgets is provided in the quaint country town of Methven about 30 minutes’ drive away at the base of alps. Plus, kids under 10 ski free, making it great value for families.
