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The 18 Best Ski Resorts in the World

BY: Shayla Martin | FEBRUARY 6, 2025

Hitting the slopes has never been more luxurious.

Big Sky Resort is famed for its boundless powder and breathtaking mountain views, and Montage Big Sky offers direct ski-in/ski-out access to over 5,850 acres of pristine skiable terrain. Expert ski concierge teams and on-mountain hosts, warm and fit your boots, help clip into your skis and slide down to your own easy-access chairlift, bypassing the bustle of the base.

Advanced skiers should book a one-of-kind session with U.S. Skiing & Snowboarding Hall of Famer Dan Egan, as he shares his knowledge of Lone Mountain and passion for the sport. Après-ski, warm from the inside out with a bowl of ramen at Backcast or fireside cocktails at Alpenglow, then ease muscle tension with the revitalizing Peak Performance Recovery treatment at Spa Montage.

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