Top destinations in Europe for group ski holidays

One of the best ways to travel is with a group of your mates and some of the best group ski destinations in Europe are right on your doorstep! As a group ski holiday organiser, the first thing to decide is where you want to go and when you’d like to travel. To help answer this, ask yourself a few questions like which country would best suit your group and what level of skiers and/or snowboarders do you have travelling with you. Also if you have any non-skiers in your group, you may want to find a resort with plenty of other activities to hand. Finally, decide what type of accommodation does the group want to stay in; a chalet, a hotel, or apartments. See the below guide for some of the most popular European destinations! Norway rnSkiing holidays in Norway offer guaranteed snow for long seasons, due to Norway ski resorts’ northerly latitude there’s great snow right through to Easter and beyond. You can expect to experience friendly and efficient service – the locals love the English and are genuinely happy to welcome them in their resorts SwedenrnSweden offers an all-round winter experience with a huge array of ski and non-ski activities. It is a true winter wonderland! Sweden is definitely off the beaten track and where else could you experience an authentic sauna for a real taste of Scandinavia! rnItaly rnThe Winter Olympics in 2006, boosted Italy’s popularity for skiing holidays thanks to huge investment in the host resorts, making them more attractive than ever. Since the last Winter Olympics, ski holidays in Italy have enjoyed a burst of popularity thanks to heavy investment in new lifts, artificial snow coverage and the refurbishment of properties in many resorts. Combine all of this with sophisticated après-ski, great cuisine and welcoming hospitality and you can see why many choose a ski holiday in Italy. AndorrarnAndorra used to be thought of as the cheap and cheerful option with mainly budget accommodation options and great value après ski. Thanks to huge investment over the past few years, Andorra’s snowboarding and ski resorts have changed significantly and they offer a whole lot more. Andorra now has a reputation for outstanding ski schools, the latest lift systems and varied ski areas at a reasonable price; a recipe for great skiing holidays! BulgariarnSkiing and snowboarding holidays in Bulgaria are ideal for beginners and families thanks to its award winning ski schools, excellent service and great value skiing. You can expect beautiful tree-lined pistes and some of the most modern lift systems in the world. rnAustriarnAustria is home to picturesque villages, traditional family-run hotels and welcoming hospitality making it a great destination for skiing holidays. Revel in authentic Austrian après-ski in the lively and traditional Tirolean fashion and enjoy delicious mountain cooking and celebrated “Konditorei” cakes. France rnFrance has ski holidays to suit everyone, from beginners and families to the seasoned pro, with massive ski areas to small traditional villages- France has it all! It’s no surprise that 1 in 3 UK skiers holiday in France, taking advantage of some of the most varied terrain in the world.