Offering one of the best terrains in Scotland and with over 30 km / 18 mi of slopes, Cairngorm ski resort is the largest one. Situated in United Kingdom’s largest National Park, it provides the most popular skiing area.
The top lift is at 1080 m / 3543 ft, the bottom lift is at 550 m /1804 ft and there is a vertical drop of about 530 m / 1738 ft. It consists of 35 ski runs, 11 green, 11 red, 10 blue and 3 black pistes. There are also 11 lifts serving the resort, including the funicular train, the only mountain railway in Scotland, transferring skiers or visitors from the Base Station up to the Ptarmigan Top Station within 10 minutes.
If we had to notice a disadvantage, that would be the completely unpredictable weather but this is the major problem of any ski resort in Scotland. As for beginners, a ski school is available as well. Visitors have the opportunity to find a wide range of accommodation, bars, restaurants, cafes, ski schools and shops at Aviemore.
Buck Hill is a well known ski hill in the north central, United States. It is located in the city of Burnsville, a suburb of Minneapolis, Minnesota.
Parnassos is one of the most beautiful mountains of Greece. It's located in central Greece and towers above Delphi. It's a mountain of limestone and according to Greek mythology, it was sacred to Apollo, one of the Olympian gods, son of Zeus and Leto. It was the god of the light and the sun.
Morin-Heights is a town in the Laurentian Mountains region of Quebec, Canada. It is one of the most well-known Canadian places for those who want to get in touch with the snow environment. Visiting this place, gives you the opportunity to enjoy yourself in all fields and feel the adventure in a variety of winter activities.
Mont Rigaud is a municipality in southwestern Quebec, Canada. It is a small mountain with excellent snow conditions and natural beauty. Mont Rigaud is the ideal place for those who want to get in touch with the snow environment and learn how to perform their favorite ski activity.
Mont Biencourt is one of the best Canadian tourist destinations of Bas-Sainte-Laurent region. It is an ideal place, if you want to enjoy your best holidays and immerse yourself in its stunning view. The fact that the spot is located only 86 km/53 mi from Rimouski, makes it busy in both summer and winter season.
Stoneham Mountain Resort is one of the most well-known, all year round ski resorts in Quebec. Stoneham-et-Tewkesbury is a municipality in the Canadian province of Quebec and it is located north of Quebec City. The fact that this spot offers to its visitors easy access from Quebec City, Montreal and Ottawa, makes it always busy during winter as well as summer season.
Lecht 2090 Resort is located within the eastern Cairngorms mountain range in Strathdon, between Cockbridge and Tomintoul.
Pinaroo Point is located at 25 km/16 mi in the north west of Perth City at the Hillery suburb.
At 27 mi/44 km in the north of Aberdeen, there is a place called Fraserburgh, an ideal destination for kite-surfing.
Perth is the capital city of Western Australia, located on the Swan River. The climate here is classified as Mediterranean, with hot and dry summers and cool and wet winters. Immerse yourself in the unique combination of stunning natural surroundings, beautiful beaches with clear waters, greenery park-lands and outstanding city architecture that attract visitors all year long.
Perth is the capital city of Western Australia, located on the Swan River. The climate here is classified as Mediterranean, with hot and dry summers and cool and wet winters. Immerse yourself in the unique combination of stunning natural surroundings, beautiful beaches with clear waters, greenery park-lands and outstanding city architecture that attract visitors all year long.
In north-east Aberdeenshire, a 18 km/11.5 mi long coastline with sandy beaches can definitely come up with the most demanding kite-surfer's expectations.
Along the 17.5 km/11 mi long coastline of Aberdeenshire, there is a great spot for kite surfing, called the Cruden Bay.
Fort William is the central town of the Highlands. Ben Nevis, the UK's highest mountain is the reason why this place is considered the main tourist center of Scotland. Τhe Orion Face is a demanding choice for ice climbers and the knowledge of mixed-climbing will be necessary for those attempting the venture.
