All you need to know about skiing in Alberta!

While our "normal" ski destinations from the UK tend to be in Europe, there is a wonderful alternative on the west coast of Canada, with spectacular scenery, reliable snow, friendly locals and no queues.

We work with a great ski specialist company who know all the insider tips for avid skiers and snowboarders, whether novice or highly experienced. Ski Independence have first-hand knowledge of all the resorts in Alberta and offer the highest possible levels of service. These are their top Alberta resorts:

Banff

Venture into the awe-inspiring protected wilderness of Banff National Park and you'll find soaring peaks, frozen waterfalls and steaming thermal springs amongst the snow. The historic mountain town of Banff is a world-renowned ski destination famed for its legendary slopes and passionate winter sports community. The Banff Sunshine Village ski area is vast, and includes three different mountains; Goat's Eye Mountain, Lookout Mountain and Mount Standish. There is enough variety for both beginners and experienced riders and skiers, from wide gentle green and blue runs to out of this world free riding. High speed gondolas and chairlifts transport you easily around the slopes and you'll find no end of cosy mountain restaurants to take a break in.

Lake Louise

Not far from Banff lies the stunning resort of Lake Louise, undoubtedly the most scenic resort in Alberta. The frozen lake has a fairy-tale quality with ice skaters galore and even an ice bar set with liqueur laced hot chocolate, ice wine and sugar pops – hot maple syrup, poured over fresh snow and rolled on a stick. Delicious! There are over 145 ski trails, again suiting skiers and boarders of all ages and abilities. Most of the resort's dining and après ski takes place within the hotels, and there are plenty of non-skiing activities to be enjoyed, making the resort ideal for families.

Jasper

This is a true Canadian gem - set deep in Jasper National Park in the north of Alberta, this special destination offers visitors the chance to revel in wide open spaces, abundant wildlife and epic natural beauty. Skiers and boarders are spoilt with beautiful varied terrain, unbeatable snow conditions and uncrowded slopes. As the second largest dark sky park in the world, you can snuggle under a blanket and gaze up at infinite clear, starry skies and possibly even the Northern Lights. Other evening activities include a torchlit ice walk through the dramatic rockfaces and frozen waterfalls of the Maligne Ice Canyon.

I'd love to help you plan the perfect ski trip, so why not get in touch today?