The total number of ski slopes available at the resort.
60
Big Sky: 250
2. Allows off-piste skiing
In resorts which allow off piste-skiing, you can ski anywhere which is great for adventurous types. However, there are hazards such cliff edges, avalanches or simply getting lost and suffering exhaustion.
Mount Washington
68% have it
3. mountain height
The height of the mountain is the difference in height between the lowest and highest point. Tall mountains can offer longer pistes, better views, and often better snowfall.
1080meters
Gressoney: 3550meters
4. The resort is serviced by public transport
The resort will be more easily accessible when serviced by public transport. It is also usually cheaper than other modes of transport.
Mount Washington
38% have it
5. Has a ski school
Ski schools offer lessons to beginners.
Mount Washington
94% have it
6. restaurants
More restaurants and bars can indicate a lively nightlife, as well as offering visitors more choice.
8
Zell am See-Kaprun: 180
7. Has toboggan runs
Toboggan runs are dedicated slopes or slides that you can slide down on a toboggan.
Mount Washington
53% have it
8. has smoking ban in public places
Source: city's official website, 2018.
Mount Washington
59% have it
9. ski pass daily
The average price of a one day "all access" ski pass at the resort.
75$
Sansicario: 0$
10. restaurants on the slopes
Rather than having to trek back to the base of the mountain, it is a lot more convenient to have restaurants and bars on the slopes.
0
Ellmau: 70
11. Has night skiing
Certain trails are illuminated so that you can carry on skiing even after the sun goes down.
Mount Washington
51% have it
12. hotels and hostels
With more hostels and hotels at the resort you have a range to choose from.
3
Val di Fassa: 188
13. Has ice climbing areas
Ice climbing is a great sport for adrenalin seekers. It entails climbing frozen cliff edges/waterfalls using tools such as ice axes in order to grip the surface.
Mount Washington
37% have it
14. distance from airport
A nearby airport is ideal, as journeying by car or bus through mountainous areas can take longer than on flat terrain.
The longest ski run at the resort. A longer run can be more challenging and will test your endurance.
4km
Zermatt: 25km
16. The resort has open cross country skiing
Cross country skiing is an Olympic sport which provides great exercise for both the upper and lower body.
Mount Washington
88% have it
17. base elevation
The level of the base of the mountain above sea level.
510meters
Arapahoe Basin: 3286meters
18. trails (difficult)
Ski trail difficulty is measured in "percent slope", a system in which a 100% slope equals a 45-degree angle. High-difficulty trails (marked with a black diamond) have a slope gradient of more than 40%; such trails are designed for experienced skiers who enjoy a good challenge.
27
Big Sky: 150
19. Hosts conferences
The resort offers facilities so that companies and organisations can hold conferences or other corporate events.
Mount Washington
29% have it
20. ski lifts total capacity
This is the amount of people that can be transported by ski lifts etc. per hour. A bigger uphill capacity can indicate less waiting time, although it will be affected by how busy the resort is.
12200
Val Gardena: 115238
21. trails (medium)
Ski trail difficulty is measured in "percent slope", a system in which a 100% slope equals a 45-degree angle. Medium difficulty trails (marked with a blue square) have a slope gradient between 25% and 40%. These trails are ideal for regular skiers.
21
Whistler Blackcomb: 110
22. seasonal snowfall
The average snowfall each season as measured in inches. The more snowfall there is, the more powdery and fluffy the ski slopes will be.
394inches
Alyeska: 650inches
23. Is pet-friendly
The resort is pet-friendly, so if you like you can bring your dog along if you need to.
Mount Washington
23% have it
24. has lake/s
Source: Wikipedia, 2018; city's official website, 2018.
Mount Washington
40% have it
25. Winter olympics host
The resort has played host to the winter olympics. This means it is likely to have a range of professional slopes, other winter sports, and finally, good facilities and well developed transport links.