Nicolosi review: 20 facts and highlights

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.

A nearby airport is ideal, as journeying by car or bus through mountainous areas can take longer than on flat terrain.

The opening hours is the average number of hours per day that the resort is open for skiing. Long opening hours mean you can go for an early ski, or have a long sleep and go later.

The summit is higher above sea level. This means the mountain can have lots of snow, even in springtime.

Source: city's official website, 2020.

The resort has dedicated on site childrens clubs, so no need to worry about a babysitter.

The total number of ski slopes available at the resort.

The size of area available for skiers to enjoy on the mountain as measured in kilometres.

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.

Cross-country skiing is an Olympic sport that provides great exercise for both the upper and lower body. Resorts that keep the cross-country skiing trails open for the general public attract professional and casual skiers.

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.

Ski trail difficulty is measured in "percent slope", a system in which a 100% slope equals a 45-degree angle. Low difficulty trails (marked with a green circle) have a slope gradient between 6% and 25%. Resorts with a lot of low difficulty trails are ideal for beginners.

Source: Wikipedia, 2020; city's official website, 2020.

Source: Wikipedia, 2020; city's official website, 2020.

With more hostels and hotels at the resort you have a range to choose from.

Five star hotels at the resort can indicate prestige. It can provide luxurious accommodation to those wanting to spend a bit more.