It’s that time of year when your search history will be filled with variations on “top ski destinations,” “best ski resorts in the world,” and “great après-ski areas .” A ski holiday is, after all, the perfect occasion to don new snow pants that match your favorite wool sweater and model them out on the slopes. Follow a day on the mountain with a cozy bonfire with friends or a night of partying in a local ski town, and you’ve pretty much got a dream winter itinerary.

Whether you’re sticking to beginner runs or know your way around black diamonds, plan ahead for the perfect trip with some of the best ski resorts in the world, from North America to the French Alps. (And don’t forget to dress the part: Stock up on all the ski clothes you need to hit the mountains in style.)

Aspen,

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