This article was produced by National Geographic Traveller (UK).

As the snow starts to fall on mountains across the Northern Hemisphere — and with the 2026 Winter Olympics fast approaching — excitement is mounting for ski season. Dive into the spirit of the Games with 24 ideas for winter trips, including a guide to Italy ’s Olympic host resorts. And if you’re not quite slalom-ready, there’s plenty to tempt you onto the slopes: an expert guide to skiing with the family; a two-country trip in Scandinavia; our pick of the best rail-accessible resorts; why you should visit the newly expanded terrain in Deer Valley, Utah ; and everything you need to know about heli-skiing in Albania’s Accursed Mountains.

1. Ski where the pros go

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