The Best Ski Resorts and Destinations in the U.S.

Alta, Utah
With favorable snow coverage, due to its advantageous location far east of Little Cottonwood Canyon, Alta has terrain and snow that remains epic year after year; this nook is your best bet for tons of powdery snow in the early season. Bonus: it’s an easy 45-minute drive from Salt Lake City.

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Luxury Destination: Aspen, Colorado
One of the best ski destinations in the world, Aspen continues to be a mainstay on luxury travel lists everywhere. With its own airport, 5 star accommodations, and a vibrant celebrity-filled après-ski scene, you get top-notch skiing paired with all of the amenities. 

Family-Frendly: Vail, Colorado
Keystone, Breckenridge and Beaver Creek are all top-rated picks in the Vail ski destination family of resorts. With built-in conveniences for families and ski instruction options that cater to kids and beginners—you can’t go wrong.

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Stowe, Vermont
As American’s oldest ski town, Stowe is a classic. And with a lift that connects two mountains, it offers a versatile yet classic New England ski experience—all with quaint accommodations and mom and pop shops. Bonus: The East Coast is known for icier conditions; if you can ski here, the powdery snow out West will be a breeze.

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Jackson Hole, Wyoming
You will want to book accommodations in Jackson Hole, Wyoming, far in advance, as it’s a popular winter honeymoon and romantic ski trip destination. Remote luxury with more than snowy terrain, look up to Rendezvous Mountain while soaking in a hot spring bath.

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Lake Tahoe, California
For group skiing lessons, a picturesque backdrop for tons of photo ops, and a lively après-ski ambiance, Lake Tahoe, California, offers a vast array of options—including wellness retreats. And with many nearby airport options, meeting up with girlfriends near and far won’t be a hassle. 

Taos, New Mexico
Popular but never over-crowded, Taos offers an artistic charm and a “back-to-basics, unspoiled mountain vibe”. For those wanting to escape more popular destinations on both coasts, this is a low-key alternative with skiing options for seasoned and beginner skiers alike.

Also read: Tips for Flying with Skis, and Insuring Them

What can come in the way of your ski trip? Adverse weather like an unforeseen snow storm that delays your flight, slope accidents or medical emergencies, and even lost luggage—especially if you’re flying with skis—can interrupt or completely halt your vacation.

Generali travel insurance is designed to help you travel smarter, and our Preferred and Premium plans include coverages especially helpful if you travel with skis. These two plans include Sporting Equipment Coverage for loss, theft or damage to your sporting equipment during your trip, and Sporting Equipment Delay Coverage for reimbursement of your rentals and other expenses incurred while your equipment is lost (equipment must be delayed for at least 12 hours, depending on the plan purchased).

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