Canada:

Fernie

►  Photo by Fernie/Henry Georgi

Located in the South East corner of British Columbia, Fernie Alpine Resort has always been a premier destination of ski bums from around the world. With some of the best powder in North America, this small town resort is not going to be a secret for long. In the past few years, this little hill is growing in reputation and scope. Snow conditions are so consistent that the resort offers a snow guarantee — if your expectations are not met within one hour of purchase, you get a "snow check" for another day!

With 112 trails to explore and the combination of powerful vertical and champagne powder, your possibilities are endless for skiing and riding. Expand your vacation possibilities by going on a horse drawn sleigh ride, dog sled tour, cross country ski or snowshoe tour. The serenity of the mountains is there to take stress off your mind.

This little town is big on friendliness and hospitality. You can choose from hillside accommodation to B&B's — or if you like to be where the action is, get a hotel room in town — just 5 km from the hill. Night life in Fernie is ski-town-cool with the center of entertainment being the Arts Station where local and international acts offer their talents in an intimate setting. Fernie Ski Resort also offers night activities for kids!