By contrast with the phenomenal snowfalls that smothered Europe last winter, many of North America’s ski resorts had to wait until late in the season for a similar deluge. Hopefully things will be different this year, but whatever the weather, there are plenty of new openings to look forward to in Canada and the United States. Here’s what’s new for the 2018-19 season.
New accommodation
Red Mountain, in British Columbia’s Kootenay Rockies region, welcomes Canada’s first boutique hotel in more than 10 years when the Josie opens in November. Based at the foot of the slopes, the hotel has a spa and a smart, laid-back restaurant. Frontier Ski has a seven-night stay at the Josie from £1,524pp, including flights, transfers, a six-day lift pass and a night at the Pacific Gateway at Vancouver airport.
At the new Limelight Hotel in Aspen Snowmass, you’ll be right beside the Elk Camp gondola for full ski-in, ski-out convenience. When you’re not in the spa or enjoying views of the Rocky Mountains from the huge rooftop terrace, you can have a go at the five-storey public climbing wall. Ski Safari has a 10-night stay at the Limelight from £1,525pp, including flights, breakfast and transfers or car hire.