The World Ski Awards: Recognising the Best in the Ski Industry

The World Ski Awards is divided into four regions: Asia, Europe, North America, and South America. Each region has its own gala ceremony where the winners are announced and honoured. The regional winners then compete for the global awards, which are revealed at the grand final event

The winners of the World Ski Awards are determined by a year-long online voting process, which involves millions of ski professionals and consumers from around the world. The voting criteria include customer satisfaction, quality of service, innovation, creativity, and social responsibility. The winners represent the best of the best in the ski industry, from resorts and hotels to chalets and operators

Among the hundreds of global winners, there are some that stand out for their exceptional performance, reputation, and impact. Here are 10 of the best winners of the World Ski Awardsacross all categories:

World’s Best Ski Resort: Verbier (Switzerland)

Verbier is the winner of the World’s Best Ski Resort award for the first time. Verbier is a ski resort that offers a thrilling and diverse ski experience, with over 400 km of slopes, four snowparks, and a freeride area. Verbier is also part of the 4 Vallées ski area, which is the largest in Switzerland. Verbier is known for its lively après-ski scene, with bars, restaurants, clubs, and events.

World’s Best Freestyle Resort: LAAX (Switzerland)

LAAX is the winner of the World’s Best Freestyle Resort award for the second time. LAAX is a ski resort that caters to freestyle skiers and snowboarders, with four snowparks, a superpipe, a minipipe, and an indoor freestyle academy. LAAX also hosts some of the world’s most prestigious freestyle events, such as the LAAX Open and The Brits.

World’s Best Ski Hotel: W Verbier (Switzerland)

W Verbier is the winner of the World’s Best Ski Hotel award for the fourth time. W Verbier is a luxury hotel that combines style and comfort with convenience and service. The hotel is located at the foot of the slopes, offering direct access to the ski lifts and stunning views of the mountains. The hotel also features a spa, a gym, a pool, and several restaurants and lounges.

World’s Best New Ski Hotel: The Vale Rusutsu (Japan)

The Vale Rusutsu is the winner of the World’s Best New Ski Hotel award. The Vale Rusutsu is a new ski hotel that opened in 2020 in Rusutsu Resort in Hokkaido, Japan. The hotel offers 156 rooms and suites with modern design and amenities. The hotel also has a ski-in ski-out access, a natural onsen spa, a fitness centre, a restaurant, and a bar.

World’s Best Green Ski Hotel: rocksresort (Switzerland)

rocksresort is the winner of the World’s Best Green Ski Hotel award for the third time. rocksresort is a ski hotel that is committed to environmental sustainability and social responsibility. The hotel is built with natural materials such as stone and wood, and uses renewable energy sources such as solar panels and geothermal heating. The hotel also has initiatives such as reducing waste, recycling water, supporting local producers, and educating guests.

World’s Best Ski Boutique Hotel: Aurelio Lech (Austria)

Aurelio Lech is the winner of the World’s Best Ski Boutique Hotel award for the seventh time. Aurelio Lech is a ski boutique hotel that offers an exclusive and intimate ski experience. The hotel has only 19 rooms and suites, all with elegant décor and luxurious amenities. The hotel also has a spa, a gym, a pool, and a restaurant.

World’s Best Ski Chalet: Chalet Zermatt Peak (Switzerland)

Chalet Zermatt Peak is the winner of the World’s Best Ski Chalet award for the fourth time. Chalet Zermatt Peak is a ski chalet that offers a stunning and sophisticated ski experience. The chalet is located in Zermatt, overlooking the Matterhorn. The chalet has five bedrooms, all with en-suite bathrooms and balconies. The chalet also has a spa, a gym, a cinema, a library, and a chef.

World’s Best New Ski Chalet: Chalet Face à Face (France)

Chalet Face à Face is the winner of the World’s Best New Ski Chalet award. Chalet Face à Face is a new ski chalet that opened in 2020 in Val d’Isère, France. The chalet is designed by Jean-Charles Covarel, and features a contemporary and minimalist style. The chalet has four bedrooms, all with en-suite bathrooms and balconies. The chalet also has a spa, a cinema, a fireplace, and a chef.

World’s Best Ski Resort Company: Bergbahn AG Kitzbühel (Austria)

Bergbahn AG Kitzbühel is the winner of the World’s Best Ski Resort Company award for the third time. Bergbahn AG Kitzbühel is a ski resort company that operates the ski area of Kitzbühel, one of the most famous and popular ski destinations in the world. The company has 57 lifts and 234 km of slopes, as well as snowmaking facilities, grooming machines, and safety systems. The company also hosts the annual Hahnenkamm Race, one of the most prestigious and challenging ski races in the world.

World’s Best Indoor Ski Resort: Ski Dubai (UAE)

Ski Dubai is the winner of the World’s Best Indoor Ski Resort award for the ninth time. Ski Dubai is an indoor ski resort that offers a unique and fun ski experience in the desert. The resort has five slopes of varying difficulty, a freestyle zone, a snow park, and a penguin encounter. The resort also provides equipment, clothing, and instructors for guests of all ages and levels.

These winners are not only places to ski, but also places to enjoy, learn from, and respect. If you are a ski lover, you should definitely visit these winners and see for yourself why they are worthy of their awards