St. Moritz, Switzerland
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It doesn't get much more luxe than St. Moritz, a Swiss town heralded as the oldest winter holiday resort in the world. There's a reason die-hard skiers flock to St. Moritz: The resort's high elevation and impressive number of sunny days result in a light powder that blankets the ski area's 87 pistes.
The nearest airport, Engadin Airport, is an easy, 15-minute drive from the resort, or you can fly into Zurich (three hours by car), Milan (three hours), or Munich (four hours). Not interested in renting a car? Hop on the wildly scenic Glacier Express or Bernina Express trains.
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Chamonix, France
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In addition to fantastic inbound skiing, Chamonix boasts legendary off-piste skiing in the dramatic scenery of the French Alps. While family-friendly and beginner runs exist, the resort is known for its expert terrain, which spans several separate ski areas and is linked by bus.
Access to Chamonix is easiest from Geneva Airport (just over an hour by car).