Many people believe that taking a ski holiday at one of the many American ski resorts is out of the question in these difficult financial times, but you should think again as there as some simply terrific ski deals that can be bought if you should decide to ski in America this winter. Some of the bigger tour operators are offering very affordable ski holidays which naturally include flights as well as transfers to your resort. When you do arrive after your transatlantic flight you will find acres of wide open tree lined pistes which are un-crowded and, something that Alpine skiers do not experience, that is no queues at the lifts. That in itself is almost worth the transatlantic flight! What you will be sure of is the reliability of the snow, coupled with service from restaurant staff and hoteliers at a level unheard of in Europe.

What you can expect in Utah is an average snow fall of over 42 feet with snow that is light and dry, described as “fluffy” fantastic for off piste work! Utah is home to 13 ski resorts most of which are less than an hour’s drive from Salt Lake City which can offer a great base for the resorts, with Park City being very family friendly and Deer Valley exclusive.

Colorado is home to some great skiing, names like Breckenridge come to mind with glitzy Aspen, Vail and Beaver Creek within 100 miles of each other offering luxury, service and world class skiing. The downside of these resorts has to be the cost of the ski pass, but you do get something in return apart from a lift up the mountain. You will expect and get immaculately groomed trails, resort guides called “ambassadors” to show you around the slopes, with complimentary sun cream, biscuits or “cookies” and drinks, combined with a very slick and efficient lift system, with as we have said, hardly a soul waiting. Check out the great ski deals with flights from London and most regional airports and get to America for a different skiing experience.