Ten reasons to ski in Norway

Ski holidays in Norway offer traditional, family-friendly resorts with guaranteed snow for an exceptional winter experience. In Norway you can enjoy the true magic of a winter wonderland and an authentic Scandinavian experience that's completely unique. Here are just a few reasons that make Norway one of the best winter destinations in Europe:

• ‘Snow sure’ resorts rnNorway boasts guaranteed long seasons, due to its ski resorts’ northerly latitude. There’s plenty of snow right through to Easter and beyond.

• Space on the mountainrnNorwegian resorts are far less crowded even on peak dates compared to main European destinations. You won’t have to worry about queuing for the lifts!

• Friendly and efficient servicernThe locals love the English and are genuinely happy to welcome them in their resorts. Handily pretty much everyone speaks excellent English as well.

• Superb ski schoolsrnBeginners are well catered for in Norwegian resorts, with small group sizes and easily accessible learner slopes. Expect to see lots of little ones mastering the slopes at a very young age!

• SaunasrnThere are many opportunities to stay in a hotel or cabin that offers a sauna for a real taste of Scandinavia. Grab a beer and birch whisk for an authentic experience!

• StylernThere’s no disputing that the Scandinavians have a natural flair for interior design. Enjoy the minimal, yet cosy furnishings as you snuggle up in front of the fireplace.

• Log cabinsrnYou don’t get them in many other places outside Scandinavia. People love the wood finishing, comfortable interiors and fireplaces. The perfect ending to a day on the slopes!

• ActivitiesrnThere are so many things to do when you are not skiing in Norway. Try the husky dog safaris, tree-top walks, visiting Santa, snowmobiling and nature park visits. You could always even just grab a sled and go tobogganing!

• Culinary delightsrnEver tasted wild boar, bear or reindeer? Norway is your chance to sample some of the more exotic wildlife made fresh from the forest. Try local berries like orange cloudberries as well.

• Northern lightsrnNorway is the perfect place to catch the illustrious Aurora borealis. On a cold, cloudless night the Northern lights can show up in faint green shades to roaring reds and striking purples, even making a bang and crackle if it’s really icy out!