Ski Solutions Highlights Festive Season Options
With snow-covered peaks, cosy chalets, and twinkling village lights creating a classic winter setting, the slopes make for the ideal festive getaway over Christmas and New Year. Ski Solutions has curated a selection of ski holidays across Europe, combining top-quality slopes with seasonal celebrations. From Norway’s quiet, scenic runs to the lively après ski of France and Switzerland, these resorts offer memorable experiences for families and friends.
Norefjell, Norway
Just under two hours from Oslo, Norefjell is a peaceful retreat offering striking mountain scenery and a relaxed Scandinavian atmosphere. The resort features a mix of wide, gentle slopes and steeper runs, making it a great choice for families and mixed-ability groups. With frozen lakes, forest trails and views of Norway’s largest lake, Krøderen, Norefjell is as beautiful as it is accessible. At Christmas, visitors can enjoy snow-covered forests, fireside dining and festive touches throughout the resort, while those visiting for New Year will find a relaxing yet magical celebration with fireworks, mountain views and Nordic charm.
Where to stay
Norefjell Ski & Spa provides spacious Nordic-style rooms and a full service spa, including saunas, hot tubs and an indoor pool. Locally inspired cuisine is served in the restaurant, and the hotel’s ski-in, ski-out access makes it easy to hit the slopes.
HOW: Ski Solutions offers a seven-night stay at Norefjell Ski & Spa, Norefjell, on a half board basis. Prices start from £2,395pp for departures on 21st December, or £2,145pp for departures on 28th December. The price includes accommodation, flights and private transfers. www.skisolutions.com / 020 7471 7700.
Tignes, France
Located in the Savoie region of the French Alps, Tignes forms part of the legendary Espace Killy ski area, shared with neighbouring Val d’Isère. With over 300km of slopes and a glacier ensuring excellent snow conditions, Tignes is one of Europe’s most reliable winter resorts. During Christmas, the village becomes a festive spectacle with markets, torchlit descents, fireworks and appearances from Santa Claus himself. On New Year’s Eve, the lively après ski scene takes centre stage, with open-air concerts, DJ sets and midnight fireworks on the snow creating a unique celebration high in the Alps.
Where to stay
Set in the Les Almes area of Tignes Le Lac, Hotel Village Montana offers ski-in, ski-out access and a warm atmosphere. The hotel features spacious rooms and suites, five restaurants serving French and Savoyard cuisine, two bars, and a large outdoor heated pool with mountain views. Families are well catered for with a children’s playroom, while adults can relax in the wellness area with sauna and treatment rooms.
HOW: Ski Solutions offers a seven-night stay at Hotel Village Montana, Tignes, on a half board basis. Prices start from £2,445pp for departures on 20th December, or £3,645pp for departures on 27th December. The price includes accommodation, flights and private transfers. www.skisolutions.com / 020 7471 7700.
Cervinia, Italy
At the base of the Matterhorn in Italy’s Aosta Valley, Cervinia is one of the highest and most snow-sure resorts in the Alps. Linked with Zermatt in Switzerland, the area offers over 360km of pistes and is home to some of Europe’s longest ski runs. Cervinia is especially atmospheric over Christmas, with festive markets, candlelit processions, and traditional Italian celebrations filling the streets. Visitors can enjoy the Valtournenche Christmas Market (24th Dec – 8th Jan), complete with local delicacies, handmade crafts and live music. New Year’s Eve brings fireworks, torchlight descents and an unmistakably Italian sense of celebration.
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Hotel Dragon sits steps from the Cretaz chairlift, with recently renovated rooms, a welcoming lounge and an elegant restaurant serving hearty Italian meals. The terrace and bar are perfect for relaxing after a day on the slopes, and ski storage and rental facilities make it convenient for visitors.
HOW: Ski Solutions offers a seven-night stay at Hotel Dragon, Cervinia, on a half board basis. Prices start from £1,659pp for departures on 21st December, or £1,969pp for departures on 28th December. The price includes accommodation, flights and private transfers. www.skisolutions.com / 020 7471 7700.
Leogang, Austria
Leogang, in the Salzburg region, is part of the Saalbach-Hinterglemm-Leogang-Fieberbrunn ski area, with over 270km of interconnected slopes. In December, the Löwe Adventmarkt offers festive markets, mulled wine and music. The village itself has a picturesque festive atmosphere, and New Year’s Eve features fireworks, local parties and lively après ski.
Where to stay
Perfectly placed near the slopes, Hotel Salzburger Hof Leogang blends luxury with Alpine authenticity. Rooms feature natural materials, warm tones and sweeping mountain views from private balconies. The hotel’s extensive spa area includes five saunas, a panoramic heated pool and relaxation spaces, while the restaurant serves regional dishes made with local produce. After dinner, guests can unwind with a drink in the stylish bar or sample wines from the impressive cellar.
HOW: Ski Solutions offers a seven-night stay at Hotel Salzburger Hof Leogang, Leogang, on a half board basis. Prices start from £2,145pp for departures on 20th December, or £2,845pp for departures on 27th December. The price includes accommodation, flights and private transfers. www.skisolutions.com / 020 7471 7700.
Crans Montana, Switzerland
Set on a plateau in the Valais region, Crans-Montana offers breathtaking views of the Matterhorn and Mont Blanc. From 19th to 28th December, the Christmas Village transforms the town centre into a festive hub of markets, music and decorations. Visitors can also meet Father Christmas on 24th–25th December for photos and small gifts. On New Year’s Eve, the resort hosts spectacular mountain fireworks, fine dining and après ski parties, making it a stylish spot to welcome the New Year.
Where to stay
Located close to the Montana Cry d’Er lift, Valaisia Crans Montana offers comfort and convenience in the heart of the resort. Rooms are modern and cosy, featuring mountain or forest views and spa-style bathrooms. Guests can relax in the expansive wellness area with pools, saunas and massage jets, or dine on Swiss and international dishes in the brasserie. The hotel’s social bar provides a relaxed setting for evening drinks, making it a welcoming base for families, friends and couples alike.
HOW: Ski Solutions offers a seven-night stay at Valaisia Crans Montana, Crans Montana on a bed & breakfast basis. Prices start from £1,945pp for departures on 20th December. The price includes accommodation, flights and rail transfers. www.skisolutions.com / 020 7471 7700.
Ski Solutions is Britain's original specialist ski travel agency and tailor-made tour operator and has been arranging ski holidays for more than 35 years to Europe and North America. Ski Solutions works with the finest chalets, hotels and apartments in the mountains and with access to the full ski market, they can tailor-make the perfect holiday. Offering total flexibility, their ski experts can find the best solution for their clients, whether that’s a luxury seven-night escape, a ski weekend or a long-haul, multi-destination trip.
