A longtime favorite ski resort in Colorado, USA is Winter Park Resort. They have a fantastic ski school with classes (both group and individual) for all age groups and abilities. There is a huge variety of terrain at Winter Park, spread over 2 large peaks, meaning that you will always have somewhere new to try as your skiing ability improves. It is also conveniently located only 70 miles from Denver.
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Gurgl-Obergurgl, Austria This is absolutely one of the best resorts to learn to ski. The instructors are top of the line and do not let the student advance without having completely mastered basic skills. The area has an old world charm which makes it perfect for families with new skiers. |
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Chatel, Portes du Soliel, France Chatel is an area within the largest ski resort in the entire world. The instructors are world class level skiers. Because of its size, the beginner trails are many and there are numerous others for higher levels of skiers. |
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Glenshee, Scotland Glenshee is the best ski resort for instruction in the area. The ski school is focused on beginner levels of skiers. It is inexpensive and packages make for even better deals. Glenshee has the biggest lift system in all of the UK so beginners won’t get bored waiting to ski. |
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Kranjska, Slovenia Kranjska is a small resort close to the Italian and Austrian borders. It is very family conscious and beginner oriented. The runs are long and wide which provides the new skier with a thrilling yet safe experience. |
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Telluride, Colorado, USA Telluride has some of the most experienced instructors in North America. The ski school is reasonably priced and the packages make for some sweet beginner deals. Although a great place for the new skier, Telluride will also prove to be challenging for experts as well. No one will be bored at Telluride. |