1. Accessible Solitude

A 10 hour flight from London, Salt Lake City (the closest international airport to a ski resort in the world) welcomes with open arms. Lowri recommends spending one night at the Grand America Hotel before flying the final one-hour connecting distance straight to Sun Valley, where the resort bus will be waiting to take you the 14 miles to the Sun Valley Village.

2. Village Atmosphere

Sun Valley Village is easily walkable, with restaurants, shops, a cinema, bowling alley and several hotels within a short stroll. The complimentary bus will connect you to everywhere you need to go, including the mountain base areas, the town of Ketchum, and north and south valley adventures!

3. Unbeatable Skiing

Twelve chairlifts and 65 varied runs await skiers and boarders on both sides of Bald Mountain. Adding to the Baldy adventure are themed trails for kids, with 30 acres of gladed terrain. Meanwhile, Dollar Mountain is the perfect place for beginners to sample these downhill sports and features new high-speed quads and progressive skate-style terrain parks. State-of-the-art snowmaking systems ensure seamless access and excellent conditions, complimented by stunning alpine views, a vibrant après-ski scene, and luxurious accommodations.

4. Easy Rentals & Expert Lessons

As easy as could be, you can hire your skis and boards directly at the base of the mountain so you won’t have to lug them from your lodge to the slopes. Whether you would like one-on-one instruction to improve your skills, a private mountain guide to lead you through the diverse terrain or an exclusive early-up ride and first tracks all to yourself, every level o skier and boarder will enjoy a private SnowSports School experience.

5. Endless Activities

Discover some of the best cross-country skiing in America, with unmatched trail quality, training programs, rentals and a state-of-the-art clubhouse for skiers of all levels, or ditch the skis for a day and try your hand at snowshoeing  or ‘fat biking’ along Trail Creek! Try winter fly fishing or embark on the adventure of a lifetime with a heli-skiing tour. Skate around one of the few year-round outdoor ice rinks in the country with one of the best views in the valley, or head inside to the bowling alley, cinema or yoga studio. Of course, there are delightful outdoor pools and saunas at Sun Valley Lodge too.