Sure, it’s farther than your usual weekend getaway, but Crans-Montana is absolutely worth the effort. It’s big enough to ski new runs all week, beautiful enough to feel cinematic, and sunny enough to keep you smiling through tired legs. Add in the convenience of Epic Pass access, and you’ve got one of the most underrated international ski trips for U.S. skiers.
Jasper, Alberta, is the place in Canada’s Rocky Mountains where the air is crisp, the landscape is vast, and the silence is so profound you can hear your own heartbeat. This small town hosts year-round adventure, but the magic especially comes alive in winter. Climb glaciers, ski your heart out, and watch wildlife under one of the world’s largest Dark Sky Preserves.