Mayrhofen

A once-traditional village in Austria’s Zillertal Valley, Mayrhofen has been a popular destination for British skiers (and now snowboarders) since the Seventies. The local area offers 136km of highly rated skiing terrain. However, for the keenest of skiers, the Zillertaler Superskipass provides access to a massive 515km of pistes in the valley. The après scene here is wild, so if you’re looking for a party resort then Mayhofen is the place to be. Visit in April to join in the fun at Snowbombing. This week-long snow festival includes igloo raves, world-class DJs and, of course, plenty of time on the slopes.

Nearest airport: Innsbruck, only 120 mins away with HolidayTaxis.

Seefeld in Tirol

Only a short distance from Innsbruck, and with separate ski areas for beginners and intermediates, Seefeld is an ideal resort for newcomers to the sport. It’s an attractive Austrian village with plenty of activities for non-skiers (snow-shoeing, winter hikes, sleigh rides). Seefeld also boasts some excellent cross-country skiing terrain, making it a great destination for mixed-ability groups. Very family friendly, this Olympic resort caters well to young skiers and has a great children’s area with a variety of nursery slopes. And, if you feel like getting away from the mountains for the day, Innsbruck is a beautiful city with plenty to see and do.

Nearest airport: Innsbruck, only 25 mins away with HolidayTaxis.

St Anton am Arlberg

St Anton am Arlberg is a little winter wonderland for everyone. Featuring fantastic pistes for intermediate to expert level skiing, it’s a pretty, historic town with beautiful snow-covered trails for hiking and romantic sleigh rides. This former ski world championships host offers 340km of slopes and lots of off-piste terrain to explore. It’s easily one of the best ski resorts in the Alps for competent skiers. Looking for a relaxing getaway? St Anton boasts boutique hotels and luxury spas, with plenty of fine cafes and shops for your days off the mountain.

Nearest airport: Innsbruck, only 25 mins away with HolidayTaxis.

Chamonix

A world-renowned, world-class skiing resort, Chamonix Mont-Blanc was the host of the very first Winter Olympic Games in 1924 and has been a pioneer among European ski resorts ever since. At the intersection of France, Italy and Switzerland, Chamonix is at an altitude of 1,035m. Its highest lift is at 3,842m. It has, of course, its baby runs. But the landscape here is on a heroic scale with big glacier runs and long mountain descents. It’s a busy town at the foot of the Mont Blanc with 9,000 permanent residents. Chamonix may not be the most peaceful winter getaway, but the views are incredible.

Nearest airport: Geneva, only 90 mins away with HolidayTaxis.

Sölden

Snow-sure Sölden, high up in Austria’s majestic Tyrolean Alps, offers high-altitude, intermediate-friendly pistes, big, vertical slopes and long runs such as the 9-mile-trail on Rettenbach glacier. It’s thanks to this, and another, glacier that Sölden’s ski season lasts for much of the year. Previously a lesser-known destination for British skiers, Sölden’s appearance as the backdrop for the 2015 Bond film SPECTRE has recently brought the resort into the spotlight. This ski resort is great for its lively après and scenic surroundings. A visit to its Big 3 glass viewing platforms provides incredible 360-degree views of over 3,000m of mountain peaks.

Nearest airport: Innsbruck, only 110 mins away with HolidayTaxis.

Val Thorens

The highest ski resort in the Trois Vallées, at 7,500 feet, Val Thorens provides guaranteed snow, often as late in the year as May. This longer season makes Val Thorens a great budget destination for anyone looking for a cheap ski break out of the normal skiing months. Val Thorens is 3-time winner of the World’s Best Ski Resort and winner of numerous European and French ski awards. It has some fantastic pistes that criss-cross the Méribel and Courchevel valleys into neighbouring Maurienne. Suitable for everyone, from beginners to experts, and the lively resort provides plenty of off-the-piste fun.

Nearest airport: Geneva, only 240 mins away with HolidayTaxis.

Saalbach Hinterglemm

Austria’s largest ski resort for intermediate-level skiers, Saalbach Hinterglemm, offers around 270km of slopes at different levels. It’s  an ideal choice for families, beginners and more experienced skiers. The endless pistes and quick, modern ski lifts make this resort a great place to get in plenty of practice. The two separate villages of Saalbach and Hinterglemm provide a lively setting, with a vibrant nightlife scene, and plenty of non-skiing entertainment during the day.

Nearest airport: Salzburg, only 100 mins away with HolidayTaxis.

Kitzbühel

Kitzbühel is perhaps Austria’s most popular ski resort and is ranked among the best in Europe every year. Drawing in some of the world’s greatest skiers every January for the notorious World Cup downhill race that takes place on the Hahnenkamm mountain, Kitzbühel ranks highly for world-class slopes. But it’s not just for daredevil sportsmen and women. This Austrian ski resort has miles of intermediate runs to enjoy and some fantastic ski schools for beginners. The beautiful medieval town itself is worth a visit any time of the year, with accommodation ranging from the more budget-friendly to elegant and expensive hotels.

Nearest airport: Salzburg, only 90 mins away with HolidayTaxis.

Ischgl

Once overlooked by British skiers, Ischgl has started to make a name for itself as a great destination for fun both on and off the piste. This is largely thanks to its start and end of season mountain-top gigs featuring A-list international stars like Bob Dylan, Tina Turner, Sting, Bon Jovi, Deep Purple, The Killers and Mariah Carey. The crowds tend to be in their 30s or older. So if you love your après ski, but don’t fancy partying with the kids, then this is your go-to place. Plus, with its 238km of pistes, and runs to suit all abilities, Ischgl offers some great quality skiing for all.

Nearest airport: Innsbruck, only 120 mins away with HolidayTaxis.

Lech Zurs am Arlberg

The revitalised farming villages of Lech and Zürs are some of the most fashionable ski resorts in Austria. Famous visitors have included Princess Diana, the Jordanian royal family, the Dutch royal family and Monaco’s Princess Caroline. Despite this, the resort caters to a range of budgets. Although only at an altitude of around 1,500m, the resort gets almost double the amount of snow compared to some of its French rivals, making it a sure choice for great skiing conditions. An ideal resort for intermediate level skiers, families and couples.

Nearest airport: Innsbruck, only 95 mins away with HolidayTaxis.