Ideas for those who love a chilly adventure!
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Adventure: World-class skiing + snowboarding, snowshoeing, and bobsled rides at Utah Olympic Park
Stay: Washington School House Hotel – stylish, intimate, and near the slopes
Best Time to Go: January–March
Solo Vibe: Easy to navigate, upscale yet friendly, and plenty of cozy cafes to warm up between runs
Winter Wow: Try a moonlit snowshoe tour followed by fireside fondue
Adventure: Epic skiing, snowmobiling through the backcountry, and snowcat tours
Stay: Nita Lake Lodge – lakeside views and a stellar spa
Best Time to Go: December–February
Solo Vibe: Active and social — easy to meet people on group tours or at après-ski spots
Winter Wow: Book a dog sledding adventure through the Callaghan Valley
Adventure: Ski the legendary Alps, take the Aiguille du Midi cable car for glacier views, or try alpine hiking
Stay: Héliopic Hotel & Spa – stylish and walkable with wellness perks
Best Time to Go: Late January–March for good snow and fewer crowds
Solo Vibe: Classic European ski town charm with French pastry energy in the mornings and vin chaud at night
Winter Wow: Glide across Mer de Glace on a guided glacier trek
Adventure: Dog sledding, snowmobiling under the Northern Lights, cross-country skiing, and visiting Santa’s Village
Stay: Arctic TreeHouse Hotel in Rovaniemi or a glass igloo in Kakslauttanen
Best Time to Go: December–March
Solo Vibe: Magical, otherworldly, and great for deep solo reflection and light-hearted wonder
Winter Wow: Book a nighttime snowmobile safari to (hopefully) spot the aurora borealis
Adventure: Backcountry skiing, snowshoeing in Grand Teton National Park, and winter wildlife safaris
Stay: Hotel Jackson – sleek, warm, and perfectly located
Best Time to Go: January–March
Solo Vibe: Rugged luxe — solo-friendly but with wild energy
Winter Wow: Take a sleigh ride through the National Elk Refuge
Adventure: Legendary powder skiing and boarding, snowshoeing, and onsen (hot springs) soaking
Stay: Zaborin Ryokan – luxurious, peaceful, and includes meals
Best Time to Go: January–February (peak powder!)
Solo Vibe: Serene and exotic — mix of mountain adventure and cultural calm
Winter Wow: Go night skiing under the stars, then soak in your private onsen tub
Adventure: Downhill and cross-country skiing, ice skating, and scenic gondola rides
Stay: The Lodge at Spruce Peak
Best Time to Go: December–February
Solo Vibe: Cozy New England charm with boutique shops, fireplaces, and maple everything
Winter Wow: Treat yourself to a post-ski maple sugar massage at the spa
Adventure: High-altitude skiing, glacier hiking, and tobogganing with Matterhorn views
Stay: CERVO Mountain Resort
Best Time to Go: Late January–early March
Solo Vibe: Sophisticated and scenic, perfect for solo luxury and introspective mountain moments
Winter Wow: Ride the Gornergrat Bahn (Europe’s highest open-air cog railway)
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