The best ski resorts for non-skiers

Ortisei in Italy takes the sixth spot on the index with a score of 23 out of 100. Ortisei has the highest number of cafes, restaurants and pubs on the European index, making this the perfect choice for any foodie in search of some famously delicious Italian cuisine. If shopping is more your thing, you’ll also find 7 shopping centres in Ortisei, with endless shops waiting for you to sift through!

St Mortiz in Switzerland is the seventh best European ski resort for non-skiers! St Mortiz has an impressive total of 62 things to do, such as places to explore and activities, as well as 14 events on offer, including nightlife experiences and air tours, so it is safe to say that St Mortiz has plenty to ensure you make the most of your stay.
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St. Anton am Arlberg in Austria ranks as the eighth best ski resort for non-skiers in Europe. With 43 things to do for non-skiers, such as places to explore and activities near the resort, this is the perfect destination for those looking for adventure.

L'Alpe d'Huez in France is the ninth-best European ski holiday destination for non-skiers and we can definitely see why! Here, you’ll find 5 different spa facilities to choose from, perfect for those in search of tranquillity and relaxation on their ski holiday.
From £1,936, travellers can explore the wide variety of the Savoie ski area and the incredible ski and non-ski activities it has to offer. With breathtaking views, stunning apres ski, and the opportunity to relax at the blissful PAYOT spa- a Club Med holiday to Alpe d'Huez has it all!

Rounding off the top ten is Saalbach-Hinterglemm in Austria, if this is the place for you, remember to pack your walking boots, as this location made it into the top ten thanks to its six hiking trails waiting to be explored, the perfect way to fully embrace the alpine air and views!

Taking the top spot with an impressive score of 91 out of 100, Queenstown, New Zealand has a lot to offer non-skiers. With 31 spas, this is the perfect place to kick back and relax, and when you’re done making a splash in the hot tub, splash some cash at one of the 51 shopping centres Queenstown offers! For those who want to explore all the city has to offer, Queenstown has 141 local events from nature and wildlife tours to horseback riding, and even a tour of the Lord of the Rings filming locations! With a huge variety of offerings, Queenstown makes the perfect winter getaway.

The second-best ski resort for non-skiers is Breckenridge, Colorado, with a score of 79 out of 100. Here you’ll find an incredible 239 things to do, and waiting glumly in the hotel for your skier friends to finish isn't one of them! Breckenridge is the place for those who think of Italian food and not ski positions when they hear “pizza slice”, with 13 cafes, restaurants and pubs on offer. If you’re looking for a way to keep active during your trip, wrap up warm and explore one of the 14

Jackson, Wyoming ranked as the third-best ski resort for non-skiers, with a score of 71 out of 100. If you prefer to shop than ski, Jackson is the perfect place with 62 shopping centres - the most out of all cities analysed! Jackon is also joint with Queenstown as the location with the most events, with 141 different options, from horseback riding to water activities, there will certainly be something perfect for you.

Coming in fourth place of the best ski resorts for non-skiers is Whistler in British Columbia. Whistler follows closely behind Jackson with a score of 70 out of 100. This is thanks to its incredible variety of 23 different spa facilities for those hoping to relax and unwind on their ski trip. Whistler also has lots to offer those in search of adventure too, including 15 extreme tours and activities, such as zip lining and paragliding in the snow, ideal for those ready to step out of their comfort zone.

Only 22 points less than the top spot, Park City, Utah, rounds off the top five best ski resorts for non-skiers with a score of 69 out of 100. Park City has an impressive 32 spa facilities on offer, the most spas of all resorts analysed! Park City also offers 276 things to do, such as places to explore and activities, so you are guaranteed an action-packed ski holiday in Park City if you don’t ski.

If you fancy something fun while on your ski holiday, snow tubing is a perfect choice to have fun in the snow. To go snow tubing, all you need is an air-filled inner tube to sit in while you slide down a snowy hill - the higher up you are the faster you go!

Spa facilities at a ski resort are great for unwinding after a tiring day of activities, but it also is great to take full advantage of the facilities at your disposal and make a day of it! Stay in and away from the freezing outdoor temperatures and get toasty in the sauna, or treat yourself to a treatment and leave feeling balanced and nourished.

Do you love getting your steps in and seeing beautiful scenery? Then don't skip out on hiking on your ski holiday. Hiking is one of the best forms of exercising there is, combined with the tranquillity and beauty of nature surrounding you on a ski holiday, it truly makes for an unmatched experience.

If you're in search of an adrenaline-pumping activity then snowmobiling on your ski holiday is the way to go! Getting out into the snow, gliding over the surface surrounded by snowy landscapes and unique wildlife, you’re in for an unforgettable experience.

If you’re travelling with children, ice skating is a great family-friendly activity to get everyone out together. Whether you’re a beginner or an expert on the ice you’ll enjoy gliding around the many indoor and outdoor ice rinks available!

If you want to learn more about the heritage of your holiday destination, a wildlife tour is a wholesome way to get to know the local wildlife in their natural winter habitat and hear all about their survival adaptations.

Snowshoeing is a great ski holiday exercise and makes the perfect alternative to the more traditional skiing or snowboarding, not to mention it is far easier to get the hang of. Snowshoeing is essentially an adaptation of hiking, where you walk over snow with the assistance of snowshoes!

If you’re after a thrilling activity (and aren't afraid of heights), why not try ziplining? Soar over the breathtaking scenery with an unobstructed view while the refreshingly chilly breeze blows past you!

Partying and skiing go hand in hand, what is a ski trip without apres-ski after all? Let your hair down on your getaway by enjoying the booming music and alcoholic beverage the bars have to offer!

The perfect time to treat yourself is when on holiday, especially when you have hundreds of stores with unique designs at your disposal that your local stores at home may not stock! If you’re looking for a chilled-out daytime activity, shopping is a great opportunity to treat yourself and catch up with friends and family who join you.

To find out the best ski resorts in the world for non-skiers, Club Med collected data on the top 20 most visited ski resorts in the world according to TripAdvisor. Tripadvisor was then scraped on 7 data points to find a total index score per ski resort.
We collected data on each ski resort by these 7 metrics;

• Things to do (total of places to explore/activities)
• Number of Spas
• Number of Shopping Centers
• Number of Hiking Trails
• Number of Cafes, Restaurants and pubs
• Number of local events
• Number of extreme tours/activities
  This is then wrapped with a final average score of each metric to determine the best ski resorts in the world for non-skiers.