The views from high in the French Alps are mesmerizing, as is the snow itself, which gently crunches and grips your skis as you carve into it.
That's the beauty of skiing in Europe: Epic scenery and great conditions are complemented by delicious food and welcoming hotels — all at a cost that many skiers would consider much more affordable than what a trip sets travelers back in the United States.
And major ski brands are noticing. This year, the Ikon Pass added five new mountains within the Valle d'Aosta region of the Italian Alps, along with the Austrian ski resort of Ischgl, expanding access it already offered to resorts in Austria, France, Italy, Switzerland and the small country of Andorra in the eastern Pyrenees mountains. Similarly, the Indy Pass added more than a dozen new European resorts, including in Austria, Switzerland, Norway, Slovenia and beyond.
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