Soak in hot springs with snow monkeys ! Discover four top winter hot spring & ski destinations

Winter is approaching, and ski resorts across the globe are gradually opening. A renowned travel platform has selected popular winter ski destinations in Japan and Canada from 830 million user reviews, allowing you to explore local attractions and enjoy a joyful white holiday.

Japan is known for having some of the world’s highest quality powder snow, with hundreds of ski resorts scattered from north to south. Among them, Hokkaido boasts the most abundant snowfall, making it the top choice for skiing enthusiasts. Nagano Prefecture and Niigata Prefecture, located in the suburbs of Tokyo, are also famous ski destinations. Many ski resorts are close to well-known local hot spring spots, offering not only skiing but also hot spring experiences, which are highly favored by Taiwanese travelers.

For those with longer holidays, you might also consider heading to the world-renowned paradise for skiers — Canada. Located in British Columbia, Whistler and Banff in Alberta were ranked ninth and tenth respectively on TripAdvisor’s 2019 “Travelers’ Choice” Best Travel Destinations in Canada list, making them must-visit hotspots for skiing enthusiasts.

Hokkaido
Known as the “powder snow paradise,” Hokkaido is the top ski destination for many Taiwanese.The region offers pristine, fluffy white powder snow and excellent ski terrain. Areas such as Sapporo, Niseko Town, and Furano host hundreds of well-equipped ski resorts, ranging from beginner-friendly slopes to advanced alpine skiing. In addition to winter sports, you can also visit the Sapporo Beer Garden to try local lamb barbecue, explore the polar animals at Asahiyama Zoo, or admire the stunning winter scenery at the scenic Lake Toya.

There are plenty of accommodation options, from all-in-one ski hotels like Club Med Tomamu Hokkaido to refined Japanese-style inns such as Hakodate La Vista Hotel by the Sea. Both properties have been featured on the 2019 “Travelers’ Choice – Best Hotels in Japan” and “Best Breakfast Hotels in Japan” lists, respectively.