Skiing in Pila

Looking for somewhere truly 'bellissima' for your first skiing holiday? Say 'buongiorno' to Italy - home of friendly slopes, high-altitudes, and (arguably) some of the Alps best eats.

If we had to sum up skiing weekends in Italy in one word, it would be: Bellissima! Sunny days, soaring peaks, and some of the tastiest food in the Alps... trust us - an Italy ski weekend is an experience you can't miss.

Fancy heading somewhere different for your ski holiday in 2025/26? Here are a few of Heidi's favourite up-and-coming ski locations to add to your shortlist for the 2026/27 season. 

Whisk la famiglia away for an unforgettable Italy half term ski holiday this February. High-altitude peaks, jaw-dropping scenery, exquisite food - and something few other destinations can offer: genuinely quiet pistes.

Italian Christmases are just like Italian summers: great food, great company, and a whole lot of la dolce vita! Our Heidi experts are here with their pick of the best Italy Christmas ski holidays to book this December.

Heaps of snow? Heavenly views? Long seasons? Tick. Tick. aannnnd Tick! Here are some of our fave high-altitude ski resorts where you can avoid the crowds.