Tucked away in the north-west corner of Catalonia, Val d’Aran’s snow-capped mountains and lush valleys are attracting visitors from all over the world

While California is renowned for its pristine beaches, the state is also home to a flourishing ski scene. Under the direction of Andrew Wirth, Squaw Valley Ski Resort has turned Lake Tahoe’s slopes into a winter playground

The luxurious Carlton Hotel can be found nestled in the Swiss Alps, in the very heart of St Moritz, one of the world’s most celebrated skiing destinations

Emerging with bountiful on and off piste activities, the four-star MK Mountain Resort Grand Hotel and Spa has embraced the unique, natural environment Serbia has to offer, while maintaining its strong emphasis on corporate travel, becoming our Best Business Hotel, Serbia, 2012

With eco-tourism in vogue as never before, Miriam Willis asks if our love affair with the ski slopes can ever yield a sustainable future