Dancing outside in the snow or on benches to recorded or live music is common. Moreover, everything is done in ski clothing. While many argue that Après-Ski continues throughout dinner, others argue that it might last until bedtime. A playground of mountaineering, Chamonix is a near-mythical destination for serious skiers with serious drinking appetites to match. Craft beer: You’ll see hearty IPAs and porters from Washington State to Vermont. Notable brews include the Alchemist’s Heady Topper Double IPA out of Vermont and the Bavarian-style Skiesta Lager from Sierra Nevada Brewing Company For the best après ski moments, The Krazy Kangaruh is bonkers and not for those wanting a chilled après scene! Directly across the piste from the KK the Mooserwirt starts the party with ‘The Final Countdown’ at 3pm and then cranks out loud and cheesy Austro/German pop and gets the crowd into a table dancing frenzy. Just seeing the beer servers who carry up to 30 full size drinks on doubled up trays is worth the trip. Those guys are seriously strong. Also highly recommend the Heustadl for live music on the slopes. It’s in a perfect suntrap just before you get to the KK on the left. View ski holidays in St Anton > It might surprise you but there isn’t any right or wrong way to experience Après-Ski. While some people might enjoy tasting the local alcohol and dancing to the rhythm, others might warm up with mulled wine and surround by a fire. When does it start?

Holiday Types All-inclusive ski holidays Group ski holidays Luxury ski holidays Family ski holidays Cheap ski holidays Snowboarding holidays Short breaks Beginner ski holidays Solo ski holidays Mini Board™ Ski Train Holidays Lift Pass Included Retro ski suit – If you are thinking about making an impact, nothing can be compared to a retro suit from the 80s. These suits are groovy, waterproof, and provide you with the necessary warmth. So, get your hands on a funky piece and go with a classic style that will make you stand out in the crowd.

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Headband – Adding a headband to your outfit is the final touch you can give to your Après-Ski party. Headbands keep away the sweat off your brows and hair. According to Snow Japan, prior to Covid-19, Japan was becoming a more frequent destination for Western snow lovers looking for a good après. Val D’Isère (France) – Grab a mulled wine and listen to a live DJ at the famous ‘La Folie Douce’ to see what après is all about. Colored sun cream – Do you intend to protect your skin while retaining a funky style? If so, grab a fluorescent sun cream and paint something different on your face. That way, it protects your soft skin and adds cool vibes at the same time. Craft beers: Try the Power Day Pilsner from Queenstown’s Altitude Brewing or the Kiwi Pale Ale from Wanaka-based Ground Up Brewing

Where to begin? East Coast or West Coast? Northwest or Southwest? The U.S. après-ski scene is as varied as its states, though an undercurrent of cheap beer and fleece runs across the country. Hearty fare in mountaintop lodges or ski bar and grills (chili and cornbread, soups, nachos, and hot chocolate are all staples) fuel full-day ski and snowboarding sessions. But that’s where the similarities end. Veuve Clicquot: As a toast of sorts to European après-ski, you can find slopeside “bubbly” bars sponsored by this French champagne house at top U.S. ski resorts like Utah’s Deer Valley and Aspen Snowmass in Colorado Après-Ski is a term in French that means ‘after skiing’ or ‘after ski’. The term became popular in the 1950s. Après-Ski is the immediate aftermath following a session of skiing. In general, it involves piste-side parties along with dancing in lively bars. Ferraris are usually parked out front of Badrutt’s Palace Hotel, and elite athletes often compete at the Kulm Hotel, credited as the birthplace of modern winter sports. Jägermeister (Austria and Switzerland): A licorice liqueur made with 56 herbs and spices (drop a shot of Jägermeister into Red Bull or beer to make the popular Jägerbomb)In the Après-world, France has almost taken the reigns from Austria with the proliferation of Folie Douce like establishments popping up everywhere. The newest addition is in Avoriaz 1800, standing out with its loud music on the slopes but still blending in with the resorts dynamic architecture. Other great places are the 360° Bar in Val Thorens, the Pano Bar in Les Deux Alpes, and especially Cocoricos in Val d’Isére. 1. Val Thorens, France The highest party town in the Alps Many resorts in France and Austria are geared up for piste parties, where its not uncommon to see mountain goers dancing on the tables after a long day on the slopes, followed by late night in a club – and a sore head the next day! The La Folie Douce aprés ski venues can be found across Europe. Image: @foliedoucevaldisere