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Alternative Ski Destinations That You've Probably Never Heard Of

While you can't entirely avoid the social media mania that's about to hit from globe-trotting bloggers and A-listers on ski holidays in Gstaad and Verbier, take a moment to think. There's more out there than what you see on social media. Would you rather burn through your savings on Perrier-Jouët at an Après ski chalet, with only a nasty hangover to wake up to – or check out some seriously alternative, not-yet-explored destinations?  

If you're serious about your holidays, you'll know that authentic experiences are better than touristy ones. You'll also know that there's more to a good ski destination than a name, Jäger bombs and dancing on tables (erm, well, sometimes).

While these eight lesser known slopes may not be for the experts among you (generally smaller mountains, fewer black pistes), they are the best skiing destinations to avoid the crowds  and off the beaten path enough to guarantee weird and wonderful stories to tell upon return.     

We've even teamed up with TripAdvisor Vacation Rentals to suggest ski chalets for each destination that won't break the bank. You're welcome.