The Best Ski and Spa Resorts for Après Relaxation | Condé Nast Traveler

"As far as Alps skiing goes, Gstaad’s location in the Sarine Valley in western Switzerland, is ideal for beginners and those who are sensitive to high altitudes (1,400 is the highest point, making this a fine introduction to European piste, and off-piste, activity). As delightful as it is to ski or snowboard in one of the country’s toniest towns (Madonna and Justin Timberlake are fans, to name a couple of celebs), it’s even better unwinding back at the ultra luxurious Gstaad Palace . If the cold weather is wreaking havoc on your face, consider the rejuvenating facial (Augustinus Bader products are a featured part of the service), or book a spa suite and prepare to be scrubbed down until your dry, wintery skin is once again buttery soft, supple, and smooth."