94 December 2019 www.bahrainthismonth.com St Anton am Arlberg is one of Europe’s best resorts for serious skiers and, with some of the most challenging runs in the Alps, it’s definitely not for beginners. The first ski club in the Alps began here in 1901 and it has 280km of terrain with heights reaching 2,800m providing excellent off-piste opportunities. Less accomplished skiers can take a bus to the nearby slopes of Lech and Zürs. St Anton is accessible by train and there are great reasonably-priced hotels and lively après ski in the bars, clubs and restaurants. Much loved by a posh clientele, Kitzbühel gives Switzerland’s glamorous highend resorts a run for their money with its luxury hotels, designer boutiques and top-of-the-range restaurants. Walled and frescoed, it is known as one of Austria’s loveliest towns boasting a long season from October to May. There are runs suitable for skiers of all levels and, for those who really aren’t interested in skiing, the town has plenty to keep them occupied. On The Piste travel
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