APH Resort Guides at a Glance:
Red Resort, Canada

Overview
It may be one of British Columbia’s smaller resorts, but Red has big plans. It also has a legendary history, for having produced more Olympic skiers than any other North American ski town - among them Nancy Greene, the 1968 gold medallist. This is still a local resort mainly, but outsiders are beginning to catch on. The terrain here is awesome.

Terrain
Red consists of two mountains - Granite and the eponymous Red - which together provide 1585 acres of skiable terrain. In layman’s terms this equates to 87 runs and six lifts. However, Red’s residents are famous for creating their own ’runs’ , which you won’t find on the map. The off-piste terrain here is awesome, so get a local to show you round.

Recommended run
For a great warm-up that gives you spectacular views, take Ridge Run, off to the left of XX chair; this leads round the back of Granite Mountain, and turns into Reno’s Run and Easy Street, before leading back to base. If you’re feeling brave, try The Cliff, a double-black diamond on Red Mountain.

Ski-in, ski-out?
There are lots of cute little lodges located within walking distance of the hill. The Ram’s Head Inn is a couple of minutes from the lift, and has a hot tub, free wireless internet and great breakfasts.

Cost of living
Eating out in Canada is pretty cheap compared to Europe. A lunchtime burger will cost you about £4, and an evening meal is about £10 with wine. Try the Old Firehall, in nearby Rossland.

Nightlife
The bar at the base station is worth going to for apres beers - check out the old black and white photos of the legends who’ve skied here. Most of the pubs are located in Rossland; if you’re staying near the ski hill, you’ll easily get a cab.

Alternative activities
There’s not a huge amount to do away from the slopes. But if you’re intent on having a day off the skis, you should try some snowshoeing - the views are spectacular around here, and you’ll see a lot more wildlife than you would on skis.

Family friendly
As with most Canadian resorts, the ski school here is very good, and there’s a smattering of little green runs near the base, which allow your youngsters to practice their turns while you head off in search of more challenging stuff.