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Not exactly renowned for a snowboarding destination and a warm weather snap up in the mountains can destroy a season, but they make full use of what they have

No longer the bargain basement of countries to visit, with the modern lifts and linked areas has come increased prices, but its still below what you would pay in the Alps

On the up, with some investment going on in the resort infrastructure and some bargains to be had, especially if you like your spirits

As a whole, it's more about the fridges and carpets than the real stuff, but with good conditions and ideally mid-week, Scotland can surprise

The pick of the Northern hemisphere countries with a great selection or regular resorts, club fields and some heli opportunities. They know how to build decent parks, but chances are you're not going to be waist deep in pow very often.

Cheaper than the rest of the Alps and plenty of fantastic resorts to visit, even though many take a while to reach.

Gets the occassional snow on its highest peaks, but not longer consistent enough to run any lifts