Enjoy Ski In Korea: SKI RESORTS IN KOREA

I have posted some informations like transportation, accommodation, ski lesson but I didn't let you know the important information; How many ski resorts are in Korea?
So today, I want to focus on posting SKI RESORTS IN KOREA.

Most of ski resorts are placed at Gangwon-do

Although Gangwon-do is placed at the end of Korea, it is near from Seoul. Also, it can have cold and snowy weather due to the advantage of geographical location. That's why there are many ski resorts in Gangwon-do. As you can see in this picture, 9 ski resorts are in Gangwon-do; Elysian, Daemyung Vivaldi Park, Alpensia, Yongpyong, Phonix, Oak Valley Snow Park, High 1 and O2 resort.

All of those ski resorts are fine to enjoy skiing. But I want to introduce just 3 ski resorts because the resorts have better ski lesson system for foreigners. (Including us, JSKI ^^ )

1. Yongpyong Ski Resort (Pyeongchang-gun,Gangwon-do)

Located at a range of altitudes between 700-1,500m above sea level in what is affectionately known as the "Alps of Korea," Yongpyong Resort bears the distiction of being the first ski resort in Korea to offer modern facilities. Many people even go so far as to say that this particular resort is a symbol of the development and popularization of skiing across the nation.

Yongpyong Resort can accommodate more skiers at a time than any other venue in the country and has built a strong international reputation having successfully hosted the World Cup Ski Championships, the Winter Asian Games, and other international ski competitions. Widely known as a filming location of the famous drama "Winter Sonata", the ski resort is especially popular among tourists from Japan and other Asian countries.
The slopes of Yongpyong see an average annual snowfall of 250 centimeters, meaning that this excellent facility can stay open slightly longer than the standard ski season. During the 2018 Pyeongchang Olympics, Yongpyong will host the alpine competitions.

2. Alpensia Ski Resort (Pyeongchan-gun,Gangwon-do)

Alpensia Resort is tucked away in the mountains at about 700m above sea level and is known for its excellent snow quality and sweeping views of the majestic Daegwallyeong Mountain Range. In addition to its 6 different slopes (including one reserved exclusively for snowboarders), the resort uses a high-speed lift system that can transport 2,400-3,000 skiers per hour, drastically reducing wait time.

As the main venue for the 2018 Pyeonchang Winter Olympics, Alpensia Resort has recently been the subject of much buzz across the nation and in the international sports community. Though the resort is currently equipped with competetion venres for ski jumping, cross-country skiing, and biathlon events, construction is still underway for luge, bobsled, and skeleton facilities for use during the Olympics. Even before Pyeongchang won the 2018 Olympic bid, the resort received attention as the filming location of "Take off", a movie about Korea's first national ski jumping team. Accommodations available within the resort grounds include the Holiday Inn nd Suites Alpensia Pyeongchang, Intercontinental Alpensia Pyeongchang Resort, and Holiday Inn Resort Alpensia Pyeongchang.

3. Daemyung Vivaldi Park Ski World

Daemyung Vivaldo Park ski World was the first ski resort in Korea to offer nighttime skiing and as such, has become a favorite among young skiers in their teens and twenties. Even the slope names (Hip-Hop, Techno, Funky, etc.) are geared towards young adults. Some of the more advanced slopes are uniquely designed with unexpected twists and turns for maximum thrills.

For those who are new to winter sports, Daemyung Vivaldi Park Ski World provides the perfect setting to safely enjoy skiing and snowboarding. There are a variety of slopes with different inclines and distances to give new snow sport enthusiasts the perfect chance to gradualy work their way up from the bunny slopes to the more advanced courses. In all, the park offers 13 different slopes and 10 lifts. Daemyung Vivaldi Park also includes Vivaldi Ocean World where you can relax at the spa after a long day of hitting the slopes.