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> #### What do you need to achieve this?
> - MCL's Multi Column snippet
> - using callout `[!multi-column]`, and `[!blank]` and tag `#mcl/list-card`
> - List Card width set to 200px (via Style Settings)
> - Contextual Typography plugin
> - so that the css can target the right list
## When is the best to ski in Switzerland?
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> > [!blank|wide-3]
> > - ### **The best months to ski** in Switzerland are **December, January, and February** with **January would be the best month to ski in Switzerland** of all three.
> > - Most tourists who intend to ski tend to visit **between Christmas and New Year**. Lots of locals go skiing during this period as well.
> > - **January** is the best month to ski in my opinion. Snow conditions are often good, there are fewer crowds and hotel prices are not as high.
> > - During **February**, it is common for locals to take ski vacations. If you go during this time, expect more crowds and higher hotel prices.
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> > [!info|wide-2]
> > ![[Pasted image 20221105233818.png]]
> > > Switzerland’s weather in January is dominated by cold temperatures and snowfall.
## Potential Beginner-Friendly Ski Resorts
- ### Arosa #mcl/list-card
- 
- Down the road from the famous [St Moritz](https://www.skisolutions.com/ski-holidays/switzerland-resorts/st-moritz) ski resort, [Arosa](https://www.skisolutions.com/ski-holidays/switzerland-resorts/arosa) has a lot to offer for beginners. There are nursery slopes and kids areas for first-time skiers to learn near the village.
- The Swiss ski resort attracts just as many non-skiers as skiers, because of its easy access and the beautiful town. It has a mixture of understated luxury, local traditions, and fantastic skiing.
- [View Arosa ski resort here](https://www.skisolutions.com/ski-holidays/switzerland-resorts/arosa)
- #### Transfer Time
- Geneva 4h 0m
- ### Crans Montana
- 
- The amount of beginner ski areas and 55km of blue runs in [Crans Montana](https://www.skisolutions.com/ski-holidays/switzerland-resorts/crans-montana) is a welcoming combination for first-time skiers. It’s one of the rare resorts where you can see the iconic Mont Blanc and Matterhorn mountains whilst you’re skiing.
- If you’re a foodie you’re in for a treat as there are over 90 restaurants in the village and mountains.
- [View Crans Montana resort here](https://www.skisolutions.com/ski-holidays/switzerland-resorts/crans-montana)
- #### Transfer Time
- From Zurich 3h 30m
- From Geneva 2h 0m
- ### Davos
- 
- On and off the slopes, [Davos](https://www.skisolutions.com/ski-holidays/switzerland-resorts/davos) is an easy ride and a great place to relax. Beginners can start on the nursery slopes at the foot of the Jakobshorn.
- The small town still has a traditional alpine charm but offers fantastic luxury options. You can also admire the fantastic mountain views that surround the ski resort.
- [View Davos ski resort here](https://www.skisolutions.com/ski-holidays/switzerland-resorts/davos)
- #### Davos Transfer time
- Geneva 4h 50m
- Zurich 2h 45m
- ### Grindelwald
- 
- The Bodmia beginners area in [Grindelwald](https://www.skisolutions.com/ski-holidays/switzerland-resorts/grindelwald) is an ideal place to learn, located in the [Jungfrau](https://www.skisolutions.com/blog/jungfrau-ski-area) region. The village is a picturesque mountain town with luxury ski options. You can even ride the mountain railway for a day to visit neighbouring mountain towns.
- The [bodmiARENA](https://www.grindelwaldsports.ch/en/bodmiarena.html) is a special beginners' zone.
- [View Grindelwald ski resort here](https://www.skisolutions.com/ski-holidays/switzerland-resorts/grindelwald)
- #### Transfer time
- Zurich 2h 0m
- Geneva 2h 30m
- ### Nendaz
- 
- There has been a recent investment in the beginner’s area in [Nendaz](https://www.skisolutions.com/ski-holidays/switzerland-resorts/nendaz). This area is located at the top of the Tracout bubble and is a fantastic place to learn.
- There are new drag lifts and magic carpets on the wide easy slopes. Part of the [4 Valleys ski area](https://www.skisolutions.com/blog/four-valleys-ski-area), Nendaz is the more affordable resort compared to neighbouring [Verbier](https://www.skisolutions.com/ski-holidays/switzerland-resorts/verbier).
- [View Nendaz ski resort here](https://www.skisolutions.com/ski-holidays/switzerland-resorts/nendaz)
- Transfer Time
- From Geneva 1h 40m
- ### Zermatt
- 
- What’s better than learning how to ski under the iconic view of the Matterhorn mountain? [Zermatt](https://www.skisolutions.com/ski-holidays/switzerland-resorts/zermatt) has a state-of-the-art beginner park in the Sunnegga area, perfect for first-time skiers and children.
- When you’re off the slopes, there’s fantastic restaurants and bars to visit in the village. A ski resort that will give you the ski bug for sure.
- [View Zermatt ski resort here](https://www.skisolutions.com/ski-holidays/switzerland-resorts/zermatt)
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> alternate method -- nest the list with `#mcl/list-card` inside a `[!blank]` callout
> [!blank]
>
> - ### Arosa #mcl/list-card
> - 
> - Down the road from the famous [St Moritz](https://www.skisolutions.com/ski-holidays/switzerland-resorts/st-moritz) ski resort, [Arosa](https://www.skisolutions.com/ski-holidays/switzerland-resorts/arosa) has a lot to offer for beginners. There are nursery slopes and kids areas for first-time skiers to learn near the village.
> - The Swiss ski resort attracts just as many non-skiers as skiers, because of its easy access and the beautiful town. It has a mixture of understated luxury, local traditions, and fantastic skiing.
> - [View Arosa ski resort here](https://www.skisolutions.com/ski-holidays/switzerland-resorts/arosa)
> - #### Transfer Time
> - Geneva 4h 0m
> - ### Crans Montana
> - 
> - The amount of beginner ski areas and 55km of blue runs in [Crans Montana](https://www.skisolutions.com/ski-holidays/switzerland-resorts/crans-montana) is a welcoming combination for first-time skiers. It’s one of the rare resorts where you can see the iconic Mont Blanc and Matterhorn mountains whilst you’re skiing.
> - If you’re a foodie you’re in for a treat as there are over 90 restaurants in the village and mountains.
> - [View Crans Montana resort here](https://www.skisolutions.com/ski-holidays/switzerland-resorts/crans-montana)
> - #### Transfer Time
> - From Zurich 3h 30m
> - From Geneva 2h 0m
> - ### Davos
> - 
> - On and off the slopes, [Davos](https://www.skisolutions.com/ski-holidays/switzerland-resorts/davos) is an easy ride and a great place to relax. Beginners can start on the nursery slopes at the foot of the Jakobshorn.
> - The small town still has a traditional alpine charm but offers fantastic luxury options. You can also admire the fantastic mountain views that surround the ski resort.
> - [View Davos ski resort here](https://www.skisolutions.com/ski-holidays/switzerland-resorts/davos)
> - #### Davos Transfer time
> - Geneva 4h 50m
> - Zurich 2h 45m
> - ### Grindelwald
> - 
> - The Bodmia beginners area in [Grindelwald](https://www.skisolutions.com/ski-holidays/switzerland-resorts/grindelwald) is an ideal place to learn, located in the [Jungfrau](https://www.skisolutions.com/blog/jungfrau-ski-area) region. The village is a picturesque mountain town with luxury ski options. You can even ride the mountain railway for a day to visit neighbouring mountain towns.
> - The [bodmiARENA](https://www.grindelwaldsports.ch/en/bodmiarena.html) is a special beginners' zone.
> - [View Grindelwald ski resort here](https://www.skisolutions.com/ski-holidays/switzerland-resorts/grindelwald)
> - #### Transfer time
> - Zurich 2h 0m
> - Geneva 2h 30m
> - ### Nendaz
> - 
> - There has been a recent investment in the beginner’s area in [Nendaz](https://www.skisolutions.com/ski-holidays/switzerland-resorts/nendaz). This area is located at the top of the Tracout bubble and is a fantastic place to learn.
> - There are new drag lifts and magic carpets on the wide easy slopes. Part of the [4 Valleys ski area](https://www.skisolutions.com/blog/four-valleys-ski-area), Nendaz is the more affordable resort compared to neighbouring [Verbier](https://www.skisolutions.com/ski-holidays/switzerland-resorts/verbier).
> - [View Nendaz ski resort here](https://www.skisolutions.com/ski-holidays/switzerland-resorts/nendaz)
> - Transfer Time
> - From Geneva 1h 40m
> - ### Zermatt
> - 
> - What’s better than learning how to ski under the iconic view of the Matterhorn mountain? [Zermatt](https://www.skisolutions.com/ski-holidays/switzerland-resorts/zermatt) has a state-of-the-art beginner park in the Sunnegga area, perfect for first-time skiers and children.
> - When you’re off the slopes, there’s fantastic restaurants and bars to visit in the village. A ski resort that will give you the ski bug for sure.
> - [View Zermatt ski resort here](https://www.skisolutions.com/ski-holidays/switzerland-resorts/zermatt)
