Changing seasons make it impossible for skiers to practice techniques necessary to further enjoy skiing and other types of snow sports. But if snow athletes are willing to travel, skiing and snowsport gems all over the world will make it possible all year round this 2017.

Nozawa Onsen in Japan. From the start of the year, skiers pursuing their passion would want to head to the town of Nozawa Onsen. The farming village features a fire festival during winter and has an entire quarter of the season for skiers and snowboarders to enjoy doing their craft. Snow athletes can expect 50 kilometers of skiing fun.

Big White in Canada. From March to April, Big White in Canada -- including all its rental shops and ski resorts -- are still open. Big White is ideal if skiers are traveling with family members who also wish to learn more about ski sports and snowboarding. Having a 2,225m slope makes for good practice and fun for everyone. Another slope for more experienced and for professional skiers is the nearby Whistler with bowls and chutes.

Galtur In Austria

From April to June, Austria serves up an amazing slope in the "Alp Trida" run. Complemented by a baroque church and bars for after-ski parties and relaxation, the experienced skier has everything he or she needs in Galtur. But for better refreshments, according to Traveller Australia, skiers can head to Ischgl, which is only a bus ride away.

Ski Portillo in Chile. Considered as the best ski resort in Chile, it opens from August to October and sometimes stretches to November. The Ski Portillo resort is located near the top of the mountain Andes. With over a thousand acres available for skiing, many kilometers are reserved for experienced and professional ski athletes.

Ski Tignes in France. The French Alps are open from November to January. According to Owners Direct, the French Alps is a premiere skiing destination. Tignes-Val d'Isere ski area offers 300km of slope with a hundred kilometers dedicated only for experienced and professional skiers. Despite the volume of skiers, the 78 lifts to the summit makes the resort an impressive and efficient skiing location.