Club Med will debut Club Med Kirora Grand, its newest Japan ski resort, in December, adding to the chain’s roster of 20 mountain resorts throughout the Alps, Canada, and Asia.

Located in Hokkaido, Japan’s internationally renowned ski destination, the untouched mountain features white powder snow and unique ski trails that features skiing until May (with 160 days of winter), along with night and off-piste skiing.

In addition to skiing and other winter sports, guests at the resort can learn more about the culture and traditions of the Kiroro area through day trips to Otaru, a coastal town of Sapporo known for its glasswork, Sake, and beer distilleries.

The native Ainu heritage of Hokkaido is displayed in local shops that house beautiful handcrafted wood carvings and embroidered clothing.

Inspired by the Kiroro’s natural landscape, Club Med Kiroro Grand is designed with a distinctive enchanted forest theme, encapsulated from the reception to the 266 guest rooms depicting natural finishes and rich, traditional Japanese influences throughout. Upon arrival, guests will be drawn into the signature mountain charm bringing the great outdoors inside.

The resort is situated in an unspoiled ski domain with 23 courses for all levels and off-piste ski slopes across the Asari and Nagamine mountains. Included in the stay, travellers will enjoy unlimited ski-in and ski-out access to a pristine domain, lift passes, group ski and snowboard lessons tailored to all ages and skill levels.

Guests seeking active experiences outside of traditional skiing and snowboarding can choose from a plethora of activities at the resort like yoga, cardio training, digital darts and more. The resort also caters to families and children with dedicated Children’s Clubs for kids ages 2-17.

After spending the day on the mountain, guests can enjoy apres-ski activities like the brand’s first traditional Japanese onsen, featuring a dedicated wellness lounge with a sauna and a hot stone room; or indulge in the resort’s Japanese-inspired restaurants, the Club Med Spa, indoor swimming pool and all-day entertainment. Additionally, Club Med Kiroro Grand is a three-minute gondola ride from its sister resort Club Med Kiroro Peak and will be the brand’s sole mountain destination in Asia.

Punta Cana

Meanwhile, Club Med has unveiled new renovations and extensions to its flagship Village, Club Med Punta Cana. L’Hispaniola, the main beachfront restaurant, has been completely transformed, showcasing Punta Cana’s colourful culture, while the resort’ s 90 family rooms, 48 Superior rooms and 36 Deluxe rooms have been renovated and specially designed for families. The Village will also now boast a new space dedicated to weddings and a beauty salon in collaboration with renowned L’Occitane products.