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Niseko might be teeming with ski enthusiasts come winter, but it is not impossible to enjoy the slopes in peace – if you know where to go. Lim Hui-Juan, co-founder and COO of boutique agency Quotient Travelplanner, shares this insider tip: Head for Mt Weisshorn. “There, the powder enthusiast can relish the freedom of having an entire mountain to himself,” she reveals. This former ski resort – now used on an exclusive basis – takes only a maximum of 12 guests each day, and the thoughtful full-day package even includes safety gear and lunch. Patrons are ferried in snowcat machines across untouched and pristine snow-covered slopes – all free of crowd and queues. This means you can dedicate all the time you have to skiing and snowboarding.