Whether you're a slope virgin, or a seasoned pro looking for a fresh perspective, let's take a look the two options.
For the first-timers... Skiing may seem a little more intuitive for beginners, with its familiar "pizza and French fries" technique. Snowboarding, on the other hand, requires a bit more patience and balance as you learn to control your board. The gist: skiing is easier to learn, harder to master. Snowboarding is harder to learn, easier to master.
The vibes... Skiing tends to be known as a chic and sophisticated sport. Some high-end resorts are "Skiiers Only" (something to keep in mind as you're planning your next ski trip). Snowboarding is a bit newer and definitely gives off cool girl vibes on the slopes.
There is no wrong answer when it comes to which snow sport is better, whether it's the sophistication of skiing or the cool girl vibe of snowboarding. Either way, just make sure you look good doing it.