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Flaine is a great ski resort with good snow record and geared for families. We have been in Flaine the last 2 years at New Year with great conditions. Can be pricey but closeness of apartments to ski runs allows time to pop back for lunch. Regular free ski bus even though most apartments in Flaine are within easy walking distance of the slopes. Lifts are adequate but I would not classify them as modern. Not much to do in Flaine if you\'re a non skier/boarder but that didn\'t bother us.

The village is small, easy to get around and family-friendly (especially for Dutch families, since ski school employees speak a little Dutch). Skiing was good fun. Only 60kms of piste, but a good variety of greens/blues and reds/blacks. Low on the mountain enough easy terrain for family-skiing without having to stay on the kids-run in the village. Higher up, more challenging terrain and pretty good off-piste with good snow. Good compromise: good for kids, good enough for dad. Another…

Ortisei is not the best resort for families with (little)children; it\'s skiarea is divided into two areas (Seiseralm and Col Raiser). It has (indirect) access via Col Raiser to Selva and Sella Ronda, but it takes a few lifts and an underground train to get there. The Seiseralm just above Ortisei is suited for children, but does not provide many challenging slopes. It is however a nice part to learn to ski or enjoy nature. Ortisei itself is a bustling little town with beautiful…