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There is a wide selection of runs, although most of the beginner runs are located at the end of the valley, at Le Tour. we had a large group, with varying competence, but there was something for everyone. The town can be pricey, but there is a huge amount of bars and restaurants, catering for all tastes. The ski park is one of the best I\'ve been to, with green, blue, red and black jumps all running parallel to each other, allowing for you to gradually work your way along without being…

I went to Chamonix for the skiing and wasn't disappointed. Fabulous pistes - unsurpassed views - breathtaking glaciers. We had fresh snow and blues skies. Getting between areas needs planning - but I went to Chamonix in the half-term week and although it was busy I had no problems with queues. Lifts are dated but they still get you up the mountain. I have been skiing for 30 years and can easily say one of my best weeks skiing. Not really a beginners resort, but Chamonix has plenty for…

The ski areas at Chamonix are not linked and this was a bit of a shock, so do be prepared to spend a little time travelling and, to be fair, it isn't bad at all. The buses run all the time and if you do have a car you can park in a huge car park next to the base lifts in all ski areas. All the ski areas have some great wide runs with breathtaking scenery. I was lucky enough to have nearly a meter of fresh snow, so the off-piste was amazing and the pistes where simple perfect. One day…