Random ski resort reviews

I took my family to Courchevel 1650 for half term in February 2007. This is the third time we have been there so I consider myself a bit of an expert on this resort. We drive and arrive early on Saturday morning to get the best conditions and the most time on the snow. 1650 provides the combination of convenient ski to the door accommodation, quiet slopes and a lack of queues at reasonable cost. It is much quieter than 1850 and the lifts have recently been upgraded so there are rarely…

Val Thorens is a great destination for young people travelling in groups. It lacks charm and tranquility though. But if you like to ski / snowboard and party till you ***, Val Thorens is the place to be. The ski arena is massive. Each of the 3 valleys is different, and offers something for everyone: cruising slopes, tree-lined slopes, creepy blacks, off-piste slopes etc. This is definitely not a familie resort or a resort for beginners.

For both experienced or less experienced skiers, Tignes has skiing for everyone. Walk out your door and immediately you e on the slopes! Few queues at the lifts can handle large capa. A beautiful and very extensive ski area - miss the trees at this atltitude though! Blue runs are pretty spread out in area so that children and beginners can also get around the ski area and explore. It is a typical French ski resort with high-rise concrete blocks, but the center is pleasant with nice…