Going on a Ski Holiday and staying in a Ski Chalet is one of the nicest ways to enjoy the mountains. Whether you and your group fill up the whole Chalet or join other holidaymakers the results are the same, relaxing, comfortable and enjoyable. We have gathered together some of the best quality Chalets which […]
Part of our “How hard is it…” series we explain how hard it is to ski from Val Thorens to Courchevel. Route There are several route options with slightly different variations for each route. Depending on where you start in Val Thorens might decide which route to take. For example, if you are staying at […]
Every holiday destination has its own drink that visitors swear tastes better in its country of origin than when they purchase it at home. The only explanation we can give for this is the atmosphere plays a big part in it so Ouzo tastes better in Greece, Sobrado better in Spain, etc etc. Few people […]
Ever thought how Santa manages to deliver his gifts to ski resorts? Of course you have! 😉 You would think he would just land his sledge on the snow and get to work, oh ho ho ho no he doesn’t! The James Bond Snow Crawler James Bond pay attention we have the latest […]
I thought I would discuss a subject I have been asked about at least 1 Million times – possibly a little less but close – in almost every ski resort I have visited, should I use my ski pole straps or not? It’s one of those questions that depending on who you ask you […]
Les Menuires; Snow, Saga and Splendour — The Perfect Ski Destination With the right mixture of snowcapped mountain peaks, a rich and interesting history, a thriving culture, thronging tourists and snow-clad houses — Les Menuires really is the perfect ski destination. Located in the Vallée des Belleville, it is everything you could ask for […]
It has been announced by the British Ski & Snowboard Team that after concentrating their funds on their “Park and Pipe” programme they will be spreading future investments over more sports. For the last couple of Olympics Team GB have concentrated their efforts on the park sports which have seen them securing three Olympic […]
Could this be the end of yearly ski servicing? Skiers that have their own pair of skis know all too well the yearly “tax” of ownership, the ski servicing. Depending on where you go and what you need to be done this can add up over the years with a standard service around £50 or […]
Should we be a little smug or should we be British and keep our upper lip stiff? We British located on our little islands which have little snow is starting to make waves – or should that be drifts – in the snow sports events. We are now regularly picking up medals in the World […]
Scottish ski resort Glencoe Mountain Resort are seeing their snow disappear with all the high temperatures the UK are experiencing. So, for a bit of fun and a chance to win a prize of a free days skiing at the resort they are playing a little guessing game. The idea is to pick one of […]
Sad news that the proposed indoor snow dome to be built on the site of the once dry ski slope in Swansea will not be going ahead. The once popular ski slope which opened in 1989 hasn’t been used for over a decade and is now run down. Instead of the suggested snow dome it […]
A top notch hotel should boast a top notch restaurant, and when that restaurant is awarded a prestigious Michelin star you know you are staying somewhere special. So how about one that has just been awarded its third? The La Bouitte boutique hotel boasts a prime location in the beautiful enclave of Saint-Martin-de-Belleville in the […]
If you think about winter sports in the world’s top ski resorts you will instantly conjure up images of skiing, snowboarding and possibly tobogganing. These are the main ones of course and what the majority of visitors flock to take part in during the relatively short winter sport season. When it comes to European resorts […]
There are certain things you expect when you arrive at a restaurant in a top end ski resort. Kerb appeal is the first thing, then a tangible warmth as you go through the door. Friendly staff who make your arrival a pleasure, being shown to your table quickly and the dining area surpassing all expectations […]
Ski Cool Val Thorens ski school is one of the newest in the resort. Basing their teaching on the ‘fun’ side of learning they are very popular with the children. The school has three offices, one in the Balcons area, one just next to the Church and the other at the bottom of the resort. […]
Prosneige are one of the few ski schools in Val Thorens and are dressed in Blue, they are a friendly bunch so you should have a great time with them. Prosneige have 4 offices in Val Thorens which will ensure there is one near your accommodation. We have marked their locations on our Val Thorens […]
The ESF ski school in Val Thorens is the largest ski school in the resort, this is mainly due to being the first ski school in Val Thorens and it is also the national ski school. ESF (Ecole du Ski Francais – Which means: School of Ski French) are dressed in bright red and can […]
The Free School Attitude ski school in Val Thorens is the newest in the resort. Based in the ‘Galerie de Caron’ near the Tourist Office it is right in the centre of the resort. This school only has the one office so that might be a consideration when booking. They specialise in Snowboarding from learning […]
One of the newest ski schools in Val Thorens they are not however new to the 3 Valleys. With ski schools all across the other two valleys of Courchevel and Meribel they are a very successful ski school indeed. With a truly international team means they can offer private lessons in many different languages: French, […]
