Val D'Isere
One of Europe's most famous ski resorts, Val d'Isère boasts 300km of marked runs. Skiing begins in November and ends in May.
The high altitude, purpose built, French village caters for all your needs. The village stretches down the valley from La Daille up to Le Fornet with the focus and the apres ski in the centre, Val Village. This cluster of attractive buildings houses smart boutiques most of which have sprung up since the village was created for the 1992 Winter Olympics.
Split into three areas, Val d'Isère has plenty of skiable slopes for all levels. With a great snow record, the resort is hugely popular among pro skiers and boarders and mileage hungry intermediates, but you don't have to be particularly adventurous to enjoy what's on offer.
It's easy to see why so many Brits are attracted to the area, with its crazy night-life and the wide variety of entertainment on offer, but the close proximity of Tignes allows you to venture out to quieter climes if it all gets a bit much.
Pros
- A superb night out in the Alps.
- Everyone speaks English.
- Easy access to Val d'Isère and Tignes known collectively as the Espace Killy ski area.
Cons
- Expensive.
- Hectic and very popular with English clientèle, so not for those looking for a classic French resort to enjoy a relaxing holiday.
- A lot of lifts can close in bad weather.
- Some tricky blue and green runs.
