Meribel

My children are into their skiing in a big way, and that includes racing. Sadly, what used to be time spent on family ski holidays is now time spent carting the children to various race venues, or training for such events. We therefore don't get to choose our destinations in the same way as we used to, being governed instead by the race calendar. At the end of the winter season, the British Champs are held in Meribel, and so for two weeks in April we find ourselves in this resort..... Meribel, in France, forms part of the Three Valley ski area - an area in the Savoie region of France which includes Courcheval, Val Thorens, Meribel, and the new ...  Read the complete review

Meribel, right in the heart of the three valleys in france. This is a lovely mountain get away. Whether you ski or dont. It is a great place for all the family. Young or old. Though people mainly go there for skiing, there is lots to do if you dont want to spend the whole day on the piste. Although meribel can be expensive you can go on a budget. It is a lovely town, with lots to do and a great night life, whether you just want a quiet night in evolution/barometer or a big night out at la Pub/the tav and then onto dicks tea bar. There is lots of live music in the evenings from great cover bands like Four Play,livewire,bring your sisters or more chilled out ...  Read the complete review

Having gone to meribel earlier this year, I must say I was impressed. This was the first time I'd been skiing, and I went out there to meet up with some seasonaires. This was really handy as I only had 5 days, and they really knew where to go. Flying from Gatwick, It's around a 2 hour flight to Chambery, which is a TINY little airport deep in the french alps. It's around an hour's drive away from Meribel, and has a staff of maybe 10 people! This is better than you'd think though, as we ended up taking off much earlier due to the fact that everyone was there on time. Very nice indeed. So, the first place you're likely to visit in Meribel is the ...  Read the complete review

SKIING & SNOWBOARDING: BEGINNERS: Total Beginners do not need a lift pass for the first day or two.There is a free drag lift at the Altiport Area that not many people know about.(Catch the Free Bus from Town).The same applies to Snowboarders.In fact I know snowboarders who spent all week at the Altiport and never bought a pass at all.However it can be boring and a simple Meribel Valley pass will give you lots of possibilities.You definetly do not need the full 3 Valley pass.I would also advise Ski School.It is well worth the extra money.In Meribel there are about 10 different ski & Snowboard schools.Everybody seems to really enjoy ski school here.Far ...  Read the complete review

you have to go! - Advantages: Great Nightlife, Excellent Skiing, good snow - Disadvantages: spent too much!