Alps Skiing

Alps skiing
Alps skiing offers the chance to visit a spectacular part of Europe, and experience the regions' exceptional conditions, diverse terrain, breathtaking scenery and charming Alpine hospitality. With this massive mountain range spanning the mediterranean coast of France, through Germany, Switzerland, Austria and running into Northern Italy, alps skiing boasts something for everyone, ranging from traditional unspoilt villages for those intent on soaking up the charm, to convenient purpose-built centres attracting serious skiers. Getting to the Alps is now easier than ever, thanks to a wide range of charter flights leaving from most UK airports, with many also choosing to take advantage of the convenient skitrain for their alps skiing holiday.

Skiing in the Alps - A wide range of resorts to suit all tastes, abilities and budgets
With its extensive terrain, state-of-the-art lifts and snow-making facilities, enchanting Alpine atmosphere, delicious food and drink and spectacular views, skiing in the Alps remains as popular as ever. Encompassing the high-altitude slopes of France, the elegance and glamour of Switzerland, the charm of Austria, and the laid-back nature of Italy, skiing in the alps offers a winter holiday for everyone. Home to some of the largest linked ski areas in the world, Alps skiing offers the ideal place either to learn the basics, perfect technique or challenge the boundaries on unchartered off-piste terrain. Beginners on an alps skiing holiday will find a great choice of easy runs and a high standard of ski schools in such resorts as Val d'Isere and Lech, whilst intermediate skiers will delight in the long cruising runs of resorts like St. Moritz and St. Anton. There is also plenty to keep experts busy on an alps skiing holiday, from the high-altitude slopes of Tignes, to the challenging and steep terrain of resorts such as La Grave and Verbier.

Alps skiing - Great choice, food and wine, spectacular views 
Catering to families and couples looking for excellent facilities and comfortable lodging, and groups and singles needing both plenty to do off the slopes and lively apres-ski, skiing in the alps offers a host of options for visitors. From basic rooms and apartments, to romantic fairy-tale chalets, alps skiing offers a wide range of accommodation, either in traditional old-world villages full of authentic charm, such as Saas Fee or Megeve, or modern resorts built above the tree-line for convenience, such as La Plagne or Avoriaz. Apres-ski on an alps ski holiday can be either quiet and relaxed, focusing on enjoying the local food and drink in traditional inns and taverns, or fast and furious, with clubs and discos catering to an international crowd.