FRANCE

Nestled at the foot of Mont Blanc, the highest mountain in Western Europe, is the charming, historic town of Chamonix. This world class ski resort is an extensive network of ski runs and lifts, with the highest run taking you to astounding height of 3,842 metres. Try the Vallee Blanche Glacier with one of the longest runs in the world and the legendary skiing at the Grand Montets with its challenging wide open bowl. The variety of terrain caters to all skiers, with some amazing off piste runs. Boasting a number of restaurants, bars and shops and including facilities such as an ice skating rink, Chamonix is the perfect ski resort for everyone.

Located in the heart of the Trios Valees, is the charming resort of Meribel. Known for plenty of snow fall, sunshine and an incredible ski area of more than 600km of marked trails and runs. With unique architecture, the charismatic village is great for families.

Charming, elegant and car-free, Megeve was founded upon a medieval 13th century cillage and developed by the Rothschild family into France's answer to St Mortiz. The cobbled streets ooze Gallic ambiance and are fringed with ritzy boutiques, antique shops, galleries and brasseries. A mecca for foodies, the village has some superb restaurants, three of which are Michelin starred. Part of the massive Evasion Mont Blanc ski area, the slopes here are great for beginners and intermediates, whilst the slopes of Mont Joux and Mont Joly offer lots of challenging terrain for the expert skier.