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In winter, you can ski, snowboard or even learn to speed ride. In summer, you can try mountaineering and other activities.

Most packages include full-time coaching, the technical equipment you require, lift passes and full board accommodation.

The centres are basic, but clean and adequate as a base, while the food is outstanding and plentiful. Beer and wine is also far cheaper than in most bars or hotels.

As an introduction to an activity, the courses are ideal. Better yet, for off-piste guiding, nothing compares for value. A week will typically cost about £600 plus transport, but you needn't spend a penny more in resort.

The cheapest transport option for a group may be to drive from the UK, but bus operators also link up to London. Outside of school half-term weeks, flights to gateway cities like Geneva can also be obtained cheaply from the usual budget operators.]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/28335 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/28332 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/28332 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/28088 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/28088 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/28087 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/28087 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/26023 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/26023 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/25513 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/25513 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/25512 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/25512 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/25183 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/25183 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/24808 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/24808 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/24774 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/24774 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/23460 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/23460 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/23372
The chalet sleeps 10 and is incredibly spacious, with a huge balcony to sit out on and enjoy the stunning Alpine views. There's even a fully appointed 'Mazot' (enchanting mini-chalet) in the garden, which is unbelievably romantic! The enormous garden was covered in wildflowers, nestled in the woods, with a hammock to laze in, a hot-tub with views of the surrounding mountains, and woodburning barrel sauna to pamper yourself in - and we spent happy nights having BBQ's arond the firepit, under the stars.

The chalet itself has a really traditional feel, with wood beams and granite, with a proper wetroom, spacious kitchen and lounge - and a wonderful atmosphere.

It's truly a magical destination for all seasons!]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/23372 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/22140 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/22140 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/21847
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Recommended is the vin chaud, Pete's chicken caesar salad, the house burger, sitting in the sun with a view of Mont Blanc from the upstairs terrace (residents only). Happy hour is a two-minute clomp from the slopes in ski boots.]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/20686 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/20429 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/20429 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/20172 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/20172 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/20051
Catered or self-catering, its covered. I went catered and everything was awesome. The guys will come out riding with you if they have time, so you get to ride some sweet spots you'd probably never find, they'll have everything sorted for you for when you arrive (lift pass, equipment etc) you get picked up and dropped off at the airport and to and from the slopes each day...

I honestly can't say anything bad about my time with them!]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/20051