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Ski Holidays for France

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It's never too early to start planning your next holiday and with 'summer' drawing to a close and the ominous winter weather rolling in what better time than to start dreaming of sandy beaches, powder snow covered slopes or an endless array of colourful cocktails. If you are unsure as to where you want to go but know that you need to make your escape as soon as possible there is little more exciting than a ski holiday. An abundance of snow packed slopes, shopping opportunities and hot toddys will have you feeling festive in no time.

There are fantastic ski resorts all over the world with some of the most popular residing in Canada, North America and Switzerland. However, France remains home to some of the largest and most vibrant and varied ski resorts in the world offering holiday makers a variety of activities to keep them entertained from the impressive slopes and runs to the vibrant apr?s ski scene.

Chamonix ski resort in France remains one of the largest and most varied resorts in the Alps. Chamonix not only boasts beautiful scenery but also an excellent nightlife. There are an abundance of bars and clubs to keep you occupied well into the night in addition to numerous eateries and shops to enjoy.

The resort of Chamonix is located just an hour from Geneva which is easily accessible from the majority of countries throughout Europe. The resort's location makes it ideal for shorter breaks and although the resort is not the largest in Eurupe it is home to Europe's highest ski-able peak with an altitude of nearly 4000 metres. Chamonix provides slopes suited to all skill levels and even activities for those not wishing to ski at all!

The ski resort of Meribel is also located in France and offers the same traditional charm as Chamonix. The resort offers holiday makers a wide choice of entertainment and amenities to keep them occupied such as bars, shops and dining establishments. Meribel's notorious 3 huge valleys and stunning views have made the resort a favourite with skiiers all over the world.

The slopes and runs at Meribel are varied with something that appeals to every skill level. More confident skiiers will enjoy the more daring slopes of Val Thorens while beginners have plenty, more relaxed runs to work on their moves. After Morzine-Avoriaz, Meribel is the 2nd largest ski area in the world with the 3 valleys boasting in excess of 640 kms of pisted runs.

Morzine is a French resort that remains popular for its traditional atmosphere and gentle, picturesque slopes. Morzine is situated close to the vibrant and diverse resorts of Avoriaz, Chatel and Les Gets and combined the Morzine-Avoriaz resort represents the largest ski area in the world. Morzine has an array of slopes and runs such as funparks and a Stash run in addition to direct links to Avoriaz's Portes du Soleil circuit to keep skiers and snow boarders of all skill levels happy.

Alpine Elements offer fantastic ski holidays with packages including flights, transfers and bed and breakfast.

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