Chamonix is probably best known as the skiing and Alpine capital of the world. As a destination, it has a reputation for being extreme and this, whilst undoubtedly true, isn’t the only appeal. Only an hour from Geneva, there is a wide array of sporting and leisure activities, peace and quiet, great nightlife, and superb scenery that can be enjoyed at whatever pace suits you. There really is something for everyone.  Take a look at:  https://www.montblancnaturalresort.com/en/

Nestled at the entrance to the picturesque Vallée des Belleville, St Martin de Belleville has managed to retain the unspoilt charm of a traditional Savoyarde village whilst being part of the Trois Vallées Ski Area, the largest and most diverse ski area in the world. It is linked together by ski runs and ski lifts with 600km of interconnected slopes and 180 ski lifts.  At the centre of the pretty village is the Baroque-style church and market place, surrounded by wonderful village houses and a collection of great bars, restaurants and shops.   At 1450m it is the same height as its more famous neighbour Meribel, so the village and resort enjoys an equally impressive snow record.  A modern eight-person gondola whisks skiers and boarders in minutes from the resort centre into the heart of the main ski area at 1850. Take a look at: https://www.st-martin-belleville.com/en/

Le Praz is also part of the Trois Vallées Ski Area and, in our opinion, is one of the prettiest villages. Think twinkling lights, rustic cobbled streets, thick layers of snow on the chalet rooftops – this is the quintessential Alpine village with a dash of classic French elegance to be found in the cosy and extremely good candlelit restaurants and bars. New for 2019/20 is the high speed 10 person gondola which takes you straight up to Courchevel 1850 in less than six minutes. There is also the recently added covered chairlift which takes skiers up to the top of the La Tania bubble meaning quick access to Meribel via the Col de la Loze. Both are game changers for Le Praz. Take a look at: https://www.seecourchevel.com/le-praz/

Courchevel is situated in the middle of the Trois Vallées Ski Area.  For those who are keen skiers, Courchevel 1650 is well known for its off-piste and cross-country skiing with 66 km of cross-country ski runs through the forest. Courchevel has many activities to offer non skiers as well such as ice driving, ice skating, skidoo rides, the best toboggan run in the area at 1850 and bowling. Take a look at: https://www.seecourchevel.com/courcheval-1650/