| While many people are dreaming of the summer that | | | | taste when it comes to winter sports. |
| is on its way, winter sports enthusiasts will no doubt | | | | The first snowpark in Les 3 Vallees was set up 15 |
| be looking ahead to the next ski season in Europe. | | | | years ago, proving that Meribel is not only a popular |
| If you are so keen to hit the slopes again that you | | | | but also a trail-blazing place to visit. |
| are already planning your ski holidays in 2011, then | | | | Location is paramount when it comes to selecting a |
| you should certainly consider one of the resorts in | | | | ski resort and picking Meribel from the destinations on |
| the French Alps. | | | | offer will not prove to be a mistake. |
| Among the fantastic range of resorts to choose | | | | With more than 600 km of trails catering for |
| from is Meribel, located in the heart of Les 3 Vallees. | | | | everyone from absolute beginners to experienced |
| The region itself boasts 330 ski runs, with snow | | | | skiers, the Les 3 Vallees region really is one of the |
| parks, off-piste trails and even heliskiing among the | | | | best places to go in Europe. |
| activities to tempt snow-loving holidaymakers to the | | | | Meribel is situated in the heart of this area, allowing |
| area. | | | | anyone heading to Meribel for the skiing to access |
| Another plus point to Meribel is its accessibility. | | | | this wide range of runs. |
| Chambery - Savoie is the nearest airport, however, | | | | With officials at the resort guaranteeing that 85 per |
| bus transfers from Lyon and Geneva are also | | | | cent of the area above 1,800 m will be covered in |
| available, allowing British skiers to reach the slopes | | | | snow, you don't need to worry about the weather |
| easily and within three and a half hours of collecting | | | | ahead of your holiday. |
| your kit from the luggage carousel. | | | | Once you're on the mountain you can simply sit back |
| If you are looking for ski resorts that have it all, then | | | | and relax on one of the 174 ski lifts, watching the |
| look no further because Meribel will tick all your | | | | white snow slip away beneath you as you ascend to |
| boxes. | | | | your chosen summit. |
| As well as its impressive skiing credentials, | | | | Coming down the mountain is the fun part, but be |
| snowboarders will be happy in this winter wonderland | | | | sure to take in some of the stunning views before |
| too. | | | | you race to the bottom, kicking up powder as you |
| With all the runs to choose from as well as | | | | go. |
| snowparks featuring half-pipes, jumps, border-cross | | | | If you're looking for a winter holiday in 2011 then look |
| and bump runs, there is something to suit every | | | | no further because Meribel has it all. |