Val d'Isere, France
Val has a loyal following of British skiers that wouldn't dream of skiing anywhere else, and fair enough too. Part of the Espace Killy region (with Tignes) the skiing is immense, as are the off-piste activities.
St Anton, Austria
Austria's pre-imminent ski resort, St Anton is also one of Europe's best. It offers spectacular skiing, on and off-piste, with glorious snow conditons. At night it has some of the liveliest apres ski in Europe.
Zermatt, Switzerland
A spectacular Swiss resort, you must ski Zermatt at last once in your life. Set high in the Swiss Alps expect fantastic snow conditions, an incredible setting, wonderful food and excellent apres ski for all comers
Chamonix, France
A gritty ski town that lies sprawled along the Chamonix valley, it is the expert skier and intermediates wanting to push them- selves that will revel here. Expect stunning views, quality snow and off-piste paradise
Courchevel, France
The largest resort in the Three Valleys ski region, Courchevel is settled over four different altitudes, each offering their own ski holiday experience. The one constant however is the amazing skiing on offer.