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Take the train - Less queuing, no hidden charges – and more snow time
Between 17 December 2011 and 14 April 2012, Eurostar’s seasonal ski service can take you directly to the heart of the French Alps at 186mph.
Jump on a Eurostar Direct ski train at St. Pancras International or Ashford International and, in a matter of hours, you’ll arrive in the heart of the Alps. The train takes you to Moûtiers, Aime-la-Plagne or Bourg-St-Maurice. And whether you travel overnight or by day, you’ll arrive refreshed, relaxed and ready to hit the slopes.
With such a civilised way to start your winter holiday, there’s really no need to suffer all the indignities of air travel.
Get more time on the slopes and enjoy a hassle-free journey that's greener and more convenient than going by air. Many overnight trains take you right into the heart of your ski resort, delivering you to the slopes just as the lifts open - with no irksome waits at check-in or airport transfers eating into your snow time. Whether you’re looking for the sophistication and glamour of St Moritz or the unbridled mayhem of Meribel, the train is by far the best way to travel.
The best resort for… convenience .... Les Arcs from £109 return from London
Nothing could be more of a doddle than reaching Les Arcs by rail. After arriving at Bourg St Maurice station, simply wander to the funicular railway next door and you’ll be right in the centre of one of Europe’s finest ski resorts in just 7 minutes. This state-of-the-art French resort’s 264 (424 km) miles of piste have something for skiers of all abilities.
The best resort for… glamour .... Courchevel from £109 return from London
The resort of choice for the French glitterati is easy to reach by train, and a trip to classy Courchevel doesn’t have to break the bank, since there are plenty of cheaper options alongside the 5 star hotels and swanky restaurants. With a good selection of skiing for all abilities, it’s just an hour away from Moûtiers station by bus.
The best resort for… party animals .... Meribel from £109 return from London
With nightlife that’s just as exhausting as its thrilling downhill slopes, Meribel is top of the list for any snow seekers who like to party as hard as they ski. Meribel regularly hosts big name DJs, as well as the annual Altitude festival, which sees the cream of the world’s artists and comedians descend on the village for a week of music and mirth.
The best resort for… families .... La Plagne from £109 return from London
With accommodation so well placed you can practically fall out of bed onto the slopes, La Plagne is just the place to take budding young skiers to get their first taste of the snow. There’s a brilliant range of nursery slopes, great childcare facilities and the charming cobbled streets of picture perfect villages like Montchavin, Les Coches and Champagny en Vanoise are just a short hop away.
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