About the French Alps
It’s a cliché because it’s true: you really haven’t lived until you’ve skied the French Alps. Yet there’s more to a French skiing holiday than days on world-class pistes amid spectacular mountain vistas.
Of course, this is France, so when it comes to food, you won’t be disappointed. From warming alpine fare to Michelin-starred fine dining to a glass of chilled champagne after an exhilarating black run, it’s all there for you. And the levels of luxury are unbeatable too: be that sinking into your own jacuzzi, unwinding with a massage or sipping an ice-cold cocktail in front of a roaring fire.
Our luxury ski chalets in France cover all the destinations you could dream of. There are resorts for serious powder hounds like Val d’Isère and Chamonix. There’s the glitz and glamour of Courchevel 1850. Then there are family-friendly regions like Portes du Soleil, chocolate-box Méribel and Val Thorens, which are all ideal for mixed ability groups too. Whatever your style and skiing level, we have a holiday and a chalet that’s tailored to you.
All of our luxury French ski chalets include the full range of services to help your skiing holiday go smoothly. That includes things like professional chefs, concierge service, champagne and canapes, open spirit bars, fresh flowers, daily newspapers and in-resort chauffeur service.
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Time Zone
GMT +1 hour
Language
French
Currency
The official currency is the Euro (€). Coins are available in 1 cent, 2 cent, 5 cent, 10 cent, 20 cent, 50, cent , €1 & €2 denominations. Notes are available in €5, €10, €20, €50, €100, €200, €500 denominations.
Money Matters
Travellers cheques are widely accepted for exchange or purchase in major cities, but in more rural areas, visit a bank to exchange them for Euros. Major credit cards are widely accepted here (though a limited number of merchants have American Express accounts) and ATM access is widespread. Exchange currency only at authorized outlets such as banks and hotels, and exchange only what you think you will spend in-country. Coins cannot be reconverted on departure. Save all receipts from any currency exchange transaction. You may be asked to produce them when you exit the country, and they are required if you intend to reconvert local currency.
Tipping Suggestions
Tips in restaurants are usually added on at 10/15 % of the bill. However, it is often a subject of controversy whether this amount actually goes to the waiter or not, therefore it is your choice whether to tip more.
