This is the largest linked ski are in the world with over 600km of marked pistes and 200 ski lifts serving a 110 square mile area. These include two 150-person cable cars, over twenty high-speed chairs, forty telecabines and almost 100 draglifts. Evn in high season this well designed system is capable of transporting 230,000 skiers per hours keeping you constantly on the move.

Whether Meribel or La Tania is your base both offer great access to what is the best linked-skiing area in the world. Meribel with its extensive pistes is great for all standards, if you are a beginner you can head for the gentler slopes of the green runs Altiport and Truite. Thrill seekers and those looking for something more adventurous might head for Mont Vallon, the sole cable car will transport you to the top of this wonderful mountain and once at the top it is worth taking a few minutes to enjoy the panoramic view. The long and wide runs back are about as good as it gets, there is also great off piste. This is certainly one of Meribel's treats and well worth a jaunt. The Tougnette and Saulire side of the valley provide the perfect balance of morning and afternoon  sun with open snowfields and tree lined skiing.

La Tania has its own gentle nursery slope for beginners and children, but once basics have been mastered you can take advantage of this ideal location for the Courchevel valley. Into Courchevel 1850 you will find easy pistes that have been groomed to perfection. Leisurely skiers can potter across to 1650 where not only do quiet wide-open pistes await but lunch in style and sunshine at some of the best mountain restaurants.