Hotel Sapinière, Chamonix

The legendary 17km Chamonix Valley is located in the north-west Alps nearby the Swiss and Italian boarders. Set at the foot of the stunning Mont Blanc and surrounded by breathtaking views of the Mont Blanc massif, this town is not only one of the most beautiful places in the Alps but also offers a fantastically diverse skiing and snowboarding experience. It’s said to be the world capital of mountaineering as well as skiing and functions as a holiday destination all year round. This sets Cham’ apart from other ...

Having hosted the first ever Winter Olympics in 1924, Chamonix is a Mecca for advanced skiers around the world (even James Bond was here in The World is Not Enough). There really is an endless amount to discover, especially for the more capable. For the ultimate in alpine adventure get a guide, clue up on avalanche safety and you’ll have an unforgettable experience. Because of the superb advanced terrain, it’s often wrongly assumed that Cham’ serves novices poorly. There are 4 great beginner areas: on...

Not only world famous for its terrain, Chamonix has renowned après ski too with a vibrant atmosphere to soak up after a day on the hill. Spend an evening at chic Le Privilege, sample the amazing cocktails at Clubhouse or enjoy tasty food and lively evenings at The Jekyll or Micro Brasserie. For serious culinary indulgence, there are some great fine-dining venues including Michelin starred Auberge du Bois and Albert 1er. Good Italian restaurants in Chamonix include l'Impossible and there are lots of places to en...