Take in the Women's Alpine Skiing World Cup in Courchevel

What better time to stay in luxury chalets in Courchevel than when the Women's Alpine Skiing World Cup heads to the resort?

The tournament takes place on December 21st at the Emile Allais Slalom Stadium, with the first slalom event - which will feature some of the best female skiers in the world - scheduled to take place at 09:30 local time.

Spectators will be able to see the second round from 12:30 local time before the official podium and flower ceremony is held at 14:00.

Courchevel last hosted a world cup event in 1979, making this year's proceedings particularly special.

To add to the excitement, all those enjoying luxury ski holidays at the resort to can use the slopes around the stadium for free on December 21st.

Holidaymakers in Courchevel the day before the contest will be able to take in the official starting numbers draw ceremony as well as a figure skating gala at the Forum ice rink.