France

Picture low-lying farmland, purple meadows, Mediterranean coastline and dazzling beaches. Add the towering heights of the snow-capped Alpine mountains and you’re well on your way to discovering the diversity and beauty of France.

The Cote d’Azur is known for its intoxicating cocktail of glitzy Riviera towns, charming fishing ports, exciting Corniche roads and the scent of the maquis and lavender. Then there’s the sophistication of Cannes and St Tropez, with palm-lined boulevards and luxury yachts. Contrast this with the timeless charm of hilltop villages with views through the purple haze of distant mountains and landscapes of lavender and cypresses that inspired Van Gogh, Cezanne Renoir and Matisse.

France also offers skiing where the sky is blue, the air is cold and fresh, and a field of virgin snow is laid out at your feet. The spectacular mountains offer some of the finest and most extensive skiing areas in the world, from the toughest, wildest black runs to the longest reds and most gentle beginner runs.

From the famous ‘La Face’ black run to the fabulous après-ski scene, the ski resort of Val d’Isère is a pleasing mix of superb skiing and lively chic. Located in the expansive Espace Killy which enjoys a good record, and includes the resort of Tignes which is easily accessed from Val d’Isère, the skiing is virtually limitless.

You’ll never be short of things to do and see in chic and unique Courchevel 1850, where our luxury ski chalets are located. The ultimate skiers’ playground and a magnet for the wealthy, Courchevel is the glamorous heart of Les Trois Vallées. With a lift system linking to Meribel and Val Thorens, guests can enjoy access to one of the most exciting and extensive ski areas in the world.

An up and coming resort, Courchevel 1650 is a great base for skiing Les Trois Vallées. With a lift system linking to Meribel and Val Thorens, Courchevel 1650 has sunny and forgiving skiiing on the doorstep and access to the most exciting and extensive ski area in the world for good skiers. There are some excellent accommodation options and more value for money than in neighbouring Courchevel 1850.

Part of the Three Valleys, Méribel is a lively, popular ski resort in the middle of the largest linked lift network on the planet. It’s impossible to tire of the Three Valleys and a seemingly limitless supply of sweeping groomed runs, as well as some exciting off piste terrain. Méribel, a more traditional village than other purpose-built French resorts.

Startlingly beautiful and full of contrasts, the south of France has much to offer, from wine-drenched Provence and the glamorous Côte d’Azur to dazzling beaches and snow-capped mountains. With such variety to enjoy, and London flights from 1hr 30mins, the south of France is an extremely popular and well-loved favourite.

Situated just 20km from Nice Airport, Monaco is right on the Mediterranean Sea, tucked in between the French and Italian Rivieras and just in front of the Alpes Maritimes. The principality of Monaco is a tiny 0.76 square miles and is ruled by the Constitutional monarchy led by H.S.H. Prince Albert II. Monte Carlo, a district of the principality, is home the famous Formula One Grand Prix.

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France

Val d’Isère

Courchevel 1850

Courchevel 1650

Meribel

South of France

Monaco & Monte Carlo