Saint François Longchamp Previsioni Neve

A great intermediate skiers paradise with a few stiff blacks thrown in for good measure. Great place to take the kids. Wide open pistes with few queues even at half-term. Cheaper than it's linked resort of Valmorel but using grand domaine pass you can easily ski into the Valmorel valley, although watch out, drinks stops in V are 30% more expensive than SFL. Stunning scenery but no real nightlife other than restaurants. Easy drive up from the valley: 15 mins on well maintained roads even when it has snowed. Fly out Friday and stay in Ibis budget at La Chambre (bottom of the valley) and be skiing by 9am on Saturday. Always snow sure. Some lovely accommodation all slope side with ski in/out available in most residence. Been 3 times and planning to return next year!