What to pack for a ski holiday

What to pack for a ski holiday

If you're wondering what to pack for a ski trip as a beginner, here's the Ski Magic packing checklist for your first skiing/snowboarding holiday: Ski packing list Outer layers need to be waterproof and breathable. If you’re coming skiing…
Taking a baby skiing: top tips

Taking a baby skiing!

Tips on taking your baby on a ski holiday Taking a baby skiing? It seems very daunting, the prospect of adding a baby into the mix on one of your favourite activity holidays. But it can definitely be done! At Ski Magic we pride ourselves on…
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Christmas and New Year in Courchevel and Meribel

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Christmas and New Year is a truly magical time to ski, with festive fun as well as fabulous skiing in the Three Valleys. The Tourist Offices of Courchevel and Meribel put on various events and activities for visitors, with music, performers…
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When is the best time to ski in Europe?

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The best time to ski in Europe is between early December and the end of April. Courchevel, one of the most high-altitude and snow-sure European ski resorts, is usually open between the first weekend of December and the third weekend of April…
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Six unmissable experiences beyond the ski slopes of Courchevel

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Not everyone’s idea of a holiday involves whizzing around the ski slopes all day... In our Courchevel and La Tania chalets we have many guests who either don’t ski at all (but are accompanying family who do) or simply fancy half a day at…
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Tour de France 2023 comes to Courchevel

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On Wednesday 19th July 2023, the 176 cyclists participating in this year's Tour de France will begin their 166km ride from Saint-Gervais, near Megeve, to Courchevel, the 17th 'etape'. The first climb is up and over the Col de Saisies; an…
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20 cool things to do in Courchevel!

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What are the best Courchevel activities? Ski Magic's bucket list of fun things to do in Courchevel (and the Three Valleys) is a run-down of all the best activities and adventures to make your ski holiday the best ever! It's aimed at youngsters…
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A New Ski Magic Chalet in Meribel

Ski Magic's Clare has been looking after Chalet Loden for many years on behalf of the owners, so it is with great pleasure that for 2023-2024 we are adding it to the Ski Magic chalet collection. It is such a familiar chalet for us, we are…
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3 Valleys, 3 Snowparks

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We thought we’d put together some info for any freestyle skiers and snowboarders wanting to make the most of the rails and kickers in the 3 Valleys... There are three main snowparks across the Three Valleys dedicated to freestyle. Each…
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The Best Courchevel and Meribel Picnic Spots

In Courchevel, Meribel and the Three Valleys we have a huge selection of amazing mountain restaurants from which to choose... BUT eating out every lunchtime doesn't always fit into the holiday budget. Or you might just want to have a quick…
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2023 World Ski Championships: Explained

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After the Olympic Games, the World Ski Championships is THE biggest international ski event, bringing together 600 athletes from 75 nations.  In 2023, Courchevel and Meribel will host the very best skiers in the world between 6 to 19 February…
Tips on driving to the Alps in winter

Top Tips for Driving to the Alps

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Looking for some information on how to plan your road-trip to the Alps this winter? We're here to help! If you're new to driving in France, it can understandably be quite daunting to make the long journey, so we have put together some information…