Ski hire users are almost guaranteed to see snow if they head on a trip to Val Thorens, one sector specialist has stated.
IfYouSki.com said that ski hire users in search of snow-filled fun will not be disappointed by the weather conditions in Val Thorens, as its high altitude means that there is plenty of the white stuff.
"Val Thorens is a resort for people who come on their ski holiday to ski and want the guarantee of snow. At 2,300m, Val Thorens is the highest ski resort in Europe, meaning the resort has a great snow record," it explained.
The source added that the apres ski options are fairly limited, so it is definitely a resort for people who prefer designated slopes to put their skills to the test.
It comes after Holly Waddell, writing for the Interactive Resorts blog, recently said that ski hire users should aim to stay in accommodation which offers expansive views of the resort, as it is among the most beautiful winter sports destinations in the world.
One ski hire user has spoken of how she took a trip to Val Thorens and found that the resort satisfied all of her winter sports needs, with some excellent views helping to enhance the experience.
Holly Waddell, writing for the Interactive Resorts blog, said that ski hire users should aim to stay in accommodation which offers expansive views of the resort, as it is among the most beautiful winter sports destinations in the world.
On her recent trip to the area, she said that the panoramas in Val Thorens were even better than expected and made for an unforgettable experience.
"As a ski resort, Val Thorens just about ticks every box. On paper its statistics are second to none. Combined with its sister resorts of Courchevel and Meribel you have a combined mileage of over 600km of piste to play on," Ms Waddell said.
Meanwhile, the Holiday Travel Help blog stated that Val Thorens is a great resort when it comes to finding a bar or restaurant worth visiting, as there are excellent eateries and some of the trendiest bars in Europe to sample.
Ski hire users looking for a resort which is perfect for winter sports thrills with a diverse selection of challenging runs will find that Val Thorens is perfect, one source has claimed.
TravelBite.co.uk noted that the entire Savoie region is great for ski hire users in search of adrenaline-pumping action, with a whole host of resorts each offering something different.
"Val Thorens completes the three valleys region and is popular with snowboarding enthusiasts as well. Its high altitude means there are no trees but extremely good quality snow," the source said.
It added that even people who have never been skiing before will find slopes to tackle in Val Thorens due to its diverse mix.
Recently, the Holiday Travel Help blog stated that Val Thorens is a great resort when it comes to finding a bar or restaurant worth visiting, as there are some excellent eateries and some of the trendiest bars in Europe to sample.
Ski hire users looking for a place to stay will find the resort is one of the best on the continent for apres ski entertainment, according to one source.
The Holiday Travel Help blog stated that Val Thorens is a great resort when it comes to finding a bar or restaurant worth visiting, as there are some excellent eateries and some of the trendiest bars in Europe to sample.
The source added that Christmas breaks in particular are a fine idea for ski hire in Val Thorens users, as the resort comes alive over the yuletide period and offers some excellent festive fun.
"Val Thorens has loads of boutiques and gourmet restaurants and really comes alive at night. Its many trendy nightclubs and bars are known to stay open until the wee hours of the morning," the blog said.
Recently, the Columbia Jacket blog said that ski hire users in search of guaranteed snow and some of the most challenging runs on the continent will find that Val Thorens satisfies all of their winter sports requirements.
The high altitude of Val Thorens is of particular benefit to ski hire users who like to enjoy crisp snow for as long as possible, it has been claimed.
According to the Columbia Jacket blog, ski hire users in search of guaranteed snow and some of the most challenging runs on the continent will find that Val Thorens satisfies all of their winter sports requirements.
"One thing that makes Val Thorens so special is the altitude. The village is above the tree line, which results in beautiful panoramas at different places of the slopes and many places where you can ski outside the regular slopes," it said.
The source added that Val Thorens also had great nightlife, helping to create the perfect mixture off on-piste and apres ski activities.
Recently, the Holiday Travel Help blog compiled a list of the best ski areas for yuletide holidays and concluded that the wealth of options in Val Thorens and the excellent atmosphere set it apart as a destination for great Christmas breaks.
Ski hire users thinking about booking a winter holiday will find that Val Thorens is one of the very best places on the planet for one, according to one source.
The Holiday Travel Help blog compiled a list of the best ski areas for yuletide holidays and concluded that the wealth of options in Val Thorens and the excellent atmosphere set it apart as a destination for great Christmas breaks.
It explained: "It is Europe’s highest resort so snow is not a problem in December. There are 170 km of ski pistes in Val Thorens and although all the skiing is above the tree line, the off-piste and powder skiing is fabulous."
The source added that the ski lifts are also efficient, meaning that the likelihood of Christmas queues is reduced substantially.
Recently, the Skiing, Snowboarding and Snowmobiling Info blog stated that ski hire users from the UK are still in love with Val Thorens, as the resort has guaranteed snow and some of the best slopes on the planet.
Ski hire users continue to head to France and resorts such as Val Thorens for their winter sports thrills, one source has observed.
The Skiing, Snowboarding and Snowmobiling Info blog stated that ski hire users from the UK are still in love with France, as the country’s resorts have guaranteed snow and some of the best slopes on the planet.
It pointed out that the guaranteed snow in Val Thorens is a particular reason why ski hire users return to the resort every year and also means that the area has perfect opportunities for schussing and slaloming down the slopes.
"France remains the most popular place for the British skier and it is not hard to see why. France offers arguably the best skiing in Europe, not to mention dozens of huge resorts in the Alps," the source explained.
Recently, a post by a traveller on Ski-i.com said that his recent trip to Val Thorens was one of the best winter sports holidays ever, with the sensation of being high on the resort’s slopes making him feel like he was "on top of the world".
People using ski hire in Val Thorens will feel like they are on top of the world, one source has stated.
A post by a recent traveller on Ski-i.com said that his trip was one of the best winter sports holidays ever, with the sensation of being high on the resort’s slopes making him feel like he was on top of the world.
According to the writer, the unique combination of blazing sunshine and crisp white snow also created a surreal yet thrilling atmosphere, while the great ski runs were begging to be tackled.
"The stunning teeth of L’Aiguille de Peclet which look down on the resort village, act as a reminder of the vertical ascent still available at this altitude. Furthermore, the surrounding slopes are as wide as they are high with sweeping pistes rolling across the bowl," the traveller explained.
Recently, IfYouSki.com stated that advanced ski hire users will be right at home in Val Thorens, as the resort’s challenging runs will put their skills to the test, while milder slopes can also satisfy less adept winter sports enthusiasts.
Winter sports enthusiasts looking for great extended skiing opportunities should look no further than Val Thorens, as its slopes are a superb choice for ski hire users, according to one source.
IfYouSki.com stated that advanced ski hire users will be right at home in Val Thorens, as the resort’s challenging runs will put their skills to the test, while milder slopes can also satisfy less adept winter sports enthusiasts.
"Advanced skiers also have plenty to play on with big moguls and access to the Maurienne Valley for off-piste adventures. In addition there’s an excellent Snowpark to keep freestylers busy," the source said.
It pointed out that the high altitude of the resort also means that there is guaranteed snow throughout the year.
Holly Waddell, writing for Interactive Resorts, recently said that the "outstanding" views in Val Thorens provide ski hire users with moments to savour forever and are a perfect accompaniment to the excellent ski runs in the resort.
The view from the top of the mountain in Val Thorens is almost unrivalled among Europe’s winter sports resorts, one traveller has stated.
Holly Waddell, writing for Interactive Resorts, said that the "outstanding" views in Val Thorens provide ski hire users with moments to savour forever and are a perfect accompaniment to the excellent ski runs in the resort.
"As a ski resort, Val Thorens just about ticks every box. On paper its statistics are second to none. Towering over the rest of Europe, Val Thorens nestles itself at a literally breathtaking 2,300m," she pointed out.
The traveller added that, combined with its sister resorts of Courchevel and Meribel, the area around Val Thorens has a combined mileage of over 600km of piste, with "ridiculous amounts" of off piste to discover and explore.
Meanwhile, industry analyst David Froom, writing for the same blog, recently said that Val Thorens’ high altitude means that ski hire users heading to the resort are almost guaranteed snow, no matter what time of year they travel.
