France has long been the world’s favourite tourist destination, and it doesn’t take a much imagination to understand why. It has some of the highest mountains, the most dynamic cities, the best beaches and a treasure trove of the some of the world’s most famous artistic, cultural and historical artifacts. The wide open spaces and impressive mountain ranges of the French countryside allow for a vast scope of outdoor activities to thrill even the most adventurous traveller. Those seeking more of an urban adventure won’t be disappointed by the vast range of clubs, shops, fashion and music provided by France’s cities in abundance. Combine all of these riches with the most sumptuous culinary scene in the world, and you may be planning your next trip to France before you even head back home.
Val Thorens, the highest ski resort in Europe (at 2300 metres) is situated in the Tarentaise Valley of Savoie in the French Alps. The town and area are truly impressive, boasting the largest ski area in the world (with more than 600 kilometres of runs) and six glaciers decorating the landscape. The town is also renowned for its magnitude of chic and up-to-the-minute array of 31 lifts, which include draglifts, chairlifts, gondolas, funitels, a cable car and ‘magic carpets’. The town also hosts the Tour de France in summer. Other activities on offer include paramotor flights, rafting, hydro-speeding, helicopter flights, a helicopter dining experience, heliskiing and helipboarding. Val Thorens provides a jaw dropping view of the legendary Glacier de Peclet. The resort of Meribel (among many others) is nearby.
