J2Ski Forum Posts and Replies by OldAndy

I think a ski holiday with different types of people is always a challenge. I go with a non-skiing wife and we both enjoy it, but planning needs lots of attention.
I'd want to ask a couple of questions before producing a short list of resorts.
What time of year? Some thought needed about likely temperatures in the resort. If it is too cold (high resort, early/mid season) it could be miserable for the non-skier and child being outside. Late season and lack of snow near the resort could make meeting up a problem.
My solution is to look for the likelihood of good skiing (at an appropriate level) close to the "get together" point. This means that the skiers can get skiing quickly and get back.
Lots of bubbles is an advantage, great for the non-skiers to get up the hill and feel part of the action.
I am a creature of habit and am back to Courchevel for Christmas, we have tried some other resorts but the convenience of Courchevel for skiers and non-skiers keeps winning.
Mark - I think you are on the right track with what you are looking for but not going to give a specific suggestion as I think more questions need answering. Plus I dont know the resorts close to Geneva that well.
Good luck
Andy

AlistairS wrote:I'm with you on that Jon, perhaps we all should just take off for 4 months. What a wonderful thought :thumbup: :thumbup: Emma - You will enjoy it that much more when it comes around :D

Careful what you say - I went for a few months and stayed 5 years summer and winter in the French Alps!!
Now I have to manage on a week now and then - 22 sleeps to go :wink::)