J2Ski Forum Posts and Replies by Camelthief

Does anyone know the best way for 8 people to get from Lyon airport to Alpe d'Huez

Thanks, probably be closer to town then, especially as have one oldish non-skier with us

Anyone know if it's best to stay in Quartier des Vieil Alpe or Altiport?

Thanks guys, that's helpful.

Hi anyone.

I have an agent pushing Seefeld on me for a family beginner skiing holiday in March 2011. (some of us have done a little skiing some time ago) Does anyone know it?

It sounds beautiful and usefully close to interesting places, but I am concerned that it is not high enough to be snowsure at that time of year. We really don't want to take any chances as we might not have another opportunity to go skiing as a family

Going skiiing in March 2011. Beginners, family with teens. Friends have recommended Oberlech rather than Lech for that time of year (slushy return to hotel in afternoon)and generally for family skiing. My travel agent is trying to persuade me that Lech is a better option: more to do for the kids.

Help! any comments?

Thanks for all the helpful responses - plenty of choice and plenty to think about!

We are a family of 4 (2 teens), the adults have done a little skiing long ago and the kids have had a brief lesson on snow - so really like beginners. We are going skiing in mid-March 2011. Have the following questions:
-where to go (probably needs to be high as we MUST HAVE SNOW!)
-must have easy slopes, good access, and also be a nice,fun place to be
-should we go for more than a week? (if we can)
- we don't like the club med option, but want to have a package that gives us a lot of help with skis,passes, lessons etc.
- we're not looking for budget accommodation -but also don't want to break the bank.
Have received the following recommendations: Lech; Val d'Isere; Courchevel; Grindelwald; Meribel; Valmorel; Megeve ..

help!