As the UK’s largest online ski specialist, we work with over 50 ski tour operators so we can offer the widest range of ski properties and holidays to help find our customers the perfect ski holiday. Alpine Action is one of the tour operators we work with who offer 14 catered ski chalets in the 3 Valleys. The ski chalets offer quality accommodation run by very experienced staff. In December 2015, Alpine Action took 3 of our ski experts, Seb, Ian and Rufus, to Meribel to discover the Alpine Action ski experience. Here is Seb’s account of his trip:
The Alpine Action Experience
Alpine Action run a very slick operation in Meribel and La Tania - everything was done to ensure we had a relaxing time. We were transferred quickly and efficiently to Chalet Serpolet in a brand new coach and we were treated to a drinks reception upon arrival by our two chalet hosts (who were very friendly and helpful throughout our stay).
Alpine Action boast an impressive portfolio of chalets, all of which have their own character and style - they range from the traditional cosy chalet (Chalet Cote Coeur), the modern (Chalet Toubkal) and the retro (Chalet Rosalie with it’s smashing 70s bathroom). What the chalets all have in common is that they certainly fall into the more luxurious end of the market - our chalet featured an outdoor hot tub, sauna, games room and a spacious living area (very comfortable sofas).
Rufus, Ian and Seb
The Meribel chalets are all located within walking distance of the resort centre, but Alpine Action employ several drivers that whisk guests straight from their chalet door to the lifts in private minibuses. Once you return from the slopes in the evening, you simply give a driver a call and he will take you straight back to your chalet.
Evening meals were always an interesting experience - first up were canopies (mozzarella on a shortbread base), accompanied by sweet wine and the warm glow of the log fire. We were then served served with some of the best chalet food I have come across (the salmon and the duck were particular highlights). Dinner was followed by a cheese board and port (and beer pong).
The duck dinner, Chalet Cote Coeur & the salmon meal
The resort of Meribel is centrally located in the 3 Valleys, so it serves as a great base from which skiers can explore Courchevel and Val Thorens. We were shown around the ski slopes by the Alpine Action boss, Ian, whose knowledge of the 3 Valleys is second to none. He took us on a ski trip over to Les Menuires and then up to Val Thorens (there was some great powder snow there), before he treated us to a meal in Pizzaria Du Motteret (where I would thoroughly recommend the Hawai Pizza).
We also spent a morning skiing into Courchevel (although the snow was a bit icy here), before venturing down towards La Tania, where there was some relaxing tree skiing (and another fine pizza at the end). The run down from the top of the Saulire Express down to Meribel (with some spectacular scenery in the dying light of the day) was a highlight for me.
Val Thorens
The town of Meribel is great for those who enjoy apres skiing. Some of the best bars we went to was the Rond Point Bar (good live music in there) and the Meribar (ideal for a quick drink while waiting for your driver). For those wanted to experience some good nightlife I would recommend Barometer (try out the Mutzig beer in here) and Jacks. If you wish to dance the night away, look no further than O’Sullivans (formally known as Dicks T Bar). The great thing about Meribel is that all the bars are located around the town centre, so you never have to walk very far from one to another.
Courchevel
The Alpine Action experience is certainly memorable and it is one I would certainly recommend for people looking for high end accommodation, good food and great customer service.
By Seb Mearman
Alpine Action Chalets in Meribel
Chalet Telekie
Chalet Azalee
Chalet Alysson
Chalet Serpolet
Chalet Trois Coeurs
Chalet Ecureuil
Chalet Menor
Chalet Bouchot
Chalet Rosalie One
Chalet Rosalie Two
Alpine Action Chalets in La Tania
Chalet Cote Coeur
Chalet Attila
Chalet Toubkal One
Chalet Toubkal Two
