SAUZE D'OULX, ITALY

Sauze d'Oulx is one of the five villages which form the Milky Way and it needs little introduction to the many British skiers who return there year after year for the superb range of skiing, long hours of sunshine and wide range of après ski entertainment.

Sauze d'Oulx is one of the largest resorts in the Milky Way that offers 400km of skiing. Access to the pistes is now even easier following the increased capacity of the Clotes chairlift for the 2006 Winter Olympics.

Many of the pistes are covered in snow making facilities which offers more guaranteed skiing throughout the season.

Down in resort, Sauze d'Oulx's original village has retained its old world charm, while the newer part provides all you need for a fun-filled holiday, but traffic can be a problem. Après-ski can be as lively as you please with pubs, clubs, smart cocktail bars and many reasonably priced restaurants and pizzerias. The ski schools offer instruction for a varied level of abilities, so they're perfect for beginners, as well as skiers looking to improve their techniques.

Starting early and finishing late, the possibilities for non-stop nightlife in Sauze are many and varied. Start with a drink at the Crowded House, Paddy's or the Derby Bar and move on to one of the two discos, Schuss or Banditos.

Other activities include:

• Games hall
• Skidoos
• Evening excursions to watch Juventus or Milan football matches

Eating out in Sauze d'Oulx:

There is a large selection of pizzerias and restaurants to suit all palates and pockets. · Del Borgo or Old Inn for gourmet meals · 10-course meal with wine at Cantun del Barbabuc · For good value English breakfasts try the Max Café, Paddy's or The Village · Paddy's or Gran Trun for Chinese or Mexican dishes

Other Amenities in Sauze d'Oulx:

• Weekly market
• Cinema
• Shops
• Sauna
• Massage

With our great range of Sauze d'Oulx hotels you'll be able to find the perfect spot for you ski holiday with ease.

There are several airports surrounding Sauze d'Oulx ski resort. The nearest airport is Turin – Caselle (TRN) which is around 16km North of Turin, about 90km east from Sauze. The transfer time by bus or car is around 1 hour.