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What to know before you go! en-GB Copyright © SeeTheWorld 1998-2026 Thu, 26 Feb 2026 08:01:40 +0000 https://www.seevalthorens.com/sites/www.seevalthorens.com/img/logo.png https://www.seevalthorens.com/news/ As winter begins to take hold we take a look at all that's new in town and on the slopes. https://www.seevalthorens.com/news/whats-new-this-winter-in-val-thorens-736959 Tracy Wise https://www.seevalthorens.com/news/whats-new-this-winter-in-val-thorens-736959 Tue, 16 Dec 2025 00:00:00 +0000 Val Thorens ski passes for this season are now on sale. https://www.seevalthorens.com/news/ski-pass-prices-announced-for-val-thorens-677082 Caro Blackwell https://www.seevalthorens.com/news/ski-pass-prices-announced-for-val-thorens-677082 Mon, 08 Sep 2025 00:00:00 +0000 The winners of the 2024 World Ski Awards have been announced. https://www.seevalthorens.com/news/val-thorens-voted-worlds-best-ski-resort-712448 Caro Blackwell https://www.seevalthorens.com/news/val-thorens-voted-worlds-best-ski-resort-712448 Fri, 29 Nov 2024 00:00:00 +0000 Bookings are now available for the Eurostar ski trains for this winter. https://www.seevalthorens.com/news/eurostar-ski-train-719004 Caro Blackwell https://www.seevalthorens.com/news/eurostar-ski-train-719004 Wed, 11 Sep 2024 00:00:00 +0000 Magical March is here with longer, warmer days skiing in the sunshine. https://www.seevalthorens.com/news/what-s-on-in-march-715339 Tracy Wise https://www.seevalthorens.com/news/what-s-on-in-march-715339 Tue, 25 Mar 2025 00:00:00 +0000 Enjoy longer sunnier days up on the mountain. Don't forget your sunscreen! https://www.seevalthorens.com/news/what-s-on-and-weather-04-in-val-thorens-val-thorens-741246 Tracy Wise https://www.seevalthorens.com/news/what-s-on-and-weather-04-in-val-thorens-val-thorens-741246 Mon, 24 Mar 2025 00:00:00 +0000 December is when the ski lifts are open and the Christmas holidays are on the horizon. https://www.seevalthorens.com/news/what-s-on-in-december-712598 Tracy Wise https://www.seevalthorens.com/news/what-s-on-in-december-712598 Sun, 23 Mar 2025 00:00:00 +0000 It's very cold and the days are short, but the skies are blue and the pistes are quiet. https://www.seevalthorens.com/news/what-s-on-in-val-thorens-january-val-thorens-702086 Tracy Wise https://www.seevalthorens.com/news/what-s-on-in-val-thorens-january-val-thorens-702086 Sat, 22 Mar 2025 00:00:00 +0000 It's the school holidays, the resort is full of families, and the snow is already deep in resort. https://www.seevalthorens.com/news/what-s-on-in-february-714612 Tracy Wise https://www.seevalthorens.com/news/what-s-on-in-february-714612 Fri, 21 Mar 2025 00:00:00 +0000 It's never too late to remind ourselves of the ten FIS (International Ski Federation) rules. https://www.seevalthorens.com/questions/what-are-the-10-rules-of-ski-safety Tracy Wise https://www.seevalthorens.com/questions/what-are-the-10-rules-of-ski-safety Wed, 12 Feb 2025 00:00:00 +0000 Skiing holidays can be expensive, especially if you're bringing the family. https://www.seevalthorens.com/news/ski-more-for-less-745867 Tracy Wise https://www.seevalthorens.com/news/ski-more-for-less-745867 Fri, 27 Oct 2023 00:00:00 +0000 A number of obvious reasons spring to mind, and not just mine. https://www.seevalthorens.com/events/news/why-ski-in-january Amy Neville-Eliot https://www.seevalthorens.com/events/news/why-ski-in-january Thu, 26 Oct 2023 00:00:00 +0000 Beautiful weather, super skiing and great après-ski - what's not to love? https://www.seevalthorens.com/news/reasons-to-come-spring-skiing-in-alpe-d-huez-region-706503 Rob Wood https://www.seevalthorens.com/news/reasons-to-come-spring-skiing-in-alpe-d-huez-region-706503 Wed, 25 Oct 2023 00:00:00 +0000 Every year whether it's early or late, Easter can be a great time for a ski holiday. https://www.seevalthorens.com/news/reasons-to-come-to-for-easter-694091 Ellie Mahoney https://www.seevalthorens.com/news/reasons-to-come-to-for-easter-694091 Tue, 24 Oct 2023 00:00:00 +0000 A great place for beginners, you'll find so many slopes to explore and enjoy. https://www.seevalthorens.com/news/why-val-thorens-is-great-for-beginner-skiers-701819 Tracy Wise https://www.seevalthorens.com/news/why-val-thorens-is-great-for-beginner-skiers-701819 Tue, 09 Nov 2021 00:00:00 +0000 When your family and friends want to go skiing, but it really isn't your cup of tea, don't panic. https://www.seevalthorens.com/news/top-things-to-in-for-non-skiers-695184 Tracy Wise https://www.seevalthorens.com/news/top-things-to-in-for-non-skiers-695184 Wed, 15 Feb 2023 00:00:00 +0000 Heliskiing is the ultimate snow quest, go ahead and tick that box https://www.seevalthorens.com/news/go-heliskiing-in-this-spring-2018-715701 Jordan Tiernan - Val Heliski https://www.seevalthorens.com/news/go-heliskiing-in-this-spring-2018-715701 Sat, 07 Apr 2018 00:00:00 +0000 There's no such thing as a bad time to be thinking about your next ski holiday. https://www.seevalthorens.com/news/book-ahead-for-your-next-ski-holiday-to-695905 Ellie Mahoney https://www.seevalthorens.com/news/book-ahead-for-your-next-ski-holiday-to-695905 Tue, 10 Sep 2024 00:00:00 +0000 Here's some more great reasons to make that early ski season trip. https://www.seevalthorens.com/news/make-the-most-of-val-thorens-early-season-skiing-712535 Ian Huyton https://www.seevalthorens.com/news/make-the-most-of-val-thorens-early-season-skiing-712535 Fri, 10 Nov 2023 00:00:00 +0000 Here's why we recommend Val Thorens as a family destination. https://www.seevalthorens.com/news/why-book-a-family-ski-holiday-in-val-thorens-695175 Tracy Wise https://www.seevalthorens.com/news/why-book-a-family-ski-holiday-in-val-thorens-695175 Tue, 06 Dec 2022 00:00:00 +0000 Here's our pick of the best hotels, whether it's a short break, family, gourmet or spa holiday. https://www.seevalthorens.com/news/top-hotels-in-for-any-budget-valley-belleville-region-700690 Ana Hernández https://www.seevalthorens.com/news/top-hotels-in-for-any-budget-valley-belleville-region-700690 Wed, 08 Nov 2017 00:00:00 +0000 We all know food tastes better eaten outdoors. Here's our pick of the best spots to picnic. https://www.seevalthorens.com/news/where-to-find-the-best-picnic-spots-in-the-3-valleys-meribel-region-694064 Caroline Sayer https://www.seevalthorens.com/news/where-to-find-the-best-picnic-spots-in-the-3-valleys-meribel-region-694064 Tue, 01 Aug 2023 00:00:00 +0000 Why not fill your backpack with a baguette, some local cheese and a saucisson and find yourself a picnic spot with a view? https://www.seevalthorens.com/news/where-to-find-the-best-picnic-spots-in-694065 Gemma Hunt https://www.seevalthorens.com/news/where-to-find-the-best-picnic-spots-in-694065 Tue, 01 Aug 2023 00:00:00 +0000 A ski holiday is not complete without making sure you have had your fill of French cheese. https://www.seevalthorens.com/news/find-the-best-fondues-in-714568 Gemma Hunt https://www.seevalthorens.com/news/find-the-best-fondues-in-714568 Wed, 14 Feb 2018 00:00:00 +0000 Whether buying for the first time or yours has seen better days, read our guide. https://www.seevalthorens.com/news/gear-get-the-gear-ski-helmets-745945 Tracy Wise https://www.seevalthorens.com/news/gear-get-the-gear-ski-helmets-745945 Wed, 12 Nov 2025 00:00:00 +0000 There's always a headline grabbing new tech whetting our appetites for the winter. https://www.seevalthorens.com/news/winter-gear-guide-702519 Tracy Wise https://www.seevalthorens.com/news/winter-gear-guide-702519 Fri, 24 Oct 2025 00:00:00 +0000 A new board is a great place to start when planning new snow adventures. https://www.seevalthorens.com/news/latest-gear-best-new-snowboards-for-winter-201819-france-720701 Tracy Wise https://www.seevalthorens.com/news/latest-gear-best-new-snowboards-for-winter-201819-france-720701 Fri, 19 Sep 2025 00:00:00 +0000 We're excited for winter and numerous snow adventures, and a new pair of skis. https://www.seevalthorens.com/news/latest-gear-new-skis-for-winter-201819-france-720333 Tracy Wise https://www.seevalthorens.com/news/latest-gear-new-skis-for-winter-201819-france-720333 Sat, 23 Aug 2025 00:00:00 +0000 Drawn to the wilds of untracked snow, the mountains can quickly change. https://www.seevalthorens.com/news/avalanche-safety-equipment-guide-722119 Tracy Wise https://www.seevalthorens.com/news/avalanche-safety-equipment-guide-722119 Sat, 26 Jul 2025 00:00:00 +0000 As spring arrives our appetite for being in the mountains switches from skiing to hiking. https://www.seevalthorens.com/news/hiking-gear-guide-723439 Tracy Wise https://www.seevalthorens.com/news/hiking-gear-guide-723439 Tue, 01 Apr 2025 00:00:00 +0000 A real joy, it's all about freedom and you versus the trail. https://www.seevalthorens.com/news/trail-running-gear-guide-726599 Tracy Wise https://www.seevalthorens.com/news/trail-running-gear-guide-726599 Mon, 31 Mar 2025 00:00:00 +0000 The quintessential summer outdoor activity and a great way to connect with nature. https://www.seevalthorens.com/news/latest-gear-camping-equipment-for-summer-725295 Tracy Wise https://www.seevalthorens.com/news/latest-gear-camping-equipment-for-summer-725295 Sun, 30 Mar 2025 00:00:00 +0000 There's always some new technology for the biking season to come. https://www.seevalthorens.com/news/latest-gear-sweet-protection-mountain-bike-helmets-683175 Tracy Wise https://www.seevalthorens.com/news/latest-gear-sweet-protection-mountain-bike-helmets-683175 Sat, 29 Mar 2025 00:00:00 +0000