The UK half-term holidays are almost over
The weather this week has been, once more, mixed. Quite sunny and warm sometimes, with heavy snow on Wednesday.
The weekend will be sunny and warm, almost spring-like. It looks as though there's more snow coming next week, probably starting on Wednesday.
The French February half-term holidays will continue until the beginning of March, so watch Giles's tips for avoiding the crowds in Avoriaz
Axel welcomes you to the store, located near the Fontaines Blanches, the Cap Neige and the Alpages residences in the centre of Avoriaz.
In the heart of the resort, Cmp Skimium is ideally located close to the ski slopes and ski lifts.
Want to rent skis or snowboards in Avoriaz? Just visit the NetSki Salomon store!
Snowboard & Ski Hire in Avoriaz Centre near the tourist information. Save time and money by booking online with Intersport. Have your equipment ready to pick up as soon as you arrive and hit the slopes straight away!
Want to rent skis or snowboards in Avoriaz? Just visit the Skiset Crozats store!
This ski rental shop in Avoriaz is towards the bottom of the main street, at the foot of the résidence "les Portes du Soleil", above the restaurant La Boule de Neige, close to the pharmacy.
This ski school connects snow sports enthusiasts of all abilities with expert ski and snowboard instructors across Europe’s top resorts. With thousands of top-rated, verified instructors to choose from, their private lessons offer a flexible and personalised learning experience.
Established in 1991, this ski and snowboard school was one of the first British-run ski schools in Avoriaz. Their team is known for going the extra mile, offering excellent customer service and delivering outstanding lessons and guiding.
This ski school offers group ski lessons for both children and adults, catering to all ability levels. Their group lessons provide a great and affordable way to improve your skiing in a safe, social and supportive environment.
Established in 1991, this ski and snowboard school was one of the first British ski schools in Avoriaz and is renowned for its fantastic instructors and excellent customer service.
Evolution 2 in Avoriaz offer group lessons with no more than eight people per lesson.
Evolution 2 in Avoriaz offer private lessons for beginners up to those looking to hone technique.
This company offers a great value shuttle service as well as private transfers from Geneva Airport to Morzine, Les Gets and Avoriaz. Established and efficient - you can rely on them.
The Loyal Transfers team has been organising airport transfers to ski resorts around France since 2012. Their aim has always been to make independent travel to ski resorts cheaper and easier for everyone.
This private airport transfer company has been operating in the French Alps for over ten years, run by a local who'll also be your driver.
This company offers private and shared transfers from Geneva Airport to Avoriaz, nearby areas, and resorts across the Alps. With great value fares on all journeys, it’s an easy way to save money.
With over 15 years of experience in the Alps, Getaway vans use this knowledge to ensure your holiday gets off to the best possible hassle-free start.
Located in the centre of Avoriaz is the outdoor 'patinoire' or ice rink.
When the pistes and lifts are closed in Avoriaz, you can still hit the slopes after dark on a snowmobile.
A fantastic way to see the resort with your friends and family and a great way to entertain any non-skiers in your group.
Snowmobiling can be a fun, fast, snowy activity. Starting from Avoriaz resort, outings start from 17.30 to midnight, giving you free range of the snow and the Alps.
For backcountry adventures, this independent company operates in and around the following three heliski destinations: Valgrisenche, The Courmayeur Valley and the Col de Petit St Bernard Pass. They have pioneered 32 drop zones within these three broad valley regions giving you a huge choice of terrain, snow conditions and mountain orientation to ensure you have a day best suited to your ability and preferences.
Get to know the mountains at a steady pace while being guided by high mountain instructors.
Find out what's happening in Avoriaz and how to make the most of your time here. The latest news, reviews, current events and the trendiest restaurants, as well as interviews with leading locals, insider's guides and things to do, see and experience in the region. Plus, during the winter season, our famous snow reports and dump alerts, all in the same place.
See allLatest News & ReviewsThere is plenty going on in Avoriaz throughout the year. The resort plays host to a number of winter music festivals which take place across the resort and pistes, namely Rock the Pistes and Snowboxx in March. In summer, the Pass'portes du Soleil mountain bike festival is the biggest event for bikers, with the occasional Tour de France stage passing nearby.
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