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What's New in Meribel?
You heard it here first (hopefully!). The word on the street / pistes / chairlifts / bars for those of you who are coming out on holiday, have a place here and like to keep up with what is happening, or have been and want to keep in touch. If you have some news regarding the resort you would like featured please do send us your news.
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| Meribel News | The funny things people ask... |
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The funny things people ask...
by Caroline Face | Ski News Reporter |
published 13-Aug-2008
Every year the French alpine resorts attract a huge amount of tourists to have fun in the mountains...and every year, the tourist offices in the Haute Savoie and Savoie regions receive a few eyebrow-raising questions from tourists. read more...
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| Meribel News | Bigger & better snowpark for VT next season |
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Bigger & better snowpark for VT next season
by Helen McGrory | Ski Content Editor |
published 12-Aug-2008
After only one season, the new snowpark in the Plateau sector at Val Thorens is already a victim of its own success and needs to be enlarged by 18,000m². Costing €300,000, next year the newly expanded park will cover a total area of 88000m2 and include a new 500 m long hand rail, a larger beginners’ area with more educational and fun elements and improvements to the expert zone, providing even more fun for skiers and snowboarders of all standards. read more...
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| Meribel News | Traditional 'Fete Savoyarde' this Sunday in Meribel-Mottaret |
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Traditional 'Fete Savoyarde' this Sunday in Meribel-Mottaret
by Caroline Face | Ski News Reporter |
published 8-Aug-2008
The little hamlet 'Le Hameau' perched at the top of Meribel-Mottaret will be holding, as every year, it's own traditional fete to celebrate all things Savoyard, including tasty Savoyard products. read more...
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| Meribel News | Things could well go with a bang this weekend in Courchevel! |
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Things could well go with a bang this weekend in Courchevel!
by Caroline Face | Ski News Reporter |
published 31-Jul-2008
As a lover of fireworks (yes, yes I know they're not exactly environmentally friendly AND they cost a fortune, but they're still great!) I couldn't quite believe my Courchnet.com eyes when I saw Courchevel is to host a fireworks and pyrotechnics festival! It's a chance for the industry's best to get together, but it's also a chance for us to see some great fireworks displays for free! read more...
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| Meribel News | Ski jumping in Courchevel this weekend |
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Ski jumping in Courchevel this weekend
by Caroline Face | Ski News Reporter |
published 28-Jul-2008 | last updated 4-Aug-2008
It's all about flying high this weekend in Courchevel as their airshow coincides with the 18th summer world cup ski jumping competition which also takes place in resort this weekend the 2nd and 3rd August. read more...
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| Meribel News | Flying high in Courchevel this weekend |
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Flying high in Courchevel this weekend
by Caroline Face | Ski News Reporter |
published 27-Jul-2008 | last updated 28-Jul-2008
The Dauphine aeroclub of Courchevel is hosting their 12th Fete de l'air montagne this weekend the 2nd and 3rd August at the Altiport and around the Olympic site in Le Praz. read more...
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| Meribel News | Val Thorens hosts their first Megavalanche race this weekend. |
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Val Thorens hosts their first Megavalanche race this weekend.
by Caroline Face | Ski News Reporter |
published 22-Jul-2008
After the success of the traditional Megavalanche in Alpe d'Huez the other week, Val Thorens in the Three Valleys ski area will be hosting the first Pro-Am Megavalanche European Cup Downhill Mountain Bike Marathon! Yes, the name is a mouthful, but the race is set to be spectacular! read more...
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| Meribel News | Parking changes in Méribel centre |
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Parking changes in Méribel centre
by Caroline Sayer | 3 Valleys Resort Reporter |
published 12-Jul-2008
For the remainder of the summer season vehicles will no longer be allowed to park on the Montée de la Chaudanne, one of the two main roads running through Méribel centre. Until the end of August, wooden barriers will prevent cars from parking on either side of the street, effectively enlarging the pavement and allowing pedestrians more space to wander, enjoy outdoor cafes and the twice weekly market. Deliveries will still be permitted and two short stay parking spaces are still available outside the Pharmacy. After public consultation at the end of the summer, a decision will be taken by the town hall whether to make the change permanent. The town hall states that its long term objectives towards road use are: read more...
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| Meribel News | Golfing season is in full swing in Meribel |
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Golfing season is in full swing in Meribel
by Caroline Face | Ski News Reporter |
published 8-Jul-2008 | last updated 12-Jul-2008
Excuse us for the cheesy pun above, but the golfing season has got off to a sizzling start in Meribel - since the course opened a few weeks ago, the fine weather has attracted a large number of golfers all keen to take a round or two. read more...
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| Meribel News | Courchevel rescue centre opens for the summer |
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Courchevel rescue centre opens for the summer
by Caroline Face | Ski News Reporter |
published 8-Jul-2008
For several years running, the summer months have seen a rescue helicopter being based in Courchevel to cover the Three Valleys area. This year is no exception and the helicopter and personnel arrived in resort this Saturday. read more...
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