Guest Blog: Ten tips for the Portes Du Soleil

  France, France
Monday, November 10, 2008

Our latest entry comes from Laura Berry, a professional snowboarder.



After spending her last two seasons in and around Avoriaz, she shares with us her top ten tips on her favourite area, Les Portes Du Soleil.




1. If you're staying in Morzine, head to Bar Robinson for amazing apres-ski. This fab bar serves a super strong beer called Mutzig, which makes for fun times.




2. If you're staying in the French side of the Portes Du Soleil, it's well worth taking a ride over in Switzerland. Whether you're into freeriding or freestyle some of the best of both are found in the Swiss side.




3. If you're out riding in the Avoriaz area, make sure you stop at the popular locals' favorite 'Changabangs' for lunch on the hill. It serves burgers and chips as well as salads and wraps. Oh, and if you've got a sweet tooth, they serve killer brownies in there, too!

4. For a cheaper alternative lunch, head to the 'Shopi' supermarket up in Avoriaz, where you can buy cheap sandwiches, drinks and snacks.

5. During the busy half terms or other holidays head over to Les Gets instead of the main ski area to avoid huge queues. There is everything you need over there from park to powder and you'll save hours of waiting around!




6. If you have transport, be sure to head down to Bar National in St Jean D'Aulps. It serves the best pizza ever and is great to go to for a few drinks and food. Definitely worth the 10 minute drive.

7. If on a night out and heading to the clubs after the bars shut, a great tip is to hide your coat somewhere outside - saves a few euros on paying for the cloakroom!!



8. If you're looking for an Internet connection head to the Rhodos bar in town where there is free Wi-Fi.

9. If you're staying in Morzine and want to head out for dinner the Clan D'Oeil is a lovely restaurant. It is run by a couple who owned a hotel in the Lake District for a few years and are super friendly.

10. A quicker way to get up in to Avoriaz from Morzine is to use the Ardent gondola instead of the Avoriaz cable car. Just jump on the M bus and you'll be in Avoriaz just as quick, and much quicker if it's holiday time. For easy access stay at the Residence Les Portes du Soleil ".

Please visit the British Snow Tour Website and Laura's soulsports profile to find out more about Laura and the British snowboard scene.