"A few of these folks endure, devouring all 600 km of Trois Valées slopes, but a new, Fendi-clad tribe have also moved in, and-amid the slope-side Louis Vuitton cafés and plateau de fruits de mer-are firmly holding court. Of Courchevel's four varied-altitude villages, it's the highest, Courchevel 1850, they're here for, with more luxury boutiques than boulangeries, Gucci gondolas whizzing skiers up-mountain, and an "altiport," poised for private jet arrivals."
"But it's the curious abundance of Michelin-starred restaurants that sets this resort apart from its alpine contemporaries. And amid their waiting lists and the Dom Perignon dramatics, it's easy to forget the main event: Courchevel's skiing is the gold standard, with a vast squiggle of cannon-lined, mainly north-facing runs (receiving a hefty annual investment) for all levels to whoosh down, and thrilling off-piste for the advanced lot to explore."
Courchevel 1850 is the highest of four villages and functions as an ultra-luxury resort with more boutiques than boulangeries and an altiport for private jets. Heated driveways, coded boot-room doors and snow-laden chalets line the slopes alongside contemporary and Habsburg-style hotels. La Croisette concentrates main lifts, entertainment and culinary destinations, including an unusual abundance of Michelin-starred restaurants. Groomed, mainly north-facing runs receive heavy investment and provide excellent skiing for all levels, while advanced skiers can explore thrilling off-piste terrain. Terrace lunches feature lobster, raclette and tartiflette, and après-ski includes teas, spa treatments and glamorous socializing.
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