Jump to Topic: Planning your family ski holiday | Getting to the Alps | Why Les Arcs is perfect for families | On the slopes in Les Arcs | Gear, Rentals & Budget Tips
Dreaming of a family ski trip that’s fun, affordable, and actually enjoyable with kids? This guide brings together everything we’ve learned from years of skiing as a family – with a special focus on my favourite destination: Les Arcs and Bourg-Saint-Maurice in the French Alps.
You’ll find practical travel advice, money-saving tips, honest reviews of local ski schools and restaurants, and plenty of ideas for snowy fun (even if you don’t ski!). Whether you’re planning your very first family trip or looking to upgrade your next one, start here.
🧭 Planning your family ski holiday
From choosing the best dates to finding family-friendly resorts, start your ski trip off right with these essential planning and prep guides.
- Ski Trip Packing List: What to Pack for a Family Ski Holiday (Without Overpacking)
- Skiing with Kids Made Easy: 10 Real Tips for a Fun, Stress-Free Holiday
- When Can Children Start Skiing? A Realistic Guide for Parents
- Where to stay in Les Arcs? Which is the best Resort: Arc 1600, 1800, 1950, 2000, Peisey-Vallandry or Bourg-Saint-Maurice
🚆 Getting to the Alps
Les Arcs and Bourg-Saint-Maurice are surprisingly accessible – here’s how to get there.
- Getting to Les Arcs: the best ways to travel from the UK
- The Eurostar Ski Train to Bourg-Saint-Maurice from London: 2025 Review
🏔️ Why Les Arcs is perfect for families
Find out why we think Les Arcs and nearby Bourg-Saint-Maurice offer one of the best bases in the French Alps for families.
- Family Ski Holiday in Les Arcs: A Guide for All Ages
- Bourg Saint Maurice Skiing: Our Favourite Base for a Family Ski Holiday
🎿 On the Slopes in Les Arcs
Ready to ski? These guides cover the best ski schools, epic runs, family zones, and how to make the most of your ski pass.
- Les Arcs Ski School Guide: What I’ve Learnt (and What I’d Do Differently)
- Les Arcs Skiing in April: Are Easter Ski Holidays Worth It?
🎒 Gear, Rentals, Gifts & Budget Tips
Make your trip smoother with these guides to ski gear hire, saving money, genuinely useful gift ideas, and even where to eat lunch without breaking the bank.