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      A night at 3,000 meters to look at galaxies? Live an extraordinary experience in Saint-Véran

      12 November 2026 18:38

      Package at 27.50 euros, Nordic skiing from 12 euros… The Pays des Écrins is betting on mountain tourism at affordable prices

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      Skiing for 20 euros, free ski lifts, the European Cup… Valloire is offering multiple deals this winter

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      What to do this winter at our resorts once the slopes are closed? Ten ideas for the evening, from the Alps to the Pyrenees

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      Great deals. How can you make the most of Serre Chevalier this winter without breaking the bank?

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      Cette nouvelle attraction sensationnelle va désormais fonctionner tout l’hiver à La Clusaz

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      Ski, défis et Beaufort AOP : dans les Sybelles, un drôle de rendez-vous gourmand arrive cet hiver

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      Nighttime descents, light, set design… Courchevel will transform its mythical ski slope

      November 13, 2026 17:17

      Karting that glides on the snow: this new activity is coming to Val d’Allos

      November 12, 2026 15:37

      World Cup of Luge, show, patronal festival, Odysséa… The events not to be missed this winter in La Plagne

      16 October 2026 13:19
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      What if you extended your summer at 2,400 metres? These Courchevel mountain huts stay open until the very last days of fine weather

      25 August 2026 17:25

      «The finest summer memories in a backpack»… From the e-bike to the grand trek, 5 wild getaways in the Val de Bagnes

      12 August 2026 11:34

      «A breathtaking gem where time seems to have stood still… Welcome to this incredible hamlet in the Haute Tarentaise, nestled beneath Mont Pourri.

      9 July 2026 16:38

      Alpine pastures, chalets and raclette: why the Val de Bagnes is one of Switzerland's best-kept secrets

      9 June 2026 20:56

      Verbier: activities, events, new arrivals… the complete guide to summer 2026

      18 May 2026 19:42
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      Hauts de Villaroger Nature Reserve: centuries-old larch trees, black grouse, breathtaking views… We took a walk in this wild sanctuary

      9 July 2026 17:14

      «A Day of the Sweet Life»... This summer, this bus will take you from Haute Tarentaise to Aosta and its market.

      25 June 2026 15:09

      «A real journey back in time», «breathtaking views»... In Haute Tarentaise, this family-friendly trail connects seven historic hamlets

      15 June 2026 12:04

      These 6 great mountain adventures will make you want to go away this summer

      24 March 2026 20:36

      This French cycle route has just been voted the best in Europe in 2026... and its route is spectacular.

      12 March 2026 10:18
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      Generous pizzas, pasta flambéed in a stone wheel, creamy burrata, freshly made tiramisu... Julietta 23 brings a taste of Italy to Tignes

      2 March 2026 14:18

      In Tignes, everyone ends up in this restaurant for fondue, and it's no coincidence

      13 February 2026 14:09

      Fondue, tartiflette... Top 5 mountain recipes to make this winter

      29 January 2026 19:29

      New gourmet and dance addresses are coming to Courchevel this winter: here they are

      1 November 2025 08:00

      Top 5 must-try restaurants in Flaine this winter

      24 October 2025 08:00
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      An extraordinary project: Monaco to open its first high-altitude hotel in this ski resort

      15 November 2025 08:00

      Two sumptuous hotels are about to (re)open in Courchevel: here's how to (re)discover them

      5 November 2025 08:00

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      15 October 2025 10:05

      Incredible views, sensory spa... Introducing these two new accommodations coming to La Rosière

      12 October 2025 08:00

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      10 September 2025 08:00
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      Après dix ans d’absence, le train de nuit revient en Tarentaise : Brides-les-Bains veut en profiter

      14 November 2026 13:35

      Quatre hammams, deux saunas extérieurs… Valloire inaugure un Grand Spa au coeur du village

      14 November 2026 13:34

      La Plagne: what is this huge cable car project to connect the station to the slopes as early as 2029?

      13 November 2026 17:02

      Orcières-Merlette: bowling, spa, swimming pool, karaoke… Everything you need to know about the new 10,000 m² arena

      November 13, 2026 16:03

      Swimming pool, spa, south-facing terrace… What is this new 4-star hotel that is opening its doors in Menuires this winter?

      November 12, 2026 18:55
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    British businessman Ian Osborne chose Val d'Isère to build a 2,000 m² chalet (Photo © Val d'Isère Tourisme)
    31 December 2024 12:58

    British businessman buys €60 million chalet in French resort

    Tech specialist Ian Osborne is building a 2,000 m² chalet, worth €60 million, in the Val d'Isère ski resort.

    After buying the Les Florineiges complex in Courchevel from Caisse des Dépôts for €64 million, with the intention of developing a 4-star hotel project, Ian Osborne is now putting down roots in Val d'Isère.

    Alongside Athena Advisers, the English businessman and owner of CA Brive has launched the construction of a chalet, worth an estimated €60 million.

    Chalet prices soar in Val d'Isère

    The aim is to host the world's leading tech companies. Located at the foot of the slopes, the luxury chalet known as "Maison Bellevarde" will be around 2,000 m² in size.

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    Among the most sought-after and expensive ski resorts in the AlpsVal d'Isère attracts investors every year, with prices reaching up to €40,000 per m².

    READ MORE: The Monte-Carlo Société des Bains de Mer acquires the "Palace des Neiges" in Courchevel 1850

    Prices on a par with CourchevelThis is the resort where one of the founders of Facebook, Eduardo Saverin, has bought two chalets.

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    Originaire de Nice et diplômé de l’École du Journalisme de Nice (EDJ), Romain Boisaubert suit l’actualité des Alpes-Maritimes et des territoires de montagne depuis 2014. Au fil de son parcours, il a collaboré avec plusieurs rédactions, notamment Nice-Matin, Le Figaro, Monaco-Tribune et Nice-Presse. Passionné par les Alpes et la vie des stations, il dirige Le Petit Montagnard, un média consacré à l’actualité de la montagne, été comme hiver. Depuis 2026, il est également à la tête de Menton-Presse, journal numérique indépendant dédié à l’actualité de Menton et de la Riviera française. Des sommets alpins au littoral méditerranéen, son travail privilégie les reportages de terrain, les rencontres et les histoires de ceux qui font vivre ces territoires. Attaché à une information rigoureuse et indépendante, Romain Boisaubert est signataire de la Charte de déontologie de la rédaction.

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