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Well developed since the late ‘60s, Alpe d’Huez has remained a largely French resort and kept some of its earlier exclusivity. It still draws a large weekend crowd, with its own altiport and Grenoble only 90mins away. Restaurants are good both on and off the mountain, and post-skiing activities are quite extensive. The ski school is good; for kids, they try to keep groups small. One of the resort’s greatest hidden assets must be Vaujany, a satellite village which has kept its rural charm, has good services (including a superb crèche) and a fast cable-car link into the main ski area.