According to the Telegraph, Chamonix in France is the best resort for advanced skiers, and that every passionate skier should visit the resort at least once in their lifetime.
Well I would have to agree! But what exactly constitutes an "advanced" skier?
This is a skill level that many people adopt after only a few weeks skiing, having grasped the rudimentary principles of carving their first turns on flat corduroy.
But what about putting carve turns in on the real McCoy - powder snow. Yes it is vastly different from flat piste, but I would add that one can still have a fantastic experience of Chamonix with only basic powder snow experience. And I have seen many novice skiers achieve this only after a few weeks skiing. So please don’t be put off by Cham' as many people are. It is a fantastic experience to ski such a magnificent resort and with a guide - regardless of experience you can have a fantastic time
I would say from intricate experience of Chamonix that if you have 8 weeks skiing and can just about link a turn or three in a foot of powder snow on a moderate descent, then you should be fairly well equipped to deal with some of the more regular off piste trails in Chamonix such as the Vallee Blanche. Of course - always take a guide which will heighten the experience and not cost a fortune, especially if there are 4 of you.
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