I have just come back from Brides Les Bains with Directski, a very good company which offered a remarkably good deal for a week's skiing. I agree with the reviewers who say it is a cheap way to experience the Three Valleys ski area.

We had a self-catering apartment but ate out a few times in the town. There was not a lot of choice in restaurants but the best for a bit of buzz, friendly staff and half-decent food at a reasonable price is La Petite Auberge.

We were VERY disappointed with our set menu dinner in Les Cerisiers, which you will pass as you walk down to the village from the lift station. The bar next door is comfortable and welcoming and you can sit out on the terrace and have a drink apres-ski but I would warn people about eating in the restaurant. We complained to the manager and although he apologised, the meal was so poor, we deserved a refund.