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There are various off-the-hill options in Meribel on a white out day. Nachos in Jacks Bar, bowling in the Olympic Centre, the gym (avoid… AVOID!) But can that fulfil your non skiing gran for a week in resort? If she’s a fiend for nachos and guac, then probably. If not, there is a company that can entertain her. And you! Let me introduce Sno Escape. For all of your off-the-mountain adventure needs.

It's cold outside. New year's resolutions are probably wearing thin. This is no time for dieting - it's time for comfort, eating, and comfort eating. And wine. This dish has it all.

On Thursday I’m going to Kitzbühel for the Hahnenkamm practice session hoping to get some good pictures of top skiers in action. The race days are both busy and very rowdy, but the practice days are supposed to be fascinating and relaxed.

So last weekend I took my best camera out to have a practise taking action ski photos. It was a good plan, except at -13 degrees I hadn’t picked a good day to spend with my gloves off, trying to handle the fiddly controls of a camera.

After a mild spell that threatened the snow on lower slopes, it has now turned colder and we’ve had flurries of snow over the weekend to freshen the slopes. With the seasonal crush now behind us the slopes are not too busy when the weather is perfect, and deserted otherwise. I skied with a friend in very light snowfall at Fieberbrunn on Saturday morning and the place was deserted until half past 10.

Here are some deals from some of the bit tour operators for late March ski getaways. The snow is so great this season that spring skiing is bound to be a delicious treat. Just don't forget the sunscreen for those lazy afternoons on top of the mountain.

The news announced today that Eddie Izzard is to headline Altitude, comedy festival in Mayrhofen this year, has made us MadDogSki girls very happy. We are heading out there for the week and can't wait to see our heroes of comedy. Monsieur Izzard will be joined by the likes of John Bishop and Marcus Brigstock – we are giggling already at the sheer joy of it. Comedy, snow, Glühwein - what could be better?

Following the news that you have to add a breathalyser (or two) to your car equipment when you drive in France, here is an update. It seems that these plans have been shelved indefinitely due to the lack of knowledge of the legal limits by visitors to the country. As you can see from the list at the end the UK has the highest limit - almost double the French limit - which obviously increases the confusion. For more information see our Top 10 tips for driving to the Alps.

The lovely ladies at Fish and Pips have sent us thiese wonderful deals with you for spring skiing to share with you. There are savings of over £300 with these 'less is more' deals from Fish and Pips.