Category Archives: Skiing – Portes du Soleil

The Architecture of Avoriaz

Today’s post is all about the architecture of Avoriaz, a purpose-built ski resort in the heart of the Portes du Soleil ski area. It sits high above Morzine on a shelving plateau just set back above a steep cliff. Some … Continue reading

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The Portes du Soleil ski area

Today’s images are from my recent ski trip to Morzine, one of the gateways to the vast Portes du Soleil ski area. See previous post for a bit of background – ‘An Alien Concept‘. The Portes du Soleil encompasses thirteen … Continue reading

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An alien concept

Got back to the UK last night after a few days skiing with my son in the Portes du Soleil ski area of the French Alps. A brief post today while I gather my wits and sort myself out. Two … Continue reading

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