Back to Gressoney for the first time since 2019. Some things never change. Hotel Dufour remains as excellent as ever, but guys, come on? that pool table, please, sort it out! Check out the bar next door for friendly staff and excellent music. Resort remains a hidden gem and in a world of Covid restrictions, its' quiet pistes and lack of queues are even more of an attraction. Some new stuff to talk about. There's a 'fun slope' on the long red down from Champuloc and a basic fun park in Gressoney next to the blue run and a new short black in Alagna.

The 2 very slow twin chairs out of Gressoney still need upgrading. No progress on the plans to link to Cervinia and Zermatt via Frachey, but I think that would spoil what Champoluc, Gressoney and Alagna have to offer.

If you find yourself in Champuloc, visit Bierreria Brasserie in the town for stunning burgers and an even more stunning selection of beers.