Méribel, 8 March 2017: It's not too late to spend Easter on the slopes at Méribel. Meriski (01285 648518; www.meriski.co.uk), the luxury catered chalet operator and Méribel expert, has some great prices to offer for the coming school holidays.

Plus, bargain-hunting families staying in the week of 16 April can also snap up complimentary childcare. Meriski is offering one free place per family at its dedicated crèche, the only one in resort, meaning six full days' childcare with refreshments, lunch and chalet pick-up and drop-off. Whole chalet bookings will be eligible for a complimentary private nanny. A host of other family-friendly services are available, too, including children's suppertime, and everything from bibs and books to baby-listening monitors laid on.

9 APRIL: £799 PER PERSON SPLIT BOOKING

Chalet Phoebe, sleeping up to 14 guests, is a popular Luxury choice set in a quiet spot in Mussillon, yet still an easy walk to the centre of the resort. A few rooms remain available for split bookings during the week of 9 April at £799 per person, based on two sharing, down from £920 – a saving of £121.

16 APRIL: £4,000 WHOLE CHALET FOR 10

Chalet L'Ardour, sleeping up to 10 guests plus one child, is a short walk to the boutiques of Méribel and 200 metres from the home piste. This Traditional chalet has all the hallmarks of Meriski quality, from soft linen on the beds to the outdoor hot tub. The whole chalet is available to hire for £4,000 for the week of 16 April.

16 APRIL: £5,000 WHOLE CHALET FOR 14

Chalet Le Pousse Caillou is the latest addition to the portfolio, newly renovated and refurbished for 2017 and well located for quick access to the slopes. This top-of-the-range chalet in Meriski's Prestige collection features Ligne Roset furnishings and a Sonos sound system. Sleeping 10 adults and four children, it is available for whole hire for £5,000 for the week of 16 April.

The above offers include breakfast, afternoon tea, children's tea, sparkling wine and canapés before a four-course dinner on six nights, wine, beer and soft drinks throughout the stay, exclusive concierge service, and in-resort driver service between 8am and 10pm. International travel is excluded, but private airport transfers are available from €90 return, based on eight sharing.

To book, call 01285 648518 or visit www.meriski.co.uk Follow Meriski on Twitter @meriski, on Facebook at facebook.com/meriski and on Instagram at instagram.com/meriskiluxurychalets

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Notes to editors:

Meriski, run by directors Colin Mathews and Huw Davies, has been providing accommodation in Méribel for more than 30 years. The company has a reputation for fine service and excellent food, with chalets chosen for their superb aspect and luxurious interiors and staffed by friendly and efficient hosts. Chefs are handpicked for their flair and passion for food, and all have worked in professional catering establishments.

Meriski is the only chalet operator in the resort with a dedicated crèche. It also offers a private in-chalet nanny service. Plus, there's a ski school collection for children who require lunch and afternoon childcare. Facilities in the chalets include toboggans, Bluetooth speakers, TVs and DVD players, books, music and DVD libraries, Nintendo Wiis, toys and game boxes. Internet access is free, too. A supervised high tea is served for children at about 5.30-6pm each day, allowing adults some grown-up time.

Meriski holidays are priced for chalet board accommodation only, but the team can offer advice on travel to the resort. The nearest airports are at Chambéry, Geneva and Lyon, plus train services run from St Pancras International to Moûtiers-Salins-Brides-Les-Bains. Meriski offers private airport transfers in a fleet of brand new VW Transporters, driven by its team of friendly, professional drivers. Prices from €90 per person return, based on eight sharing. Children's car seats are available on request.

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