St Anton, Austria
Anton bar, 05446 2408, opposite Galzigbahn
This modern buzzing bar offers a variation on the usual table-dancing après-ski. DJ every afternoon. Red Bull Boot (bottle of vodka plus five Red Bulls) is a popular order.

St Christoph, Austria
Hospiz Alm, 05446 3625, at the bottom of the blue run 8(St Christoph)
Charming traditional restaurant with a lovely terrace. Ice bar après-ski from 4pm.

Tignes, France
Couloir, 04 79 06 32 64, Val Claret centre
Couloir's blend of vodka shots, fantastic cocktails and friendly atmosphere makes it the epicentre of Val Claret nightlife.

Val d'Isère, France
Victor's, 04 79 06 67 00, on the roundabout at the bottom of Rue de Pigalle
Cocktail bar offering a slightly more sophisticated introduction to Val nightlife. Try the Altitude Adjuster for a good night out.

Verbier, Switzerland
Le Farinet, 027 771 6626, in Hotel Farinet, Place Centrale
Ask anyone about après-ski in Verbier and the Farinet will be mentioned. A generous happy hour kick-starts the evening, and there are regular bands. If that sounds too upbeat for you, settle into the leather sofas in the lounge bar.