If time is at a premium, make the most of it by tagging on a couple more days for a long weekend of non-stop ski and après-ski action in the playground of Tignes and Val d'Isère. Snow conditions in April can be better than in February or March, often with powder or glorious spring snow off piste.While not included in the brochure price, mountain guides can be booked for those who want to invest a little more and enjoy skiing way off the beaten track.The leaders will get you motoring on the empty pistes and take you into easilyaccessed off piste. Ski hard from the first lift, have a late lunch and take it easy in the afternoon when the ski conditions get a bit slushy on the lower slopes. In the evenings, enjoy a well-deserved drink in one of the many local bars. Stay at the 3* Hotel Le Lévanna in Tignes le Lac with its sunny terrace, cosy bar and appetising dinners.A great way to end the season.