The arrival at Le Coucou is nothing short of a fairytale. Stepping foot onto the property exceeds one’s understanding of romance and serenity — from the hotel’s “slow life” philosophy to the playful, elevated decor and warm and attentive staff — every detail has been accounted for with exquisite care. This experience was sure to be nothing short of magical.

We checked into the hotel on a clear, sunny Sunday morning, where the welcoming team whisked us away to our charming and spacious rooms.

Each of Le Coucou’s 55 rooms and 2 private chalets radiate warmth and hygge, with playful design elements (like teddy bear chairs and warm pops of color) that give a nod to the luxe alpine style of the past (Slim Aarons would feel right at home!). Each amenity is perfectly tailored for your stay as well — from the refreshing Le Coucou Méribel rosé to the plush green shearling slippers — and each element strikes a perfect balance between decadent and rustic. 

Stepping onto the private balconies, panoramic views of the French Alps and the ski runs (or pistes in French) remind you you’re on holiday. After It’s easy to see why Le Coucou has become a must-visit destination for guests from around the world.

Skiing at Le Coucou is nothing short of a dream come true. Nestled in the heart of Les 3 Vallées, the largest ski area in the world, the “ski-in, ski-out” location is an undeniable highlight. Ready to hit the slopes? You’ll be immediately greeted by Louis, manager of Le Coucou’s in-house ski shop, and whisked to a chic seating area where you’ll be perfectly fitted for boots while sipping hot cocoa or espresso. Step outside onto the snow where your skis await you on the slope so you can take off for the day. 

The experience of skiing in Meribel is unlike anything else. With every turn, every curve, you become more immersed in a white-capped dream world. 

Picturesque vistas of Mont Blanc and the surrounding Alps welcome you at every peak, and the long, groomed slopes feel like butter beneath your skis. As we traversed from mountain to mountain, we also discovered true aprés ski culture, with slopeside restaurants and bars serving everything from champagne to local french food and live entertainment. It’s not to be missed!

With our own home in Vermont, we know first-hand the negative effects that harsh winter weather can have on the skin. Whether you are hitting the slopes, cozied up by the fireplace, or taking a hot shower at the end of the day, the lack of moisture in the air can suck your skin dry.

To save our skin, we applied our Winter Power Couple religiously throughout the trip: our updated Rejuvenating Serum and our richest moisturizer Creme Riche. Layering these two powerful products protected our skin from the harsh winter climate while also keeping our complexions dewy and bright. 

With high-performance ingredients such as dual weight hyaluronic acid, and plumping avocado peptides, we felt confident hitting the slopes with these protective layers of hydration. (We’d be lying if we said we didn't take a few misting selfies with our Hydrating Floral Essence, too!)

All in all, our time spent at Le Coucou was nothing short of a fairytale. With space to take in the incomparable mountainscapes, to unwind in the warmth, and to enjoy good company, this incredible resort quickly became our new home away from home. We truly cannot wait to return to the “slow life” — and we hope that you’ll join us. Until next time, Le Coucou — je t'aime!