As a ski instructor fresh out of the season, I can say that Nendaz has something for everyone. For people who like distance, Nendaz is part of the 4 Valleys, giving you 410km of ski area, connected to its more famous Verbier as well as 5 other resorts; the largest ski area in Switzerland. Nendaz would be slightly cheaper for accommodation and have slightly smaller queues in peak weeks. Its got a good beginner area - although you have to walk down some steps, and the apres scene is daily for seasonaires and livens up in the peak weeks. If you like touring, theres loads to offer on a pow day. It does however need better connections to Siviez for beginner-intermediates as the only way out of Nendaz is a red, and the only way back is a black - or downloading the gondola.

Been skiing the 4vallees while staying in Nendaz for over 10 years. My mates and I love the town. Its not mental but its great fun. Great restaurants and bars. The ski area is vast with a great lift network. Plenty of good on and off slope skiing. The mighty Mont Fort is great. Some good yellows with Chassuoure Tortin. And you can ski down into Verbier if you have a few grand spare for a beer.