Five ski hotels ‘off the beaten track’
Bentley’s House, Zurs
Avoid bothersome queues and enjoy some well earned tranquillity in these hideaway havens.
Chalet Rachelle, Meribel available for peak weeks
Chalet Rachelle is one of Méribel‘s finest chalets, designed and constructed to the most exacting specifications. The large south-facing sitting room with its comfy seats and large floor to ceiling windows has a TV, DVD, video and music systems. A large deck surrounds the front of the chalet with an outdoor jacuzzi commanding spectacular views, a fully stocked complimentary après-ski bar with outdoor heaters and a games and sun terrace.
Four staff run the chalet including a manager, a hostess, qualified chef and a driver providing a bespoke service of the highest level whilst retaining a home from home atmosphere. In addition, two vehicles are dedicated to the chalet as an in-resort transportation service.
Chalet Rachelle is situated in Méribel Village with access to the nearest lift just 200m away. In good snow it is possible to ski directly back to the chalet.
This stunning property is still available for 26th Dec – 2nd Jan and 2nd – 9th Jan weeks. Contact us now to make a booking.
Extra night free for Christmas week in Chalet Grace, Zermatt
Chalet Grace is a spectacular designer chalet overlooking Zermatt village and the Matterhorn. Built to a superior finish, it features double-height floor to ceiling windows on all three levels and a dramatic vaulted interior. It has numerous south-facing balconies capturing the breathtaking scenic views of the mountains. Accommodation is luxurious, spacious and light, offering five double or twin bedrooms and two single sofa beds, all en-suite.
Grace is now available for Christmas week from Sun 19th to Mon 27th December, but still priced as a seven night stay, as Boxing Day falls on what would normally be the changeover day of 26th.
If you would like to benefit from one night free in this luxury property, and have not yet booked your Christmas chalet, call us now.
This offer will be snapped up quickly, so call on +44 (0) 1865 398 130.
Looking to push yourself this ski season?
The Warren Smith Ski Academy in Verbier has introduced classes designed for those advanced skiers ready to push themselves to the next level, with an emphasis on off piste skiing including couloirs, steeps, zip line moguls and tree skiing.
The concept was borne out of a growing number of requests from clients happy to pay that little extra, for the benefit of smaller group sizes and higher standards.
There are four Supergroup weeks in Verbier available this season suitable for Level 4, 5 and 6 skiers with costs ranging from £495 for 4 people to £740 for 6 people:
11-18 December
1-8 January
26 February – 5 March
12-19 March
Looking for property in Verbier? Why not try Sagittaire – ultimate luxury in this world-famous resort.
Log on to our website, or call The Oxford Ski Company on +44 (0) 1865 398 130.
The Freeze Festival 2010
Relentless Freeze is a snow sports and music festival in London, nestled in the shadow of Battersea Power Station. Every year since it began in 2008 Freeze has welcomed the world’s very best skiers and snowboarders to compete on the specially erected 32m high, 100m long real snow ramp.
The riders throw themselves off the huge jump performing their best tricks for World ranking points, their share of the prize purse, and your viewing pleasure. Over the last two years we have seen Olympic medallists Danny Kass, Peetu Piiroinen, Scotty Lago battle it out. From the skiers Jon Olson, Tanner Hall, Russ Henshaw, Andreas Hatveit and Bobby Brown produced an intense and one of the highest scoring big air contests ever!
The event takes place over three days in late October and boasts a stellar music line up. The last two years have seen huge international acts like Cypress Hill, Orbital, Friendly Fires and Chase & Status perform phenomenal shows in the festival marquee and expect more exciting acts this year. There is also a big retail village for you to explore, loads of specially decked out après ski bars, a cinema, food stalls and loads more stuff to check out.
Relentless Freeze Festival isn’t just about the biggest bands, artists and DJ’s performing and the world’s greatest skiers and snowboarders competing. There is a retail village that could top any big ski resort town, where you’ll be able to check out the latest ski and snowboard gear. Some of the country’s best retailers will be there ready to help and explain this winter’s latest hardware tech and what’s right for you.
This is one of the main features of the event and will be host to the biggest and latest brands, retailers, snow and ski resorts, and tour operators who will be showcasing their latest lines and hot deals on the snow to the Freeze customer only.
http://www.thefreezefestival.com/ for more information.
Jet2 announce winter flights from Newcastle to Geneva
Airline Jet2.com will now be offering flights to Geneva from Newcastle and Edinburgh airports, with prices starting at £29.99 one-way, inclusive of taxes.
Flights out of Newcastle airport will be available from December 26th to January 9th and then from February 20th to March 27th.
The Edinburgh route is to fly between February 20th and March 27th.
A spokeman for Jet2 tells PlanetSki that with the growing demand for winter flights, they took the decision to increase services from the North this year to provide people in the region an even greater choice of winter holiday destinations.
BA has also added a ski route from London City to Chambery, and EasyJet have also added winter routes.
Snowjet currently offers a service to the small Swiss airport of Sion, which serves Verbier, Zermatt and other local ski areas.
For full details of the Alpine resorts served by the above mentioned airports, and to discuss properties in these resorts, contact us on our website.
The Chalet, at 11 Degrees East
The Chalet, at 11 Degrees East is Obergurgl′s first boutique chalet!
Completely renovated in time for the 2010 season. The chalet is available for exclusive hire and provides upscale living and accommodation for 8-10 people in luxurious en suite bedrooms. Situated right on the piste by the children’s ski school, the views are stunning and the chalet is right in the hub of village life, just a stone’s throw from the action. Other attractive features include a spacious living area with log fire, bar, dining room, ski room, toning zone and home cinema with a vast choice of dvds!
The Chalet is available for hire on a fully inclusive basis and offers unashamed luxury with flat screen TVs, wireless internet connection, iPod docking stations, Wii, luxury bathroom toiletries, bathrobes and slippers.
The Oxford Ski Company can be contacted via our website or on +44 (0) 1865 398130.
New luxury chalet in Verbier
Chalet Cephee is a modern 8 person chalet which is located close to the Savoleyres lift station in Verbier. The chalet can be rented on a catered or self catered basis. When rented catered, the services include a chef to prepare sumptuous meals, a host for the service and cleaning, a shared driving service to get you to / from the Savoleyres or Medran lift and a complimentary ski instructor for the Monday and Tuesday of your stay.
The chalet has just come on the to market and has availability throughout the season including Christmas, New Year, Half Term and Easter.
For full details of the chalet, please click on the following link: http://www.oxfordski.com/viewchalet.asp?chalet=cephee
For more information on this, or any of our properties, contact us at our website, or by telephone on +44 (0) 1865 398 130.
Chalet Valpierre, Val d’Isere
This is a fantastic chalet and the interior is really special; a very old building with lots of character. It is centrally located in Val d’Isere and boasts a sauna among the features.
Pricing for this property is being set at a very competitive rate, and there is currently very good availability making it an ideal option to consider for this season now!
Call us on +44 (0) 1865 398 130 or visit our website!
First Snowfall of the Season arrives in Val Thorens
The Cime de Caron, as pictured last Tuesday 17th August 2010!
We at The Oxford Ski Company are now revving up for the start of a very busy season!
For availability for properties close to Val Thorens, try our Meribel page, or call us on +44 (0) 1865 398130.
