Too much snow in Verbier for Slopestyle event

Ride Freesport have taken the decision to reschedule this weekends Verbier Ride 12 Slopestyle Event to later in the season.

Yet more snow is forecast for Verbier this weekend and unfortunately it will make it impossible for the event to take place.  The effort, energy and time that goes into constructing a Slopestyle course is immense and there will not be enough time to re-construct the course after the new snowfall on Saturday or Sunday.

Conditions and visibility need to be perfect for an event like this to ensure safety and for the athletes to be able to show off their true ability.  45 competitors have been informed of the decision, but they are hoping to hold the event later on in the season.  Meanwhile there is plenty of fresh powder for them to enjoy!

Christmas in Verbier

The snow is falling, the ski resorts are opening,  the decorations are up and the smell of Christmas mince pies is everywhere.  Does a white Christmas by an open fire with a glass of wine sound appealing?  Why not relax this Christmas and let someone else do the cooking.  Chalet Five Roses in Verbier has just reduced it’s price for the Christmas week by 10%, saving you over 2,700CHF! The chalet is available for a 9 night stay from 18th – 27th Dec at the reduced price of 24,390CHF.  This price includes a delicious breakfast each morning, freshly baked afternoon for when you get back from a hard days skiing, and a 4 course dinner in the evenings, with pre-dinner cocktails.  But the great service does not stop there, also included in the price is your very own private ski instructor for 2 full days.  So don’t worry if you are feeling rusty on the ski’s as it is the beginning of the season, the experienced instructor will get you cruising down the mountain with style in no time.

For more information or if you would like to book this chalet please cal one of the Sales Team on +44 (0)1993 899 421.

Luxury Chamonix Chalet Available for New Year

The weather is closing in and snow is expected in the UK tomorrow!  Winter is coming and what a better way to bring in the New Year than in a private luxury chalet in the French Alps.  Chamonix is a stunning resort with the impressive Mont Blanc peak above the village centre.  New Year availability is becoming very limited, however we still have a beautiful luxury chalet available from the 30th Dec to 6th Jan in the valley of Chamonix.  Chalet Maison Village has 5 en-suite bedrooms, all of which can be either twins or doubles, and features an outdoor hot tub and cosy wood burning fire.  The chalet benefits from a lovely open plan design with large floor to ceiling windows bring the stunning views straight to you.

The chalet is available on a self catered basis and located only 3 minutes walk to the Grand Montets ski lift which give you skiing over 3000m!

If starting 2012 off in a luxury chalet with some of the world’s best skiing on your doorstep sounds appealing, then please don’t hesitate to give us a call on +44 1993 899 421 and one of the sales team will be happy to assist you.

Brand new for Winter 2011/12

There is a stunning brand new chalet just completed in Crans-Montana, Switzerland, now available for New Year bookings for small groups of 6 people.

Chalet Seven is an uber-luxury chalet finished to a very high standard with all the mod cons and features an indoor swimming pool.

The chalet is normally sold on an exclusive use basis for large groups of up to 26 guests taking 4 apartments in the chalet, but as a special offer for New Year smaller groups can booking apartments on an individual basis.

The apartments are available from the 29th December for a 7 night stay at the rate of 40,000CHF.

Please call a member of the sales team for more information on this great opportunity to stay at one of the best chalets in Europe.

More reasons to go to Crans-Montana!

Last month a German holidaymaker was hiking in the mountains of Crans-Montana along River Tieche and discovered more than just beautiful scenery. While strolling along the river, the tourist,(who wishes to remain anonymous) discovered a gold nugget weighing 128.5 grams (or 4.5 ounces).

The finder does not describe himself as a typical gold prospector: he says that he made his discovery ‘quite by chance’ and has already received confirmation that it is real. The finder has stated his intention to donate the find to a museum or an experienced collector.

Adults-only weeks available in luxury ski chalets

Are you looking for a getaway in a beautiful ski resort for you and your partner, but shy away from a luxury catered chalet stay for the fear of turning up only to find the chalet full of children?

Well worry no more, Chalet Abode – located near the very charming French village of St Martin de Belleville – has dedicated adults-only weeks available on a room-by-room booking basis. This beautifully restored chalet has a chic and sophicated feel with, exceptional service and a strong emphasis on quality cuisine.

Weeks available on an adults-only basis are 22nd Jan, 29th Jan and 5th Feb week. These weeks are also on special offer at the moment at £995 per person, down from £1,095.

Call now with your enquiry on +44 (0) 1865 398130.

Exclusive private chalet in Lech

The stunning Aurelio Clubhouse in Lech, Austria has just released their pricing and availability for next season.  This stunning 8 bedroom ski in/ski out chalet has an impressive spa area with it own private 18 metre swimming pool, steam room, sauna and a number of treatment rooms.

The chalet is located next to a five star hotel, so you also have the option for using the hotel restaurant and lounge areas to relax in. This very popular chalet is selling fast so please do not hesitate to get in contact with one of the sales team if you would like more information or to check the availability of specific dates.

Contact The Oxford Ski Company on 01865 398 130 or take a look at our website www.oxfordski.com

New chalet in Val d’Isere

We are pleased to announce a stunning new chalet in Val d’Isere to add to our portfolio.  Chalet L’hoste (sleeps 10) and is located in the heart of Val d’Isere, but still maintains a feel of exclusivity and privacy, with stunning views of the world famous Men’s Downhill race course the La Face piste.

The chalet is an impressive 350 sqm only 5 mins walk to the lift with spa facilities second to none, boasting an indoor heated swimming pool and state of the art projector screen, massage room, solarium, hamman, gym and outdoor hot tub.

This stunning chalet is still available for New Year, so why not treat yourself. Rates start at GBP 1,890 per person.

Contact a member of the chalet team on 01865 398 131 for more information.

Skiathon announced a runaway success!

• Last week’s Disability Snowsport UK’s Skiathon was a huge success!  Although no one reached the targeted runs of 666, the Oxford Ski Team came close at 498 and came 3rd overall on the day!  The donation total to date is £665, just £1 off the targeted £666, and you can still donate until the end of June, so please give generously to a great cause!

Regional station Anglia TV was there filming and even managed to get some great shots of the team.  A great day was had by all, with some very tired bodies and sore legs in the office the next day.

To connect to our Just Giving page, just follow this link.

Home, and recovered from all the excitement of the day, the team are now back at their desks and busily fielding enquiries for luxury catered ski chalets and luxury hotels, for next season (2011/12).   If you – like so many of our clients – are now thinking of your next ski trip, why not call one of the team for good availability at this early stage.  That being said, it won’t be long before the pick of the best properties start filling up, so why not get your booking in now!

We look forward to hearing from you on +44 (0) 1865 398130.

GB Team announced for 21st Winter Olympics

Yesterday 13 athletes were announced for the GB team and more are due to be announced on Friday 29th Jan making a total of approximately 50 athletes picked to represent Great Britain at the 21st Winter Olympics in Vancouver.  Yesterday 9 skiers and 4 snowboarders were named.

The 9 skiers named are Sarah Ainsworth an aerials skier and Andrew Musgrave, Andrew Young and Fiona Hughes all competing in Cross Country skiing.  Moguls skiers Ellie Koyander and Ed Drake will be joined by Alpine skiers Andy Noble, Dave Ryding and Chemmy Alcott.  Chemmy had this to say “The Olympic Winter Games are without doubt the biggest event in our sport, so it’s a massively exciting prospect for me to be going as part of Team GB, last time out, in Turin four years ago, I came 11th, but this time my aspirations are higher”.

Representing GB in snowboarding is Adam Mc Leish in parallel giant slalom, Zoe Gillings in snowboard cross and Ben Kilner and Lesley Mc Kenna in the half pipe.

To date BOA (British Olympic Association) has announced 43 athletes and once the skeleton and men’s bobsleigh events have been announced with should take the total number of athletes being sent to around 50 from 6 sports and 11 disciplines.