Fantastic Deals on Le Chardon, Val d’Isere

With fresh snow falling in the Alps, and the end of season set up to see some great conditions, why not take advantage of some great prices in Val d’Isere.

Chalet Le Chardon is now available for £995 per person on all the remaining off peak weeks of the season, proving fantastic value. Included in high level of service are things such as a gourmet 5 course evening meal on 6 nights, an open bar, including spirits, beers and soft drinks, an in resort 4×4 chauffeur service (8am – 2am daily), and much more.

Still time to get to Zermatt this winter season

If you have yet to book your ski holiday this winter, don’t leave it too late, as the snow has been falling in Zermatt and there is still some availability for this exclusive resort.

Last night brought a steady snowfall which has maintained the superb pistes and the off piste is filling in nicely. 20cm are predicted to fall by tomorrow morning with snow fall predicted all day Thursday, and there is still more than a metre of snow on the higher pistes.

Two of our luxury properties available in Zermatt through the March period, are Chalet Maurice, and Chalet Les Anges.

Located in the exclusive Petit Village area of Zermatt, and with arguably the best possible views of the Matterhorn, Chalet Maurice (pictured above) is one of the rare free-standing properties available to rent and is very special. With the Sunnegga lift a mere 3 minutes away and the centre of town a further 4 minutes down the road by electric taxi, it is private but also easily accessible to both the slopes and the numerous shops, bars and restaurants in town.

Les Anges (‘the Angels’), meanwhile, designed by the renowned Interior Architect Magali de Tscharner, extends to 700m2 spread over three stunning floors. This chalet features reclaimed wood throughout. It is full of light with large panoramic windows to take advantage of some spectacular views. Great care has been taken to create a warm and cosy ambience utilising the expertise of leading international lighting consultants. Its modern contemporary style with the highest quality natural fabrics is counterbalanced by the symmetry of the furniture to enhance the feeling of warmth and luxury.

Call us now on +44 (0) 1865 398130 or enquire on the website for these and other great properties still available for this winter season.

The Chalet at 11º East

This winter, where the snow has been good further east in the Alps, Obergurgl offers an excellent option when it comes to winter holidays. With fantastic views of the surrounding glaciers and many 3000m peaks, the resort is a real gem.

The Chalet at 11º East, in Obergurgl, is available for exclusive hire for 8- 10 people. The Chalet offers:

• Superb Dining and your own Bar – truly fashionable cuisine, with an emphasis on the freshest of ingredients

• Home Cinema – you can watch the rugby on a 50cm screen or select one of over 100 Blue Ray DVD’s, there must be something to suit

• Unbeatable Location – right on the slopes, but in the heart of the village

• Stunning views – peer out the window to the mountains and valley beyond

• No queues – say goodbye to the pain of the lift line

• Snow assured till end April

With 256km of immaculate alpine slopes, Obergurgl has an exceptional reputation. The skiing experience starts at 1,800m and rises to a staggering altitude of 3,082m. Thanks to this high Alpine location snow is guaranteed throughout the season, which runs right to the end of April.

Still looking for a late season break?

We still have the fantastic Chalet Infusion available for the week commencing 3rd April. Available for €18,000 which includes your lift passes and transfers!

This three story luxury chalet is built in local Savoyarde style and houses five fully ensuite bedrooms of which four have private balconies. Each is furnished in a different style and all are sumptuous comfort zones for an après-ski soak and snooze.

The chalet has fantastic facilities including a ski room with heated boot racks, a large sitting room with open log fire, plus a TV, video, digital satellite and a DVD player. Outside there is a large games and sun deck with a hot tub, bar area and pool table.

For similar properties, and more great last minute offers, visit our website, or call us on + 44 (0)1865 398130.

“Ski in” to individual rooms

Experience Sir Richard Branson’s exclusive ‘The Lodge, Verbier’…without hiring the whole chalet!

Available week commencing 9th January 2011

For those last minute enquiries, we can now offer a shorter stay of 3 nights from £1,380 per person, or 4 nights £1,930 per person.
Or if you need more time on the slopes, we have a special 7 for 6 night offer available from £2,760 per person, saving £920 per room.

WHAT’S INCLUDED IN THE RATES?

Accommodation at The Lodge as detailed
Breakfast, afternoon tea and gourmet dinner
A light lunch is served at The Lodge for those guests not eating on the mountain.
All drinks including a top quality wine list, house champagne and premium spirits
24-hour driver service within Verbier
All local taxes
A team of 13 fantastic staff

AVAILABLE ON REQUEST (NOT INCLUDED IN THE RATES)

Transfers to and from The Lodge
Spa treatments at the in-house spa
We can arrange lift passes, in-house ski and boot fitting and ski lessons with private instructors for all levels
Laundry/dry-cleaning service (some items can be laundered free of charge)
Gift purchases

A White Christmas in the Alps

With the chance of fantastic conditions it would be a shame to miss out on what will undoubtedly be a truly memorable white Christmas in the Alps… We are therefore delighted to be able to offer significant reductions on the following chalets from 19th – 26th December.

Ski Lodge Aurore, Meribel (sleeps 10) was £27,500, now £22,500

Ski Lodge Boreale, Meribel (sleeps 10+2) was £27,500 now £22,500

Elephant Blanc (pictured above), Val d’Isere (sleeps 10) was £27,500 now £22,500

Lifts are now open in Verbier

The Lodge Verbier

London to Geneva by train

Eurostar announced a multi-million pound investment in its fleet this week which could see a direct link to Geneva from the capital

Plans for a £700 million investment in the Eurostar fleet revealed on Thursday 7 October could see direct trains from London to Geneva in around five hours with the introduction of new ‘interoperable’ trains compatible across Europe’s high speed network.

The developments, which are due to begin in 2011, would give snow fans living in the South East an alternative to flying to the Swiss ski hub and additional access to resorts including Chamonix, Flaine and Courmayeur.

Eurostar, which runs Ski Train services during the winter season from London St Pancras and Ashford International to Moûtiers, Aime-la-Plagne and Bourg-St-Maurice in the French Alps, also plans to overhaul and refurbish its rolling stock.

To help plan your train journey this winter, look out for the Rail Map coming soon to the Ski Club’s online shop. The comprehensive European rail map will cost £7.95 for Ski Club members and £8.95 for non-members.

Discounts on the Eurostar Ski Train

Ski Club members can take advantage of exclusive standard and leisure select fares on the Eurostar Ski Train, which runs 16 April. Join the Club for cheaper trains to the Alps.

For full details visit The Ski Club website

Elangeni available for Christmas week

Chalet Elangeni is fantastically situated in the centre of La Tania, at the heart of the Three Valleys, with the convenience of being able to ski to and from the chalet. There are eight bedrooms, complete with heated flooring, all with en suite facilities.

For more information on this beautiful property, or to book for Christmas week (19th – 26th December 2010), call us on +44 (0) 1865 398 130.