Chamonix introduces new pass fee structure

Regular lift users in Chamonix will notice a change this year as the resort introduces a new two-tier pricing structure.  The two-tier program will offer lift access up to 2800 metres or the all-inclusive pass including the Chamonix Valley and Courmayeur in Italy. Continue reading ‘Chamonix introduces two-tier pricing ticket scheme’

Serre Chevalier is kicking off the season earlier than usual this year.

Two French ski resorts in the Southern Alps have announced they plan on December 3rd, a full week earlier than was originally planned. Serre Chevalier and the Monêtier les Bains,  say that if current weather conditions continue, then more skiable terrain will be ready by the time they crank up the lifts.  Continue reading ‘French ski resorts off to an early start’

Gravity ski school sets up shop in Europe.

The new Gravity Ski School will offers coaching and off-piste skiing adventures in and around the Chamonix Valley this winter. Their approach is bespoke, tailoring lessons and coaching around specific style and technical needs. Effective sessions and lots of skiing! Continue reading ‘New British ski school in Chamonix’

Rail packages are making the French Alps again.

Mountain Heaven (www.mountainheaven.co.uk) working in conjunction with snowcarbon have  launched all inclusive deals to go skiing by train from the UK from £349 per person to Les Sept Laux  including rail from London to Grenoble, a great on piste chalet apartment and the lift pass for all Saturday dates in January. Alternatively La Plagne is only £449 per person for the same deal with the train to Aime La Plagne, accommodation and the lift pass. Continue reading ‘Discounted rail packages make the French Alps attractive’

Avoriaz is establishing a musical cultural program this coming winter.

The French resort of Avoriaz has announced a full schedule of musical events this winter from the start of the season in early December right through to Spring. Continue reading ‘Avoriaz to stage musical events throughout season’

The European Film Festival makes its way back to Les Arcs this coming winter.

After hosting a very successful Film Festival last year, the French Alps resort of Les Arcs (www.lesarcs.com) within Paradiski, will host for the second year running the European Film Festival from 11 – 18 December 2010.  This International event is designed to celebrate and promote European cinema with directors competing for the coveted ‘Crystal Arrow’ award. Continue reading ‘European Film Festival makes a return visit to Les Arcs’

Jet set travelers can benefit from complimentary helicopter transfers from the Geneva airport to Courchevel this Christmas.

Guests booking Kaluma’s (www.kalumatravel.co.uk) chalet, Maisonnée A, in Courchevel 1850 over the Christmas week (19th-26th December 2010) will be transported to resort in style and luxury with a complimentary helicopter transfer from Geneva Airport. Continue reading ‘Luxury chalet rental outfit to heli-ski transfers from Geneva to Courchevel’