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• When in St. Anton....

  Thursday February 21, 2013 by Sarah Kitching

  

  Having worked in St. Anton for two winters and lived there for a summer too, this traditional Tyrolean resort has become my second home. I have just booked my flight back to this wonderful place and am now counting down the days.

  Here are my four top tips when visiting St. Anton...

  1. St Anton is world famous for its après ski, and for good reason, it is like nothing you have experienced before. When in St Anton you need to make sure you experience a couple of Jager bombs at both the Mooserwirt and Krazy Kangaroos; table dancing in ski boots is guranteed! If however you want to experience some more 'chilled' acoustic music in quirky surroundings then try the Underground.

  2. For something more civilised, lunch on the sun drenched terrace at the famous Hospiz Alm in St Christoph is a must. The food is traditional and delicious. There is also a novel way of getting down to the bathrooms; once you have experienced it, you will never understand why other mountain restaurants don't have it!

  3. The Wellness Centre in the centre of St Anton, where there are indoor and outdoor swimming pools, jacuzzis which are truly beautiful and relaxing after a long day on the hill. If you are more of a risk taker, try the traditional sauna, swimwear  and towels are not permitted!

  4. Finally, if off piste is what you came for then try Piste to Powder, their off piste guides are be best in resort, and know where all the freshest and untouched powder is!

  I hope this has tickled your taste buds a little for this astonishing resort. Take a look at our fabulous luxury ski chalets in St. Anton and our luxury hotels St. Anton.

  I would love to chat through some ideas with you for your next skiing holiday, so please give us a call and ask for Sarah. Call +44 1993 899 420. 

• La Folie Douce / Fruitiere - Meribel

  Tuesday January 29, 2013 by Harriet Tetlow

  

  If you've been to Val d'Isere then you will know La Folie Douce. It's impossible to miss as you near the crest of the hill before dropping into La Daille, when the bass echo's around the mountains and the voice of Mr Kelly Starlight reverberates from piste to piste. If you've skied past around lunchtime then the lure of La Fruitiere may have been too much for you - in which case you will have had the pleasure of sampling one of the top menu's on the mountain at this stunning restaurant. If your lunch became one of those extended lazy lunches where re-tightening your boots was just too much to bare, then you will have also experienced the party starting at La Folie Douce - the saxophone will have sounded, the Cabaret will have begun and the music will have got louder and louder and you will have not been able to resist tapping your heavy ski boot - laiden feet, before jumping on the table and letting go completely! This is how to do après.

  After opening in Val d'Isere in 2007, the second Folie was unleashed in Val Thorens two years later and now a third has been born in Meribel for this season. The latest addition to the Folie family is, I have to say, spectacular. With panoramic views from every angle you cannot fail to feel on top of the world, literally. The Fruitiere restaurant serves up the most delectable lunch with a fantastic menu on offer and the Rose is also very drinkable, especially when the sun is out and the legs are aching. The atmosphere here is just superb - it doesn't matter if the sun is out or not either. Fog and snow do not dampen any spirits here. If you are staying in Courchevel or Meribel, a lunch stop at the Fruitiere has to become part of your plan, as does a dance on the table when the party gets going next door. You won't be able to resist anyway! We give the new Meribel Folie Douce and Fruitiere a massive ten out of ten - ten for après, ten for lunch. Full marks all round!

  For more information about luxury ski chalets in Meribel and luxury ski hotels in Courchevel please give our team a call on +44 1993 899 420.

• Jump the queues fly by private jet

  Monday December 17, 2012 by Laura Willing

  

  The Oxford Ski Company has partnered with Victor providing you with the best jet charter rates and for the very first time,  offering bookings on a private jet on a per seat basis at equivalent to business class fares.  Travelling by private jet will get you on the slopes faster with flights into smaller airports that are closer to the resorts. So skip all the hassle of commercial flying and enjoy more time in the mountains at the very best prices available.

  Victor is the world's first marketplace for private jet charter and per-seat bookings and in conjunction with The Oxford Ski company, we can now fly you out to the best luxury ski chalets and hotels in the world.

  We will arrange your jet charter at the most competitive price and if you choose, Victor will sell any spare seats on either your outbound or returning flight to other Victor members - off-setting your charter price. Alternatively, we can source seats available on another members flight for you or you can group together to take advantage of all the benefits of private jet travel with your friends.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      

  Example prices:

  London - Geneva return from £1,650 per person for a party of 8.

  London - Sion return from £1,675 per person for a party of 8.

  London - Zurich return from £2,066 per person for a party of 6

  For more information see http://www.flyvictor.com/Ski_Smarter#.UMi4WuRg-8A

• Keep Warm this Winter with Self Heating Ski Wear

  Tuesday December 4, 2012 by Laura Willing

  

  Woohoo - skiing in a bikini! We love Bruno Bernard's retro image of this carefree 1960s skier. These days the swimwear-on-skis look is more 'Borat' than 'Ursula Andress' though - you're more likely to see daredevil skiers sporting mankinis and fluorescent g-strings. Some people will do anything for a tan and we've all seen it all (especially in Austria) -it's just not as glamorous as it used to be! 

  And we hate to be the 'fun police' but what happens if you're suddenly caught in a blizzard? You could get a bit chilly…

  Well not anymore! Fun loving skiing fashionistas/exhibitionists can still sun themselves safely on the slopes  with the help of these gadgets to combat the cold -

  The Columbia Electro Amp Jacket - Wrap up warm with the help of battery charged, Omni-Heat electric technology. This jacket offers instant relief from the second you first feel a chill, at the push of a button.

  Wonder Warmers - Carry these with you when you go skiing and slip them inside your gloves when your hands freeze up. These little gel packs rely on a chemical reaction that produces soothing heat instantly. Available in different sizes and reusable!

  ThermaCELL Heated Insoles - These wireless, rechargeable,  remote controlled insoles keep your feet toasty warm and maintain a steady temperature allowing you to trudge around in the snow without your toes going numb.

  Heated Underwear from WarmX - From tights to undershirts, WarmX has produced a range of heated underwear for men and women that can be switched on and off when needed to ensure you're always a comfortable temperature.

  Maplin Self Heating Waistcoat - This stylish waistcoat heats up to 40˚C in 5 minutes and has a zip that doubles as a compass. Batteries are not included but it's a bargain at just £12.99!

  So go on, be brave, don your most fashionable swimwear and hit the slopes!

  Image: vintageski.tumblr.com

• Stunning December Deals

  Monday December 3, 2012 by George Webb

  

  Our partners in the Alps have been sending us some great images following heavy snowfalls over the weekend. With a great base laid down already and more snow on the way this week, there has never been a better time to book a last minute ski holiday! We have options for all budgets but to get in the mood have a look at these outstanding luxury properties:

  Chalet Montana, Val d'Isere - a stunning 'ski in, ski out' chalet with indoor swimming pool was £1,385 per person now £833 per person (12^th - 19^th December)

  Chalet Lhotse, Val d'Isere  - one of our favourite chalets anywhere with indoor swimming pool, outdoor hot tub and faultless service. Was £1,675 per person now GBP £1,000 per person (12^th - 19^th December)

  Chalet Grande Corniche, Les Gets - an unbeatable option for a family Christmas in the Alps. This chalet simply has it all from outdoor hot tub and sauna to pool table, grand piano and of course the indoor slide. Was £2,576 per person,  now £1,667 per person.

  Let us arrange your best ski holiday ever: call us today on +44 1993 899 421

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