Ski Holidays

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Our favourite Ski Destinations

No matter if it’s enjoying luxury Austria ski resorts, a group ski holiday in France, a beautiful mountain hotel in Italy, a dream trip to Canada, or a short break in Switzerland, we have the perfect ski holiday for you. 

A skiing holiday is… skiing, snowboarding or sitting back and socialising, bar time, spa time, snowy adventure time and all with those ‘pinch me’ views making you feel like you are on top of the world.

Here are a selection of our favourite ski destinations…

Les Chalets du Jardin Alpin - France

TIGNES-VAL D’ISERE SKI AREA

These beautiful apartments are modern yet still cosy and traditional with the classic chalet style features.

Set in a very pretty location at the foot of the Solaise Massif and are ski-in/ski-out, which is always such a bonus. There is also a spa with sauna and a steam room to enjoy after your day on the slopes.

  • January 2023 dates available
  • From £759pp
  • Based on 6 adults sharing
  • London Flights

Hotel Gotthard - Austria

OBERGURGL

This superb, family-run hotel offers an excellent quality of both food and accommodation and has a loyal following of guests. The Köll-Scheiber family pride themselves on their high standards and attention to detail. Enjoy the magnificent views from the lounge and bar, restaurant and the excellent spa area.

  • December 2022 dates available
  • From £1,364pp
  • Based on 2 adults sharing
  • London Flights

Base Camp Apartments - Italy

CERVINIA

Base Camp offers a stylish selection of studios and apartments in Cielo Alto with fresh furnishings and modern décor. Great location for guests to enjoy Cervinia’s bars and restaurants or use the modern kitchen facilities to cook your own food. We recommend giving the pizza’s a go at the nearby restaurant.

  • January 2023 dates available
  • From £589pp
  • Based on 2 sharing
  • London Flights

Allalin Hotel - Switzerland

SAAS FEE

A traditional Swiss village, Saas Fee does alpine charm to a tee, with wood-clad houses sitting alongside small, family-run hotels. Public cars aren’t allowed in the resort, so the streets are nice and quiet too. Don’t be fooled by the laid-back vibe though – the locals still like a party. Slopeside bars fill up from around 3pm, and most places have large outdoor terraces, so you can après al fresco on sunny afternoons.

  • December 2022 dates available
  • From £1,443pp
  • Based on 2 adults sharing
  • London Flights

Sport Hotel Village - Andorra

SOLDEU

Part of the fantastic Sport Hotels Resort, and one of the best hotels in Soldeu, the Sport mixes a homely feel with mountain chic. It’s beautifully decorated throughout in a traditional alpine style, with loads of warm wood and cosy touches. When it’s time to explore the slopes, you won’t have to go far. The gondola station is in the same building as the Sport Resort, only a minute’s walk away.

  • January 2023 dates available
  • From £900pp
  • Based on 2 adults sharing
  • London Flights

Fairmont Chateau Whistler - Canada

WHISTLER

One of the most prestigious luxury hotels in the resort, best know for its excellent service. Sitting at the base of Blackcomb Mountain, step outside and you’re already on the slopes, just moments from the lift. And it’s a short walk through the trees and across a stream to the centre of the village, with all its bars, restaurants and shops. There’s also a free shuttle bus that will take you there too.

  • February 2023 dates available
  • From £1,900pp
  • Based on 2 adults sharing
  • London Flights

Choose your country

Each country has something special and different to offer. But which one is best for you? Find out a little bit about what each country is ‘best for’ and the number of resorts available to choose from.

Choose the right resort

Choose your accommodation type

When you are considering a ski holiday one of the first things you’ll be thinking about is where you will be staying. Ski holidays offer a selection of different accommodation types which suit all types of traveller. These also come with various benefits as well.

Here are some of the main types of ski accommodation…

Catered Chalets

Chalets are one of the best types of ski holiday accommodation. Often they are stand-alone buildings that look a bit like large huts and are designed in a wonderful mountain/alpine style. Chalets are great for groups and might come with 5 or 6 days catering. This means you can spend more time on the mountain, followed by relaxing, without having to worry about cooking, cleaning and all those other tasks which are nice to get away from while on holiday. Chalets are often referred to as a home from home due to the warm and cosy designs.

Pros:

  • Great for groups
  • Often decorated in a classic alpine style
  • Catering is a time saver and can also be a money saver
  • Sociable environment
  • Good for budgeting your costs

Self-Catered Chalets

Another more recent type of ski accommodation you could consider is a self-catered chalet. These offer the benefits of staying in a beautiful chalet but without the catering. This means the initial cost can be slightly less. Self-catered chalets often have to be booked as a whole for your group, ie a 6 person group in a 6 person chalet. This is nice though meaning you have the entire property to yourself.

Pros:

  • Can be cheaper than a catered chalet of the same specification and holiday date
  • Cooking facilities
  • Good for families and groups
  • Can be cosy and feel like a home from home

Apartments

Apartments are another type of ski accommodation and are often located in larger buildings such as blocks. They normally come with a lounge and kitchen as well as various bedrooms and bathrooms. In addition to the bedrooms there is often a sofa bed provided.

Ski apartments have come a long way and you’ll now find a good range, from very basic to high end and luxurious. You may even manage to find apartments located in the heart of the resort, or that offer the option of ski-in or ski-out.

Pros:

  • Good for families and groups
  • Allows you to cook your own meals which is handy if you have special dietary requirements
  • Can be a cost-saver for families and groups
  • Good range of options to suit all budgets

Hotels

Hotels can offer luxury and provide high-end experiences. The best hotels will come with swimming pools, spa facilities, saunas, restaurants and bars. The rooms will be private and can cater for smaller sized parties such as 2-4.

Pros:

  • Can be very luxurious
  • Often great wellness facilities
  • Sometimes meals are included such as bed and breakfast, half board or full board

Ski Jargon - Speak the ski language

  • Après-ski: Drinks at the end of a day on the slopes
  • Blue Run: Beginner level ski slope
  • Red run: Intermediate level ski slope
  • Black Run: Advanced level ski slope
  • Cross-country Skiing: Uses narrow skis and bindings where the heel releases. Typically cross-country skiing is done on flat ground as opposed to riding lifts to access downhill skiing
  • Magic Carpet: A conveyor-belt like surface lift. Typically found only on the beginners slopes
  • Button Lift: A ski lift with a round plastic disc at the end of a long pole. The disc is placed between the legs and gently pulls skiers and boarders up the slopes
  • Chairlift: An aerial ski lift that takes you up the mountain
  • Gondola: Enclosed lifts that fits, on average, between 4-8 passengers and is generally faster than an open chairlift
  • Equipment: Refers to your skis, snowboard, boots and ski-poles
  • Ski Carriage: Ski equipment that is checked in for a flight
  • Lift Pass: A lift pass is a ticket that allows you to use the ski lifts
  • Off-piste: Off a trail and other areas that are not marked on the piste maps
  • On-piste: The area of the mountain designated for skiers, usually marked by flags at the edges of the slopes
  • Ski-in: Accommodation that can be reached from the ski area via ski or snowboard
  • Ski-out: Accommodation from which it’s possible to ski from the door to the lifts

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