What a brilliant start to the ski season we are seeing, with ample snowfall in virtually every ski resort. If you are still dithering as to where you want to spend your Christmas and New Year, why not book yourself an amazing last minute ski deal? There are still some left, so snap one up for you and your family or friends and take advantage of a late getaway. No pun intended, but you need to get your skates on as Christmas is only eight days away and your choice is, Val Thorens, La Plagne, Zermatt, Val d’Isere or Les Gets.
There are some great skiing and snowboarding on offer, but this time of year offers the holiday maker a touch more than that. The ski resorts go all out, to decorate the villages and create a magical winter wonderland. Even non skiers will head to these resorts to spend the festive period with friends and loved ones. Children especially are excited to play in the snow, build a snowman and you can see the delight on their faces when Father Christmas makes an appearance as he always does. Après ski is also ramped up with log fires, warm mulled wine and delicious treats to make your mouth water. Join in with carol singing then dance the night away to Christmas tunes, to get you in the mood for the big day. So, why not make this Christmas one to remember and book a Christmas holiday.
Val Thorens, France – departing on the 21st December
Enjoy one week in a delightful catered chalet in Europe’s highest ski resort. There is an indoor swimming pool and sauna where you can warm up and relax those tired muscles. Christmas dinner is laid on for you and all you have to do is enjoy every mouth full. Flights are included in the price along with transfers once in resort and depart from Manchester or Gatwick on the 21st December for one week of festive fun. All this for just £719pp if you choose to fly from Gatwick its £759pp this is a saving from the original price of £360pp
La Plagne, France – departing on the 21st December
Stay for one week that includes seven nights’ accommodation with six nights catered for in a beautiful chalet in a pretty village setting. The price also includes departures from Gatwick and transfers in resort. Ideal for families, the cost for an adult with a child is £1,299 or, for two adults and an infant the price is £1,499. If you want child care and ski packs you will need to pay a supplement.
Zermatt, Switzerland – departing on the 21st or 22nd December
Sleeping up to five people you can take advantage of staying for one week, in a self-contained ground floor apartment in a chalet. Fabulous views of the Matterhorn can be seen from the apartment and you are just a few minutes’ walk away from the gondola station. The price is for the accommodation only and will be given on enquiry.
Val d’Isere, France – departing on the 22nd December
Stay in the centre of this bustling resort in a large shared chalet, ideal for singletons or groups of friends. The chalet has ten large bedrooms, two living rooms and a bar with complimentary wine and beer. There is a music system, a TV and DVD player for your enjoyment. The price for one week’s stay includes flights, transfers in resort and chalet board from just £1,800pp amazing value for money.
Les Gets, France – departing on the 2nd January
Wash away those New Year blues with a short break of three days in a chalet that sleeps up to eight people. The price includes catered accommodation and transfers in resort, plus a three day Les Gets/Morzine lift pass. The price was £485pp and now it’s just £399pp that’s a saving of £86pp a fantastic start to 2020.