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Why ski in Spring?
1. It’s cheaper Late season is low season, so lift passes and accommodation cost considerably less than during mid-winter. We’ve got limited availability with some great deals! Head over to the bookings page to see what takes your fancy! 2. It’s quieter. Skiing and snowboarding in late season means fewer…
Continue ReadingHow to get into snowboarding
Snowboarding can give you the best feeling in the world, but it is not for everyone. Progressing through the first few days involves a lot of falling over, so if you don’t fall well – hard as it is for me to admit – skiing might be a better option…
Continue ReadingWhat’s on in Morzine and Les Gets this week
What’s on in Morzine this week Saturday 14th February Valentine dinner in the Mont Chery Telecabine Each bubble on the Mont Chery Cable Car will be turned into your own unique dining booth! Each time you pass the top station you will be served with another course and drinks. Courses…
Continue Reading3D high resolution piste mapping has arrived
FatMap.com have released the most ingenious piste map app we’ve seen. If you haven’t heard of it yet, make sure you at least take the time to look it up in your app store, even if you don’t buy it (and we can’t think of a reason why you wouldn’t).…
Continue ReadingExperts warn of “explosive” avalanche risk
Experts are voicing their concerns as thousand of Brits prepare to descend on the Alps for their half-term ski holiday. The exceptionally icy base – caused by the poor start to the season – means the snowpack is extraordinarily unstable, with more heavy snow expected this weekend. Those heading to…
Continue ReadingSnowboard and slope slang phrases. All you need to know
OK, so you’re chatting to your fellow mountain lovers and they come out with a phrase like “Your Mrs must be an ARTIC COUGAR”… WHAT?! Well here is our comprehensive list of all you need to know… You’re welcome… “BONED OUT” used to explain the emphasis of style in a…
Continue ReadingWhat’s on in Morzine and Les Gets this week
Sunday 8th February Sunday Roast at the Rhodos. Enough said. 12:00-14:00 Monday 9th February Welcome Drinks at the Morzine Tourism Office. Start the week off in the best possible way with free drinks! 16:30 – 18:30 Welcome Drinks at the Les Gets Tourism Office. Start the week off in the…
Continue ReadingSounding stupid on the slopes… What does THAT word mean?
More than two thirds (67%) of people admit to regularly using slang words and phrases whilst having no idea what they actually mean, according to a survey of 1,000 people. ‘Biffed’, ‘shredder’ and ‘touching base’ were cited as some of the terms used by people who suffer from ‘fear of…
Continue ReadingThe best slopes for Valentines snow
Whether you’re a lover or a hater, it’s that time of year again – Valentine’s Day. And thanks to Hollywood blockbusters and numerous Christmas movies, the idea of a fleeting romance on wintery slopes is ingrained into the public psyche. Nothing is quite as romantic as a couples retreat in…
Continue ReadingAre you a bargain hunter?
Here are some of our top hints and tips for you bargain hunters looking for your next ski holiday… Have you been put off by pictures of grass-green pistes on the run up to Christmas and decided that maybe you would give your winter holiday a miss this year? Well…
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