SkiKings - May Mailer 2017

May 2017

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Why choose SkiKings We have over 10 years’ experience in finding ski holidays for people just like you.

You deal with a dedicated Ski Expert, a real ski specialist with in-depth knowledge of the destinations we sell.

We work with all of the major ski holiday operators and will work tirelessly to find you the best possible deal.

You get personal service, as well as friendly unbiased advice.

You’ll enjoy peace of mind.

All of our holidays are fully ABTA & ATOL protected.

Over 50% of our customers book with us every year.

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Terms and Conditions apply to all offers. Speak to your ski expert for full details. Hotel ratings shown are each individual tour operators own rating, and are intended as a guide for comparison purposes only.

Welcome

The countdown to next season has begun.

As this year’s ski season draws to an end, it’s the perfect time to start planning your next trip with SkiKings. Whether you are travelling with your family, friends or as a couple, next season’s range of ski holidays look likely to be our best yet.

Book now, and you will find some great early booking offers including FREE room upgrades, FREE Ski Carriage and GREAT lift pass deals. Best of all, you can save up to £800 on your holiday.

SkiKings have been sending customers on fantastic ski and snowboarding holidays to Europe and beyond for more than 30 years. Our team are all keen skiers themselves and they have already explored many of the resorts we sell. So, they can answer your questions with facts, not guesses.

SkiKings – great deals, great offers and great savings.

Happy Skiing!

Julie Phimister SkiKings PS: We couldn’t fit all the deals we have available for next year in to this brochure, so if you don’t see exactly what you are looking for, call us and we’ll help you find your perfect ski holiday.

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• GREAT lift pass deals

Every holiday you book with us is financially protected. What we’ve included in this brochure is just a very small selection of the huge range of ski deals we have available.

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Canada

FA S T + NTA AF SU S F PE TI PI R C H CK SN O O TE W L

It may be a longer way to go for your snow, but it’s worth it!

Canada is now one of the world’s top ski holiday destinations, with excellent snow conditions, spacious pistes, perfectly groomed runs and superb powder. We feature a few of our most popular resorts & hotels here, prices include transfers, accommodation and lift pass. Flight prices available on request.

Four Season Hotel, Whistler This hotel is as close to perfection as you can get, the service is flawless and the staff go above and beyond in making sure you have the best stay possible. The slopes are only 200m away but in true Four Seasons style, not only is there a shuttle if you don’t want to walk, there’s even a ski-in/ ski-out concierge at the base of the slopes.

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£1069pp £1499pp Delta Whistler Village Suites, Whistler The Delta Whistler Village Suites are in an ideal location in a quiet spot right by the heart of the village centre. They are within easy walking distance from the base of Whistler Mountain, where the two gondolas are and Whistler ski school meets. The hotel’s free health club has a sauna, heated outdoor pool and with 3 hot tubs, you never have to wait for space to rest your legs after a day on the slopes.

7 nights from

£699pp

10 nights from

£979pp

Coast Blackcomb Suites, Whistler No Whistler property has better ski-in/ski-out access than the Coast Blackcomb Suites – right on the side of Blackcomb Mountain you pop your skis on and off you go. Even the pool and hot tubs are slope side.

The only downside to being up a mountain is that you’re a little further from Whistler Village, but is easy to get to on the free and regular shuttle bus which runs until 1am.

7 nights from

£659pp 4

10 nights from

£879pp

PRICES INCLUDE HOTEL, TRANSFERS AND LIFT PASSES

Brewsters Mountain Lodge, Banff As soon as you walk into the lobby at the Brewster Mountain Lodge, you get a real feel for the character. You are met by a roaring fireplace and handmade log furniture which features throughout the lodge.

The incredibly friendly staff will look after you superbly and each of the rooms has real western Canadian flair.

7 nights from

£539pp

10 nights from

£719pp

Banff Caribou Lodge, Banff The Caribou Lodge just oozes with Canadian charm and character.

This is a very high standard, luxury hotel but the friendly staff make you feel immediately at home. Every aspect of this hotel is ideal, from The Keg Restaurant, a well-known Canadian steakhouse, to the huge hot tub and completely relaxing Red Earth spa.

7 nights from

£539pp

10 nights from

£629pp

Rimrock Hotel & Spa, Banff TripAdvisor rates this as the best hotel in Banff and it literally does look down on all other hotels, perched looking over the Bow Valley and Banff Town – some of the views from this hotel are incredible. But it’s not all about the views. There’s an excellent spa with pool, huge hot tub and sauna, as well as a massive range of massages to choose from.

7 nights from

£779pp

10 nights from

£1059pp

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Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise The Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise was built on the shores of the lake in 1890. It’s a luxury hotel with lots of history and charm and the views surrounding the hotel are breath-taking. Much of the hotel overlooks the lake, so whether you are tucking into the restaurant’s excellent cuisine, enjoying a cocktail in the lounge or relaxing in your lake view bedroom, you can’t help but be impressed.

7 nights from

£795pp

10 nights from

£1029pp

Sawridge Inn, Jasper This elegant hotel offers a high standard of accommodation and service.

Built around a sky lit atrium, you can relax amid exotic tropical plants or enjoy the many hotel facilities that will suit skiers or those who just want to relax.

7 nights from

£539pp

10 nights from

£729pp

Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge Possibly our favourite hotel in all of Canada, The Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge is a really special place. You’re outside of Jasper Town here, in a secluded spot - the hotel is set around the lake with many rooms located in the cabins that dot the shore. Often there are deer wandering around the property and elk or even moose can be spotted nearby if you’re lucky.

7 nights from

£749pp 6

10 nights from

£929pp

PRICES INCLUDE HOTEL, TRANSFERS AND LIFT PASSES

Ermitage Du Lac, Tremblant This sophisticated boutique hotel, just a short walk to the restaurants and shops, offers excellent home comfort and perfect accommodation for families and couples alike who are looking for that little extra.

The hotel overlooks the frozen Lac Miroir.

7 nights from

£549pp

10 nights from

£719pp

Le Westin, Tremblant Lots of Tremblant hotels have a good location, but its tough to beat the Westin. The modern lobby, with comfy sofas and a huge roaring fire is sure to impress when you step through the door. The rest of the facilities are fantastic too.

7 nights from

£559pp

10 nights from

£799pp

Holiday Inn Express, Tremblant The Holiday Inn Express & Suites has an excellent central location in the heart of the village, surrounded by shops and restaurants, and just a couple of minutes downhill walk to the village cabriolet lift - a fun and scenic way to get to the slopes in the morning. The hotel is well-priced, which makes it ideal for families and couples who want to make the most of their budget in this beautiful ski resort.

7 nights from

£519pp

10 nights from

£679pp

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USA A skiing or snowboarding holiday to the USA is everything you have dreamed of and more. Compared to Europe the pistes are practically empty and always perfectly groomed, and with snowfall in the Western resorts averaging between 300 and 500 inches, there will never be a shortage of snow! We feature a few of our most popular resorts & hotels here, prices include transfers, accommodation and lift pass. Flight prices available on request.

Molly Gibson Lodge, Aspen The Molly Gibson Hotel is ideally located on Main Street, within walking distance to the shopping and restaurants in Aspen’s centre. Ski lifts for Aspen Mountain are under 10mins walk and the ski shuttle bus stop for the other 3 resorts is just yards away. It offers superb accommodation with rooms that are stylishly decorated to a very high standard.

7 nights from

£687pp

10 nights from

£1059pp

Aspen Meadows Resort, Aspen A unique retreat style property in the historic West End of Aspen.

The suites are modern and extremely spacious and the facilities are perfect for a ski holiday - outdoor hot tub and swimming pool, on site bar, restaurant and even room service. This property is amazing value with fantastic views of the Aspen ski areas.

7 nights from

£775pp

10 nights from

£1114pp

Limelight Hotel, Aspen The Limelight Hotel is perfectly located in the centre of Aspen Town just a few minutes’ walk to the Silver Queen gondola, and runs its own private shuttle service to the Snowmass, Highlands and Buttermilk ski resorts.

This luxury hotel offers incredible service and beautiful rooms.

7 nights from

£1259pp 8

10 nights from

£1490pp

PRICES INCLUDE HOTEL, TRANSFERS AND LIFT PASSES

Tivoli Lodge, Vail The Tivoli Lodge is Vail’s ideal hotel for those wanting the perfect balance between luxury and comfort. On stepping inside, you’re met by light, spacious rooms with large windows looking out to the Colorado mountains or the buzzing Vail village. Modern furnishings decorate the interior, alongside modern technology such as iPod docks and flat screen TV’s.

7 nights from

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£1314pp

10 nights from

£1785pp

Evergreen Lodge, Vail The Evergreen is one of the last good value hotels within Vail Village, and because of that it is incredibly popular with skiers who don’t need 5-star luxury but want a quality hotel in a good position. The Evergreen doesn’t disappoint, there is a good sports bar and restaurant, and it has a pool, hot tub and sauna – what more could you want?

7 nights from

£1036pp

10 nights from

£1249pp

Vail Racquet Club, Vail A unique retreat in the Colorado mountains, set in 20 acres of land in East Vail, with stunning scenery everywhere you look. A 20-minute shuttle bus ride takes you straight to Vail Village, so you can spend your days skiing the slopes and exploring the bustling town, and then return to a peaceful home-from-home.

7 nights from

£1052pp

10 nights from

£1452pp

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Hotel Park City, Park City Hotel Park City invites you to discover a destination where contemporary luxury goes hand in hand with the alpine warmth and charm of an old world ski lodge, this AAA Four Diamond resort has proudly been rated a “Top Ski Hotel” by Conde Nast Traveler. Each of the suites features a cozy fireplace, King-size beds, jetted tubs and a private balcony or patio.

7 nights from

£1493pp

10 nights from

£2198pp

Best Western Landmark, Park City Considering the high standard of the rooms, hearty breakfast and good facilities including a pool and hot tubs, the Best Western is superb value.

Ideal for those who want some of the world’s best skiing at a low price.

7 nights from

£889pp

10 nights from

£1029pp

Hotel Zermatt, Park City Set in the magnificent Utah Rockies. Hotel Zermatt blends architectural style reflecting its local swiss heritage with the finest traditions of the American west. This inspiring 4 Star adventure resort and spa is a remarkable one-of-a-kind, all seasons, best-of-all-worlds destination - a mecca for the greatest snow on earth.

7 nights from

£1061pp 10

10 nights from

£1299pp

PRICES INCLUDE HOTEL, TRANSFERS AND LIFT PASSES

Teton Mountain Lodge, Jackson Hole Located slope side to Jackson Hole Resort, the Teton Mountain Lodge and Spa offers deluxe accommodations in Teton Village, 12 miles from the town of Jackson. Teton Mountain Lodge & Spa includes a new 16,000 square foot luxury spa, Solitude Spa, complete with indoor and outdoor swimming pools and 5 separate hot tubs.

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£1255pp

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£1695pp

The Wort Hotel, Jackson Hole Since opening in 1941, The Wort Hotel has exemplified historic charm while providing luxury amenities and services making it Jackson Hole’s finest boutique hotel. The Wort, a non-smoking hotel, features 55 majestic guest rooms, including five sophisticated Western Theme Suites. All guest rooms combine the heritage and intimacy of a world-class western lodge, and the exceptional service of a grand hotel.

7 nights from

£889pp

10 nights from

£1172pp

Rustic Inn Creekside Resort & Spa, Jackson Hole The Rustic Inn Creekside Resort & Spa is ideally located within walking distance of Jackson’s historic Town Square and a short scenic drive to both Grand Teton and Yellowstone National Parks. The Inn offers historic lodging accommodations & luxury log cabins.

7 nights from

£772pp

10 nights from

£1099pp

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Austria

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Experience Austria’s welcoming people, world-class skiing and legendary après ski just once and you’ll be hard pushed to want to go anywhere else for a skiing holiday. Pretty mountain villages and traditional family owned hotels are just a couple of the things that make skiing in Austria such a memorable experience. With it’s steep pistes and awesome après ski, Austria has something for everyone.

Chalet Hotel St Christoph, St Christoph If you are looking for the confidence of a high altitude, snow-sure resort, on one of the world’s Top Ten ski areas, with the convenience of skiing to and from your own ski room door, then you have come to the right place. And if you want all those plus-points combined with outstanding value for money, great food, drinks included and the warmest and friendliest of welcomes, then look no further – the Chalet Hotel St. Christoph is for you!

7 nights from

£794pp

Catered Chalet

Chalet Hotel Abendort, Ischgl The Chalet Abendrot has it all, from a modern and stylish interior to a location that is hard to better anywhere in the Alps, all combined with a warm and professional welcome from our Abendrot hotel team. At the end of the ski day a cruisy red run, imaginatively named No 1, brings you to within 50m of the chalet Abendrot.

7 nights from

£964pp

Catered Chalet

Hotel Val Sinestra, Ishgl The charming and traditional Val Sinestra is ideal for guests who prefer a small hotel with a homely and personal atmosphere. In an elevated position just below the piste from where good skiers can take a track back to the hotel. 150m from the hotel there is a lift down to the moving walkway which connects with the Fimbabahn gondola.

7 nights from

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£784pp

Bed & Breakfast

PRICES INCLUDE FLIGHTS, HOTEL AND TRANSFERS

Hotel Nasserinerhof, St Anton Dating back to the 17th century, the traditional Nassereinerhof is run by the friendly Cordin family and has been extensively added to and modernised over the years. The hotel has an indoor pool with panoramic views and a refurbished leisure area with a new sauna. The hotel still retains some typically Austrian original features, including the woodpanelled farmer’s stube and the vaulted cellar area.

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7 nights from

£924pp

Half Board

Chalet Hotel Elisabeth, Kuhtai The ultimate in skiing convenience with an unbeatable ski-in/ski-out, snow-sure location, just 40 minutes from Innsbruck.The short transfer, coupled with being right on the piste with the main ski lifts close by, mean you really can maximise your time on the slopes at the Elisabeth.

This popular Chalet Hotel has a welcoming lounge to relax in after skiing and a wonderful panoramic sun terrace.

7 nights from

£548pp

Catered Chalet

Hotel Fischerwirt, Zell am See Ideally located on the edge of the central pedestrian area of Zell am See’s medieval old town and only a short walk from the City Xpress gondola, the traditional Fischerwirt offers a home-from-home atmosphere and friendly personal service. Guests can use the modern leisure area at the interconnected Romantik-Hotel (pay locally) or use the hotel’s own small leisure area.

7 nights from

£684pp

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Half Board

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France

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With more options for skiers and snowboarders than any other country in the world, France is an excellent place to start looking for your next ski holiday. Our most popular resorts include Tignes, Val d’Isere, Meribel, Les Deux Alpes and Val Thorens.

Easy transport, huge ski areas combined with reliable snow conditions creates the perfect formula for a great ski holiday.

Chalet Hotel Champs Avalins, Val d’Isere In common with the rest of Val d’Isère’s La Daille area, the hotel might not win any awards for the cutest or prettiest exterior in the Alps, but as with all properties, it is the location that really counts! And that’s where the Champs Avalins really scores. You can ski back to within just 50m of the hotel, and each morning you have a choice of lifts right on hand to whisk you up the mountain.

7 nights from

£544pp

Catered Chalet

Hotel Les Cinq Freres, Val d’Isere We are delighted to offer this new hotel in the very heart of Val d’Isère. The hotel comprises a renovated main building with restaurant and all facilities and annexe (opposite and not renovated - 2 star). Formerly the Hotel Bellevue, one of the first hotels in Val d’Isère, the hotel has been re-built by its owners, the Mattis family and re-named after the five brothers. The main building is furnished in a modern mountain style to a very high standard.

7 nights from

£934pp

Half Board

Hotel Edelweiss, Courchevel This great value, family-run hotel provides a convenient base for sampling the resort’s restaurants, amenities and après ski. The Edelweiss offers comfortable accommodation in the homely, cosy atmosphere of the hotel with its attractive alpine decor in the bar and lounge. Expect a warm, genuine welcome from Bruno and his team.

7 nights from

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£684pp

Bed & Breakfast

PRICES INCLUDE FLIGHTS, HOTEL AND TRANSFERS

Hotel les Melezes MMV, Les Arc Les Mélèzes boasts a central location close to the pistes, exceptional views of Mont-Blanc, and a wide range of services and facilities including a sauna and steam room and children’s entertainment.

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7 nights from

£744pp

Full Board

Xtra Chalet Le Dome, Tignes Le Dôme is a comfortable and excellent value Chalet Hotel, ideally located in the picturesque village of Tignes 1850. Access to the skiing couldn’t be easier, as the main high-speed Boisses 8-person gondola takes you straight to a choice of chairlifts - one up to the Aiguille Percée, and the other to the top of the Chaudannes slopes above Tignes Le Lac.

7 nights from

£565pp

Catered Chalet

Hotel Vancouver, La Plagne This stylish hotel is located right on the piste in Plagne Soleil so you can get on the slopes early. There is a welcoming lounge area with a fireplace as well excellent leisure facilities including a pool. The hotel is decorated using local wood and stone creating a very relaxing, cosy atmosphere.

7 nights from

£804pp

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Half Board

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Italy A skiing holiday to Italy has it all – incredible and relatively uncrowned ski area, good value accommodation, fantastic food and drink, a relaxed and laid back feel and some of the best après ski in Europe. Italy’s high altitude ski resorts offer a combination of great conditions, excellent value and a stylish atmosphere.

All in all a perfect destination for your next ski holiday.

Hotel Serenella, Cervinia This small, family-run hotel is in the centre of Cervinia. It occupies the first floor of a larger building in the centre of Cervina .The hotel provides good accommodation good food and facilities perfect for the budget conscious skier. Centrally located the ski school meeting place and the new Cretaz lifts are 1 minute’s walk (100m) away.

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7 nights from

£624pp

Half Board

Hotel Hermitage, Sauze d’Oulx In a perfect ski-in/ski-out out location and just 2 minutes’ walk from the village centre, the Hermitage is well known in Sauze as a popular après-ski stop with its spacious panoramic sun terrace overlooking the slopes on the main ski run back to the village. This family run hotel has a welcoming atmosphere, with beautiful mountain views and a reputation for serving good hearty Italian food.

7 nights from

£614pp

Half Board

Hotel Christiania, La Villa Enjoying one of the best locations in the valley, the Christiania offers high levels of service in an inviting setting. With comfortable and stylish bars/ lounge that are perfect for relaxing and taking in the stunning scenery of the Dolomites. The extensive wellness area boasts 3 saunas, steam room, sensory showers, kneipp, gym and indoor pool with panoramic views.

7 nights from

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£1354pp

Half Board

PRICES INCLUDE FLIGHTS, HOTEL AND TRANSFERS

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Chalet Hotel De Champoluc, Champoluc Ask any hotelier the three most important things about their hotel and their answer will always be “Location, Location, Location!” And you really could not ask for a better spot than that offered by the Chalet Hotel de Champoluc. It’s set at the skiers’ end of the village centre, in a perfect, virtually ski-in/ski-out location at the foot of the home-run piste, and right next door to the main Crest gondola and ski-hire shop.

7 nights from

£711pp

Catered Chalet

Hotel Pralong, Selva The Pralong has been a favourite for many years thanks to the Denicolo family who provide a high standard of service and cuisine as well as a family atmosphere where you can quickly feel at home. This elegant and comfortable hotel has a reputation for good food and great accommodation. Just 2 minutes’ walk to the Ciampinoi chairlift, providing easy access to the Sella Ronda circuit.

7 nights from

£844pp

Half Board

Chalet Hotel Parc Victoria, Cortina The Chalet Hotel Parc Victoria is one of the most iconic hotels of Cortina and has been since 1892 when the original ‘Villa Vittoria’ was transformed into one of the resort’s first hotels. This elegant hotel is located in the centre of Cortina and holds the most sought after address, No. 1 Corso Italia, which is the main pedestrianised street that runs through the centre of the town, where people go to see and be seen!

7 nights from

£555pp

Catered Chalet

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Switzerland Switzerland is situated right in the middle of the Alpes and is home to some of the world’s most iconic mountains. Choose from the world famous resorts of Verbier and Zermatt with their extensive ski areas to the quieter resorts of Wengen and Saas Fee. If you are after high altitude skiing coupled with immaculate service, then a ski holiday to Switzerland is perfect for you.

Hotel Europa, Saas-Fee The Europa hotels are centrally located with just a 2-minute walk to the village centre. A 10 minutes’ walk away from the ski lifts, the hotel offers a free shuttle service to and from the slopes. An underground walkway connects the hotel to the 2* sister hotel and also gives access to the hotels wellness centre.

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7 nights from

£743pp

Half Board

Hotel Jungfrau Lodge, Grindelward A small, unpretentious hotel, the Jungfrau Lodge offers good value, simple accommodation and a friendly atmosphere. Most of our rooms are southfacing enjoying lovely views of the Eiger and surrounding mountains.

7 nights from

£664pp

Half Board

Hotel Rhodania, Zermatt The Hotel Rhodania is a small, family-run hotel offering simple accommodation in a convenient location for the lifts and resort amenities.

Situated in the pretty ‘Steinmatten’ area of Zermatt, the Matterhorn Glacier Paradise lift is 5 minutes’ walk away, whilst the Sunnegga and Gornergrat areas can be reached within minutes on the free ski bus which stops 3 minutes’ walk away.

7 nights from

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£714pp

Bed & Breakfast

PRICES INCLUDE FLIGHTS, HOTEL AND TRANSFERS

Group Discounts Ski holidays were simply made for groups! Fun and camaraderie on the piste and enjoying an après-ski drink or two, lively chatter over dinner, shared photos and memories to take home – skiing offers all the perfect ingredients for a really great group holiday.

“Why should I get a group together?” We hear you ask - well, we offer many benefits for groups, with superb group discounts

Group Benefits FREE Lift Passes for group leaders! Available

in most European resorts on groups of 15 guests or more, when all group members pre-book their liftpass with us.

FREE Name Changes Up to 4 weeks before your departure date on all our charter flights.

Free Lift-Pass delivery All pre-booked lift passes will be delivered to you on the transfer coach or on arrival in resort.

Group Dining We can reserve group seating for you on selected catered or half board holidays, to allow your group to dine together each evening.

Flexible Flying Fly from a choice of 25 UK airports, and we will still apply your group reduction to all group members, as long as all book on the same date for the same accommodation.

Group Ski Lessons Subject of course to ski ability

levels, we will always arrange for group members to ski together in the same ski school classes. Dedicated lessons exclusively for your group of 10 or more are also available on request in many resorts.

FREE Group Seating When flying on charter flights.

Pre-bookable ski-packs All your group’s lift-pass, ski-hire and tuition requirements can be sorted out and paid in advance, ensuring your week gets off to the smoothest possible start!

FREE Travel Insurance for group leaders When at least ten adult group members book our insurance.

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