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Our guide to ski resorts

Organizing a ski vacation with family or friends is no picnic. There are so many parameters to consider! That's where a ski vacation village comes in: you don't have to worry about a thing, and all you have to do is put your suitcases down before setting off to enjoy the pleasures of the mountains. Vacation clubs allow you to enjoy your winter vacations in peace and quiet. Discover our guide to ski vacation villages !

Chamonix vacation village guide

Ski vacation villages: the ideal choice for a family holiday

 

Going to a ski vacation village is the ideal way to simplify your daily routine and really relax during your vacation. A vacation club combines accommodation, catering, activities and leisure. You pay for your chosen package on arrival, and have nothing else to pay for during your stay. Ski lessons, lift passes, equipment: access a wide range of options to make your stay as easy as possible, without having to organize anything yourself! Vacation villages have one objective: to ensure that all their visitors have a great time and leave with stars in their eyes.

 

Generally speaking, vacation clubs are located in prime locations in France's most beautiful ski resorts. Your accommodation will be at the foot of the slopes. All you have to do is put on your skis or snowboard to enjoy all the thrills of winter sports! And if you don't feel like skiing that day, take advantage of the indoor or outdoor activities offered by the club (dog sledding, snowshoeing, tobogganing, sauna, massage, etc.).

 

In addition to the kilometers of ski slopes, the ski vacation village offers a wide range of sporting and cultural activities. For example, clubs have been set up specifically for children aged 3 to 17. They can take part in excursions and workshops, and have access to a library and Espace Ados, for example. Sauna, hammam, whirlpool and outdoor pool: adults are not left out! Treat yourself to a moment of tranquillity in the heart of nature, and gaze at the snow-capped mountains.

 

How do you choose your vacation club?

 

To ensure that your next ski vacation is filled with unforgettable moments, you need to choose the right vacation club for your needs! You need to determine the following criteria:

  • destination ;
  • the ski area ;
  • formula (half-board or full-board) ;
  • the options you want;
  • the presence or absence of a kids' club;
  • your budget ;
  • parking ;
  • mountain views.

 

Among all these factors, the choice of winter sports resort is one of the most important. Slope levels, day care centers, activities, entertainment at the foot of the slopes, mountain restaurants, the accommodation of your dreams: the ski area must meet your expectations. The good news is that you'll never be disappointed with a ski resort, because it's a warm and friendly place where you can spend a holiday worthy of the name. You'll find clubs all over the French mountains for unforgettable family ski holidays.

 

The simplest packages generally include accommodation in a village club and a skipass for unlimited access to the ski lifts. A second package often includes ski equipment rental. The most complete package includes half-board or full-board meals. In this way, you can make the most of France's best ski resort.

 

How do you choose your vacation club?

 

With your ski vacation village, take advantage of promotions and discounts on sports and cultural activities. Ski equipment, ski passes, ski lessons: pay less and benefit from simple, fast and practical organization. Going to the mountains doesn't always mean skiing every day! Vacation clubs often have wellness areas where parents can relax in spas, hammams and jacuzzis. They're the perfect place to combine winter sports and leisure.

 

Many vacation clubs offer ski lessons with the ESF (French Ski School) in winter. France's mountains are covered in snow and become a playground for skiers and winter sports enthusiasts. Enjoy new experiences on a full-board or all-inclusive rental basis in the heart of France's most beautiful ski areas. The pleasures of the slopes are waiting for you, and will delight young and old alike!

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