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<strong>SKI</strong> & <strong>SNOWBOARD</strong><br />

Second Edition<br />

December 2009 - April 2010<br />

ANDORRA • AUSTRIA • BULGARIA • CANADA • FINLAND • FRANCE • ITALY • NORWAY • ROMANIA • SPAIN • SWEDEN • SWITZERLAND • USA<br />

RELAX AS HARD AS YOU LIKE


4<br />

At Neilson we aim to provide good value holidays with a<br />

personal touch delivered by our highly professional and friendly<br />

Overseas Team. You’re on holiday to have fun, but we never<br />

forget that winter sports holidays need extra care and attention<br />

to detail, so our Overseas Team ensures that your holiday runs<br />

smoothly. Anyone who’s experienced a Neilson holiday will tell<br />

you, it’s our staff that make your holiday special.<br />

Our recruitment and training is the best in the business which<br />

is why many of our staff have worked for us for many years and<br />

are highly experienced in their roles. That said, safety and<br />

security is at the heart of everything we do. From the ‘Welcome<br />

Meeting’ when you first arrive in resort, to your après-ski<br />

entertainment, we’re here to make your time away wonderful!<br />

You can rely on us to provide you with all you need to make<br />

your holiday in the snow that extra bit special!<br />

Meet th


e team<br />

>><br />

marque of<br />

excellence<br />

<strong>The</strong> feedback we<br />

received for 2008/9<br />

was impressive. 89%<br />

of you rated our staff<br />

as good or excellent.<br />

Hotels, ski schools,<br />

equipment rental<br />

shops and airlines<br />

which consistently<br />

exceeded the high<br />

standards achieved<br />

overall are awarded<br />

the ‘Marque of<br />

Excellence’. Look for<br />

the logo throughout<br />

the brochure, it’s an<br />

assurance from<br />

previous guests that<br />

these properties and<br />

suppliers go that<br />

little bit further to<br />

exceed your holiday<br />

expectations.<br />

Marque of Excellence<br />

Winners are shown<br />

on page 28.<br />

Taking care of you<br />

All of our representatives have been carefully selected<br />

and trained by the experienced Neilson management<br />

team. Neilson has operated ski holidays for over<br />

30 years and has an enviable reputation for providing<br />

an excellent standard of service. Regular winners of<br />

some of the travel industry’s most prestigious awards,<br />

Neilson sets the standard for winter sports holidays.<br />

Our staff share a passion for skiing or boarding and<br />

like nothing better than helping others to enjoy the<br />

sport they love. So when booking your Neilson ski<br />

holiday, you can be sure it will be delivered by the<br />

best people in the business.<br />

...and your family<br />

We understand that travelling as a family can be<br />

stressful. Check-out our carefully selected child friendly<br />

resorts where our Neilson Family Reps are on hand to<br />

help. <strong>The</strong>y’re knowledgeable about children and<br />

understand that families have individual needs. <strong>The</strong>ir<br />

job is to make your holiday relaxing, stress free and<br />

fun for all. Our Neilson team will turn a great family<br />

holiday into an unforgettable one. More information<br />

for families is given on page 18.<br />

Showing you the way<br />

Our very own ski guides can take you to runs others<br />

only hear about in the bar. <strong>The</strong>y will show you the top<br />

snow conditions, the best lunch spots and the shortest<br />

route to the top and back again. Our years of<br />

experience have taught us that enjoying the mountain<br />

works best in a group, sharing both the slopes and<br />

then the experiences at the end of the day.<br />

Listening to what you say<br />

Our trained team are experts in their own right.<br />

<strong>The</strong>y make the difference from just another skiing<br />

holiday, to something unique and utterly special. We<br />

monitor all our feedback forms very carefully – until<br />

absolutely everyone rates everything 100% excellent,<br />

we’re going to keep working hard.<br />

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6<br />

Where and wh<br />

Traditional, picturesque villages, convenient slopeside resorts,<br />

full-on après ski meccas & family-friendly destinations….<br />

We’ve secured a fantastic choice of accommodation in some of<br />

the world’s premier resorts to suit every level and budget of<br />

skier and boarder. <strong>The</strong> sheer choice can make selecting the<br />

right resort tricky. To help you find the ideal destination this<br />

winter, have a look at the Resort Guide on the inside back<br />

cover of this brochure which shows the key features of each<br />

resort - or simply give us a call!


en<br />

...to go<br />

Choosing when to travel<br />

Everybody knows it is wise to book early especially if<br />

you are restricted to the school holidays when demand<br />

is at its highest. To make sure you get your first choice<br />

of resort and property, we have outlined the key travel<br />

dates below - which coincide with the school holidays.<br />

If you are lucky enough to be able to take your holiday<br />

at any time, you should consider traveling during the<br />

off peak periods such as mid January or early March.<br />

Whenever you travel, it is beneficial to book early in<br />

order to take full advantage of our early booking offers<br />

and to secure the holiday that suits you best.<br />

Key holiday dates<br />

Christmas 19/20 December<br />

New Year 26/27 December<br />

Half Term 13/14 February<br />

Easter 3/4 April and 10/11 April<br />

Even better value<br />

<strong>Travel</strong>ling in ‘low’ season periods such as<br />

mid January and early March will save<br />

you money as the holiday prices are<br />

lower at these times, and has the added<br />

VALUE<br />

advantage of quieter slopes, shorter<br />

queues and more personal tuition in ski<br />

school as classes tend to be smaller on these dates.<br />

If you are travelling as part of a group, there tend to<br />

be greater discounts available during these periods.<br />

Properties showing the ‘Value’ logo have been<br />

selected on the basis that they tend to offer cheaper<br />

priced ‘no frills’ accommodation, they are ideal for the<br />

budget conscious skier where the emphasis is on the<br />

skiing rather than the accommodation.<br />

Look out for ‘Special Offers’<br />

<strong>The</strong>re are lots of early booking offers available, many<br />

of which are featured in this brochure - such as prebook<br />

an adult lift pass & receive a child lift pass free.<br />

But there are many that affect the holiday price, such<br />

as discounts for holidays booked before certain dates -<br />

so always check out the holiday price on the<br />

reservations system & take a look at the ‘latest offers’<br />

page at www.neilson.co.uk.<br />

Lowest price guarantee<br />

We won’t be beaten on price - guaranteed. We’re<br />

confident that our holidays offer the best value. In the<br />

unlikely event that you do find a cheaper identical<br />

holiday to what you have booked, then we will reduce<br />

the price of your holiday to match it. Conditions<br />

apply, see page 369.<br />

WHERE AND WHEN<br />

and stay<br />

Your accommodation guide<br />

You will find a range of style, quality and board<br />

options offered by a range of properties in this<br />

brochure.<br />

Hotels<br />

• Ranging from smaller family run 2* hotels to<br />

upmark et, full service 5* hotels.<br />

• Many offer great leisure facilities such as indoor<br />

swimming pools and wellness or spa areas - look<br />

out for the logos on each property description.<br />

• ‘Revitalise’ hotels have full spa centres while<br />

‘Boutique’ hotels offer special touches, stylish<br />

interiors and excellent cuisine.<br />

• Hotels may be ‘Room Only’ (mainly in Canada & the<br />

USA) or a Half Board basis when daily breakfast and<br />

dinner are included.<br />

• ‘Inclusive’ holidays are available in Romania where<br />

the basic price includes half board hotel<br />

accommodation, full ski or snowboard pack and<br />

free beer, wine and spirits from 4pm each day.<br />

• Ideal for everyone.<br />

Chalets<br />

• Ranging from cosy timber cabins sleeping 8 people,<br />

to mini-lodges sleeping up to 24.<br />

• Offering a sociable ‘home from home’ environment<br />

for the exclusive use of Neilson guests.<br />

• Great value for money with the Chalet Board basis<br />

including breakfast, afternoon tea and cakes as well<br />

as free wine served with dinner.<br />

• Much loved by groups of friends and those just<br />

looking to share their holiday with friends old and<br />

new.<br />

Guesthouses and pensions<br />

• Small, privately run properties offering simple but<br />

comfortable accommodation.<br />

• Breakfast is included each day, dinner can often be<br />

arranged locally for a supplement.<br />

• Perfect if you’re on a budget.<br />

• Ideal for couples and small groups.<br />

Self catering apartments<br />

• Range from functional and simple to the more<br />

modern with full kitchen facilities.<br />

• Allows flexibility to cook and eat in or go out to a<br />

restaurant according to your choice and budget.<br />

• Often in purpose built resorts with easy slope access.<br />

• Ideal for groups of friends, families and those on<br />

a budget.<br />

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8<br />

Extras<br />

It’s the extra bits that ensure the holiday is tailored uniquely to<br />

your needs. We don’t believe in the one-size-fits-all philosophy,<br />

which is why we offer a wide range of additional options for you<br />

to pick and choose from. Be it arranging car parking, lounge<br />

access or accommodation at the airport prior to departure, or<br />

taking advantage of our competitively priced ski pack items -<br />

this is where you can tweak the holiday to your own<br />

specification.<br />

en route<br />

Park and ride<br />

Leave your car in safe hands with secure airport<br />

parking, available at all our UK departure airports. Prebooking<br />

is the way to go. It not only gives you one<br />

less thing to organise, it saves you money and time<br />

too.<br />

Fresh for flying<br />

Start your holiday with a fresh head after staying at a<br />

hotel close to the airport - perfect for those early<br />

morning flights and avoiding that traffic jam<br />

nightmare. Many include parking and a courtesy link<br />

to your terminal - it couldn’t be easier. You can also<br />

check-in the previous evening for our early morning<br />

flights from Gatwick airport.<br />

Lounging around VIP style<br />

Kick back and relax in comfort and style with<br />

complimentary drinks, nibbles and daily papers. You<br />

deserve to start relaxing from the moment you leave<br />

your front door. Pre-booking a VIP airport lounge pass,<br />

will get you off to the flying start you deserve.<br />

We make check in simple<br />

If you are traveling on a Thomas Cook Airlines flight<br />

then you can relax in the check-in queue knowing<br />

that you and your party have pre-booked seats<br />

together for a small charge. See page 378.<br />

You’ve arrived<br />

Arrive composed and in style with a private transfer.<br />

It’s worth the extra cost and a great way to start your<br />

Neilson experience.


and on the slopes<br />

Skier’s & snowboarder’s packs<br />

from £129 *<br />

Our Skier’s and Snowboarder’s Packs are the best way<br />

to make sure you’re on the mountain enjoying<br />

yourself as soon as possible and for the best price.<br />

<strong>The</strong>y include your lift pass, equipment hire and group<br />

tuition. Pre-booking a pack means that your place is<br />

reserved in ski school, your equipment organised and<br />

lift pass ready for you. In addition, you get a saving<br />

compared with booking these items individually or in<br />

resort.<br />

If you are going on your first ever ski or board holiday<br />

then make sure you add the ‘Complete Beginner’<br />

pack at the time of booking – then you will benefit<br />

from the best savings we offer & the only other thing<br />

you will need to budget for is your holiday spending<br />

money.<br />

Please note - these packs are only available to<br />

pre-book and cannot be purchased once in resort. *Low<br />

season Adult Skier’s Pack in Pamporovo.<br />

PRE-BOOKABLE EXTRAS<br />

Lift passes delivered to you<br />

with a promise<br />

Everyone on the mountain needs one, they don’t go<br />

out of fashion and without one, it’s a very long walk to<br />

the top. We recommend that you buy your lift pass<br />

from us before you go as not only does it help you<br />

budget for your holiday, but it also makes your arrival<br />

in resort that much smoother as we’ll deliver it to you<br />

before your first morning’s skiing.<br />

LIFT PASS & TUITION<br />

PRICE PROMISE<br />

See page 371<br />

Not only that but we promise that you’ll pay no more<br />

for pre-bookable lift passes or tuition than you would<br />

have done had you waited and purchased them once<br />

in resort. So we give you a good price and save you<br />

the hassle of a trip down to the lift pass office.<br />

It couldn’t be easier!<br />

All the equipment you’ll need<br />

Ski, snowboard or cross country. Whatever you<br />

choose, pre-book through us and we’ll ensure that<br />

your equipment is reserved and waiting for you to put<br />

it through its paces. Both standard and cutting edge<br />

equipment is available to pre-book.<br />

Group tuition<br />

Some things are just better together, like learning to<br />

ski or snowboard in a group. It’s sociable and fun! We<br />

offer a great range of pre-bookable group lesson<br />

options, in all of our resorts.What’s more we promise<br />

that you’ll pay no more for pre-booked lessons than<br />

you would in resort. Just let us know your ability level<br />

and we’ll make sure you get just the right tuition for<br />

you. If you do want private lessons then your Neilson<br />

Rep will be happy to arrange this for you once in<br />

resort.<br />

Brush up your technique<br />

<strong>The</strong>re are many specialist lessons on offer in resort<br />

whether it’s to perfect your off-piste technique or<br />

airbourne tricks in the terrain park. Transceiver and<br />

avalanche awareness courses are also worth thinking<br />

about if you plan to venture off-piste. Have a chat<br />

with your rep on arrival who will be pleased to let you<br />

know what courses are available locally and assist you<br />

in booking a place.<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

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10<br />

First time?<br />

Choosing the company to travel with and<br />

the right resort is essential. That’s why<br />

we’ve taken extra care to seek out resorts<br />

where beginners can learn in an ideal<br />

environment. Practice makes perfect and in<br />

a beginner-friendly resort, you’ll be joining<br />

your friends on more challenging runs in<br />

no time at all!<br />

Pre-book a ‘complete beginner’<br />

skier’s or snowboarder’s pack<br />

If you are going on your first ever ski or board holiday<br />

then make sure you add on the ‘Complete Beginner’<br />

pack at the time of booking your holiday – then you<br />

will benefit from the savings this offers and the only<br />

other thing you will need to budget for is your holiday<br />

spending money.<br />

Our Skier’s and Snowboarder’s Packs are the best way<br />

to make sure you’re on the mountain enjoying<br />

yourself as soon as possible and for the best price.<br />

<strong>The</strong>y include your lift pass, equipment hire and group<br />

tuition; all organised and ready for you when you<br />

arrive. In addition, they represent a saving on booking<br />

these items individually.<br />

Please note - these packs are only for absolute beginners<br />

who have never skied or boarded before and are<br />

available on a pre-book basis only – they cannot be<br />

purchased once in resort.<br />

>><br />

Learn to ski<br />

for FREE<br />

fresher’s weeks 2010<br />

Neilson has teamed<br />

up with participating<br />

European resorts in<br />

January & March<br />

2010 to offer FREE<br />

complete beginner<br />

Ski Packs to those<br />

people wanting to<br />

try the sport for the<br />

very first time. Simply<br />

reserve the<br />

accommodation of<br />

your choice at one of<br />

the participating<br />

resorts and add on a<br />

special ‘Freshers Ski<br />

Pack’. Availability is<br />

limited so please<br />

book early to avoid<br />

disappointment.<br />

More information on<br />

page 30.


Where!<br />

Where to go<br />

To ensure your love affair with skiing or snowboarding<br />

gets off to the best possible start, we’ve selected the<br />

best beginner resorts for complete novices and<br />

labeled them our ‘Learn to Turn’ resorts. We’ve also<br />

put together some great value and easy to book<br />

‘Complete Beginner’ packages. So there really is no<br />

need to be daunted by your first trip to the<br />

mountains.<br />

You need excellent nursery slopes and a reputable<br />

English-speaking ski or snowboard school. Our rating<br />

system shown on the resort pages throughout the<br />

brochure will help you to see at a glance the resort’s<br />

suitability for beginners, après ski activities and other<br />

ability levels. Book your holiday to any one of these<br />

destinations and you can rest assured that the resort is<br />

suitable for first timers.<br />

Resorts with more than just<br />

skiing and boarding<br />

Many resorts offer a great choice of off-slope activities<br />

mainly in the afternoons or early evenings. This is<br />

called ‘après ski’ – literally ‘after skiing’ activities.<br />

Whether you’re a beginner needing a break from the<br />

ski runs or a non-skier simply looking to enjoy the<br />

beautiful mountains, there are a wide variety of<br />

activities available including things such as<br />

snowshoeing, snowmobiling, ice climbing or scenic<br />

helicopter rides. Day excursions are also available from<br />

some resorts. For pure relaxation and indulgence look<br />

out for the spa facilities within the resort sports centre,<br />

many of which offer a comprehensive range of beauty<br />

and massage treatments. At the ‘Welcome Meeting’<br />

your Neilson Rep will give you details and prices of all<br />

the après ski events available. In some resorts a<br />

selection of activities can be pre-booked – details are<br />

included on the resort pages.<br />

What to expect<br />

• First off, before you go, we recommend you prebook<br />

a ‘Complete Beginner’ Skier’s or Boarder’s Pack<br />

which includes everything you need to ski - boots,<br />

poles and a pair of skis coupled with lessons and a<br />

lift pass. That makes it easier when you get to resort.<br />

• Shortly after arriving you will be invited to attend a<br />

‘Welcome Meeting’ - often on the first evening.<br />

Here, your Neilson Rep will welcome you and share<br />

essential information and inside knowledge about<br />

the resort, the mountain and the après-ski events<br />

available during the week. Your Rep will arrange to<br />

meet you at a nearby rental shop where you will be<br />

fitted with ski or board equipment and tell you<br />

where to meet your instructor for your lessons.<br />

• <strong>The</strong> following day, at the appointed time and place,<br />

dressed for the slopes, you meet your instructor and<br />

fellow beginners ready to ski or board. Lessons begin<br />

immediately on very gentle slopes. It won’t be long<br />

before you are gliding across the snow with<br />

confidence!<br />

• As the week progresses your patient instructor will<br />

teach you how to control your speed and turn in<br />

both directions. As your skill level increases, you and<br />

your group will progress onto longer more<br />

interesting runs and learn how to use the various<br />

different types of lift that carry you back up the<br />

slopes for your next run.<br />

• By the end of the week you will have discovered<br />

thigh muscles you never knew you had, laughed a<br />

lot and conquered a new skill that might just<br />

become an obsession….<br />

What to pack<br />

Being warm and comfortable is key, which is why we<br />

recommend that you hire, borrow or buy the<br />

following essential items before you travel:<br />

• Waterproof ski jacket and sallopettes (ski trousers).<br />

• Warm, waterproof ski gloves or mittens.<br />

• Ski goggles for bad weather.<br />

• High protection ski sunglasses for warmer weather.<br />

• High protection sun block and lip balm.<br />

• Warm hat - to cover those ears!<br />

• Ski socks.<br />

• <strong>The</strong>rmal base layers (long sleeved tops and<br />

leggings).<br />

• Lots of T-shirts and fitted tops to layer up<br />

underneath the ski jacket.<br />

• Comprehensive ski insurance covering snowsports.<br />

• Waterproof, good-grip walking shoes for getting<br />

around the resort.<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

What! How!<br />

‘Learn to turn’ or your<br />

money back<br />

BEGINNERS<br />

We’re confident that you’ll enjoy our Learn to Turn<br />

resorts. So much so, that we offer a satisfaction or<br />

your money back guarantee. With our record of<br />

just four people in the last three seasons deciding<br />

winter sports wasn’t for them - there really isn’t a<br />

reason not to have a go. Conditions apply, see<br />

page 371.<br />

‘Learn to turn’ resorts page<br />

Canada<br />

Whistler 44<br />

Banff 54<br />

Tremblant 64<br />

Italy<br />

La Thuile 196<br />

Passo Tonale 170<br />

Plan de Corones 191<br />

Norway<br />

Beitostølen 69<br />

Geilo 76<br />

Sweden<br />

Vemdalen 92<br />

Bulgaria<br />

Borovets 132<br />

Bansko 136<br />

Romania<br />

Poiana Brasov 129<br />

Andorra<br />

Arinsal 148<br />

Soldeu 152<br />

Austria<br />

Galtür 215<br />

Obergugl & Hochgurgl 226<br />

Niederau 237<br />

Söll 242<br />

Katschberg 275<br />

Seefeld 211<br />

Rauris 272<br />

France<br />

Flaine 286<br />

Avoriaz 279<br />

Valmorel 341<br />

Courchevel 352<br />

Les Deux Alpes 326<br />

Alpe D’Huez 320<br />

La Rosière 290<br />

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12<br />

Ski the dream<br />

Prior to heading for the mountains, most competent skiers and<br />

snowboarders tend to play a recurring vision in their minds.<br />

Blue sky, crisp mountain air, blankets of freshly fallen snow and<br />

mile after mile of fantastic terrain all feature heavily in these<br />

pleasant daydreams. Of course, in the dream, the skier or<br />

boarder conquers every run with panache and style, floating<br />

down the longest and steepest runs with minimum effort and<br />

a massive smile on their face.<br />

While we can’t guarantee that the ability side of the dream<br />

becomes a reality, we can help ensure the location is up to<br />

scratch by proposing the following resorts for your serious<br />

consideration. All enjoy more than their fair share of incredible<br />

terrain and oodles of fresh powder.<br />

Neilsons’ best all round resorts<br />

Whistler, Canada 44<br />

Kicking Horse, Canada 51<br />

Vail, USA 33<br />

Breckenridge, USA 36<br />

Winter Park, USA 40<br />

Åre, Sweden 87<br />

Arabba, Italy 176<br />

Sauze, D’Oulx, Italy 199<br />

Galtür, Austria 215<br />

St Anton, Austria 218<br />

Sölden, Austria 222<br />

Saalbach/Hinterglemm, Austria 254<br />

Chamonix, France 282<br />

Les Arcs, France 302<br />

Val d’Isère, France 309<br />

Tignes, France 314


12<br />

Ski the dream<br />

Prior to heading for the mountains, most competent skiers and<br />

snowboarders tend to play a recurring vision in their minds.<br />

Blue sky, crisp mountain air, blankets of freshly fallen snow and<br />

mile after mile of fantastic terrain all feature heavily in these<br />

pleasant daydreams. Of course, in the dream, the skier or<br />

boarder conquers every run with panache and style, floating<br />

down the longest and steepest runs with minimum effort and<br />

a massive smile on their face.<br />

While we can’t guarantee that the ability side of the dream<br />

becomes a reality, we can help ensure the location is up to<br />

scratch by proposing the following resorts for your serious<br />

consideration. All enjoy more than their fair share of incredible<br />

terrain and oodles of fresh powder.<br />

Neilsons’ best all round resorts<br />

Whistler, Canada 44<br />

Kicking Horse, Canada 51<br />

Vail, USA 33<br />

Breckenridge, USA 36<br />

Winter Park, USA 40<br />

Åre, Sweden 87<br />

Arabba, Italy 176<br />

Sauze, D’Oulx, Italy 199<br />

Galtür, Austria 215<br />

St Anton, Austria 218<br />

Sölden, Austria 222<br />

Saalbach/Hinterglemm, Austria 254<br />

Chamonix, France 282<br />

Les Arcs, France 302<br />

Val d’Isère, France 309<br />

Tignes, France 314


...with Neilson!<br />

Canadian adventures<br />

Canada has so much to offer skiers and boarders that<br />

it seems a shame to spend your whole holiday in one<br />

area or resort when you can experience two or more<br />

on a multi-centre stay.<br />

Supersize USA<br />

We also offer holidays to the USA. We’ve selected<br />

what we think are some of the best resorts in the<br />

country, each one a must for any keen intermediate or<br />

advanced skier or boarder. So what’s the appeal?<br />

Serious amounts of snow, immaculate grooming,<br />

blissfully crowd-free and varied, challenging terrain –<br />

some of it much like the off-piste in an Alpine resort<br />

with the added advantage of being within resort<br />

boundaries and therefore patrolled and avalanche<br />

controlled. <strong>The</strong> USA is a superb choice this winter.<br />

See pages 32-42.<br />

Tailor made holidays<br />

Plan your perfect holiday with our tailor made service.<br />

Our knowledgeable team will listen to your<br />

requirements before putting together a unique<br />

itinerary tailored specifically to your needs. We offer a<br />

huge choice of flight and accommodation options in<br />

the best ski resorts in North America.<br />

beginner<br />

intermediate<br />

advanced<br />

INTERMEDIATE AND ADVANCED<br />

City adventures<br />

Why not add a City stay to your holiday - once you’ve<br />

crossed the Atlantic you’ll be landing in a major North<br />

American City. So why not spend a few days exploring<br />

- or simply just shopping! Bustling Vancouver, mile<br />

high Denver and gourmet Montreal are all available -<br />

take a look at page 31 for more information.<br />

Two-centre holidays - it’s easy to organise two centre<br />

holidays with Neilson. We’ll arrange car hire, a<br />

transfer, a private taxi or even a flight to get you from<br />

one resort to another.<br />

See page 380.<br />

Ski and board leading<br />

We offer a ski and/or a snowboard leading service in<br />

many of our resorts. It’s a great way to familiarise<br />

yourself with the mountain and find the best spots,<br />

and it’s always great fun skiing or boarding with a<br />

group of similar abilities. We ask that you are<br />

confident on a red run but there is often a slower<br />

‘blues’ day for basic intermediates. Your Neilson rep<br />

will give you full details of the ski leading programme<br />

on arrival, if available in your chosen resort.<br />

Ability level chart<br />

Use the chart below to grade your ski or snowboard<br />

ability. We’ll ask for it at the time of booking to ensure<br />

the correct tuition is reserved for you.<br />

Skier Snowboarder<br />

Level 0 You have never skied before You have never snowboarded before<br />

Level 1 You can ski in a cautious snowplough You are able to side slip on toe or heel side,<br />

sliding to the right and to the left on<br />

nursery slopes<br />

Level 2 You can link snowplough turns with speed You are able to complete basic turns on heel<br />

control and bring skis together parallel at and toe side that are connected with a<br />

the end of the turn on green and blue runs traverse, on green and easy blue runs<br />

Level 3 You use parallel turns on smooth blue runs You are able to comfortably link turns with<br />

and would like to improve your parallel turn rythm and flow, with no traverse on either heel<br />

on more challenging terrain, including<br />

bumps, red and easiest black runs<br />

or toe side, on all blue and easy red runs<br />

Level 4 You ski with a controlled parallel stance, You are able to comfortably link turns on most<br />

maintaining rythm and speed control on terrain and in all snow conditions, including<br />

all runs the terrain parks<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

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Groups!<br />

We’ve put together countless winter holidays for groups of all sizes, ages and abilities.<br />

Our experienced and knowledgeable sales team here in Brighton are able to advise and<br />

assist every step of the way, ensuring you get the right holiday at the right price for your<br />

group. <strong>The</strong>re are a few things to take into account when organising a group ski holiday<br />

and giving them a little thought before the search process will help us to find you the<br />

perfect holiday.<br />

What next?<br />

Once these questions are answered, you’ll be well on<br />

your way to knowing your group’s requirements. Our<br />

group advisors are used to the complexities of larger<br />

bookings and are on hand to make the whole process<br />

simple by recommending the most suitable resorts<br />

and properties for your group, and offering you the<br />

best group discounts.<br />

Dates of travel<br />

<strong>Travel</strong>ling in ‘low’ season periods such as mid January<br />

and early March will save you money as the holiday<br />

prices are lower at these times, with the added<br />

advantage of quieter slopes, shorter queues and more<br />

personal tuition in ski school as classes tend to be smaller<br />

on these dates. Group offers, such as free places, also<br />

tend to be more generous during these periods. See the<br />

discount table on page 17.<br />

Ability levels<br />

It’s quite probable your group will be made up of mixed<br />

ability skiers and snowboarders so choosing a resort that<br />

suits all levels and disciplines, even non-skiers is essential.<br />

See page 16 for our choice of the best ‘all-round resorts’.<br />

Holidays on a budget<br />

Your group’s budget will determine lots of<br />

things including the choice of<br />

country, type of resort, quality and board<br />

basis of your accommodation. In turn,<br />

the type of resort & accommodation you<br />

VALUE<br />

choose have an impact on the holiday<br />

price. Properties showing the ‘Value’ logo have been<br />

selected on the basis that they tend to offer cheaper<br />

price, ‘no frills’ accommodation. <strong>The</strong>y are best suited to<br />

those on a budget where the emphasis is on the skiing<br />

rather than the quality of the lodging. Self catering<br />

apartments come in with the cheapest basic holiday<br />

prices as no food is included – but then you will have to<br />

allow for meals when in resort, so take a close look at the<br />

prices of our chalets and some of the half board hotels,<br />

many of them really can offer excellent value for your<br />

money.<br />

FOUR OR MORE<br />

Finally, when flicking through the resort pages keep an<br />

eye out for the ‘Four or More’ logo which is used to<br />

indicate those hotels offering bedrooms sleeping 4<br />

people or more - as there are often generous discounts<br />

available for the 3rd and 4th sharers.<br />

Telephone 0845 070 3460<br />

Email groups@neilson.com<br />

Visit your local travel agent


Up to 1 free<br />

place in 4<br />

We offer discounts<br />

of up to 25% on<br />

group ski holidays,<br />

depending on the<br />

size, departure date<br />

and destination of<br />

your group. Take a<br />

look at the table on<br />

page 17 to see what<br />

levels of discount<br />

apply and which<br />

dates attract the<br />

more generous<br />

offers.<br />

Conditions apply,<br />

see page 371.<br />

Altogether better...<br />

Discounts from just 7 people<br />

Size really does matter! Especially when you book a<br />

group ski holiday. Great group discounts start for<br />

groups as small as 7 people and remember, the bigger<br />

the group, the better the savings.<br />

Up to 1 free place in 4<br />

Use your group discount the way you choose, be it a<br />

straightforward price reduction across the whole<br />

group, or a customised saving such as free lift passes<br />

or a private taxi transfer for your party. If your group is<br />

flexible as to when they can travel, choosing January<br />

or March will mean the best savings.<br />

Low deposit offer<br />

Book your group holiday before 30th August 2009<br />

and you pay a low deposit of £65 per person. This<br />

offer applies to all European charter flight holidays.<br />

See page 370 for more details.<br />

FREE list pass for group leaders<br />

We know that it takes a great deal of time and<br />

organisation to arrange a group holiday – so here’s a<br />

little something for your efforts!<br />

If you have a group of 15 people or more, and<br />

everyone pre-books their lift pass, or a ski or boarder’s<br />

pack, then you’ll receive your lift pass free. Conditions<br />

apply, see page 371.<br />

Discounts on chalets<br />

Neilson chalets are the perfect choice for group ski<br />

holidays offering an informal, home-from-home<br />

atmosphere, plus fantastic service and catering from<br />

our highly trained chalet hosts. Fill a Neilson Chalet<br />

and you may be eligible for up to 25% off the holiday<br />

price. See page 25 for more details about our chalets.<br />

GROUP HOLIDAYS<br />

Free pre-booked ‘seats together’<br />

Book a group of 7 people or more and we’ll arrange<br />

you ‘Seats Together’ on Thomas Cook flights. This<br />

means your group can check-in individually without<br />

having to wait around, and have complete<br />

reassurance that the whole group will be seated<br />

together on the flight.<br />

Free name changes<br />

We offer free name changes up to four weeks prior<br />

to departure for groups travelling on Thomas Cook<br />

charter flights - giving you more time to finalise your<br />

group details.<br />

Flexible departure airports<br />

Your group may be living in different parts of the UK<br />

but that doesn’t mean you lose out on great potential<br />

savings. We allow your group to fly from any UK<br />

airport we operate from. As long as you are all<br />

travelling on the same date to the same resort, your<br />

group will still be eligible for a discount.<br />

<strong>The</strong> Big Snow Festival - Arinsal, Andorra,<br />

March 14th-21st 2010<br />

Snow, Slopes and Serious Sounds…..<strong>The</strong> Big Snow Festival is a week<br />

long music festival surrounded by the pistes of Arinsal in Andorra.<br />

Featuring some of the biggest live acts and DJ’s from the music scene<br />

combined with one week of the best après skiing and boarding in Europe.<br />

This is the winter music event that you cannot afford to miss.<br />

Log on to www.thebigsnowfestival.com for more information<br />

or call 0844 879 8119<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

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Better choice<br />

We’ve come up with our choice of the best ‘all round’ group<br />

ski destinations. <strong>The</strong>se resorts offer something for everyone<br />

from confidence boosting nursery slopes to challenging terrain<br />

for experts, plus a wide choice of accommodation options to<br />

suit any budget.<br />

Breckenridge, USA 36<br />

Whistler, Canada 44<br />

Banff, Canada 54<br />

Åre, Sweden 87<br />

Soldeu-El Tarter, Andorra 152<br />

Livigno, Italy 163<br />

Arabba, Italy 176<br />

Sauze, D’Oulx, Italy 199<br />

Mayrhofen, Austria 231<br />

Söll, Austria 242<br />

Kitzbuhel, Austria 250<br />

Saalbach/Hinterglemm, Austria 254<br />

Maria Alm, Austria 269<br />

Flaine, France 286<br />

Les Arcs, France 302<br />

Tignes, France 314<br />

Alpe D’Huez, France 320<br />

Les Deux Alpes, France 326<br />

GOOD FOR GROUPS<br />

Whatever your group’s requirements, we’re 100% confident you’ll find<br />

something in our programme. We offer an extensive range of properties to<br />

choose from, from small, cosy Neilson run chalets to large hotels with rooms to<br />

sleep groups of over 100 people. Properties range from simple, comfortable<br />

self catering apartments to luxury hotels offering spa centres and à la carte<br />

dining.<br />

FOUR OR MORE<br />

Where we consider a property is particularly suited to groups we have included<br />

the logo above. <strong>The</strong> ‘Four or More’ logo is used to indicate at a glance which<br />

hotels offer rooms sleeping 4 people - there are often generous discounts<br />

available for the 3rd and 4th sharers. Check out the larger rooms in our chalets<br />

too – there are great savings to be made!<br />

Neilson top group properties<br />

Some of our favourite group properties are listed<br />

below. See<br />

www.neilson.co.uk/groupaccommodation for more<br />

recommendations. Don’t forget, discounts apply to<br />

all our Neilson-run Chalets, Lodges and Hotels. See<br />

page 25 for details of these properties.<br />

Group properties page<br />

Andorra<br />

Hotel St Gothard, Arinsal 151<br />

Hotel Piolets, Soldeu 153<br />

Hotel Himalaia, Pas de la Casa 160<br />

Austria<br />

Hotel Grauer Bär, Sölden 223<br />

Hotel Alte Post, Mayrhofen 233<br />

Hotel Tyrol, Kitzbühel 251<br />

Hotel Sonnschein, Niederau 241<br />

Alpin Resort Sport & Spa, Saalbach 255<br />

Hotel Austria, Hinterglemm 258<br />

Hotel Thalerof, Maria Alm 270<br />

Bulgaria & Romania<br />

Hotel Rila, Borovets 135<br />

Hotel Strazhite, Bansko 139<br />

Hotel Perun, Bansko 137<br />

Hotel Pamporovo, Pamporovo 143<br />

Hotel Poiana, Poiana Brasov 130<br />

Finland<br />

Saaga Resort, Yllas 99<br />

France<br />

Hotel Club Le Flaine, Flaine 287<br />

Hotel Mercure Belle Plagne 294<br />

Hotel Araucaria, La Plagne 295<br />

Hotel Aiguille Rouge, Les Arcs 2000 305<br />

Hotel Du Golf, Les Arcs 1800 307<br />

Aparthotel Alpina, Tignes 316<br />

Hotel Pic Blanc, Alpe D’Huez 324<br />

Hotel Les Lutins, Les Deux Alpes 330<br />

Italy<br />

Hotel Savoia Debili, Sauze D’Oulx 201<br />

Hotel La Betulla, Bardonecchia 208<br />

Hotel Garni Francescato, Livigno 164<br />

Hotel Biancaneve, Sestriere 204<br />

Hotel Planibel, La Thuile 197<br />

Norway<br />

Vestlia Resort, Geilo 77<br />

Sweden<br />

Holiday Club Resort, Åre 89


GROUP HOLIDAYS<br />

Better value!<br />

We offer generous group discounts on hundreds of properties<br />

in this brochure - you can save up to 25% depending on your<br />

group size and when you travel. Use the grid below as a guide<br />

to calculate the potential discount for your group for charter<br />

holidays to Europe.<br />

Group size<br />

departure dates 7 to 9 10 to 14 15 to 19 20 to 24 25 to 29 30+<br />

12 Dec-13 Dec 11% 12% 13% 14% 15% 16%<br />

19 Dec-27 Dec Call* Call* Call* Call* Call* Call*<br />

02 Jan-03 Jan 16% 17% 18% 19% 20% 21%<br />

09 Jan-17 Jan 20% 21% 22% 23% 24% 25%<br />

23 Jan-31 Jan 16% 17% 18% 19% 20% 21%<br />

06 Feb-07 Feb 20% 21% 22% 23% 24% 25%<br />

13 Feb-14 Feb Call* Call* Call* Call* Call* Call*<br />

20 Feb-21 Feb 20% 21% 22% 23% 24% 25%<br />

27 Feb-21 Mar 15% 16% 17% 18% 19% 20%<br />

27 Mar-11 Apr Call* Call* Call* Call* Call* Call*<br />

Grid shows highest potential discount.<br />

Discount varies dependent on property and date of travel.<br />

*Please call us for the best group price.<br />

LIFT PASS & TUITION<br />

PRICE PROMISE<br />

See page 371<br />

Pre-book your lift pass & tuition with us & we promise you’ll pay no more then<br />

you would have done had you waited & purchased once in resort. So we give<br />

you a good price and save you the hassle of a trip down to the lift pass office.<br />

What’s more, when all group members pre-book their lift passes, the group<br />

leader gets theirs free - valid for all groups of 15 or more. Conditions apply, see<br />

page 371.<br />

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Family resorts<br />

Younger guests love snow almost as much as we love having<br />

them on our holidays, whether making snowploughs, snow<br />

angels, or snowballs, your children are a serious business;<br />

in fact, they’re probably our most demanding customers.<br />

From tiny boots and dinky skis to amazing moments where<br />

your children see snow capped mountains for the first time, it’s<br />

a unique family memory and one that Neilson is proud to share<br />

with you.<br />

Neilsons’ top family resorts<br />

<strong>The</strong>re can be no doubt that some resorts are better suited to family ski holidays<br />

than others. Child-friendly ski areas, first-rate children’s ski schools and a variety<br />

of suitable activities are all vital ingredients for that perfect family break. We<br />

have carefully considered all of the resorts in our programme and while many<br />

of them make good choices for family holidays, we thought it would be useful<br />

to highlight those that really stand out from the crowd.<br />

In these resorts we have added a family rep service, designed to ensure that<br />

parents and children get the most from the resort’s facilities and services.<br />

Particularly sensitive to the needs of families and possessing intimate<br />

knowledge of the resort, our local staff will be on hand throughout the holiday<br />

to ensure it’s a family holiday to remember.<br />

Beitostølen, Norway 69<br />

Geilo, Norway 76<br />

Vemdalen, Sweden 92<br />

Borovets, Bulgaria 132<br />

Galtür, Austria 215<br />

Seefeld, Austria 211<br />

Niederau, Austria 237<br />

Katschberg, Austria 275<br />

Rauris, Austria 272<br />

Valmorel, France 341<br />

La Rosière, France 290<br />

Les Deux Alpes, France 326<br />

Alpe d’Huez, France 320<br />

Whistler, Canada 44


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FREE CHILD PLACES<br />

Free child<br />

places<br />

We’ve introduced a<br />

number of properties<br />

where free child<br />

places are available -<br />

look out for the logo<br />

on the property<br />

pages. <strong>The</strong>se places<br />

are subject to<br />

availability so we<br />

recommend booking<br />

early.<br />

Special<br />

discount 2-5YRS<br />

For younger children<br />

aged 2-5yrs there are<br />

additional savings to<br />

be made at selected<br />

properties, some<br />

offering up to £250<br />

more off the child<br />

price.<br />

Look for the extra<br />

discounts available in<br />

the ‘highlights’ panel<br />

alongside each<br />

property.<br />

Conditions apply, see<br />

page 372.<br />

...family savings<br />

Fantastic savings for children<br />

We appreciate that travelling with the family adds<br />

costs so we’ve worked hard to provide some<br />

outstanding money-saving offers.<br />

We offer up to 45% discount off the adult price for<br />

children aged 2-11 years sharing a room with two<br />

paying adults. Each price panel shows the child<br />

discount available.<br />

Childcare services in resort<br />

Most resorts offer childcare services. On each resort<br />

information page you will find a guide to what’s<br />

available. <strong>The</strong>se are shown under four category<br />

headings to make it easier for you to choose the resort<br />

offering a suitable range of childcare options;<br />

babycare, crèche, ski kindergarten & child ski school.<br />

In some resorts childcare is operated by the ski school,<br />

at others by the resort municipality, or it may be a<br />

completely independent business or a mixture of any<br />

of these. Age ranges vary and their day to day<br />

operations are subject to local laws. We have shown<br />

which services can be pre-booked with us so that you<br />

can be sure of reserving a place for your child. Please<br />

see page 373.<br />

FAMILY HOLIDAYS<br />

Neilson clubs -<br />

Les Deux Alpes, France<br />

We offer 3 children’s clubs at the Hotel Aalborg for<br />

children from 4 months to 12 years old. This slopeside<br />

hotel has undergone extensive refurbishment and<br />

planned to include purpose-built childcare facilities.<br />

•Snowangels Club (4months-2yrs)<br />

•Snowman Club (2-5 years)<br />

•Snowbusters Club (5-11yrs)<br />

<strong>The</strong>se clubs are run by experienced English speaking<br />

Neilson nannies who have a bottomless supply of tried<br />

and tested ideas to ensure your children will be<br />

grinning from ear-to-ear, morning, noon and night.<br />

You can hit the slopes with confidence, knowing your<br />

children are having a whale of a time in excellent<br />

hands. Places are limited and these clubs are very<br />

popular so book early to avoid tantrums! Prices on<br />

page 373.<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

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Our top<br />

family hotels<br />

Some hotels really do pull out all the stops when it comes to<br />

catering for families, be it superb children’s facilities, their own<br />

crèche/kindergarten, or simply an ideal location close to the ski<br />

school and nursery slopes. To help you select the ideal family<br />

hotel from the wide choice available, we have listed the hotels<br />

we believe are hard to beat when it comes to family holidays.<br />

HOTEL AALBORG<br />

LES DEUX ALPES, FRANCE<br />

Neilson Rating •••/••• +<br />

Run exclusively by Neilson and a firm<br />

favourite amongst our guests with an<br />

enviable slopeside position. <strong>The</strong> planned<br />

new extension will house a full range of kids<br />

clubs catering for children from 4 months-<br />

12 years old.<br />

FULL DETAILS SEE PAGE 327<br />

CODE: X08H08/HP8/HS8/H09<br />

HOTEL AIGULLE ROUGE<br />

LES ARCS 2000, FRANCE<br />

Neilson Rating •••<br />

This modern, ski in-ski out hotel<br />

offers all-day children’s clubs, daily<br />

entertainment and family rooms,<br />

making it a deservedly popular choice<br />

with families.<br />

FULL DETAILS SEE PAGE 305<br />

CODE: XC5H00<br />

HOTEL CLUB LES MELEZES<br />

LES ARCS 2000, FRANCE<br />

Neilson Rating •••<br />

A family-friendly club hotel in the<br />

centre of Arcs 2000, 200m from the<br />

ski lifts and slopes. It offers excellent<br />

facilities including a wellness area,<br />

onsite children’s clubs and a crèche<br />

for babies from 18 months.<br />

FULL DETAILS SEE PAGE 308<br />

CODE: XC5H01<br />

VILLAGE CLUB DU SOLEIL<br />

LES ARCS 1800, FRANCE<br />

Neilson Rating •••<br />

Specifically catering for families with<br />

children of all ages, this hotel lies in the<br />

heart of the ‘Charmettoger’ area of Arc<br />

1800, 400m from the resort centre. Staff<br />

keep children from 3 months entertained<br />

at the hotel-run clubs.<br />

FULL DETAILS SEE PAGE 307<br />

CODE: X04H05<br />

HOTEL CLUB LES BERGERS<br />

ALPE D’HUEZ, FRANCE<br />

Neilson Rating •••<br />

A convenient ski in-ski out family hotel in<br />

the ‘Bergers’ area, 200m from the ski lifts<br />

and 250m from the closest shops. French &<br />

English speaking staff keep children<br />

entertained with indoor & outdoor activities<br />

for children from 18 months.<br />

FULL DETAILS SEE PAGE 325<br />

CODE: X07H09/HS9<br />

VILLAGE CLUB NEIGE ET CIEL<br />

LES MENUIRES, FRANCE<br />

Neilson Rating •••<br />

A 100% family-orientated hotel located<br />

directly on the slopes in the heart of the<br />

spectacular Three Valleys ski area, and<br />

offering children’s clubs and daily<br />

entertainment for children from 3 months.<br />

FULL DETAILS SEE PAGE 306<br />

CODE: XB1H04<br />

VILLAGE CLUB DU SOLEIL<br />

LA FONTAINE<br />

VALMOREL, FRANCE<br />

Neilson Rating •••<br />

This family hotel in the ‘La Foret’ area<br />

caters well for families with children and<br />

is very conveniently located. Staff keep<br />

children entertained at the hotel-run<br />

clubs, taking children from 3 months.<br />

FULL DETAILS SEE PAGE 343<br />

CODE: X06H04<br />

HOTEL CLUB LE FLAINE<br />

FLAINE, FRANCE<br />

Neilson Rating •••<br />

A popular, comfortable family hotel<br />

lying in the heart of Flaine Fôrum.<br />

French & English speaking staff keep<br />

children entertained with indoor and<br />

outdoor activities in multi-lingual groups<br />

for children from 18 months.<br />

FULL DETAILS SEE PAGE 287<br />

CODE: X60H02/HS2


HOTEL CRISTALLO<br />

KATSCHBERG, AUSTRIA<br />

Neilson Rating •••• +<br />

This luxury ski in-ski out property boasts<br />

a huge array of facilities for families.<br />

Children will love the family-only indoor<br />

pool, slide and spa area, plus games<br />

room and onsite children’s club for<br />

children from 3yrs.<br />

FULL DETAILS SEE PAGE 276<br />

CODE: WH1H00/HS0/HP0<br />

ALPENPARK RESORT & SPA<br />

SEEFELD, AUSTRIA<br />

Neilson Rating •••• +<br />

A large, luxurious hotel offering an endless<br />

list of spa and leisure facilities and a warm,<br />

friendly welcome for families. <strong>The</strong> hotel<br />

provides a children’s club for 3-11yrs.<br />

FULL DETAILS SEE PAGE 213<br />

CODE: W38H00<br />

HOTEL ELLMAUHOF<br />

HINTERGLEMM, AUSTRIA<br />

Neilson Rating ••••+<br />

<strong>The</strong> Ellmauhof offers ski in-ski out<br />

convenience and lots of family focused<br />

facilities and services within its comfortable,<br />

modern interiors. <strong>The</strong>re is hotel-run<br />

childcare for children aged from 1yr, all day<br />

and even an onsite farm!<br />

FULL DETAILS SEE PAGE 260<br />

CODE: W04H16<br />

HOTEL WIRLERHOF<br />

GALTÜR, AUSTRIA<br />

Neilson Rating ••••+/••••<br />

A quality hotel offering excellent facilities<br />

and brimming with Tyrolean character in a<br />

prime location opposite the ski base. A ski<br />

kindergarten & children’s ski area is directly<br />

opposite the hotel and the resort-run<br />

crèche is adjacent for children from 2yrs.<br />

FULL DETAILS SEE PAGE 217<br />

CODE: W35H00/HP0/HS0<br />

HOTEL ST HUBERTUS<br />

RAURIS, AUSTRIA<br />

Neilson Rating ••• +<br />

Next to the gondola, ski kindergarten<br />

and ski school meeting point, this<br />

property offers a fantastic location in the<br />

family-friendly resort of Rauris. Facilities<br />

include an indoor pool and cosy lounge<br />

and bar area.<br />

FULL DETAILS SEE PAGE 237<br />

CODE: WF6H02<br />

FAMILY HOLIDAYS<br />

HOLIDAY CLUB RESORT<br />

ÅRE, SWEDEN<br />

Neilson Rating •••• +<br />

Situated next to Åre’s lake, this large<br />

property offers stylish Scandinavian<br />

design and furnishings, quality dining<br />

options and state-of-the-art leisure<br />

facilities, plus a hotel-run crèche (0-3yrs)<br />

and children’s club.<br />

FULL DETAILS SEE PAGE 89<br />

CODE: Z30H08<br />

VESTLIA RESORT<br />

GEILO, NORWAY<br />

Neilson Rating •••• +/•••<br />

Modern, relaxed interiors, a luxury spa<br />

centre and a fantastic location at the<br />

Geilolia ski base. <strong>The</strong> hotel offers free use<br />

of the family pool and its’ brand new indoor<br />

play area. <strong>The</strong> resort run, Trollklubben<br />

crèche offers childcare for 0-7yr olds.<br />

FULL DETAILS SEE PAGE 77<br />

CODE: Z20H01<br />

PLANIBEL HOTEL<br />

LA THUILE, ITALY<br />

Neilson Rating ••• +<br />

Part of an impressive complex at the foot of<br />

the slopes, offering convenience and great<br />

amenities for families including leisure<br />

facilities, several onsite shops and a miniclub<br />

for 4-12yrs.<br />

FULL DETAILS SEE PAGE 197<br />

CODE: R88H00<br />

LAC SALIN MOUNTAIN SPA &<br />

RESORT<br />

LIVIGNO, ITALY<br />

Neilson Rating •••• +<br />

Conveniently located close to the slopes<br />

and ski school meeting place in San Rocco,<br />

this high quality hotel offers a children’s<br />

club for 4-12yr olds and a luxurious spa area<br />

for parents to relax.<br />

FULL DETAILS SEE PAGE 165<br />

CODE: R71H20<br />

POST ALPINA RESORT<br />

VERSCIACO, ITALY<br />

Neilson Rating •••• +<br />

A unqiue, family-orientated complex<br />

located next to the gentle children’s and<br />

nursery slopes in Versciaco. Facilities<br />

include a luxury spa centre and a free<br />

hotel-run children’s club for 3-12yr olds.<br />

FULL DETAILS SEE PAGE 195<br />

CODE: W36H00<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

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Relax...<br />

<strong>The</strong> Neilson experience is built around you; every holiday<br />

should be an uplifting experience. We understand that<br />

everyone is unique and rather special and those ‘one size fits<br />

all’ holidays just aren’t you, or us for that matter. That’s why we<br />

do things a little differently, so you can relax as hard as you like.


as hard as you like!<br />

Spa hotels<br />

Our philosophy is quite simple really.<br />

We want you to enjoy doing as much<br />

or as little as you like. That’s why we<br />

take the relaxing seriously too. Our<br />

selected ‘Revitalise’ Spa Hotels offer a<br />

wide range of health and beauty<br />

treatments in addition to a pool and<br />

wellness facilities, so you can lie back<br />

and be pampered. Look out for the Revitalise logo on<br />

hotels throughout the brochure, or visit<br />

www.neilson.co.uk/revitalise for a complete list of<br />

these properties.<br />

Boutique hotels<br />

Small, specialist, hand-picked hotels,<br />

offering personalized service, stylish<br />

accommodation, attention to detail<br />

and excellent cuisine. <strong>The</strong>se special<br />

places may not offer a wealth of<br />

facilities, but they ooze charm and are<br />

a cut above the ordinary. If you are<br />

looking for something a little bit<br />

special, or for a more romantic break then try a<br />

boutique hotel. Visit www.neilson.co.uk/boutique for<br />

a complete list.<br />

PREMIUM SELECTION<br />

‘Super Service’ chalet holidays<br />

<strong>The</strong> ultimate classic ski holiday<br />

involves staying in a cosy, snowtopped<br />

chalet. <strong>The</strong>n, after that hard<br />

day on the slopes, or of course a stint<br />

in the sauna, it’s time to refuel and<br />

indulge those taste buds. Sit back and<br />

enjoy the atmosphere as our trained<br />

chalet hosts prepare superb meals<br />

using fresh produce; be it that interesting local cheese<br />

or spicy sausage. We offer the added extras shown<br />

below in our small selection of designated ‘Super<br />

Service’ chalets operating throughout the season:<br />

• Cosy duvets and pillows with a mid-week linen &<br />

towel change<br />

• Bathrobes & slippers in every bedroom<br />

• Complimentary toiletries<br />

• Complimentary mixers for your duty free<br />

More about the Neilson ‘Super Service’ on page 24.<br />

Neilson all season ‘Super Service’<br />

chalets<br />

Chalet Brigitta, Arabba 177<br />

Chalet Chardonnet du Lac, Tignes 319<br />

Chalet Chartreuse, Les Deux Alpes 331<br />

Chalet Edelweiss, Alpe d’Huez 321<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

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Chalet charm<br />

Plenty of fresh air, that special light, that<br />

ride, that last awesome run of the day.<br />

Whatever, it was a great day and it’s not<br />

over yet. Shake the last of the snow off and<br />

step into your home away from home - a<br />

place you can enjoy as much as the slopes.<br />

<strong>The</strong> kettle’s on, the fire’s crackling and the smell of<br />

fresh cake is making your mouth water. Best of all you<br />

don’t have to lift a finger! <strong>The</strong> only problem is leaving<br />

just enough room for that sumptuous three course<br />

supper, complimentary wine and freshly brewed<br />

coffee. And don’t forget to prepare stories to swap<br />

over an après drink or two.<br />

We’ve been perfecting our chalet experience for years<br />

and we like to think we’ve got it just right. Our unique<br />

and charming chalets nestle in the heart of some of<br />

the best European and Scandinavian resorts. Whilst<br />

the atmosphere is relaxed and informal like home,<br />

you’ll also find some great facilities such as hot tubs,<br />

saunas and even pools in some, plus, iPod docking<br />

stations in all our chalets so you can relax listening to<br />

your favourite tunes.<br />

Expect a warm welcome from our attentive and<br />

superb chalet team, who’ll share both their local<br />

knowledge and their apple strudel recipes with you.<br />

<strong>The</strong>y’ll cook, clean and keep you entertained. <strong>The</strong>y’ll<br />

go that extra mile to make sure your chalet experience<br />

is something to remember. Even if it’s playing<br />

backgammon with you or knowing when to merge<br />

into the background so you can enjoy some quality<br />

time with friends.<br />

With just enough energy to fall asleep under a soft<br />

duvet, your only concern will be how on earth you’ll<br />

make room for breakfast!<br />

Great value for money<br />

Chalet holidays offer a sociable base plus excellent<br />

value for your money. Just look what is included in the<br />

basic holiday price:<br />

• Daily breakfast<br />

• Daily afternoon tea, bread, jam and freshly<br />

baked cake<br />

• Home cooked, hearty three course evening meals<br />

(on 6 nights)<br />

• Free wine served with dinner and after dinner coffee<br />

• Daily housekeeping<br />

• Ipod docking station, TV, DVD & board games<br />

• Bed linen and towels with midweek change<br />

Christmas celebrations<br />

Christmas in a Neilson chalet is hard to beat! All<br />

chalets are festively decorated and Christmas is<br />

celebrated in style with aperitifs served before a full<br />

traditional Christmas dinner for guests of all ages.<br />

Roast turkey with all the trimmings and free wine<br />

followed by Christmas pudding and mince pies.<br />

‘Super Service’ chalet holidays<br />

Some guests want a little bit more and<br />

we do our best to oblige. <strong>The</strong> ‘Super<br />

Service’ brings added meal and drink<br />

enhancements. Four of our chalets<br />

offer this service on all dates<br />

throughout the season – see the table<br />

opposite and the information on page<br />

23. Groups booking a whole chalet<br />

and wanting to indulge themselves can upgrade to<br />

the ‘Super Service’ package for just £55 per person<br />

per week. This brings all the meal and drink<br />

enhancements listed below, available as long as your<br />

group takes the whole chalet.<br />

• Welcome glass of sparkling wine<br />

• Hearty cooked breakfasts<br />

• Daily snacks for the slopes<br />

• Afternoon tea, vin chaud, bread, jam, biscuits and<br />

a freshly baked cake<br />

• Aperitifs served with pre-dinner snacks<br />

• Four course evening meal (on 6 nights)<br />

• A selection of wines served with dinner<br />

• Fresh coffee and mints after dinner<br />

What’s included<br />

Neilson Chalets<br />

• Hearty breakfast with a hot option every morning<br />

• Afternoon tea with a freshly baked cake every day<br />

• Satisfying, home-cooked, three course evening<br />

meal six nights a week served with complimentary<br />

wine and after dinner coffee<br />

Neilson Lodges<br />

• Hearty breakfast with a hot option every morning<br />

• Afternoon tea and a freshly baked cake daily<br />

• Delicious three course evening meal six nights a<br />

week, giving you the opportunity to try a local<br />

restaurant one night


CHALET HOLIDAYS<br />

Page Resort Accommodation Property Prices Sleeps Neilson Ski to the All 3/4 bed Facilities Log Chalet<br />

code from rating door ensuite rooms fire staff<br />

‘SUPER SERVICE’ Chalets<br />

321<br />

331<br />

319<br />

177<br />

Alpe d’Huez<br />

Les Deux Alpes<br />

Tignes<br />

Arabba<br />

X07C03<br />

X08C07<br />

X00C04<br />

R47C09<br />

Chalet Edelweiss<br />

Chalet Chartreuse<br />

Chalet Chardonnet Du Lac<br />

Chalet Brigitta<br />

585<br />

449<br />

439<br />

565<br />

16<br />

18<br />

22/23<br />

18<br />

••••<br />

•••• +<br />

••••<br />

••••<br />

✓<br />

✓<br />

✓<br />

✓<br />

✓<br />

✓<br />

S<br />

S, HT<br />

S, HT<br />

✓<br />

✓<br />

✓<br />

Live in<br />

Live in<br />

Live in<br />

Live out<br />

FINLAND Chalets<br />

99<br />

103<br />

103<br />

Ylläs<br />

Levi<br />

Levi<br />

Z51C01<br />

Z50C00<br />

Z50C00<br />

Chalet Aurora<br />

Chalet K5 I<br />

Chalet K5 II<br />

509<br />

459<br />

459<br />

12<br />

8/9<br />

8/9<br />

••••<br />

••••<br />

••••<br />

✓<br />

✓<br />

S<br />

S<br />

S<br />

✓<br />

✓<br />

✓<br />

Live out<br />

Live out<br />

Live out<br />

NORWAY Chalets<br />

79<br />

79<br />

79<br />

79<br />

Geilo<br />

Geilo<br />

Geilo<br />

Geilo<br />

Z20C00<br />

Z20C01<br />

Z20C02<br />

Z20C03<br />

Forest Chalet I<br />

Forest Chalet II<br />

Forest Chalet III<br />

Forest Chalet IV<br />

389<br />

395<br />

395<br />

389<br />

10<br />

8<br />

8<br />

10<br />

••••<br />

••••<br />

••••<br />

••••<br />

✓<br />

✓<br />

✓<br />

✓<br />

S, HT<br />

S, HT<br />

S, HT<br />

S, HT<br />

✓<br />

✓<br />

✓<br />

✓<br />

Live out<br />

Live out<br />

Live out<br />

Live out<br />

SWEDEN Chalets<br />

93 Vemdalen Z31C00 Chalet Anders 369 12 •••• + ✓ S ✓ Live in<br />

ITALY Chalets<br />

179<br />

179<br />

201<br />

Arabba<br />

Arabba<br />

Sauze d’Oulx<br />

R47C04<br />

R47C00<br />

R81C00<br />

Chalet Belvedere<br />

Chalet Karin<br />

Chalet Le Valentin<br />

499<br />

479<br />

429<br />

10/12<br />

12/13<br />

17<br />

••• +<br />

••• +<br />

•• +<br />

✓<br />

✓<br />

✓<br />

✓<br />

✓<br />

✓<br />

Live out<br />

Live out<br />

Live in<br />

FRANCE Chalets<br />

321<br />

323<br />

323<br />

353<br />

353<br />

289<br />

359<br />

303<br />

303<br />

296<br />

296<br />

291<br />

291<br />

331<br />

329<br />

329<br />

347<br />

347<br />

339<br />

339<br />

351<br />

335<br />

315<br />

317<br />

313<br />

365<br />

365<br />

Alpe D’Huez<br />

Alpe d’Huez<br />

Alpe d’Huez<br />

Courchevel 1650<br />

Courchevel 1650<br />

Flaine<br />

Les Menuires<br />

Les Arcs 2000<br />

Les Arcs 2000<br />

Belle Plagne<br />

Belle Plagne<br />

La Rosière<br />

La Rosière<br />

Les Deux Alpes<br />

Les Deux Alpes<br />

Les Deux Alpes<br />

Méribel<br />

Méribel<br />

Montgenèvre<br />

Montgenèvre<br />

Mottaret<br />

Serre Chevalier<br />

Tignes<br />

Tignes<br />

Val d’Isère<br />

Val Thorens<br />

Val Thorens<br />

X07C06<br />

X07C04<br />

X07C05<br />

XB4C20<br />

XB4C21<br />

X60C02<br />

XB1C02<br />

XC5C00<br />

XC5C01<br />

X03C05<br />

X03C01<br />

X87C01<br />

X87C00<br />

X08C06<br />

X08C04<br />

X08C09<br />

XC0C00<br />

XC0C01<br />

RA0C03<br />

RA0C02<br />

X05C09<br />

R86C01<br />

X00C09<br />

X00C05<br />

X01C04<br />

X02C09<br />

X02C08<br />

Chalet Diane<br />

Chalet Le Lac Blanc I<br />

Chalet Le Lac Blanc II<br />

Chalet Montagnettes I<br />

Chalet Montagnettes II<br />

Chalet Hameau de Flaine<br />

Chalet Reberty<br />

Chalet de L’Ours I<br />

Chalet de L’Ours II<br />

Chalet Montagnettes Belle Plagne<br />

Chalet Balcon de Belle Plagne<br />

Chalet Balcons de La Rosière<br />

Chalet La Bergerie<br />

Chalet Alexandre<br />

Chalet L’Olan<br />

Chalet Glacier<br />

Chalet Chez Menor<br />

Chalet Chardonnet<br />

Chalet Petit Clautre<br />

Chalet Génépy<br />

Chalet Clementine<br />

Chalet Henriette<br />

Chalet Les Andes<br />

Chalet L’Armoise<br />

Chalet La Vieille Maison<br />

Chalet Orchis<br />

Chalet Nemone<br />

539<br />

549<br />

549<br />

579<br />

579<br />

429<br />

555<br />

539<br />

549<br />

545<br />

519<br />

485<br />

549<br />

409<br />

369<br />

369<br />

585<br />

579<br />

509<br />

509<br />

569<br />

499<br />

459<br />

399<br />

439<br />

549<br />

549<br />

14/16<br />

14<br />

14<br />

8/10<br />

8<br />

12<br />

16/19<br />

14<br />

16<br />

9/10<br />

12/15<br />

11<br />

19<br />

14/18<br />

10/13<br />

8/9<br />

14<br />

16<br />

12<br />

12<br />

10<br />

8/10<br />

20/24<br />

12<br />

12<br />

10/12<br />

10/12<br />

••••<br />

••• +<br />

••• +<br />

••• +<br />

••• +<br />

••• +<br />

••• +<br />

••••<br />

••••<br />

•••<br />

•••<br />

•••<br />

••••<br />

••••<br />

•••<br />

•••<br />

••••<br />

••• +<br />

•••<br />

••• +<br />

••• +<br />

•• +<br />

•••••<br />

•••<br />

•••<br />

••• +<br />

••• +<br />

✓<br />

✓<br />

✓<br />

✓<br />

✓<br />

✓<br />

✓<br />

✓<br />

✓<br />

✓<br />

✓<br />

✓<br />

✓<br />

✓<br />

✓<br />

✓<br />

✓<br />

✓<br />

✓<br />

✓<br />

✓<br />

✓<br />

✓<br />

✓<br />

✓<br />

✓<br />

✓<br />

✓<br />

S, HT<br />

S, HT<br />

S<br />

S, HT<br />

S, P<br />

S, P<br />

S, HT<br />

S, P<br />

S<br />

S, P<br />

S, P<br />

S, P<br />

✓<br />

✓<br />

✓<br />

✓<br />

✓<br />

✓<br />

✓<br />

✓<br />

✓<br />

✓<br />

✓<br />

✓<br />

✓<br />

✓<br />

✓<br />

✓<br />

✓<br />

✓<br />

✓<br />

✓<br />

✓<br />

✓<br />

✓<br />

Live in<br />

Live in<br />

Live in<br />

Live out<br />

Live out<br />

Live out<br />

Live in<br />

Live out<br />

Live out<br />

Live out<br />

Live out<br />

Live out<br />

Live in<br />

Live in<br />

Live in<br />

Live in<br />

Live out<br />

Live in<br />

Live out<br />

Live out<br />

Live in<br />

Live in<br />

Live in<br />

Live in<br />

Live in<br />

Live out<br />

Live out<br />

AUSTRIA Chalets<br />

258 Saalbach W17C01/CS1 Chalet Juliane 439 17/22 ••• + ✓ Live in<br />

FRANCE Hotels and Lodges<br />

327 Les Deux Alpes X08H08 Hotel Aalborg 389 161 ••• ✓ ✓ ✓ S Live in<br />

AUSTRIA Hotels and Lodges<br />

251<br />

245<br />

Kitzbühel<br />

Söll<br />

W02H28<br />

W01H21/H22<br />

Hotel Tyrol<br />

Lodge Mounty<br />

469<br />

339<br />

88/110<br />

38/42<br />

•••<br />

•••<br />

✓ ✓<br />

✓<br />

Live in<br />

Live in<br />

S = Sauna, HT = Hot Tub, P = Swimming Pool<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

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Pick a winner!<br />

At the end of every holiday we ask all our guests to complete<br />

a questionnaire so that we can continually monitor and<br />

improve the quality of our holidays. Based on this feedback,<br />

our highest scoring suppliers, from hotels to airlines, chalets<br />

to ski schools, are awarded our highly coveted ‘Marque of<br />

Excellence’ Award. Look out for the logo throughout our<br />

brochure for both ‘Winner’ and ‘Highly Commended’ – it’s<br />

an assurance that those properties and service providers go<br />

that little bit further to exceed your holiday expectations. <strong>The</strong><br />

overall winners from each category, based on feedback from<br />

the last ski season, are shown below:<br />

Marque of Excellence winners 2009<br />

Hotel – Best Overall Performers<br />

Fairmont Chateau Whistler, Whistler, Canada, page 47<br />

Hotel Kempinski Grand Arena, Bansko, Bulgaria, page 137<br />

Hotel Wirlerhof, Galtür, Austria, page 217<br />

Hotel Galli, Livigno, Italy, page 165<br />

Aparthotel on Piste, Yllas, Finland, page 100<br />

Vestlia Resort, Geilo, Norway, page 77<br />

Sorgardana Apartments, Vemdalen, Sweden, page 93<br />

Hotel Nordic, El Tarter, Andorra, page 154<br />

Hotel La Farandole, Les Deux Alpes, France, page 332<br />

Neilson Chalet Winner<br />

Neilson Forest Chalet I, Geilo, Norway<br />

Ski/Snowboard School<br />

Soldeu/El Tarter Ski School<br />

Equipment Rental Shop<br />

Ski & Board Margreiter, Oberau, Austria


MAKE AN INFORMED CHOICE<br />

It’s a respect thing<br />

Our philosophy is simple really; we love to get out there and do our thing on the<br />

mountains. So it’s natural to respect the environment – after all it’s our playground and<br />

we want to protect it for future generations. As a company, we know that going on<br />

holiday has an impact on the local population, wildlife and ecology. We aim to limit the<br />

effects these holidays have on the environment - it’s a long term investment that our<br />

children will thank us for. It’s a respect thing. If you’ve been up the mountains under clear<br />

blue skies you’ll know what we’re talking about.<br />

<strong>Travel</strong>ife sustainable hotels<br />

<strong>The</strong> European Union has funded this independent<br />

initiative to help tourism businesses work in a<br />

sustainable way, covering responsibility to the<br />

environment, employees and local communities. It is<br />

supported by the Federation of Tour Operators in the<br />

UK and its members - which include Neilson. We send<br />

communications to all our suppliers about initiatives<br />

from <strong>Travel</strong>ife and encourage them to adopt the<br />

<strong>Travel</strong>ife standards.<br />

For further information on our Responsible Business<br />

Policy and other initiatives currently being undertaken<br />

by Neilson, please click on<br />

www.neilson.co.uk/responsibletravel or:<br />

email: responsible.business@neilson.com<br />

<strong>The</strong> travel foundation<br />

We’re big supporters of this UK charity that develops<br />

practical solutions to help improve and protect<br />

holiday destinations, their natural environments,<br />

traditions and cultures. <strong>The</strong> <strong>Travel</strong> Foundation have<br />

developed a website that is full of ideas and case<br />

studies to support hoteliers and lift companies to<br />

reduce their impact on the environment. We<br />

encourage all our suppliers to visit it:<br />

www.makesnowsportsgreener.com.<br />

Find out more about <strong>The</strong> <strong>Travel</strong> Foundation at:<br />

www.thetravelfoundation.org.uk.<br />

Neilson best practises<br />

Our overseas offices have adopted widespread use of<br />

low energy light bulbs, heat conservation and<br />

scanners in place of faxes. In Scandinavia and Italy<br />

paper free offices deal with all reservations by email –<br />

saving on paper usage…. what they do use is<br />

recycled. And, just to get very technical, our staff<br />

accommodation in Are, Sweden is heated by Geo-<br />

<strong>The</strong>rmo energy!<br />

A day out in Bulgaria<br />

At the end of last winter our Borovets team in Bulgaria<br />

enjoyed a delightful day with the children from the<br />

local orphanage. Throughout the season they<br />

collected different items from customers such as<br />

toiletries, clothes, chocolates and toys. Everything was<br />

given to the children who were very appreciative. <strong>The</strong><br />

children had been looking forward to spending a day<br />

in Borovets with the team and were very happy to<br />

dine out on pizza, ride the gondola, fling snowballs,<br />

warm up with hot chocolate then dance away into<br />

the evening.<br />

Eat local<br />

Our overseas teams are keen to identify local produce<br />

available in each destination such as salmon, sausage,<br />

ham, cheese and chocolate. Buying this local produce<br />

keeps the surrounding economy going and supports<br />

the local producers.<br />

This brochure is also available as a paper-free<br />

downloadable PDF from our website. You can help<br />

too, by recycling it or, even better, passing it on to a<br />

friend!<br />

When you have finished with this brochure please recycle it<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

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Discover Switzerland<br />

Our sister company, Swiss <strong>Travel</strong> Service, offers a wide<br />

selection of winter holidays to Switzerland, many of which<br />

are also featured in this brochure on pages 110-127.<br />

This destination offers a superb selection of high altitude<br />

resorts, spectacular scenery, unspoiled villages and<br />

world-famous mountains.<br />

ABTA No.V2185<br />

freshers’ weeks<br />

•FREE Beginners’ Lift Pass<br />

•FREE Tuition<br />

•FREE Equipment Rental<br />

Ever wanted to have a go at skiing, but just never got<br />

round to it? Have friends who have never dared to try,<br />

but wish they could join the fun? Well, 2010 is the<br />

year to take the leap and hit the slopes for FREE!<br />

Neilson Freshers’ Weeks 2010 means there are a<br />

limited number of ‘Freshers’ Ski Packs’ available to first<br />

time skiers in selected resorts in January and March<br />

2010*.<br />

This means that the lift pass, equipment hire and<br />

tuition are all free for the week – all you need to pay<br />

for is the basic holiday cost. It’s a great way to get<br />

started.<br />

It’s easy to take part<br />

Just take a look at www.neilson.co.uk/Freshers.aspx<br />

and choose which resort and accommodation<br />

interests you. <strong>The</strong>n call our dedicated Freshers’ Week<br />

reservation line on 0844 879 8150 and let our friendly<br />

sales agents talk you through it and add the ‘Freshers’<br />

Ski Pack to your booking†.<br />

* Destinations and weeks of operation of the scheme<br />

were not available at the time of printing this brochure.<br />

†Places are limited so please check availability before<br />

making your booking. Freshers’ Ski Packs are<br />

for complete beginners only, see page 370.<br />

• Featuring 17 world class ski resorts<br />

• A range of accommodation from 2 star<br />

pensions to 5 star full-service hotels<br />

• Short breaks, weekends and longer stays<br />

• Scheduled flights from London, Birmingham<br />

& Manchester, plus business class upgrades<br />

• Eurostar and Eurotunnel travel options<br />

• Hundreds of money-saving offers including<br />

free nights, no single supplements, free room<br />

upgrades and free lift passes<br />

• ABTA & ATOL protected<br />

For a brochure or to book<br />

Click on to<br />

swisstravelski.co.uk<br />

Call now on 0844 879 8002<br />

or see your local travel agent<br />

Calls to 0844 cost 5p per minute at all times, from BT fixed lines<br />

(mobile and other providers’ charges may vary).


Tailormade Canada & USA<br />

We know that your holiday time is precious<br />

– that’s why we offer fully flexible holidays<br />

to any destination in Canada and the USA.<br />

You can either choose something straight<br />

from the brochure or we can tailor-make<br />

your holiday to start on any day, travel with<br />

your choice of airline and last however<br />

long, or short, as you would like. You can<br />

visit multiple centres or add in a city stay.<br />

We take pride in the level of care and<br />

personal assistance we provide to make<br />

sure you enjoy the holiday of your dreams.<br />

Simply call our dedicated reservations team<br />

to discuss, plan or book your ideal trip.<br />

Baseball match, USA<br />

Vancouver harbour<br />

Vancouver - host City to the 2010<br />

Winter Olympics<br />

Spend a few days stay in Vancouver - an amazing<br />

combination of ‘big city’ and ‘the great outdoors’.<br />

It lies at the edge of the Pacific Ocean, close to the<br />

mountains, with spectacular views in every direction.<br />

It is one of the only places in the world where it is<br />

possible to ski/snowboard, hike and golf - all on the<br />

same day! <strong>The</strong> city will host the 2010 Olympic and<br />

Paralympic Winter Games taking place from February<br />

12th to 21st March 2010. A scenic tour on a float<br />

plane taking off from and landing back on the water is<br />

a truely unique experience.<br />

<strong>The</strong>re are many things to see, do (& eat!) in this<br />

vibrant city- and with a free hop-on hop-off Big Bus<br />

tour worth $35 included for every Neilson city stay<br />

guest, it’s easy to see all the downtown attractions.<br />

Big Bus operates vintage double deckers and retro<br />

convertible open-air buses with fully narrated 22 stop,<br />

90 minute tours taking place throughout the day.<br />

Details of the three hotels we offer are on page 45.<br />

Fairmont Queen Elizabeth, Montreal<br />

IT’S ALL ABOUT YOU<br />

Denver- ‘Mile High City’<br />

When visiting the States why not add on a few extra<br />

days in Denver? Founded in 1858 Denver has just<br />

turned 150 years old and is one of only two cities in<br />

America with eight professional sports teams! It’s built at<br />

altitude, one mile to be precise - a round brass cap<br />

embedded in the western entrance stairs of the State<br />

Capitol marks the spot. It’s the perfect blend of outdoor<br />

adventure and urban sophistication - a place where<br />

aerospace engineers rub elbows with rock climbers at<br />

local brewpubs, at art festivals, or while strolling the<br />

shopping malls. Explore its neighborhoods, each with<br />

unique charm and make time to visit the boutiques,<br />

galleries and restaurants nestled in areas outside the<br />

vibrant downtown.<br />

Hotel details on page 38.<br />

Montreal- City of Jazz and<br />

Festivals<br />

We recommend visiting Mont Tremblant then<br />

spending a few extra nights in Montreal - one of two<br />

large islands lying in the St. Lawrence River and the<br />

largest city in Quebec with a population of 3.5 million.<br />

It is the place to experience old world charm<br />

alongside the French inspired ‘joie de vivre’ and a<br />

modern style all of its own. Take a leisurely stroll<br />

through the districts and absorb the vibrant<br />

atmosphere, visit the historic sites, sample the<br />

amazing cuisine in one of the many award winning<br />

restaurants then sway the night away in a jazz bar!<br />

<strong>The</strong> city has developed a fantastic way to beat the<br />

winter temperatures – they have built an incredible<br />

underground, interlinked complex with 29km of<br />

walkways with over 2000 shops! Host to over 40<br />

festivals annually, the city offers entertainment for the<br />

whole family in summer or winter!<br />

Hotel details on page 66.<br />

Neilsons’ resorts in Canada & USA<br />

Whistler, Canada 44<br />

Kicking Horse, Canada 51<br />

Banff, Canada 54<br />

Lake Louise, Canada 61<br />

Mont Tremblant, Canada 64<br />

Breckenridge, USA 36<br />

Vail, USA 33<br />

Winter Park, USA 40<br />

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WELCOME TO USA<br />

<strong>The</strong>re is rarely a queue to get onto<br />

the high-speed lifts, which will<br />

whisk you up to the top of a wide<br />

open, perfectly groomed slope.<br />

<strong>The</strong> lift attendants will always say<br />

hello, and the mountain “hosts”<br />

will be happy to show you their<br />

mountain for free. With no<br />

waiting in queues and little time<br />

sitting on chairlifts, you will find<br />

yourself skiing many miles each<br />

day – so its just as well that the<br />

restaurants all serve huge portions<br />

at good value prices.<br />

• Neilson Service - your<br />

representatives are available<br />

24 hours a day either in resort or<br />

by telephone. You'll be warmly<br />

welcomed wherever you go & the<br />

local service is superb.<br />

• Children under 12 years old stay<br />

for a set price - depending on the<br />

date of travel & airline.<br />

• <strong>The</strong>re are many great offers for free<br />

lift passes &/or equipment hire.<br />

Look out for these on the ski pack<br />

panels - pre-book where there are<br />

offers for the best prices.<br />

• Two centre holidays - make the<br />

most of your time away and visit<br />

two resorts. See page 380 for<br />

details.<br />

• All our resorts offer a free “ski host”<br />

service, which means you can turn<br />

up at the designated time and<br />

place, and a friendly local guide<br />

will take you on a tour of the<br />

mountain.<br />

• When you go shopping don’t<br />

forget to add the relevant ‘sales<br />

tax’ to the price displayed. <strong>The</strong>y<br />

don’t include it in the advertised<br />

price, but it’s always added when<br />

you get to the checkout.<br />

• Always carry your passport with<br />

you if you intend to buy an<br />

alcoholic drink. You will almost<br />

always be asked for ID – even if<br />

you look twice the legal drinking<br />

age of 21.<br />

• Because of the high altitude of<br />

American resorts it is possible that<br />

some people may suffer from<br />

altitude sickness. Our tip is to drink<br />

plenty of water and to take things<br />

easy for the first 24 hrs.<br />

• <strong>The</strong>re are revised entry guidelines<br />

for the USA - see important entry<br />

requirements of page 376.<br />

Breckenridge 36-39<br />

Vail 33-35<br />

Winter Park 40-42<br />

Vail<br />

Breckenridge<br />

<strong>The</strong> resorts in the USA are some of the<br />

best-designed and managed ski areas<br />

you will find in the world.<br />

Winter Park<br />

DENVER<br />

<strong>The</strong> ultimate ski rental service<br />

with Black Tie<br />

All rentals in our USA resorts* are<br />

with the award winning team at<br />

Black Tie – their service is second<br />

to none!<br />

1. Pre-book your equipment with Neilson.<br />

2. When you arrive in resort make contact with your<br />

personal ski concierge to arrange a convenient time<br />

to custom fit your equipment in the comfort of your<br />

accommodation.<br />

3. <strong>The</strong>re is follow up on-slope service to check the<br />

equipment if you need it and ensure you're making<br />

the most of your ski vacation.<br />

4. Return at your leisure: When you are ready to return<br />

your equipment just call for easy collection all of your<br />

gear.<br />

*Except Winter Park.


GOOD FOR BEGINNERS • GOOD FOR FAMILIES • LIVELY NIGHTLIFE • DENVER CITY ADD ON<br />

ACTIVITIES<br />

•Ice Skating<br />

•Tubing<br />

•Snowmobiling<br />

•Snowshoeing<br />

•Tobogganing<br />

•Dogsledding<br />

•Horse Riding<br />

ADVENTURE RIDGE<br />

Visit Vail’s moutain top activity<br />

centre which offers fun activities<br />

for all the family throughout the<br />

day and well into the evening.<br />

<strong>The</strong>re are ski bikes, a kids’<br />

snowmobile track, a slippery<br />

slope of tubing lanes,<br />

snowshoeing & even a<br />

trampoline. It’s the prefect<br />

place for anyone looking for<br />

some unique fun!<br />

SNOWMOBILING<br />

Experience the feel of powered<br />

travel over snow while seeing<br />

more of the surrounding<br />

mountain scenery. <strong>The</strong>re are a<br />

number of itineraries to choose<br />

from suitable for those who<br />

have never driven a<br />

snowmobile before, through to<br />

expert.<br />

FACTORY OUTLET SHOPPING<br />

Take a day to shop ‘til you drop at the<br />

well known factory shopping outlet<br />

‘Silverthorne’. Timberland, <strong>The</strong> Gap &<br />

Tommy Hilfiger are just few of the<br />

stores. It’s approx. 10 miles away &<br />

serviced by the county’s free shuttle<br />

bus which runs throughout the day.<br />

Vail is widely recognised and often<br />

voted one of the top ski resorts in the<br />

world.<br />

Purpose built in traditional Tyrolean<br />

style, this charming traffic-free resort<br />

is famed for its luxury, creature<br />

comforts and service. It is very<br />

picturesque - sometimes you may be<br />

tempted to think that you are actually<br />

in Austria, but with the excellent<br />

service, top standard tuition, wide<br />

variety of après-ski, fine cuisine and<br />

exciting shopping all on hand - this is<br />

America at its best.<br />

<strong>The</strong> ski area is incredible due to the<br />

variety of well signposted terrain. <strong>The</strong><br />

runs are long, wide and fun with<br />

mountain restaurants situated at<br />

strategic points throughout the area.<br />

<strong>The</strong> famous back-bowls are a<br />

playground for powder hounds with<br />

acres of gladed and non-gladed runs<br />

to perfect your technique. Ideal for<br />

skiers of every level of ability and for<br />

rubbing shoulders with VIPs!<br />

VAIL – USA<br />

“with the excellent<br />

service, top<br />

standard tuition,<br />

wide variety of<br />

après-ski, fine<br />

cuisine and exciting<br />

shopping all on<br />

hand - this is<br />

America at its best.”<br />

BEGINNERS<br />

INTERMEDIATES<br />

ADVANCED<br />

OFF-PISTE<br />

NON <strong>SKI</strong>ERS<br />

FAMILIES<br />

NIGHTLIFE<br />

MOUNTAIN<br />

Skiing Altitude 2475m-3525m<br />

Resort Altitude 2500m<br />

Pistes 5289 acres<br />

Number of Runs 193<br />

18% 29% 53%<br />

Number of lifts 34<br />

Drags 10 / Chairs 23 / Gondolas 1<br />

Longest Run 6.4km<br />

Direction of Slopes N,S,E,W<br />

Terrain Parks yes<br />

Half Pipe yes<br />

Cross Country Trails 17km<br />

Night Skiing no<br />

Mountain Restaurants 16<br />

Snowmaking 7%<br />

Resort Ski Bus yes<br />

FAMILY<br />

Fair Excellent<br />

Babycare 2m-29m<br />

Crèche 30m-6yrs<br />

Ski School 3yrs+<br />

See page 373 or<br />

neilson.co.uk/childcare for more info.<br />

TRAVEL<br />

Departure Airport Heathrow<br />

Destination Airport Denver<br />

Season 12 Dec–19 Apr<br />

Departure Day Everyday<br />

Flight Guide See page 385<br />

Transfer Time 2 hours<br />

Private taxi transfers available<br />

Car Hire See page 380<br />

TAILOR MADE<br />

Any date, any duration, any flight or<br />

combination<br />

Please Call 0845 70 3460<br />

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USA – VAIL<br />

AUSTRIA HAUS HOTEL<br />

Ideally located in the heart of Vail Village, the Austria Haus Hotel is a<br />

European style hotel with good facilities and a warm and hospitable<br />

atmosphere. <strong>The</strong> hotel is a short walk away from the Vista Bahn chairlift<br />

and the vibrant pedestrianised village of Vail.<br />

FACILITIES†: 24 hour reception<br />

•Outdoor pool •Hot tub •Fitness<br />

room •Lobby and lounge area<br />

•Library •Room service •Free wifi<br />

•Free slope side ski storage<br />

LUPINE ROOMS (2 PEOPLE): King<br />

bedroom, cable TV, DVD player,<br />

Bose radio and full bathroom.<br />

COLUMBINE ROOMS (2-4<br />

PEOPLE): Larger with one king or<br />

two double beds. Facilities as above.<br />

EVERGREEN LODGE<br />

<strong>The</strong> Evergreen Lodge is a comfortable hotel with good facilities and<br />

friendly staff. <strong>The</strong> hotel is within walking distance of the slopes and the<br />

many shops and restaurants available in both Lion Square and Vail. <strong>The</strong><br />

free town shuttle service stops outside the hotel.<br />

FACILITIES†: Restaurant •Bar<br />

•Lobby area with fireplace •Two<br />

saunas & indoor king size hot tub<br />

•Outdoor pool •Games room •Free<br />

wifi in public areas<br />

ROOMS (2-4 PEOPLE): Two queen<br />

beds, cable TV, mini fridge, coffee<br />

maker, hairdryer, full bathroom and<br />

town or valley view. Mountain view<br />

rooms are available at a supplement.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Bed & Breakfast.<br />

Continental buffet breakfast.<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 25<br />

PROPERTY CODE: USUF00/U31H07<br />

BOARD BASIS: Continental<br />

Breakfast<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 133<br />

PROPERTY CODE: USUF01/U31H10<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk/vail call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

Neilson Rating ••••<br />

CENTRAL LOCATION<br />

OUTDOOR POOL<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free entry to fitness<br />

room, daily newspaper,<br />

morning tea & coffee<br />

facilities<br />

Free ski storage on the<br />

mountain<br />

Neilson Rating •••+<br />

OUTDOOR POOL<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free gift in each room<br />

on arrival


TAILOR MADE FOR YOU<br />

<strong>The</strong> Neilson Specialist Team is ready to advise on all aspects of your<br />

holiday to Vail. Please give us a call to discuss your holiday ideas, or<br />

with your chosen travel dates, choice of airline & accommodation so<br />

that we can put together a competitive quote.<br />

It’s your precious holiday time, so we understand just how important it is<br />

to get the most from your time away. Choose any duration, combine your<br />

stay with another resort, take a regular shared resort transfer bus or hire<br />

your own vehicle, upgrade your flight or maybe add a city stay in Denver<br />

to the start or end of your holiday. <strong>The</strong>re’s simply so much to see and do!<br />

Please call 0845 070 3460.<br />

VAIL PLAZA HOTEL & CLUB<br />

A delightful and elegant hotel in the heart of the pedestrian area of Vail,<br />

just a short walk from the Vista Bahn chairlift. Vail Plaza is luxuriously<br />

furnished and offers excellent cuisine.<br />

FACILITIES†: 24 hour reception<br />

•Two restaurants (fine & casual<br />

dining) •Bar •Wifi<br />

SPA FEATURES†: Free use of small<br />

outdoor pool •Sauna, steam room<br />

•Hot tub & fitness room •Spa<br />

treatments<br />

Important information about spa<br />

facilities - please see page 375.<br />

ROOMS (2-4 PEOPLE): Two queen<br />

beds, flatscreen TV, hairdryer and<br />

full bathroom. Rooms may have<br />

limited or restricted views.<br />

DENVER CITY STAY<br />

This is Colorado’s capitol City; it’s<br />

a thriving metropolis lying 1 mile<br />

above sea level at the edge of the<br />

vast Rocky Mountain range. Why<br />

not add a couple of days to your<br />

ski holiday so that you can visit<br />

Cherry Creek Mall & shop in one<br />

of the most elegant<br />

We are proud to work with British<br />

Airways, the UK’s largest<br />

international scheduled airline<br />

with a convenient daily direct<br />

departure from Heathrow.<br />

SUPERIOR ROOMS (2-4 PEOPLE):<br />

With two queen beds, flatscreen TV,<br />

view, hairdryer and full bathroom.<br />

Some rooms have a balcony.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Bed & Breakfast.<br />

American style breakfast.<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 138<br />

PROPERTY CODE: USUF04/U31H09<br />

GUIDE ‘FROM’ PRICES for accommodation only, per person per night*<br />

neighbourhoods, or sip a local<br />

beer in one of the Highlands<br />

district's relaxed bars, take in a<br />

baseball game or head to Capitol<br />

Hill to discover Denver's thriving<br />

live music scene?<br />

Stay at the all American Curtis<br />

Hotel – full details on page 38.<br />

‘World <strong>Travel</strong>ler’, ‘World <strong>Travel</strong>ler<br />

Plus’, ‘Club World’ & ‘First’ seat<br />

classes to choose from. Handy<br />

online check-in service is also<br />

available from the privacy of your<br />

home PC, from 24 hours prior to<br />

departure with preferred seat<br />

selection & boarding pass<br />

printing services.<br />

Flight information on page 385.<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk/vail call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

VAIL – USA<br />

Neilson Rating •••••<br />

CENTRAL LOCATION<br />

OUTDOOR POOL<br />

WELLNESS AREA<br />

GOOD FOR GROUPS<br />

FOUR OR MORE<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free wifi & daily<br />

newspaper<br />

Free use of pool, hot<br />

tubs, sauna & steam<br />

room<br />

A handpicked selection of hotels<br />

offering first class spa facilities<br />

PROPERTY CODE BOARD BASIS ADULTS<br />

SHARING<br />

ROOM TYPE £’S PER NIGHT<br />

Austria Haus Hotel USUF00/U31H07 Bed & Breakfast 2 Room 2/4 from £93<br />

Evergreen Lodge USUF01/U31H10 Bed & Breakfast 2 Room 2/4 from £47<br />

Vail Plaza Hote USUF04/U31H09 Bed & Breakfast 2 Room 2/4 from £107<br />

*Based on low season dates 18 March or 12 Apr-17 April 2010.<br />

<strong>SKI</strong> EXTRAS<br />

• Lift passes<br />

• Car hire<br />

• Airport hotel overnight<br />

stays<br />

• Airport car parking<br />

• Pre-departure airport<br />

lounge access<br />

• Private transfers to<br />

resort<br />

• Flight seat upgrade<br />

All of the above can be<br />

arranged in just one easy<br />

phonecall to the<br />

Neilson Specialist Team<br />

on: 0845 070 3460<br />

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USA – BRECKENRIDGE<br />

“...the amenities,<br />

services and great<br />

après-ski make this<br />

a first class modern<br />

ski resort.”<br />

BEGINNERS<br />

INTERMEDIATES<br />

ADVANCED<br />

OFF-PISTE<br />

NON <strong>SKI</strong>ERS<br />

FAMILIES<br />

NIGHTLIFE<br />

MOUNTAIN<br />

Skiing Altitude 2925m–3915m<br />

Resort Altitude 2925m<br />

Number of Runs 152<br />

5% 33% 62%<br />

Number of lifts 30<br />

Magic Carpets 9 / Drags 4<br />

Chairs 16 / Gondolas 1<br />

Longest Run 5.6km<br />

Direction of Slopes N/S/E/W<br />

Terrain Parks yes<br />

Half Pipe yes<br />

Cross Country Trails 50km<br />

Night Skiing no<br />

Mountain Restaurants 8<br />

Snowmaking 25%<br />

Resort Ski Bus yes<br />

FAMILY<br />

Fair Excellent<br />

Babycare 8wks-23m<br />

Crèche 2-5yrs<br />

Ski School 3yrs+<br />

See page 373 or<br />

neilson.co.uk/childcare for more info.<br />

TRAVEL<br />

Departure Airport Heathrow<br />

Destination Airport Denver<br />

Season 12 Dec–19 Apr<br />

Departure Day Everyday<br />

Flight Guide See page 385<br />

Transfer Time 2 hours<br />

Private taxi transfers available<br />

Car Hire See page 380<br />

TAILOR MADE<br />

Any date, any duration, any flight or<br />

combination<br />

Please Call 0845 70 3460<br />

GOOD FOR BEGINNERS • GOOD FOR FAMILIES • LIVELY NIGHTLIFE • DENVER CITY ADD ON<br />

Breckenridge is an authentic old-west<br />

town with the atmospheric charm of<br />

the 1870s goldmining era combined<br />

with all the amenities, services and<br />

great après-ski associated with a first<br />

class modern ski resort.<br />

<strong>The</strong> inter-connecting peaks known as<br />

7, 8, 9 & 10 provide you with one of<br />

North America’s highest ski areas<br />

reaching up to 13,000 feet, and<br />

excellent snow records from<br />

November through to May. Your<br />

Breckenridge lift pass provides access<br />

to acres of terrific ski terrain, enough<br />

variety to satisfy all levels of ability.<br />

<strong>The</strong> fascinating town of ‘Breck’ has<br />

plenty of entertainment to offer both<br />

day and night. You can travel along<br />

the Victorian Main Street lined with<br />

shops, bars and restaurants in the<br />

town’s quaint old trolley bus, and visit<br />

some of the 345 registered historic<br />

buildings.<br />

ACTIVITIES<br />

•Sleigh rides<br />

•Hot air ballooning<br />

•Ice skating<br />

•Dogsledding<br />

•Snowshoeing<br />

•Night skiing<br />

•Kite skiing & snowboarding<br />

SNOWMOBILING<br />

Why not try this exhilarating<br />

sport - experience the feel of<br />

powered travel over snow.<br />

<strong>The</strong>re are daily two hour tours<br />

through breathtaking<br />

Breckenridge backcountry &<br />

historical sites & longer tours<br />

for those that want to go<br />

further afield. Full instruction is<br />

available if you have not driven<br />

a snowmobile before.<br />

FACTORY OUTLET SHOPPING<br />

Take a day to shop ‘til you drop<br />

at the well known factory<br />

shops outlet ‘Silverthorne’.<br />

Timberland, <strong>The</strong> Gap & Tommy<br />

Hilfiger are just few of the<br />

stores. It’s approx. 10 miles<br />

away & serviced by the<br />

county’s free shuttle bus which<br />

runs throughout the day.<br />

HISTORIC TOURS<br />

<strong>The</strong>re are roughly 170 buildings<br />

in Breckenridge making it one<br />

of the largest National Historic<br />

Districts in Colorado. A variety<br />

of tours are available, including<br />

inside tours of restored homes,<br />

the Carter Museum & the old<br />

gold mines.


BEAVER RUN RESORT<br />

This is a superb resort within itself with a full range of amenities lying<br />

directly at the foot of the slopes with quick access to both the Beaver<br />

Run Super Chair and Quicksilver Six ski lifts.<br />

FACILITIES†: Spencer’s Restaurant<br />

•‘Base Nine’ bar •Free use of indoor<br />

& outdoor pools •Free use of sauna,<br />

steam room & 8 hot tubs •Fitness<br />

room •Spa & massage services<br />

available locally<br />

ROOMS (2-4 PEOPLE): Comfortable<br />

traditional bedrooms with two<br />

queen size beds, cable TV, small<br />

seating area, coffee maker, hairdryer<br />

and full ensuite bathroom.<br />

THE WEDGEWOOD LODGE<br />

100m along the road from the Snowflake lift and three blocks from the<br />

Main Street, these apartments offer comfortable, value for money<br />

accommodation with good facilities.<br />

FACILITIES†: Indoor & outdoor hot<br />

tubs •Sauna •Laundry facility<br />

STUDIOS (2-3 PEOPLE): Queen bed<br />

& queen sleeper sofa, kitchenette,<br />

cable TV/DVD & CD player plus full<br />

bathroom.<br />

1 BEDROOM APARTMENTS (2-4<br />

PEOPLE): Queen bedroom, sofa bed<br />

in separate living area & gas<br />

fireplace.<br />

2 BEDROOM APARTMENTS (2-6<br />

PEOPLE): As above plus a second<br />

twin bedroom, extra bathroom,<br />

washer/dryer and balcony.<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk/breckenridge call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

BRECKENRIDGE – USA<br />

ONE BEDROOM SUITE (2-4<br />

PEOPLE): Facilities as above but one<br />

queen or king bed in the bedroom<br />

plus a double sleeper sofa in the<br />

living area (suitable for 1 adult or 2<br />

children) kitchenette facility plus a<br />

jetted tub in the bathroom.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Room Only.<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 540<br />

PROPERTY CODE: USUH04/U30A11<br />

3 BEDROOM APARTMENTS (2-8<br />

PEOPLE): As above plus a third<br />

queen bedroom.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Self Catering.<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 52<br />

PROPERTY CODE: USUH01/U30A17<br />

Neilson Rating ••••<br />

<strong>SKI</strong> TO YOUR DOOR<br />

INDOOR POOL<br />

OUTDOOR POOL<br />

WELLNESS AREA<br />

GOOD FOR FAMILIES<br />

FAMILY ROOMS<br />

Neilson Rating •••<br />

FOUR OR MORE<br />

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38<br />

USA – BRECKENRIDGE<br />

SPEND A FEW DAYS IN DENVER –<br />

‘MILE HIGH CITY’.<br />

When visiting the States why not add on a few extra days in Denver? Founded in 1858 Denver has<br />

just turned 150 years old and is one of only two cities in America with eight professional sports teams!<br />

It’s built at altitude, one mile to be precise - a<br />

round brass cap embedded in the western<br />

entrance stairs of the State Capitol marks the<br />

spot. It’s the perfect blend of outdoor adventure<br />

and urban sophistication - a place where<br />

aerospace engineers rub elbows with rock<br />

climbers at local brewpubs, at art festivals, or<br />

THE CURTIS HOTEL<br />

Neilson Rating ••••<br />

For a truly American experience try out this fun and funky pop-culture<br />

themed hotel lying on Curtis Street in downtown Denver directly across<br />

the street from the Performing Arts Complex and a short block from the<br />

Contemporary Art Museum. It is just two blocks from the 16th Street<br />

Mall - hence shopping, dining, entertainment and the cultural scene are<br />

all nearby.<br />

FACILITIES†: ‘<strong>The</strong> Corner Office’<br />

restaurant & ‘Martini Bar’ •On-site<br />

Starbucks •Gift shop •Fitness room<br />

ROOMS (2-4 PEOPLE): Chic,<br />

contemporary guest rooms with one<br />

king or two queen beds, 26” flat<br />

screen cable TVs, iPod speaker<br />

system, Wifi, coffee maker, hairdryer<br />

& full ensuite bathroom.<br />

<strong>SKI</strong> SIDE APARTMENTS<br />

Situated on a hill overlooking the town with spectacular views of the<br />

surrounding mountains, just 25m from the nearest run and 300m from<br />

the Snowflake Lift offering a great base for keen skiers. <strong>The</strong> centre of<br />

Breckenridge is 1.6km away and is served by a free shuttle bus.<br />

FACILITIES†: Indoor & outdoor hot<br />

tub •Coin operated washer/dryer<br />

•Free shuttle bus<br />

1 BEDROOM APARTMENTS (2-4<br />

PEOPLE): One queen bedroom and<br />

a queen sofa bed in the lounge area,<br />

fully equipped kitchen with<br />

dishwasher and microwave, cable<br />

TV, DVD & CD player, balcony and<br />

full bathroom.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Room Only.<br />

PROPERTY CODE: USUB01<br />

NEARBY MAJOR LEAGUE SPORTS TEAMS:<br />

• Pepsi Center, home to the NHL Colorado Avalanche and NBA Denver<br />

Nuggets<br />

• Coors Field, home of the MLB Colorado Rockies<br />

• Invesco Field at Mile High, home to the NFL Denver Broncos<br />

• Dick’s Sporting Goods Park, home to the Colorado Rapids<br />

2 BEDROOM APARTMENTS (2-6<br />

PEOPLE): As above plus a second<br />

twin bedroom, extra bathroom, gas<br />

fireplace and washer/ dryer.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Self Catering.<br />

PROPERTY CODE: USUH02/U30A18<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk/breckenridge call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

while strolling the shopping malls. Explore its<br />

neighborhoods, each with unique charm &<br />

make time to visit the boutiques, galleries and<br />

restaurants nestled in areas outside the vibrant<br />

downtown.<br />

Simply call our reservations team to add a Denver<br />

city stay to the start or end of your holiday.<br />

Neilson Rating •••<br />

FOUR OR MORE


TAILOR MADE FOR YOU<br />

<strong>The</strong> Neilson Specialist Team is ready to advise on all aspects of your<br />

holiday to Breckenridge. Please give us a call to discuss your holiday<br />

ideas, or with your chosen travel dates, choice of airline &<br />

accommodation so that we can put together a competitive quote.<br />

It’s your precious holiday time, so we understand just how important it is<br />

to get the most from your time away. Choose any duration, combine your<br />

stay with another resort, take a regular shared resort transfer bus or hire<br />

your own vehicle, upgrade your flight or maybe add a city stay in Denver<br />

to the start or end of your holiday. <strong>The</strong>re’s simply so much to see and do!<br />

Please call 0845 070 3460.<br />

MAIN STREET STATION<br />

Enjoying one of the best locations in Breckenridge, right on the historic<br />

Main Street and a short walk from the slopes. With excellent facilities<br />

and easy access to the Quicksilver chairlift, you can ski to within 150m<br />

of this wonderful hotel.<br />

FACILITIES†: Fitness centre •Free<br />

use of outdoor pool and hot tubs<br />

•Wifi in lobby area •Restaurant &<br />

bar •Lounge with fireplace •Café<br />

STUDIOS (2 PEOPLE): King or<br />

queen bed, efficiency kitchenette<br />

with 2 hobs & small dishwasher, gas<br />

fireplace and full bathroom.<br />

1 BEDROOM APARTMENT (2-4<br />

PEOPLE): King or queen bedroom<br />

and sleeper sofa in lounge area, full<br />

kitchen (suitable for 3 adults or 2<br />

adults & 2 children).<br />

DENVER CITY STAY<br />

This is Colorado’s capitol City; it’s<br />

a thriving metropolis lying 1 mile<br />

above sea level at the edge of the<br />

vast Rocky Mountain range.<br />

Why not add a couple of days to<br />

your ski holiday so that you can<br />

visit Cherry Creek Mall & shop in<br />

one of the most elegant<br />

We are proud to work with British<br />

Airways, the UK’s largest<br />

international scheduled airline<br />

with a convenient daily direct<br />

departure from Heathrow.<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk/breckenridge call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

BRECKENRIDGE – USA<br />

2 BEDROOM APARTMENT (2-5<br />

PEOPLE): As above plus second<br />

bedroom with one queen or two<br />

twin beds and second bathroom.<br />

Prices on reservations system.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Self Catering.<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 55<br />

PROPERTY CODE: USUH00/U30A13<br />

GUIDE ‘FROM’ PRICES for accommodation only, per person per night*<br />

neighbourhoods, or sip a local<br />

beer in one of the Highlands<br />

district's relaxed bars, take in a<br />

baseball game or head to Capitol<br />

Hill to discover Denver's thriving<br />

live music scene?<br />

Stay at the all American Curtis<br />

Hotel – full details on page 38.<br />

‘World <strong>Travel</strong>ler’, ‘World <strong>Travel</strong>ler<br />

Plus’, ‘Club World’ & ‘First’ seat<br />

classes to choose from. Handy<br />

online check-in service is also<br />

available from the privacy of your<br />

home PC, from 24 hours prior to<br />

departure with preferred seat<br />

selection & boarding pass<br />

printing services.<br />

Flight information on page 385.<br />

Neilson Rating ••••+<br />

CENTRAL LOCATION<br />

OUTDOOR POOL<br />

FOUR OR MORE<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free use of outdoor<br />

pool, sauna, steam<br />

room & 7 hot tubs<br />

PROPERTY CODE BOARD BASIS ADULTS<br />

SHARING<br />

ROOM TYPE £’S PER NIGHT<br />

Beaver Run Resort USUH04/U30A11 Room only 2 Room 2/4 from £48<br />

Wedgewood Lodge USUH01/U30A17 Self Catering 2 Studio 2/3 from £48<br />

Ski Side Condiminiums USUH02/U30A18 Self Catering 4 1 Bedroom 2/4 from £20<br />

Main Street Station USUH00/U30A13 Self Catering 2 Studio 2 from £81<br />

*Based on low season dates 18 March-17 April 2010.<br />

<strong>SKI</strong> EXTRAS<br />

• Lift passes<br />

• Car hire<br />

• Airport hotel overnight<br />

stays<br />

• Airport car parking<br />

• Pre-departure airport<br />

lounge access<br />

• Private transfers to<br />

resort<br />

• Flight seat upgrade<br />

All of the above can be<br />

arranged in just one easy<br />

phonecall to the<br />

Neilson Specialist Team<br />

on: 0845 070 3460<br />

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40<br />

USA – WINTER PARK<br />

“at 2743m, close to<br />

the continental<br />

divide, may in part<br />

explain its<br />

exceptional snow<br />

record. <strong>The</strong> ski area<br />

is immense…”<br />

BEGINNERS<br />

INTERMEDIATES<br />

ADVANCED<br />

OFF-PISTE<br />

NON <strong>SKI</strong>ERS<br />

FAMILIES<br />

NIGHTLIFE<br />

MOUNTAIN<br />

Skiing Altitude 2745m-3675m<br />

Resort Altitude 2745m<br />

Pistes 3078 acres<br />

Number of Runs 145<br />

8% 36% 56%<br />

Number of lifts 25<br />

Ski school/beginner lifts 3<br />

Drags 3 / Chairs 19<br />

Longest Run 7km<br />

Direction of Slopes N, S, E, W<br />

Terrain Parks yes<br />

Half Pipe yes<br />

Cross Country Trails 200km<br />

Night Skiing no<br />

Mountain Restaurants 12<br />

Snowmaking 10%<br />

Resort Ski Bus yes<br />

FAMILY<br />

Fair Excellent<br />

Babycare 2m-23m<br />

Crèche 2-5yrs<br />

Ski School 3yrs+<br />

See page 373 or<br />

neilson.co.uk/chldcare for more info.<br />

TRAVEL<br />

Departure Airport Heathrow<br />

Destination Airport Denver<br />

Season 12 Dec–19 Apr<br />

Departure Day Everyday<br />

Flight Guide See page 385<br />

Transfer Time 1hr 45mins<br />

Private taxi transfers available<br />

Car Hire See page 380<br />

TAILOR MADE<br />

Any date, any duration, any flight or<br />

combination<br />

Please Call 0845 70 3460<br />

GOOD FOR BEGINNERS • QUIET NIGHTLIFE • DENVER CITY ADD ON<br />

It’s been the locals’ favourite resort for<br />

some time now but, each year, more<br />

people discover the secret of Winter<br />

Park.<br />

Located at 2743m, close to the<br />

continental divide, may in part<br />

explain its exceptional snow record.<br />

<strong>The</strong> Ski area is immense and has<br />

more than enough skiing for every<br />

ability level. <strong>The</strong>re are four separate<br />

areas linked by an efficient lift system,<br />

giving access to nearly 100km of<br />

slopes. <strong>The</strong>re are many long runs and<br />

there’s something for everyone - from<br />

gentle greens for novice skiers to<br />

double-black diamond runs that<br />

make experts re-consider their<br />

assessment!<br />

A friendly, informal, unpretentious<br />

atmosphere pervades the town,<br />

located 2.3km from the ski area, and<br />

a selection of shops, bars and<br />

restaurants offer good quality and<br />

service at reasonable prices.<br />

ACTIVITIES<br />

• Dogsledding<br />

• Ice Rink<br />

• Snowshoeing<br />

• Sleigh Rides<br />

• Snowmobiling<br />

• Tubing<br />

• Hot Sulphur Springs<br />

SNOWMOBILING<br />

Experience the feel of powered<br />

travel over snow while seeing<br />

more of the surrounding<br />

mountain scenery. <strong>The</strong>re are a<br />

number of itineraries to choose<br />

from suitable for those who<br />

have never driven a<br />

snowmobile before, through to<br />

expert.<br />

DOGSLEDDING<br />

Try this amazing sport – the<br />

exhilaration of being pulled<br />

through the wilderness behind<br />

a team of excited husky dogs.<br />

<strong>The</strong>re are a variety of excursions<br />

through forest, mountain or<br />

valley trails with a team of up to<br />

8 dogs and an experienced<br />

musher. .<br />

HORSE SLEIGH DINNER<br />

Dinner sleigh rides - Enjoy a<br />

peaceful sleigh ride under a<br />

starlit sky out on the ranch,<br />

followed by a hot coffee while<br />

the Sombrero Cowboy’s<br />

prepare your meal before the<br />

dancing begins...


WINTER PARK MOUNTAIN LODGE<br />

Comfortable, spacious accommodation, an indoor pool and two hot<br />

tubs with spectacular mountain views. <strong>The</strong> hotel runs a free shuttle bus<br />

into downtown, 4.5km away and to the Zephyr Express lift that whisks<br />

skiers directly to the heart of the ski area.<br />

FACILITIES†: Restaurant •In house<br />

micro-brewery & bar •Free wifi on<br />

public areas •Games room •24 hour<br />

reception •Internet access in all<br />

rooms •Free use of indoor pool, hot<br />

tubs, sauna & fitness room<br />

ACCOMMODATION: All rooms<br />

have cable TV, Nintendo, tea/coffee<br />

making facilities, internet access and<br />

hairdryer. Interconnecting rooms<br />

available on request.<br />

ROOMS (2 PEOPLE): Superior king<br />

rooms with king size bed, full<br />

ensuite bathroom and forest view.<br />

Mountain view rooms available at a<br />

supplement.<br />

IRON HORSE RESORT<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk/winterpark call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

WINTER PARK – USA<br />

NEW WING ROOMS (2-4 PEOPLE):<br />

In new wing with two queen size<br />

beds, full ensuite bathroom and<br />

forest view. Mountain view rooms<br />

available at a supplement.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Room only.<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 162<br />

PROPERTY CODE: USUG03/U33H04<br />

Nestled in the pines and aspen, at the base of the ski area, Iron Horse<br />

Resort offers Winter Park’s only ski in-ski out accommodation. <strong>The</strong> ski<br />

base centre with bars, restaurants and shops is only 5 minutes walk and<br />

downtown is a five minute bus ride.<br />

FACILITIES†: Restaurant & grill<br />

•Reception area with log fires •Free<br />

use of outdoor pool, hot tubs &<br />

steam room •Fitness room •Games<br />

room •'<strong>The</strong> Body Works’ Spa<br />

•Laundry facility •Free wifi<br />

ACCOMMODATION: All units have<br />

gas fireplace, satellite TV, fully<br />

equipped kitchenette with<br />

microwave, oven, dishwasher, fridge<br />

with icemaker and deck or balcony.<br />

STUDIOS (2-3 PEOPLE): Open plan<br />

living / sleeping area with queen<br />

size murphy bed and double sofa<br />

bed, bathroom and wc.<br />

1 BEDROOM APARTMENT (2-4<br />

PEOPLE): As above plus bedroom<br />

with a queen size bed.<br />

2 BEDROOM APARTMENT (2-6<br />

PEOPLE): Larger units with one<br />

queen size bedroom with ensuite<br />

bathroom and an additional<br />

bedroom with queen or two twin<br />

beds and extra bathroom and wc.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Self catering.<br />

PROPERTY CODE: USUG01/U33A00<br />

FRASER CROSSING AND FOUNDER’S POINTE<br />

APARTMENTS<br />

Located in the pedestrian village at Winter Park Resort, both Fraser<br />

Crossing and Founder's Pointe offer classic mountain architecture with<br />

good amenities and shops. Lying in a convenient spot, it’s just 150m to<br />

the village centre with its shops, restaurants and lifts.<br />

FACILITIES†: Outdoor hot tub<br />

•Fireplace •Coin operated laundry<br />

STUDIOS (2-4 PEOPLE): King size<br />

bed and double sofa bed, gas<br />

fireplace, cable TV, kitchenette with<br />

dishwasher, fridge, combi<br />

microwave oven, full bathroom with<br />

hairdryer.<br />

1 BEDROOM APARTMENT (2-4<br />

PEOPLE): Bedroom with king size<br />

bed, living room with double<br />

sleeper sofa & kitchenette with<br />

amenities as above plus balcony or<br />

patio.<br />

2 BEDROOM APARTMENT (2-6<br />

PEOPLE): Additional bedroom with<br />

queen size bed.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Self Catering.<br />

PROPERTY CODE: USUG00/U33A09<br />

Neilson Rating •••<br />

INDOOR POOL<br />

GOOD FOR GROUPS<br />

FOUR OR MORE<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free use of pool, hot<br />

tubs, sauna & fitness<br />

room.<br />

Free shuttle bus into<br />

downtown and ski area.<br />

Neilson Rating ••••<br />

<strong>SKI</strong> IN <strong>SKI</strong> OUT<br />

CENTRAL LOCATION<br />

OUTDOOR POOL<br />

FOUR OR MORE<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free use of outdoor<br />

pool, hot tubs & steam<br />

room<br />

Neilson Rating ••••<br />

CENTRAL LOCATION<br />

FOUR OR MORE<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free use of outdoor hot<br />

tub<br />

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WINTER PARK – USA<br />

TAILOR MADE FOR YOU<br />

<strong>The</strong> Neilson Specialist Team is ready to advise on all aspects of your<br />

holiday to Winter Park. Please give us a call to discuss your holiday<br />

ideas, or with your chosen travel dates, choice of airline &<br />

accommodation so that we can put together a competitive quote.<br />

It’s your precious holiday time, so we understand just how important it is<br />

to get the most from your time away. Choose any duration, combine your<br />

stay with another resort, take a regular shared resort transfer bus or hire<br />

your own vehicle, upgrade your flight or maybe add a city stay in Denver<br />

to the start or end of your holiday. <strong>The</strong>re’s simply so much to see and do!<br />

Please call 0845 070 3460.<br />

ZEPHYR MOUNTAIN LODGE<br />

.This property offers contemporary ‘western style’ luxury 1 or 2<br />

bedroom apartments in an excellent slope-side location. Shops, bars,<br />

restaurants, ski school meeting point and kindergarten are all close by.<br />

For those who want to head into town, the property operates a free<br />

shuttle bus.<br />

FACILITIES†: Free use of four<br />

outdoor hot tubs •Fitness room<br />

•Free wifi in lobby •Lounge with log<br />

fireplace<br />

ONE BEDROOM (2-4 PEOPLE):<br />

Bedroom with queen bed, double<br />

sofa bed, gas fireplace, TV &<br />

internet access in lounge area,<br />

kitchenette with oven & dishwasher,<br />

full ensuite bathroom. Most have a<br />

balcony. Supplement payable for<br />

mountain view.<br />

DENVER CITY STAY<br />

This is Colorado’s capitol City; it’s<br />

a thriving metropolis lying 1 mile<br />

above sea level at the edge of the<br />

vast Rocky Mountain range. Why<br />

not add a couple of days to your<br />

ski holiday so that you can visit<br />

Cherry Creek Mall & shop in one<br />

of the most elegant<br />

We are proud to work with British<br />

Airways, the UK’s largest<br />

international scheduled airline<br />

with a convenient daily direct<br />

departure from Heathrow.<br />

TWO BEDROOM (2-6 PEOPLE):<br />

With one king or queen bedroom<br />

and one queen or twin bedded room<br />

plus double sleeper sofa in living<br />

area, other amenities as detailed<br />

above. Both bedrooms have their<br />

own bathroom.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Self Catering.<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 230<br />

PROPERTY CODE: USUG04/U33A07<br />

GUIDE ‘FROM’ PRICES for accommodation only, per person per night*<br />

neighbourhoods, or sip a local<br />

beer in one of the Highlands<br />

district's relaxed bars, take in a<br />

baseball game or head to Capitol<br />

Hill to discover Denver's thriving<br />

live music scene?<br />

Stay at the all American Curtis<br />

Hotel – full details on page 38.<br />

‘World <strong>Travel</strong>ler’, ‘World <strong>Travel</strong>ler<br />

Plus’, ‘Club World’ & ‘First’ seat<br />

classes to choose from. Handy<br />

online check-in service is also<br />

available from the privacy of your<br />

home PC, from 24 hours prior to<br />

departure with preferred seat<br />

selection & boarding pass<br />

printing services.<br />

Flight information on page 385.<br />

Neilson Rating ••••<br />

<strong>SKI</strong> IN <strong>SKI</strong> OUT<br />

CENTRAL LOCATION<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free use of outdoor hot<br />

tub<br />

PROPERTY CODE BOARD BASIS ADULTS<br />

SHARING<br />

ROOM TYPE £’S PER NIGHT<br />

Winter Park<br />

Mountain Lodge<br />

USUG03/U33H04 Room Only 2 Room 2 from £23<br />

Iron Horse Resort USUG01/U33A00 Self Catering 2 Room 2/3 from £36<br />

Fraser Crossing<br />

& Founders Pointe<br />

USUG00/U33A09 Self Catering 4 Room 2/4 from £29<br />

Zephyr Mountain Lodge USUG04/U33A07 Self Catering 4 1 Bedroom 2/4 from £34<br />

*Based on low season dates 3-18 April 2010.<br />

42 Click www.neilson.co.uk/winterpark call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

<strong>SKI</strong> EXTRAS<br />

• Lift passes<br />

• Car hire<br />

• Airport hotel overnight<br />

stays<br />

• Airport car parking<br />

• Pre-departure airport<br />

lounge access<br />

• Private transfers to<br />

resort<br />

• Flight seat upgrade<br />

All of the above can be<br />

arranged in just one easy<br />

phonecall to the<br />

Neilson Specialist Team<br />

on: 0845 070 3460


WELCOME TO CANADA<br />

Canada undoubtedly offers some<br />

of the best skiing & boarding in the world<br />

Kicking Horse<br />

Whistler<br />

VANCOUVER<br />

Lake Louise<br />

CALGARY<br />

Banff<br />

CA CANA NA NADA DA<br />

US U A<br />

Tremblant<br />

MONTREAL<br />

Canada offers fantastic snowfall<br />

on its vast mountain ranges,<br />

superb powder bowls, friendly<br />

English speaking service, great<br />

food & prices. <strong>The</strong> range of other<br />

snow based activities to try out is<br />

huge - it’s impossible to pass up<br />

the opportunity to snowmobile or<br />

dog sled here. With many direct<br />

flights to choose from, it doesn’t<br />

even feel far to travel.<br />

• Neilson Service - your<br />

representatives are available 24<br />

hours a day either in resort or by<br />

telephone. You’ll be warmly<br />

welcomed wherever you go &<br />

the local service is superb.<br />

• Children under 12 years old stay<br />

for a set price - depending on the<br />

date of travel & airline. Child<br />

prices are given on page 372.<br />

• <strong>The</strong>re are many great offers for<br />

free lift passes &/or equipment<br />

hire. Look out for these on the ski<br />

pack panels - pre-book where<br />

there are offers for the best<br />

prices.<br />

• Two centre holidays - make the<br />

most of your time away and visit<br />

two resorts. See page 380 for<br />

details.<br />

‘Gold’ rooms are<br />

available in Fairmont<br />

hotels in Whistler,<br />

Banff, Lake Louise,<br />

Tremblant, Vancouver & Montreal.<br />

Enjoy added amenities &<br />

personalised attention throughout<br />

your stay with a private check-in, a<br />

special concierge service & use of a<br />

beautiful Fairmont Gold Lounge<br />

where each day a complimentary<br />

deluxe continental breakfast & postski<br />

appetizer buffet is laid out. All<br />

Fairmont Gold guest rooms offer a<br />

more luxurious standard of comfort<br />

than standard rooms, business<br />

facilities & a nightly turndown<br />

service.<br />

Banff 54-60<br />

Kicking Horse 51-53<br />

Lake Louise 61-63<br />

Tremblant 64-67<br />

Whistler 44-50<br />

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44<br />

CANADA – WHISTLER<br />

“…world-renowned<br />

as being North<br />

America’s biggest<br />

and best - both in<br />

area & vertical”<br />

BEGINNERS<br />

INTERMEDIATES<br />

ADVANCED<br />

OFF-PISTE<br />

NON <strong>SKI</strong>ERS<br />

FAMILIES<br />

NIGHTLIFE<br />

MOUNTAIN<br />

Skiing Altitude 675m-2284m<br />

Resort Altitude 675m<br />

Pistes 216km<br />

Number of Runs 200<br />

18% 55% 27%<br />

Number of Lifts 38<br />

Drags 16 / Chairs 19 / Gondolas 3<br />

Longest Run 11km<br />

Direction of Slopes N/S/W<br />

Terrain Parks yes<br />

Half Pipe yes<br />

Cross Country Trails 32km<br />

Night Skiing yes<br />

Mountain Restaurants 17<br />

Snowmaking 14% runs covered<br />

Resort Ski Bus yes<br />

FAMILY<br />

Fair Excellent<br />

Babycare 18-23mths<br />

Créche 2-4yrs<br />

Ski Kindergarten 3yrs+<br />

pre-bookable p47<br />

See page 373 or<br />

neilson.co.uk/childcare for more info.<br />

TRAVEL<br />

Departure Airports Heathrow<br />

Destination Airport Vancouver<br />

Season 9 Dec-24 Apr<br />

Departure Days<br />

Saturday & Wednesday<br />

Flight Guide see page 385<br />

Transfer Time 2hrs 30mins<br />

Private taxi transfers available.<br />

Car Hire See page 380<br />

TAILOR MADE<br />

Any date, any duration, any flight or<br />

combination.<br />

Please call 0845 070 3460<br />

SPECIAL OFFER<br />

FREE child lift pass & equipment rental<br />

per adult pre-booking the same (except<br />

holiday season).<br />

LEARN TO TURN RESORT • GOOD FOR FAMILIES • CHILD LIFT PASS & RENTAL OFFER<br />

VANCOUVER CITY ADD-ON • LIVELY NIGHTLIFE • HOST TO 2010 WINTER OLYMPICS<br />

This west coast mountain resort is<br />

world-renowned as being North<br />

America’s biggest and best - both in<br />

area & vertical. <strong>The</strong> 216km of pistes<br />

cover two mountains & are linked by<br />

an impressive high-speed lift system.<br />

Whether a complete novice or a<br />

downhill Olympian, there is an<br />

amazing choice of well laid out,<br />

maintained & signposted slopes.<br />

Beginners learn quickly with excellent<br />

tuition while intermediates &<br />

advanced skiers & boarders revel in<br />

the sheer variety of piste & deep<br />

powder bowls available.<br />

Spearhead<br />

Mount Pattison<br />

Glacier<br />

2<br />

Garibaldi<br />

Provincial<br />

2<br />

Blackcomb Glacier<br />

4<br />

Crystal<br />

Hut 1845m<br />

3<br />

Blackcomb Peak<br />

2400m<br />

4<br />

4<br />

4<br />

Rendezvous<br />

4<br />

3<br />

4<br />

<strong>The</strong> accommodation we feature is in<br />

conveniently located, pedestrianised<br />

village areas, each lying at the foot of<br />

their respective mountain & a short<br />

ten minute walk apart. Both<br />

Blackcomb & Whistler Villages are<br />

teeming with shops, boutiques,<br />

restaurants, bars & clubs & there are<br />

many exciting on & off slope<br />

activities to try out. It’s a party town<br />

with a relaxed west coast buzz & a<br />

roaring après-ski scene.<br />

Overlord Glacier<br />

McBride Range<br />

BLACKCOMB<br />

685m<br />

New<br />

Peak 2 Peak<br />

3<br />

Garibaldi<br />

Provincial<br />

Fitzsimmons<br />

Creek<br />

Boomer<br />

Bowl<br />

3<br />

Piccolo<br />

Whistler Mountain<br />

2182m<br />

Cheakamus<br />

Helm<br />

Glacier<br />

Flute Bowl<br />

4<br />

Glacier<br />

Bowl<br />

Whistler<br />

Bowl<br />

4<br />

4<br />

4<br />

Olympic<br />

Station<br />

WHISTLER VILLAGE<br />

675m<br />

4<br />

ACTIVITIES<br />

•Tubing<br />

•Sleigh Rides<br />

•Snowmobiling<br />

•Heli-Skiing<br />

•Dogsledding<br />

•Snowshoeing<br />

•Mountain Tours<br />

•Zip trek<br />

•Mountain top dinner<br />

•Cat skiing<br />

2<br />

3<br />

2<br />

4<br />

Raven's Nest<br />

West<br />

Bowl<br />

Whistler<br />

Creek<br />

LIFT PASS & TUITION<br />

PRICE PROMISE<br />

See page 371<br />

PRE-BOOKABLE ACTIVITIES<br />

<strong>The</strong>re is a whole range of things<br />

to do apart from skiing while<br />

you are in Whistler – so many<br />

that to make it a little easier for<br />

you, we have arranged a<br />

selection of the more popular<br />

activities which can be booked<br />

before you go. Have a look at<br />

the panel on page 45 if you<br />

want to start planning your<br />

time away now.<br />

<strong>SKI</strong> SCHOOL INFORMATION<br />

Whistler Blackcomb Ski School<br />

has a well earned reputation as<br />

one of the best in the world.<br />

<strong>The</strong>y offer a fantastic range of<br />

lessons for all ages and abilities.<br />

With a host of English speaking<br />

staff from all over the world you<br />

are in some of the very best ski<br />

schools around.<br />

‘Ski Esprit’ - Adult Group<br />

tuition using the “improve<br />

while you move” method of<br />

instruction so you explore the<br />

whole mountain, learning as<br />

you go. It’s 5 days and starts on<br />

Monday. Great fun for all levels<br />

of skier. Children love the 5 da<br />

ski camps where they’ll spend<br />

their days with the same<br />

instructor & group, sliding,<br />

exploring, laughing, learning &<br />

playing.


WHISTLER / VANCOUVER – CANADA<br />

SPEND A FEW DAYS IN VANCOUVER.<br />

<strong>The</strong>re are many things to see & do in this vibrant city - with a free hop-on hop-off ‘Big Bus’ tour<br />

included for every Neilson city stay guest, it’s easy to see all the downtown attractions. Simply call our<br />

reservations team to add a city stay at any of the hotels below, to the start or end of your holiday.<br />

THE FAIRMONT WATERFRONT Neilson Rating ••••<br />

This luxury hotel is located beside an enclosed walkway to the Vancouver<br />

Convention & Exhibition Center, is just over the road from the Cruise Ship<br />

Terminal, and is within walking distance of Stanley Park and Gastown.<br />

FACILITIES†: Free use of fitness room &<br />

outdoor roof top pool • Restaurant &<br />

bar<br />

ROOMS (2-4 PEOPLE): Fairmont rooms<br />

with one queen or two double beds, full<br />

ensuite bathroom & view over the city.<br />

PRE-BOOKABLE EXCURSIONS<br />

GOLD ROOMS (2-4 PEOPLE): With<br />

one king or two double beds, full<br />

ensuite bathroom & view over the city.<br />

Complimentary breakfast included.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Room Only.<br />

PROPERTY CODE: V21H06<br />

THE WESTIN BAYSHORE<br />

Neilson Rating ••••<br />

A beautiful hotel ideally situated in downtown Vancouver right on the<br />

harbour, just steps from Stanley Park.<br />

FACILITIES†: Restaurant & bar •‘Vida’<br />

Spa planned to open October 2009<br />

ROOMS (2-4 PEOPLE): In the main<br />

building with one king or two double<br />

beds, full ensuite bathroom.<br />

Harbour view rooms available at a<br />

supplement or as a free upgrade if<br />

booked before 30th November 2009.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Room Only.<br />

PROPERTY CODE: V21H09<br />

DELTA VANCOUVER SUITES<br />

Neilson Rating •••+<br />

This hotel offers comfortable, good value accommodation in a convenient<br />

downtown location.<br />

FACILITIES†: Restaurant •Bar<br />

BOARD BASIS: Room Only.<br />

•Fitness room<br />

SPECIAL OFFER - stays of three nights<br />

ROOMS (2-4 PEOPLE): With one king or more receive complimentary<br />

or queen or two double beds & full breakfast for two people.<br />

enusite bathroom.<br />

PROPERTY CODE: V21H08<br />

<strong>The</strong>re are so many activities going on in this exciting resort – you’re sure to want to try them all! To give you<br />

a few ideas as to what’s available, and to help you can plan your itinerary & budget, the excursions<br />

described below can all be pre-booked. <strong>The</strong>y are operated by ‘Outdoor Adventures’, an established, carbon<br />

neutral company, run by a friendly ‘great outdoors’ team. If you can’t quite decide what to go for, or want<br />

to discuss the full range of options available, then as a Neilson guest you are invited to visit their activities<br />

centre on Cougar Mountain (10mins from Whistler Village, transport arranged) to meet the team, ask any<br />

questions, check out a snowmobile & maybe even pet a husky puppy!<br />

SNOWMOBILE TOURS<br />

CRUISER TOUR: first time riders: after<br />

basic snowmobile training, your guide<br />

leads you on a journey through<br />

magnificent terrain including old<br />

growth forests, breathtaking views &<br />

the thrill of riding on frozen lakes. 1¼<br />

hours drive time, 2 or 4.30pm.<br />

Driver £75; sharer £58; child – FREE*<br />

FAMILY TOUR: after basic snowmobile<br />

training, your guide leads you on a<br />

trail stopping off at a backcountry yurt<br />

for a hearty soup & fresh bread while<br />

the children try out “Mini-Z”<br />

snowmobiles. 2¼ hrs drive time, 11.30<br />

or 3.30pm.<br />

Driver £110; sharer £88; child – FREE*<br />

STARGAZER TOUR: in the woods at<br />

night with headlights on to illuminate<br />

the trail. Listen for owls, watch for<br />

shooting stars, feel the crisp midwinter<br />

air while cruising through<br />

spectacular backcountry forests.<br />

1 ¼ hrs drive time, 6pm.<br />

Driver £58; sharer £47; child – FREE*<br />

NOTE: Insurance CAN$15 per driver payable<br />

locally. Included: winter boots, helmet, goggles,<br />

some outerwear if required. Driver 18yrs min.<br />

*Children under 12yrs free as passenger – must<br />

be 4ft tall & able to hold on & fit helmet safely.<br />

DOG SLEDDING<br />

EVENING DOGSLED: ever dreamt<br />

about mushing your own team of<br />

dogs at night, under the stars? This 45<br />

minute experience gives you a taste of<br />

that dream.<br />

Each sled £118 (2 adults); youth £29<br />

(up to 12 yrs must be with 2 adults).<br />

SOO VALLEY DOGSLED: Longer 2<br />

hour, daytime tour driving your own<br />

team of huskies.<br />

Each sled £200 (2 adults); youth £52<br />

(up to 12 yrs must be with 2 adults).<br />

HORSE SLEIGH RIDES<br />

A magical evening experience under<br />

the stars beginning with a hot<br />

beverage around the outdoor fire pit.<br />

Tuck in under a blanket in the sleigh &<br />

enjoy the gentle 30 minute ride<br />

through the silent, moonlit snow-filled<br />

Whistler valley.<br />

This can be followed by a delicious 3course<br />

fondue including cheese, beef,<br />

salmon & warm apple strudel.<br />

SLEIGH RIDE: adult £35; child £18 (5-<br />

12 yrs) under 4 free.<br />

SLEIGH & FONDUE: adult £65; child<br />

£35 (5-12 yrs) under 4 free.<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk/whistler call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

SNOWSHOE<br />

TOURS<br />

Ride the gondola up Whistler<br />

Mountain, then strap on<br />

snowshoes for a walk in<br />

Whistler’s most pristine old<br />

growth forest. You will see &<br />

have the opportunity to hand<br />

feed the birds & try out the<br />

amazing snow slides - fun for<br />

the whole family!<br />

1hr easy daytime tour: adult<br />

£45; child £28 (4-12 yrs).<br />

2hr moderate morning tour:<br />

adult £50; child £33 (4-12<br />

yrs).<br />

45


46<br />

CANADA – WHISTLER<br />

NITA LAKE LODGE (CREEKSIDE)<br />

This stylish hotel is in an idyllic position overlooking Nita Lake in the<br />

quieter, mini resort of ‘Creekside’ which has its own direct ski access<br />

away from Whistler Village. It is beautifully finished with contemporary<br />

designs & spacious living accommodation.<br />

FACILITIES†: Concierge •Restaurant<br />

•Café •Hot tubs •Lounge with views<br />

of Nita Lake •Spa centre •Fitness<br />

centre •Shuttle bus service to the<br />

slopes •Ski lockers at the base of<br />

Whistler Creekside<br />

STUDIOS (2 PEOPLE): Galley<br />

kitchen with microwave, mini fridge<br />

& coffee/tea maker, 40” LCD<br />

satellite TV, king-size bed, full<br />

bathroom. Some studios have a<br />

balcony.<br />

1 BEDROOM APARTMENTS (2-3<br />

PEOPLE): King bedroom, queen<br />

sofa bed in the living/dining room<br />

(only suitable for 2 adults plus a<br />

child).<br />

BLACKCOMB LODGE (WHISTLER)<br />

2 BEDROOM APARTMENTS (2-5<br />

PEOPLE): As above with an<br />

additional bedroom with a king bed.<br />

Rooms with a lake view available at<br />

a supplement.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Room Only.<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 77<br />

PROPERTY CODE: V20H20/HS0<br />

Right in the heart of the resort, 200m walk to the impressive slopes. An<br />

ideal base if you are looking to experience the vivacious nightlife &<br />

surrounding quality restaurants in Whistler.<br />

FACILITIES†: Free use of hot tub<br />

•24 hour reception •Guest laundry<br />

•Wifi<br />

ROOMS: All rooms have full<br />

kitchenette with dishwasher, mini<br />

safe, cable TV, DVD, ensuite<br />

bathroom & hairdryer.<br />

STUDIO (2-3 PEOPLE): King bed or<br />

twin beds plus a double sleeper sofa<br />

in the lounge area. Some have a<br />

balcony.<br />

STUDIO LOFT (2-5 PEOPLE): King<br />

bed or twin beds & double sleeper<br />

sofa in the living area, plus twin<br />

beds in mezzanine loft area. (When<br />

fully occupied, storage and living<br />

space will be limited.)<br />

THE LISTEL (WHISTLER)<br />

BOARD BASIS: Self Catering.<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 69<br />

Please note: King beds can be split<br />

to two twins, please request when<br />

booking.<br />

PROPERTY CODE: V20A01/V20AS1<br />

This cosy hotel lies just off the main village walkway, close to the action<br />

but just set back from the main bustle in a great central location.<br />

Service is friendly and the atmosphere relaxed. <strong>The</strong> bistro and extensive<br />

wine cellar have an enviable reputation. <strong>The</strong> main Whistler mountain ski<br />

lifts are 5 minutes walk away. This hotel represents good value for your<br />

money being part of the Best Western Group.<br />

FACILITIES†: ‘Bear Foot Bistro’ – fine<br />

dining restaurant & champagne bar<br />

•Free use of indoor hot tub<br />

ROOMS (2-4 PEOPLE): Comfortable<br />

bedrooms with one or two queensize<br />

beds, cable TV, free Wifi, minisafe,<br />

fridge, tea & coffee making<br />

facilities and full en-suite bathroom.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Room Only.<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 98<br />

PROPERTY CODE: V20H07<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk/whistler call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

Neilson Rating ••••<br />

WELLNESS AREA<br />

FOUR OR MORE<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free hotel shuttle bus<br />

service to the slopes<br />

Neilson Rating •••+<br />

CENTRAL LOCATION<br />

INDOOR POOL<br />

GOOD FOR GROUPS<br />

FOUR OR MORE<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free use of hot tub<br />

Neilson Rating •••+<br />

CENTRAL LOCATION<br />

GOOD FOR GROUPS<br />

FOUR OR MORE<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free use of indoor hot<br />

tub<br />

Free breakfast for 2 if<br />

you book by 15th<br />

December


SPECIAL OFFER – FREE CHILD LIFT PASS PER PRE-BOOKED ADULT LIFT PASS – SELECTED DATES APPLY<br />

Basic Holiday Prices in £s per adult from<br />

the amounts shown.<br />

THE FAIRMONT CHATEAU WHISTLER (WHISTLER)<br />

A world-class resort hotel in the centre of the upper village offering<br />

luxurious ski-in ski-out accommodation with a wealth of facilities &<br />

impeccable service. At the foot of the Blackcomb Mountain, 25m from<br />

the Wizard chairlift; Whistler Village is a pleasant 5-minute walk (700m).<br />

<strong>The</strong> hotel runs a free shuttle service.<br />

FACILITIES†: Great hall lobby area<br />

Concierge Service •Lounge bar with<br />

piste views •Four restaurants •Shops<br />

•Café •Outdoor fire pit seating<br />

SPA FEATURES†: Free use of indoor<br />

& outdoor heated pools •Free use of<br />

sauna & hot tubs •Health club with<br />

massage therapy & spa treatments<br />

Important information about spa<br />

facilities - see page 375.<br />

FAIRMONT ROOMS (2-4 PEOPLE):<br />

Located on the lower floors with two<br />

queen beds or one king bed, high<br />

speed internet access, TV & full<br />

bathroom. Views may be of<br />

woodland or Blackcomb village.<br />

<strong>The</strong>se rooms can be occupied by 3<br />

adults or 2 adults & 2 children.<br />

09 Dec- 19 Dec- 26 Dec- 02 Jan- 06 Jan- 27 Jan- 03 Feb- 10 Feb- 17 Feb- 27 Feb- 10 Mar- 20 Mar- 31 Mar- 07 Apr- 14 Apr-<br />

Nts 18 Dec 25 Dec 01 Jan 05 Jan 26 Jan 02 Feb 09 Feb 16 Feb 26 Feb 09 Mar 19 Mar 30 Mar 06 Apr 13 Apr 24 Apr<br />

Supplements in £s per person per night from:<br />

(Unless otherwise stated)<br />

A handpicked selection of hotels<br />

offering first class spa facilities<br />

7 1195 1749 1799 1699 1295 - - - - 1319 1295 1369 1455 - -<br />

Nita Lake Lodge<br />

V20H20 Room Only Studio 2 10/11*<br />

14<br />

1269<br />

1755<br />

2059<br />

2625<br />

2029<br />

2405<br />

2015†<br />

2235<br />

1509<br />

1819<br />

-<br />

-<br />

-<br />

-<br />

-<br />

-<br />

-<br />

-<br />

1525<br />

1819<br />

1509<br />

1819<br />

1539<br />

1839<br />

1719<br />

-<br />

-<br />

-<br />

-<br />

-<br />

Studio 2: Lake view £8<br />

from £815<br />

see p372<br />

7 1269 1869 1999 1815 1369 - - - - 1399 1369 1449 1545 - -<br />

1 Bedroom 2/3 10/11* 1379 2319 2219 2175† 1625 - - - - 1639 1625 1655 1845 - -<br />

1 Bedroom 2/3: Lake view £8<br />

14 1929 2979 2649 2429 1979 - - - - 1979 1979 1995 - - -<br />

7 1035 1565 1559 1369 1099 1099 - - - 1249 1225 1175 1169 1179 1159<br />

Blackcomb Lodge<br />

V20A01/AS1 Self Catering Studio 2/3 10/11*<br />

14<br />

1059<br />

1515<br />

1755<br />

2045<br />

1689<br />

1939<br />

1535†<br />

1645<br />

1209<br />

1375<br />

-<br />

-<br />

-<br />

-<br />

-<br />

-<br />

-<br />

-<br />

1375<br />

1605<br />

1375<br />

1595<br />

1255<br />

1469<br />

1279<br />

1369<br />

1289<br />

1479<br />

1249<br />

-<br />

Studio 2/3: Sole use of Studio £52, 3rd & 4th Adult redn. £37<br />

from £815<br />

see p372<br />

7 919 1315 1195 1215 945 945 - - - 1009 989 985 1019 1029 1009<br />

Apt 2/5 10/11* 999 1255 1345 1299† 999 - - - - 1059 1059 1019 1079 1089 1049<br />

WHISTLER – CANADA<br />

FAIRMONT GOLD (2-3 PEOPLE):<br />

<strong>The</strong> Fairmont Gold experience is<br />

ideal for the discerning traveller<br />

looking for added amenities &<br />

personalised attention. <strong>The</strong><br />

enhanced service starts with a<br />

private check-in on the 8th floor.<br />

This is also where the Fairmont Gold<br />

Lounge is located where<br />

complimentary buffet breakfast &<br />

après ski appetisers are served and<br />

there is an honesty bar. Luxurious<br />

bedrooms with one king bed or two<br />

queen beds & full ensuite bathroom<br />

with double vanity unit & jetted<br />

bath tub. Complimentary breakfast<br />

for Gold Room guests.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Room Only.<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 550<br />

PROPERTY CODE: V20H08<br />

Neilson Rating •••••<br />

<strong>SKI</strong> IN <strong>SKI</strong> OUT<br />

WELLNESS AREA<br />

INDOOR POOL<br />

OUTDOOR POOL<br />

Apt 2/5: 4 share £6, 3 share £16, 2 share £35<br />

14 1179 1419 1389 1355 1085 - - - - 1169 1169 1159 1105 1195 -<br />

7 1095 1459 1615 1495 1165 1165 - - - 1295 1269 1269 1279 1205 1185<br />

<strong>The</strong> Listel<br />

V20H07 Room Only Room 2/4 10/11*<br />

14<br />

1119<br />

1415<br />

1659<br />

1955<br />

1715<br />

1915<br />

1659†<br />

1769<br />

1275<br />

1439<br />

-<br />

-<br />

-<br />

-<br />

-<br />

-<br />

-<br />

-<br />

1409<br />

1619<br />

1409<br />

1625<br />

1375<br />

1609<br />

1379<br />

1455<br />

1309<br />

1485<br />

1265<br />

-<br />

Room 2/4: Sole use of Double £53, 3rd & 4th Adult redn. £38<br />

from £815<br />

see p372<br />

7 1255 2179 2315 1919 1499 1515 1589 - - 1769 1739 1755 1655 1439 1415<br />

<strong>The</strong> Fairmont Chateau Whistler<br />

V20H08 Room Only Room 2/4 10/11*<br />

14<br />

1359<br />

2169<br />

2819<br />

3599<br />

2495<br />

2965<br />

2309†<br />

2565<br />

1755<br />

2139<br />

1769<br />

2159<br />

-<br />

-<br />

-<br />

-<br />

-<br />

-<br />

2089<br />

2579<br />

2069<br />

2579<br />

1949<br />

2449<br />

1905<br />

2109<br />

1665<br />

1969<br />

1625<br />

-<br />

Room 2/4: Breakfast £4, Sole use £85, 3rd & 4th Adult<br />

redn. £60<br />

from £815<br />

see p372<br />

7 1575 2789 3469 2475 1855 1875 1965 - - 2169 2135 2129 2019 1795 1765<br />

Fairmont Gold 2/3 10/11* 1789 4989 3809 3109† 2315 2335 - - - 2735 2709 2519 2449 2219 2165<br />

Fairmont Gold 2/3: Breakfast £Nil,<br />

3rd & 4th Adult redn. £87<br />

14 2865 6269 4579 3575 2949 2979 - - - 3509 3405 3225 2865 2765 -<br />

Prices are a guide only & will be confirmed on enquiry. Adult prices in £ sterling start from the amounts shown & apply to selected flight departures between each date range based on current charges & costs. Prices may go up or down & supplements (e.g. flight &/or fuel), or reductions may apply. Supplements ‘from’ are based on low season dates. For full details on how to price your holiday, charges,<br />

supplements & surcharges see ‘Your Holiday Price’ page 368. For important Holiday Information & Booking Conditions see pages 368 - 385. †Some facilities may incur a local charge. LOW 09-15Dec,02Jan-09Feb,13-30Mar,14-24Apr.HIGH 16 Dec - 01 Jan, 10 Feb - 12 Mar, 31 Mar - 13 Apr. * 11 night prices on reservations system. † = 11 night price, 10 nights not available. NS047a<br />

LIFT PASS DAY RATE 6 DAY 13 DAY<br />

<strong>SKI</strong>/BOARD EQUIPMENT DAY RATE 6 DAY 13 DAY<br />

<strong>SKI</strong>/BOARD TUITION LS HS<br />

Adult (19-64yrs)<br />

Early/late season ........................... £45<br />

Regular season ............................. £52<br />

Mid Season ................................... £55<br />

Holiday season .............................. £75<br />

Youth (13-18yrs) & Senior (65yrs+)<br />

Early/late season ........................... £39<br />

Regular season ............................. £45<br />

Mid season ................................... £49<br />

Holiday season .............................. £65<br />

£175<br />

£205<br />

£225<br />

£279<br />

£149<br />

£185<br />

£195<br />

£245<br />

£325<br />

£379<br />

£399<br />

£529<br />

£285<br />

£329<br />

£349<br />

£469<br />

Child (7-12yrs) DAY RATE 6 DAY 13 DAY<br />

Early/late season ........................... £25 £99 £179<br />

Regular season ............................. £29 £119 £209<br />

Mid season ................................... £31 £125 £229<br />

Holiday season .............................. £39 £149 £279<br />

Early/Late = 12 to 21 Dec, 5 Apr to 18 Apr. Regular= 2 Jan<br />

- 25 Jan. Mid= 26 Jan to 4 Apr. Holiday= 22 Dec - 1 Jan.<br />

Free lift pass for children 0-6yrs. Photograph not required for<br />

lift pass.<br />

SPECIAL OFFER - Free child lift pass per adult prebooking<br />

the same (except holiday season).<br />

Adult Equipment<br />

Skis only standard ......................... £15 £75<br />

Skis & boots standard ................... £20 £99<br />

Skis only intermediate ................... £19 £89<br />

Skis & boots intermediate ............. £25 £125<br />

Snowboard & boots standard ....... £20 £99<br />

Snowboard only standard ............ £15 £75<br />

Snowboard & boots intermediate.. £25 £129<br />

Snowboard only intermediate ...... £19 £89<br />

WHISTLER <strong>SKI</strong> PACK<br />

£109<br />

£139<br />

£119<br />

£159<br />

£139<br />

£109<br />

£175<br />

£119<br />

Child Equipment ** DAY RATE 6 DAY 13 DAY<br />

Skis & boots standard ................... £15 £69 £112<br />

Snowboard & boots standard ....... £15 £69 £120<br />

*Child skis & boots = 3-12yrs, *Child board & boots =<br />

8-12yrs. **All child equipment hire includes a helmet.<br />

SPECIAL OFFER - Free child equipment rental per adult<br />

pre-booking the same (except holiday season).<br />

Adult (19yrs+)<br />

Beginner ski lessons (1 day) ......................... £75 £115<br />

Beginner board lessons (1 day) .................... £75 £115<br />

Full day ski or board lesson ......................... £55 £85<br />

Ski Esprit** - Ski 5 days (Levels 2-6) ............. £165 £265<br />

Child Tuition (3yrs+)<br />

Ski Adventure Camp** (5 days, lessons only) £229 £375<br />

1 Day Ski/Board Lesson ................................ £85 £95<br />

LS - Discovery weeks, 10 - 18 Dec, 4 Jan - 5 Mar & 10 - 25<br />

Apr. HS= All other dates. **Monday start day only. *Child ski<br />

school = 3-12yrs, Child board school = 8-12yrs<br />

IMPORTANT: †† Complete beginner = Ability Level 0, Intermediate = Ability Level 1-4. Ability levels must be stated at the time of booking - see page 13 for details. Special Offers may be withdrawn at any time. Prices are in £s and are approximate - please see reservation system, our website or call us for more details.<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk/whistler call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free food & beverage<br />

credit of CAN $800 per<br />

room for all stays of 10<br />

nights or more OR room<br />

upgrade to deluxe. 11<br />

night stays or longer<br />

receive both. Bookings<br />

made after 15 Nov 2009<br />

receive CAN $400 credit<br />

only. Upgrades are<br />

subject to availability.<br />

All porterage & maids'<br />

tips included<br />

Children save 50% off<br />

adult meal price<br />

15% off Chateau<br />

Whistler Complex food<br />

& beverages<br />

Child<br />

prices<br />

47


48<br />

CANADA – WHISTLER<br />

DELTA WHISTLER VILLAGE SUITES (WHISTLER)<br />

Centrally located, 500m from the Whistler and Blackcomb gondolas,<br />

50m to the free village shuttle stop. <strong>The</strong> hotel is surrounded by<br />

shopping & the nightlife is nearby.<br />

FACILITIES†: Restaurant •Fitness<br />

room •24 hour reception •‘Solarice’<br />

wellness spa services available onsite<br />

•Free shuttle bus service to the<br />

slopes<br />

ROOM (2 PEOPLE): This a is a<br />

'Delta' room with one queen or twin<br />

beds, TV, full bathroom, hairdryer,<br />

kitchenette with microwave.<br />

1 BEDROOM SUITE (2-4 PEOPLE):<br />

Facilities as above plus washer/dryer<br />

& gas fireplace, double pull-out sofa<br />

bed & balcony, bedroom with either<br />

twin beds or one queen bed. Prices<br />

on reservations system<br />

2 BEDROOM SUITES (4-6 PEOPLE):<br />

As above plus bedroom with queen<br />

bed.<br />

DELUXE 1&2 BEDROOM SUITES:<br />

With a 27” flat screen TV, i-pod<br />

docking station, free high speed<br />

internet connection, on command<br />

movies & games. <strong>The</strong>se rooms are<br />

on request and at a supplement.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Self Catering.<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 205<br />

PROPERTY CODE: V20H13<br />

RESIDENCE INN BY MARRIOTT (WHISTLER)<br />

This hotel enjoys an elevated position above the resort, the home run to<br />

the Blackcomb base lodge passes right by the Inn. <strong>The</strong> upper village is a<br />

pleasant 300m stroll down the slope, or you may catch the frequent<br />

village shuttle bus from outside the lobby to the main village, otherwise<br />

a 15-20 minute walk.<br />

FACILITIES†: Personal grocery<br />

shopping service •Free wifi •Fitness<br />

room •Free use of outdoor pool &<br />

hot tubs<br />

STUDIOS (2-3 PEOPLE): Spacious,<br />

well appointed studios with queen<br />

bed & queen sofa bed, TV, pay-perview<br />

movies & full bathroom. Fully<br />

equipped kitchen with dishwasher &<br />

microwave, living/dining area, gas<br />

fireplace & patio or balcony.<br />

1 BEDROOM SUITE (2-4 PEOPLE):<br />

Bedroom with a king or queen bed<br />

and a queen sofa bed in lounge<br />

area. Facilities as above.<br />

2 BEDROOM SUITE (2-6 PEOPLE):<br />

As above plus an additional<br />

bedroom with bunk or twin beds.<br />

Prices available on reservations<br />

system.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Bed & Breakfast.<br />

Daily hot & cold buffet breakfast.<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 186<br />

PROPERTY CODE: V20H09/V20HS9<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk/whistler call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

Neilson Rating ••••<br />

OUTDOOR POOL<br />

GOOD FOR GROUPS<br />

FOUR OR MORE<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Welcome hamper in<br />

suites for all stays of<br />

10nts or more<br />

One 20% discount off<br />

selected spa services per<br />

guest<br />

Free bottle of wine for<br />

honeymoon couples<br />

Free nights included on<br />

many dates<br />

Free shuttle bus service<br />

to the slopes<br />

Neilson Rating ••••<br />

<strong>SKI</strong> IN <strong>SKI</strong> OUT<br />

OUTDOOR POOL<br />

WELLNESS AREA<br />

FOUR OR MORE<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free use of outdoor<br />

pool & hot tubs<br />

Free entry to Squamish<br />

Lil'wat Cultural Centre -<br />

one entry per stay


THE WESTIN RESORT AND SPA (WHISTLER)<br />

A luxurious property in possibly the best location in Whistler, 100m<br />

from the main village centre & the gondolas. <strong>The</strong> special touches here<br />

give it a real sense of luxury.<br />

FACILITIES†: Firerock lounge<br />

•‘Aubergine’ grill •Ski Valet service<br />

•Wifi in all areas<br />

SPA FEATURES†: Free use of<br />

outdoor pool, hot tubs and sauna<br />

•'Avello' massage, spa & reflexology<br />

services available<br />

Important information about spa<br />

facilities - see page 375.<br />

FOR FAMILIES: Childcare<br />

equipment available - cot, playpen,<br />

highchair & stroller •Children’s<br />

menu •Westin Kids' Club for<br />

children up to 12 years<br />

JUNIOR STUDIO SUITE (2-4<br />

PEOPLE): King bed plus a queen<br />

sofa bed or two queen beds, full<br />

kitchen, TV & gas fireplace. Suitable<br />

for 3 adults or 2 adults & 2 children.<br />

1 BEDROOM SUITE (2-4 PEOPLE):<br />

Facilities as above plus king or<br />

queen bedroom, queen sofa bed in<br />

the lounge, full ensuite bathroom<br />

with separate bath and shower<br />

facility.<br />

CRYSTAL LODGE (WHISTLER)<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk/whistler call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

WHISTLER – CANADA<br />

2 BEDROOM SUITE (2-6 PEOPLE):<br />

Bedroom with king bed and ensuite<br />

bathroom, queen bedroom, pull out<br />

queen size sofa-bed in living area<br />

and gas fireplace. <strong>The</strong>se suites are<br />

on request.<br />

DELUXE 2 BEDROOM SUITES (2-6<br />

PEOPLE): Larger suites with an<br />

interconnecting door between a<br />

junior studio suite and a 1 bedroom<br />

suite. Ideal for families.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Self Catering.<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 419<br />

PROPERTY CODE: V20HS4/V20HL4<br />

A chic, full service hotel right in the heart of Whistler Village, on the<br />

stroll of the village high street. You will be torn between staying in to<br />

enjoy all the facilities or stepping out to sample everything else that is<br />

right on your doorstep!<br />

FACILITIES†: Three restaurants<br />

•Cosy lounge bar •Fitness centre<br />

•Free wifi in lobby •Small shop<br />

•Coffee shop •Free newspaper<br />

ROOMS (2 PEOPLE): Smaller rooms<br />

with one double bed, full ensuite<br />

bathroom. Rooms with king size bed<br />

available for a supplement.<br />

ROOMS (2-3 PEOPLE): A<br />

'Traditional double' with two double<br />

beds, full bathroom with hairdryer,<br />

table & chairs, coffee maker, small<br />

fridge, cable TV.<br />

ROOMS (2-4 PEOPLE): 'Deluxe<br />

Queen' hotel rooms in the New<br />

Lodge Wing with two queen beds &<br />

a queen sofa bed. Facilities as above<br />

plus a mini-safe, microwave & a<br />

sink. Prices on reservations system.<br />

1 BEDROOM APARTMENT (2-4<br />

PEOPLE): Bedroom with a king or<br />

queen bed, full kitchen, queen sofabed<br />

in living area.<br />

'Loft suites' with king or queen bed<br />

in loft area, kitchenette (no oven)<br />

and queen sleeper sofa are also<br />

available.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Room Only.<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 159<br />

PROPERTY CODE: V20H19/V20HL9<br />

Neilson Rating •••••<br />

CENTRAL LOCATION<br />

OUTDOOR POOL<br />

WELLNESS AREA<br />

FOUR OR MORE<br />

GOOD FOR FAMILIES<br />

FAMILY ROOMS<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Full refurbishment of<br />

bedrooms planned for<br />

W09/10.<br />

An invitation to<br />

‘Unwind Hour’ après-ski<br />

- Westin Whistler style!<br />

A handpicked selection of hotels<br />

offering first class spa facilities<br />

Neilson Rating •••+<br />

CENTRAL LOCATION<br />

OUTDOOR POOL<br />

GOOD FOR GROUPS<br />

FOUR OR MORE<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free use of outdoor<br />

pool & hot tub<br />

Free room upgrade for<br />

honeymoon couples<br />

'Crystal Advantage' card<br />

for all guests - giving<br />

discounts or added<br />

value items in many<br />

nearby shops &<br />

restaurants<br />

Complimentary ski valet<br />

49


CANADA – WHISTLER<br />

SPECIAL OFFER – FREE CHILD LIFT PASS PER PRE-BOOKED ADULT LIFT PASS – SELECTED DATES APPLY<br />

Basic Holiday Prices in £s per adult from<br />

the amounts shown.<br />

09 Dec- 19 Dec- 26 Dec- 02 Jan- 06 Jan- 27 Jan- 03 Feb- 10 Feb- 17 Feb- 27 Feb- 10 Mar- 20 Mar- 31 Mar- 07 Apr- 14 Apr-<br />

Nts 18 Dec 25 Dec 01 Jan 05 Jan 26 Jan 02 Feb 09 Feb 16 Feb 26 Feb 09 Mar 19 Mar 30 Mar 06 Apr 13 Apr 24 Apr<br />

Supplements in £s per person per night from:<br />

(Unless otherwise stated)<br />

Delta Whistler Village Suites<br />

V20H13 Self Catering<br />

7<br />

Room 2 10/11*<br />

14<br />

1075<br />

1095<br />

1379<br />

1535<br />

1765<br />

2159<br />

1589<br />

1749<br />

2039<br />

1505<br />

1749†<br />

1925<br />

1125<br />

1235<br />

1419<br />

1135<br />

1249<br />

-<br />

-<br />

-<br />

-<br />

-<br />

-<br />

-<br />

-<br />

-<br />

-<br />

1145<br />

1249<br />

1419<br />

1125<br />

1235<br />

1419<br />

1189<br />

1259<br />

1439<br />

1249<br />

1359<br />

1455<br />

1185<br />

1305<br />

1465<br />

1165<br />

1269<br />

-<br />

Room 2: Sole use of double £52<br />

from £815<br />

see p372<br />

7 995 1415 1429 1415 1055 1065 - - - 1075 1055 1115 1175 1105 1089<br />

10/11* 2 Bedroom 4/6<br />

14<br />

985<br />

1209<br />

1549<br />

1875<br />

1595<br />

1789<br />

1609†<br />

1749<br />

1145<br />

1295<br />

1155<br />

-<br />

-<br />

-<br />

-<br />

-<br />

-<br />

-<br />

1155<br />

1295<br />

1145<br />

1295<br />

1169<br />

1315<br />

1255<br />

1319<br />

1199<br />

1319<br />

1169<br />

-<br />

2 Bedroom 4/6: 5 share £8, 4 share £20<br />

Residence Inn By Marriott<br />

V20H09/HS9 Bed & Breakfast<br />

7<br />

Studio 2/3 10/11*<br />

14<br />

1095<br />

1165<br />

1445<br />

1429<br />

1605<br />

1975<br />

1435<br />

1699<br />

1905<br />

1479<br />

1715†<br />

1825<br />

1109<br />

1275<br />

1449<br />

1119<br />

1285<br />

1465<br />

1175<br />

-<br />

-<br />

-<br />

-<br />

-<br />

-<br />

-<br />

-<br />

1229<br />

1429<br />

1645<br />

1205<br />

1369<br />

1535<br />

1119<br />

1219<br />

1469<br />

1195<br />

1359<br />

1469<br />

1205<br />

1385<br />

1559<br />

1185<br />

1349<br />

-<br />

Studio 2/3: Sole use of Studio £52,<br />

3rd & 4th Adult redn. £37<br />

from £815<br />

see p372<br />

7 1015 1335 1285 1379 1035 1045 1095 - - 1125 1105 1035 1105 1115 1095<br />

10/11* 1 Bedroom 2/4<br />

14<br />

1045<br />

1269<br />

1399<br />

1695<br />

1535<br />

1645<br />

1565†<br />

1649<br />

1165<br />

1305<br />

1175<br />

1315<br />

-<br />

-<br />

-<br />

-<br />

-<br />

-<br />

1275<br />

1439<br />

1225<br />

1345<br />

1099<br />

1295<br />

1225<br />

1289<br />

1245<br />

1369<br />

1215<br />

-<br />

1 Bedroom 2/4: 3 share £13, 2 share £39<br />

<strong>The</strong> Westin Resort & Spa<br />

V20H14/HS4/HL4 Self Catering<br />

7<br />

Studio Suite 2/3 10/11*<br />

14<br />

1225<br />

1319<br />

2105<br />

2089<br />

2579<br />

3269<br />

2165<br />

2405<br />

2915<br />

1885<br />

2319†<br />

2635<br />

1505<br />

1815<br />

2255<br />

1519<br />

1835<br />

2275<br />

1595<br />

-<br />

-<br />

-<br />

-<br />

-<br />

-<br />

-<br />

-<br />

1625<br />

1965<br />

2435<br />

1595<br />

1945<br />

2339<br />

1575<br />

1789<br />

2259<br />

1585<br />

1905<br />

2139<br />

1429<br />

1685<br />

1875<br />

1229<br />

1399<br />

-<br />

Studio Suite 2/3: Sole use of studio £67,<br />

3rd & 4th Adult redn. £45<br />

from £815<br />

see p372<br />

7 1159 1799 1749 1649 1319 1329 1395 - - 1389 1359 1385 1429 1355 1199<br />

1 Bedroom 2/4 10/11*<br />

14<br />

1235<br />

1829<br />

1955<br />

2445<br />

1955<br />

2345<br />

1975†<br />

2205<br />

1549<br />

1869<br />

1565<br />

1889<br />

-<br />

-<br />

-<br />

-<br />

-<br />

-<br />

1625<br />

1959<br />

1609<br />

1915<br />

1549<br />

1885<br />

1679<br />

1865<br />

1545<br />

1755<br />

1349<br />

-<br />

1 Bedroom 2/4: 3 share £15, 2 share £45<br />

7 1229 1965 1979 1795 1445 1459 1535 - - 1535 1505 1519 1555 1429 1245<br />

Deluxe 2 Bedroom 4/6 10/11*<br />

14<br />

1329<br />

2045<br />

2249<br />

2869<br />

2195<br />

2669<br />

2195†<br />

2485<br />

1729<br />

2135<br />

1749<br />

2155<br />

-<br />

-<br />

-<br />

-<br />

-<br />

-<br />

1835<br />

2255<br />

1815<br />

2189<br />

1719<br />

2139<br />

1865<br />

2095<br />

1675<br />

1889<br />

1419<br />

-<br />

Deluxe 2 Bedroom 4/6: 5share£12,4share£30<br />

Crystal Lodge<br />

V20H19/HL9 Room Only / Self Catering<br />

7<br />

Small Double 2 10/11*<br />

14<br />

1075<br />

1125<br />

1449<br />

1435<br />

1465<br />

1759<br />

1375<br />

1609<br />

1759<br />

1435<br />

1639†<br />

1795<br />

1135<br />

1289<br />

1495<br />

1209<br />

1395<br />

1645<br />

1269<br />

-<br />

-<br />

-<br />

-<br />

-<br />

-<br />

-<br />

-<br />

1235<br />

-<br />

-<br />

-<br />

-<br />

-<br />

1259<br />

1439<br />

1825<br />

1365<br />

1589<br />

1705<br />

1265<br />

1419<br />

1625<br />

1145<br />

1255<br />

-<br />

Small Double 2: Sole use of double £54<br />

from £815<br />

see p372<br />

7 1099 1459 1399 1459 1159 1229 1289 - - 1255 1229 1275 1385 1295 1175<br />

Traditional 2/3 10/11*<br />

14<br />

1159<br />

1499<br />

1499<br />

1815<br />

1645<br />

1815<br />

1679†<br />

1845<br />

1325<br />

1545<br />

1425<br />

1685<br />

-<br />

-<br />

-<br />

-<br />

-<br />

-<br />

1425<br />

1685<br />

1425<br />

1699<br />

1465<br />

1735<br />

1619<br />

1749<br />

1459<br />

1679<br />

1295<br />

-<br />

Traditional 2/3: 3rd Adult redn. £38<br />

7 1129 1469 1545 1489 1169 - - - - 1235 1209 1259 1365 1315 1209<br />

1 Bedroom 2/4 10/11*<br />

14<br />

1199<br />

1539<br />

1649<br />

1995<br />

1735<br />

1989<br />

1715†<br />

1885<br />

1339<br />

1565<br />

-<br />

-<br />

-<br />

-<br />

-<br />

-<br />

-<br />

-<br />

1399<br />

1649<br />

1399<br />

1665<br />

1439<br />

1699<br />

1589<br />

1735<br />

1475<br />

1719<br />

1345<br />

-<br />

1 Bedroom 2/4: 3 share £12, 2 share £45<br />

<strong>The</strong> Holiday Inn Sunspree<br />

V20A06 Self Catering<br />

7<br />

Studio 2 10/11*<br />

14<br />

1065<br />

1115<br />

1395<br />

1459<br />

1719<br />

2005<br />

1539<br />

1649<br />

1845<br />

1399<br />

1569†<br />

1689<br />

1069<br />

1195<br />

1359<br />

-<br />

-<br />

-<br />

-<br />

-<br />

-<br />

-<br />

-<br />

-<br />

-<br />

-<br />

-<br />

-<br />

-<br />

-<br />

-<br />

-<br />

-<br />

1055<br />

1155<br />

1375<br />

1135<br />

1259<br />

1355<br />

1145<br />

1265<br />

1449<br />

1125<br />

1229<br />

-<br />

Studio 2: Sole use of studio £79<br />

from £815<br />

see p372<br />

7 955 1289 1215 1259 959 - - - - - - 949 1029 1039 1019<br />

Deluxe 2/4 10/11*<br />

14<br />

959<br />

1179<br />

1289<br />

1485<br />

1375<br />

1429<br />

1369†<br />

1445<br />

1039<br />

1145<br />

-<br />

-<br />

-<br />

-<br />

-<br />

-<br />

-<br />

-<br />

-<br />

-<br />

-<br />

-<br />

1005<br />

1165<br />

1109<br />

1145<br />

1115<br />

1239<br />

1079<br />

-<br />

Deluxe 2/4: 3 share £7, 2 share £20<br />

50<br />

Deluxe Studio Standard Studio<br />

THE HOLIDAY INN SUNSPREE (WHISTLER)<br />

This is a superb hotel, just off the main pedestrian street in Whistler<br />

village. <strong>The</strong> staff go out of their way to ensure your holiday is perfect<br />

with friendly service & excellent accommodation. Guests return here<br />

year after year due to their great welcome and the value for money this<br />

hotel offers.<strong>The</strong> Whistler Mountain lifts are just 150m away.<br />

FACILITIES: Fitness room •Earl’s<br />

Restaurant •Coffee shop •Full<br />

concierge service •Internet access in<br />

rooms<br />

STUDIOS (2 PEOPLE): Standard<br />

studios are compact, well furnished<br />

with a queen-size bed, kitchenette,<br />

fireplace & bathroom with jetted<br />

bath. <strong>The</strong>se studios are available on<br />

request.<br />

DELUXE STUDIOS (2-4 PEOPLE):<br />

Queen bed, double Murphy bed,<br />

full kitchenette with oven &<br />

microwave, washer/dryer,<br />

dishwasher, gas fireplace &<br />

bathroom as above.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Self Catering.<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 115<br />

PROPERTY CODE: V20A06<br />

Neilson Rating •••<br />

CENTRAL LOCATION<br />

GOOD FOR FAMILIES<br />

FAMILY ROOMS<br />

Prices are a guide only & will be confirmed on enquiry. Adult prices in £ sterling start from the amounts shown & apply to selected flight departures between each date range based on current charges & costs. Prices may go up or down & supplements (e.g. flight &/or fuel), or reductions may apply. Supplements ‘from’ are based on low season dates. For full details on how to price your holiday, charges,<br />

supplements & surcharges see ‘Your Holiday Price’ page 368. For important Holiday Information & Booking Conditions see pages 368 - 385. †Some facilities may incur a local charge. LOW 09-15Dec,02Jan-09Feb,13-30Mar,14-24Apr.HIGH 16 Dec - 01 Jan, 10 Feb - 12 Mar, 31 Mar - 13 Apr. * 11 night prices on reservations system. † = 11 night price, 10 nights not available. NS050a<br />

WHISTLER<strong>SKI</strong>PACK-seepage47<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk/whistler call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Children up to 12 years<br />

can eat breakfast at<br />

'Earls' & dinner at<br />

'Blacks' for free. Up to<br />

four children per family<br />

with paying adults,<br />

vouchers from reception<br />

Free daily newspaper<br />

Earlybird savings for<br />

bookings made before<br />

31st Oct 2009<br />

Child<br />

prices


CHILD LIFT PASS OFFER • TWIN CENTRE HOLIDAYS • QUIET NIGHTLIFE<br />

ACTIVITIES<br />

•Heli-Skiing<br />

•Snowmobiling<br />

•Helicopter tours<br />

•Ice Climbing<br />

•Snowshoeing<br />

•Wolf centre<br />

TUBING<br />

Tubing is a fun activity which all<br />

members of the family,<br />

whatever their ages will enjoy .<br />

Located by the base of the<br />

Catamount Chair, the tube park<br />

offers tons of fun and laughs for<br />

the young and young at heart.<br />

FIRST TRACKS<br />

Be the first to ride the lift & hit the<br />

slopes with the resort’s First Tracks<br />

Program. Offered every Sat morning at<br />

7:30am sharp. Book your spot in<br />

advance which includes a hearty<br />

breakfast at the Eagle's Eye, Canada’s<br />

highest elevated dining experience!<br />

AVALANCHE <strong>SKI</strong>LLS TRAINING<br />

Take the time to educate yourself<br />

about avalanche hazards. An excellent<br />

course about getting into winter<br />

backcountry recreation activities, or for<br />

those already playing in the mountains<br />

but who haven't been formally trained<br />

on avalanche hazards.<br />

<strong>The</strong>re are greens & blues that weave<br />

their way gently down from the top<br />

of the Golden Eagle Express Gondola<br />

providing ample entertainment for<br />

beginners - but more testing terrain is<br />

where Kicking Horse really shines. An<br />

intermediate & advanced skiers<br />

mecca, the mountain is awesome -<br />

some chutes have to be seen to be<br />

believed! Untracked powder in the<br />

numerous bowls & glades flanking<br />

the steep ridges. Adrenaline junkies<br />

can charge down a 4,000 foot ski<br />

out, the second longest in Canada.<br />

KICKING HORSE – CANADA<br />

LIFT PASS & TUITION<br />

PRICE PROMISE<br />

See page 371<br />

<strong>The</strong>re’s a great deal of Canadian<br />

history here; right now there’s rapid<br />

growth with investment in both lifts<br />

& high quality slope side<br />

accommodation. <strong>The</strong> reason for all<br />

the investment is the resort’s ideal<br />

geographic position - which means it<br />

gets ample supplies of light, dry snow<br />

- it’s ‘champagne powder heaven’.<br />

Stay here for easy access to great<br />

slopes, good quality accommodation<br />

& top rate restaurants. If you opt for<br />

ski or board tuition then video<br />

analysis is included for all 6 day<br />

courses.<br />

“An intermediate &<br />

advanced skiers’<br />

mecca, the mountain<br />

is awesome - some<br />

chutes have to be<br />

seen to be believed!”<br />

BEGINNERS<br />

INTERMEDIATES<br />

ADVANCED<br />

OFF-PISTE<br />

NON <strong>SKI</strong>ERS<br />

FAMILIES<br />

NIGHTLIFE<br />

MOUNTAIN<br />

Skiing Altitude 1188m-2448m<br />

Resort Altitude 1188m<br />

Pistes 2750 acres<br />

Number of Runs 106<br />

20% 20% 60%<br />

Number of Lifts 5<br />

Drags 1 / Chairs 3 / Gondolas 1<br />

Longest Run 10km<br />

Direction of Slopes E<br />

Terrain Parks no<br />

Half Pipe no<br />

Cross Country Trails 14km<br />

Night Skiing no<br />

Mountain Restaurants 3<br />

Snowmaking yes<br />

Resort Ski Bus yes<br />

FAMILY<br />

Fair Excellent<br />

Babycare 18-36mths<br />

Créche 3-5yrs<br />

Ski Kindergarten 3-5yrs<br />

pre-bookable p53<br />

See page 373 or<br />

neilson.co.uk/childcare for more info.<br />

TRAVEL<br />

Departure Airports Heathrow<br />

Destination Airport Calgary<br />

Season 9 Dec-10 Apr<br />

Departure Days<br />

Saturday & Wednesday<br />

Flight Guide see page 385<br />

Transfer Time 3hrs<br />

Private taxi transfers available<br />

Car Hire See page 380<br />

TAILOR MADE<br />

Any date, any duration, any flight or<br />

combination<br />

Please call 0845 070 3460<br />

SPECIAL OFFER<br />

FREE child lift pass per adult pre-booking<br />

the same (before 30 Oct 09)<br />

FREE extra lift pass days for pre-booked<br />

passes (before 30 Oct 09)<br />

51


52<br />

CANADA – KICKING HORSE<br />

GONDOLA PLAZA RESORT<br />

<strong>The</strong> accommodation offered is in two neighbouring buildings - the<br />

‘Mountaineer Lodge’ & the ‘Glacier Lodge’. You simply can’t beat these<br />

neighbouring properties for ease of access to the slopes - choose from<br />

either a hotel room or self catering suites - all lying right at the foot of<br />

the gondola with some great facilities.<br />

FACILITIES†: Both buildings have a<br />

sauna, steam room, outdoor hot tub<br />

& fitness room<br />

ROOMS (2 PEOPLE): ‘Mountaineer<br />

Lodge’ hotel rooms with TV, minifridge,<br />

coffee maker, queen bed &<br />

full ensuite bathroom, private deck<br />

with a view. Slightly larger ‘Glacier<br />

Lodge’ rooms with king bed<br />

available for a supplement.<br />

1 BEDROOM APT. (2-4 PEOPLE):<br />

‘Glacier Lodge’. Full kitchenette,<br />

queen bedroom & queen sleeper<br />

sofa in living/dining room, TV,<br />

VCR/DVD player, gas fireplace,<br />

washer/dryer.<br />

PALLISER LODGE<br />

2 BEDROOM APT. (2-6 PEOPLE): As<br />

above with extra king bedroom.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Self Catering.<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 100<br />

PROPERTY CODE: V07H03/HS3<br />

Luxury accommodation with maximum convenience & breathtaking<br />

views over the Rocky Mountains. Located within 400m of all amenities<br />

including shops, bar & restaurants, this is the perfect location to relax &<br />

unwind in an unparalleled mountain setting.<br />

FACILITIES†: Outdoor hot tub<br />

•Fitness room •Free wifi •Free<br />

newspaper •Underground parking<br />

ROOMS: All have a balcony, electric<br />

fireplace, satellite TV, tea/coffee<br />

making facilities, some have<br />

washer/dryers. Kitchenette has<br />

microwave, stove, dishwasher,<br />

toaster & kettle.<br />

ROOM (2 PEOPLE): Hotel room<br />

with king bed (that can be split into<br />

two twins), balcony & full ensuite<br />

bathroom.<br />

1 BEDROOM SUITE (2-4 PEOPLE):<br />

Living/dining area with kitchenette,<br />

1 queen sleeper sofa, satellite TV,<br />

fireplace, plus bedroom with queen<br />

bed, full bathroom.<br />

2 BEDROOM HOT TUB<br />

APARTMENT (2-6 PEOPLE): As<br />

above but with an additional queen<br />

bedroom plus a private hot tub on<br />

the balcony.<br />

2 BEDROOM GUEST (2-6 PEOPLE):<br />

One queen bedroom, one<br />

interconnecting king bedroom (bed<br />

will split) & queen sleeper sofa in<br />

lounge. Prices on reservation<br />

system.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Self Catering.<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 48<br />

PROPERTY CODE: V07A00<br />

Hot tub apartment<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk/kickinghorse call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

Neilson Rating •••+<br />

<strong>SKI</strong> IN <strong>SKI</strong> OUT<br />

CENTRAL LOCATION<br />

GOOD FOR GROUPS<br />

FOUR OR MORE<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free use of hot tub,<br />

sauna & steam room<br />

Neilson Rating ••••<br />

<strong>SKI</strong> IN <strong>SKI</strong> OUT<br />

FOUR OR MORE


SPECIAL OFFER – PRE-BOOK LIFT PASS BEFORE 30 OCTOBER FOR SPECIAL LIFT PASS PRICE OR FREE EXTRA DAYS<br />

Basic Holiday Prices in £s per adult from<br />

the amounts shown.<br />

09 Dec- 19 Dec- 26 Dec- 02 Jan- 06 Jan- 27 Jan- 03 Feb- 10 Feb- 17 Feb- 27 Feb- 10 Mar- 20 Mar- 31 Mar-<br />

Nts 18 Dec 25 Dec 01 Jan 05 Jan 26 Jan 02 Feb 09 Feb 16 Feb 26 Feb 09 Mar 19 Mar 30 Mar 06 Apr<br />

7 1065 1255 1209 1345 1049 1049 1069 1225 1099 1079 1059 1049 1109<br />

10/11* 1115 1205 1435 1505† 1125 1149 1225 1435 1179 1169 1135 1179 1279<br />

14 1379 1575 1459 1559 1255 1279 1405 1549 1279 1269 1269 1255 -<br />

Supplements in £s per person per night from:<br />

(Unless otherwise stated)<br />

Gondola Plaza Resort<br />

Room 2: King Room £2<br />

V07H03/HS3 Room Only / Self Catering Room 2 from £799<br />

see p372<br />

7 1035 1205 1145 1299 1015 1015 1035 1145 1065 1045 1025 1015 1075<br />

1 Bedroom 2/4 10/11* 1069 1129 1365 1445† 1079 1099 1165 1309 1135 1125 1089 1135 1229<br />

14 1309 1459 1355 1485 1189 1215 1295 1395 1215 1205 1205 1189 -<br />

7 995 1155 1099 1259 975 975 995 1079 1019 1005 985 975 1029<br />

2 Bedroom 2/6 10/11* 1009 1069 1305 1375† 1025 1045 1095 1215 1075 1065 1035 1075 1165<br />

1 Bedroom 2/4: 3 share £5, 2 share £14<br />

2 Bedroom 2/6: 5 share £2, 4 share £4, 3 share £13,<br />

2 share £30<br />

14 1219 1359 1265 1405 1109 1135 1195 1269 1135 1125 1125 1109 -<br />

7 1109 1489 - - 1059 1089 1109 1239 1119 1099 1089 1059 1135<br />

Palliser Lodge<br />

V07A00 Room Only / Self Catering Room 2 10/11*<br />

14<br />

1129<br />

1419<br />

-<br />

-<br />

-<br />

-<br />

-<br />

-<br />

1165<br />

1305<br />

1175<br />

1329<br />

1255<br />

1435<br />

1479<br />

1575<br />

1209<br />

1305<br />

1225<br />

1319<br />

1165<br />

1305<br />

1199<br />

1305<br />

1299<br />

-<br />

from £799<br />

see p372<br />

7 1065 1439 - - 1015 1045 1065 1145 1075 1055 1045 1015 1085<br />

1 Bedroom 2/4 10/11* 1069 - - - 1099 1109 1175 1335 1145 1155 1099 1135 1229<br />

1 Bedroom 2/4: 3 share £5, 2 share £14<br />

14 1319 - - - 1215 1239 1295 1395 1215 1229 1215 1215 -<br />

7 1045 1415 - - 995 1025 1045 1125 1055 1035 1025 995 1065<br />

Hot Tub Apt 2/6 10/11* 1039 - - - 1075 1085 1145 1305 1115 1125 1075 1105 1199<br />

Hot Tub Apt 2/6: 5 share £2, 4 share £6, 3 share £16,<br />

2 share £30,<br />

14 1279 - - - 1175 1199 1255 1355 1175 1189 1175 1175 -<br />

7 1365 1899 1729 1845 1439 1459 1599 1629 1615 1585 1559 1419 1515<br />

Highland Lodge<br />

V07H04 Bed & Breakfast Deluxe 2/4 10/11*<br />

14<br />

1465<br />

2049<br />

1925<br />

2755<br />

2095<br />

2445<br />

2255†<br />

2449<br />

1679<br />

2055<br />

1739<br />

2175<br />

1919<br />

2279<br />

2059<br />

2365<br />

1899<br />

2235<br />

1919<br />

2259<br />

1755<br />

2139<br />

1729<br />

2025<br />

1875<br />

2125<br />

Deluxe 2/4: Jet bath £11, 3rd & 4th Adult redn. £31<br />

from £799<br />

see p372<br />

Prices are a guide only & will be confirmed on enquiry. Adult prices in £ sterling start from the amounts shown & apply to selected flight departures between each date range based on current charges & costs. Prices may go up or down & supplements (e.g. flight &/or fuel), or reductions may apply. Supplements ‘from’ are based on low season dates. For full details on how to price your holiday, charges,<br />

supplements & surcharges see ‘Your Holiday Price’ page 368. For important Holiday Information & Booking Conditions see pages 368 - 385. †Some facilities may incur a local charge. LOW 09-15Dec,02Jan-09Feb,13-30Mar,14-24Apr.HIGH 16 Dec - 01 Jan, 10 Feb - 12 Mar, 31 Mar - 13 Apr. * 11 night prices on reservations system. † = 11 night price, 10 nights not available. NS053a<br />

LIFT PASS DAY RATE 6 DAY 13 DAY<br />

Adult (19-64yrs) ............................ £39 £209 £445<br />

Youth (13-18yrs) ........................... £35 £185 £375<br />

Child (7-12yrs) .............................. £25 £99 £215<br />

Free lift pass for children 0-6yrs. Lift passes include handsfree<br />

keycard.<br />

SPECIAL OFFER: KIDS <strong>SKI</strong> FREE - Free childrens lift<br />

pass if pre-booked before 30th October ’09.<br />

SPECIAL OFFER - Pre-book a 6 days lift pass and<br />

receive 2 days free - Valid until 30th Oct ’09.<br />

SPECIAL OFFER - Pre-book a 9 or 10 days lift pass<br />

and pay for a 7 day lift pass, or pre-book a 13 days<br />

lift pass and pay for a 10 days lift pass. - Valid<br />

until 30th Oct ’09.<br />

HIGHLAND LODGE<br />

<strong>SKI</strong>/BOARD EQUIPMENT DAY RATE 6 DAY 13 DAY<br />

Adult Equipment<br />

Skis & boots standard ................... £19 £99 £199<br />

Skis & boots superior .................... £25 £135 £269<br />

Skis only standard ......................... £14 £79 £155<br />

Skis only superior .......................... £20 £105 £215<br />

Snowboard & boots standard ....... £20 £105 £215<br />

Snowboard & boots superior ........ £27 £139 £265<br />

Snowboard only standard ............ £14 £75 £155<br />

Snowboard only superior ............. £20 £105 £215<br />

KICKING HORSE – CANADA<br />

This beautiful, Scottish-style mountain lodge lies in the heart of the<br />

resort at the foot of the pistes, just 150m from the main gondola. It has<br />

just 10 rooms, a cosy wood burning fireplace in the Great Room and a<br />

wood-burning stove in the breakfast room as well as numerous cosy<br />

over-sized couches & chairs to sink into at the end of the day - giving it<br />

a real “cabin ski chalet” ambiance.<br />

FACILITIES†: Cosy lounge with log<br />

fire place •Breakfast room •‘<strong>The</strong><br />

Local Hero’ a popular end of day<br />

venue Scottish themed pub in the<br />

adjoining building •Quiet library<br />

•Massage services available locally<br />

•Outdoor hot tub •Wifi<br />

ACCOMMODATION: Furnished<br />

with traditional, hand-crafted solid<br />

wood furniture, sumptuous feather<br />

down beds, flatscreen TV/DVD &<br />

balcony. All bedrooms have a<br />

balcony.<br />

DELUXE ROOM (2-4 PEOPLE):<br />

Queen or king bed (will split into<br />

twin beds), some rooms have one or<br />

two additional single beds or one<br />

queen bed. Ensuite bathroom with<br />

walk-in shower and hairdryer.<br />

BARONIAL ROOM (2-4 PEOPLE):<br />

Bedroom with king bed (will split)<br />

and two twin beds or one queen<br />

bed. Bathroom has jetted bath.<br />

Prices on reservations system.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Bed & Breakfast. Full<br />

continental breakfast.<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 10<br />

PROPERTY CODE: V07H04<br />

Child Equipment ** DAY RATE 6 DAY 13 DAY<br />

Skis & boots standard ................... £8 £55 £109<br />

Skis only standard ......................... £6 £39 £79<br />

Snowboard & boots standard ....... £8 £55 £109<br />

Snowboard only standard ............ £6 £39 £79<br />

* Child skis & boots = 3-12yrs, * Child board & boots =<br />

8-12yrs. ** All child equipment hire includes a helmet.<br />

Neilson Rating ••••<br />

<strong>SKI</strong> IN <strong>SKI</strong> OUT<br />

CENTRAL LOCATION<br />

GOOD FOR GROUPS<br />

FOUR OR MORE<br />

Child<br />

prices<br />

<strong>SKI</strong>/BOARD TUITION<br />

Adult ski school (3 x 5 hrs) .......................................... £179<br />

Adult ski school (5 x 5 hrs) .......................................... £295<br />

Adult snowboard school (3 x 5 hrs) ............................ £179<br />

Adult snowboard school (5 x 5 hrs) ............................ £295<br />

Adventure Club (6-12 yrs incl Lunch) per day ............. £49<br />

Wild Riders (13-16 yrs incl Lunch) per day ................. £59<br />

Ski/ Ride Care (3-5 yrs incl Lunch) per day .................. £55<br />

* Adult ski/snowboard school = 17yrs+<br />

KICKING HORSE <strong>SKI</strong> PACK<br />

IMPORTANT: †† Complete beginner = Ability Level 0, Intermediate = Ability Level 1-4. Ability levels must be stated at the time of booking - see page 13 for details. Special Offers may be withdrawn at any time. Prices are in £s and are approximate - please see reservation system, our website or call us for more details.<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk/kickinghorse call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free use of outdoor<br />

hot tub<br />

53


54<br />

CANADA – BANFF<br />

“Banff is a winter<br />

wonderland with<br />

wildlife & is a<br />

fabulous place to<br />

explore.”<br />

BEGINNERS<br />

INTERMEDIATES<br />

ADVANCED<br />

OFF-PISTE<br />

NON <strong>SKI</strong>ERS<br />

FAMILIES<br />

NIGHTLIFE<br />

MOUNTAIN<br />

Skiing Altitude 1630m-2730m<br />

Resort Altitude 1380m<br />

Pistes 200km<br />

Number of Runs 135<br />

26% 37% 37%<br />

Number of Lifts 27<br />

Drags 7 / Chairs 21 / Gondolas 1<br />

Longest Run 8km<br />

Direction of Slopes N/S/E/W<br />

Terrain Parks yes<br />

Half Pipe yes<br />

Cross Country Trails 80km<br />

Night Skiing yes<br />

Mountain Restaurants 9<br />

Snowmaking 25% runs covered<br />

Resort Ski Bus yes<br />

Linked Resorts Norquay,<br />

Sunshine & Lake Louise<br />

FAMILY<br />

Fair Excellent<br />

Babycare 19-36mths<br />

Créche 3-6yrs<br />

Ski Kindergarten 3-6yrs<br />

pre-bookable p57<br />

See page 373 or<br />

neilson.co.uk/childcare for more info.<br />

TRAVEL<br />

Departure Airports Heathrow<br />

Destination Airport Calgary<br />

Season 9 Dec-24 Apr<br />

Departure Days<br />

Saturday & Wednesday<br />

Flight Guide see page 385<br />

Transfer Time 1hr 45mins<br />

Private taxi transfers available<br />

Car Hire See page 380<br />

TAILOR MADE<br />

Any date, any duration, any flight or<br />

combination<br />

Please call 0845 070 3460<br />

SPECIAL OFFER<br />

FREE - up to 4 FREE child lift passes per<br />

adult pre-booking the same (except<br />

holiday season)<br />

FREE extra lift pass days for pre-booked<br />

passes (before 30 Oct 09)<br />

LEARN TO TURN RESORT • GOOD FOR FAMILIES • CHILD LIFT PASS OFFER<br />

• TWIN CENTRE HOLIDAYS<br />

Three superb ski areas in the heart of<br />

the Rocky Mountains, each set in<br />

stunning scenery & linked by an<br />

efficient ski bus system. Banff is a<br />

winter wonderland with wildlife & is a<br />

fabulous place to explore.<br />

Sunshine is the main ski area with<br />

many of its slopes above tree line - 25<br />

minutes by bus, Norquay is 15<br />

minutes ride away, it is much smaller<br />

with wooded slopes, while Lake<br />

Louise is a 45 minute drive & has<br />

long trails & spectacular high<br />

mountain scenery. Beginners learn<br />

quickly with excellent tuition while<br />

Banff<br />

intermediates & advanced enjoy the<br />

sheer variety of piste & deep powder<br />

bowls.<br />

In the picturesque & lively town of<br />

Banff you’re quite likely to see an Elk<br />

out window shopping as it wanders<br />

down the main high street. With lots<br />

to do, much based around the<br />

wildlife to be seen in Banff National<br />

Park, non skiers will be just as<br />

entertained here as those taking to<br />

the slopes.<br />

ACTIVITIES<br />

• Heli-Skiing<br />

• Ice Canyon Walks<br />

• Ice Skating<br />

• Snowmobiling<br />

• Snowshoeing<br />

• Dogsledding<br />

• Hot-springs<br />

SNOWMOBILING<br />

Begin with a beautiful scenic<br />

drive to the Beaver-foot Lodge,<br />

just outside Yoho National Park.<br />

This unique snowmobile tour<br />

includes lunch and features<br />

wildlife, Wapta Falls, varied<br />

terrain and old trappers’ cabins.<br />

BANFF UPPER HOT SPRINGS<br />

DISCOVER BANFF<br />

Take a trip to the Upper Banff Springs Visit Banff's landmarks & view<br />

to enjoy the amenities of the splendid, wildlife in their natural winter<br />

historic spa & bath house– all set habitat on this minibus tour.<br />

against a backdrop of spectacular Hear how the 11,000 year old<br />

alpine scenery. <strong>The</strong> naturally heated human history of the Bow<br />

soothing springs are a wonderful way Valley changed when three<br />

to relax after a day on the slopes. railway workers rediscovered a<br />

hidden treasure.<br />

Sunshine<br />

LIFT PASS & TUITION<br />

PRICE PROMISE<br />

See page 371


THE FAIRMONT BANFF SPRINGS<br />

<strong>The</strong> Fairmont Banff Springs has a great pedigree & many awards for its<br />

high standards of service & wealth of facilities. Approximately 1km to<br />

the resort centre. <strong>The</strong>re is a regular ski bus to the Banff Mount Norquay,<br />

Lake Louise and Sunshine Village ski areas.<br />

FACILITIES†: 12 seasonal<br />

restaurants •Selection of shops •Deli<br />

•Bowling alley •Outdoor ice rink<br />

•Children’s games room<br />

SPA FEATURES†: Free use of<br />

swimming pools •'Willowstream' spa<br />

with mineral pool, inhalation room,<br />

steam room, fitness room and<br />

massage services<br />

Important information about spa<br />

facilities - see page 375.<br />

MODERATE ROOMS (2 PEOPLE):<br />

Double bed in a more compact<br />

room & full ensuite bathroom.<br />

FAIRMONT ROOMS (2-4 PEOPLE):<br />

King, queen or two single beds &<br />

full ensuite bathroom. Prices on<br />

reservation system.<br />

DELUXE ROOMS (2-4 PEOPLE):<br />

Larger rooms, some with views.<br />

Rooms for four have two queen<br />

beds or a queen plus two single<br />

beds.<br />

BANFF CARIBOU LODGE & SPA<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk/banff call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

BANFF – CANADA<br />

FAIRMONT GOLD (2 PEOPLE): <strong>The</strong><br />

Fairmont Gold experience is ideal for<br />

the discerning traveller looking for<br />

added amenities & personalised<br />

attention. <strong>The</strong> enhanced service<br />

starts with a private check-in.<br />

Fairmont Gold rooms also give<br />

access to the Fairmont Gold Lounge<br />

where complimentary buffet<br />

breakfast & après ski appetisers are<br />

served and there is an honesty bar.<br />

Bedrooms are luxurious with one<br />

king bed or queen or two single<br />

beds & full ensuite bathroom with<br />

double vanity unit & jetted bath<br />

tub. Complimentary breakfast for<br />

Gold room guests.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Room Only.<br />

Breakfast available locally at a<br />

supplement.<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 768<br />

PROPERTY CODE: V00H02<br />

A popular hotel with a friendly ‘mountain lodge’ atmosphere. 1km from<br />

the ‘downtown’ area, the resort operated ski bus stops outside & serves<br />

all three ski areas.<br />

FACILITIES†: <strong>The</strong> Keg Steakhouse &<br />

Bar •Spacious lounge & lobby area<br />

with open fireplace •Free shuttle bus<br />

into town •Wifi internet •Coin-op<br />

laundry<br />

SPA FEATURES†: Free use of small<br />

fitness room, steam room & 35<br />

person jetted hot pool •'Red Earth<br />

Spa' offering massage services &<br />

treatments<br />

Important information about spa<br />

facilities - see page 375.<br />

ROOMS (2-4 PEOPLE): Standard<br />

bedrooms with a courtyard view,<br />

two double or queen size beds or a<br />

king bed, 32 LCD TV, tea & coffee<br />

making facility, hairdryer, ensuite<br />

bathroom with bath, shower & wc.<br />

SUPERIOR ROOMS (2-4 PEOPLE):<br />

Facilities as above but with two<br />

queen beds, balcony & external<br />

views. Prices on reservation system.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Room Only.<br />

Breakfast available locally at a<br />

supplement.<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 195<br />

PROPERTY CODE: V00H06<br />

Neilson Rating •••••<br />

INDOOR POOL<br />

OUTDOOR POOL<br />

FOUR OR MORE<br />

WELLNESS AREA<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Discount available if<br />

twin centre holiday<br />

taken with another<br />

western Fairmont<br />

property for a minimum<br />

of 5 nights in each.<br />

All porterage & maids’<br />

tips included<br />

A handpicked selection of hotels<br />

offering first class spa facilities<br />

Neilson Rating ••••<br />

WELLNESS AREA<br />

FOUR OR MORE<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free upgrade to next<br />

level up of pre-booked<br />

skis or snowboard<br />

(except 22 Dec - 2 Jan<br />

2010 & 15 Mar - 15 Apr<br />

2010)<br />

Free bottle of sparkling<br />

wine for honeymoon<br />

couples<br />

Discount vouchers for<br />

resort shops &<br />

restaurants for all<br />

Neilson guests<br />

Free use of 'hot pool'<br />

A handpicked selection of hotels<br />

offering first class spa facilities<br />

55


56<br />

CANADA – BANFF<br />

BREWSTER'S MOUNTAIN LODGE<br />

Owned and operated by one of the oldest families in the Rockies,<br />

Brewster’s Mountain Lodge is in the heart of Banff, 20m from bustling<br />

Banff Avenue and 70m from the ski bus stop. <strong>The</strong> hotel has a backcountry<br />

charm, authentic western atmosphere & rustic log furnishings.<br />

It’s a good value, popular hotel with many returning guests.<br />

FACILITIES†: Lobby with open<br />

fireplace •Free use of sauna & hot<br />

tub •Fitness area •Gift shop •‘Café<br />

for breakfast •Laundry facility<br />

ROOMS (2-4 PEOPLE): Two queensize<br />

beds, satellite TV & full ensuite<br />

bathroom with hairdryer.<br />

DELUXE ROOMS (2-4 PEOPLE):<br />

Two queen beds and a jetted bath<br />

tub, wc, telephone & satellite TV.<br />

Prices on reservations system.<br />

BANFF PTARMIGAN INN<br />

DELUXE KING (2 PEOPLE): One<br />

king bed, jetted bath tub, shower,<br />

wc, telephone & satellite TV.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Bed & Breakfast.<br />

Daily continental buffet breakfast.<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 77<br />

PROPERTY CODE: V00H08<br />

This hotel lies in a superb central location and offers comfortable, good<br />

value accommodation and a friendly welcoming atmosphere. It is a<br />

popular hotel with many guests returning each year. <strong>The</strong> Ptarmigan Inn<br />

is in downtown Banff, just 200m from the shops and restaurants. Many<br />

other Banff attractions are within walking distance of the hotel.<br />

FACILITIES†: Two indoor hot tubs<br />

•Steam room, sauna & fitness room<br />

•Lounge with bar area •‘Caramba’<br />

Mediterranean restaurant •Free Wifi<br />

STANDARD ROOMS (2-4 PEOPLE):<br />

Inner rooms with atrium or lobby<br />

view, have one or two queen beds,<br />

cable TV, a coffee maker with<br />

complimentary tea and coffee,<br />

hairdryer and a full ensuite<br />

bathroom.<br />

OUTSIDE VIEW ROOMS (2-4<br />

PEOPLE): Similar to bedrooms<br />

described above but with external<br />

views. <strong>The</strong>se rooms are available at a<br />

supplement. Prices on reservation<br />

system.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Room Only.<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 134<br />

PROPERTY CODE: V00H07<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk/banff call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

Neilson Rating •••+<br />

CENTRAL LOCATION<br />

GOOD FOR GROUPS<br />

FOUR OR MORE<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free use of hot tub &<br />

sauna<br />

Free sparkling wine &<br />

gift basket on arrival for<br />

wedding bookings<br />

Neilson Rating •••+<br />

CENTRAL LOCATION<br />

FOUR OR MORE<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free use of hot tubs,<br />

sauna and steam room.<br />

Free upgrade to next<br />

level of pre-booked skis<br />

or snowboard (except<br />

22 Dec - 2 Jan 2010 & 15<br />

Mar - 15 Apr 2010)<br />

Discount vouchers for<br />

resort shops &<br />

restaurants for all guests


EARLY BOOKING OFFERS FOR LIFT PASSES PLUS UP TO 4 FREE CHILD LIFT PASSES PER PRE-BOOKED ADULT LIFT PASS<br />

Basic Holiday Prices in £s per adult from<br />

the amounts shown.<br />

THE RIMROCK RESORT HOTEL<br />

If you are looking for some exclusivity, fantastic service, top quality<br />

dining and modern facilities then this is the hotel for you. Perched on<br />

Sulphur Mountain overlooking Banff town, the Rimrock has magnificent<br />

views in every direction. It has many restaurants, bars, shops and leisure<br />

facilities on site. <strong>The</strong>re is a free resort bus service into the town of Banff,<br />

4km away, which links with the free ski bus service (with lift pass) to the<br />

ski areas.<br />

FACILITIES†: Eden Dining Room<br />

with award-winning wine list<br />

•Primrose dining room, Larkspur<br />

Lounge & Diva's lounge •Rimrock<br />

café & shops •Concierge service &<br />

24hr room service •Free resort<br />

shuttle bus service<br />

SPA FEATURES†: Free use of indoor<br />

pool, hot tub, steam room & sauna<br />

•Fitness facility with pilates & yoga<br />

classes •Squash courts •Spa offering<br />

many treatments, including facials,<br />

body treatments, hand & foot care<br />

& massages<br />

Important information about spa<br />

facilities - see page 375.<br />

ALL ROOMS: Bedrooms are<br />

spacious and beautifully decorated<br />

with TV, hair dryer, minibar, radio,<br />

coffee maker & full ensuite<br />

bathroom. <strong>The</strong> rooms are<br />

categorised as follows:<br />

SUPERIOR (2-4 PEOPLE): One king<br />

or two queen beds with Alpine view,<br />

partially obstructed by trees or<br />

hotel.<br />

DELUXE VIEW (2-4 PEOPLE): As<br />

above but with view of Rundle<br />

Mountain Range, available at a<br />

supplement.<br />

09 Dec- 19 Dec- 26 Dec- 02 Jan- 06 Jan- 27 Jan- 03 Feb- 10 Feb- 17 Feb- 27 Feb- 10 Mar- 20 Mar- 31 Mar- 07 Apr- 14 Apr-<br />

Nts 18 Dec 25 Dec 01 Jan 05 Jan 26 Jan 02 Feb 09 Feb 16 Feb 26 Feb 09 Mar 19 Mar 30 Mar 06 Apr 13 Apr 24 Apr<br />

Supplements in £s per person per night from:<br />

(Unless otherwise stated)<br />

<strong>The</strong> Fairmont Banff Springs<br />

V00H02 Room Only<br />

7<br />

Moderate Room 2 10/11*<br />

14<br />

1119<br />

1179<br />

1485<br />

1595<br />

1615<br />

2165<br />

1455<br />

1629<br />

1839<br />

1419<br />

1685†<br />

1749<br />

1099<br />

1265<br />

1435<br />

1185<br />

1399<br />

1685<br />

1309<br />

1555<br />

1759<br />

1335<br />

1669<br />

1825<br />

1319<br />

1539<br />

1725<br />

1295<br />

1555<br />

1739<br />

1285<br />

1485<br />

1725<br />

1249<br />

1499<br />

1615<br />

1189<br />

1415<br />

1499<br />

1245<br />

1385<br />

1605<br />

1159<br />

1325<br />

-<br />

Moderate Room 2: Breakfast £23<br />

from £799<br />

see p372<br />

7 1419 1925 1749 1705 1385 1475 1605 1635 1619 1589 1575 1529 1489 1569 1465<br />

Fairmont Gold 2 10/11* 1595 2029 2045 2169† 1689 1829 1999 2149 1985 1999 1909 1935 1889 1859 1779<br />

Fairmont Gold 2: Breakfast £Nil<br />

14 2105 2799 2415 2319 1999 2265 2335 2425 2295 2315 2295 2185 2095 2255 -<br />

7 1139 1439 1319 1399 1105 1159 1235 1255 1245 1219 1209 1175 1185 1255 1169<br />

Deluxe 2/4 10/11* 1205 1419 1545 1659† 1265 1339 1439 1549 1429 1439 1375 1399 1415 1399 1339<br />

Deluxe 2/4: Breakfast £23, 3 share £10, 2 share £29<br />

14 1525 1889 1665 1729 1435 1575 1609 1675 1579 1595 1579 1525 1499 1625 -<br />

Banff Caribou Lodge & Spa<br />

V00H06 Room Only<br />

7<br />

Room 2/4 10/11*<br />

14<br />

1035<br />

1049<br />

1315<br />

1365<br />

1299<br />

1679<br />

1249<br />

1385<br />

1465<br />

1289<br />

1455†<br />

1505<br />

989<br />

1085<br />

1209<br />

1019<br />

1095<br />

1229<br />

1035<br />

1145<br />

1289<br />

1115<br />

1319<br />

1419<br />

1129<br />

1239<br />

1365<br />

1109<br />

1255<br />

1379<br />

1099<br />

1195<br />

1365<br />

1069<br />

1229<br />

1365<br />

1139<br />

1335<br />

1395<br />

1185<br />

1259<br />

1435<br />

1055<br />

1155<br />

-<br />

Room 2/4: Breakfast £12, Sole use £30,<br />

3rd & 4th Adult redn. £21<br />

from £799<br />

see p372<br />

Brewster’s Mountain Lodge<br />

V00H08 Bed & Breakfast<br />

7<br />

Room 2/4 10/11*<br />

14<br />

1019<br />

1065<br />

1319<br />

1265<br />

1229<br />

1565<br />

1235<br />

1379<br />

1455<br />

1269<br />

1435†<br />

1495<br />

1009<br />

1095<br />

1229<br />

1009<br />

1115<br />

1255<br />

1029<br />

1179<br />

1325<br />

1129<br />

1309<br />

1429<br />

1109<br />

1219<br />

1349<br />

1089<br />

1205<br />

1335<br />

1059<br />

1119<br />

1275<br />

1005<br />

1139<br />

1215<br />

1059<br />

1229<br />

1295<br />

1129<br />

1229<br />

1399<br />

1065<br />

1165<br />

-<br />

Room 2/4: 3rd & 4th Adult redn. £20<br />

from £799<br />

see p372<br />

Banff Ptarmigan Inn<br />

V00H07 Room Only<br />

7<br />

Room 2/4 10/11*<br />

14<br />

1009<br />

1049<br />

1299<br />

1315<br />

1255<br />

1609<br />

1205<br />

1365<br />

1425<br />

1269<br />

1419†<br />

1475<br />

989<br />

1059<br />

1185<br />

989<br />

1085<br />

1209<br />

1009<br />

1135<br />

1275<br />

1099<br />

1275<br />

1385<br />

1099<br />

1199<br />

1325<br />

1079<br />

1189<br />

1309<br />

1059<br />

1155<br />

1309<br />

1049<br />

1199<br />

1299<br />

1109<br />

1299<br />

1365<br />

1149<br />

1245<br />

1409<br />

1055<br />

1145<br />

-<br />

Room 2/4: 3rd & 4th Adult redn. £21<br />

from £799<br />

see p372<br />

<strong>The</strong> Rimrock Resort Hotel<br />

V00H13 Room Only<br />

7<br />

Room 2/4 10/11*<br />

14<br />

1159<br />

1185<br />

1565<br />

1425<br />

1339<br />

1869<br />

1309<br />

1499<br />

1659<br />

1409<br />

1635†<br />

1759<br />

1119<br />

1239<br />

1469<br />

1165<br />

1279<br />

1555<br />

1209<br />

1349<br />

1569<br />

1235<br />

1449<br />

1629<br />

1225<br />

1335<br />

1539<br />

1199<br />

1349<br />

1555<br />

1189<br />

1289<br />

1539<br />

1155<br />

1325<br />

1515<br />

1199<br />

1389<br />

1545<br />

1285<br />

1385<br />

1679<br />

1195<br />

1325<br />

-<br />

Room 2/4: Breakfast £22, Premium room £17,<br />

Sole use of double £55, View £4, 3rd & 4th Adult redn. £37 from £799<br />

see p372<br />

7 1399 1795 1635 1649 1345 1399 1459 1489 1475 1449 1435 1395 1445 1545 1439<br />

Grand View 2 10/11* 1485 1745 1855 1999† 1539 1595 1679 1805 1665 1679 1605 1649 1729 1719 1645<br />

Grand View 2: Breakfast £22<br />

14 2065 2559 2235 2229 1919 2029 2055 2135 2015 2035 2015 1985 2025 2199 -<br />

Prices are a guide only & will be confirmed on enquiry. Adult prices in £ sterling start from the amounts shown & apply to selected flight departures between each date range based on current charges & costs. Prices may go up or down & supplements (e.g. flight &/or fuel), or reductions may apply. Supplements ‘from’ are based on low season dates. For full details on how to price your holiday, charges,<br />

supplements & surcharges see ‘Your Holiday Price’ page 368. For important Holiday Information & Booking Conditions see pages 368 - 385. †Some facilities may incur a local charge. LOW 09-15Dec,02Jan-09Feb,13-30Mar,14-24Apr.HIGH 16 Dec - 01 Jan, 10 Feb - 12 Mar, 31 Mar - 13 Apr. * 11 night prices on reservations system. † = 11 night price, 10 nights not available. NS057a<br />

TRI AREA LIFT PASS DAY RATE 6 DAY 13 DAY<br />

Adult (18-64yrs) ............................ £45 £259 £515<br />

Youth (13-17yrs) ........................... £40 £229 £469<br />

Child (6-12yrs) .............................. £20 £109 £199<br />

Senior (65yrs+) ............................ £40 £229 £469<br />

Lift pass covers Bannf, Mt. Norquay, Sunshine Village and<br />

<strong>The</strong> Lake Louise ski area. Free lift pass for children 0-5yrs.<br />

SPECIAL OFFER: KIDS <strong>SKI</strong> FREE - up to 4 FREE child<br />

lift passes with at least 1 adult pre-booking the<br />

same. Children must share the same surname or<br />

permanent address, one adult lift pass (min 6<br />

days) per 4 children must be pre-booked to<br />

qualify. Proof of child relationship and age must<br />

be shown.<br />

SPECIAL OFFER - Pre-book a 6 day lift pass and get<br />

2 extra days free. Valid until 30th Oct ’09.<br />

SPECIAL OFFER - Pre-book a 9 or 10 day lift pass &<br />

pay 7 day price, or get up to 13 days for 10 day<br />

price. Valid until 30th Oct ’09.<br />

<strong>SKI</strong>/BOARD EQUIPMENT DAY RATE 6 DAY 13 DAY<br />

Adult Equipment<br />

Skis & boots standard ................... £10 £49 £85<br />

Skis & boots intermediate ............. £12 £65 £139<br />

Skis & boots superior .................... £15 £79 £165<br />

Skis only standard ......................... £9 £45 £85<br />

Skis only intermediate ................... £12 £65 £125<br />

Skis only superior .......................... £14 £79 £155<br />

Snowboard & boots standard ....... £12 £69 £139<br />

Snowboard & boots intermediate.. £15 £85 £165<br />

Snowboard & boots superior ........ £17 £99 £199<br />

Snowboard only standard ............ £11 £65 £125<br />

Snowboard only intermediate ....... £13 £75 £149<br />

Snowboard only superior ............. £15 £89 £185<br />

Child Equipment ** DAY RATE 6 DAY 13 DAY<br />

Skis & boots standard ................... £6 £29 £49<br />

Skis & boots intermediate ............. £9 £49 £85<br />

Skis only standard ......................... £5 £25 £39<br />

Skis only intermediate ................... £7 £39 £75<br />

Snowboard & boots standard ....... £9 £49 £85<br />

Snowboard & boots intermediate.. £10 £55 £115<br />

Snowboard only standard ............ £7 £39 £75<br />

Snowboard only intermediate ...... £8 £45 £105<br />

* Child skis & boots = 3-12yrs, * Child board & boots =<br />

8-12yrs. * * All child equipment hire includes a helmet.<br />

<strong>SKI</strong>/BOARD TUITION 3 Day<br />

Club Ski - visit all 3 ski areas in a group .....................<br />

Adult (13+yrs) ski or board school (3x4hrs) ............... £155<br />

Child - Club Junior (6-12yrs) ski school (3x4hrs) ......... £155<br />

Club Ski includes 3 days, with the first day in Lake Louise,<br />

then Sunshine & Mount Norquay ski areas. Starts Sunday and<br />

Thursday. **Children enrolled in Club Junior must wear a<br />

helmet.<br />

<strong>SKI</strong>/BOARD TUITION AT SUNSHINE<br />

Neilson Discover Snowsport - 3 Day Package ............ £200<br />

Tiny Tigers Ski & Play (3-6 yrs incl lunch) per day ....... £65<br />

Kids Kampus (6-12 yrs incl lunch) per day .................. £60<br />

Adult beginners package (ability levels 0-1), includes<br />

Sunshine lift pass, 3x4hr lessons & 3 x lunch.<br />

BANFF <strong>SKI</strong> PACK<br />

BANFF – CANADA<br />

PREMIUM (2-4 PEOPLE):<br />

Panoramic valley or mountain views,<br />

luxurious bathrobes & slippers and<br />

nightly turn-down service, available<br />

at a supplement.<br />

GRAND VIEW (2 PEOPLE): One<br />

king bed, panoramic views located<br />

on highest floors plus free Wifi, free<br />

valet parking, free access to fitness<br />

facility, 15% off food & beverages<br />

taken in the hotel & separate checkin<br />

service.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Room Only.<br />

Breakfast available locally at a<br />

supplement.<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 346<br />

PROPERTY CODE: V00H13<br />

Neilson Rating •••••<br />

INDOOR POOL<br />

WELLNESS AREA<br />

FOUR OR MORE<br />

IMPORTANT: †† Complete beginner = Ability Level 0, Intermediate = Ability Level 1-4. Ability levels must be stated at the time of booking - see page 13 for details. Special Offers may be withdrawn at any time. Prices are in £s and are approximate - please see reservation system, our website or call us for more details.<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk/banff call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free upgrade to Deluxe<br />

room for new superior<br />

room bookings made by<br />

30th Sept 09<br />

Two free entries to<br />

nearby Banff Upper Hot<br />

Springs for all bookings<br />

made by 30th Sept 09<br />

10-13 night night stays<br />

receive CAN $100 food<br />

& beverage credit (per<br />

room) CAN $200 for 14<br />

nights or longer<br />

Free use of hot tub &<br />

sauna<br />

A handpicked selection of hotels<br />

offering first class spa facilities<br />

Child<br />

prices<br />

57


58<br />

CANADA – BANFF<br />

BANFF INTERNATIONAL<br />

A modern, attractive and popular hotel with a friendly atmosphere,<br />

superbly located in the centre of the resort with shops, bars and<br />

restaurants in the immediate vicinity. A popular choice for all. A<br />

supermarket is located directly across the street. <strong>The</strong> Banff International<br />

is 12.8 km from Cascade & Sundance Conveyor lift and the nearest<br />

slopes. <strong>The</strong> resort ski bus can be taken from the bus stop which is 250<br />

metres from the hotel.<br />

FACILITIES†: Bar •Mountain Grill<br />

restaurant •Sauna, steam room &<br />

hot tub •Fitness room •Ski storage<br />

lockers and tune up room •Coin-op<br />

laundry •Log fireplace in the lobby<br />

•Free Wifi<br />

FOR FAMILIES: Children’s menus<br />

ROOMS (2-4 PEOPLE): Two double<br />

beds with tea/coffee making<br />

facilities, minifridge, satellite TV,<br />

hairdryer, bathroom with bath,<br />

shower & wc.<br />

MOUNTAIN VIEW & DUPLEX<br />

ROOMS (2-4 PEOPLE): <strong>The</strong>se<br />

rooms are available at a supplement.<br />

HOMESTEAD INN<br />

BOARD BASIS: Room Only.<br />

Breakfast available locally for a<br />

supplement<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 165<br />

PROPERTY CODE: V00H20<br />

Simply furnished and centrally positioned, this inn offers comfortable<br />

accommodation and great value for money. <strong>The</strong> Homestead lies in a<br />

central location on one of the main roads of Banff, with a restaurant<br />

right next door. <strong>The</strong> nearest shops are 100m away and a supermarket<br />

250m away. Ski bus stops 20m from the Homestead – with a regular<br />

service to the Cascade & Sundance lifts, 12.8km away.<br />

FACILITIES†: Free Wifi in all rooms<br />

•'Melissa's Restaurant & Bar' next<br />

door<br />

ROOMS (2-4 PEOPLE): Two double<br />

beds, cable TV, coffee making<br />

facilities, minifridge, hairdryer, and<br />

ensuite bathroom with bath, shower<br />

& wc.<br />

INNS OF BANFF & SWISS VILLAGE<br />

BOARD BASIS: Room Only.<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 27<br />

PROPERTY CODE: V00H21<br />

This hotel offers excellent value for money, and is an ideal base for skiers<br />

wanting plentiful amenities after an exhilarating day on the slopes.<br />

1.5km from the centre of Banff and 13km from the Norquay ski area.<br />

<strong>The</strong> resort ski bus can be taken from the bus stop, which is 20m from<br />

the hotel.<br />

FACILITIES†: •'Bears Den' Pub<br />

•'Wildlife Grill' •‘Miki’ Japanese<br />

restaurant •Indoor and outdoor hot<br />

tubs •Indoor pool •Sauna •Massage<br />

•Shop •Wifi access<br />

ACCOMMODATION: All rooms<br />

have cable TV, tea & coffee making<br />

facilities, ensuite bathroom with<br />

bath, shower and wc.<br />

SWISS VILLAGE ROOMS (2-4<br />

PEOPLE): Two double beds or one<br />

queen bed. Prices on reservation<br />

system.<br />

INNS OF BANFF ROOMS (2-4<br />

PEOPLE): Larger rooms with a<br />

limited or obstructed view and two<br />

queen beds, minifridge and balcony.<br />

Rooms with a mountain view are<br />

available at a supplement.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Room Only.<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: Inns of Banff<br />

192/ Swiss Village 52<br />

PROPERTY CODE: V00H09/H01<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk/banff call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

Neilson Rating •••+<br />

FOUR OR MORE<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free CAN $25 dinner<br />

voucher per room for<br />

mountain grill<br />

restaurant<br />

Free upgrade for<br />

honeymoon couples &<br />

stays of 15 nights or<br />

more (subject to<br />

availability)<br />

Neilson Rating ••<br />

CENTRAL LOCATION<br />

FOUR OR MORE<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free welcome pack on<br />

arrival for all Neilson<br />

guests<br />

Free vouchers for use in<br />

Melissa's Restaurant &<br />

Bar<br />

VALUE<br />

No frills accommodation at a cheaper price<br />

– where it's the skiing that really counts!<br />

Neilson Rating •••<br />

INDOOR POOL<br />

FOUR OR MORE<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free upgrade to next<br />

level of pre-booked skis<br />

or snowboard (except<br />

22 Dec -2 Jan 2010 & 15<br />

Mar - 15 Apr 2010)<br />

Free use of pool, sauna<br />

& hot tubs<br />

Guests receive 10%<br />

discount voucher for<br />

food at the Wildfire Grill<br />

or Bears Den Pub<br />

Discount vouchers for<br />

resort shops &<br />

restaurants for all guests


SUNSHINE MOUNTAIN LODGE (SUNSHINE<br />

MOUNTAIN)<br />

Banff’s only ‘ski in-ski out’ property, in the centre of Sunshine Village at<br />

the top of the gondola station at 2160m it is like a small resort in its<br />

own right. You catch the Gondola up the mountain to get to the hotel -<br />

what a unique way to start your holiday! Check-in is located in the<br />

gondola base and bags can be transferred by hotel staff. It is in a quiet<br />

location and offers a daily programme of après-ski events and family<br />

activities. A superb value ‘Discover Snowsports’ package is available<br />

here as well as good childcare facilities. <strong>The</strong> excellent Sunshine Ski<br />

School meets up just outside the hotel.<br />

FACILITIES: Bistro & Fine Dining<br />

restaurant •Coffee shop & pub<br />

nearby •Sauna & outdoor hot tub<br />

•Games room with pool table •Gym<br />

•Massage & aesthetic services •Ski<br />

school/rental shop nearby •Wifi<br />

•Spa treatments<br />

FOR FAMILIES: Family room with<br />

sofas, big-screen TV, wood burning<br />

fireplace & board games •Daycare<br />

& child ski school services nearby<br />

SUPERIOR ROOMS (2-3 PEOPLE):<br />

Superior waterfall facing rooms in<br />

the main section with a queen bed<br />

& a pull-out single bed, TV, full<br />

bathroom & hairdryer.<br />

DELUXE ROOMS (2-3 PEOPLE): As<br />

above but with piste view & balcony<br />

also available at a supplement.<br />

BUMPERS INN<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk/banff call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

BANFF – CANADA<br />

PREMIUM ROOMS (2-4 PEOPLE):<br />

King or queen bed and a double<br />

murphy bed in the new wing.<br />

Facilities as above.<br />

LOFT SUITE ROOMS (2-6 PEOPLE):<br />

As above but split level with<br />

additional queen bed in loft, these<br />

rooms are in the new wing. Prices<br />

on reservation system<br />

BOARD BASIS: Room Only.<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 84<br />

PROPERTY CODE: V00H14/HS4<br />

This comfortable hotel has simple décor and enjoys a quiet location &<br />

offers a warm welcome from its friendly management team. Spacious<br />

yet cosy, it offers no-nonsense accommodation at an affordable price.<br />

Bumpers Inn is 1.5km from the centre of Banff which is a 15 to 20<br />

minute walk or can be reached using the downtown resort bus. It is<br />

13km from Cascade & Sundance Conveyor lift and the nearest slopes.<br />

<strong>The</strong> resort ski bus can be taken from the bus stop 250m from the hotel.<br />

FACILITIES†: '<strong>The</strong> Beef <strong>House</strong>'<br />

restaurant & bar.<br />

ROOMS (2-4 PEOPLE): Comfortable<br />

bedrooms with one queen or two<br />

double beds, TV, tea and coffee<br />

making facilities, hairdryer and<br />

bathroom with bath, shower and<br />

wc.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Room Only.<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 39<br />

PROPERTY CODE: V00H19<br />

Neilson Rating •••+<br />

<strong>SKI</strong> IN <strong>SKI</strong> OUT<br />

FOUR OR MORE<br />

GOOD FOR FAMILIES<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free lift pass for<br />

Sunshine Village<br />

Free use of hot tub &<br />

sauna<br />

Free select Après-ski<br />

activities<br />

Free regular daily<br />

shuttle to Banff<br />

Free evening shuttle bus<br />

to Banff every Friday<br />

Free shuttle to Lake<br />

Louise on Monday &<br />

Friday for Club Ski<br />

programme during<br />

main season<br />

Free room upgrade<br />

from Superior to Deluxe<br />

for all bookings made<br />

before 1 Nov 09<br />

Neilson Rating ••<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free wine or beer with<br />

first meal purchased at<br />

restaurant.<br />

VALUE<br />

No frills accommodation at a cheaper price<br />

– where it's the skiing that really counts!<br />

59


60<br />

CANADA – BANFF<br />

EARLY BOOKING OFFERS FOR LIFT PASSES PLUS UP TO 4 FREE CHILD LIFT PASSES PER PRE-BOOKED ADULT LIFT PASS<br />

Basic Holiday Prices in £s per adult from<br />

the amounts shown.<br />

THE FOX HOTEL & SUITES<br />

This is a popular property which opened in the summer of 2007. It has<br />

taken different natural elements from the Banff National Park to create a<br />

welcoming atmosphere with superb facilities. It is a five minute walk<br />

from the centre of Banff. <strong>The</strong> hotel minibus runs regularly to the<br />

Downtown area with its bars, restaurants & shops. <strong>The</strong> resort ski bus<br />

stops 150m away.<br />

FACILITIES†: Lobby with open<br />

fireplace •Free use of hot tubs,<br />

sauna & fitness room •‘Chilis’<br />

restaurant •Free Wifi<br />

HOTEL ROOM (2-4 PEOPLE): Two<br />

double or one queen bed, satellite<br />

TV & full ensuite bathroom. <strong>The</strong>se<br />

rooms have a courtyard view, some<br />

also have a single sofabed.<br />

1 BEDROOM SUPERIOR SUITE (2-5<br />

PEOPLE): Bedroom with two double<br />

beds or one king bed full ensuite<br />

bathroom & wc. Single sleeper sofa<br />

bed in the lounge area & cable TV.<br />

Small kitchenette with toaster &<br />

microwave.<br />

2 BEDROOM SUPERIOR SUITE (4-8<br />

PEOPLE): As above but with an<br />

extra bedroom with two double<br />

beds & ensuite bathroom. <strong>The</strong>se<br />

rooms are on request, prices on<br />

reservation system.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Bed & Breakfast.<br />

Continental breakfast to be taken in<br />

Chilis restaurant.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 116<br />

PROPERTY CODE: V00H18/V00HS8<br />

09 Dec- 19 Dec- 26 Dec- 02 Jan- 06 Jan- 27 Jan- 03 Feb- 10 Feb- 17 Feb- 27 Feb- 10 Mar- 20 Mar- 31 Mar- 07 Apr- 14 Apr-<br />

Nts 18 Dec 25 Dec 01 Jan 05 Jan 26 Jan 02 Feb 09 Feb 16 Feb 26 Feb 09 Mar 19 Mar 30 Mar 06 Apr 13 Apr 24 Apr<br />

Neilson Rating ••••<br />

CENTRAL LOCATION<br />

WELLNESS AREA<br />

GOOD FOR GROUPS<br />

FOUR OR MORE<br />

Supplements in £s per person per night from:<br />

(Unless otherwise stated)<br />

Banff International<br />

V00H20 Room Only<br />

7<br />

Room 2/4 10/11*<br />

14<br />

985<br />

1015<br />

1285<br />

1185<br />

1105<br />

1395<br />

1095<br />

1275<br />

1269<br />

1225<br />

-†<br />

1399<br />

965<br />

1025<br />

1135<br />

965<br />

1045<br />

1185<br />

1009<br />

1139<br />

1259<br />

1085<br />

1239<br />

1329<br />

1065<br />

1149<br />

1259<br />

1045<br />

1139<br />

1245<br />

1025<br />

1109<br />

1235<br />

985<br />

1099<br />

1155<br />

1019<br />

1169<br />

1215<br />

1085<br />

1169<br />

1315<br />

1029<br />

1109<br />

-<br />

Room 2/4: Breakfast £9, Mountain view £7,<br />

Duplex room £14, 3rd & 4th Adult redn. £17<br />

from £799<br />

see p372<br />

Homestead Inn<br />

V00H21 Room Only<br />

7<br />

Room 2/4 10/11*<br />

14<br />

935<br />

949<br />

1145<br />

1159<br />

1069<br />

1325<br />

1069<br />

1219<br />

1199<br />

1179<br />

-†<br />

1309<br />

919<br />

959<br />

1045<br />

929<br />

999<br />

1095<br />

955<br />

1049<br />

1125<br />

999<br />

1119<br />

1169<br />

985<br />

1039<br />

1105<br />

965<br />

1029<br />

1095<br />

945<br />

999<br />

1095<br />

939<br />

1039<br />

1085<br />

995<br />

1125<br />

1159<br />

1055<br />

1125<br />

1255<br />

999<br />

1069<br />

-<br />

Room 2/4: 3rd & 4th Adult redn. £13<br />

from £799<br />

see p372<br />

Inns Of Banff<br />

V00H09 Room Only<br />

7<br />

Inn Room 2/4 10/11*<br />

14<br />

959<br />

985<br />

1195<br />

1289<br />

1229<br />

1549<br />

1185<br />

1315<br />

1359<br />

1229<br />

1355†<br />

1385<br />

945<br />

999<br />

1095<br />

945<br />

1019<br />

1115<br />

959<br />

1069<br />

1189<br />

1059<br />

1215<br />

1309<br />

1065<br />

1149<br />

1259<br />

1045<br />

1139<br />

1245<br />

1025<br />

1109<br />

1245<br />

1015<br />

1149<br />

1235<br />

1075<br />

1249<br />

1289<br />

1109<br />

1185<br />

1319<br />

1009<br />

1079<br />

-<br />

Inn Room 2/4: Mountain view £4, 3rd & 4th Adult redn. £16<br />

from £799<br />

see p372<br />

Sunshine Mountain Lodge<br />

V00H14/HS4 Room Only<br />

7<br />

Superior Room 2/3 10/11*<br />

14<br />

1279<br />

1409<br />

1859<br />

1705<br />

1899<br />

2569<br />

1769<br />

1925<br />

2209<br />

1595<br />

1889†<br />

2029<br />

1255<br />

1425<br />

1689<br />

1255<br />

1455<br />

1725<br />

1279<br />

1539<br />

1899<br />

1485<br />

1855<br />

2149<br />

1489<br />

1725<br />

2029<br />

1459<br />

1709<br />

2009<br />

1435<br />

1659<br />

2005<br />

1419<br />

1725<br />

1989<br />

1499<br />

1869<br />

2129<br />

1529<br />

1745<br />

2085<br />

1325<br />

1539<br />

-<br />

Superior Room 2/3: Sole use £79,<br />

Deluxe room £10, 3rd & 4th Adult redn. £13<br />

-<br />

see p372<br />

7 1249 1595 1649 1595 1225 1225 1249 1385 1379 1349 1325 1315 1389 1445 1299<br />

Premium New Wing 2/4 10/11* 1339 1605 1719 1785† 1355 1379 1449 1655 1539 1525 1485 1539 1669 1605 1459<br />

Premium New Wing 2/4: 3 share £7, 2 share £20<br />

14 1735 2145 1965 1885 1579 1609 1715 1875 1769 1755 1755 1735 1855 1895 -<br />

Bumpers Inn<br />

V00H19 Room Only<br />

7<br />

Room 2 10/11*<br />

14<br />

935<br />

955<br />

1149<br />

1119<br />

1049<br />

1319<br />

1079<br />

1249<br />

1229<br />

1195<br />

1305†<br />

1329<br />

919<br />

965<br />

1045<br />

919<br />

985<br />

1069<br />

935<br />

1019<br />

1099<br />

995<br />

1115<br />

1169<br />

995<br />

1055<br />

1125<br />

975<br />

1045<br />

1115<br />

955<br />

1015<br />

1115<br />

945<br />

1055<br />

1099<br />

1005<br />

1139<br />

1169<br />

1059<br />

1119<br />

1235<br />

979<br />

1039<br />

-<br />

from £799<br />

see p372<br />

<strong>The</strong> Fox Hotel & Suites<br />

V00H18 Bed & Breakfast<br />

7<br />

Room 2/4 10/11*<br />

14<br />

1039<br />

1055<br />

1319<br />

1269<br />

1189<br />

1539<br />

1169<br />

1339<br />

1375<br />

1279<br />

1445†<br />

1499<br />

989<br />

1085<br />

1215<br />

1019<br />

1099<br />

1235<br />

1039<br />

1145<br />

1255<br />

1079<br />

1255<br />

1329<br />

1075<br />

1165<br />

1265<br />

1055<br />

1179<br />

1275<br />

1045<br />

1125<br />

1265<br />

1019<br />

1155<br />

1265<br />

1085<br />

1255<br />

1315<br />

1155<br />

1229<br />

1405<br />

1059<br />

1159<br />

-<br />

Room 2/4: 3 share £5, 2 share £14<br />

from £799<br />

see p372<br />

7 1095 1359 1249 1335 1045 1075 1095 1149 1155 1129 1119 1089 1165 1225 1115<br />

Suite 2/5 10/11* 1129 1295 1425 1535† 1159 1175 1225 1365 1275 1285 1225 1265 1369 1325 1239<br />

Suite 2/5: 4 share £6, 3 share £15, 2 share £33<br />

14 1435 1699 1505 1609 1319 1345 1375 1475 1409 1425 1409 1409 1455 1539 -<br />

Prices are a guide only & will be confirmed on enquiry. Adult prices in £ sterling start from the amounts shown & apply to selected flight departures between each date range based on current charges & costs. Prices may go up or down & supplements (e.g. flight &/or fuel), or reductions may apply. Supplements ‘from’ are based on low season dates. For full details on how to price your holiday, charges,<br />

supplements & surcharges see ‘Your Holiday Price’ page 368. For important Holiday Information & Booking Conditions see pages 368 - 385. †Some facilities may incur a local charge. LOW 09-15Dec,02Jan-09Feb,13-30Mar,14-24Apr.HIGH 16 Dec - 01 Jan, 10 Feb - 12 Mar, 31 Mar - 13 Apr. * 11 night prices on reservations system. † = 11 night price, 10 nights not available. NS060a<br />

TRI AREA LIFT PASS DAY RATE 6 DAY 13 DAY<br />

<strong>SKI</strong>/BOARD EQUIPMENT DAY RATE 6 DAY 13 DAY<br />

<strong>SKI</strong>/BOARD TUITION 3 Day<br />

Adult (18-64yrs) ............................ £45 £259 £515 SPECIAL OFFER - Pre-book a 6 day lift pass and get Adult Equipment<br />

Child Equipment ** DAY RATE 6 DAY 13 DAY Club Ski - visit all 3 ski areas in a group .....................<br />

Youth (13-17yrs) ........................... £40 £229 £469 2 extra days free. Valid until 30th Oct ’09.<br />

Skis & boots standard ................... £10 £49 £85 Skis & boots standard ................... £6 £29 £49 Adult (13+yrs) ski or board school (3x4hrs) ............... £155<br />

Child (6-12yrs) .............................. £20 £109 £199<br />

Skis & boots intermediate ............. £12 £65 £139 Skis & boots intermediate ............. £9 £49 £85 Child - Club Junior (6-12yrs) ski school (3x4hrs) ......... £155<br />

Senior (65yrs+) ............................ £40 £229 £469 SPECIAL OFFER - Pre-book a 9 or 10 day lift pass & Skis & boots superior .................... £15 £79 £165 Skis only standard ......................... £5 £25 £39 Club Ski includes 3 days, with the first day in Lake Louise,<br />

Lift pass covers Bannf, Mt. Norquay, Sunshine Village and pay 7 day price, or get up to 13 days for 10 day Skis only standard ......................... £9 £45 £85 Skis only intermediate ................... £7 £39 £75 then Sunshine & Mount Norquay ski areas. Starts Sunday and<br />

<strong>The</strong> Lake Louise ski area. Free lift pass for children 0-5yrs. price. Valid until 30th Oct ’09.<br />

Skis only intermediate ................... £12 £65 £125 Snowboard & boots standard ....... £9 £49 £85 Thursday. **Children enrolled in Club Junior must wear a<br />

Proof of age (passport) may be required for child & senior lift<br />

Skis only superior .......................... £14 £79 £155 Snowboard & boots intermediate.. £10 £55 £115 helmet.<br />

passes.<br />

Snowboard & boots standard ....... £12 £69 £139 Snowboard only standard ............ £7 £39 £75<br />

Snowboard & boots intermediate.. £15 £85 £165 Snowboard only intermediate ...... £8 £45 £105 <strong>SKI</strong>/BOARD TUITION AT SUNSHINE<br />

SPECIAL OFFER: KIDS <strong>SKI</strong> FREE - up to 4 FREE child<br />

Snowboard & boots superior ........ £17 £99 £199 * Child skis & boots = 3-12yrs, * Child board & boots =<br />

lift passes with at least 1 adult pre-booking the<br />

Neilson Discover Snowsport - 3 Day Package ............ £200<br />

Snowboard only standard ............ £11 £65 £125 8-12yrs. * * All child equipment hire includes a helmet.<br />

same. Children must share the same surname or<br />

Tiny Tigers Ski & Play (3-6 yrs incl lunch) per day ....... £65<br />

Snowboard only intermediate ....... £13 £75 £149<br />

permanent address, one adult lift pass (min 6<br />

Kids Kampus (6-12 yrs incl lunch) per day .................. £60<br />

Snowboard only superior ............. £15 £89 £185<br />

days) per 4 children must be pre-booked to<br />

Adult beginners package (ability levels 0-1), includes<br />

qualify. Proof of child relationship and age must<br />

Sunshine lift pass, 3x4hr lessons & 3 x lunch.<br />

BANFF <strong>SKI</strong> PACK<br />

be shown.<br />

IMPORTANT: †† Complete beginner = Ability Level 0, Intermediate = Ability Level 1-4. Ability levels must be stated at the time of booking - see page 13 for details. Special Offers may be withdrawn at any time. Prices are in £s and are approximate - please see reservation system, our website or call us for more details.<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk/banff call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free use of hot tub,<br />

sauna & fitness room<br />

Free upgrade to next<br />

level of pre booked skis<br />

or snowboard (except<br />

22 Dec - 2 Jan 2010 & 15<br />

Mar - 15 Apr 2010)<br />

Discount vouchers for<br />

resort shops &<br />

restaurants for all guests<br />

Child<br />

prices


CHILD LIFT PASS OFFER • TWIN CENTRE HOLIDAYS • QUIET NIGHTLIFE<br />

ACTIVITIES<br />

•Ice Skating<br />

•Snowmobiling<br />

•Dogsledding<br />

•Torchlight Descent<br />

•Snowshoeing<br />

•Heli-Skiing<br />

•Helicopter Tours<br />

•Ice Canyon Walks<br />

•Calgary Shopping Trips<br />

DOGSLEDDING<br />

Try this amazing sport – the<br />

exhilaration of being pulled<br />

through the wilderness behind a team<br />

of excited husky dogs. <strong>The</strong>re are a<br />

variety of excursions through forest,<br />

mountain or valley trails.<br />

SNOWMOBILING<br />

Experience the feel of powered travel<br />

over snow while seeing more of the<br />

surrounding mountain scenery &<br />

maybe even cross over the frozen lake!<br />

<strong>The</strong>re are a number of itineraries to<br />

choose from suitable for those who<br />

have never driven a snowmobile<br />

before, through to expert.<br />

Three superb ski areas in the heart of<br />

the Rocky Mountains, each set in<br />

stunning scenery & linked by an<br />

efficient ski bus system. <strong>The</strong>re are<br />

stunning views from glacier to lake &<br />

high mountain vistas - some of the<br />

most amazing views of any ski resort<br />

in the world. Lake Louise ski area has<br />

a variety of long trails; 2 miles away &<br />

linked by bus service every 45<br />

minutes. Sunshine is larger with many<br />

slopes above tree line - 30 minutes by<br />

bus; Norquay is smaller with mainly<br />

wooded slopes - 20 minutes away.<br />

Beginners learn quickly with excellent<br />

LAKE LOUISE – CANADA<br />

LIFT PASS & TUITION<br />

PRICE PROMISE<br />

See page 371<br />

tuition & long green runs through<br />

the trees. Intermediates & advanced<br />

use the Tri Area pass to explore all<br />

three ski areas. <strong>The</strong>re is no central<br />

village, but there are a few<br />

restaurants, shops<br />

& bars. Not a resort for party loving<br />

people, more for serious skiers,<br />

boarders & families of all abilities who<br />

enjoy nature & quiet evenings spent<br />

relaxing by the fire.<br />

“for serious skiers &<br />

boarders who enjoy<br />

nature & quiet<br />

evenings spent by the<br />

fire”<br />

BEGINNERS<br />

INTERMEDIATES<br />

ADVANCED<br />

OFF-PISTE<br />

NON <strong>SKI</strong>ERS<br />

FAMILIES<br />

NIGHTLIFE<br />

Fair Excellent<br />

MOUNTAIN<br />

Skiing Altitude 1630m-2730m<br />

Resort Altitude 1645m<br />

Pistes 198km<br />

Number of Runs 56<br />

23% 39% 38%<br />

Number of Lifts 23<br />

Drags 2 / Chairs 19 / Gondolas 2<br />

Longest Run 8km<br />

Direction of Slopes N/S/E/W<br />

Terrain Parks yes<br />

Half Pipe yes<br />

Cross Country Trails 80km<br />

Night Skiing no<br />

Mountain Restaurants 19<br />

Snowmaking 14.5% runs covered<br />

Resort Ski Bus yes<br />

Linked Resorts<br />

Banff, Norquay & Sunshine Village<br />

FAMILY<br />

Babycare 2-36mths<br />

Créche 4-5yrs<br />

Ski School 6yrs+<br />

pre-bookable p63<br />

See page 373 or<br />

neilson.co.uk/childcare for more info.<br />

TRAVEL<br />

Departure Airports Heathrow<br />

Destination Airport Calgary<br />

Season 9 Dec-24 Apr<br />

Departure Days<br />

Saturday & Wednesday<br />

Flight Guide see page 385<br />

Transfer Time 2hrs 30mins<br />

Private taxi transfers available<br />

Car Hire See page 380<br />

TAILOR MADE<br />

Any date, any duration, any flight or<br />

combination<br />

Please call 0845 070 3460<br />

SPECIAL OFFER<br />

FREE - up to 4 FREE child lift passes per<br />

adult pre-booking the same<br />

(except holiday season)<br />

FREE extra lift pass days for pre-booked<br />

passes (before 30 Oct 09)<br />

61


62<br />

CANADA – LAKE LOUISE<br />

THE FAIRMONT CHATEAU LAKE LOUISE<br />

One of the most amazing settings in the Canadian Rockies, this hotel<br />

lies directly on the shore of Lake Louise and is surrounded by stunning<br />

scenery. It is 6km by shuttle bus to the Lake Louise ski area. <strong>The</strong> hotel<br />

can arrange activities such as skating parties, moonlit sleighrides and<br />

snowshoeing.<br />

FACILITIES†: Concierge service<br />

•Several restaurants •Pub •Café/Deli<br />

•Lounge with glacier views •Shops<br />

SPA FEATURES†: Free use of indoor<br />

pool, hot tub & steam room<br />

•'Escape Spa & Salon' treatments &<br />

Aveda products •Fitness room<br />

Important information about spa<br />

facilities - see page 375.<br />

MODERATE ROOM (2 PEOPLE):<br />

Small double bedroom, TV and<br />

ensuite bathroom.<br />

FAIRMONT ROOM (2 PEOPLE):<br />

Two singles or one queen or a king<br />

bed, TV & full bathroom. Lake view<br />

Fairmont rooms available at a<br />

supplement. Prices available on<br />

reservations system.<br />

DELUXE ROOM (2-4 PEOPLE): Two<br />

queen beds or one king bed, full<br />

bathroom & TV or one queen and 2<br />

single beds. Lake view deluxe rooms<br />

available at a supplement.<br />

FAIRMONT GOLD (2 PEOPLE): <strong>The</strong><br />

Fairmont Gold experience is ideal for<br />

LAKE LOUISE<br />

Spectacular scenery & amazing skiing<br />

<strong>The</strong> Lake Louise ski area is a giant<br />

among Canadian ski resorts and<br />

known for its wide-open bowls<br />

spread across four mountain faces<br />

and soft fresh powder on its<br />

north-facing slopes. <strong>The</strong>re are<br />

beginner, intermediate and expert<br />

runs from every chair leading<br />

onto an abundance of gentle<br />

slopes and long cruising runs.<br />

Experts can explore chutes,<br />

glades, and remote bowls in the<br />

Rockies' most challenging terrain.<br />

the discerning traveller looking for<br />

added amenities & personalised<br />

attention. <strong>The</strong> enhanced service<br />

starts with a private check-in.<br />

Fairmont Gold rooms also give access<br />

to the Fairmont Gold Lounge where<br />

complimentary buffet breakfast &<br />

après ski appetisers are served and<br />

there is an honesty bar. Bedrooms are<br />

luxurious with one king bed or two<br />

queen beds & full ensuite bathroom<br />

with double vanity unit & jetted bath<br />

tub. Complimentary breakfast for<br />

Gold room guests<br />

BOARD BASIS: Room Only.<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 554<br />

PROPERTY CODE: V01H00/HS0<br />

Lake Louise is a quiet alpine<br />

village with the wilderness right at<br />

your doorstep and plenty of<br />

activities going on. Try a guided<br />

snowshoe excursion & follow<br />

wildlife tracks, snuggle under the<br />

blankets on a horse-drawn sleigh<br />

ride, lace up a pair of skates and<br />

go for a spin on the legendary<br />

lake under the massive Victoria<br />

Glacier, visit the ice canyons or<br />

whip through the forest behind a<br />

team of hardy huskies.<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk/lakelouise call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

Neilson Rating •••••+<br />

INDOOR POOL<br />

GOOD FOR FAMILIES<br />

FAMILY ROOMS<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

All porterage & maids'<br />

tips included<br />

Combine a 5 night (min<br />

stay) at the Fairmont<br />

Chateau Lake Louise<br />

with a 5 night stay at<br />

the Fairmont Whistler<br />

or Fairmont Banff<br />

Springs & receive 2<br />

nights free<br />

A handpicked selection of hotels<br />

offering first class spa facilities<br />

Ski three mountains on<br />

one lift pass – some of it<br />

in a UNESCO World<br />

Heritage site. This place is<br />

special and the scenery<br />

quite spectacular. <strong>The</strong><br />

interchangeable Tri Area<br />

lift pass & convenient ski<br />

shuttle lets skiers &<br />

boarders choose from<br />

three resorts: Lake Louise<br />

Mountain Resort,<br />

Sunshine Village and Ski<br />

Norquay.


EARLY BOOKING OFFERS FOR LIFT PASSES PLUS UP TO 4 FREE CHILD LIFT PASSES PER PRE-BOOKED ADULT LIFT PASS<br />

Basic Holiday Prices in £s per adult from<br />

the amounts shown.<br />

09 Dec- 19 Dec- 26 Dec- 02 Jan- 06 Jan- 27 Jan- 03 Feb- 10 Feb- 17 Feb- 27 Feb- 10 Mar- 20 Mar- 31 Mar- 07 Apr- 14 Apr-<br />

Nts 18 Dec 25 Dec 01 Jan 05 Jan 26 Jan 02 Feb 09 Feb 16 Feb 26 Feb 09 Mar 19 Mar 30 Mar 06 Apr 13 Apr 24 Apr<br />

Supplements in £s per person per night from:<br />

(Unless otherwise stated)<br />

7 1109 1575 1439 1405 1089 1169 1285 1305 1295 1269 1259 1225 1175 1229 1149<br />

<strong>The</strong> Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise<br />

V01H00/HS0 Room Only Small Double 2 10/11*<br />

14<br />

1165<br />

1465<br />

1589<br />

2125<br />

1609<br />

1809<br />

1665†<br />

1725<br />

1245<br />

1409<br />

1369<br />

1639<br />

1515<br />

1709<br />

1629<br />

1775<br />

1505<br />

1675<br />

1515<br />

1695<br />

1445<br />

1675<br />

1465<br />

1579<br />

1395<br />

1475<br />

1365<br />

1579<br />

1309<br />

-<br />

Small Double 2: Sole use of Double £63<br />

from £799<br />

see p372<br />

7 1179 1649 1505 1475 1155 1235 1349 1375 1365 1339 1325 1289 1245 1305 1219<br />

Room 2 10/11* 1259 1685 1705 1775† 1345 1469 1619 1739 1605 1619 1545 1565 1505 1475 1409<br />

Room 2: Breakfast £23, Sole use of Double £63<br />

14 1609 2269 1939 1859 1539 1775 1845 1915 1809 1825 1809 1709 1609 1729 -<br />

7 1409 1905 1735 1689 1375 1459 1579 1609 1595 1565 1549 1509 1479 1555 1449<br />

Fairmont Gold 2 10/11* 1579 2005 2025 2149† 1675 1799 1965 2109 1945 1965 1875 1899 1869 1839 1759<br />

Fairmount Gold 2: Breakfast £Nil<br />

14 2085 2765 2379 2295 1979 2219 2289 2375 2245 2265 2245 2145 2069 2229 -<br />

7 1135 1429 1309 1389 1095 1149 1219 1245 1229 1209 1199 1165 1175 1249 1165<br />

Deluxe 2/4 10/11* 1199 1409 1535 1649† 1255 1325 1425 1529 1409 1425 1355 1385 1405 1389 1329<br />

Deluxe 2/4: Breakfast £23, Lake view £14, 3 share £9,<br />

2 share £28<br />

14 1515 1869 1649 1719 1425 1555 1585 1649 1555 1569 1555 1509 1489 1615 -<br />

7 935 1145 1095 1199 939 939 955 999 1039 1019 1005 919 969 1035 -<br />

Lake Louise Inn<br />

V01H01/V01A00 Room Only Economy Room 2/3 10/11*<br />

14<br />

955<br />

1149<br />

1079<br />

1345<br />

1259<br />

1255<br />

1325†<br />

1349<br />

995<br />

1085<br />

1015<br />

1105<br />

1055<br />

1125<br />

1155<br />

1235<br />

1129<br />

1215<br />

1119<br />

1205<br />

1059<br />

1169<br />

1015<br />

1045<br />

1099<br />

1119<br />

1099<br />

-<br />

-<br />

-<br />

Economy Room 2/3: 3rd & 4th Adult redn. £10<br />

from £799<br />

see p372<br />

7 975 1195 1139 1219 959 959 975 1025 1089 1069 1049 955 1009 1075 -<br />

Pinnacle 2/4 10/11* 1009 1145 1299 1359† 1025 1045 1085 1199 1199 1189 1129 1069 1165 1165 -<br />

Pinnacle 2/4: 3rd & 4th Adult redn. £10<br />

14 1229 1425 1325 1389 1125 1145 1165 1309 1305 1295 1259 1119 1195 - -<br />

7 1005 1199 1135 1255 995 995 1015 1059 1119 1099 1079 995 1055 1119 -<br />

Bighorn Suite 2/4 10/11* 1059 1155 1339 1429† 1085 1105 1145 1265 1249 1239 1179 1135 1235 1235 -<br />

14 1295 1455 1349 1465 1195 1219 1239 1379 1365 1349 1319 1195 1279 - -<br />

Bighorn Suite 2/4: 3share£9,2share£27<br />

Prices are a guide only & will be confirmed on enquiry. Adult prices in £ sterling start from the amounts shown & apply to selected flight departures between each date range based on current charges & costs. Prices may go up or down & supplements (e.g. flight &/or fuel), or reductions may apply. Supplements ‘from’ are based on low season dates. For full details on how to price your holiday, charges,<br />

supplements & surcharges see ‘Your Holiday Price’ page 368. For important Holiday Information & Booking Conditions see pages 368 - 385. †Some facilities may incur a local charge. LOW 09-15Dec,02Jan-09Feb,13-30Mar,14-24Apr.HIGH 16 Dec - 01 Jan, 10 Feb - 12 Mar, 31 Mar - 13 Apr. * 11 night prices on reservations system. † = 11 night price, 10 nights not available. NS063a<br />

TRI AREA LIFT PASS DAY RATE 6 DAY 13 DAY<br />

Adult (18-64yrs) ............................ £45 £259 £515<br />

Youth (13-17yrs) ........................... £40 £229 £469<br />

Child (6-12yrs) .............................. £20 £109 £199<br />

Senior (65yrs+) ............................ £40 £229 £469<br />

Lift pass covers Bannf, Mt. Norquay, Sunshine Village and<br />

<strong>The</strong> Lake Louise ski area. Free lift pass for children 0-5yrs.<br />

SPECIAL OFFER - Pre-book a 6 day lift pass and get 2<br />

extra days free. Valid until 30th Oct ’09.<br />

SPECIAL OFFER: KIDS <strong>SKI</strong> FREE - up to 4 FREE child<br />

lift passes with at least 1 adult pre-booking the<br />

same. Children must share the same surname or<br />

permanent address, one adult lift pass (min 6 days)<br />

per 4 children must be pre-booked to qualify. Proof<br />

of child relationship and age must be shown.<br />

SPECIALOFFER-Pre-booka9or10dayliftpass&<br />

pay 7 day price, or get up to 13 days for 10 day<br />

price. Valid until 30th Oct ’09.<br />

LAKE LOUISE INN<br />

<strong>SKI</strong>/BOARD EQUIPMENT DAY RATE 6 DAY 13 DAY<br />

Adult Equipment<br />

Skis & boots standard ................... £15 £99 £225<br />

Skis only standard ......................... £14 £89 £195<br />

Skis & boots superior .................... £23 £139 £305<br />

Skis only superior .......................... £19 £109 £239<br />

Snowboard & boots standard ....... £18 £105 £229<br />

Snowboard only standard ............ £15 £89 £195<br />

LAKE LOUISE <strong>SKI</strong> PACK<br />

LAKE LOUISE – CANADA<br />

A great place to stay with many facilities. <strong>The</strong>re are five buildings in the<br />

complex which is 500m from the resort centre. <strong>The</strong> Lake Louise ski area<br />

is a 4km drive on the free shuttle bus.<br />

FACILITIES†: Two restaurants •Bar<br />

•Free wifi •Gift shop •Fitness room<br />

•Free shuttle to slopes •Ice skating<br />

rink<br />

ECONOMY DOUBLE (2-3 PEOPLE):<br />

Hotel room with two double beds,<br />

TV, tea/coffee facility, hairdryer,<br />

bathroom & wc.<br />

PINNACLE QUEEN (2-4 PEOPLE):<br />

Larger hotel rooms with two queen<br />

beds (in building 2).<br />

BIGHORN SUITES (2-4 PEOPLE):<br />

Bedroom with queen bed & a single<br />

bed, fully equipped kitchenette,<br />

queen murphy bed in living area,<br />

TV, gas fireplace, ensuite bathroom<br />

& wc.<br />

BIGHORN LOFT SUITES (2-6<br />

PEOPLE): Kitchenette, living area &<br />

bathroom as above plus bedroom<br />

with bunks & single bed on lower<br />

level; queen bed, single bed &<br />

second shower room with wc on<br />

upper level. Prices on reservations<br />

system.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Room Only<br />

(Economy Double & Pinnacle<br />

Queen); Self Catering (Bighorn<br />

Suites & Bighorn Loft Suites).<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 247<br />

PROPERTY CODE: V01H01/V01A00<br />

Child Equipment DAY RATE 6 DAY 13 DAY<br />

Skis & boots standard ................... £8 £49 £95<br />

Skis only standard ......................... £7 £45 £95<br />

Snowboard & boots standard ....... £17 £105 £219<br />

Snowboard only standard ............ £15 £89 £189<br />

Helmets (Adult & Child) ................ £4 £25 £45<br />

* Child skis & boots = 3-12yrs.<br />

* Child board & boots = 8-12yrs.<br />

Neilson Rating •••+<br />

Child<br />

prices<br />

<strong>SKI</strong>/BOARD TUITION<br />

ClubSki-visitall3skiareasinagroup<br />

Adult (13yrs+) ski or board school (3x4hrs) ............... £155<br />

Child - Club Junior ** (6-12yrs) ski school (3x4hrs) ..... £155<br />

Club Ski includes 3 days, with the first day in Lake Louise,<br />

then Sunshine & Mount Norquay ski areas. Starts Sunday and<br />

Thursday. **Children enrolled in Club Junior must wear a<br />

helmet.<br />

IMPORTANT: †† Complete beginner = Ability Level 0, Intermediate = Ability Level 1-4. Ability levels must be stated at the time of booking - see page 13 for details. Special Offers may be withdrawn at any time. Prices are in £s and are approximate - please see reservation system, our website or call us for more details.<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk/lakelouise call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

INDOOR POOL<br />

GOOD FOR GROUPS<br />

FOUR OR MORE<br />

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64<br />

CANADA – MONT TREMBLANT<br />

“Early Québec<br />

heritage is evident<br />

in the<br />

pedestrianised,<br />

cobbled streets”<br />

BEGINNERS<br />

INTERMEDIATES<br />

ADVANCED<br />

OFF-PISTE<br />

NON <strong>SKI</strong>ERS<br />

FAMILIES<br />

NIGHTLIFE<br />

MOUNTAIN<br />

Skiing Altitude 265m-915m<br />

Resort Altitude 265m<br />

Pistes 80km<br />

Number of Runs 94<br />

17% 33% 50%<br />

Number of Lifts 13<br />

Carpets 2 / Chairs 10 / Gondolas 1<br />

Longest Run 6km<br />

Direction of Slopes N/S<br />

Terrain Parks yes<br />

Half Pipe yes<br />

Cross Country Trails 100km<br />

Night Skiing no<br />

Mountain Restaurants 2<br />

Snowmaking 76% runs covered<br />

Resort Ski Bus no<br />

FAMILY<br />

Fair Excellent<br />

Babycare 12-36mths<br />

Créche 3-6yrs<br />

Ski Kindergarten 3yrs+<br />

pre-bookable p67<br />

See page 373 or<br />

neilson.co.uk/childcare for more info.<br />

TRAVEL<br />

Departure Airports<br />

Heathrow<br />

Destination Airport Montreal<br />

Season 9 Dec-10 Apr<br />

Departure Days<br />

Saturday & Wednesday<br />

Flight Guide see page 385<br />

Transfer Time 1hr 30mins<br />

Private Taxi Transfers Available<br />

Car Hire see page 380<br />

TAILOR MADE<br />

Any date, any duration, any flight or<br />

combination<br />

Please call 0845 070 3460<br />

SPECIAL OFFER<br />

FREE child lift pass per adult pre-booking<br />

the same before 15 Nov 09<br />

(except holiday season)<br />

Pre-book minimum 10 day lift pass and<br />

get 5 days free (before 15 Nov 09)<br />

GOOD FOR FAMILIES • CHILD LIFT PASS OFFER • MONTREAL CITY ADD-ON<br />

• LEARN TO TURN RESORT<br />

This resort opened in the 1930s<br />

offering quality skiing in a refreshingly<br />

different atmosphere, which holds<br />

true today. Convenience is key with<br />

skiing, shops & accommodation all<br />

within a stones’ throw of each other.<br />

It is an official Intrawest Resort with a<br />

state-of-the-art lift system serving<br />

over 600 acres of exciting tree-lined<br />

trails ranging from easy greens to<br />

taxing blacks many of which overlook<br />

the beautiful frozen lake below.<br />

While not the largest ski area this<br />

picturesque resort is good for all<br />

abilities. <strong>The</strong> fantastic ski school &<br />

nursery area ensure beginners are<br />

well catered for.<br />

<strong>The</strong> regions’ early Québec heritage is<br />

evident in the pedestrianised,<br />

cobbled streets, lying at the foot of<br />

the slopes. Excursions & activities are<br />

on offer throughout the day. Early<br />

evening the numerous bars &<br />

restaurants are buzzing with après-ski<br />

activity - with a great emphasis on<br />

family fun.<br />

ACTIVITIES<br />

• Cinema<br />

• Swimming Pool<br />

• Dogsledding<br />

• Horse Riding<br />

• Ice Climbing<br />

• Sleigh Rides<br />

• Tubing<br />

• Snowmobiling<br />

• Snowshoeing<br />

• Spa Centre<br />

LIFT PASS & TUITION<br />

PRICE PROMISE<br />

See page 371<br />

SNOWMOBILING<br />

Experience the feel of powered<br />

travel over snow while seeing<br />

more of the surrounding<br />

mountain scenery & maybe<br />

even cross over the frozen lake!<br />

<strong>The</strong>re are a number of<br />

itineraries to choose from<br />

suitable for those who have<br />

never driven a snowmobile<br />

before, through to expert.<br />

DOGSLEDDING<br />

Try this amazing sport – the<br />

exhilaration of being pulled<br />

through the wilderness behind<br />

a team of excited husky dogs.<br />

<strong>The</strong>re are a variety of excursions<br />

through forest, mountain or<br />

valley trails.<br />

LA SOURCE AQUACLUB<br />

Visit the aqua club in the village<br />

centre – there is a fun indoor /<br />

outdoor pool & a hot tub. <strong>The</strong><br />

younger children love the<br />

paddling pools, while older<br />

children will ‘fly’ from the<br />

tarzan rope over the main pool.<br />

Fun for all the family.<br />

HORSE DRAWN SLEIGH RIDE<br />

An evening glide through the<br />

village, tucked up under a<br />

blanket on a horse drawn<br />

sleigh. It’s a lovely way to enjoy<br />

the atmosphere under a starry<br />

sky.


MONT TREMBLANT – CANADA<br />

THE FAIRMONT TREMBLANT<br />

A delightful Fairmont hotel with superb amenities and excellent,<br />

friendly service. It is directly on the slopes just above the main village<br />

square which is 50m away. Beautifully decorated with Québec heritage<br />

artifacts & top rate facilities. It’s simply wonderful! <strong>The</strong> place to stay in<br />

Tremblant.<br />

FACILITIES†: Restaurant •Concierge<br />

service •Lounge with open log fire<br />

•Free valet ski service •Café, bistro<br />

bar<br />

SPA FEATURES†: Free use of indoor<br />

& outdoor pools, sauna, steam<br />

rooms, hot tubs & fitness room<br />

•'Amerispa' Spa services (18<br />

treatment rooms) offering a wide<br />

menu of massage & spa treatments<br />

Important information about spa<br />

facilities - see page 375.<br />

FAIRMONT ROOMS (2-4 PEOPLE):<br />

Two double beds or king bed and<br />

sofa bed or one or two queen beds,<br />

cable TV with in-house movie<br />

channels, internet access, tea &<br />

coffee making facilities & ensuite<br />

bathroom.<br />

LE WESTIN RESORT & SPA<br />

<strong>The</strong> Westin is an intimate boutique style hotel lying just off the<br />

charming main square of Tremblant. It is an official Intrawest property<br />

that exudes style & luxury from its contemporary décor through to the<br />

services offered. Those wanting a modern, sophisticated ambiance in a<br />

fashionable hotel will really enjoy staying here.<br />

FACILITIES†: Japanese restaurant<br />

•Lobby with open fireplace<br />

•Concierge service<br />

SPA FEATURES†: Free use of<br />

outdoor heated pool, sauna & hot<br />

tub •Fitness room •Spa treatments<br />

Important information about spa<br />

facilities - see page 375.<br />

ROOMS (2-4 PEOPLE): Bedroom<br />

with one king bed, mini fridge,<br />

fireplace, TV with internet access,<br />

bathrobes, tea/coffee making<br />

facilities, in room video games &<br />

movies, mini-safe & full ensuite<br />

bathroom. Some rooms also have a<br />

double sofa bed.<br />

FAIRMONT GOLD (2 PEOPLE): <strong>The</strong><br />

Fairmont Gold experience is ideal for<br />

the discerning traveller looking for<br />

added amenities & personalised<br />

attention. <strong>The</strong> enhanced service<br />

starts with a private check-in.<br />

Fairmont Gold rooms also give<br />

access to the Fairmont Gold Lounge<br />

where complimentary buffet<br />

breakfast & après ski appetisers are<br />

served and there is an honesty bar.<br />

Bedrooms are luxurious with one<br />

king bed & full ensuite bathroom<br />

with double vanity unit & jetted<br />

bath tub. Complimentary breakfast<br />

offered daily in Fairmont Gold<br />

lounge.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Room Only.<br />

Breakfast available locally at a<br />

supplement.<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 314<br />

PROPERTY CODE: V40H00<br />

1 BEDROOM APARTMENT (2-4<br />

PEOPLE): Bedroom with king or two<br />

queen beds & full ensuite bathroom.<br />

Open plan living/dining room with<br />

fully equipped kitchen area with<br />

microwave, a double sofa bed &<br />

fireplace.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Room Only.<br />

Breakfast available locally at a<br />

supplement.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 126<br />

PROPERTY CODE: V40H08/HS8<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk/monttremblantresort call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

Neilson Rating ••••+<br />

<strong>SKI</strong> IN <strong>SKI</strong> OUT<br />

CENTRAL LOCATION<br />

INDOOR POOL<br />

OUTDOOR POOL<br />

WELLNESS AREA<br />

GOOD FOR FAMILIES<br />

FAMILY ROOMS<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

All porterage’ tips<br />

included<br />

A handpicked selection of hotels<br />

offering first class spa facilities<br />

Neilson Rating ••••+<br />

CENTRAL LOCATION<br />

OUTDOOR POOL<br />

WELLNESS AREA<br />

FOUR OR MORE<br />

A handpicked selection of hotels<br />

offering first class spa facilities<br />

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66<br />

CANADA – MONT TREMBLANT<br />

SPEND A FEW DAYS IN MONTREAL<br />

Montreal is one of two large islands lying in the St. Lawrence River & is the largest city in Quebec<br />

with a metropolitan population of 3.5 million. It is the place to experience old world charm alongside<br />

the French inspired ‘joie de vivre’ and a modern style all of its own.<br />

Take a leisurely stroll through the districts and<br />

absorb the vibrant atmosphere, visit the historic<br />

sites, sample the amazing cuisine in one of the<br />

many award winning restaurants then sway the<br />

night away in a jazz bar! <strong>The</strong> city has developed a<br />

fantastic way to beat the winter temperatures –<br />

they have built an incredible underground,<br />

THE FAIRMONT QUEEN ELIZABETH Neilson Rating ••••<br />

Directly connected to the extensive underground city, lying above the<br />

train station & within walking distance of sports & cultural attractions,<br />

this landmark hotel reflects the city’s distinct elegance & charm.<br />

ROOMS (2-4 PEOPLE): Fairmont<br />

rooms with one queen or king or<br />

two double beds & full ensuite<br />

bathroom.<br />

GOLD ROOMS (2 PEOPLE): On the<br />

18th & 19th floors one king or<br />

queen bed & full ensuite bathroom.<br />

HOMEWOOD SUITES BY HILTON<br />

LE LODGE DE LA MONTAGNE<br />

Quality apartments ideally located in the heart of the village, you can ski<br />

right to the door. It is a good quality official Intrawest property. <strong>The</strong><br />

slopes are 150m up the hill, or take the ‘transit’ gondola - 300m down<br />

the hill.<br />

FACILITIES†: Sauna and hot tubs<br />

(indoor and outdoor) •Fitness room<br />

•Wifi access •Games room<br />

STUDIOS (2-4 PEOPLE): Fully<br />

equipped kitchenette, living area<br />

with cable TV, gas fireplace, double<br />

sofa bed & queen bed, hairdryer,<br />

bath, shower & wc.<br />

1 BEDROOM APARTMENTS (2-4<br />

PEOPLE): As studio but without<br />

queen bed in living area plus<br />

bedroom with a double or queen<br />

bed.<br />

Complimentary breakfast for Gold<br />

room guests.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Room Only (unless<br />

staying in Fairmont Gold room).<br />

PROPERTY CODE: V41H01<br />

Spacious, good value apartments, located in the Plaza St Bernard. This<br />

property has a fantastic ski in-ski out location as well as being nestled<br />

close to the heart of the village. <strong>The</strong> attractive interiors, breakfast room<br />

& ideal location make this property one of the best in the resort.<br />

FACILITIES†: Outdoor hot tub<br />

•Restaurant<br />

1 BEDROOM SUITES (2-4 PEOPLE):<br />

Bedroom with one or two queen<br />

beds or one queen bed plus a<br />

double sleeper sofa bed in the living<br />

area gas fire, fully equipped<br />

kitchenette and ensuite bathroom.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Self Catering.<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 286<br />

PROPERTY CODE: V40H01/AS4<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk/monttremblantresort call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

interlinked complex with 29km of walkways with<br />

over 2000 shops! Host to over 40 festivals<br />

annually, the city offers entertainment for the<br />

whole family in summer or winter!<br />

Simply call our reservations team to add a<br />

Montreal city stay to the start or end of your<br />

holiday.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Bed & Breakfast.<br />

Daily hot & cold buffet breakfast.<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 103<br />

PROPERTY CODE: V40H07/HS7<br />

Neilson Rating ••••<br />

<strong>SKI</strong> IN <strong>SKI</strong> OUT<br />

CENTRAL LOCATION<br />

GOOD FOR GROUPS<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

FREE après-ski snacks<br />

served Monday-<br />

Thursday from 4-6pm.<br />

All poterage tips<br />

included<br />

Free daily newspaper<br />

Neilson Rating ••••<br />

<strong>SKI</strong> TO YOUR DOOR<br />

FOUR OR MORE


EARLY BOOKING OFFERS FOR 10 DAY LIFT PASS & 1 FREE CHILD LIFT PASS PER PRE-BOOKED ADULT – DATES APPLY<br />

Basic Holiday Prices in £s per adult from<br />

the amounts shown.<br />

Nts<br />

09 Dec-<br />

18 Dec<br />

19 Dec-<br />

25 Dec<br />

26 Dec-<br />

01 Jan<br />

02 Jan-<br />

05 Jan<br />

06 Jan-<br />

26 Jan<br />

27 Jan-<br />

02 Feb<br />

03 Feb-<br />

09 Feb<br />

10 Feb-<br />

16 Feb<br />

17 Feb-<br />

26 Feb<br />

27 Feb-<br />

09 Mar<br />

10 Mar-<br />

19 Mar<br />

20 Mar-<br />

30 Mar<br />

31 Mar-<br />

06 Apr<br />

7 1049 1679 1739 1499 1175 1165 1275 1349 1349 1375 1285 1095 1095<br />

10/11* 1085 2199 1879 1805† 1409 1409 1555 1629 1629 1659 1389 1275 1289<br />

14 1399 2825 2269 2025 1675 1789 1965 2039 2039 2059 1685 1535 -<br />

7 919 1749 2065 1825 1505 1489 1605 1679 1679 1699 1615 1425 1425<br />

10/11* 1019 2645 2325 2319† 1885 1885 2019 2095 2095 2135 1865 1749 1765<br />

14 1139 3275 2919 2675 2325 2449 2625 2699 2699 2725 2345 2199 -<br />

7 1005 1189 1199 1245 979 969 979 1029 999 999 955 965 965<br />

10/11* 1029 1249 1365 1435† 1129 1129 1119 1189 1109 1125 1089 1095 1105<br />

14 1309 1595 1535 1575 1289 1305 1355 1395 1315 1299 1275 1279 1255<br />

7 1085 1405 1475 1349 1059 1049 1059 1135 1079 1079 1029 1039 1039<br />

10/11* 1129 1569 1579 1589† 1245 1245 1235 1339 1219 1239 1199 1205 1215<br />

14 1469 2025 1885 1759 1445 1459 1535 1595 1475 1455 1429 1435 1405<br />

7 929 1279 1279 1175 889 879 889 1019 925 925 929 899 899<br />

10/11* 935 1359 1335 1319† 999 999 1005 1185 1019 1025 1049 999 1009<br />

14 1165 1685 1535 1419 1109 1119 1249 1355 1175 1205 1205 1145 1119<br />

7 1005 1359 1459 1309 1009 999 1009 1095 1029 1029 999 1019 1005<br />

10/11* 1029 1565 1545 1519† 1175 1175 1169 1279 1149 1175 1165 1175 1149<br />

14 1329 1995 1825 1669 1355 1365 1445 1515 1379 1379 1385 1375 1299<br />

7 859 1175 1229 1155 875 865 875 919 889 889 835 835 835<br />

10/11* 929 1245 1295 1289† 975 975 965 1029 955 969 909 909 915<br />

14 1035 1545 1475 1379 1079 1089 1135 1169 1099 1065 1019 1015 989<br />

7 969 1335 1419 1275 975 965 975 1025 995 995 965 985 969<br />

10/11* 999 1469 1495 1419† 1075 1075 1065 1129 1055 1075 1065 1075 1055<br />

14 1185 1825 1749 1509 1189 1205 1249 1289 1215 1215 1225 1225 1149<br />

7 799 1009 1035 1065 795 785 795 825 809 809 769 775 775<br />

10/11* 749 1005 1129 1129† 839 839 829 875 825 839 809 809 815<br />

14 879 1199 1195 1169 885 895 925 949 899 889 869 865 845<br />

Supplements in £s per person per night from:<br />

(Unless otherwise stated)<br />

<strong>The</strong> Fairmont Tremblant<br />

Room 2/4: 3rd & 4th Adult redn. £24<br />

V40H00 Room Only Room 2/4 from £665<br />

see p372<br />

Fairmont Gold 2<br />

Fairmont Gold 2: 3rd & 4th Adult redn. £24,<br />

Breakfast £Nil<br />

Le Westin Resort & Spa<br />

Room 2/4: Breakfast £12, 3rd & 4th Adult redn. £33<br />

V40H08/HS8 Room Only Room 2/4 from £665<br />

see p372<br />

1 Bedroom 2/4<br />

1 Bedroom 2/4: Breakfast £12, 3 share £11, 2 share £33<br />

Homewood Suites By Hilton<br />

1 Bedroom 2/4: 3 share £5, 2 share £16<br />

V40H07 Bed & Breakfast 1 Bedroom 2/4 from £665<br />

see p372<br />

Le Lodge De La Montagne<br />

Studio 2/4: 3rd & 4th Adult redn. £32<br />

V40A04/AS4 Self Catering Studio 2/4 from £665<br />

see p372<br />

1 Bedroom 2/4<br />

1 Bedroom 2/4: 3 share £8, 2 share £25<br />

Country Inn And Suites<br />

Room 2/4: 3rd & 4th Adult redn. £29<br />

V40H01/HS1 Bed & Breakfast Room 2/4 from £665<br />

see p372<br />

1 Bedroom 2/6<br />

MONT TREMBLANT RESORT – CANADA<br />

COUNTRY INN & SUITES<br />

An official Intrawest property, offering comfortable rooms with self<br />

catering facilities - in a hotel environment. Next to ‘Vieux Tremblant’<br />

the ski slopes are a 250m walk up the hill, or take the ‘transit’ gondola<br />

from 150m down the hill & enjoy the view of the pedestrianised centre<br />

as you pass over the rooftops.<br />

FACILITIES†: Outdoor hot tub<br />

ROOMS (2-4 PEOPLE): One queen<br />

or two double beds, cable TV, coffee<br />

maker, mini-fridge & full bathroom<br />

with hairdryer.<br />

1 BEDROOM APTS. (2-4 PEOPLE):<br />

One queen or two double beds in<br />

bedroom plus a double sofa bed in<br />

living area. Fully equipped<br />

kitchenette with microwave, cable<br />

TV, gas fireplace, hairdryer, coffee<br />

maker & full bathroom.<br />

1 BEDROOM APTS. (2-6 PEOPLE):<br />

As above but with two double beds<br />

in bedroom.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Bed & Breakfast.<br />

Continental buffet breakfast.<br />

PROPERTY CODE: V40H01/HS1<br />

Neilson Rating ••••<br />

CENTRAL LOCATION<br />

FOUR OR MORE<br />

1 Bedroom 2/6: 5 share £3, 4 share £8, 3 share £16,<br />

2 share £33<br />

Prices are a guide only & will be confirmed on enquiry. Adult prices in £ sterling start from the amounts shown & apply to selected flight departures between each date range based on current charges & costs. Prices may go up or down & supplements (e.g. flight &/or fuel), or reductions may apply. Supplements ‘from’ are based on low season dates. For full details on how to price your holiday, charges,<br />

supplements & surcharges see ‘Your Holiday Price’ page 368. For important Holiday Information & Booking Conditions see pages 368 - 385. †Some facilities may incur a local charge. LOW 09-15Dec,02Jan-09Feb,13-30Mar,14-24Apr.HIGH 16 Dec - 01 Jan, 10 Feb - 12 Mar, 31 Mar - 13 Apr. * 11 night prices on reservations system. † = 11 night price, 10 nights not available. NS067a<br />

LIFT PASS DAY RATE 6 DAY 13 DAY Senior (65yrs+) DAY RATE 6 DAY 13 DAY <strong>SKI</strong>/BOARD EQUIPMENT DAY RATE 6 DAY 13 DAY<br />

<strong>SKI</strong>/BOARD TUITION LS HS<br />

Adult (18-64yrs)<br />

Early season - ................................<br />

Holiday season - ...........................<br />

Regular season .............................<br />

Youth (13-17yrs)<br />

Early season - ................................<br />

Holiday season - ...........................<br />

Regular season .............................<br />

Child (6-12yrs)<br />

Early season - ................................<br />

Holiday season - ...........................<br />

Regular season .............................<br />

£30<br />

£45<br />

£39<br />

£25<br />

£39<br />

£35<br />

£20<br />

£28<br />

£27<br />

£185<br />

£255<br />

£209<br />

£135<br />

£179<br />

£145<br />

£115<br />

£155<br />

£125<br />

£389<br />

£525<br />

£399<br />

£285<br />

£375<br />

£295<br />

£239<br />

£319<br />

£249<br />

Early season - ................................ £30 £155 £339<br />

Holiday season - ........................... £42 £225 £489<br />

Regular season - ........................... £39 £165 £359<br />

Early - 1 to 19 Dec, 28 Mar to 19 Apr. Holiday - 20 Dec to 3<br />

Jan. Regular 4 Jan - 30 Apr. Free lift pass for children 0-5yrs.<br />

Photograph not required for lift pass.<br />

SPECIAL OFFER - Free child lift pass per adult prebooking<br />

the same (except holiday season). Valid until<br />

15 Nov ’09.<br />

SPECIAL OFFER - Pre-book a 10 day lift pass and get 5<br />

days free -14 day lift pass for the price of 9. Valid until<br />

15 Nov ’09.<br />

Adult Equipment<br />

Skis & boots standard ................... £15 £89<br />

Skis & boots intermediate ............. £18 £109<br />

Skis & boots superior .................... £21 £115<br />

Skis only standard ......................... £13 £79<br />

Skis only intermediate ................... £16 £95<br />

Skis only superior .......................... £17 £99<br />

Snowboard & boots standard ....... £15 £89<br />

Snowboard only standard ............ £13 £79<br />

TREMBLANT <strong>SKI</strong> PACK<br />

£185<br />

£219<br />

£245<br />

£159<br />

£199<br />

£209<br />

£189<br />

£159<br />

Child Equipment ** DAY RATE 6 DAY 13 DAY<br />

Skis & boots standard ................... £12 £75 £149<br />

Snowboard & boots standard ....... £12 £75 £149<br />

Skis only standard ......................... £10 £59 £119<br />

Snowboard only standard ............ £10 £65 £119<br />

*Child skis & boots = 3-12yrs, *Child board & boots =<br />

8-12yrs. **All child equipment hire includes a helmet.<br />

Adult ski school (3x4hrs30m) ...................................... £155 £169<br />

Adult board school (3x4hrs30m) ................................. £169 £185<br />

Adult ski or board lesson (1x4hrs30m) ....................... £79 £85<br />

Child ski school (4x5hrs30m incl Lunch*) .................... £189 £219<br />

Child board school† (4x5hrs30m incl Lunch*) ............. - £239<br />

Child ski or board lesson (1x5hrs30m) ........................ £75 £79<br />

HS - 21 Dec - 31 Dec, 15 Feb - 18 Feb, 8 Mar- 18 Mar. LS -<br />

All other dates. *Child ski school = 3-12yrs.<br />

*Child snowboard school = 8-12yrs.<br />

*Child ski/board school includes lunch box & soup, lunchtime<br />

supervision, group picture and farewell dinner. †Child<br />

snowboard school only available in high season.<br />

IMPORTANT: †† Complete beginner = Ability Level 0, Intermediate = Ability Level 1-4. Ability levels must be stated at the time of booking - see page 13 for details. Special Offers may be withdrawn at any time. Prices are in £s and are approximate - please see reservation system, our website or call us for more details.<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk/montremblandresort call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

Child<br />

prices<br />

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68<br />

WELCOME TO NORWAY<br />

<strong>The</strong> myths about skiing in Norway<br />

have finally lifted. Yes, it may be a<br />

bit chillier than some resorts in the<br />

Southern Alps but no colder than<br />

North America or Canada and, as<br />

we know, cold conditions mean<br />

great snow. <strong>The</strong>re is so much to do<br />

apart from skiing and<br />

snowboarding… have a go at a<br />

range of off-slope activities<br />

including reindeer or dog sledding,<br />

snowmobiling, horse drawn sleigh<br />

rides, ice fishing, ice climbing,<br />

tobogganing and snowshoeing.<br />

• Days are often no shorter than<br />

in some parts of England. It may<br />

get dark earlier in December<br />

and January but floodlit pistes<br />

mean you can enjoy the<br />

experience of skiing as dusk falls –<br />

not to be missed!<br />

• Après-ski tends to be low-key<br />

during the week while weekends<br />

see an influx of Norwegians ready<br />

to party!<br />

• Scandinavian twins’ refer to beds<br />

with two separate mattresses and<br />

two separate bases sharing a<br />

common headboard – these can<br />

be made up as a double or two<br />

twins. ‘Family bunk rooms’<br />

comprise of a smaller double bed<br />

with a wall-mounted bunk bed<br />

normally positioned above the<br />

headboard – sometimes the bunk<br />

is fold down.<br />

• In apartments, bed linen and<br />

towels are normally provided<br />

unless otherwise specified in the<br />

description, but beds normally<br />

have to be made up on arrival.<br />

Linen is not normally changed<br />

during your stay. Also kettles are<br />

uncommon - the Norwegians<br />

prefer coffee makers.<br />

• Remember to take your driving<br />

licence if you’re planning to go<br />

snowmobiling or ice driving - it’s<br />

Norwegian law that you must<br />

show it.<br />

• Legislation in Norway means that<br />

smoking is not permitted in any<br />

indoor places including hotels, bars<br />

or restaurants.<br />

• Eating out and drinks can be<br />

expensive, although no more so<br />

than some parts of the UK or some<br />

other European resorts. We<br />

recommend choosing a half board<br />

option where possible for the best<br />

value holiday. Also note, evening<br />

meals tend to be a set menu rather<br />

than a choice of dishes.<br />

Beitostølen 69-71<br />

Geilo 76-81<br />

Hemsedal 72-75<br />

Lillehammer/Hafjell 82-85<br />

Traditional, snow sure, family-friendly resorts<br />

for a complete winter experience<br />

Hemsedal<br />

Geilo<br />

NORWAY<br />

FAGERNES<br />

OSLO<br />

SWEDEN<br />

Beitostølen<br />

FAGERNES<br />

Hafjell<br />

Lillehammer<br />

OSLO


<strong>SKI</strong> LEADING • FAMILY RESORT • LEARN TO TURN RESORT<br />

• CHILD EQUIPMENT OFFER • 2 FOR 1 LIFT PASS OFFER<br />

ACTIVITIES<br />

INFLATABLE FUN ON THE SLOPES<br />

• Dogsledding<br />

Inflatable rafts & snow? It may seem a<br />

• Snowmobiling<br />

little crazy but you can enjoy the<br />

• Tobogganing<br />

adrenaline of flying down on a snowy<br />

• Horse Drawn Sleigh Rides track in an inflatable raft. A take on<br />

• Snowshoeing<br />

tobogganing but more fun.<br />

• Snowrafting<br />

HORSE RIDING<br />

• Airboarding<br />

• Swimming<br />

Go for a ride around the local forest<br />

• Night Skiing<br />

tracks and enjoy the stunning, snow<br />

• Snowmobile & Dinner in a covered, Norwegian scenery.<br />

Tepee<br />

Afterwards, hot drinks and snacks will<br />

be served around an open fire.<br />

HUSKY SAFARI<br />

Warm and cosy thanks to<br />

reindeer skins and insulated<br />

clothing, a team of huskies take<br />

you on a 3- 4 hours round trip<br />

across beautiful landscapes<br />

stopping half way for a hot<br />

drink and snacks.<br />

SPECIAL OFFERS<br />

Pre-book one lift pass and get<br />

one free. Available to all guests<br />

travelling to Beitostølen on 3rd,<br />

10th, 17th and 24th January,<br />

28th February, 7th, 14th, 21st<br />

and 28th March. Offer must be<br />

pre-booked before 31 Oct 2009<br />

Free equipment hire for children<br />

under 7 years – valid all season<br />

Friendly, safe and fun for beginners,<br />

improvers and families would best<br />

describe Beitostølen. Situated at the<br />

edge of the Jotunheimen National<br />

Park, Beitostølen enjoys a stunning<br />

setting, surrounded by untouched<br />

forested slopes and pristine snowy<br />

landscapes. It offers gentle,<br />

uncrowded slopes, a virtually queuefree<br />

lift system and an excellent snow<br />

record from November through to<br />

May. More challenging slopes and<br />

some off-piste tree skiing can be<br />

found at the nearby ‘Alpine Centre’<br />

ski area, served by a daily ski bus<br />

service. You can find a surprising<br />

BEITOSTØLEN – NORWAY<br />

LIFT PASS & TUITION<br />

PRICE PROMISE<br />

See page 371<br />

number of restaurants, bars and<br />

shops in the attractive village centre,<br />

and with everything you need within<br />

a few minutes walk from the ski base,<br />

getting around is easy. Off the slopes,<br />

there is plenty of choice with a daily<br />

programme of family-orientated<br />

activities ensuring even the smallest<br />

of visitors have a real winter<br />

experience whether it’s minisnowmobiling,<br />

dog sledding or<br />

bombing down the slope on an<br />

inflatable raft! Fun for beginners and<br />

improvers of all ages both on and off<br />

the slopes epitomises what<br />

Beitostølen’s all about.<br />

“Off the slopes, there<br />

is plenty of choice<br />

with a daily<br />

programme of<br />

family-orientated<br />

activities ensuring<br />

even the smallest of<br />

visitors have a real<br />

winter experience”<br />

Fair Excellent<br />

BEGINNERS<br />

INTERMEDIATES<br />

ADVANCED<br />

OFF-PISTE<br />

NON <strong>SKI</strong>ERS<br />

FAMILIES<br />

NIGHTLIFE<br />

MOUNTAIN<br />

Skiing Altitude 900m-1107m<br />

Resort Altitude 900m<br />

Pistes 20km<br />

Number of Runs 21<br />

21% 47% 21% 11%<br />

Number of Lifts 9<br />

Drags 6 / Chairs 3<br />

Longest Run 1.4km<br />

Direction of Slopes N/S<br />

Terrain Parks yes<br />

Half Pipe yes<br />

Cross Country Trails 320km<br />

Night Skiing yes<br />

Mountain Restaurants 2<br />

Snowmaking 25% runs covered<br />

Resort Ski Bus yes<br />

FAMILY<br />

Babycare n/a<br />

Crèche n/a<br />

Ski School 4yrs+<br />

See page 373 or<br />

neilson.co.uk/childcare for more info.<br />

TRAVEL<br />

Departure Airports Gatwick<br />

Destination Airports Fagernes<br />

Season 20 Dec-11 Apr<br />

Departure Day Sunday<br />

Flight Guide see page 384<br />

Transfer Time 45 mins<br />

Private taxi transfers available -<br />

please call us for details<br />

SPECIAL OFFERS<br />

One free skidoo ride for all children in ski<br />

school<br />

Free ski race every Thursday for all ski<br />

school participants<br />

Discounted access to the swimming pool<br />

at the Radisson SAS - pay 100 NOK per<br />

person for 6 days<br />

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70<br />

NORWAY – BEITOSTØLEN<br />

Superior apartment (2-4 people)<br />

BERGO CABINS<br />

Situated in a secluded area close to the slopes and ski base, 100m away.<br />

<strong>The</strong>y offer good quality accommodation in cosy, wooden chalet-style<br />

cabins. A perfect choice for families and friends looking for a real<br />

Norwegian winter experience.<br />

3 BEDROOM CABINS (2-8<br />

PEOPLE): All cabins have an openplan<br />

lounge/dining/kitchen area.<br />

Living area with cable TV, open fire<br />

and fully equipped kitchen. On the<br />

ground floor is a bunk room with 2<br />

sets of bunk beds (suitable for 2<br />

adults or 2 adults & 2 children) and<br />

a shower room with wc and private<br />

BEITOSTØLEN APARTMENTS<br />

sauna. Upstairs, there is one double<br />

and one twin room. Bed linen,<br />

towels & end of stay cleaning<br />

(except kitchen & washing up)<br />

included.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Self Catering.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★<br />

PROPERTY CODE: Z23A00<br />

<strong>The</strong>se delightful apartments are situated within a 10 minute walk of<br />

Beitostølen's village centre where you'll find a great choice of<br />

restaurants, cafés & shops & the base of the slopes. <strong>The</strong> ski lifts are<br />

600m away & cross country trails within 200m. <strong>The</strong> ski bus stops 50m<br />

away. A great base for families & friends.<br />

ACCOMMODATION: Comfortable<br />

apartments with open-plan living<br />

area, cable TV, dining table, kitchen<br />

with oven, grill, fridge &<br />

dishwasher, shower room & wc. Bed<br />

linen, towels & end of stay cleaning<br />

(except kitchen & washing)<br />

included.<br />

2 BEDROOM APARTMENTS (2-4<br />

PEOPLE): Scandinavian twin<br />

bedroom & a bunk room.<br />

BITIHORN APARTMENTS<br />

SUPERIOR 2 BEDROOM<br />

APARTMENTS (2-4 PEOPLE):<br />

Larger apartments (60m2) offering<br />

contemporary décor & superior<br />

furnishings.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Self Catering.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★<br />

PROPERTY CODE: Z23A02<br />

<strong>The</strong> Bitihorn Apartments offer a very good standard of accommodation<br />

in the heart of the village, just 100m from the ski base, 100m from<br />

cross-country trails and 50m from the supermarket. A very convenient<br />

base for families and friends alike.<br />

ACCOMMODATION: Comfortable<br />

apartments offering an open-plan<br />

living area with comfortable seating,<br />

balcony, cable TV, dining table &<br />

kitchen equipped with two ring<br />

hob, fridge & dishwasher, shower<br />

room & wc. Bed linen, towels and<br />

end of stay cleaning (except kitchen<br />

& washing up) included.<br />

2 BEDROOM APARTMENTS (2-4<br />

PEOPLE): Scandinavian twin<br />

bedroom & a bunk room.<br />

TIMBER CABINS<br />

BOARD BASIS: Self Catering.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★<br />

PROPERTY CODE: Z23A03<br />

<strong>The</strong>se traditional, cosy log cabins provide a comfortable base for<br />

families and friends. <strong>The</strong>y are situated in a quiet, peaceful area yet are<br />

just 700m from the ski base and 300m from the nearest grocery store.<br />

<strong>The</strong> ski bus stops 50m away.<br />

2 BEDROOM CABINS (2-4 PEOPLE):<br />

Cosy cabins with an Austrian twin<br />

and a bunk bedroom, open-plan<br />

living area with comfortable seating,<br />

wood burning fire, cable TV, dining<br />

table & kitchen equipped with two<br />

ring hob, fridge & dishwasher,<br />

bathroom with shower and wc. Bed<br />

linen, towels and end of stay<br />

cleaning (except kitchen and<br />

washing up) included.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Self Catering.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★<br />

PROPERTY CODE: Z23A04<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk/beitostolen call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

Neilson Rating •••+<br />

GOOD FOR FAMILIES<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Log fire<br />

Free use of private<br />

sauna<br />

Discounted access to<br />

the swimming pool at<br />

the Radisson SAS<br />

Free welcome grocery<br />

pack on arrival<br />

Christmas tree and<br />

decorations provided<br />

for Christmas arrivals<br />

Neilson Rating •••+<br />

GOOD FOR FAMILIES<br />

FREE CHILD PLACES<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free welcome pack<br />

Discounted access to<br />

the swimming pool at<br />

the Radisson SAS<br />

VALUE<br />

No frills accommodation at a cheaper price<br />

– where it's the skiing that really counts!<br />

Neilson Rating •••+<br />

CENTRAL LOCATION<br />

GOOD FOR FAMILIES<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free welcome pack<br />

including bread, milk,<br />

butter, eggs, bacon,<br />

sausage, cheese, jam,<br />

orange juice, coffee,<br />

fresh fruit, coke, mineral<br />

water, crisps &<br />

chocolate<br />

Christmas tree &<br />

decorations provided<br />

for Christmas arrivals<br />

Discounted access to<br />

the swimming pool at<br />

the Radisson SAS<br />

Neilson Rating •••+<br />

GOOD FOR FAMILIES<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free welcome pack<br />

including bread, milk,<br />

butter, eggs, bacon,<br />

sausage, cheese, jam,<br />

orange juice, coffee,<br />

fresh fruit, mineral<br />

water, coke, crisps &<br />

chocolate<br />

Christmas tree &<br />

decorations provided<br />

for Christmas arrivals<br />

Discounted access to<br />

the swimming pool at<br />

the Radisson SAS


Basic Holiday Prices in £s per adult from<br />

the amounts shown.<br />

Bergo Cabins<br />

RADISSON SAS RESORT BEITOSTØLEN<br />

SPECIAL OFFER – PRE-BOOK ONE LIFT PASS AND GET ONE FREE - SELECTED DATES APPLY<br />

20 Dec- 27 Dec- 03 Jan- 24 Jan- 07 Feb- 14 Feb- 21 Feb- 07 Mar- 21 Mar- 28 Mar- 04 Apr- 11 Apr-<br />

Nts 26 Dec 02 Jan 23 Jan 06 Feb 13 Feb 20 Feb 06 Mar 20 Mar 27 Mar 03 Apr 10 Apr 18 Apr<br />

Supplements in £s per person per night from:<br />

(Unless otherwise stated)<br />

Cabin 2/8: 5 share £4, 4 share £9, 3 share £18, 2 share £36<br />

Z23A00 Self Catering Cabin 2/8 7 615 679 355 395 405 745 429 409 409 529 569 479<br />

10%<br />

Beitostølen Apartments<br />

Apt 2/4: 3 share £4, 2 share £13<br />

Z23A02 Self Catering Apt 2/4 7 469 589 309 345 359 679 355 345 345 399 579 439<br />

10%<br />

Superior Apt 2/4 7 489 609 329 365 379 699 375 365 365 419 599 459<br />

BEITOSTØLEN – NORWAY<br />

This property provides very comfortable accommodation, fantastic<br />

facilities & a relaxed, informal atmosphere just a stone’s throw from the<br />

ski base. Resort amenities & the slopes are just 50m away & the ski<br />

school, 100m away. A convenient base for families & couples looking<br />

for everything under one roof.<br />

FACILITIES†: Two bars •Two<br />

lounges •Free use of indoor pool<br />

and sauna •Fitness room •Spinning<br />

classes •Beauty & massage<br />

treatments •Indoor squash •Live<br />

music at weekends<br />

FOR FAMILIES: Indoor children’s<br />

pool •Children’s playroom •Special<br />

menu<br />

ROOMS (2-4 PEOPLE): Double<br />

rooms with double sofa bed<br />

(sleeping 1 adult or 2 children),<br />

cable TV, minibar, kettle, bath,<br />

shower & wc. Single room or sole<br />

use of a double room available at a<br />

supplement.<br />

JUNIOR SUITE (2-4 PEOPLE):<br />

Larger rooms with double bed &<br />

HOTEL BERGO<br />

double sleeper sofa bed (1 adult or<br />

2 children) & private sauna at a<br />

supplement.<br />

SUITE (2-6 PEOPLE): Spacious two<br />

room suites with double bedroom,<br />

separate lounge/dining area with<br />

double sofa bed & room for one or<br />

two extra beds, with cable TV,<br />

minibar, kettle, shower, bath & wc,<br />

at a supplement.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board. Buffet<br />

breakfast and three course evening<br />

meal. Packed lunch option (taken<br />

from the breakfast buffet) available<br />

at a supplement.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 123<br />

PROPERTY CODE: Z23H00<br />

<strong>The</strong> Hotel Bergo is a friendly, relaxed hotel with lots of traditional<br />

Norwegian character, offering simple but comfortable accommodation<br />

in a convenient location close to the slopes. <strong>The</strong> ski lifts & ski school<br />

meeting point are just a few minutes walk away (100m), while the<br />

resort centre and its great choice of facilities are within 50m.<br />

FACILITIES†: Bar •Lounge<br />

•Restaurant •Brasserie •Free use of<br />

sauna<br />

FOR FAMILIES: Outdoor winter<br />

playground •Games room with table<br />

tennis •Children’s menu<br />

ROOMS (2-3 PEOPLE): Double<br />

rooms which can take an extra bed,<br />

with cable TV, shower & wc. Sole<br />

use of double available at a<br />

supplement.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board. Buffet<br />

breakfast with hot options and three<br />

course evening meal. Packed lunch<br />

option (taken from the breakfast<br />

buffet) available at a supplement.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 30<br />

PROPERTY CODE: Z23H01<br />

Superior Apt 2/4: 3 share £5, 2 share £16<br />

Neilson Rating ••••<br />

CENTRAL LOCATION<br />

INDOOR POOL<br />

GOOD FOR FAMILIES<br />

FREE CHILD PLACES<br />

FAMILY ROOMS<br />

Neilson Rating •••+<br />

CENTRAL LOCATION<br />

FREE CHILD PLACES<br />

Bitihorn Apartments<br />

Apt 2/4: 3 share £6, 2 share £19<br />

Z23A03 Self Catering Apt 2/4 7 599 669 319 359 379 749 419 409 409 525 539 485<br />

10%<br />

Timber Cabins<br />

Cabin 2/4: 3 share £7, 2 share £21<br />

Z23A04 Self Catering Cabin 2/4 7 599 669 345 385 399 749 399 389 389 519 519 465<br />

10%<br />

Hotel Radisson SAS<br />

Z23H00 Half Board Room 2/4 7 995 1065 655 689 769 1119 765 759 759 889 939 -<br />

Room 2/4: Full Board £7, Single room £18, Suite £30, Junior<br />

suite £24, 3rd & 4th Adult redn. £14<br />

45%<br />

Hotel Bergo<br />

Z23H01 Half Board Room 2/3 7 - 909 605 639 655 999 655 645 645 755 845 779<br />

Room 2/3: Full Board £7, Single room £18, 3rd & 4th Adult<br />

redn. £12<br />

25%<br />

Prices are a guide only & will be confirmed on enquiry. Adult prices in £ sterling start from the amounts shown & apply to selected flight departures between each date range based on current charges & costs. Prices may go up or down & supplements (e.g. flight &/or fuel), or reductions may apply. Supplements ‘from’ are based on low season dates. For full details on how to price your holiday, charges,<br />

supplements & surcharges see ‘Your Holiday Price’ page 368. For important Holiday Information & Booking Conditions see pages 368 - 385. †Some facilities may incur a local charge. LOW 13-19Dec,03-30Jan,14Mar-03Apr.MID 31 Jan - 13 Feb, 21 Feb - 13 Mar, 27 Mar - 18 Apr. HIGH 20 Dec - 02 Jan, 14 - 20 Feb. NS071a<br />

LIFT PASS (6 DAYS) LS HS <strong>SKI</strong>ER’S PACK (6 DAYS) LS HS <strong>SNOWBOARD</strong>ER’S PACK (6 DAYS) LS HS <strong>SKI</strong>/BOARD EQUIPMENT (6 DAYS) ADULT CHILD * <strong>SKI</strong>/BOARD TUITION<br />

Adult (16yrs+) ........................................... £125 £139<br />

Child (7-15yrs) ............................................ £95 £109<br />

SPECIAL OFFER: Pre-book one lift pass and get one<br />

free. Available for 3rd - 24th Jan & 28th Feb - 28th<br />

Mar departures.<br />

HS - 27 Dec - 10 Apr. LS - All other dates. Lift pass covers<br />

Beitostølen ski area. Free lift pass for children 0-6yrs, keycard<br />

deposit must be paid locally.<br />

Adult - Complete Beginner†† ..................... £275 £299<br />

Adult - Intermediate ................................... £285 £315<br />

Child - Complete Beginner†† ...................... £239 £249<br />

Child - Intermediate .................................... £249 £259<br />

Ski Pack Ages: Adult = 16yrs+, Child = 7-15yrs.<br />

Includes: 4 days x 80mins tuition, 6 days lift pass & 6 days<br />

standard ski & boot hire. HS - 27 Dec - 10 Apr. LS - All other<br />

dates. Includes handsfree keycard.<br />

Adult - Complete Beginner†† ..................... £295 £305<br />

Adult - Intermediate ................................... £309 £315<br />

Child - Complete Beginner†† ...................... £239 £249<br />

Child - Intermediate .................................... £249 £259<br />

Snowboard Pack Ages: Adult = 16yrs+, Child = 8-15yrs<br />

Includes: 4 days x 80mins tuition, 6 days lift pass & 6 days<br />

standard snowboard & boot hire. HS - 27 Dec - 10 Apr. LS -<br />

All other dates. Includes handsfree keycard.<br />

Skis & boots standard ................................. £95 £75<br />

Skis & boots superior .................................. £119 -<br />

Skis only standard ...................................... £79 £65<br />

Skis only superior ....................................... £105 -<br />

Snowboard & boots standard .................... £95 £70<br />

Snowboard only standard .......................... £85 £60<br />

Cross country skis and boots ...................... £65 £59<br />

Helmet ** ................................................... - FREE<br />

* Child skis & boots = 3-15yrs, * Child board & boots =<br />

Adult ski school (4x90mins) ........................................ £95<br />

Child ski school (4x90mins) ........................................ £95<br />

Snowboard school (4x90mins) ................................... £95<br />

Child ski school = 4-15yrs. Snowboard school = 8yrs+.<br />

BEITOSTØLEN <strong>SKI</strong> PACK<br />

8-15yrs. ** Child equipment hire includes helmet hire, subject<br />

to availability.<br />

IMPORTANT: †† Complete beginner = Ability Level 0, Intermediate = Ability Level 1-4. Ability levels must be stated at the time of booking - see page 13 for details. Special Offers may be withdrawn at any time. Prices are in £s and are approximate - please see reservation system, our website or call us for more details.<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk/beitostolen call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free use of indoor pool<br />

& sauna<br />

Special discount 2-5yrs:<br />

£250HS; £150LS<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Discounted access to<br />

the swimming pool at<br />

the Radisson SAS<br />

Free use of sauna<br />

Special discount 2-5yrs:<br />

£250HS; £150LS<br />

Child %<br />

discount<br />

71


72<br />

NORWAY – HEMSEDAL<br />

“Forested slopes,<br />

huge, powder bowls<br />

and endless off-piste<br />

challenges. <strong>The</strong><br />

diversity of terrain,<br />

snow quality and<br />

crowd-free slopes<br />

make it hugely<br />

appealing”<br />

Fair Excellent<br />

BEGINNERS<br />

INTERMEDIATES<br />

ADVANCED<br />

OFF-PISTE<br />

NON <strong>SKI</strong>ERS<br />

FAMILIES<br />

NIGHTLIFE<br />

MOUNTAIN<br />

Skiing Altitude 640m-1497m<br />

Resort Altitude 640m<br />

Pistes 43km<br />

Number of Runs 49<br />

33% 21% 26% 20%<br />

Number of Lifts 22<br />

Drags 16 / Chairs 6<br />

Longest Run 6km<br />

Direction of Slopes N/S/E/W<br />

Terrain Parks yes<br />

Half Pipe yes<br />

Cross Country Trails 210km<br />

Night Skiing yes<br />

Mountain Restaurants 5<br />

Snowmaking 42% runs covered<br />

Resort Ski Bus yes<br />

FAMILY<br />

Babycare 6-23 months<br />

Crèche 2yrs+<br />

Ski Kindergarten 3-6yrs+<br />

See page 373 or<br />

neilson.co.uk/childcare for more info.<br />

TRAVEL<br />

Departure Airports<br />

Gatwick<br />

Destination Airports<br />

Fagernes<br />

Season 20 Dec-11 Apr<br />

Departure Day Sunday<br />

Flight Guide see page 384<br />

Transfer Time 1hrs 30mins<br />

Private taxi transfers available -<br />

please call us for details<br />

SPECIAL OFFERS<br />

Lift pass includes nightskiing Tuesday -<br />

Friday 18.00 - 21.00<br />

<strong>SKI</strong> LEADING<br />

Hemsedal is what we call an ‘allrounder’.<br />

Forested slopes, huge,<br />

powder bowls and endless off-piste<br />

challenges. <strong>The</strong> diversity of terrain,<br />

snow quality and crowd-free slopes<br />

make it hugely appealing. A special<br />

nursery area where supportive<br />

instructors coach beginners through<br />

their first steps means it’s also a great<br />

place to learn. It’s not just downhill<br />

skiing either. <strong>The</strong>re’s a world class<br />

terrain park enticing pro-riders from<br />

across Europe, and over 200km of<br />

cross country trails meandering<br />

through picture-postcard winter<br />

scenes. You can choose to stay in one<br />

of two bases; Hemsedal Ski Centre is<br />

the most convenient for the slopes or<br />

downtown Hemsedal where the<br />

legendary après-ski gets going at<br />

weekends. To top it all, if you’ve ever<br />

fancied a go at activities such as<br />

‘mushing’ or driving your own<br />

snowmobile through the wilderness,<br />

there’s plenty on offer ensuring<br />

memorable skiing and boarding is<br />

not the only highlight of your week.<br />

3<br />

ACTIVITIES<br />

• Dogsledding<br />

• Snowmobiling<br />

• Ice Climbing<br />

• Horse Drawn Sleigh Rides<br />

• Horse Riding<br />

• Paragliding<br />

• Tobogganing<br />

• Bowling<br />

• Night Skiing<br />

4<br />

4<br />

4<br />

4<br />

LIFT PASS & TUITION<br />

PRICE PROMISE<br />

See page 371<br />

GUIDED OFF-PISTE DAYS<br />

Explore the amazing off-piste<br />

with an experienced guide who<br />

will show you the best spots as<br />

well as giving you advice on offpiste<br />

techniques & avalanche<br />

awareness. For advanced ability<br />

levels only, subject to a<br />

minimum numbers.<br />

4


Cabins (2-6 people)<br />

HOTEL SKOGSTAD<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk/hemsedal call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

HEMSEDAL – NORWAY<br />

A well-known, comfortable hotel situated in the heart of Hemsedal,<br />

close to all of the resort’s amenities. <strong>The</strong>re has been substantial<br />

investment in the property’s facilities including a refurbished aprés ski<br />

bar and nightclub, refurbished rooms and a new wellness area. <strong>The</strong> free<br />

ski bus stops 50m away providing easy access to the slopes 2km away.<br />

FACILITIES†: Restaurant •Bar<br />

•Lounge •Free use of sauna, steam<br />

room & small plunge pool •Free use<br />

of fitness room •Massage<br />

•Refurbished après-ski bar &<br />

nightclub (minimum age 25yrs)<br />

•Children’s play area<br />

ROOMS (2 PEOPLE): Scandinavian<br />

twin rooms with shower or bath &<br />

wc.<br />

MØLLA APARTMENTS & CABINS<br />

ROOMS (2-4 PEOPLE):<br />

Scandinavian twin or double<br />

bedroom with two extra beds in a<br />

separate living area (either adjacent<br />

or on a mezzanine level), with<br />

shower or bath & wc. (Suitable for 3<br />

adults or 2 adults & 2 children).<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board. Buffet<br />

breakfast and buffet-style or plated<br />

evening meal.<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 83<br />

PROPERTY CODE: Z21H05<br />

Conveniently located for the slopes & ski base, 700m from the nearest<br />

lift, ski centre and supermarket. <strong>The</strong>se properties are on the ski bus<br />

route, making Hemsedal town centre (2km away), easily accessible for<br />

evenings in town.<br />

FACILITIES†: (In Service Centre<br />

300m away) •Ski rental •Restaurant<br />

•Sports bar •Bowling alley<br />

•Nightclub<br />

ACCOMMODATION: Living room,<br />

cable TV, kitchen, shower & wc. Bed<br />

linen, towels and end of stay<br />

cleaning (except kitchen & washing<br />

up) included.<br />

1 BEDROOM CABINS (2 PEOPLE):<br />

One double bedroom & open fire.<br />

2 BEDROOM APARTMENTS (2-4<br />

PEOPLE): One double, one bunk<br />

room & sauna.<br />

3 BEDROOM CABINS (2-6<br />

PEOPLE): One double room, one<br />

Scandinavian bunk room (double<br />

bed with wall-mounted single<br />

above) & one loft room with twin<br />

beds & sauna.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Self Catering. Bed &<br />

Breakfast and Half Board option<br />

available at a supplement. All meals<br />

to be taken at the Alpin Lodge<br />

700m away.<br />

PROPERTY CODE: Z21A00<br />

Neilson Rating •••<br />

CENTRAL LOCATION<br />

WELLNESS AREA<br />

FOUR OR MORE<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free use of sauna,<br />

stream room & small<br />

plunge pool<br />

Special discount 2-5yrs:<br />

£250HS; £150LS<br />

Neilson Rating •••<br />

GOOD FOR FAMILIES<br />

FREE CHILD PLACES<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Log fire or sauna<br />

73


74<br />

NORWAY – HEMSEDAL<br />

Skarsnuten apartments<br />

SKARSNUTEN HOTEL & APARTMENTS<br />

This luxurious hotel and attractive cabin style apartments are set in a<br />

stunning mountain side location overlooking the resort and only up to<br />

200m away from a chair lift linking into the Hemsedal ski area. <strong>The</strong><br />

apartments are only a few minutes walk away from the hotel which<br />

offers stylish facilities, contemporary interiors and excellent cuisine.<br />

<strong>The</strong>re is a free minibus service to/from the resort centre once in the<br />

morning and three times in the evening. <strong>The</strong> nearest supermarket is<br />

1km away.<br />

FACILITIES†: A la carte restaurant<br />

•Bar serving snacks •DJ & live music<br />

at weekends •Elevated lounge with<br />

spectacular views •Sauna •Fitness<br />

room<br />

HOTEL ROOMS (2-4 PEOPLE):<br />

Scandinavian twin rooms with<br />

double sleeper sofa bed (suitable for<br />

1 adult or 2 children) with satellite<br />

TV, bath, shower and wc. Single<br />

rooms on request at a supplement.<br />

HOTEL BOARD BASIS: Half Board.<br />

Buffet breakfast and three course<br />

evening meal. Christmas and New<br />

Year meals included. Gala dinners<br />

available at a supplement, payable<br />

locally.<br />

APARTMENTS<br />

ACCOMMODATION:All apartments<br />

have a lounge area with fireplace &<br />

TV, fully equipped kitchen and<br />

bathroom with shower & wc.<br />

STAVEN APARTMENTS<br />

<strong>The</strong>se good quality apartments are just a few metres away from<br />

Hemsedal ski base, providing a convenient location for the slopes, ski<br />

lifts (100m away) & ski school meeting place. Hemsedal town centre is<br />

2.5km away, served by the free ski bus that stops just outside.<br />

FACILITIES†: •On-site restaurant &<br />

bar/nightclub<br />

ACCOMMODATION: Living/dining<br />

area with gas fire and cable TV,<br />

kitchen with oven, microwave,<br />

fridge and dishwasher, bathroom<br />

with shower, wc and sauna. Bed<br />

linen, towels and end of stay<br />

cleaning (except kitchen & washing<br />

up) included.<br />

2 BEDROOM APARTMENTS (2-5<br />

PEOPLE): One double bedroom and<br />

one room with two sets of bunk<br />

beds.<br />

2 BEDROOM APARTMENTS (2-5<br />

PEOPLE): Located on the ground<br />

floor, one double or twin room and<br />

one room with two sets of bunk<br />

beds (sleeps 3).<br />

3 BEDROOM APARTMENTS (4-7<br />

PEOPLE): Located on the first floor,<br />

double or twin room, one bunk<br />

room and a family bunk room<br />

(sleeps 3), additional wc, private<br />

sauna and balcony or terrace.<br />

APARTMENTS BOARD BASIS: Self<br />

Catering.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 37<br />

Please note: <strong>The</strong> ski school and<br />

crèche are located at the base of<br />

Hemsedal ski centre and approx.<br />

£15 each way in a taxi. <strong>The</strong> hotel is<br />

linked by a chair lift to a green run<br />

leading to the base. We do not<br />

therefore recommend this property<br />

for complete beginners or families<br />

needing the crèche.<br />

HOTEL CODE: Z21H04<br />

APARTMENTS CODE: Z21A02<br />

BOARD BASIS: Self Catering. Bed &<br />

Breakfast and Half Board option<br />

available at a supplement. All meals<br />

to be taken at the Alpin Lodge,<br />

350m away.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★★<br />

Please note: some noise may be<br />

experienced from the nightclub at<br />

weekends, during New Year and<br />

Easter holidays therefore we would<br />

not recommend this property to<br />

families during peak holiday weeks.<br />

PROPERTY CODE: Z21A04<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk/hemsedal call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

Neilson Rating ••••<br />

<strong>SKI</strong> TO YOUR DOOR<br />

FOUR OR MORE<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Special discount 2-5yrs:<br />

£250HS; £150LS<br />

Unique hotels offering stylish interiors,<br />

personal service and excellent cuisine<br />

Neilson Rating •••+<br />

GOOD FOR GROUPS<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free use of private<br />

sauna


Superior room<br />

Basic Holiday Prices in £s per adult from<br />

the amounts shown.<br />

Hotel Skogstad<br />

ALPIN LODGE<br />

20 Dec- 27 Dec- 03 Jan- 24 Jan- 07 Feb- 14 Feb- 21 Feb- 07 Mar- 21 Mar- 28 Mar- 04 Apr- 11 Apr-<br />

Nts 26 Dec 02 Jan 23 Jan 06 Feb 13 Feb 20 Feb 06 Mar 20 Mar 27 Mar 03 Apr 10 Apr 18 Apr<br />

HEMSEDAL – NORWAY<br />

A great base for keen skiers, the Alpin Lodge is ideally located at the<br />

bottom of the slopes, next to ski school meeting point and children’s<br />

area. This property was newly built for W08/9 season and offers a great<br />

standard of accommodation. Hemsedal town centre is 2km away and is<br />

served by the free ski bus that stops outside.<br />

FACILITIES†: •Restaurant •Bar<br />

•Supermarket •Sport shop<br />

•Children’s playroom<br />

ROOMS (2 PEOPLE): Twin rooms<br />

with sofa, cable TV, kitchenette with<br />

coffee maker, fridge, dishwasher,<br />

kettle and combined microwave and<br />

oven, bathroom with shower and<br />

wc.<br />

3 BEDROOM APARTMENTS (2-6<br />

PEOPLE): One double bedroom and<br />

two bunk rooms, lounge area with<br />

gas fireplace, cable TV, kitchen with<br />

oven, fridge w/freezer, microwave<br />

and dishwasher, one bathroom with<br />

shower and wc and one bathroom<br />

with shower, wc and private sauna.<br />

HOTEL FOSSHEIM<br />

Bed linen, towels and end of stay<br />

cleaning included.<br />

Prices on reservations system.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Self Catering. Bed &<br />

Breakfast and Half Board available at<br />

a supplement.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★★<br />

PROPERTY CODE: Z21H09/HS9<br />

<strong>The</strong> family-run Fossheim offers guests personal service and a cosy,<br />

friendly atmosphere and prides itself on high quality cuisine made with<br />

locally sourced produce. Situated on the outskirts of Hemsedal, 100m<br />

from the free ski bus stop that serves the resort centre and ski base 6km<br />

away.<br />

FACILITIES†: Bar •Restaurant •Two<br />

lounge areas with open fire<br />

•Reading/TV room •Free use of<br />

sauna •Free wifi •Massage<br />

FOR FAMILIES: Children’s playroom<br />

•Children’s menu •Early dinners<br />

ROOMS (2-4 PEOPLE): Double or<br />

twin rooms, some with a sofa bed<br />

(sleeping 1 adult or 2 children) with<br />

cable TV, shower & wc.<br />

SUPERIOR ROOMS (2-4 PEOPLE):<br />

Double rooms in annexe building<br />

with flatscreen cable TV, shower &<br />

wc & a double sleeper sofa bed<br />

(sleeping 1 adult or 2 children) at a<br />

supplement.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board. Buffet<br />

breakfast & two course plated<br />

evening meal. Special Christmas &<br />

New Year dinners included. Packed<br />

lunch option (taken from the<br />

breakfast buffet) available at a<br />

supplement.<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 40<br />

Please note: we grade the rooms in<br />

the new annexe building as<br />

★★★★+, and the main hotel rooms<br />

as ★★★+.<br />

PROPERTY CODE: Z21H00<br />

Neilson Rating ••••<br />

<strong>SKI</strong> TO YOUR DOOR<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free use of private<br />

sauna (apts only)<br />

Neilson Rating<br />

••••+/•••+<br />

Supplements in £s per person per night from:<br />

(Unless otherwise stated)<br />

Room 2/4: Sole use of twin £63, 3rd & 4th Adult redn. £12<br />

Z21H05 Half Board Room 2/4 7 - 949 649 685 699 969 699 629 629 679 809 759<br />

25%<br />

Mølla Apartments & Cabins<br />

Z21A00 Self Catering Cabin 2 7 659 679 409 489 569 835 545 529 459 605 639 569<br />

Cabin 2: Breakfast £10, Half Board £47<br />

10%<br />

Apt 2/4 7 579 599 329 409 489 755 465 449 379 525 559 489<br />

Apt 2/4: Breakfast £10, Half Board £47, 3 share £6,<br />

2 share £19<br />

Cabin 2/6 7 569 589 319 399 479 745 455 439 369 515 549 479<br />

Cabin 2/6: Breakfast £10, Half Board £47, 5 share £3,<br />

4 share £8, 3 share £15, 2 share £30<br />

Hotel Skarsnuten<br />

Z21H04 Half Board Room 2/4 7 1149 1215 795 825 839 1199 835 825 825 865 1009 939<br />

Room 2/4: Sole use of twin £24, 3rd & 4th Adult redn. £16<br />

25%<br />

Skarsnuten Apartments<br />

Z21A02 Self Catering Apt 2/5 7 595 655 345 399 459 715 449 395 395 529 579 489<br />

Apt 2/5: 4 share £4, 3 share £11, 2 share £24<br />

10%<br />

Apt 4/7 7 595 655 345 399 459 715 449 395 395 529 579 489<br />

Apt 4/7: 6 share £2, 5 share £6, 4 share £11<br />

Staven Apartments<br />

Z21A04 Self Catering Apt 2/5 7 599 609 339 379 - 729 425 415 409 539 589 499<br />

Apt 2/5: Breakfast £10, Half Board £47, 4 share £4,<br />

3 share £10, 2 share £23<br />

10%<br />

Alpin Lodge<br />

Z21H09 Room Only Room 2 7 659 799 399 459 549 - 689 589 589 709 679 599<br />

Room 2: Breakfast £10, Half Board £47<br />

10%<br />

Hotel Fossheim<br />

Z21H00 Half Board Room 2/4 7 789 979 635 665 679 1039 725 715 715 829 899 789<br />

Room 2/4: Full Board £9, Superior room £19, 3rd & 4th Adult<br />

redn. £9<br />

45%<br />

Prices are a guide only & will be confirmed on enquiry. Adult prices in £ sterling start from the amounts shown & apply to selected flight departures between each date range based on current charges & costs. Prices may go up or down & supplements (e.g. flight &/or fuel), or reductions may apply. Supplements ‘from’ are based on low season dates. For full details on how to price your holiday, charges,<br />

supplements & surcharges see ‘Your Holiday Price’ page 368. For important Holiday Information & Booking Conditions see pages 368 - 385. †Some facilities may incur a local charge. LOW 13-19Dec,03-30Jan,14Mar-03Apr.MID 31 Jan - 13 Feb, 21 Feb - 13 Mar, 27 Mar - 18 Apr. HIGH 20 Dec - 02 Jan, 14 - 20 Feb. NS075a<br />

LIFT PASS (6 DAYS)<br />

<strong>SKI</strong>ER’S PACK (6 DAYS)<br />

<strong>SNOWBOARD</strong>ER’S PACK (6 DAYS)<br />

<strong>SKI</strong>/BOARD EQUIPMENT (6 DAYS) ADULT YOUTH* CHILD* <strong>SKI</strong>/BOARD TUITION<br />

Adult (16-61yrs) .......................................................... £159<br />

Youth (7-15yrs) ........................................................... £129<br />

Senior (62yrs+) .......................................................... £129<br />

Lift pass covers Hemsedal and Solheisen ski area. Free lift<br />

pass for children 0-6yrs. Includes handsfree keycard.<br />

Adult - Complete Beginner†† ...................................... £299<br />

Adult - Intermediate .................................................... £319<br />

Youth - Complete Beginner†† ..................................... £249<br />

Youth - Intermediate ................................................... £269<br />

Ski Pack Ages: Adult = 16yrs+, Youth = 7-15yrs.<br />

Includes: 4 days x 90mins tuition, 6 days lift pass & 6 days<br />

standard ski & boot hire. Includes handsfree keycard.<br />

Adult - Complete Beginner†† ...................................... £269<br />

Adult - Intermediate .................................................... £289<br />

Youth - Complete Beginner†† ..................................... £239<br />

Youth - Intermediate ................................................... £249<br />

Snowboard Pack Ages: Adult = 16yrs+, Youth = 9-15yrs<br />

Includes: 4 days x 90mins tuition, 6 days lift pass & 6 days<br />

standard snowboard & boot hire. Includes handsfree keycard.<br />

Skis & boots standard ...................... £99<br />

Skis & boots superior ....................... £119<br />

Skis only standard ............................ £79<br />

Skis only superior ............................. £99<br />

Snowboard & boots standard ......... £99<br />

Snowboard only standard ............... £85<br />

Cross country skis and boots ........... £55<br />

Helmet ** ........................................ -<br />

£75<br />

£79<br />

£60<br />

-<br />

£89<br />

£75<br />

£40<br />

FREE<br />

£59<br />

-<br />

£49<br />

-<br />

-<br />

-<br />

£45<br />

FREE<br />

Adult ski school (4x90mins) ........................................ £85<br />

Child ski school (4x90mins) ........................................ £79<br />

Snowboard school (4x90mins) ................................... £79<br />

Ski Kindergarten (4x2hrs15m) .................................... £129<br />

Child ski school = 4-15yrs. Snowboard school = 8yrs+.<br />

Ski Kindergarten 3-10yrs.<br />

*Child skis & boots = 3-6yrs, *Youth skis & boots = 7-15yrs,<br />

HEMSEDAL <strong>SKI</strong> PACK<br />

*Youth board & boots = 8-15yrs.<br />

**Child & youth equipment hire includes helmet hire.<br />

IMPORTANT: †† Complete beginner = Ability Level 0, Intermediate = Ability Level 1-4. Ability levels must be stated at the time of booking - see page 13 for details. Special Offers may be withdrawn at any time. Prices are in £s and are approximate - please see reservation system, our website or call us for more details.<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk/hemsedal call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

GOOD FOR FAMILIES<br />

FREE CHILD PLACES<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free use of sauna<br />

Special discount 2-5yrs:<br />

£250HS; £150LS<br />

Child %<br />

discount<br />

75


76<br />

NORWAY – GEILO<br />

“…Its uncrowded<br />

slopes, huge array<br />

of activities and<br />

award winning ski<br />

school make it the<br />

perfect choice for<br />

beginners and<br />

families.”<br />

Fair Excellent<br />

BEGINNERS<br />

INTERMEDIATES<br />

ADVANCED<br />

OFF-PISTE<br />

NON <strong>SKI</strong>ERS<br />

FAMILIES<br />

NIGHTLIFE<br />

MOUNTAIN<br />

Skiing Altitude 800m-1173m<br />

Resort Altitude 800m<br />

Pistes 34km<br />

Number of Runs 40<br />

22% 30% 39% 9%<br />

Number of Lifts 34<br />

Drags 14 / Chairs 6<br />

Longest Run 2km<br />

Direction of Slopes N/S/E<br />

Terrain Parks yes<br />

Half Pipe yes<br />

Cross Country Trails 220km<br />

Night Skiing yes<br />

Mountain Restaurants 7<br />

Snowmaking 70% runs covered<br />

Resort Ski Bus yes<br />

FAMILY<br />

Babycare 6-23 months<br />

Crèche 2-7yrs, pre-bookable<br />

Ski Kindergarten 4-6yrs,<br />

pre-bookable p81<br />

See page 373 or neilson.co.uk/<br />

childcare for more info.<br />

TRAVEL<br />

Departure Airports Gatwick<br />

Destination Airports Fagernes<br />

Season 20 Dec–11 Apr<br />

Departure Day Sunday<br />

Flight Guide See page 384<br />

Transfer Time 2 hrs<br />

Private taxi transfers available -<br />

please call us for details<br />

SPECIAL OFFERS<br />

2 for 1 equipment hire. Pre-book<br />

equipment hire and get the same items<br />

free. Available 3rd - 24th January<br />

departures<br />

<strong>SKI</strong> LEADING • FAMILY RESORT • LEARN TO TURN RESORT<br />

• 2 FOR 1 EQUIPMENT OFFER<br />

Geilo has been welcoming skiers since<br />

1890. Although its ski area and<br />

accommodation have certainly<br />

moved on with the times, the resort<br />

has managed to retain its charming,<br />

traditional character. We’ve made<br />

Geilolia ski centre, one of two ski<br />

areas in the resort, home to Neilson.<br />

Its uncrowded slopes, huge array of<br />

activities and award winning ski<br />

school make it the perfect choice for<br />

beginners and families. Plenty of<br />

cruising runs, a custom-built terrain<br />

park and over 200km of trails means<br />

improvers, freestylers and<br />

cross-country skiers are catered for<br />

too. Relaxed during the week, lively<br />

at weekends best describes the<br />

atmosphere in the village where<br />

you’ll find a number of bars,<br />

restaurants, cafés and a small<br />

shopping centre. Add a long reliable<br />

snow season and a warm, friendly<br />

welcome to the mix, and it’s easy to<br />

see why so many visitors return year<br />

after year to Geilo.<br />

ACTIVITIES<br />

• Dogsledding<br />

• Snowmobile Safaris & Racetrack<br />

• Cinema<br />

• Guided Cross Country Trips<br />

• Tobogganing<br />

• Ice Driving<br />

• Ice Skating<br />

• Ice Climbing<br />

• Ice Karting<br />

• Snowrafting<br />

• Swimming<br />

• Langedrag Nature Park<br />

• Night Skiing<br />

• Spa Centres<br />

LIFT PASS & TUITION<br />

PRICE PROMISE<br />

See page 371<br />

THE FJORDS BY RAIL<br />

<strong>The</strong> Flåm Railway is an<br />

incredible train journey from<br />

the mountain station at Myrdal<br />

on the Bergen Railway, down to<br />

Flåm station nestled in the<br />

innermost corner of the<br />

Aurlandfjord, a branch of the<br />

world's longest fjord, the<br />

Sognefjord. <strong>The</strong> 20km train ride<br />

takes you through beautiful<br />

mountain and fjord scenery and<br />

is an unforgettable journey on<br />

one of the world's most<br />

spectacular railway lines.<br />

HORSE DRAWN SLEIGH RIDES<br />

Snuggle up under warm<br />

blankets and enjoy Geilo from a<br />

different view as you are being<br />

picked up from your<br />

accommodation and taken on a<br />

picturesque journey around<br />

resort.<br />

KITE <strong>SKI</strong>ING/BOARDING<br />

Geilo is a paradise for kite skiers<br />

or boarders. Combine large,<br />

open snow covered plateaus<br />

and frozen lakes with<br />

experienced instructors and its<br />

not difficult to see why.


Spa wing room THON HOTEL VESTLIA RESORT<br />

Contemporary, stylish & relaxed interiors, designed by one of Norway’s<br />

most renowned interior designers, have helped the Vestlia Resort earn a<br />

reputation as one of Norway’s best mountain hotels. As well as<br />

refurbished public areas & hotel bedrooms, a recently built spa wing<br />

houses a fantastic spa centre, plus spa bedrooms & suites. <strong>The</strong> hotel<br />

offers stunning facilities and one of the best locations in resort, at the<br />

Geilolia ski base, 50m from the ski lifts & ski school. <strong>The</strong> resort centre is<br />

2km away served by a free ski bus during the day.<br />

FACILITIES†: Lounge •Bar with<br />

open fire •Restaurant •Ski lockers<br />

SPA FEATURES†: 1000m 2 spa area<br />

including indoor pool, sauna, steam<br />

room, plunge pool, relaxation area,<br />

nine rooms offering beauty &<br />

massage treatments, studio for<br />

classes, complimentary fruit buffet<br />

•Free use of fitness room<br />

Please note: Spa area reserved for<br />

adults over 16 yrs. Discounted<br />

entrance fee into the spa area of 100<br />

NOK per day for all Neilson guests.<br />

Important information about Spa<br />

facilities - see page 375.<br />

FOR FAMILIES: Free use of family<br />

pool •New large children’s playroom<br />

•Games room with Playstation<br />

•Special menus<br />

ALL ROOMS: Equipped with satellite<br />

TV, minibar, shower & wc.<br />

FAMILY ANNEXE ROOMS (2-4<br />

PEOPLE): Austrian twin beds and a<br />

set of bunk beds (suitable for 2<br />

children only), situated in one of<br />

several annexe buildings.<br />

HOTEL ROOMS (2-4 PEOPLE):<br />

Refurbished twin or Austrian twin<br />

rooms, with double sofa bed<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk/geilo call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

GEILO – NORWAY<br />

(sleeping 1 adult or 2 children) in<br />

the main hotel.<br />

SPA WING ROOMS (2-3 PEOPLE):<br />

Luxurious rooms with a double bed<br />

and a double sofa bed (suitable for<br />

one child only), situated in the spa<br />

wing.<br />

SPA WING SUITES (2-4 PEOPLE):<br />

Spacious suites with a double<br />

bedroom and a double sofa bed in<br />

the living area, at a supplement.<br />

HALLINGSKARVET SUITE (2-4<br />

PEOPLE): In the main hotel, a<br />

refurbished suite with two double<br />

bedrooms, plus a large sitting area<br />

and spa bath. On request at a<br />

supplement.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board. Buffet<br />

breakfast & three course evening<br />

meal. Weekly buffets. Christmas &<br />

New Year meals included.<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 120<br />

Please note: we grade rooms and<br />

suites in the spa wing and main<br />

hotel as ●●●●+ and family annexe<br />

rooms as ●●●.<br />

PROPERTY CODE: Z20H01<br />

Neilson Rating<br />

••••+/•••<br />

<strong>SKI</strong> TO YOUR DOOR<br />

WELLNESS AREA<br />

INDOOR POOL<br />

GOOD FOR FAMILIES<br />

FAMILY ROOMS<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Special discount 2-5yrs:<br />

£150HS; £50LS<br />

A handpicked selection of hotels<br />

offering first class spa facilities<br />

77


78<br />

NORWAY – GEILO<br />

GEILO FOR FAMILIES<br />

So what makes Geilo one of our<br />

top ‘Family Resorts’? For a start,<br />

its gentle, uncrowded slopes and<br />

fantastic children’s ski school at<br />

Geilolia Ski Centre allow children<br />

to gain confidence and improve<br />

their techniques quickly.<br />

<strong>The</strong>re is also an excellent choice<br />

of accommodation close to the<br />

slopes, including our popular<br />

Forest Chalets offering a cosy<br />

home from home feel with the<br />

added luxury of freshly home<br />

cooked meals served by our<br />

friendly chalet staff.<br />

FAMILY REP SERVICE<br />

Being one of our ‘Family Resorts’,<br />

our family-focused Neilson Rep will<br />

be on hand throughout the week to<br />

advise, guide and help you and your<br />

family get the most out of your<br />

week.<br />

FOREST CABINS<br />

Attractive, comfortable and well equipped cabins in a quiet setting at<br />

the base of Geilolia slopes and ski centre. <strong>The</strong>y offer convenience at just<br />

50-200m to the nearest ski lifts, ski school meeting point and the local<br />

créche. <strong>The</strong> village centre is 1.5km away (15mins walk or by ski bus<br />

stopping 100m away). A great choice for families and groups looking<br />

for a cosy, relaxed base.<br />

FACILITIES†: Open fire •Free use of<br />

private sauna •Free Wifi •Boot<br />

warmers<br />

CABINS (2-6 PEOPLE): Fully<br />

equipped kitchenette, lounge area<br />

with corner sofa, satellite TV, open<br />

log fire & private sauna. Bedrooms<br />

comprise of an Austrian twin room<br />

on the ground floor plus two further<br />

twin rooms upstairs (with sloping<br />

ceilings) & one shared shower room<br />

& wc. Bed linen, towels and end of<br />

stay cleaning (except kitchen &<br />

washing up) included.<br />

HOTEL USTEDALEN<br />

BOARD BASIS: Self Catering.<br />

PROPERTY CODE: Z20A03<br />

<strong>The</strong> Ustedalen offers comfortable accommodation and is convenient for<br />

access to Geilo’s ski area, just 300m from the Halstengard ski lift.<br />

Geilolia ski centre is 3km away and is served by the ski bus which stops<br />

next to the hotel. <strong>The</strong> resort centre is 800m away.<br />

FACILITIES†: Refurbished lounge<br />

with dance floor •Bar •Restaurant<br />

•Free use of indoor pool & sauna<br />

•Ski storage room<br />

FOR FAMILIES: Table tennis •Early<br />

suppers •Special menus<br />

ROOMS (2-4 PEOPLE):<br />

Scandinavian twin rooms with<br />

double sofa bed (1 adult or 2<br />

children) equipped with satellite TV,<br />

bath or shower and wc. Many offer<br />

lovely views of the ski slopes.<br />

ACTIVITIES GALORE<br />

<strong>The</strong>n there’s the great choice of<br />

family-orientated activities. <strong>The</strong><br />

whole family can enjoy experiences<br />

such as the new tree top walk and<br />

zipline, dog sledding, horse drawn<br />

sleigh rides and tobogganing, to<br />

name a few.<br />

PRE-BOOKABLE <strong>SKI</strong><br />

KINDERGARTEN<br />

<strong>The</strong> Ski School offers a skikindergarten<br />

for children 4-6 years<br />

where children will receive excellent<br />

tuition whilst having fun on the<br />

slopes. Four days x 80 minutes, see<br />

ski pack panel or<br />

www.neilson.co.uk/childcare for<br />

more information.<br />

PRE-BOOKABLE LOCAL-RUN<br />

CRÈCHE SERVICE<br />

<strong>The</strong> resort-run Trollklubben is open<br />

9.30am until the lifts shut for<br />

children aged 0-7yrs. <strong>The</strong> friendly,<br />

English-speaking staff can also<br />

provide a ski school escort service<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board. Buffet<br />

breakfast & buffet or plated evening<br />

meal with weekly speciality buffet.<br />

Christmas & New Year meals<br />

included. Packed lunch option,<br />

available locally.<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 86<br />

PROPERTY CODE: Z20H03<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk/geilo call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

to/from ski school for your<br />

child if you are on the slopes<br />

or in lessons. Prices and<br />

more information at<br />

www.neilson.co.uk/childcare<br />

FAMILY VALUE<br />

Plus, some added value for<br />

families travelling with<br />

Neilson:<br />

• FREE helmets for children<br />

0-6 years (subject to<br />

availability)<br />

• FREE lift passes for children<br />

0-6yrs<br />

• FREE après-ski activities<br />

(two evenings per week)<br />

• FREE children’s<br />

tobogganing<br />

(up to 15yrs)<br />

• FREE night skiing on four<br />

evenings a week<br />

Neilson Rating ••••<br />

<strong>SKI</strong> TO YOUR DOOR<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free use of a private<br />

sauna<br />

Log fire<br />

Free welcome grocery<br />

pack on arrival<br />

One free lunch voucher<br />

per person (per week)<br />

Each cabin is provided<br />

with a large sack of<br />

wood for the open fire<br />

Christmas tree and<br />

decorations provided in<br />

each cabin, for<br />

Christmas arrivals<br />

Neilson Rating •••+<br />

INDOOR POOL<br />

FREE CHILD PLACES<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free use of indoor pool<br />

& sauna<br />

Special discount 2-5yrs:<br />

£250HS; £150LS<br />

VALUE<br />

No frills accommodation at a cheaper price<br />

– where it's the skiing that really counts!


NEILSON FOREST CHALET I & FOREST CHALET IV<br />

Set in a beautiful wooded area, these cosy chalets offer a log fire and a<br />

private hot tub and sauna to soothe any aches at the end of the day.<br />

<strong>The</strong> chalets are in a great location next to Geilolia ski centre, just a few<br />

metres from the nearest ski lift, ski school meeting point & the local<br />

créche. Inside, the traditionally-built wooden interior provides a cosy,<br />

welcoming atmosphere. This is a perfect base for groups & families<br />

looking for a typical, Norwegian-style chalet holiday.<br />

FOREST CHALET I: For 10 people<br />

FOREST CHALET IV: For 10 people<br />

ACCOMMODATION:<br />

GROUND FLOOR: Spacious openplan,<br />

kitchen/dining area and<br />

lounge with sofa, open fire, satellite<br />

TV, CD player and DVD player.<br />

Ground floor bedrooms comprise of<br />

one twin room and one Austrian<br />

twin room and two bathrooms with<br />

shower and wc, one of which has a<br />

sauna. Ski storage and boot warmers<br />

located in hallway. Outside by the<br />

terrace, a private outdoor hot tub is<br />

provided.<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk/geilo call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

GEILO – NORWAY<br />

FIRST FLOOR: Three twin rooms<br />

upstairs (with sloping ceilings).<br />

BOARD BASIS: Chalet Board. Daily<br />

breakfast & afternoon tea with<br />

freshly baked cake; home-cooked<br />

three course evening meal on six<br />

nights served with wine and after<br />

dinner coffee.<br />

Please note: Chalet staff live out.<br />

Children are welcome when part of<br />

a group booking the whole chalet.<br />

Generous discounts or free places<br />

may apply when sharing a room<br />

with 2 adults.<br />

PROPERTY CODE:<br />

Forest Chalet I: Z20C00<br />

Forest Chalet IV: Z20C03<br />

Forest Chalet I Forest Chalet IV<br />

NEILSON FOREST CHALET II & FOREST CHALET III<br />

<strong>The</strong>se attractive wooden chalets are nestled among pine trees just 50m<br />

from Geilolia ski centre, making it a great choice for families and<br />

beginners. <strong>The</strong> insulating pine-clad walls and roaring log fire provide an<br />

inviting, relaxed atmosphere and the perfect environment to enjoy<br />

delicious, freshly prepared dinners.<br />

FOREST CHALET II: For 8 people<br />

FOREST CHALET III: For 8 people<br />

ACCOMMODATION:<br />

GROUND FLOOR: Spacious openplan<br />

living area with comfortable<br />

seating situated around a log fire,<br />

satellite TV, DVD player, CD player<br />

and dining area. One Austrian twin<br />

and one twin room. Two shared<br />

bathrooms with shower and wc, one<br />

of which has a sauna. Ski storage<br />

room with boot warmers. Outside a<br />

terrace leads to the chalet’s own<br />

private hot tub.<br />

FIRST FLOOR: One Austrian twin<br />

and one twin room situated in the<br />

eaves with sloping ceilings, low beds<br />

and limited storage space. <strong>The</strong>se<br />

rooms are available at a reduction.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Chalet Board. Daily<br />

breakfast & afternoon tea with<br />

freshly baked cake; home-cooked<br />

three course evening meal on six<br />

nights served with wine and after<br />

dinner coffee.<br />

Please note: Chalet staff live out.<br />

Children are welcome when part of<br />

a group booking the whole chalet.<br />

Generous discounts or free places<br />

may apply when sharing a room<br />

with 2 adults.<br />

PROPERTY CODE:<br />

Forest Chalet II: Z20C01<br />

Forest Chalet III: Z20C02<br />

Forest Chalet II Forest Chalet III<br />

Neilson Rating ••••<br />

<strong>SKI</strong> TO YOUR DOOR<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Each sleeps 10 people<br />

Each has 5 bedrooms<br />

Each has a log fire<br />

Each offers free use of<br />

private sauna & hot tub<br />

Each offers free<br />

afternoon tea & cake<br />

Each offers free wine<br />

served with dinner<br />

One free lunch voucher<br />

per person (per week)<br />

for Geilolia Mountain<br />

Base Restaurant<br />

Free Tree Top Walk &<br />

Zipline (see<br />

www.neilson.co.uk<br />

/Geilo for details)<br />

Unique and charming catered chalets<br />

located in the best resorts<br />

Neilson Rating ••••<br />

<strong>SKI</strong> TO YOUR DOOR<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Sleeps 8 people<br />

4 bedrooms<br />

Log fire<br />

Free use of private<br />

sauna & hot tub<br />

Free afternoon tea &<br />

cake<br />

Free wine served with<br />

dinner<br />

One free lunch voucher<br />

per person (per week)<br />

for Geilolia Mountain<br />

Base Restaurant<br />

Free Tree Top Walk &<br />

Zipline (see<br />

www.neilson.co.uk/<br />

Geilo for details)<br />

Unique and charming catered chalets<br />

located in the best resorts<br />

79


80<br />

NORWAY – GEILO<br />

THON HOTEL HIGHLAND<br />

Fully refurbished, the Hotel Highland is a modern hotel with stylish and<br />

colourful interiors. It is an ideal all round choice with plenty of<br />

relaxation space and great facilities including an indoor pool, sauna, hot<br />

tub and a brand new spa area. <strong>The</strong> hotel is conveniently situated in the<br />

centre of Geilo within walking distance of local amenities and 500m<br />

from the nearest lift. Geilolia ski centre is 2km away and is served by the<br />

ski bus which stops outside the hotel.<br />

FACILITIES†: Refurbished large<br />

comfortable lounge/bar area with<br />

open fireplace and regular live piano<br />

music, offering panoramic views of<br />

the slopes •Restaurant •Free use of<br />

indoor pool, sauna & hot tub •Free<br />

use of fitness room •Beauty &<br />

massage treatments •Golf simulator<br />

•Library •Free Wifi •Pool table<br />

FOR FAMILIES: Refurbished<br />

children's playroom •Special menus<br />

•Games room with TV<br />

ROOMS (2-4 PEOPLE): Recently<br />

refurbished Scandinavian twin<br />

rooms with contemporary interiors,<br />

some with a double sleeper sofa bed<br />

(1 adult or 2 children) with TV,<br />

hairdryer, bath or shower, wc. Single<br />

rooms with a shower are available at<br />

no supplement.<br />

GEILO APARTMENTS<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board. Extensive<br />

breakfast buffet and a choice of<br />

plated three course evening meal<br />

with occasional speciality buffet.<br />

Packed lunch available at a<br />

supplement. Christmas & New Year<br />

meals are included (smart dress<br />

required).<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 157<br />

PROPERTY CODE: Z20H04<br />

Centrally located apartments between both ski areas, approx. 1.5km<br />

from Geilolia ski centre. Both areas are serviced by the free ski bus<br />

which stops outside. <strong>The</strong> town centre is 100m away.<br />

FACILITIES†: Café/bar •Free use of<br />

indoor pool & sauna •Terrace •Free<br />

Wifi<br />

FOR FAMILIES: Play area<br />

ACCOMMODATION: Satellite TV,<br />

balcony, fully equiped kitchen,<br />

shower & wc. Bed linen, towels and<br />

end of stay cleaning (except kitchen<br />

and washing up) included.<br />

1 BEDROOM APARTMENTS (2-4<br />

PEOPLE): Twin bedroom or family<br />

bunk room (double bed with wall<br />

mounted single bed above) &<br />

double sleeper sofa in lounge.<br />

RESIDENCE GEILOLIA<br />

BOARD BASIS: Self Catering.<br />

PROPERTY CODE: Z20A04<br />

Recently refurbished, high standard apartments centrally situated just<br />

100m from Geilo village and 400m from the nearest slopes. <strong>The</strong> Geilolia<br />

Ski Centre, where Trollklubben, the resort-run créche is based and ski<br />

school meets is 1.7km away - a five minute bus ride which stops 50m<br />

away.<br />

FACILITIES†: Lounge area with<br />

open fire •TV lounge •Laundry<br />

•Heated ski room •Free use of sauna<br />

•Free Wifi<br />

FOR FAMILIES: Play room •Table<br />

tennis<br />

ACCOMMODATION: Open-plan<br />

lounge/dining area with flat screen<br />

TV, free Wifi, sofa bed, kitchen<br />

equipped with oven, dishwasher,<br />

fridge/ freezer and coffee machine,<br />

shower and wc. Bed linen, towels<br />

and end of stay cleaning (except<br />

kitchen & washing up) included.<br />

TWO BEDROOM APARTMENTS(2-<br />

5 PEOPLE): Double bedroom and a<br />

bunk room.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Self Catering.<br />

PROPERTY CODE: Z20A09<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk/geilo call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

Neilson Rating ••••<br />

WELLNESS AREA<br />

INDOOR POOL<br />

GOOD FOR GROUPS<br />

FREE CHILD PLACES<br />

FOUR OR MORE<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free use of indoor pool,<br />

sauna & hot tub<br />

New spa area with 6<br />

treatment rooms<br />

Free after dinner tea &<br />

coffee<br />

Nil supplement for<br />

single rooms<br />

Special discount 2-5yrs:<br />

£250HS; £150LS<br />

Neilson Rating •••+<br />

INDOOR POOL<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free use of indoor pool<br />

& sauna<br />

Free welcome pack<br />

including bread, tea,<br />

coffee, milk, sugar, jam,<br />

cheese & juice<br />

Christmas week guests<br />

receive a tree &<br />

decorations<br />

VALUE<br />

No frills accommodation at a cheaper price<br />

– where it's the skiing that really counts!<br />

Neilson Rating ••••<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free welcome pack on<br />

arrival including bread,<br />

butter, jam, coffee,<br />

water, tea, milk, juice,<br />

sugar & cheese<br />

One free lunch voucher<br />

per person (per week)<br />

for Geilolia Mountain<br />

Base restaurant<br />

Christmas tree<br />

decorations provided<br />

for Christmas arrivals


Basic Holiday Prices in £s per adult from<br />

the amounts shown.<br />

Vestlia Resort<br />

DR HOLMS HOTEL<br />

<strong>The</strong> Dr Holms enjoys a prime location 150m from the resort centre,<br />

situated between the Slaata and Geilo Taubane lifts and 2km from<br />

Geilolia ski centre. <strong>The</strong> hotel has invested a substantial amount into<br />

improving its facilities, including a brand new wing housing a bar,<br />

bowling alley, diner & larger spa & wellness centre. For evenings in,<br />

choose between the cosy, lounge bar with roaring log fire, sophisticated<br />

library room or one of Geilo’s liveliest bars. A popular hotel offering<br />

excellent service and a relaxed atmosphere. <strong>The</strong> ski bus stops just<br />

outside the hotel.<br />

FACILITIES†: Two lounges •Two<br />

bars with open fire •Restaurant<br />

•Brasserie à la carte restaurant<br />

•Café/diner •Bowling alley •Wine<br />

cellar •Terrace •Ski storage •Free<br />

Wifi<br />

SPA FEATURES†: Free use of<br />

wellness area with swimming pools,<br />

steam room, sauna, indoor &<br />

outdoor hot tub & fitness room.<br />

Spinning & step classes. Shiseido<br />

Spa centre offering endless current<br />

pool, indoor & outdoor hot tubs, 11<br />

treatment rooms, a full range of<br />

body, facial & massage treatments,<br />

spa lounge & relax room<br />

Important information about spa<br />

facilities - see page 375.<br />

FOR FAMILIES: Free use of<br />

children’s pool •Games room<br />

•Special menus •Baby listening<br />

service •Playroom<br />

ROOMS (2-4 PEOPLE):<br />

Scandinavian twin rooms with<br />

double sofa bed (suitable for 1 adult<br />

or 2 children), minibar, cable TV,<br />

telephone, satellite TV, radio bath or<br />

shower & wc. Single room with<br />

shower at a supplement.<br />

SPECIAL OFFER – 2 FOR 1 EQUIPMENT OFFER – SELECTED DATES APPLY<br />

20 Dec- 27 Dec- 03 Jan- 24 Jan- 07 Feb- 14 Feb- 21 Feb- 07 Mar- 21 Mar- 28 Mar- 04 Apr- 11 Apr-<br />

Nts 26 Dec 02 Jan 23 Jan 06 Feb 13 Feb 20 Feb 06 Mar 20 Mar 27 Mar 03 Apr 10 Apr 18 Apr<br />

Supplements in £s per person per night from:<br />

(Unless otherwise stated)<br />

A handpicked selection of hotels<br />

offering first class spa facilities<br />

Family Annexe Room 2/4: 3rd & 4th Adult redn. £13<br />

Z20H01 Half Board Family Annexe Room 2/4 7 899 965 695 725 735 1069 729 725 725 755 959 849<br />

35%<br />

Spa Wing Room 2/3 7 1265 1335 895 925 939 1419 1145 925 925 959 1309 1049<br />

Main Hotel Room 2/4 7 1155 1219 829 859 869 1305 1029 859 859 889 1195 985<br />

Spa Wing Room 2/3: Hallings. Suite £91, Spa Wing Suite<br />

£89, 3rd & 4th Adult redn. £20<br />

Main Hotel Room 2/4: 3rd & 4th Adult redn. £18<br />

Forest Cabins<br />

Z20A03 Self Catering Cabin 2/6 7 579 639 335 359 379 699 439 385 385 499 569 449<br />

Cabin 2/6: 5 share £3, 4 share £8, 3 share £17, 2 share £33<br />

10%<br />

Hotel Ustedalen<br />

Z20H03 Half Board Room 2/4 7 835 899 515 549 685 995 589 579 579 759 759 699<br />

Room 2/4: Full Board £5, Sole use of twin £51, 3rd & 4th<br />

Adult redn. £10<br />

45%<br />

Forest Chalet I<br />

Z20C00 Chalet Board Chalet 7 779 799 389 419 555 879 559 519 549 599 669 589<br />

Chalet: Sole use of twin £18<br />

25%<br />

Forest Chalet II<br />

Z20C01 Chalet Board Chalet 7 799 839 395 439 579 959 589 539 565 625 699 605<br />

Chalet: Sole use of twin £22, Attic room redn. £1<br />

25%<br />

Forest Chalet III<br />

Z20C02 Chalet Board Chalet 7 799 839 395 439 579 959 589 539 565 625 699 605<br />

Chalet: Sole use of twin £22, Attic room redn. £1<br />

25%<br />

Forest Chalet IV<br />

Z20C03 Chalet Board Chalet 7 779 799 389 419 555 879 559 519 549 599 669 589<br />

Chalet: Sole use of twin £18<br />

25%<br />

Hotel Highland<br />

Z20H04 Half Board Room 2/4 7 1129 1209 825 859 875 1299 869 859 859 899 1199 979<br />

Room 2/4: Full Board £5, Sole use of twin £89, 3rd & 4th<br />

Adult redn. £18<br />

45%<br />

Geilo Apartments<br />

Z20A04 Self Catering Apt 2/4 7 469 589 309 345 359 679 409 345 345 - 579 439<br />

Apt 2/4: 3 share £4, 2 share £13<br />

10%<br />

Residence Geilolia<br />

Z20A09 Self Catering Apt 2/5 7 545 605 315 339 359 659 415 365 365 469 559 449<br />

Apt 2/5: 4 share £3, 3 share £9, 2 share £20<br />

10%<br />

Dr Holms Hotel<br />

Z20H06 Half Board Room 2/4 7 1239 1319 859 895 909 1389 905 895 895 1169 1079 -<br />

Room 2/4: Single room £24, Deluxe room £59, Royal Suite<br />

£100, 3rd & 4th Adult redn. £20<br />

35%<br />

Prices are a guide only & will be confirmed on enquiry. Adult prices in £ sterling start from the amounts shown & apply to selected flight departures between each date range based on current charges & costs. Prices may go up or down & supplements (e.g. flight &/or fuel), or reductions may apply. Supplements ‘from’ are based on low season dates. For full details on how to price your holiday, charges,<br />

supplements & surcharges see ‘Your Holiday Price’ page 368. For important Holiday Information & Booking Conditions see pages 368 - 385. †Some facilities may incur a local charge. LOW 13-19Dec,03-30Jan,14Mar-03Apr.MID 31 Jan - 13 Feb, 21 Feb - 13 Mar, 27 Mar - 18 Apr. HIGH 20 Dec - 02 Jan, 14 - 20 Feb. NS081a<br />

LIFT PASS (6 DAYS) LS HS <strong>SKI</strong>ER’S PACK (6 DAYS) LS HS <strong>SNOWBOARD</strong>ER’S PACK (6 DAYS) LS HS <strong>SKI</strong>/BOARD EQUIPMENT (6 DAYS) ADULT YOUTH* CHILD* <strong>SKI</strong>/BOARD TUITION<br />

Adult (16-61yrs) ......................................... £109 £155<br />

Youth (7-15yrs) ........................................... £85 £115<br />

Senior (62yrs+) .......................................... £85 £115<br />

HS-20Dec-09Jan,14Feb-13Mar,28Mar-03Apr.LS-<br />

All other dates. Lift pass covers Geilo, Gelolia and Kikut ski<br />

area. Free lift pass for children 0-6yrs. Includes handsfree<br />

keycard.<br />

Adult - Complete Beginner†† ..................... £275 £339<br />

Adult - Intermediate ................................... £319 £365<br />

Youth - Complete Beginner†† ..................... £269 £295<br />

Youth - Intermediate .................................. £289 £305<br />

Ski Pack Ages: Adult = 16yrs+, Youth = 7-15 yrs Includes:<br />

4 days x 80mins tuition, 6 days lift pass & 6 days standard ski<br />

& boot hire. HS - 20 Dec - 09 Jan, 14 Feb - 13 Mar, 28 Mar -<br />

03 Apr. LS - All other dates. Includes handsfree keycard.<br />

Adult - Complete Beginner†† ..................... £325 £349<br />

Adult - Intermediate ................................... £335 £359<br />

Youth - Complete Beginner†† ..................... £285 £295<br />

Youth - Intermediate .................................. £295 £299<br />

Snowboard Pack Ages: Adult = 16yrs+, Youth = 9-15yrs<br />

Includes: 4 days x 80mins tuition, 6 days lift pass & 6 days<br />

standard snowboard & boot hire. HS - 20 Dec - 09 Jan, 14<br />

Feb - 13 Mar, 28 Mar - 03 Apr. LS - All other dates. Includes<br />

handsfree keycard.<br />

Skis & boots standard ...................... £95 £69 £59<br />

Skis & boots superior ....................... £115 - -<br />

Skis only standard ............................ £85 £55 £49<br />

Skis only superior ............................. £99 - -<br />

Snowboard & boots standard ......... £89 £75 -<br />

Snowboard only standard ............... £80 £65 -<br />

Cross country skis and boots ........... £89 £69 £55<br />

Helmet ** ........................................ - FREE FREE<br />

*Child skis & boots = 3-6yrs, *Youth skis & boots = 7-15yrs,<br />

*Youth board & boots = 8-15yrs.<br />

**Child & youth equipment hire includes helmet hire.<br />

Ski school (4x80mins) ................................................. £125<br />

Ski kindergarten (4x80mins) ....................................... £85<br />

Snowboard school (4x80mins) ................................... £125<br />

Ski kindergarten = 4-6yrs. Ski school = 7yrs+. Snowboard<br />

school = 9yrs+.<br />

GEILO <strong>SKI</strong> PACK<br />

GEILO – NORWAY<br />

DELUXE ROOMS (2-4 PEOPLE):<br />

Deluxe rooms with a Scandinavian<br />

twin bedroom, lounge area with<br />

double sofa bed & bathroom with<br />

bath or shower & wc available on<br />

request at a supplement. Larger<br />

Royal Suite with one double<br />

bedroom, a lounge & French<br />

windows on request at a<br />

supplement.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board. Hot &<br />

cold breakfast buffet & buffet style<br />

or set three course evening meal.<br />

Christmas & New Year meals<br />

included. (Smart dress required).<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 127<br />

PROPERTY CODE: Z20H06<br />

Neilson Rating ••••+<br />

IMPORTANT: †† Complete beginner = Ability Level 0, Intermediate = Ability Level 1-4. Ability levels must be stated at the time of booking - see page 13 for details. Special Offers may be withdrawn at any time. Prices are in £s and are approximate - please see reservation system, our website or call us for more details.<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk/geilo call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

<strong>SKI</strong> TO YOUR DOOR<br />

WELLNESS AREA<br />

INDOOR POOL<br />

GOOD FOR GROUPS<br />

FOUR OR MORE<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free use of indoor pool,<br />

steam room, sauna &<br />

hot tubs<br />

Special discount 2-5yrs:<br />

£150HS; £50LS<br />

Child %<br />

discount<br />

81


82<br />

NORWAY – LILLEHAMMER/ HAFJELL<br />

“…Off the slopes the<br />

area has a wealth<br />

of family-orientated<br />

activities on offer.”<br />

Fair Excellent<br />

BEGINNERS<br />

INTERMEDIATES<br />

ADVANCED<br />

OFF-PISTE<br />

NON <strong>SKI</strong>ERS<br />

FAMILIES<br />

NIGHTLIFE<br />

MOUNTAIN<br />

Skiing Altitude 230m–830m<br />

Resort Altitude 230m<br />

Pistes 40km<br />

Number of Runs 30<br />

35% 30% 23% 12%<br />

Number of lifts 15<br />

Drags 11 / Chairs 3 / Gondolas 1<br />

Longest Run 4.5km<br />

Direction of Slopes N,S,E,W<br />

Terrain Parks yes<br />

Cross Country Trails 350km<br />

Night Skiing yes<br />

Mountain Restaurants 6<br />

Snowmaking 80%<br />

Resort Ski Bus yes<br />

FAMILY<br />

Babycare 1-23 months<br />

Crèche 2-7yrs<br />

Ski Kindergaten 4-6yrs<br />

See page 373 or neilson.co.uk/<br />

childcare for more info.<br />

TRAVEL<br />

Departure Airports<br />

Heathrow & Manchester<br />

Destination Airports<br />

Oslo International<br />

Season 20 Dec–11 Apr<br />

Departure Day Sunday<br />

Flight Guide See page 385<br />

Transfer Time 2hrs<br />

Private taxi transfers available -<br />

please call us for details<br />

Please note: Transfers from Oslo<br />

Airport are on Norway’s efficient and<br />

direct train service to Lillehammer,<br />

passing through stunning scenery<br />

along the way. From there you will be<br />

transferred to your accommodation<br />

by car/bus.<br />

TRAIN TRANSFER FROM OSLO • GOOD FOR FAMILIES<br />

Situated 180km north of Norway’s<br />

capital, Oslo and host to the Winter<br />

Olympics in 1994, Lillehammer<br />

boasts a great range of resort facilities<br />

including a wide range of shops, bars<br />

and restaurants, and an endless list of<br />

activities. <strong>The</strong> main ski area is situated<br />

in Hafjell, 15km from Lillehammer<br />

town centre – Neilson offers<br />

accommodation in both centres. <strong>The</strong><br />

ski area caters well for beginners,<br />

intermediates and families with<br />

excellent English-speaking instructors,<br />

uncrowded slopes and a wide range<br />

of gentle runs. More advanced skiers<br />

and boarders will appreciate the<br />

challenging Olympic runs and the<br />

well-maintained terrain park. Off the<br />

slopes the area has a wealth of<br />

activities on offer, including the<br />

magical Hunderfossen Winter Park,<br />

the Olympic bobsleigh and luge<br />

track, dogsledding, snowmobiling<br />

and moose safaris to name just a few.<br />

For an all-round, unforgettable winter<br />

experience this destination fits the bill<br />

for both skiers and non-skiers, and is<br />

particularly suited to families and<br />

beginners.<br />

LIFT PASS & TUITION<br />

PRICE PROMISE<br />

See page 371<br />

ACTIVITIES<br />

MOOSE SAFARI<br />

• Tobogganing<br />

Join an evening safari in the<br />

• Lazerland<br />

mountains with the possibility<br />

• Airboarding<br />

of spotting a moose in its<br />

• Snowshoeing<br />

natural habitat. Setting off at<br />

• Nightskiing<br />

dusk, when the moose are<br />

• Olympic Bobsleigh & Luge Track drawn to their feeding spots,<br />

• Dogsledding<br />

the chances of seeing this<br />

• Hunderfossen Winter Park<br />

majestic animal are at its best.<br />

• Ice Fishing<br />

• Horse Drawn Sleigh Rides<br />

PLAY ARENA<br />

• Swimming Pool<br />

<strong>The</strong> Play Arena in Hafjell<br />

• Cinema<br />

features a range of activities and<br />

playrooms for children aged 0-<br />

LILLEHAMMER OLYMPIC PARK<br />

12 years. Guaranteed fun for<br />

<strong>The</strong> Olympic Park is spread across five the little ones.<br />

of the main sites used for the Olympic<br />

Games and offers a wide range of<br />

SNOWMOBILING<br />

activities including tobogganing, Want to get your adrenaline<br />

bobsleighing and a sports centre. going? Why not join an<br />

organised snowmobiling tour<br />

through the snow covered<br />

forests surrounding Hafjell.


Hotel room<br />

Hotel room<br />

Cabin<br />

LILLEHAMMER/HAFJELL – NORWAY<br />

QUALITY HOTEL & RESORT HUNDERFOSSEN &<br />

HUNDERFOSSEN CABINS (HAFJELL)<br />

Situated on the lake’s edge, only 400m from the magical world of<br />

Hunderfossen Winter Park, the hotel and cabins are furnished to a high<br />

standard in a traditional Norwegian style. Hafjell ski area is 3km away<br />

and is served by the free ski bus which stops outside the complex.<br />

Lillehammer town centre is 15km away.<br />

FACILITIES†: Two restaurants •Bar<br />

•Lounge •Free use of sauna •Free<br />

use of fitness room •Wifi<br />

ROOMS (2-3 PEOPLE): Twin rooms,<br />

some with a double sleeper sofa bed<br />

(suitable for 1 adult or 2 children)<br />

with cable TV, telephone, wifi,<br />

shower and wc.<br />

HOTEL BOARD BASIS: Half Board.<br />

Buffet breakfast and evening meal.<br />

CABINS (2-6 PEOPLE): Two<br />

bedroom cabin with one twin room<br />

and a room with two sets of bunks,<br />

spacious lounge, cable TV, fully<br />

equipped kitchen, bathroom with<br />

shower and wc. Bed linen, towels<br />

and end of stay cleaning (except<br />

kitchen & washing up) included.<br />

Cabin interior<br />

Apartments interior Apartments<br />

CABINS BOARD BASIS: Self<br />

Catering. Breakfast & Evening Meal<br />

option available at a supplement<br />

(except for 12 & 19 Dec arrivals).<br />

HOTEL CODE: Z10H01<br />

APARTMENTS CODE: Z10A01<br />

HOTEL BIRKEBEINEREN & APARTMENTS<br />

(LILLEHAMMER)<br />

Situated in beautiful surroundings in the Olympic Park and only 700m<br />

from the centre of Lillehammer, Birkebeineren Hotel & Apartments<br />

offers cosy and comfortable accommodation, ideal for families and<br />

couples. A local ski bus serves Hafjell ski centre 15km away.<br />

FACILITIES†: Lounge with TV &<br />

fireplace •Dining room •Sauna •Free<br />

Wifi •Laundry<br />

ROOMS (2-4 PEOPLE): Twin or<br />

double rooms with a double sleeper<br />

sofa (sleeping 1 adult or 2 children),<br />

fridge, free Wifi access, TV, hairdryer,<br />

telephone, shower and wc. Single<br />

rooms available at a supplement.<br />

HOTEL BOARD BASIS: Bed &<br />

Breakfast.<br />

APARTMENTS<br />

ACCOMMODATION: Large lounge<br />

area with TV, free Wifi, fully<br />

equipped kitchen with dining table,<br />

two bathrooms with shower & wc,<br />

ski locker and a balcony or terrace.<br />

Bed linen, towels and end of stay<br />

cleaning (except kitchen & washing<br />

up) included.<br />

3 BEDROOM APARTMENTS (2-4<br />

PEOPLE): Situated behind the hotel,<br />

three-bedroom apartments with a<br />

double room and two bunk rooms.<br />

3 BEDROOM APARTMENTS (5-6<br />

PEOPLE): Exactly as above.<br />

APARTMENTS BOARD BASIS: Self<br />

Catering. Breakfast option at a<br />

supplement.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 48<br />

HOTEL CODE: Z11H02<br />

APARTMENTS CODE: Z11A00<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk/lillehammerhafjell call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

Neilson Rating •••<br />

FOUR OR MORE<br />

FREE CHILD PLACES<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Special discount 2-5yrs:<br />

£250HS; £150LS<br />

Neilson Rating •••<br />

FOUR OR MORE<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Special discount 2-5yrs:<br />

£250HS; £150LS<br />

83


84<br />

NORWAY – LILLEHAMMER/HAFJELL<br />

RADISSON SAS HOTEL LILLEHAMMER<br />

(LILLEHAMMER)<br />

This traditional hotel offers good facilities and a comfortable<br />

atmosphere for its guests and is ideally situated in its own private park<br />

just a short walk from the Olympic park and 600m from the centre of<br />

Lillehammer. A free ski bus serves the Hafjell ski area 15km away.<br />

FACILITIES†: Two restaurants •Four<br />

bars •Live music six nights a week<br />

•Free use of indoor pool •Free use of<br />

sauna & hot tub •Free use of fitness<br />

room •Free Wifi in lobby area<br />

FOR FAMILIES: Children’s playroom<br />

ROOMS (2-4 PEOPLE): Twin rooms<br />

with double sofa bed (sleeping 1<br />

adult or 2 children) with minibar,<br />

cable TV, hairdryer, shower and wc.<br />

Single rooms are available at a<br />

supplement.<br />

SUPERIOR ROOMS (2-4 PEOPLE):<br />

Double rooms with double sofa bed<br />

(sleeping 1 adult or 2 children) with<br />

Wifi, pay & cable TV, bathrobe,<br />

hairdryer, slippers, fruit basket, daily<br />

newspaper, minibar, shower and wc.<br />

Available at a supplement.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board. Breakfast<br />

& dinner are buffet style or three<br />

course set menu.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 303<br />

PROPERTY CODE: Z11H00<br />

QUALITY HOTEL & RESORT HAFJELL (HAFJELL)<br />

Built for the 1994 Winter Olympics, the cosy and traditional hotel is<br />

situated on the outskirts of Hafjell village, 700m from the ski area and<br />

ski school meeting point. Lillehammer town centre is 15km away and is<br />

accessible by the free ski bus which stops 100m away.<br />

FACILITIES†: Restaurant<br />

•Bar/lounge area •Free use of indoor<br />

pool •Wifi •Library<br />

FOR FAMILIES: Children’s playroom<br />

•Children’s menu •Children’s checkin<br />

ROOMS (2-3 PEOPLE): Twin rooms<br />

that can take an extra bed (mattress<br />

on the floor - suitable for child only)<br />

with TV, free Wifi, hairdryer, shower<br />

and wc. Double rooms for sole use<br />

occupancy are available at no<br />

supplement.<br />

ROOMS (2-4 PEOPLE):<br />

Interconnecting twin rooms as<br />

above.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board. Buffet<br />

breakfast & two course evening<br />

meal.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 210<br />

PROPERTY CODE: Z10H00<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk/lillehammerhafjell call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

Neilson Rating ••••<br />

INDOOR POOL<br />

FOUR OR MORE<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free use of indoor pool,<br />

sauna & hot tub<br />

Special discount 2-5yrs:<br />

£250HS; £150LS<br />

Neilson Rating •••<br />

INDOOR POOL<br />

GOOD FOR FAMILIES<br />

FAMILY ROOMS<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free use of indoor pool<br />

& sauna<br />

No single room<br />

supplement<br />

Special discount 2-5yrs:<br />

£250HS; £150LS


Restaurant<br />

Basic Holiday Prices in £s per adult from<br />

the amounts shown.<br />

Quality Hotel & Resort Hunderfossen<br />

20 Dec- 27 Dec- 03 Jan- 24 Jan- 07 Feb- 14 Feb- 21 Feb- 07 Mar- 21 Mar- 28 Mar- 04 Apr- 11 Apr-<br />

Nts 26 Dec 02 Jan 23 Jan 06 Feb 13 Feb 20 Feb 06 Mar 20 Mar 27 Mar 03 Apr 10 Apr 18 Apr<br />

Supplements in £s per person per night from:<br />

(Unless otherwise stated)<br />

Room 2/4: 3rd & 4th Adult redn. £11, Twin for sole use £30<br />

Z10H01 Half Board Room 2/4 7 - 995 719 755 779 1039 779 769 769 769 869 809<br />

35%<br />

Hunderfossen Cabins<br />

Z10A01 Self Catering Cabin 2/6 7 519 589 359 389 435 699 409 399 399 445 579 519<br />

Apt 2/6: Breakfast £10, Evening Meal £29, 5 share £3,<br />

4 share £7, 3 share £14, 2 share £27<br />

10%<br />

Hotel Birkebeineren<br />

Z11H02 Bed & Breakfast Room 2/4 7 769 829 559 645 659 - 655 - 645 689 829 719<br />

Room 2/4: Single room £14<br />

35%<br />

Birkebeineren Apartments<br />

Apt 2/4: Breakfast £12, 3 share £8, 2 share £24<br />

Z11A00 Self Catering Apt 2/4 7 559 639 389 439 465 - 459 - 449 - - 539<br />

10%<br />

Apt 5/6 7 549 629 379 429 455 - 449 - 439 - - 529<br />

Apt 5/6: Breakfast £12, 5 share £4<br />

Hotel Radisson SAS<br />

Z11H00 Half Board Room 2/4 7 899 1019 749 755 765 1099 709 779 699 829 879 839<br />

Room 2/4: Single room £27, Sole use of twin £69, Superior<br />

room £15, 3rd & 4th Adult redn. £12<br />

35%<br />

Quality Hotel & Resort Hafjell<br />

Z10H00 Half Board Room 2/3 7 859 929 699 739 755 999 749 739 739 789 925 865<br />

35%<br />

Hotel Mølla<br />

Room 2/3: Half Board £26, Sole use of twin £24<br />

Z11H03 Bed & Breakfast Room 2/3 7 779 849 569 605 619 885 625 659 659 709 899 729<br />

25%<br />

Prices are a guide only & will be confirmed on enquiry. Adult prices in £ sterling start from the amounts shown & apply to selected flight departures between each date range based on current charges & costs. Prices may go up or down & supplements (e.g. flight &/or fuel), or reductions may apply. Supplements ‘from’ are based on low season dates. For full details on how to price your holiday, charges,<br />

supplements & surcharges see ‘Your Holiday Price’ page 368. For important Holiday Information & Booking Conditions see pages 368 - 385. †Some facilities may incur a local charge. LOW 13-19Dec,03-30Jan,14Mar-03Apr.MID 31 Jan - 13 Feb, 21 Feb - 13 Mar, 27 Mar - 18 Apr. HIGH 20 Dec - 02 Jan, 14 - 20 Feb. NS085a<br />

LIFT PASS (6 DAYS) LS HS<br />

Adult (16-64yrs) ......................................... £135 £145<br />

Child (8-15yrs) ............................................ £99 £109<br />

Senior (65yrs+) .......................................... £99 £109<br />

HS-20Dec-9Jan,14Feb-1Mar,14Mar-17Apr.<br />

LS - All other dates. Lift pass covers Hafjell ski area. Free lift<br />

pass for children 0-7yrs, keycard deposit must be paid locally.<br />

Children wearing a helmet and accompanied by skiing adults<br />

do not require a lift pass.<br />

<strong>SKI</strong>ER’S PACK (6 DAYS) LS HS<br />

Adult - Complete Beginner†† ..................... £269 £285<br />

Adult - Intermediate ................................... £279 £295<br />

Child - Complete Beginner†† ...................... £229 £239<br />

Child - Intermediate .................................... £235 £249<br />

Ski Pack Ages: Adult = 16yrs+, Child = 7-15yrs<br />

Includes: 4 days x 90mins tuition, 6 days lift pass & 6 days<br />

standard ski & boot hire. Includes handsfree keycard. HS - 20<br />

Dec - 9 Jan, 14 Feb - 1 Mar, 14 Mar - 17 Apr. LS - All other<br />

dates.<br />

LILLEHAMMER/HAFJELL – NORWAY<br />

HOTEL MØLLA (LILLEHAMMER)<br />

This charming, cosy hotel was once the historic Lillehammer mill house.<br />

It boasts a great location in the centre of Lillehammer with local shops,<br />

bars and restaurants all nearby. <strong>The</strong> in-house bar offers excellent views<br />

from the top of the old mill house and is a popular meeting place in the<br />

evenings. Hafjell ski area is 15km away and is served by a local ski bus.<br />

FACILITIES†: Restaurant •Rooftop<br />

bar •Wifi<br />

ROOMS (2-3 PEOPLE): Twin rooms,<br />

some with flatscreen TV, free Wifi,<br />

shower and wc. Some rooms can<br />

sleep a third person (child only).<br />

Double rooms for sole use available<br />

at a supplement. Interconnecting<br />

rooms available on request.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Bed & Breakfast.<br />

Breakfast is buffet style. Half Board<br />

option with an extensive choice of<br />

main courses available at a<br />

supplement.<br />

HUNDERFOSSEN WINTER PARK<br />

<strong>SNOWBOARD</strong>ER’S PACK (6 DAYS) LS HS<br />

Adult - Complete Beginner†† ..................... £279 £295<br />

Adult - Intermediate ................................... £289 £305<br />

Child - Complete Beginner†† ...................... £239 £249<br />

Child - Intermediate .................................... £249 £259<br />

Snowboard Pack Ages: Adult = 16yrs+, Child = 8-15yrs<br />

Includes: 4 days x 90mins tuition, 6 days lift pass & 6 days<br />

standard snowboard & boot hire. Includes handsfree keycard.<br />

HS-20Dec-9Jan,14Feb-1Mar,14Mar-17Apr.LS-<br />

All other dates.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 58<br />

PROPERTY CODE: Z11H03<br />

<strong>SKI</strong>/BOARD EQUIPMENT (6 DAYS) ADULT CHILD *<br />

Skis & boots standard ................................. £85 £55<br />

Skis & boots superior .................................. £109 -<br />

Skis only standard ...................................... £75 £45<br />

Skis only superior ....................................... £99 -<br />

Snowboard & boots standard .................... £85 £55<br />

Snowboard only standard .......................... £75 £45<br />

Cross country skis and boots ...................... £75 £45<br />

Helmet ........................................................ £11 £11<br />

* Child skis & boots = 3-15yrs, * Child board & boots =<br />

8-15yrs.<br />

Neilson Rating •••<br />

Visit the magical and enchanting Hunderfossen Winter Park. Magically lit with a fairytale theme, ice<br />

sculptures, outdoor fireplaces and Troll walks are dotted around the park. Inside, you’ll find a wide<br />

range of activities on offer for all ages, most of which are included in the entrance fee. <strong>The</strong> park also<br />

offers souvenir shops and a restaurant.<br />

ACTIVITIES INCLUDE:<br />

•Snowrafting<br />

•Quad biking<br />

•Mini snowmobiles<br />

•Curling<br />

•Ice bowling<br />

•Gladiator<br />

•Horse-drawn sleigh rides<br />

•Fireworks display<br />

•High ropes course<br />

•Ice Hotel<br />

Please note: This excursion is<br />

bookable locally through our rep. <strong>The</strong><br />

park plans to open 30th Dec 09 - 6th<br />

Mar 10. Opening times vary<br />

throughout the season. Please check<br />

www.vinterparken.no for more details.<br />

Age and height limits are applicable on<br />

some activities. All activities are subject<br />

to weather conditions and minimum<br />

numbers.<br />

ICE HOTEL:<br />

Stay overnight in Scandinavia’s<br />

southernmost Ice Hotel situated in the<br />

heart of the Winter Park. <strong>The</strong> Ice Hotel<br />

is a unique building made entirely of<br />

ice and snow. <strong>The</strong> ice rooms are<br />

beautifully decorated and you will be<br />

provided with a sleeping bag and<br />

reindeer skin to keep you warm<br />

throughout the night.<br />

Please note: This excursion is<br />

bookable locally through our rep. <strong>The</strong><br />

Ice Hotel plans to open 13 Feb 10 - 6<br />

Mar 10. Opening times vary. Please<br />

check www.vinterparken.no for more<br />

details. Subject to weather conditions<br />

and minimum numbers.<br />

Child %<br />

discount<br />

<strong>SKI</strong>/BOARD TUITION<br />

Adult ski school (4x90mins) ........................................ £79<br />

Child ski school (4x90mins) ........................................ £79<br />

Snowboard school (4x90mins) ................................... £85<br />

Child ski school = 4-15yrs. Snowboard school = 8yrs+.<br />

LILLEHAMMER/ HAFJELL <strong>SKI</strong> PACK<br />

IMPORTANT: †† Complete beginner = Ability Level 0, Intermediate = Ability Level 1-4. Ability levels must be stated at the time of booking - see page 13 for details. Special Offers may be withdrawn at any time. Prices are in £s and are approximate - please see reservation system, our website or call us for more details.<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk/lillehammerhafjell call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Special discount 2-5yrs:<br />

£250HS; £150LS<br />

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86<br />

WELCOME TO SWEDEN<br />

Sweden offers a refreshing<br />

change from crowded resorts in<br />

the Alps. You’ll be struck by the<br />

beauty of its unspoilt, snowcovered<br />

landscapes. This is the<br />

place to come for an all-round<br />

winter experience where a huge<br />

array of non-ski activities are on<br />

offer including snowmobile<br />

safaris, ice fishing, dog sledding<br />

and ice climbing. Add great<br />

standards of accommodation<br />

into the mix and you have a very<br />

attractive winter destination.<br />

• Legislation means that smoking is<br />

not permitted in any indoor<br />

places including hotels, bars,<br />

restaurants and nightclubs.<br />

• Swedish accommodation<br />

commonly features ‘Scandinavian<br />

twins’ which are two separate<br />

mattresses and bases sharing a<br />

common headboard which can<br />

be made up as a double or two<br />

twins. ‘Family bunk rooms’ are<br />

another feature of Swedish<br />

rooms. <strong>The</strong>se comprise of a<br />

smaller double bed with a wallmounted<br />

bunk bed normally<br />

positioned above the headboard<br />

– sometimes the bunk is of a fold<br />

down configuration.<br />

• Remember to take your driving<br />

licence if you’re planning to go<br />

snowmobiling or ice driving - it’s<br />

Swedish law that you must show<br />

it.<br />

• Swedish cuisine is particularly<br />

meat and fish based - expect to<br />

see deer, moose and salted fish<br />

on the menu as well as more<br />

familiar beef, lamb, chicken and<br />

fresh fish dishes. Preserves such as<br />

lingonberry or cloudberry jam are<br />

popular and a tasty compliment<br />

to rich meat dishes. Note,<br />

evening meals tend to be a set<br />

menu rather than a choice of<br />

dishes.<br />

• Bed linen and towels are normally<br />

provided in cabins and<br />

apartments but be prepared to<br />

make your own beds on arrival.<br />

• Standard check in time in Sweden<br />

is 4pm.<br />

Åre 87-91<br />

Vemdalen 92-95<br />

Pristine landscapes, snowsure slopes<br />

and friendly service<br />

Åre<br />

OSTERSUND<br />

NORWAY O<br />

SWEDEN<br />

OSTERSUND<br />

Vemdalen


<strong>SKI</strong> LEADING • GOOD FOR FAMILIES (ÅREBJÖRNEN & DUVED)<br />

ACTIVITIES<br />

• Dogsledding<br />

• Tobogganing<br />

• Ice Driving<br />

• Ice Karting<br />

• Ice Fishing<br />

• Icelandic Pony Treks<br />

• Night Skiing (Dec-Feb)<br />

• Cross-country Skiing<br />

• Parapenting<br />

• Day trips to Trondheim<br />

• Kiteskiing<br />

THE ULTIMATE ADRENALINE<br />

RUSH<br />

Hanging 90 metres up in the air<br />

and reaching speeds of up to<br />

DUVED<br />

4<br />

Mullfjället<br />

1036m<br />

Tegefjäll<br />

100km/hr, Åre’s Zip Line ensures you’ll<br />

feel the adrenaline pump!<br />

TÄNNFORSEN FROZEN WATERFALL<br />

& ICE CAVES<br />

A short scenic bus ride to Tännforsen,<br />

followed by a gentle stroll along the<br />

river to Europe’s largest frozen<br />

waterfall where you’ll find a magical<br />

ice cave situated underneath.<br />

SNOWMOBILE SAFARI<br />

For an adrenaline injection, join this<br />

snowmobiling safari, zipping across<br />

the frozen lake and via snow tracks to<br />

the peak of the mountain opposite<br />

where you’ll be amazed by the<br />

stunning views.<br />

Kallsjön<br />

ÅRE TEGEFJÄLL<br />

Västerskut<br />

Åre is a unique resort, receiving the<br />

worldwide attention it deserves since<br />

hosting the 2007 World<br />

Championships. <strong>The</strong> resort stretches<br />

10km along a frozen lake and enjoys<br />

a beautiful setting amid low sweeping<br />

mountains and snow-covered forests.<br />

<strong>The</strong> resort has four small centres and<br />

ski areas each suited to different<br />

holiday needs. This is where you can<br />

really experience the thrill of winter<br />

activities. Imagine yourself gliding<br />

along snowy trails in a sled drawn by<br />

huskies or racing across a frozen lake<br />

on your own snowmobile. Evenings<br />

Toppstugan<br />

1428m<br />

4<br />

4<br />

ÅRE FJÄLLBY<br />

4<br />

ÅRE<br />

4<br />

Blåsten<br />

4<br />

can be pure relaxation in one of the<br />

spa centres, à la carte dining or<br />

sophisticated cocktails in one of Åre’s<br />

many bars and restaurants. For those<br />

with the energy, live bands and DJs in<br />

several bars and clubs mean you can<br />

enjoy ‘after-ski’ the Swedish way.<br />

People are beginning to discover just<br />

how much is on offer here. Not just<br />

the warm, genuine hospitality, high<br />

quality accommodation and snowsure<br />

skiing, but a wealth of winter<br />

experiences waiting to be tried.<br />

Huså<br />

LIFT PASS & TUITION<br />

PRICE PROMISE<br />

See page 371<br />

Fröåtjärn<br />

551m<br />

Förberget<br />

731m<br />

ÅRE BJORNEN<br />

ÅRE – SWEDEN<br />

“…Experience the<br />

thrill of winter<br />

activities… gliding<br />

along snowy trails<br />

with your team of<br />

huskies or racing<br />

across a frozen lake<br />

on your own<br />

snowmobile.”<br />

Fair Excellent<br />

BEGINNERS<br />

INTERMEDIATES<br />

ADVANCED<br />

OFF-PISTE<br />

NON <strong>SKI</strong>ERS<br />

FAMILIES<br />

NIGHTLIFE<br />

MOUNTAIN<br />

Skiing Altitude 380m–1274m<br />

Resort Altitude 380m<br />

Pistes 101km<br />

Number of Runs 103<br />

12% 39% 39% 10%<br />

Number of lifts 40<br />

Drags 31 / Chairs 6 / Gondolas 1<br />

Cable Cars 1 / Funicular Railway 1<br />

Longest Run 6km<br />

Direction of Slopes N,S<br />

Terrain Parks yes<br />

Half Pipe yes<br />

Cross Country Trails 383km<br />

Night Skiing yes<br />

Mountain Restaurants 17<br />

Snowmaking 45% runs covered<br />

Resort Ski Bus yes (free with lift pass)<br />

Please note: <strong>The</strong> Åreskuten ski area<br />

(the higher lift) does not open until<br />

early February<br />

FAMILY<br />

Babycare see Holiday Club Resort<br />

Crèche see Holiday Club Resort<br />

Ski Kindergarten from 3-4yrs<br />

(Årebjörnen)<br />

See page 373 or<br />

neilson.co.uk/childcare for more info.<br />

TRAVEL<br />

Departure Airports Heathrow<br />

Destination Airports Ostersund<br />

Season 20 Dec–11 Apr<br />

Departure Day Sunday<br />

Flight Guide See page 384<br />

Transfer Time 1hr<br />

Private taxi transfers available -<br />

please call us for details<br />

87


88<br />

SWEDEN – ÅRE<br />

DUVED:<br />

Getting away from it all<br />

Situated at the opposite end of<br />

the ski area to Årebjörnen, Duved<br />

is a quiet centre offering<br />

uncrowded slopes. It is lift<br />

connected to Tegefjäll ski area<br />

and served by a free ski bus which<br />

connects Åre and Årebjörnen ski<br />

areas (15-20 min ride to Åre<br />

village).<br />

<strong>The</strong> ski school provides excellent<br />

tuition on the nursery slopes.<br />

With a variety of runs, quiet slopes<br />

and virtually no lift queues, Duved<br />

is a popular choice with the locals<br />

and a great destination for<br />

ÅRE FJALLBY APARTMENTS (ÅRE VILLAGE)<br />

<strong>The</strong>ir slopeside location next to the VM8 gondola (Olympia lift) means<br />

quick, convenient access to the slopes from these comfortable<br />

apartments. Åre village square is 800m away, served by the ski bus<br />

which stops just outside. A perfect choice for those looking for easy<br />

access to all that Åre has to offer.<br />

FACILITIES†: In reception building:<br />

Reception •2 Restaurants •Free use<br />

of sauna •Bar •Nightclub<br />

ACCOMMODATION: Cable TV,<br />

drying cupboard, well equipped<br />

kitchenette and bathroom with<br />

shower & wc. Bed linen, towels &<br />

end of stay cleaning (except kitchen<br />

& washing up) included.<br />

STUDIOS (2-3 PEOPLE): Twin beds<br />

separated by a curtain from the<br />

living area and a sofa bed.<br />

families. <strong>The</strong>re is also a terrain<br />

park and several kilometres of<br />

floodlit cross-country trails close<br />

to the centre.<br />

<strong>The</strong> small village of Duved has a<br />

supermarket, a bar and<br />

HOTEL RENEN & RENEN APARTMENTS (DUVED)<br />

Comfortable and conveniently located in Duved, this property offers<br />

great accommodation for families and couples looking for a quiet,<br />

relaxing base. <strong>The</strong> nearest ski lift is opposite, 75m away. Take advantage<br />

of the ski bus (free with lift pass) to Åre and other ski areas.<br />

FACILITIES†: Restaurant •Bar with<br />

open fire & big screen TV •Free use<br />

of sauna •Hairdryer & kettle<br />

available from reception •Attic<br />

lounge •Wifi<br />

FOR FAMILIES: Children’s playroom<br />

•Special menus<br />

ROOMS (2 PEOPLE): Double room<br />

with satellite TV, bath or shower, wc.<br />

Single rooms at a supplement.<br />

FAMILY ROOMS (2-4 PEOPLE):<br />

Scandinavian twin room with<br />

double sofa bed & similar facilities at<br />

a supplement.<br />

HOTEL BOARD BASIS: Room only.<br />

APARTMENTS<br />

ACCOMMODATION: Cable TV,<br />

kitchen, shower & wc, sauna &<br />

drying cupboard. Bed linen, towels<br />

& end of stay cleaning (except<br />

kitchen and washing up) included.<br />

2 BEDROOM APARTMENTS (2-6<br />

PEOPLE): One double room, one<br />

bunk room, lounge with double<br />

sleeper sofa or single sofa & extra<br />

bed.<br />

APARTMENT BOARD BASIS: Self<br />

Catering. Bed & Breakfast available<br />

at a supplement.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 43<br />

HOTEL CODE: Z30H01<br />

APARTMENTS CODE: Z30A02<br />

2 BEDROOM APARTMENTS (2-5<br />

PEOPLE): One twin room, one room<br />

with bunk beds and a single bed<br />

and a single sleeper sofa in the<br />

lounge area.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Self Catering.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★<br />

PROPERTY CODE: Z30A00<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk/are call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

restaurants. A great base<br />

for families and beginners<br />

looking for plenty of time<br />

on the slopes and relaxing<br />

evenings.<br />

Neilson Rating •••<br />

GOOD FOR FAMILIES<br />

FAMILY ROOMS<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free use of sauna<br />

Neilson Rating •••<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free use sauna


HOLIDAY CLUB RESORT (ÅRE VILLAGE)<br />

This large property features stylish Scandinavian design and furnishings,<br />

quality dining options and state-of-the-art leisure facilities, yet retains a<br />

relaxed ambience. Enjoying a prime lakeside location, just 300m from<br />

Åre village centre and funicular railway accessing the nearest slopes. <strong>The</strong><br />

ski bus which stops 150m away, serves all four ski areas and Åre’s ski<br />

school meeting point (Rodkullen), a 15min ride away.<br />

FACILITIES†: Two restaurants<br />

serving 4 types of cuisine including<br />

family dining, wok, pizza and à la<br />

carte •3 bars •Games room •8<br />

bowling lanes •9 hole mini golf<br />

course •Golf simulator •Hairdresser<br />

SPA FEATURES†: Free use of tropical<br />

entertainment spa including large<br />

pool, waterslide, outdoor pool, baby<br />

pool, junior pool & waterfall, six<br />

saunas including two steam saunas,<br />

a log sauna & an ice sauna, fitness<br />

room. Spa centre offering over 25<br />

different massage & beauty<br />

treatments.<br />

Important information about spa<br />

facilities - see page 375.<br />

FOR FAMILIES: Hotel-run crèche for<br />

children 0-3yrs & childcare for<br />

children 3yrs+ (open 10am-12pm &<br />

2pm-4pm) •Free après-ski activities<br />

4pm-6pm •Children’s play area<br />

•Children’s menu<br />

ROOMS (2-4 PEOPLE): Spacious,<br />

modern rooms with Scandinavian<br />

twin beds, separated by a curtain<br />

from a double sleeper sofa bed<br />

(suitable for 1 adult or 2 children)<br />

with lake view, flat screen satellite<br />

TV, DVD player, mini-safe, minibar,<br />

telephone, radio, internet access,<br />

shower and wc.<br />

SUITES (2-4 PEOPLE): Larger suites<br />

with double bedroom and double<br />

sleeper sofa in the lounge area,<br />

bathroom with spa bath or sauna,<br />

shower and separate wc, bathrobes<br />

and balcony or terrace overlooking<br />

the lake, available at a supplement.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Bed & Breakfast.<br />

Christmas & New Year Gala meals<br />

available at a supplement.<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 250<br />

PROPERTY CODE: Z30H08<br />

ÅREBJÖRNEN APARTMENTS (ÅRE BJÖRNEN)<br />

Comfortable, quality apartments at the base of the Åre Björnen ski area.<br />

Åre village is 6.2km away via a regular ski bus, free during the day with<br />

a lift pass (small charge at night). <strong>The</strong> ski bus stop is 100m from the<br />

reception. Taxis are available in the evening. An ideal choice for families.<br />

FACILITIES†: In reception building:<br />

•Supermarket •Ski equipment shop<br />

•Bar •Children’s play and ski area<br />

•Table tennis •Free use of sauna<br />

ACCOMMODATION: Living area<br />

with satellite TV, well equipped<br />

kitchenette, shower & wc. Bed<br />

linen, towels & end of stay cleaning<br />

(except kitchen & washing up)<br />

included.<br />

2 BEDROOM APARTMENTS (2-4<br />

PEOPLE): Double room & bunk<br />

room. Located opposite the<br />

restaurant, 100m from the children’s<br />

ski area.<br />

3 BEDROOM APARTMENTS (2–6<br />

PEOPLE): Two bunk rooms & one<br />

double room, sauna and shared<br />

balcony or terrace. Located 800m<br />

uphill from the main reception and<br />

children’s ski area. Taxis organised<br />

for arrival & departure days to<br />

reception.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Self Catering.<br />

PROPERTY CODE: Z30A01<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk/åre call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

ÅRE – SWEDEN<br />

Neilson Rating ••••+<br />

INDOOR POOL<br />

OUTDOOR POOL<br />

WELLNESS AREA<br />

GOOD FOR FAMILIES<br />

CHILDREN’S CLUB<br />

FAMILY ROOMS<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free use of tropical<br />

entertainment spa<br />

200 Swedish kroner<br />

credit per adult per<br />

night (100 swedish<br />

kroner for children 4-14<br />

years). Credit can be<br />

used towards the<br />

following in-house<br />

services: food &<br />

beverages, snacks, spa<br />

treatments and bowling<br />

Lake view rooms<br />

Special discount 2-5yrs:<br />

£150HS; £50LS<br />

A handpicked selection of hotels<br />

offering first class spa facilities<br />

Neilson Rating •••<br />

GOOD FOR FAMILIES<br />

FREE CHILD PLACES<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free use of sauna<br />

89


90<br />

SWEDEN – ÅRE<br />

ÅREGÅRDARNA APARTMENTS (ÅRE VILLAGE)<br />

Situated behind the Hotel Diplomat next to the village square, these<br />

apartments could not be better located for proximity to Åre centre. <strong>The</strong><br />

funicular lift is 100m accessing the slopes above the village. Inside the<br />

apartments are comfortable and well-equipped. A good value central<br />

base.<br />

FACILITIES†: See Hotel Diplomat<br />

Åregården<br />

ACCOMMODATION: Lounge with<br />

cable TV, kitchen with microwave<br />

oven and dishwasher,drying<br />

cupboard, shower & wc. Bed linen,<br />

towels, mid-week & end of stay<br />

cleaning (except kitchen & washing<br />

up) included.<br />

1 BEDROOM APARTMENTS (2-6<br />

PEOPLE): <strong>The</strong>se apartments<br />

comprise of a bedroom with two<br />

sets of bunk beds, and a double sofa<br />

bed in the lounge area.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Self Catering. Half<br />

Board option available at a<br />

supplement (two course evening<br />

meal served in the hotel restaurant).<br />

Christmas & New Year Gala meals<br />

available at a supplement.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★★<br />

PROPERTY CODE: Z30A06<br />

BRUNKULLA APARTMENTS (ÅRE VILLAGE)<br />

<strong>The</strong>se modern, well-equipped apartments provide a convenient location<br />

with the nearest slopes and lifts within 150m and only 600m from the<br />

resort centre. <strong>The</strong> ski bus stops 150m away.<br />

FACILITIES†: Restaurant and bar<br />

•Ski storage •Wifi<br />

ACCOMMODATION: Open-plan<br />

living and dining are with cable TV,<br />

Wifi, kitchen equipped with<br />

dishwasher, oven, fridge, freezer and<br />

microwave, drying cupboard, boot<br />

dryer, private sauna and bathroom<br />

with shower & wc. Bedlinen, towels<br />

and end of stay cleaning (except<br />

kitchen & washing up) included.<br />

2 BEDROOM APARTMENTS (2-4<br />

PEOPLE): 50m 2 with one double<br />

bedroom and a room with a set of<br />

bunk beds.<br />

4 BEDROOM APARTMENTS (2-8<br />

PEOPLE): 80m2 with two double<br />

bedrooms and two rooms each with<br />

a set of bunk beds and two shower<br />

rooms with wc.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Self Catering.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★★<br />

PROPERTY CODE: Z30A07<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk/åre call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

Neilson Rating ••••<br />

CENTRAL LOCATION<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Discounted entry to<br />

Country Club nightclub<br />

Christmas week only -<br />

free snowmobile trip to<br />

the forest to collect<br />

hotel’s Christmas tree<br />

One free entrance to<br />

the Wallmanns dinner<br />

show (guests on Half<br />

Board basis only). A<br />

sensational cabaret &<br />

dinner show. See online<br />

at www.neilson.com for<br />

more information<br />

Free use of indoor pool<br />

& sauna at the Hotel<br />

Diplomat<br />

Neilson Rating •••+<br />

FREE CHILD PLACES<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free use of private<br />

sauna


Basic Holiday Prices in £s per adult from<br />

the amounts shown.<br />

Hotel Renen<br />

20 Dec- 27 Dec- 03 Jan- 24 Jan- 07 Feb- 14 Feb- 21 Feb- 07 Mar- 21 Mar- 28 Mar- 04 Apr- 11 Apr-<br />

Nts 26 Dec 02 Jan 23 Jan 06 Feb 13 Feb 20 Feb 06 Mar 20 Mar 27 Mar 03 Apr 10 Apr 18 Apr<br />

Unique hotels offering stylish interiors,<br />

personal service and excellent cuisine<br />

Supplements in £s per person per night from:<br />

(Unless otherwise stated)<br />

Room 2: Breakfast £11, Single room £11, Sole use of twin<br />

Z30H01 Room Only Room 2 7 529 699 289 299 369 735 469 459 459 539 599 489 £21, Family room £11, 3rd & 4th Adult redn. £18<br />

25%<br />

Renen Apartments<br />

Z30A02 Self Catering Apt 2/6 7 475 585 279 305 345 669 399 379 379 439 599 479<br />

Apt 2/6: Breakfast £11, 5 share £3, 4 share £8, 3 share £15,<br />

2 share £30<br />

10%<br />

A˚re Fjällby Apartments<br />

Z30A00 Self Catering Studio 2/3 7 545 679 329 339 409 699 489 479 479 539 629 529<br />

Studio 2/3: 2 share £13<br />

45%<br />

Apt 2/5 7 525 659 309 319 389 679 469 459 459 519 609 509<br />

Apt 2/5: 4 share £5, 3 share £15, 2 share £33<br />

Holiday Club<br />

Room 2/4: 3rd&4thadultredn.£14<br />

Z30H08 Bed & Breakfast Room 2/4 7 899 1159 755 769 799 1099 909 819 899 949 1119 959<br />

35%<br />

Suite 2/4 7 1219 1669 1159 1175 1205 1705 1395 1385 1385 1435 1405 1365<br />

A˚rebjörnenApartments Apt 2/4: 3 share £7, 2 share £21<br />

Z30A01/AS1 Self Catering Apt 2/4 7 529 655 315 339 385 715 439 435 425 469 635 515<br />

10%<br />

Apt 2/6 7 519 645 305 329 375 705 429 425 415 459 625 505<br />

Apt 2/6: 5 share £3, 4 share £9, 3 share £17, 2 share £34<br />

Aregardarna Apartments<br />

Z30A06 Self Catering Apt 2/6 7 615 679 309 385 405 679 409 409 409 445 629 509<br />

Apt 2/6: Half Board £22, 5 share £4, 4 share £9, 3 share £18,<br />

2 share £36<br />

10%<br />

Brunkulla Apartments<br />

Z30A07 Self Catering Apt 2/4 7 609 729 385 409 435 749 529 519 509 569 729 575<br />

Apt 2/4: 3 share £9, 2 share £28<br />

10%<br />

Apt 2/8 7 569 689 345 369 395 709 489 479 469 529 689 535<br />

Apt 2/8: 7 share £3, 6 share £7, 5 share £13, 4 share £22,<br />

3 share £36, 2 share £66<br />

Hotel Diplomat<br />

Z30H00 Half Board Room 2/4 7 869 999 519 629 649 899 679 759 749 679 899 649<br />

Room 2/4: Sole use of twin £55<br />

45%<br />

Prices are a guide only & will be confirmed on enquiry. Adult prices in £ sterling start from the amounts shown & apply to selected flight departures between each date range based on current charges & costs. Prices may go up or down & supplements (e.g. flight &/or fuel), or reductions may apply. Supplements ‘from’ are based on low season dates. For full details on how to price your holiday, charges,<br />

supplements & surcharges see ‘Your Holiday Price’ page 368. For important Holiday Information & Booking Conditions see pages 368 - 385. †Some facilities may incur a local charge. LOW 03-30Jan,14Mar-03Apr.MID 31 Jan - 13 Feb, 21 Feb - 13 Mar, 27 Mar - 18 Apr. HIGH 20 Dec - 02 Jan, 14 - 20 Feb. NS091a<br />

LIFT PASS (6 DAYS)<br />

Adult (16-64yrs) .......................................................... £145<br />

Youth (8-15yrs) ........................................................... £115<br />

Senior (65yrs+) .......................................................... £115<br />

Lift pass covers A˚re, A˚rebjörnen, Tegefjall & Duved ski area.<br />

Free lift pass for children aged 0-7yrs wearing a helmet.<br />

Includes handsfree keycard.<br />

<strong>SKI</strong>ER’S PACK (6 DAYS)<br />

Adult - Complete Beginner†† ...................................... £280<br />

Adult - Intermediate .................................................... £290<br />

Child - Complete Beginner†† ...................................... £240<br />

Child - Intermediate .................................................... £250<br />

Ski Pack Ages: Adult = 13yrs+, Child = 3-12yrs.<br />

Includes: 5 days x 1hr30m tuition, 6 days lift pass & 6 days<br />

standard ski & boot hire. Includes handsfree keycard.<br />

HOTEL DIPLOMAT (ÅRE VILLAGE)<br />

A charming hotel offering high quality accommodation in the heart of<br />

picturesque Åre village, 100m from the funicular lift. Its interiors reflect<br />

its rich history. A wood-panelled lounge area or the refurbished bar area<br />

are relaxing places to socialise at the end of the day.<br />

FACILITIES†: Two restaurants<br />

•Cocktail bar •<strong>The</strong> ‘Artist’s Lounge<br />

•Country Club nightclub •Free use<br />

of indoor pool & sauna •Massage<br />

ROOMS (2-4 PEOPLE): Twin beds<br />

and a set of bunk beds (suitable for<br />

2 children only), cable TV, bathroom<br />

with bath, shower and wc.<br />

<strong>SNOWBOARD</strong>ER’S PACK (6 DAYS)<br />

Adult - Complete Beginner†† ...................................... £290<br />

Adult - Intermediate .................................................... £300<br />

Child - Complete Beginner†† ...................................... £250<br />

Child - Intermediate .................................................... £260<br />

Snowboard Pack Ages: Adult = 13yrs+, Child = 8-12yrs.<br />

Includes: 5 days x 1hr30m tuition, 6 days lift pass & 6 days<br />

standard snowboard & boot hire. Includes handsfree keycard.<br />

A˚RE <strong>SKI</strong> PACK<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board.<br />

Continental buffet breakfast and set<br />

two course evening meal. Christmas<br />

& New Year Gala meals included.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 53<br />

PROPERTY CODE: Z30H00<br />

<strong>SKI</strong>/BOARD EQUIPMENT (6 DAYS) ADULT YOUTH* CHILD*<br />

Skis & boots standard ...................... £79 £65 £45<br />

Skis & boots intermediate ................ £85 - -<br />

Skis & boots superior ....................... £95 £79 -<br />

Skis only standard ............................ £65 £55 £39<br />

Skis only intermediate ..................... £70 - -<br />

Skis only superior ............................. £80 £65 -<br />

Snowboard & boots ......................... £85 £69 -<br />

Snowboard only .............................. £75 £65 -<br />

Cross country skis ............................ £69 £45 -<br />

Helmet ** ........................................ - FREE FREE<br />

*Child skis & boots = 3-7yrs, *Youth skis & boots = 8-15yrs,<br />

*Child board & boots = 8-11yrs.<br />

**Child & youth equipment hire includes helmet hire.<br />

ÅRE – SWEDEN<br />

Neilson Rating ••••<br />

CENTRAL LOCATION<br />

INDOOR POOL<br />

Child %<br />

discount<br />

<strong>SKI</strong>/BOARD TUITION<br />

Adult ski school (5x1hr30m) ....................................... £89<br />

Child ski school (5x1hr30m) ....................................... £89<br />

Snowboard school (5x1hr30m) .................................. £85<br />

Child ski school = 3-11yrs. Snowboard school = 8yrs+.<br />

IMPORTANT: †† Complete beginner = Ability Level 0, Intermediate = Ability Level 1-4. Ability levels must be stated at the time of booking - see page 13 for details. Special Offers may be withdrawn at any time. Prices are in £s and are approximate - please see reservation system, our website or call us for more details.<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk/åre call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free entry to Country<br />

Club nightclub<br />

Christmas week only -<br />

free snowmobile trip to<br />

the forest to collect<br />

hotel’s Christmas tree<br />

One Free entrance to<br />

the Wallmans dinner<br />

show. A sensational<br />

cabaret & dinner show.<br />

See online at<br />

www.neilson.com for<br />

more information<br />

Child Discount: 45%<br />

Special Discount 2-5 yrs:<br />

£250 HS; £150 LS<br />

91


92<br />

SWEDEN – VEMDALEN<br />

“…It’s quiet, it’s off<br />

the beaten track<br />

and it’s very, very<br />

special… you’ll be<br />

hard pressed to find<br />

a more family and<br />

beginner friendly<br />

resort than this.”<br />

Fair Excellent<br />

BEGINNERS<br />

INTERMEDIATES<br />

ADVANCED<br />

OFF-PISTE<br />

NON <strong>SKI</strong>ERS<br />

FAMILIES<br />

NIGHTLIFE<br />

MOUNTAIN<br />

Skiing Altitude 710m–946m<br />

Resort Altitude 710m<br />

Pistes 45km<br />

Number of Runs 51<br />

35% 25% 22% 18%<br />

Number of lifts 30<br />

Drags 27 / Chairs 3<br />

Longest Run 2.1km<br />

Direction of Slopes N,S<br />

Terrain Parks yes<br />

Cross Country Trails 180km<br />

Night Skiing yes<br />

Mountain Restaurants 4<br />

Snowmaking 70% runs covered<br />

Resort Ski Bus between resorts<br />

Linked Resorts Bjornrike &<br />

Storhogna/Klovsjo<br />

Note: <strong>The</strong> Mountain info refers to Vemdalen,<br />

Bjornrike and Storhogna/Klovsjo<br />

FAMILY<br />

Babycare n/a<br />

Crèche 3-8yrs<br />

Ski School 5yrs+<br />

See page 373 or<br />

neilson.co.uk/childcare for more info.<br />

TRAVEL<br />

Departure Airports Heathrow<br />

Destination Airports Ostersund<br />

Season 20 Dec–11 Apr<br />

Departure Day Sunday<br />

Flight Guide See page 384<br />

Transfer Time 1hrs 30mins<br />

Private taxi transfers available -<br />

please call us for details<br />

SPECIAL OFFER<br />

Pre-book an adult lift pass and receive a<br />

free child lift pass available 3,10,17, 24<br />

& 31 Jan, 28 Feb & 7 Mar.<br />

<strong>SKI</strong> LEADING • QUIET NIGHTLIFE • FAMILY RESORT • LEARN TO TURN RESORT<br />

It may not have a huge ski area but<br />

the personal service you get in<br />

Vemdalen, together with a special<br />

children’s ski area, award winning ski<br />

school and winter activities for all<br />

ages means you’ll be hard pressed to<br />

find a more family and beginner<br />

friendly resort than this. We love it -<br />

it’s quiet, it’s off the beaten track and<br />

it’s very, very special. <strong>The</strong> compact ski<br />

centre sits at the base of a network of<br />

gentle, uncrowded runs, never too far<br />

from the high standard cabins and<br />

apartments. <strong>The</strong>re’s no need for a bus<br />

in this resort. Vemdalen has ploughed<br />

Sörgardarna<br />

Hovdestugan<br />

VEMDALSSKALET<br />

a great deal of investment into its ski<br />

area recently, resulting in new slopes<br />

and lifts and a terrain park. For a<br />

change of scenery, the neighbouring<br />

ski areas of Björnrike and<br />

Klövsjö/Storhogna, covered on the<br />

same lift pass, are both served by a<br />

bus service. For a safe, fun family ski<br />

holiday or confidence-building first<br />

trip to the slopes, Vemdalen is just the<br />

thing.<br />

4<br />

Nedre Hovde<br />

Hildings Krog<br />

Skalspasset<br />

Anorak<br />

ACTIVITIES<br />

• Dogsledding<br />

• Snowmobiling<br />

• Horse Drawn Sleigh Rides<br />

• Ice Fishing<br />

• Bowling<br />

• Cross Country Skiing<br />

• Ice Climbing<br />

• Floodlit Skiing<br />

• Pony Trekking<br />

• Helicopter Trips<br />

• Ice Karting<br />

• Spa Centre (Storhogna)<br />

Fun<br />

Park<br />

6<br />

Skalsfjället<br />

LIFT PASS & TUITION<br />

PRICE PROMISE<br />

See page 371<br />

SLEDDING WITH HU<strong>SKI</strong>ES<br />

Arguably Sweden’s cutest<br />

residents! A beautiful team of<br />

huskies will bound ahead while<br />

you’re wrapped up warm in<br />

your sled, taking in the<br />

magnificent scenery. An<br />

unforgettable experience for all<br />

ages.<br />

CHILDREN’S CLUB<br />

<strong>The</strong> brand new children’s club<br />

in Vemdalen is ideally situated<br />

at the bottom of the slopes.<br />

With plenty of indoor space and<br />

fun supervised outdoor<br />

activities, mum and dad can<br />

relax knowing that the little<br />

ones are having a great time.<br />

ICE FISHING<br />

Fancy giving ice fishing a go?<br />

<strong>The</strong> many nearby lakes are<br />

teeming with Arctic Char and<br />

Trout so you’ve got a good<br />

chance of catching something.<br />

A great excursion for the whole<br />

family.<br />

TOP TIPS<br />

Don’t forget to stock up on wine<br />

& spirits from the duty free. Beer<br />

is available to purchase from the<br />

supermarket locally. Wine &<br />

spirit can be ordered from the<br />

fish shop, but will take a few<br />

days to arrive.


NEILSON CHALET ANDERS<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk/vemdalen call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

VEMDALEN – SWEDEN<br />

A recently built, traditional-style chalet situated directly opposite<br />

Vemdalen ski base, 100m from the ski lifts and ski school meeting point<br />

and just 200m from the resort centre. This two-storey chalet is<br />

decorated in typical Swedish style, using lots of wood and stylish<br />

furnishings and is finished to a very high standard. <strong>The</strong>re is plenty of<br />

relaxation space for guests at the end of the day including a<br />

comfortable lounge area and relaxation area next to a private sauna.<br />

ACCOMMODATION:<br />

GROUND FLOOR: Entrance leading<br />

to heated ski storage area. Hallway<br />

leading to open-plan kitchen/dining<br />

area with satellite TV. Two twin<br />

rooms and one Scandinavian twin<br />

room share one shower room and<br />

wc, plus a separate wc.<br />

FIRST FLOOR: Central staircase<br />

leading up from ground floor to<br />

comfortable lounge area with<br />

satellite TV, CD and DVD player,<br />

spacious private sauna with door<br />

leading to shower room and out to<br />

large balcony, adjacent relaxation<br />

area with satellite TV, two twin<br />

SÖRGÅRDARNA APARTMENTS<br />

rooms and one Scandinavian double<br />

room sharing one shower room and<br />

wc, plus a separate wc.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Chalet Board. Daily<br />

breakfast and afternoon tea with<br />

freshly baked cake, home-cooked<br />

three course evening meal on six<br />

nights served with wine and after<br />

dinner coffee.<br />

Please note: chalet staff live in.<br />

Children are welcome when part of<br />

a group booking the whole chalet.<br />

Generous discounts of free places<br />

may apply when sharing a room<br />

with 2 adults.<br />

PROPERTY CODE: Z31C00<br />

<strong>The</strong>se recently built apartments offer well equipped, comfortable<br />

accommodation in a convenient, central location, just 100m from the<br />

nearest lift and 200m from the resort centre. Perfect for groups and<br />

families.<br />

ACCOMMODATION:<br />

Lounge/dining area with cable TV.<br />

Open plan kitchen equipped with<br />

oven, hob, fridge & freezer,<br />

dishwasher and microwave. Two<br />

bathrooms with shower and wc, one<br />

of which has a sauna. Ski storage<br />

with boot dryer. Bed linen, towels<br />

and end of stay cleaning (except<br />

kitchen & washing up) included.<br />

4 BEDROOM APARTMENTS (4-8<br />

PEOPLE): One double bedded room<br />

and three Scandinavian bunk rooms<br />

(small double bed with wall<br />

mounted bed above).<br />

BOARD BASIS: Self Catering.<br />

Evening Meal option available at a<br />

supplement (two course meals taken<br />

at the Vemdalen Hotel) - must be<br />

pre-booked.<br />

PROPERTY CODE: Z31A03<br />

Neilson Rating ••••+<br />

<strong>SKI</strong> TO YOUR DOOR<br />

GOOD FOR FAMILIES<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Sleeps 12 people<br />

6 bedrooms<br />

Free use of private<br />

sauna<br />

Free afternoon tea &<br />

cake<br />

Free wine served with<br />

dinner<br />

Unique and charming catered chalets<br />

located in the best resorts<br />

Neilson Rating ••••<br />

GOOD FOR FAMILIES<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free use of private<br />

sauna<br />

93


94<br />

SWEDEN – VEMDALEN<br />

TERASSHUSEN CABINS<br />

Situated directly opposite the ski slopes, approximately 300m up a hill<br />

from the resort centre and local amenities. <strong>The</strong>se cabins offer a very<br />

good standard of accommodation and are perfect for families and<br />

groups wanting self catering facilities with the added luxury of a private<br />

sauna. Subject to snow conditions and ski ability, it is possible to ski<br />

from your door.<br />

3 BEDROOM CABINS (4-6<br />

PEOPLE): One twin bedroom and<br />

two bunk rooms. Open-plan<br />

dining/living room with double<br />

sleeper sofa bed, cable TV, fully<br />

equipped kitchen, bathroom with<br />

shower and wc, separate wc, private<br />

sauna, ski storage and balcony or<br />

terrace. Bed linen, towels and end of<br />

stay cleaning (except kitchen and<br />

washing up) included.<br />

SKALSBYN APARTMENTS<br />

BOARD BASIS: Self Catering.<br />

Evening Meal option available at a<br />

supplement (two course meals taken<br />

at the Vemdalen Hotel) - must be<br />

pre-booked.<br />

PROPERTY CODE: Z31A00<br />

<strong>The</strong>se simple yet comfortable apartments are ideally located in the ski<br />

area between the Sorbacken and Turisten ski runs. <strong>The</strong>y are adjacent to<br />

the ski lifts and within 100m of all the facilities Vemdalen has to offer.<br />

ACCOMMODATION: Living area<br />

with well equipped open plan<br />

kitchen, balcony or terrace, cable TV,<br />

ski locker, bathroom with shower &<br />

wc. Bed linen, towels and end of<br />

stay cleaning (except kitchen and<br />

washing up) included.<br />

2 BEDROOM APARTMENTS (2-4<br />

PEOPLE): One Austrian twin room<br />

& one bunk room.<br />

3 BEDROOM APARTMENTS (2-6<br />

PEOPLE): One Austrian twin room<br />

and two bunk rooms.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Self Catering.<br />

Evening Meal option available at a<br />

supplement (two course meals taken<br />

at the Vemdalen Hotel - must be<br />

pre-booked).<br />

PROPERTY CODE: Z31A02<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk/vemdalen call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

Neilson Rating ••••<br />

GOOD FOR FAMILIES<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free use of private<br />

sauna<br />

Neilson Rating •••<br />

<strong>SKI</strong> IN <strong>SKI</strong> OUT<br />

GOOD FOR FAMILIES<br />

FREE CHILD PLACES


Basic Holiday Prices in £s per adult from<br />

the amounts shown.<br />

20 Dec- 27 Dec- 03 Jan- 24 Jan- 07 Feb- 14 Feb- 21 Feb- 07 Mar- 21 Mar- 28 Mar- 04 Apr- 11 Apr-<br />

Nts 26 Dec 02 Jan 23 Jan 06 Feb 13 Feb 20 Feb 06 Mar 20 Mar 27 Mar 03 Apr 10 Apr 18 Apr<br />

VALUE<br />

No frills accommodation at a cheaper price<br />

– where it's the skiing that really counts!<br />

Supplements in £s per person per night from:<br />

(Unless otherwise stated)<br />

Chalet Anders<br />

Chalet: Sole use of twin £18<br />

Z31C00 Chalet Board Chalet 7 745 769 369 399 529 889 529 489 499 559 619 -<br />

25%<br />

Sörga˚rdana Apartments<br />

Apt 4/8: Evening Meal £28, 7 share £2, 6 share £4,<br />

Z31A03 Self Catering Apt 4/8 7 509 629 329 355 375 659 409 379 379 469 585 499 5 share £7, 4 share £11<br />

10%<br />

Terasshusen Cabins<br />

Apt 4/6: Evening Meal £28, 5 share £3, 4 share £6<br />

Z31A00 Self Catering Apt 4/6 7 509 629 329 355 375 685 429 425 405 489 599 509<br />

10%<br />

Skalsbyn Apartments<br />

Apt 2/4: Evening Meal £28, 3 share £5, 2 share £14<br />

Z31A02 Self Catering Apt 2/4 7 485 599 285 309 349 649 399 399 389 449 579 489<br />

10%<br />

Ski Lodge<br />

Studio 2/4: Evening Meal £28, 3 share £3, 2 share £9<br />

Z31A04 Self Catering Studio 2/4 7 459 569 269 295 335 619 379 369 355 429 549 469<br />

10%<br />

Skalsvallen Apartments<br />

Apt 2/4: Evening Meal £28, 3 share £3, 2 share £10<br />

Z31A06 Self Catering Apt 2/4 7 469 579 275 299 339 629 385 375 359 435 559 475<br />

10%<br />

Prices are a guide only & will be confirmed on enquiry. Adult prices in £ sterling start from the amounts shown & apply to selected flight departures between each date range based on current charges & costs. Prices may go up or down & supplements (e.g. flight &/or fuel), or reductions may apply. Supplements ‘from’ are based on low season dates. For full details on how to price your holiday, charges,<br />

supplements & surcharges see ‘Your Holiday Price’ page 368. For important Holiday Information & Booking Conditions see pages 368 - 385. †Some facilities may incur a local charge. LOW 03-30Jan,14Mar-03Apr.MID 31 Jan - 13 Feb, 21 Feb - 13 Mar, 27 Mar - 18 Apr. HIGH 20 Dec - 02 Jan, 14 - 20 Feb. NS095a<br />

LIFT PASS (6 DAYS)<br />

Adult (16-64yrs) .......................................................... £105<br />

Youth (8-15yrs) ........................................................... £85<br />

Senior (65yrs+) .......................................................... £85<br />

SPECIAL OFFER: Pre-book adult lift pass and recieve a<br />

free child lift pass. Available 3rd-31st Jan, 28th Feb &<br />

7th Mar.<br />

Lift pass covers Björnrike, Vemdalen & Klövsjö skiarea.Free<br />

lift pass for children aged 0-7yrs wearing a helmet. Includes<br />

handsfree keycard.<br />

<strong>SKI</strong>ER’S PACK (6 DAYS)<br />

Adult - Complete Beginner†† ...................................... £249<br />

Adult - Intermediate .................................................... £259<br />

Child - Complete Beginner†† ...................................... £219<br />

Child - Intermediate .................................................... £229<br />

Ski Pack Ages: Adult = 13yrs+, Child = 3-12yrs.<br />

Includes: 5 days x 2hrs tuition, 6 days lift pass & 6 days<br />

standard ski & boot hire. Includes handsfree keycard.<br />

<strong>SKI</strong> LODGE<br />

<strong>The</strong>se self-contained studios provide a simple but comfortable base just<br />

a few minutes’ walk (approximately 350m) from the resort centre and<br />

base of the ski slopes. A great choice for anyone wanting good value<br />

accommodation close to the slopes.<br />

ACCOMMODATION: Kitchenette<br />

with fridge, oven, microwave and<br />

dishwasher, cable TV, ski lockers,<br />

balcony, showers & wc. Bedlinen,<br />

towels and end of stay cleaning<br />

(except kitchen and washing up )<br />

included.<br />

STUDIOS (2-4 PEOPLE): Self<br />

contained studios with two sets of<br />

bunk beds in the living area and<br />

kitchen off the living area (suitable<br />

for 3 adults or 2 adults and 2<br />

children).<br />

SKALSVALLEN APARTMENTS<br />

<strong>SNOWBOARD</strong>ER’S PACK (6 DAYS)<br />

Adult - Complete Beginner†† ...................................... £269<br />

Adult - Intermediate .................................................... £279<br />

Child - Complete Beginner†† ...................................... £235<br />

Child - Intermediate .................................................... £245<br />

Snowboard Pack Ages: Adult = 13yrs+, Child = 8-12yrs.<br />

Includes: 5 days x 2hrs tuition, 6 days local lift pass & 6 days<br />

standard snowboard & boot hire. Includes handsfree keycard.<br />

VEMDALEN <strong>SKI</strong> PACK<br />

VEMDALEN – SWEDEN<br />

BOARD BASIS: Self Catering.<br />

Evening meal option available at a<br />

supplement (two course meal taken<br />

at the Vemdalen Hotel) - must be<br />

pre-booked.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★<br />

PROPERTY CODE: Z31A04<br />

<strong>The</strong>se simply furnished apartments offer comfort and convenience,<br />

ideally located across the road from the slopes and just 200m to the<br />

nearest lift.<br />

ACCOMMODATION: Lounge with<br />

cable TV, kitchen equipped with<br />

oven, hob, dishwasher and toaster.<br />

Bathroom with shower and wc. Bed<br />

linen, towels and end of stay<br />

cleaning (except kitchen and<br />

washing up) included.<br />

2 BEDROOM APARTMENTS (2-4<br />

PEOPLE): One Scandinavian bunk<br />

room (double bed with single bed<br />

above) and one bunk room.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Self Catering.<br />

Evening Meal option available at a<br />

supplement (two course meal taken<br />

at the Vemdalen Hotel) - must be<br />

pre-booked.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★<br />

PROPERTY CODE: Z31A06<br />

<strong>SKI</strong>/BOARD EQUIPMENT (6 DAYS) ADULT YOUTH* CHILD*<br />

Skis & boots standard ...................... £65 £55 £39<br />

Skis & boots superior ....................... £89 - -<br />

Skis only standard ............................ £55 £45 £29<br />

Skis only superior ............................. £79 £69 -<br />

Snowboard & boots ......................... £79 £69 -<br />

Cross country skis ............................ £49 £39 -<br />

Helmet ............................................. - - FREE<br />

*Child skis & boots = 3-7yrs, *Youth skis & boots = 8-15yrs,<br />

*Child board & boots = 8-11yrs.<br />

Neilson Rating ••+<br />

GOOD FOR FAMILIES<br />

Neilson Rating •••<br />

GOOD FOR FAMILIES<br />

FREE CHILD PLACES<br />

Child %<br />

discount<br />

<strong>SKI</strong>/BOARD TUITION<br />

Adult ski school (5x2hrs) ............................................ £110<br />

Child ski school (5x2hrs) ............................................. £110<br />

Snowboard school (5x2hrs) ........................................ £105<br />

Child ski school = 5-13yrs. Snowboard school = 8yrs+.<br />

IMPORTANT: †† Complete beginner = Ability Level 0, Intermediate = Ability Level 1-4. Ability levels must be stated at the time of booking - see page 13 for details. Special Offers may be withdrawn at any time. Prices are in £s and are approximate - please see reservation system, our website or call us for more details.<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk/vemdalen call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

95


96<br />

WELCOME TO FINLAND<br />

Arrive in Lapland, almost 200km<br />

above the arctic circle, and<br />

immediately you experience a<br />

magical charm that’s hard to<br />

explain. Perhaps it’s the polar<br />

skies that change dramatically<br />

through the winter and, if you’re<br />

lucky enough, provide a<br />

backdrop to the enchanting<br />

Northern Lights. Of course,<br />

Lapland is home to Santa Claus<br />

so December is a special time.<br />

What some people don’t realise<br />

is just how much is on offer right<br />

through the season. Blanketed<br />

under snow from November to<br />

May, not only is it a fantastic ski<br />

destination but also one of the<br />

best places to experience a<br />

whole host of arctic activities.<br />

• Seeing the ‘Aurora Borealis’,<br />

otherwise known as the Northern<br />

Lights, is believed to bring good<br />

luck. High in the polar skies, solar<br />

particles collide with the earth’s<br />

atmosphere to create a spectacular<br />

light display. No-one can predict<br />

when it’ll happen although it’s<br />

most likely on clear nights<br />

between November and February.<br />

• As long as you wear the right<br />

clothing, the cold, dry arctic<br />

climate is comfortable. Natural<br />

base and mid layers (e.g. thermal<br />

or wool) under waterproof and<br />

windproof outer layers are<br />

essential, as are waterproof boots,<br />

warm socks, mittens/gloves and a<br />

hat. All Neilson guests are<br />

provided with a free thermal Arctic<br />

suit, boots & gloves on arrival. This<br />

clothing ensures warmth during<br />

activities but is not ideal for skiing<br />

as it limits mobility and can be too<br />

hot.<br />

• Daylight hours vary. In the midwinter<br />

months of December and<br />

January, days are shorter with<br />

around 5hrs of daylight.<br />

Sundown never reaches blackout<br />

as daylight turns to a unique blue<br />

twilight, the ski centres illuminate<br />

their downhill slopes & cross<br />

country trails, and hotels,<br />

restaurants and bars light their<br />

fires and candles so guests feel<br />

cosy and warm.<br />

• Sauna areas tend to have separate<br />

male and female areas. This<br />

makes it easier to cope with most<br />

people being naked!<br />

• Anyone planning to drive a<br />

snowmobile must take a valid<br />

driving licence.<br />

• <strong>The</strong>re are more reindeers in<br />

Lapland than inhabitants!<br />

Levi 101-105<br />

Ylläs 97-100<br />

Mystical, dark skies, untouched forested fells<br />

and every winter activity you could dream of<br />

Ylläs<br />

NORWAY ORWAY<br />

SWEDEN<br />

KITTILÄ<br />

FI FINL NL NLAN AN AND<br />

Levi<br />

KITTILÄ


FREE ARCTIC ADVENTURE TASTER • FESTIVE ACTIVITIES • <strong>SKI</strong> LEADING<br />

• GOOD FOR FAMILIES<br />

ACTIVITIES<br />

• Snow Village Ice Hotel<br />

• Northern Lights Safaris<br />

• Husky Dogsledding<br />

• Snowmobiling Safaris<br />

• Reindeer Safaris<br />

• Ice Fishing<br />

• Night Skiing<br />

• Snowshoeing<br />

• Cross Country Skiing<br />

• Visit Santa Excursions<br />

PRE-BOOKABLE ACTIVITIES<br />

With a range of activities for everyone,<br />

Finland really is a fantastic all-round<br />

destination. Please see page 98 for a<br />

choice of exciting and adventurous<br />

activities. Pre-book now to avoid<br />

disappointment.<br />

Ylläsjarvi sits serenely at the southern<br />

base of the region’s highest ‘fell’,<br />

home to Finland’s longest ski run.<br />

Arctic blue polar skies provide a<br />

stunning backdrop to pristine snowcovered<br />

forests and undulating slopes<br />

that seem to illuminate before the<br />

eyes. <strong>The</strong> crisp, dry climate ensures<br />

snow reliability right through one of<br />

the longest ski seasons. Whether<br />

you’re looking for an action-packed<br />

week of skiing and adventures, or<br />

something a little more relaxing, Ylläs<br />

can offer both. Its uncrowded, floodlit<br />

slopes are ideal for beginners and<br />

intermediates, while the sheer choice<br />

of activities means you can try things<br />

you’ve only ever dreamed of.<br />

Substantial investment has been<br />

ploughed into the ski base and ski<br />

area over the past few years including<br />

the world’s first sauna gondola for<br />

private hire, 11 new slopes and a new<br />

ski centre. What won’t change is the<br />

warm, friendly welcome you receive<br />

from everyone and the unforgettable<br />

memories you leave with.<br />

YLLÄS – FINLAND<br />

LIFT PASS & TUITION<br />

PRICE PROMISE<br />

See page 371<br />

“…Arctic polar skies<br />

provide a stunning<br />

backdrop to pristine<br />

snow-covered forests<br />

and undulating<br />

slopes that illuinate<br />

before your eyes.”<br />

Fair Excellent<br />

BEGINNERS<br />

INTERMEDIATES<br />

ADVANCED<br />

OFF-PISTE<br />

NON <strong>SKI</strong>ERS<br />

FAMILIES<br />

NIGHTLIFE<br />

MOUNTAIN<br />

Skiing Altitude 255m–718m<br />

Resort Altitude 255m<br />

Pistes 50km<br />

Number of Runs 58<br />

60% 31% 9%<br />

Number of lifts 29<br />

Drags 27 / Chairs 1 / Gondolas 1<br />

Longest Run 3km<br />

Direction of Slopes N,S<br />

Terrain Parks yes<br />

Half Pipe yes<br />

Cross Country Trails 330km<br />

Night Skiing 28<br />

Mountain Restaurants 10<br />

Snowmaking 51% covered<br />

Resort Ski Bus yes<br />

Please note: During the months of December<br />

and January the resort will plan<br />

approximately 16km of pistes as these slopes<br />

are floodlit and daylight hours are limited.<br />

FAMILY<br />

Babycare 3-23 months<br />

Crèche 2-12yrs<br />

Ski School 4yrs+<br />

See page 373 or<br />

neilson.co.uk/childcare for more info.<br />

TRAVEL<br />

Departure Airports Heathrow<br />

Destination Airports Kittila<br />

Season 12 Dec–13 Feb<br />

Departure Day Saturday<br />

Flight Guide See page 384<br />

Transfer Time 40mins<br />

Private taxi transfers available -<br />

please call us for details<br />

SPECIAL OFFERS<br />

Exchange your equipment once during<br />

the rental period at no extra cost<br />

Free Arctic Adventure taster –<br />

see page 98<br />

Free thermal arctic suit & boots –<br />

see page 98<br />

97


FINLAND – YLLÄS<br />

YLLÄS PRE-BOOKABLE ACTIVITIES<br />

SNOWMOBILE & HUSKY<br />

SAFARI<br />

MONDAY 13:30 – APPROX. 3HRS<br />

Code: Z5164/49/39<br />

This daytime snowmobile safari is for<br />

the adventurous, travelling through<br />

the wilderness for about 45 minutes<br />

until you reach a husky centre where<br />

you’ll learn about husky breeding and<br />

training before having a go at husky<br />

sledding along a 3km route. Hot drinks<br />

and snacks are provided around an<br />

open fire before the return journey.<br />

£113 per adult.<br />

CROSS COUNTRY TASTER<br />

TUESDAY 10:00 – APPROX. 2HRS<br />

Code: Z5175/76<br />

A 2hr morning taster session with an<br />

experienced instructor who will show<br />

you techniques as well as giving you<br />

feedback as you try cross country<br />

skiing along snowy trails for the first<br />

time. Equipment rental included.<br />

£41 per adult / £21 per child.<br />

REINDEER SAFARI<br />

TUESDAY 15:00 – APPROX. 2HRS<br />

Code: Z5167/41<br />

An afternoon excursion to a reindeer<br />

centre where you’ll enjoy a 4km sleigh<br />

ride (approx. 40mins) through the<br />

wilderness, followed by hot drinks,<br />

snacks and tales of traditional reindeer<br />

herding in a ‘kota’ (traditional Lappish<br />

hut).<br />

£100 per adult / £71 per child.<br />

FREE ARCTIC ADVENTURES TASTER<br />

SUNDAY<br />

Code: Z5135<br />

We’re offering Neilson guests an<br />

amazing chance to try out a couple of<br />

the most popular winter activities for<br />

free in this 2 hour taster. Taking place<br />

close to the centre of Ylläs, you get the<br />

chance to try:<br />

• A short snowmobiling taster<br />

• Snowshoeing in the forest<br />

Afterwards, everyone can enjoy a mug<br />

of traditional hot berry juice.<br />

THE SNOW VILLAGE<br />

ICE HOTEL<br />

<strong>The</strong> Snow Village is an awesome<br />

sight - its walls and interiors are<br />

made entirely of ice and beautiful<br />

frozen sculptures adorn its rooms<br />

and courtyards. Inside a<br />

magnificent ice dome houses an<br />

ice bar and large ice restaurant.<br />

For overnight guests, there are<br />

heated rooms, bathroom &<br />

kitchen facilities, a sauna and a<br />

heated restaurant where breakfast<br />

is taken.<br />

SAFARI UNDER THE<br />

STARS<br />

WEDNESDAY 19:00 – APPROX. 3HRS<br />

Code: Z5146/70/38<br />

This evening snowmobiling safari<br />

takes you through snow-covered<br />

forests for about an hour to a<br />

traditional hut where you’ll be<br />

offered hot drinks and snacks and<br />

hear tales, some fact, some fiction<br />

about Lapland and learn about the<br />

Northern lights before returning<br />

home. If you’re lucky, the lights will<br />

come out to play.<br />

£98 per adult.<br />

SEARCH FOR SANTA<br />

THURSDAY 17:00 – APPROX. 1.5HRS<br />

Code: Z5145<br />

Visit a magical place just outside Ylläs<br />

where you can meet Santa. Join the<br />

elves and enjoy helping them to<br />

decorate their Christmas cookies and<br />

have a go at snowtubing or<br />

tobogganing. Together with Santa’s<br />

elves, you’ll search the grounds before<br />

meeting the legend himself in his<br />

underground grotto.<br />

£42 per person.<br />

Note: If you choose to combine this<br />

excursion with the Snow Village Tour<br />

& Gala dinner a discounted rate is<br />

available.<br />

ICE FISHING SAFARI<br />

FRIDAY 10:00 – APPROX. 3HRS<br />

Code: Z5168/32/37<br />

Join a snowmobile safari to a frozen<br />

lake to try your luck at ice fishing.<br />

This offer is available to guests who book before<br />

31/08/09 on all departure dates except 19th<br />

and 26th Dec 2009. Guests staying in<br />

properties away from the centre will be<br />

transferred to and from their property. Children<br />

4-14 yrs travel in a sleigh behind the guide’s<br />

snowmobile. Minimum age to drive snowmobile<br />

is 17 yrs - valid drivers licence must be shown.<br />

Price for guests not eligible for free offer:<br />

£23 per adult / £16 per child.<br />

SNOW VILLAGE TOUR, GALA<br />

DINNER & ICE PARTY<br />

THURSDAY 19:00 – APPROX. 3.5HRS<br />

Code: Z5169/34<br />

An evening excursion to the magical<br />

Snow Village for a tour of the grounds<br />

before welcome drinks in the ice bar<br />

and a three course buffet style gala<br />

dinner in the ice restaurant.<br />

Afterwards, a party in the ice bar<br />

where a DJ will be mixing the tunes.<br />

£95 per adult / £50 per child.<br />

SNOW VILLAGE TOUR, GALA<br />

DINNER, ICE PARTY & SEARCH FOR<br />

SANTA<br />

THURSDAY 17:00 – APPROX. 5HRS<br />

Code: Z5177<br />

£128 per adult / £84 per child.<br />

98 Click www.neilson.co.uk/yllas call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

You’ll be given some expert<br />

instruction so you’ve got a<br />

good chance of catching<br />

something! Hot drinks and<br />

snacks are served by an open<br />

fire before the return journey.<br />

£99 per adult.<br />

HUSKY SAFARI<br />

FRIDAY 16:00 – APPROX.<br />

2HRS<br />

Code: Z5147/33<br />

A trip to a husky centre where<br />

you will be given instructions<br />

on how to drive your own<br />

team of huskies on a 5km safari<br />

through Lappish scenery,<br />

followed by hot drinks &<br />

snacks, and stories of how<br />

these endearing animals are<br />

trained and looked after.<br />

£80 per adult / £55 per child.<br />

Important: Prices based on 2 adults<br />

sharing a snowmobile or sled. Prices<br />

for 1 adult and children available on<br />

reservation system. Minimum age for<br />

children 4yrs. Child prices applicable<br />

for children aged 4-14yrs. For reindeer<br />

safaris, children must share a sleigh<br />

with an accompanying adult. For<br />

husky safaris, children will share a<br />

sleigh with a guide. For snowmobile<br />

safaris, children will travel in a sleigh<br />

behind the guide’s snowmobile.<br />

Longer safaris not recommended for<br />

small children. Minimum age to drive<br />

a snowmobile is 17yrs and all drivers<br />

must show valid driving license. Trips<br />

are subject to minimum numbers and<br />

weather conditions. Day & excursion<br />

times are approximate and subject to<br />

change.<br />

EXCLUSIVE<br />

FREE THERMAL<br />

ARCTIC SUIT &<br />

BOOTS<br />

On arrival, every Neilson<br />

guest will receive thermal<br />

suits, boots and gloves to<br />

keep for the duration of their<br />

stay, before returning at the<br />

end of the week. <strong>The</strong> suit<br />

ensures warmth during winter<br />

activities but is not ideal for<br />

skiing as it limits mobility and<br />

can be too hot.<br />

SNOW VILLAGE TOUR,<br />

GALA DINNER & ICE PARTY<br />

AND OVERNIGHT STAY<br />

Code: Z5171/73/74<br />

As well as a magical tour, gala<br />

dinner & ice party (see left),<br />

choose to add on a-once-in-alifetime<br />

overnight stay in the<br />

ice hotel. You will be given<br />

full instructions on how to<br />

prepare for your night in your<br />

very own ice room (arctic<br />

thermal sleeping bags are<br />

provided). <strong>The</strong> following<br />

morning, breakfast will be<br />

served in the onsite heated<br />

restaurant.<br />

£200 per adult (prices based<br />

on two adults sharing).


Hotel room<br />

NEILSON CHALET AURORA<br />

This newly built chalet lies in a peaceful location, nestling in a grove of<br />

pine trees – it is an ideal choice for those wanting a quiet, relaxing<br />

break in a stunning setting. It offers a cosy atmosphere with its modern,<br />

stylishly furnished interior and benefits from tall picture windows in the<br />

open plan living area through which you will enjoy the picturesque<br />

surroundings. It is a lovely, spacious chalet – a great place to relax in<br />

after a day out on the slopes.<br />

<strong>The</strong> Chalet Aurora lies 2.5km from the ski base and centre of Ylläs. A<br />

daily private shuttle service is arranged to take you to and from the<br />

slopes; once in the morning and once in the afternoon. Alternatively the<br />

ski bus runs every couple of hours and stops 700m away.<br />

ACCOMMODATION:<br />

GROUND FLOOR: Spacious, open<br />

plan living and dining area<br />

separated by the wood burning<br />

stove with a comfy corner sofa, flat<br />

screen TV, DVD, CD player and big<br />

windows overlooking the forest.<br />

Sauna room with shower and wc,<br />

separate wc and drying room, one<br />

twin bedroom with shower and wc<br />

and one twin bedroom with shower,<br />

wc and private sauna (available at a<br />

supplement).<br />

FIRST FLOOR: Additional seating<br />

area, four twin bedrooms each with<br />

a balcony, ensuite shower and wc.<br />

Two of these bedrooms are<br />

interconnecting.<br />

SAAGA RESORT<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk/yllas call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

YLLÄS – FINLAND<br />

BOARD BASIS: Chalet Board. Daily<br />

breakfast & afternoon tea with<br />

freshly baked cake; home-cooked<br />

three-course evening meal on six<br />

nights served with wine and after<br />

dinner coffee.<br />

Please note: chalet staff live out.<br />

Children are welcome when part of<br />

a group booking the whole chalet.<br />

Generous discounts or free places<br />

may apply when sharing a room<br />

with 2 adults.<br />

PROPERTY CODE: Z51C01<br />

Quality slopeside hotel and two apartment blocks with great facilities<br />

including a spa area. <strong>The</strong> ski bus stops outside and serves the village on<br />

the other side of the fell, 10 mins away.<br />

FACILITIES†: Bar •Café-bar •Lobby<br />

area with open fire •Restaurant •À la<br />

carte restaurant •Weekly live music<br />

•Laundry room •Convenience store<br />

SPA FEATURES†: Free use of 20m<br />

indoor pool, hot tubs, saunas &<br />

steam rooms •Pool bar •Free use of<br />

gym •5 treatment rooms •Massage<br />

& beauty treatments<br />

Important information about Spa<br />

facilities - see page 375.<br />

FOR FAMILIES: Free use of baby<br />

pool •Early dinners •Special menus<br />

HOTEL ROOMS (2-4 PEOPLE):<br />

Spacious twin rooms with double<br />

sofa bed (1 adult or 2 children),<br />

cable TV, pay per view movies,<br />

balcony, internet access, fridge,<br />

drying closet, bathrobes, shower &<br />

wc. Sole use at a supplement.<br />

HOTEL BOARD BASIS: Buffet<br />

breakfast & buffet style evening<br />

meal. Traditional Christmas Day<br />

dinner with private visit from Santa<br />

included. Traditional Finnish<br />

Christmas Eve dinner at a<br />

supplement. Special New Years Eve<br />

dinner with a glass of sparkling wine<br />

included. Food is traditional Finnishstyle,<br />

which is particularly meat &<br />

fish based.<br />

APARTMENTS<br />

ACCOMMODATION: Satellite TV,<br />

internet access, dining area, fully<br />

equippped kitchen, drying closet,<br />

balcony or terrace, private sauna,<br />

shower & wc. Bed linen, towels &<br />

end of stay cleaning (except kitchen<br />

& washing up) included.<br />

1 BEDROOM APARTMENTS (2-4<br />

PEOPLE): Situated in one of 2<br />

blocks, either adjacent to the hotel<br />

(internally connected) or next to the<br />

gondola (approx. 50m away) with<br />

one twin bedroom, double sofa bed<br />

in living area & dining area.<br />

2 BEDROOM APARTMENTS (4-6<br />

PEOPLE): As above with additional<br />

twin bedroom & wc.<br />

APARTMENTS BOARD BASIS: Self<br />

Catering. Breakfast, Evening Meal &<br />

Half Board option available at a<br />

supplement. Two days free board<br />

when pre-booking any board option<br />

on 9th, 16th or 23rd (apts only).<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 84<br />

HOTEL CODE: Z51H00<br />

APARTMENTS CODE: Z51A00<br />

Neilson Rating ••••<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Sleeps 12<br />

6 bedrooms<br />

All bedrooms ensuite<br />

Wood burning stove<br />

Free use of private<br />

sauna<br />

Free wine served with<br />

dinner<br />

Free afternoon tea and<br />

cake<br />

Private shuttle to &<br />

from the slopes<br />

Free thermal arctic suit -<br />

see page 98<br />

Free arctic taster - see<br />

page 98<br />

Unique and charming catered chalets<br />

located in the best resorts<br />

Neilson Rating ••••<br />

<strong>SKI</strong> TO YOUR DOOR<br />

INDOOR POOL<br />

WELLNESS AREA<br />

GOOD FOR FAMILIES<br />

FAMILY ROOMS<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free use of indoor pool,<br />

hot tubs, saunas &<br />

steam rooms<br />

Free arctic taster - see<br />

page 98<br />

Free thermal arctic suit -<br />

see page 98<br />

Free welcome pack<br />

(apts only)<br />

Christmas tree and<br />

decorations for 12th,<br />

19th & 26th Dec<br />

departures (apts only)<br />

Special discount 2-5yrs:<br />

£250 HS; £150 LS<br />

A handpicked selection of hotels<br />

offering first class spa facilities<br />

99


100<br />

FINLAND – YLLÄS<br />

Basic Holiday Prices in £s per adult from<br />

the amounts shown.<br />

Chalet Aurora<br />

12 Dec- 19 Dec- 26 Dec- 02 Jan- 23 Jan- 06 Feb- 13 Feb-<br />

Nts 18 Dec 25 Dec 01 Jan 22 Jan 05 Feb 12 Feb 20 Feb<br />

Supplements in £s per person per night from:<br />

(Unless otherwise stated)<br />

Z51C01 Chalet Board Chalet 7 569 945 1035 509 589 635 1085<br />

Chalet: Sole use of twin £30, Private sauna £2<br />

25%<br />

Saaga Resort Hotel<br />

Z51H00 Half Board Room 2/4 7 615 879 999 575 605 729 1055<br />

Room 2/4: Sole use of twin £20, 3rd & 4th Adult redn. £38<br />

35%<br />

Saaga Resort Apartments<br />

Z51A00 Self Catering Apt 2/4 7 425 685 795 425 459 525 855<br />

Apt 2/4: Breakfast £7, Half Board £18, Evening Meal £12,<br />

3 share £4, 2 share £11<br />

10%<br />

Apt 4/6: Breakfast £7, Half Board £18, Evening Meal £12,<br />

Apt 4/6 7 405 665 775 405 439 505 835 5share£1,4share£3<br />

Hotel Yllas Rinne<br />

Z51H01 Half Board Room 2/4 7 419 719 829 425 459 515 829<br />

Room 2/4: Sole use of twin £30, 3rd & 4th Adult redn. £12<br />

45%<br />

Aparthotel On Piste<br />

Studio 2/4: Half Board £24<br />

Z51H02/HS2 Half Board Studio 2/4 7 485 779 889 479 515 589 955<br />

10%<br />

Apt 2/6 7 395 689 799 389 425 499 865<br />

Apt 2/6: Half Board £24, 3 share £9, 2 share £27<br />

Prices are a guide only & will be confirmed on enquiry. Adult prices in £ sterling start from the amounts shown & apply to selected flight departures between each date range based on current charges & costs. Prices may go up or down & supplements (e.g. flight &/or fuel), or reductions may apply. Supplements ‘from’ are based on low season dates. For full details on how to price your holiday, charges,<br />

supplements & surcharges see ‘Your Holiday Price’ page 368. For important Holiday Information & Booking Conditions see pages 368 - 385. †Some facilities may incur a local charge. LOW 05-11Dec,02-29Jan.MID 12-18Dec,30Jan-12Feb,27Mar-10Apr.HIGH 19 Dec - 01 Jan, 13 - 19 Feb. NS100a<br />

LIFT PASS (6 DAYS)<br />

Adult (12-64yrs) .......................................................... £99<br />

Child (7-11yrs) ............................................................ £65<br />

Senior (65yrs+) .......................................................... £65<br />

Lift pass covers Yllas ski area. Free lift pass for children<br />

0-6yrs, children wearing a helmet and accompanied by skiing<br />

adults do not require a lift pass. Includes handsfree keycard.<br />

<strong>SKI</strong>ER’S PACK (6 DAYS)<br />

Adult - Complete Beginner†† ...................................... £195<br />

Adult - Intermediate .................................................... £275<br />

Child - Complete Beginner†† ...................................... £175<br />

Child - Intermediate .................................................... £215<br />

Ski Pack Ages: Adult = 12yrs+, Child = 7-11yrs.<br />

Includes: 5 days x 1hrs30m tuition, 6 days lift pass & 6 days<br />

standard ski & boot hire. Includes handsfree keycard.<br />

HOTEL YLLÄSRINNE<br />

This family-friendly hotel provides a welcoming atmosphere in a quiet,<br />

scenic location 3km from Ylläs ski base. <strong>The</strong> ski bus stops outside &<br />

serves the ski base.<br />

FACILITIES†: Bar •Two lounges<br />

•Restaurant •Free use of sauna &<br />

small gym •Hot tub •Heated ski<br />

lockers<br />

FOR FAMILIES: Children’s playroom<br />

(unsupervised) •Early dinners<br />

ROOMS (2-4 PEOPLE): Twin rooms<br />

or family rooms offering additional<br />

mezzanine level with twin beds, TV,<br />

small fridge, hairdryer, shower &<br />

wc.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board. Buffet<br />

breakfast and three course buffet<br />

style evening meal. À la carte menu<br />

at a supplement. Special Christmas<br />

& New Year meals included.<br />

APARTHOTEL ON PISTE<br />

<strong>SNOWBOARD</strong>ER’S PACK (6 DAYS)<br />

Adult - Complete Beginner†† ...................................... £195<br />

Adult - Intermediate .................................................... £335<br />

Child - Complete Beginner†† ...................................... £165<br />

Child - Intermediate .................................................... £285<br />

Snowboard Pack Ages: Adult = 12yrs+, Child = 8-11yrs.<br />

Includes: 5 days x 1hrs30m tuition, 6 days lift pass & 6 days<br />

standard snowboard & boot hire. Includes handsfree keycard.<br />

YLLAS <strong>SKI</strong> PACK<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 50<br />

PROPERTY CODE: Z51H01<br />

Built in traditional Finnish style, this property offers well-appointed<br />

accommodation in an excellent ski in-ski out location, and is adjacent to<br />

Ylläs ski base and cross country trails. It offers excellent food, personal<br />

service, friendly atmosphere and is a great choice for families and<br />

friends.<br />

FACILITIES†: Restaurant •Bar •Free<br />

Wifi<br />

ACCOMMODATION: Cable TV &<br />

CD player, kitchen with 2 ring hob,<br />

microwave, dishwasher, fridge,<br />

coffee maker, kettle & toaster,<br />

private sauna, hairdryer, shower &<br />

wc. Bed linen, towels and end of<br />

stay cleaning (except kitchen &<br />

washing up) included.<br />

STUDIOS (2-4 PEOPLE): (21m 2 )<br />

Double bed and double sofa bed<br />

(sleeping one or two children only)<br />

in the living area. Space limited if<br />

maximum occupancy taken.<br />

LOFT STYLE APARTMENTS (2-6<br />

PEOPLE): (35m 2 ) Double sofa bed<br />

(for children only) in living area &<br />

four single beds on mezzanine level.<br />

Space limited if maximum<br />

occupancy taken.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Self Catering. Half<br />

Board available at a supplement.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 10<br />

PROPERTY CODE: Z51H02/HS2<br />

<strong>SKI</strong>/BOARD EQUIPMENT (6 DAYS) ADULT CHILD *<br />

Skis & boots standard ................................. £79 £79<br />

Skis & boots superior .................................. £89 £89<br />

Skis only standard ...................................... £49 £49<br />

Skis only superior ....................................... £79 £79<br />

Snowboard & boots .................................... £125 £125<br />

Snowboard only ......................................... £85 £85<br />

Cross country skis and boots ...................... £75 £75<br />

Helmet ** ................................................... - FREE<br />

*Child skis & boots = 3-11yrs. *Child board & boots =<br />

8-11yrs. **Child equipment hire includes helmet hire.<br />

Neilson Rating •••<br />

Neilson Rating •••+<br />

FREE CHILD PLACES<br />

<strong>SKI</strong> IN <strong>SKI</strong> OUT<br />

Child %<br />

discount<br />

<strong>SKI</strong>/BOARD TUITION<br />

Adult ski school (5x1hr30m) ....................................... £110<br />

Child ski school (5x1hr30m) ....................................... £99<br />

Adult Snowboard school (5x1hr30m) ........................ £110<br />

Child Snowboard school (5x1hr30m) ......................... £99<br />

Child ski school = 4-11yrs. Child snowboard school =<br />

8-11yrs.<br />

IMPORTANT: †† Complete beginner = Ability Level 0, Intermediate = Ability Level 1-4. Ability levels must be stated at the time of booking - see page 13 for details. Special Offers may be withdrawn at any time. Prices are in £s and are approximate - please see reservation system, our website or call us for more details.<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk/yllas call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free use of sauna & hot<br />

tub<br />

Free arctic taster - see<br />

page 98<br />

Free thermal arctic suit -<br />

see page 98<br />

Special discount 2-5 yrs:<br />

£250 HS; £150 LS<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free use of private<br />

sauna<br />

Free arctic taster - see<br />

page 98<br />

Free arctic thermal suit -<br />

see page 98


FREE ARCTIC ADVENTURE TASTER • FESTIVE ACTIVITIES • CHILD EQUIPMENT OFFER<br />

• <strong>SKI</strong> LEADING • GOOD FOR FAMILIES<br />

ACTIVITIES<br />

• Snow Village Ice Hotel<br />

• Northern Lights Safaris<br />

• Husky Dogsledding<br />

• Snowmobiling Safaris<br />

• Reindeer Safaris<br />

• Ice Fishing<br />

• Night Skiing<br />

• Snowshoeing<br />

• Cross Country Skiing<br />

• Visit Santa Excursions<br />

• Traditional ‘Sami’ Dinners<br />

• Horse Riding<br />

• Leisure Centre with Pool<br />

• Kick Sledging<br />

• Karaoke Bars<br />

• Helicopter Rides<br />

• Parapenting<br />

PRE-BOOKABLE ACTIVITIES<br />

With a range of activities for everyone,<br />

Finland really is a fantastic all-round<br />

destination. Please see page 102 for a<br />

choice of exciting and adventurous<br />

activities. Pre-book now to avoid<br />

disappointment.<br />

Situated 170km north of the Arctic<br />

circle, Levi is Finland’s most famous<br />

resort, hosting many a World Cup ski<br />

event and competition. <strong>The</strong> resort<br />

attracts visitors from all corners of the<br />

globe, seeking extraordinary<br />

experiences that only Lapland can<br />

offer. Wrapped up snug in the back of<br />

a husky sled, racing along frozen<br />

expanses by snowmobile or visit<br />

Santa’s magical village - you’ll<br />

experience activities here you simply<br />

won’t find elsewhere. No surprise<br />

then that, for most people, skiing is<br />

definitely not the only thing on the<br />

LIFT PASS & TUITION<br />

PRICE PROMISE<br />

See page 371<br />

holiday agenda. Like the magical<br />

midwinter skies, the village centre<br />

offers a unique charm, its streets lined<br />

with attractively lit restaurants and<br />

bars and many an entrance way<br />

adorned with beautiful ice sculptures.<br />

Combine all this with a snowsure<br />

climate, pleasantly crowd-free<br />

slopes and stunning arctic scenery,<br />

and you can see why most visitors<br />

leave promising themselves they’ll be<br />

back for more before too long.<br />

LEVI – FINLAND<br />

“…<strong>The</strong> resort attracts<br />

visitors from all<br />

corners of the globe,<br />

seeking<br />

extraordinary<br />

experiences that only<br />

Lapland can offer.”<br />

Fair Excellent<br />

BEGINNERS<br />

INTERMEDIATES<br />

ADVANCED<br />

OFF-PISTE<br />

NON <strong>SKI</strong>ERS<br />

FAMILIES<br />

NIGHTLIFE<br />

MOUNTAIN<br />

Skiing Altitude 203m–533m<br />

Resort Altitude 203m<br />

Pistes 40km<br />

Number of Runs 44<br />

2% 7% 50% 41%<br />

Number of lifts 26<br />

Drags 24 / Chairs 1 / Gondolas 2<br />

Longest Run 2.5km<br />

Direction of Slopes N,S,E,W<br />

Terrain Parks yes<br />

Half Pipe yes<br />

Cross Country Trails 230km<br />

Night Skiing 15<br />

Mountain Restaurants 7<br />

Snowmaking 32% runs covered<br />

Resort Ski Bus yes<br />

Please note: During the months of December<br />

and January, the resort will plan to open<br />

approximately 20km of pistes as these slopes<br />

are floodlit and daylight hours are limited.<br />

FAMILY<br />

Babycare 0-23 months<br />

Crèche 2-12yrs<br />

Ski School 7yrs+<br />

See page 373 or<br />

neilson.co.uk/childcare for more info.<br />

TRAVEL<br />

Departure Airports Heathrow<br />

Destination Airports Kittila<br />

Season 12 Dec–13 Feb<br />

Departure Day Saturday<br />

Flight Guide See page 384<br />

Transfer Time 20mins<br />

Private taxi transfers available -<br />

please call us for details<br />

SPECIAL OFFERS<br />

Free child skis & boots per adult prebooking<br />

the same – valid all season<br />

Free use of ski lifts (for adults & children)<br />

whilst in ski & board school. It is<br />

necessary to purchase a lift pass if you<br />

wish to use ski lifts outside of lesson<br />

times.<br />

Free Arctic Adventure taster & free<br />

thermal arctic suit & boots – see page 98<br />

101


FINLAND – LEVI<br />

LEVI PRE-BOOKABLE ACTIVITIES<br />

SNOWMOBILE & HUSKY<br />

SAFARI<br />

MONDAY 13:30 – APPROX. 3HRS<br />

Code: Z5049/52/50<br />

This daytime snowmobile safari is for<br />

the adventurous, travelling through the<br />

wilderness for about 45 minutes until<br />

you reach a husky centre where you’ll<br />

learn about husky breeding and<br />

training before having a go at husky<br />

sledding along a 3km route. Hot drinks<br />

and snacks are provided around an<br />

open fire before the return journey.<br />

£113 per adult.<br />

CROSS COUNTRY TASTER<br />

TUESDAY 10:00 – APPROX. 2HRS<br />

Code: Z5064/65<br />

A 2hr morning taster session with an<br />

experienced instructor who will show<br />

you techniques as well as giving you<br />

feedback as you try cross country skiing<br />

along snowy trails for the first time.<br />

Equipment rental included.<br />

£41 per adult / £21 per child.<br />

REINDEER SAFARI<br />

TUESDAY 15:00 – APPROX. 2HRS<br />

Code: Z5035/51<br />

An afternoon excursion to a reindeer<br />

centre where you’ll enjoy a 4km sleigh<br />

ride (approx. 40mins) through the<br />

wilderness, followed by hot drinks and<br />

snacks and tales of traditional reindeer<br />

herding in a ‘kota’ (traditional Lappish<br />

hut).<br />

£100 per adult / £71 per child.<br />

FREE ARCTIC ADVENTURES TASTER<br />

SUNDAY<br />

Code: Z5031<br />

We’re offering Neilson guests an<br />

amazing chance to try out a couple of<br />

the most popular winter activities for<br />

free in this 2 hour taster. Taking place<br />

close to the centre of Ylläs, you get the<br />

chance to try:<br />

• A short snowmobiling taster<br />

• Snowshoeing in the forest<br />

Afterwards, everyone can enjoy a mug<br />

of traditional hot berry juice.<br />

THE SNOW VILLAGE<br />

ICE HOTEL<br />

<strong>The</strong> Snow Village is an awesome<br />

sight - its walls and interiors are<br />

made entirely of ice and beautiful<br />

frozen sculptures adorn its rooms<br />

and courtyards. Inside a magnificent<br />

ice dome house an ice bar and large<br />

ice restaurant. For overnight guests,<br />

there are heated rooms, bathroom<br />

& kitchen facilities, a sauna and a<br />

heated restaurant where breakfast is<br />

taken.<br />

SAFARI UNDER THE STARS<br />

WEDNESDAY 19:00 – APPROX. 3HRS<br />

Code: Z5042/45/33<br />

This evening snowmobiling safari takes<br />

your through snow-covered forests for<br />

about an hour to a traditional hut<br />

where you’ll be offered hot drinks and<br />

snacks and hear tales, some fact, some<br />

fiction about Lapland and learn about<br />

the Northern lights before returning<br />

home. If you’re lucky, the lights will<br />

come out to play.<br />

£98 per adult.<br />

SEARCH FOR SANTA<br />

THURSDAY 17:00 – APPROX. 1.5HRS<br />

Code: Z5036<br />

Visit a magical place just outside Ylläs<br />

where you can meet Santa. Join the<br />

elves and enjoy helping them to<br />

decorate their Christmas cookies and<br />

have a go at snow tubing or<br />

tobogganing. Together with Santa’s<br />

elves, you’ll search the grounds before<br />

meeting the legend himself in his<br />

underground grotto.<br />

£42 per person.<br />

Note: If you choose to combine this<br />

excursion with the Snow Village Tour &<br />

Gala dinner a discounted rate is<br />

available. Please see below.<br />

ICE FISHING SAFARI<br />

FRIDAY 10:00 – APPROX. 3HRS<br />

Code: Z5053/47/54<br />

Join a snowmobile safari to a frozen lake<br />

to try your luck at ice fishing. You’ll be<br />

given some expert instruction so you’ve<br />

got a good chance of catching<br />

something! Hot drinks and snacks are<br />

served by an open fire before the return<br />

journey.<br />

£99 per adult.<br />

This offer is available to guests who book before<br />

31/08/09 on all departure dates except 19th<br />

and 26th Dec 2009. Guests staying in<br />

properties away from the centre will be<br />

transferred to and from their property. Children<br />

4-14 yrs travel in a sleigh behind the guide’s<br />

snowmobile. Minimum age to drive snowmobile<br />

is 17 yrs - valid drivers licence must be shown.<br />

Price for guests not eligible for free offer:<br />

£23 per adult, £16 per child.<br />

SNOW VILLAGE TOUR, GALA<br />

DINNER & ICE PARTY<br />

THURSDAY 19:00 – APPROX. 3.5HRS<br />

Code: Z5057/59<br />

An evening excursion to the magical<br />

Snow Village for a tour of the grounds<br />

before welcome drinks in the ice bar<br />

and a three course buffet style gala<br />

dinner in the ice restaurant.<br />

Afterwards, a party in the ice bar<br />

where a DJ will be mixing the tunes.<br />

£95 per adult / £50 per child.<br />

SNOW VILLAGE TOUR, GALA<br />

DINNER, ICE PARTY & SEARCH FOR<br />

SANTA<br />

THURSDAY 17:00 – APPROX. 5HRS<br />

Code: Z5066<br />

£128 per adult / £84 per child.<br />

102 Click www.neilson.co.uk/levi call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

HUSKY SAFARI<br />

FRIDAY 16:00 – APPROX.<br />

2HRS<br />

Code: Z5034/55<br />

A trip to a husky centre where<br />

you will be given instructions<br />

on how to drive your own<br />

team of huskies on a 5km<br />

safari through Lappish scenery,<br />

followed by hot drinks &<br />

snacks, and stories of how<br />

these endearing animals are<br />

trained and looked after.<br />

£80 per adult / £55 per<br />

child.<br />

TRADITIONAL<br />

‘SAMI’ FEAST<br />

Code: Z5032<br />

This traditional Lappish<br />

restaurant is housed in a<br />

wooden hut within Hotel K5’s<br />

grounds. <strong>The</strong> atmosphere<br />

inside is unique. Delicious<br />

aromas of food cooking on the<br />

open fire fill the room.<br />

£36 per adult / £17 per child<br />

(4-12yrs).<br />

See page 370 for important<br />

information<br />

EXCLUSIVE<br />

FREE THERMAL<br />

ARCTIC SUIT &<br />

BOOTS<br />

On arrival, every Neilson<br />

guest will receive thermal<br />

suits, boots and gloves to<br />

keep for the duration of<br />

their stay, before returning<br />

at the end of the week. <strong>The</strong><br />

suit ensures warmth during<br />

winter activities but is not<br />

ideal for skiing as it limits<br />

mobility and can be too<br />

hot.<br />

SNOW VILLAGE TOUR,<br />

GALA DINNER & ICE PARTY<br />

AND OVERNIGHT STAY<br />

Code: Z5058/62/63<br />

As well as a magical tour, gala<br />

dinner & ice party (see left),<br />

choose to add on a-once-in-alifetime<br />

overnight stay in the<br />

ice hotel. You will be given<br />

full instructions on how to<br />

prepare for your night in your<br />

very own ice room (arctic<br />

thermal sleeping bags are<br />

provided). <strong>The</strong> following<br />

morning, breakfast will be<br />

served in the onsite heated<br />

restaurant.<br />

£200 per adult (prices<br />

based on two adults<br />

sharing).


Typical interior<br />

NEILSON CHALET K5 I<br />

This comfortable chalet is set in K5’s peaceful wooded grounds just<br />

100m from the resort centre and 400m from the ski lifts and slopes. <strong>The</strong><br />

warm, cosy lounge looks out onto cross country trails which weave<br />

through the snow-covered woods surrounding the property.<br />

ACCOMMODATION:<br />

GROUND FLOOR: Open-plan, cosy<br />

lounge area with log fire, cable TV,<br />

DVD & video player, CD player, free<br />

internet connection, dining area and<br />

terrace, one twin bedroom, shared<br />

shower room with private sauna,<br />

separate wc and basin, ski room<br />

with drying cabinet and washing<br />

machine.<br />

FIRST FLOOR: Staircase leading to<br />

mezzanine area, three twin<br />

bedrooms sharing a shower room<br />

and wc. One pull out bed available<br />

(better suited to a child).<br />

NEILSON CHALET K5 II<br />

BOARD BASIS: Chalet Board. Daily<br />

breakfast & afternoon tea with<br />

freshly baked cake, home-cooked<br />

three course evening meal on six<br />

nights served with wine and after<br />

dinner coffee.<br />

Please note: chalet staff live out.<br />

Children are welcome when part of<br />

a group booking the whole chalet.<br />

Generous discounts or free places<br />

may apply when sharing a room<br />

with two adults.<br />

<strong>The</strong>re is an interconnecting door<br />

between Chalet K5 I and Chalet K5<br />

II if one group wishes to book both<br />

chalets.<br />

PROPERTY CODE: Z50C00<br />

Located next door to the Neilson Chalet K5, this Scandinavian style<br />

chalet is set in a beautiful wooded area and is great choice for a unique<br />

chalet experience. It offers a homely atmosphere and modern facilities<br />

including the added luxury of a private sauna and log fire. <strong>The</strong> chalet is<br />

ideally located only 100m from the resort centre and 400m from the<br />

slopes.<br />

ACCOMMODATION:<br />

GROUND FLOOR: Open-plan, cosy<br />

lounge area with log fire, cable TV,<br />

DVD & video player, CD player,<br />

telephone & free internet<br />

connection, dining area and terrace,<br />

one twin bedroom, shared shower<br />

room with private sauna, separate<br />

wc and basin, ski room with drying<br />

cabinet and washing machine.<br />

FIRST FLOOR: Staircase leading to<br />

mezzanine area, three twin<br />

bedrooms sharing a shower room<br />

and wc. One extra pull-out bed<br />

available (better suited to a child).<br />

Typical interior<br />

BOARD BASIS: Chalet Board. Daily<br />

breakfast & afternoon tea with<br />

freshly baked cake; home-cooked<br />

three course evening meal on six<br />

nights served with wine and after<br />

dinner coffee.<br />

Please note: chalet staff live out.<br />

Children are welcome when part of<br />

a group booking the whole chalet.<br />

Generous discounts or free places<br />

may apply when sharing a room<br />

with two adults.<br />

<strong>The</strong>re is an interconnecting door<br />

between Chalet K5 1 and Chalet K5<br />

2 if one group wishes to book both<br />

chalets.<br />

PROPERTY CODE: Z50C01<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk/levi call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

LEVI – FINLAND<br />

Neilson Rating ••••<br />

CENTRAL LOCATION<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Sleeps 8-9 people<br />

4 Bedrooms<br />

Log Fire<br />

Free use of private<br />

sauna<br />

Free wine served with<br />

dinner<br />

Free afternoon tea &<br />

cake<br />

Free arctic taster - see<br />

page 102<br />

Free thermal arctic suit -<br />

see page 102<br />

Free use of fitness room<br />

at Hotel K5<br />

Free use of cross<br />

country ski and<br />

snowshoe equipment<br />

Unique and charming catered chalets<br />

located in the best resorts<br />

Neilson Rating ••••<br />

CENTRAL LOCATION<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Sleeps 8-9 people<br />

4 bedrooms<br />

Log Fire<br />

Free use of Private<br />

Sauna<br />

Free wine served with<br />

dinner<br />

Free afternoon tea and<br />

cake<br />

Free arctic taster - see<br />

page 102<br />

Free thermal arctic suit -<br />

see page 102<br />

Free use of fitness room<br />

at Hotel K5<br />

Free use of cross<br />

country ski and<br />

snowshoe equipment<br />

Unique and charming catered chalets<br />

located in the best resorts<br />

103


104<br />

FINLAND – LEVI<br />

HOTEL HULLU PORO<br />

Known as the Crazy Reindeer, the Hullu Poro complex is 250m from the<br />

resort centre and ski slopes. It comprises of a main hotel wing & three<br />

buildings housing apartments & restaurants. It provides guests with a<br />

rustic Lappish atmosphere and excellent facilities.<br />

FACILITIES†: Lobby with bar and<br />

open fire •Lounge area •Four<br />

restaurants (buffet, à la carte,<br />

traditional, steakhouse) •Karaoke bar<br />

•Nightclub •Free use of saunas,<br />

steam room, hot tubs, plunge pool<br />

& fitness room •Massage •Beauty<br />

salon •Hairdresser •Free use of<br />

internet corner •Early dinners<br />

•Special menus •Milk/food heating<br />

ROOMS (2-3 PEOPLE): In the main<br />

hotel, 22m 2 twin rooms that can<br />

take an extra child bed, TV, pay-perview<br />

movies, fridge, kettle, balcony,<br />

bathroom with bath, shower & wc.<br />

LEVI ALPHOUSE APARTMENTS<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board. Meals<br />

taken in Hullo Poro Restaurant.<br />

Deluxe Dine Around option available<br />

at a supplement (see our website for<br />

details).<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 157<br />

PROPERTY CODE: Z50H00<br />

Levi Alphouse studios enjoy a prime location in front of the main slopes,<br />

100m from the nearest lift and 250m from the ski school meeting<br />

point. Levi’s good choice of bars, shops and restaurants are all within<br />

easy walking distance. Extremely well-equipped and very comfortable,<br />

this is the perfect choice for couples looking for a cosy, central base.<br />

ACCOMMODATION: Living area<br />

with cable TV, DVD/CD player,<br />

internet connection, well-equipped<br />

kitchen with two ring hob,<br />

dishwasher, fridge-freezer,<br />

microwave, kettle, coffee machine,<br />

ensuite shower & wc, balcony,<br />

private sauna, hairdryer & small<br />

drying cupboard. Bed linen, towels<br />

and end of stay cleaning (except<br />

kitchen & washing up) included.<br />

STUDIOS (2 PEOPLE): 20m 2 studios<br />

with twin beds.<br />

LEVI CABINS<br />

BOARD BASIS: Self Catering.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★<br />

PROPERTY CODE: Z50A02<br />

Situated on the outskirts of Levi, these cabins are furnished to a high<br />

standard. <strong>The</strong> village centre & ski base are 2.5km away while the<br />

nearest lift is 1km away, served by the free ski bus which stops between<br />

50-200m away.<br />

CABINS (2-5 PEOPLE): One<br />

Scandinavian twin bedroom, plus<br />

four single beds on a mezzanine<br />

level, living area with log fire, cable<br />

TV, radio, CD player, fully equipped<br />

kitchen, shower & wc & private<br />

sauna. Bed linen & towels provided.<br />

CABINS (2-6 PEOPLE): Similar to<br />

above with Scandinavian twin<br />

bedroom, one triple room and a<br />

single bed on a mezzanine level,<br />

plus video player.<br />

DELUXE CABINS (2-6 PEOPLE):<br />

Similar to above with Scandinavian<br />

twin bedroom, one triple room and<br />

a double sofa bed on the mezzanine<br />

level, plus DVD & video player. Food<br />

delivery service available locally.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Self Catering. Food<br />

delivery service available locally.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★★<br />

PROPERTY CODE: Z50A03/AS3<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk/levi call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

Neilson Rating ••••<br />

CENTRAL LOCATION<br />

WELLNESS AREA<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free use of sauna, steam<br />

room, hot tub and<br />

plunge pool<br />

Free arctic taster - see<br />

page 102<br />

Free thermal arctic suit -<br />

see page 102<br />

Deluxe Dine Around<br />

option at a supplement<br />

Neilson Rating ••••<br />

CENTRAL LOCATION<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free use of private<br />

sauna<br />

Free arctic taster see<br />

page 102<br />

Free thermal arctic suit -<br />

see page 102<br />

Neilson Rating ••••<br />

FREE CHILD PLACES<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free welcome pack on<br />

arrival<br />

Free arctic taster - see<br />

page 102<br />

Free thermal arctic suit -<br />

see page 102<br />

VALUE<br />

No frills accommodation at a cheaper price<br />

– where it's the skiing that really counts!


HOTEL K5 LEVI<br />

This stylish hotel offers a relaxed atmosphere and spacious rooms. Set in<br />

beautiful wooded grounds in the heart of Levi, 400m from the base of<br />

the ski slopes and adjacent to cross country and hiking trails.<br />

FACILITIES†: Bar •Café •Lounge<br />

with open fire •Restaurant •À la<br />

carte restaurant •Traditional Lappish<br />

restaurant •Outdoor ‘kota’ •Wine<br />

cellar •Free use of fitness room<br />

FOR FAMILIES: Children’s room<br />

with Playstation, toys, games •Early<br />

dinners •Special menus<br />

ROOMS (2-3 PEOPLE): Twin rooms<br />

which can take a third bed on<br />

request with balcony, cable TV,<br />

DVD, internet connection, kettle,<br />

drying cupboard, hairdryer, shower,<br />

wc and private sauna or spa bath.<br />

MEZZANINE ROOMS (2-5<br />

PEOPLE): Twin bedroom, which can<br />

take an extra bed on request, with a<br />

staircase leading up to a mezzanine<br />

level with twin beds and private<br />

sauna.<br />

HOTEL SOKOS<br />

BOARD BASIS: Bed & Breakfast.<br />

Evening Meal option available at a<br />

supplement. Special Christmas &<br />

New Year Gala meals included.<br />

Please note; there are two sittings<br />

for Christmas eve dinner - we have<br />

selected the later sitting for you at<br />

8pm. If you prefer the 4pm sitting,<br />

please contact our reservations team<br />

at least 7 days before departure.<br />

Santa will make a visit at the 4pm<br />

sitting.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 35<br />

PROPERTY CODE: Z50H01/HS1<br />

Hotel Sokos is the newest 4 star development in Levi. Located in the<br />

heart of the village, 100m from the main slopes and 200m from the ski<br />

lifts, the complex provides quality hotel accommodation. <strong>The</strong> hotel<br />

interiors are designed to meet the highest expectations of international<br />

guests while offering a relaxed, cosy atmosphere.<br />

FACILITIES†: Breakfast area<br />

•Café/lobby bar •Sauna area with<br />

hot tub •Outdoor hot tub on terrace<br />

•Heated ski storage •Free Wifi<br />

•Laundry room<br />

ROOMS (2-3 PEOPLE): Twin rooms<br />

which can take a third bed with<br />

flatscreen TV, pay-on-demand TV,<br />

minibar, mini-safe, hairdryer and<br />

ensuite shower and wc. Superior<br />

sauna room, some which can sleep a<br />

third person available at a<br />

supplement. Rooms for sole use<br />

available on request and at a<br />

supplement.<br />

LARGER SUPERIOR ROOMS (2-4<br />

PEOPLE): Larger twin rooms with a<br />

double sleeper sofa (suitable for 1<br />

adult or 2 children). Facilities as<br />

above plus private sauna and tea &<br />

coffee making facilities.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Bed & Breakfast.<br />

Breakfast is buffet style<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 202<br />

PROPERTY CODE: Z50H03<br />

LEVI – FINLAND<br />

Neilson Rating ••••<br />

CENTRAL LOCATION<br />

FOUR OR MORE<br />

Neilson Rating ••••+<br />

SPECIAL OFFER – FREE CHILD <strong>SKI</strong>S & BOOTS PER ADULT PRE-BOOKING THE SAME – VALID ALL SEASON<br />

Basic Holiday Prices in £s per adult from<br />

12 Dec- 19 Dec- 26 Dec- 02 Jan- 23 Jan- 06 Feb- 13 Feb- Supplements in £s per person per night from: Child %<br />

the amounts shown.<br />

Chalet K5 I<br />

Z50C00 Chalet Board<br />

Chalet K5 II<br />

Z50C01 Chalet Board<br />

Hotel Hullu Poro<br />

Z50H00 Half Board<br />

Levi Alphouse Apartments<br />

Z50A02 Self Catering<br />

Levi Cabins<br />

Z50A03/AS3 Self Catering<br />

Chalet<br />

Chalet<br />

Room 2/3<br />

Studio 2<br />

Cabin 2/5<br />

Nts<br />

7<br />

7<br />

7<br />

7<br />

7<br />

18 Dec<br />

509<br />

509<br />

675<br />

415<br />

369<br />

25 Dec<br />

849<br />

849<br />

975<br />

669<br />

595<br />

01 Jan<br />

939<br />

939<br />

1099<br />

779<br />

699<br />

22 Jan<br />

459<br />

459<br />

689<br />

415<br />

369<br />

05 Feb<br />

535<br />

535<br />

725<br />

449<br />

405<br />

12 Feb<br />

575<br />

575<br />

725<br />

555<br />

459<br />

20 Feb<br />

989<br />

989<br />

1159<br />

839<br />

759<br />

(Unless otherwise stated)<br />

Chalet: Sole use of twin £21, 3rd & 4th adult redn. £16<br />

Chalet: Sole use of twin £21, 3rd & 4th adult redn. £16<br />

Room 2/3: Deluxe Half Board £11, Sole use of twin £28<br />

Cabin 2/5: 4 share £4, 3 share £11, 2 share £24<br />

discount<br />

25%<br />

25%<br />

25%<br />

10%<br />

10%<br />

Cabin 2/6 7 359 585 689 359 395 449 749<br />

Cabin 2/6: 5 share £3, 4 share £7, 3 share £14, 2 share £28<br />

Hotel K5<br />

Z50H01/HS1 Bed & Breakfast<br />

Deluxe Cabin 2/6<br />

Room 2/3<br />

7<br />

7<br />

365<br />

745<br />

589<br />

965<br />

695<br />

1075<br />

365<br />

579<br />

399<br />

609<br />

455<br />

615<br />

755<br />

939<br />

Deluxe Cabin 2/6: 5 share £3, 4 share £7, 3 share £15,<br />

2 share £30<br />

Room 2/3: Twin for sole use £37, Evening Meal £19<br />

45%<br />

Mezzanine Room 2/5 7 569 789 899 499 529 535 849<br />

Mezzanine Room 2/5: Evening Meal £19, 4 share £3,<br />

3 share £8, 2 share £19<br />

Hotel Sokos<br />

Z50H03 Bed & Breakfast Room 2/3 7 615 965 1095 609 645 665 939<br />

Room 2/3: Sole use of twin £14, Superior Sauna room £9,<br />

3rd & 4th Adult redn. £30<br />

10%<br />

Larger superior room 2/3 7 735 1085 1215 729 765 779 1055<br />

Larger superior room 2/3: 3rd & 4th Adult redn. £30<br />

Prices are a guide only & will be confirmed on enquiry. Adult prices in £ sterling start from the amounts shown & apply to selected flight departures between each date range based on current charges & costs. Prices may go up or down & supplements (e.g. flight &/or fuel), or reductions may apply. Supplements ‘from’ are based on low season dates. For full details on how to price your holiday, charges,<br />

supplements & surcharges see ‘Your Holiday Price’ page 368. For important Holiday Information & Booking Conditions see pages 368 - 385. †Some facilities may incur a local charge. LOW 05-11Dec,02-29Jan.MID 12-18Dec,30Jan-12Feb,27Mar-10Apr.HIGH 19 Dec - 01 Jan, 13 - 19 Feb. NS105a<br />

LIFT PASS (6 DAYS)<br />

<strong>SKI</strong>ER’S PACK (6 DAYS)<br />

<strong>SNOWBOARD</strong>ER’S PACK (6 DAYS)<br />

<strong>SKI</strong>/BOARD EQUIPMENT (6 DAYS) ADULT CHILD * <strong>SKI</strong>/BOARD TUITION<br />

Adult (12-59yrs) .......................................................... £105<br />

Child (7-11yrs) ............................................................ £65<br />

Senior (60yrs+) .......................................................... £65<br />

Lift pass covers Levi ski area. Free lift pass for children 0-6yrs,<br />

children wearing a helmet and accompanied by skiing adults<br />

do not require a lift pass.<br />

Adult - Complete Beginner†† ...................................... £199<br />

Adult - Intermediate .................................................... £269<br />

Child - Complete Beginner†† ...................................... £165<br />

Child - Intermediate .................................................... £225<br />

Ski Pack Ages: Adult = 12yrs+, Child = 7-11yrs.<br />

Includes: 5 days x 1hrs30m tuition, 6 days lift pass & 6 days<br />

standard ski & boot hire.<br />

Adult - Complete Beginner†† ...................................... £209<br />

Adult - Intermediate .................................................... £329<br />

Child - Complete Beginner†† ...................................... £169<br />

Child - Intermediate .................................................... £229<br />

Snowboard Pack Ages: Adult = 12yrs+, Child = 8-11yrs<br />

Includes: 5 days x 1hrs30m tuition, 6 days lift pass & 6 days<br />

standard snowboard & boot hire.<br />

LEVI <strong>SKI</strong> PACK<br />

Skis & boots standard ................................. £75 £75<br />

Skis & boots superior .................................. £99 £99<br />

Skis only standard ...................................... £49 £49<br />

Skis only superior ....................................... £69 £69<br />

Snowboard & boots standard .................... £99 £99<br />

Snowboard only standard .......................... £75 £75<br />

Cross country skis and boots ...................... £79 £79<br />

Helmet ** ................................................... - FREE<br />

*Child skis & boots = 3-11yrs. *Child board & boots =<br />

8-11yrs. **Child equipment hire includes helmet hire.<br />

Adult ski school (5x1hr30m) ....................................... £109<br />

Child ski school (5x1hr30m) ....................................... £95<br />

Adult Snowboard school (5x1hr30m) ........................ £109<br />

Child Snowboard school (5x1hr30m) ......................... £95<br />

*Please note: Free use of ski lifts for adults & children<br />

whilst in ski & board school, it is necessary to<br />

purchase a lift pass if you wish to use ski lifts outside<br />

of lesson times.<br />

Child ski school = 7-11yrs. Child snowboard school =<br />

8-11yrs.<br />

IMPORTANT: †† Complete beginner = Ability Level 0, Intermediate = Ability Level 1-4. Ability levels must be stated at the time of booking - see page 13 for details. Special Offers may be withdrawn at any time. Prices are in £s and are approximate - please see reservation system, our website or call us for more details.<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk/levi call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Private sauna or spa<br />

bath<br />

Free use of cross<br />

country & snowshoeing<br />

equipment<br />

Free arctic taster - see<br />

page 102<br />

Free thermal arctic suit -<br />

see page 102<br />

CENTRAL LOCATION<br />

WELLNESS AREA<br />

GOOD FOR GROUPS<br />

FOUR OR MORE<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free arctic taster - see<br />

page 102<br />

Free thermal arctic suit -<br />

see page 102<br />

Special Discount 2-5yrs:<br />

£250 HS; £150 LS<br />

105


106<br />

WELCOME TO SPAIN<br />

Spain may not spring to mind as<br />

a main ski destination – but take<br />

a look at Formigal and all it has<br />

to offer and you’ll be pleasantly<br />

surprised. Nobody does it quite<br />

like the Spanish – they wanted<br />

to put this resort back on the<br />

map and they have certainly<br />

done it in style! For the ultimate<br />

in relaxation, sunshine, tapas<br />

and skiing – then look no<br />

further!<br />

• <strong>The</strong>re are 4 base stations in this<br />

resort, each with its own superb<br />

canteen or restaurant. <strong>The</strong><br />

Spanish take lunchtimes seriously<br />

and love nothing more than to<br />

take a couple of hours to enjoy a<br />

delicious freshly cooked lunch<br />

and a few rays on the sun terrace.<br />

<strong>The</strong>re is even a BBQ at one of<br />

them!<br />

• <strong>The</strong> main base station ‘Sextas’ has<br />

a wonderful coffee shop where<br />

you can enjoy your break in style<br />

while taking in the mountain<br />

views on a comfy daybed – you<br />

can really put your feet up!<br />

• <strong>The</strong>re are 2 routes for different<br />

levels of ability on the ‘Formigal<br />

Tour’ which is signposted on the<br />

mountain. <strong>The</strong> aim is to go round<br />

getting your card stamped along<br />

the way as you familiarise yourself<br />

with all the main attractions –<br />

collect all the stamps and you can<br />

enjoy a free hot chocolate or beer<br />

in the Sextas centre at the end of<br />

the day!<br />

• <strong>The</strong> hotels are all on the sunny<br />

side of the valley which is served<br />

by the regular ski bus taking you<br />

to the slopes, just a short 10<br />

minutes away.<br />

• Smoking is supposed to be<br />

banned but it is still quite popular<br />

in Spain – you’ll even find a<br />

couple of restaurants and bars<br />

which completely ignore the<br />

rules!<br />

• New Year’s Eve in Spain is a big<br />

event which usually entails<br />

partying after a lavish dinner until<br />

the next morning, sometimes<br />

with a further ‘snack’ supper<br />

called ‘recena’ served at around<br />

3-4am! Stamina required.<br />

Formigal 107-109<br />

An up-and-coming destination with majestic<br />

mountains and a warm welcome.<br />

HUESCA<br />

Formigal


GOOD FOR FAMILIES • GOOD FOR BEGINNERS • FREE CHILD LIFT PASS OFFER<br />

ACTIVITIES<br />

• Skidoo<br />

• Snowshoeing<br />

• Snowbiking<br />

• Dogsledding<br />

• Nordic Walking<br />

• Snowboarding<br />

• Cross-Country Skiing<br />

• Helicopter Rides<br />

• Ski Ratrack<br />

• Night Skiing<br />

SCENIC RIDE<br />

Take a helicopter flight, check out the<br />

stunning mountains from up high.<br />

DOGSLEDDING<br />

Supervised by a qualified instructor<br />

you can drive your own dog team<br />

along a trail across the mountain.<br />

TRY A SNOWMOBILE<br />

Formigal has a great snowmobile<br />

facility where you can take your own<br />

snowmobile out on a scenic route.<br />

This small, purpose built village lies in<br />

the heart of the Spanish Pyrenean<br />

Mountains in the region of Aragon. It<br />

nestles on the sunny south facing<br />

slopes of the valley, looking out over<br />

the well managed slopes on the<br />

opposite side reached by the frequent<br />

free ski bus.<br />

<strong>The</strong>re has been huge investment into<br />

this resort in recent years giving it<br />

four neat base stations each with its<br />

own beginner slope and high speed<br />

chair linking into the vast 137km ski<br />

area spread over four interconnected<br />

valleys.<br />

Punta Escarra 2748m Pala de lp 2779m<br />

It is ideal for intermediate skiers.<br />

<strong>The</strong> atmosphere is friendly and<br />

relaxed with good skiing and facilities<br />

provided at considerably lower prices<br />

than in the better known winter<br />

playgrounds of the Alps.<br />

Après ski is friendly and lively in the<br />

few but great value for money bars<br />

and there are some very good places<br />

to eat. <strong>The</strong> resort also has a variety of<br />

shops and a special children’s activity<br />

centre opens every day from 5-8pm.<br />

FORMIGAL – SPAIN<br />

LIFT PASS & TUITION<br />

PRICE PROMISE<br />

See page 371<br />

“…<strong>The</strong> atmosphere is<br />

friendly and relaxed<br />

with good skiing<br />

and facilities<br />

provided at<br />

considerably lower<br />

prices than in the<br />

better known winter<br />

playgrounds of the<br />

Alps.”<br />

BEGINNERS<br />

INTERMEDIATES<br />

ADVANCED<br />

OFF-PISTE<br />

NON <strong>SKI</strong>ERS<br />

FAMILIES<br />

NIGHTLIFE<br />

MOUNTAIN<br />

Skiing Altitude 1500m–2250m<br />

Resort Altitude 1550m<br />

Pistes 137km<br />

Number of Runs 97<br />

Number of lifts 21<br />

Magic Carpets 5 / Drags 5 / Chairs 11<br />

Longest Run 12km<br />

Direction of Slopes N,E,SE<br />

Terrain Parks yes<br />

Cross Country Trails 2 circuits<br />

Night Skiing yes<br />

Mountain Restaurants 17<br />

Snowmaking 20% of area covered<br />

Resort Ski Bus yes<br />

FAMILY<br />

Fair Excellent<br />

7% 19% 33% 41%<br />

Babycare 4mths-3yrs 11mths<br />

Crèche 2.5-4yrs<br />

Ski School 4yrs+<br />

See page 373 or<br />

neilson.co.uk/childcare for more info.<br />

TRAVEL<br />

Departure Airports Gatwick<br />

Destination Airports Huesca<br />

Season 27 Dec–11 Apr<br />

Departure Day Sunday<br />

Flight Guide See page 384<br />

Transfer Time 1hrs 30mins<br />

SPECIAL OFFER<br />

FREE child lift pass per adult pre-booking<br />

a lift pass - valid all season<br />

107


108<br />

SPAIN – FORMIGAL<br />

HOTEL VILLA DE SALLENT<br />

This is a traditional Spanish hotel offering friendly service and lying right<br />

in the heart of the resort. It has many cosy corners full of interesting<br />

artefacts which open off from the central reception and bar area found<br />

in between the original and new wings. <strong>The</strong> ski bus stop is 200m away<br />

and there is a free hotel mini bus to the slopes.<br />

FACILITIES†: Restaurant & bar •Free<br />

use of small indoor pool, hot tub,<br />

sauna, steam room & fitness room<br />

•Sun terrace •Smokers den with<br />

widescreen TV •Games area with<br />

Playstation •Free internet point<br />

•Free hotel mini bus to the slopes<br />

ROOMS (2-3 PEOPLE): In the<br />

original wing, have double or twin<br />

beds, small TV, bathroom with bath<br />

or shower. Some rooms can take a<br />

third bed. Balcony rooms can be<br />

requested at time of booking.<br />

ROOMS (2 PEOPLE): In the new<br />

wing with a double bed, flat screen<br />

TV, minibar and bathroom with bath<br />

or shower. Some rooms will take an<br />

extra bed.<br />

HOTEL NIEVESOL<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board. Buffet<br />

breakfast and waiter served three<br />

course evening meal with choice of<br />

main. Christmas meal & New Year<br />

Gala included.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★/★★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 82<br />

Please note: we grade original wing<br />

rooms as ★★★ and new wing<br />

rooms as ★★★★.<br />

PROPERTY CODE: DA8H03/01<br />

Right in the heart of the resort, this is one of the original hotels in<br />

formigal. It offers basic, value for money accommodation and a big,<br />

warm welcome to all. Families will enjoy the laid back atmosphere and<br />

the informal free children’s club which operates in the evenings. <strong>The</strong> ski<br />

bus stop is 50m away.<br />

FACILITIES†: Restaurant & bar with<br />

log fire •Disco •Games room<br />

•Smokers' room •Children’s club for<br />

6–12 year olds, Monday–Friday,<br />

17.30–19.30. Younger children<br />

welcome when accompanied by a<br />

parent<br />

ROOMS (2-3 PEOPLE): Double bed,<br />

satellite TV, mini-safe and bathroom<br />

with shower & wc. <strong>The</strong>se rooms can<br />

take a third bed or sofa bed suitable<br />

for a child only. Rooms for four<br />

people on request.<br />

HOTEL SALIECHO<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board. Buffet<br />

breakfast with hot & cold options<br />

and waiter served set menu dinner<br />

& buffet for children. Christmas<br />

meal & New Year Gala included.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 147<br />

PROPERTY CODE: DA8H02<br />

A stylish property offering friendly service and a beautiful combination<br />

of new and old furnishings in its lounge areas and bedrooms. It lies in<br />

the lower part of the village and is the nearest of all the hotels to the<br />

slopes. Unique in offering an indoor / outdoor pool, its range of<br />

facilities makes it a perfect place to relax after a day on the slopes. <strong>The</strong><br />

village centre is 400m away, the hotel operates a free mini bus service<br />

to the slopes.<br />

FACILITIES†: Restaurant •Bar with<br />

sun terrace •Free use of hot tub &<br />

indoor / outdoor pool •Fitness<br />

room, hydro shower & sauna<br />

•Massage services available locally<br />

•Wifi<br />

ROOM (2-3 PEOPLE): Beautifully<br />

furnished double bedrooms with<br />

minibar, safe, satellite TV, double<br />

bed, hairdryer and full ensuite<br />

bathroom. Some rooms also have a<br />

single chair bed, suitable for a child<br />

only, on request.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board. Buffet<br />

breakfast with hot & cold items,<br />

three course set menu for dinner.<br />

Christmas meal & New Year gala<br />

included.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 91<br />

PROPERTY CODE: DA8H05<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk/formigal call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

Neilson Rating<br />

•••/••••<br />

INDOOR POOL<br />

GOOD FOR GROUPS<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free use of pool, hot<br />

tub, sauna & steam<br />

room.<br />

Free hotel mini bus to<br />

the slopes.<br />

Neilson Rating •••<br />

CENTRAL LOCATION<br />

GOOD FOR FAMILIES<br />

Neilson Rating ••••<br />

INDOOR POOL<br />

WELLNESS AREA<br />

GOOD FOR GROUPS<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free use of hot tub &<br />

indoor / outdoor pool<br />

Free hotel mini bus<br />

service to the slopes


HOTEL & SPA ARAGON HILLS<br />

This is a truly stylish, contemporary hotel with spacious accommodation<br />

and top class facilities from the futuristic circular reception area to the<br />

exclusive VIP spa room. It lies just above the centre of the resort and has<br />

stunning views across the valley from many rooms. This hotel is ideal for<br />

couples wanting a romantic break and groups. <strong>The</strong> ski bus stop is 50m<br />

away and the hotel operates a mini bus service to the slopes.<br />

FACILITIES†: Restaurant & pizzeria<br />

•Café bar with log fire •Large south<br />

facing sun terrace •Games room<br />

•Library •Wifi •Spa area •Small<br />

playroom (unsupervised) •Free Hotel<br />

mini bus to the slopes<br />

SPA FEATURES†: Indoor jetted pool<br />

with waterfall, hot tub & sauna<br />

•Relaxation room •Massage &<br />

beauty treatments available.<br />

Important information about spa<br />

facilities - see page 375.<br />

FORMIGAL – SPAIN<br />

ROOMS (2-3 PEOPLE): Double or<br />

twin bed, satellite TV, minibar, mini<br />

safe, free internet connection, full<br />

ensuite bathroom with two sinks &<br />

hairdryer. Some rooms can take a<br />

third bed.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board. Buffet<br />

breakfast and dinner with large<br />

choice of dishes. Christmas meal &<br />

New Year Gala included.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 157<br />

PROPERTY CODE: DA8H00<br />

Neilson Rating ••••+<br />

INDOOR POOL<br />

WELLNESS AREA<br />

GOOD FOR GROUPS<br />

SPECIAL OFFER – PRE-BOOK 1 ADULT LIFT PASS & RECEIVE 1 FREE CHILD LIFT PASS – VALID ALL SEASON<br />

Basic Holiday Prices in £s per adult from<br />

27 Dec- 03 Jan- 24 Jan- 07 Feb- 14 Feb- 21 Feb- 07 Mar- 21 Mar- 28 Mar- 04 Apr- Supplements in £s per person per night from: Child %<br />

the amounts shown.<br />

Nts 02 Jan 23 Jan 06 Feb 13 Feb 20 Feb 06 Mar 20 Mar 27 Mar 03 Apr 10 Apr (Unless otherwise stated)<br />

discount<br />

Hotel Villa De Sallent<br />

DA8H03 Half Board Room 2 7 959 609 645 685 825 645 625 625 705 685<br />

Room 2: Sole use of twin £65<br />

35%<br />

DA8H01 Half Board Room 2/3 7 1129 669 719 785 955 719 679 689 819 755<br />

Room 2/3: Sole use of twin £75, 3rd & 4th Adult redn. £12<br />

35%<br />

Hotel Nievesol<br />

DA8H02 Half Board Room 2/3 7 849 459 515 555 695 515 469 469 569 535<br />

Room 2/3: Sole use of twin £43<br />

35%<br />

Hotel Saliecho<br />

DA8H05 Half Board Room 2 7 1169 649 705 765 935 705 665 675 809 745<br />

Room 2: Sole use of twin £72<br />

35%<br />

Hotel & Spa Aragon Hills<br />

DA8H00 Half Board Room 2/3 7 1029 605 609 645 819 609 615 625 685 689<br />

Room 2/3: Sole use of twin £61<br />

35%<br />

Prices are a guide only & will be confirmed on enquiry. Adult prices in £ sterling start from the amounts shown & apply to selected flight departures between each date range based on current charges & costs. Prices may go up or down & supplements (e.g. flight &/or fuel), or reductions may apply. Supplements ‘from’ are based on low season dates. For full details on how to price your holiday, charges,<br />

supplements & surcharges see ‘Your Holiday Price’ page 368. For important Holiday Information & Booking Conditions see pages 368 - 385. †Some facilities may incur a local charge. LOW 03-30Jan,14Mar-03Apr.MID 20-26Dec,31Jan-13Feb,21Feb-13Mar,04-18Apr.HIGH 27 Dec - 02 Jan, 14 - 20 Feb. NS109a<br />

LIFT PASS (6 DAYS) LS HS <strong>SKI</strong>ER’S PACK (6 DAYS) LS HS <strong>SNOWBOARD</strong>ER’S PACK (6 DAYS) LS HS <strong>SKI</strong>/BOARD EQUIPMENT (6 DAYS) ADULT CHILD * <strong>SKI</strong>/BOARD TUITION LS HS<br />

Adult (12-71yrs) ......................................... £128 £168<br />

Child (6-11yrs) ............................................ £86 £112<br />

SPECIAL OFFER: Pre-book an adult lift pass and<br />

receive a free child lift pass.<br />

Free lift pass for children aged 0-5yrs & 72yrs+, bookable in<br />

resort. Photograph not required. Includes handsfree keycard.<br />

HS-26Dec-8Jan,6Feb-26Feb&27Mar-2Apr.LS-All<br />

other dates.<br />

Adult - Complete Beginner†† ..................... £258 £314<br />

Adult - Intermediate ................................... £258 £314<br />

Child - Complete Beginner†† ...................... £195 £238<br />

Child - Intermediate .................................... £195 £238<br />

SPECiALOFFER:Freelockeravailableforanyfamily<br />

of 4 who have pre-booked ski/board package.<br />

Ski Pack Ages: Adult = 12-71yrs, Child = 6-11yrs.<br />

Includes:5 days x 3hrs tuition, 6 days lift pass & 6 days<br />

standard ski & boot hire.<br />

Adult - Complete Beginner†† ..................... £258 £314<br />

Adult - Intermediate ................................... £258 £314<br />

Child - Complete Beginner†† ...................... £195 £238<br />

Child - Intermediate .................................... £195 £238<br />

Snowboard Pack Ages: Adult = 12-71yrs Child = 8-11yrs<br />

Includes: 5 days x 3hrs tuition, 6 days lift pass & 6 days<br />

standard snowboard & boot hire.<br />

FORMIGAL <strong>SKI</strong> PACK<br />

Skis & boots standard ................................. £78 £52<br />

Snowboard & boots .................................... £78 £52<br />

Helmet** .................................................... FREE<br />

SPECIAL OFFER: Ski rental can be exchanged<br />

throughout the week for no additional charges.<br />

*Child skis & boots = 6-11yrs.<br />

* Child board & boots = 8-11yrs.<br />

**Child equipment hire includes helmet hire.<br />

Adult ski school (5x3hrs) ............................<br />

Child ski school (5x3hrs) .............................<br />

Snowboard school (5x3hrs) ........................<br />

HS = 26 Dec - 1 Jan. LS = All other dates.<br />

Child ski school = 6-11yrs.<br />

Child snowboard school = 8-11yrs.<br />

£75<br />

£70<br />

£75<br />

£91<br />

£86<br />

£91<br />

IMPORTANT: †† Complete beginner = Ability Level 0, Intermediate = Ability Level 1-4. Ability levels must be stated at the time of booking - see page 13 for details. Special Offers may be withdrawn at any time. Prices are in £s and are approximate - please see reservation system, our website or call us for more details.<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk/formigal call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free hotel minibus to<br />

the slopes<br />

A handpicked selection of hotels<br />

offering first class spa facilities<br />

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110<br />

WELCOME TO SWITZERLAND<br />

High altitude resorts, spectacular<br />

scenery, unspoilt villages and<br />

world-famous mountains.<br />

Combine all this with quality<br />

service and hospitality and<br />

you’re guaranteed a uniquely<br />

Swiss winter holiday. Our sister<br />

company, Swiss <strong>Travel</strong> Service,<br />

offers a superb choice of winter<br />

holidays to Switzerland across<br />

17 world-class resorts into a large<br />

selection of accommodation<br />

ranging from two star pensions<br />

to five star hotels.<br />

Swiss <strong>Travel</strong> Service has been<br />

operating tours for over<br />

60 years and in that time, has<br />

earned an unrivalled reputation<br />

for quality, value for money<br />

and first class service. Having<br />

recently joined forces with<br />

Neilson, owned by one of the<br />

world’s best-known travel<br />

company, Thomas Cook Group,<br />

and offering complete financial<br />

protection through ATOL and<br />

ABTA bonds, there’s even more<br />

reason to trust your holiday<br />

decision to Swiss <strong>Travel</strong> Service.<br />

Take a look at the following<br />

pages for a small selection of<br />

resorts and properties available<br />

through Swiss <strong>Travel</strong> Service.<br />

• <strong>The</strong> Swiss first started making<br />

chocolate in the 1800’s. Since<br />

then it has developed into, what<br />

most people regard as, the tastiest<br />

chocolate in the world.<br />

Switzerland now produces over<br />

142 tons of chocolate each year.<br />

• No less than 48 mountains in<br />

Switzerland rise 4000 metres<br />

above sea level. <strong>The</strong> most famous<br />

mountain is the Matterhorn<br />

which peaks at 4,478 m. <strong>The</strong> first<br />

men to reach the summit of the<br />

Matterhorn were a group of seven<br />

mountaineers on July 14, 1865,<br />

led by Edward Whymper from<br />

Great Britain.<br />

• Famous for its watches,<br />

Switzerland is also producer of<br />

the most expensive watch in the<br />

world, sold for 6.6 million Swiss<br />

Francs.<br />

• <strong>The</strong> world’s first rotating<br />

gondola leads to the summit of<br />

the Titlis mountain from the<br />

resort of Engelberg.<br />

Grindelwald 112-113<br />

Wengen 114-115<br />

Villars & Les Diablerets 116-117<br />

Zermatt 118-119<br />

High altitude resorts, spectacular scenery, unspoilt villages<br />

and world-famous mountains…the following pages offer<br />

just a small selection of resorts and properties available<br />

through our sister company, Swiss <strong>Travel</strong> Service<br />

Looking for more choice?<br />

Order the latest brochure online or<br />

pick up from your local travel agent<br />

Saas-Fee 120-121<br />

Engelberg 122-123<br />

Davos & Klosters 124-125<br />

Arosa 126-127<br />

FR FRA RAN AN ANCE CE<br />

Geneva<br />

Basel<br />

SW SWWIT IT ITZE ZE Z RL R RL R A AN A D<br />

Sion<br />

Bern<br />

IT ITAL TAL AL ALY AL ALY<br />

<strong>The</strong> air holidays and flights featured on pages 112-127 are organised by Swiss <strong>Travel</strong> Service (a trading name of Thomas Cook Scheduled Tour Operations Ltd) and<br />

are ATOL Protected by the Civil Aviation Authority. Our ATOL number is 0606.<br />

Zurich<br />

GE GERM GE GERM RM RRMAN<br />

ANY<br />

AAU AUST AUSTRIA STR S RI RIAA<br />

ABTA No.V2185


OUR TEAM MAKE YOUR HOLIDAY<br />

When you choose to travel with Swiss <strong>Travel</strong> Service you benefit from over<br />

60 years of experience operating holidays to Switzerland. From expert<br />

advisors in our Brighton-based call centre to our specialist resort teams who<br />

can be contacted 24 hours a day. <strong>The</strong>re is also a small team to meet and<br />

greet you at Geneva and Zurich airports (9am-4.30pm weekends only).<br />

TRAVEL OPTIONS TO SUIT YOU<br />

Whatever your requirements, we will try to match them. You can choose to<br />

travel by any means, on any day to your chosen hotel. <strong>Travel</strong> options include<br />

scheduled flights from London, Birmingham and Manchester, Eurostar and<br />

Eurotunnel and rail or bus transfers direct to your chosen resort. Durations<br />

range from weekends and short breaks to longer stays, whatever fits in with<br />

your plans. If you are making your own way to Switzerland we can arrange<br />

resort transfers, fly luggage, your hotel and ski pack items.<br />

FIRST TIME ON THE SLOPES<br />

You can learn to ski or board in any resort but some are better suited than<br />

others. Those with a range of gentle beginner slopes, exciting après ski<br />

activities and an excellent ski/board school are the best bet for first timers.<br />

We recommend the following Swiss resorts for beginners:<br />

FOR FAMILIES<br />

Child-friendly ski areas, first-rate children’s ski schools and special activity<br />

programmes are all vital ingredients for that perfect family break. Look at the<br />

following resorts first if you are considering a family ski holiday and<br />

remember generous child discounts of 30% for the 1st child and 25% for the<br />

2nd child, or in selected accommodation, children under 5yrs stay for free:<br />

CITY BREAKS<br />

Experience the vibrant atmosphere of a Swiss city in winter, with a short<br />

break or stopover en route to your ski resort. Swiss cities have a surprising<br />

amount to offer in winter including cultural attractions and numerous<br />

excursion possibilities. Why not visit Geneva and Zurich during the Christmas<br />

and New Year celebrations or Lucerne and Montreux for picturesque lakes<br />

and a cosmopolitan atmosphere.<br />

Important: for full details on Swiss <strong>Travel</strong> Service holidays, important holiday<br />

information and booking conditions, call for a brochure or click onto<br />

swisstravelski.co.uk<br />

Click swisstravelski.co.uk call 0845 879 8002 or see your travel agent<br />

Villars & Diablerets 116-117<br />

Arosa 126-127<br />

Villars & Diablerets 116-117<br />

Saas Fee 120-121<br />

Engelberg 122-123<br />

Klosters 124-125<br />

Arosa 126-127<br />

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112<br />

SWITZERLAND – GRINDELWALD<br />

“<strong>The</strong> slopes offer a<br />

mix of wooden runs<br />

and open slopes<br />

higher up. From all<br />

over the slopes there<br />

are superb views of<br />

the Eiger”<br />

BEGINNERS<br />

INTERMEDIATES<br />

ADVANCED<br />

OFF-PISTE<br />

NON <strong>SKI</strong>ERS<br />

FAMILIES<br />

NIGHTLIFE<br />

MOUNTAIN<br />

Skiing Altitude 1065m–2505m<br />

Resort Altitude 1034m<br />

Pistes Area - 160km<br />

Number of Runs 79<br />

35% 45% 15%<br />

Number of lifts 43<br />

Drags 11 / Chairs 12 / Gondolas 15<br />

Funiculars 4<br />

Longest Run 15km<br />

Direction of Slopes N,S,E,W<br />

Terrain Parks yes<br />

Half Pipe yes<br />

Cross Country Trails 17km<br />

Mountain Restaurants 14<br />

Snowmaking 34km<br />

Resort Ski Bus Yes<br />

Linked resorts: Wengen, Mürren<br />

FAMILY<br />

Babycare 1m+<br />

Crèche 3yrs+<br />

Ski kindergarten 3yrs+<br />

See page 373 for more info.<br />

TRAVEL<br />

Fair Excellent<br />

Departure Airports<br />

Heathrow, London City, Birmingham,<br />

Manchester, Gatwick<br />

Preferred Airport Zürich<br />

Season 1 Dec–9 Apr<br />

Flight Guide See page 384<br />

Transfer Time 3hrs 15mins by train<br />

GLACIER • GOOD FOR NON-<strong>SKI</strong>ERS<br />

Grindelwald, the internationally<br />

famed glacier village, is set either side<br />

of the road at the base of a beautiful<br />

mountain valley. It is at the foot of<br />

one of Europe’s most daunting<br />

mountaineering challenges, the north<br />

face of the Eiger, and the sheer<br />

mountain face dominates this pretty<br />

village. <strong>The</strong> slopes offer a mix of<br />

wooded runs and open slopes higher<br />

up. From all over the slopes there are<br />

superb views of the Eiger. If the snow<br />

is good there are some excellent off<br />

piste opportunities. <strong>The</strong> annual World<br />

Snow festival in January provides an<br />

entertaining alternative to skiing, with<br />

spectacular snow carvings on display.<br />

For something different, brave the<br />

15km sledge run from the Faulhorn<br />

back down to the village. From Kleine<br />

Scheidegg you can take a train<br />

through the Eiger to the highest<br />

railway station in Europe-Jungfraujoch<br />

at 3450m, at the top is a viewing<br />

tower with fantastic views of the<br />

Aletsch glacier, a UNESCO World<br />

Heritage site. Après ski is varied and<br />

plentiful and ranges from the<br />

sophisticated to the casual.<br />

Swiss <strong>Travel</strong> Service is a trading name of Thomas Cook Scheduled Tour Operations Ltd<br />

ABTA No.V2185<br />

ACTIVITIES<br />

• 80km of walking paths<br />

• Tobogganing<br />

• Indoor skating and curling rinks<br />

• Public pool<br />

• Cinema<br />

• Bowling alley<br />

• Climbing<br />

• Glacier tours<br />

• Sleigh rides<br />

• Snowshoeing<br />

• Sports centre<br />

• Curling


SWISS TRAVEL SERVICE RESORT – GUIDE PRICES ONLY – BOOK ANY DURATION FROM 3 NIGHTS OR MORE<br />

Basic Holiday Prices in £s per adult from<br />

the amounts shown.<br />

Hotel Belvedere<br />

HOTEL BELVEDERE<br />

01 Dec- 19 Dec- 26 Dec- 02 Jan- 30 Jan- 13 Feb- 20 Feb- 27 Feb- 20 Mar- 03 Apr- 10 Apr-<br />

Nts 18 Dec 25 Dec 01 Jan 29 Jan 12 Feb 19 Feb 26 Feb 19 Mar 02 Apr 09 Apr 30 Apr<br />

Supplements in £s per person per night from:<br />

(Unless otherwise stated)<br />

S12H17/CHSG05 Half Board Room 2 7 1155 1599 1675 1165 1219 1509 1385 1229 1205 1219 -<br />

Room 2: Sole use of twin £74, North facing junior suite £17,<br />

South facing junior suite £34, South facing room £17 30%<br />

Park Hotel Schoenegg<br />

S12H14/CHSG03 Half Board Room 2 7 - 1195 1249 1029 1085 1199 1085 995 959 - -<br />

Room 2: North facing single room £17, South facing single<br />

room £27, Balcony £9<br />

30%<br />

Central Hotel Wolter<br />

S12H16/CHSG02 Half Board Room 2 7 - 869 985 735 879 975 845 715 755 765 715<br />

Room 2: Single room £10, South facing room £7,<br />

Interconnecting rooms redn. £9<br />

30%<br />

Prices included above are a guide only based on selected flight departures between each date range. Holidays are available for any duration from a minimum of 3 nights. Children receive up to 30% discount in selected hotels.<br />

For full details of how to price your holiday, charges, surcharges, supplements & Booking Conditions see the Swiss <strong>Travel</strong> Service W09/10 Ski & Snowboard brochure or visit wwwswisstravelski.co.uk. Supplements ‘from’ are based on low season dates; 1-18 Dec, 2 Jan - 12 Feb, 20 Feb - 19 Mar, 10-17 Apr. NS113a<br />

LIFT PASS (6 DAYS)<br />

<strong>SKI</strong>/BOARD EQUIPMENT (6 DAYS) ADULT CHILD*<br />

<strong>SKI</strong>/BOARD TUITION<br />

Adult (20-61yrs) .......................................................... £132<br />

Child (6-15yrs) ............................................................ £69<br />

Full Sport Lift pass covers use of all mountain railways, cable<br />

cars and lifts in the Jungfrau region (mountain railway from<br />

Eigergletscher to Jungfraujoch excluded but at a 50%<br />

reduction). Youth (16-19yrs) & Senior (62yrs+) lift passes<br />

available locally. Hiking & sledging lift pass available on<br />

Skis & boots standard .................................<br />

Skis & boots superior ..................................<br />

Skis only standard ......................................<br />

Skis only superior .......................................<br />

Snowboard & boots standard ....................<br />

Snowboard only standard ..........................<br />

Helmet ........................................................<br />

£133<br />

£173<br />

£84<br />

£115<br />

£133<br />

£84<br />

£18<br />

£66<br />

-<br />

-<br />

-<br />

£66<br />

£42<br />

£11<br />

Adult ski/board school (5x4hrs) .................................. £217<br />

Adult ski/board school (3x4hrs) .................................. £151<br />

Child ski/board school (5x4hrs) .................................. £162<br />

Child ski/board school (3x4hrs) .................................. £107<br />

Child ski school = 4-13yrs. Child board school = 8-13yrs.<br />

Group lessons operate Mon-Fri. Beginners start on Mondays<br />

only.<br />

reservations system. CHF5 keycard deposit to be paid locally.<br />

*Child skis & boots = 3-12yrs, Child board & boots = 8-12yrs<br />

GRINDELWALD <strong>SKI</strong> PACK<br />

GRINDELWALD – SWITZERLAND<br />

<strong>The</strong> Hotel Belvedere has a breathtaking backdrop and a superb location<br />

just 500m from the village centre and close to the ski bus stop. <strong>The</strong><br />

hotel runs its own ski bus during peak hours. It is an extremely wellappointed<br />

hotel with well furnished, contemporary rooms.<br />

FACILITIES†: Lounge with fireplace<br />

•Lounge area with library •Piano bar<br />

•Free use of indoor pool, outdoor<br />

hot tub, sauna & steam room<br />

•Massage and beauty treatments<br />

•Games room<br />

ROOMS (2–3 PEOPLE): North<br />

facing twin rooms with balcony,<br />

satellite TV, radio, minibar, safe,<br />

hairdryer, bathrobes, slippers, tea<br />

and coffee making facilities, bath,<br />

shower and wc. South facing twin<br />

rooms available at a supplement.<br />

PARK HOTEL SCHOENEGG<br />

Rooms for sole use, north facing and<br />

south facing junior suites available<br />

on request at a supplement.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board. Buffet<br />

breakfast & six course evening meal<br />

with choice of main course, salad,<br />

cheese and dessert buffet. Christmas<br />

& New Year meals included (jacket<br />

and tie required).<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★★ Superior<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 55<br />

PROPERTY CODE: S12H17/CHSG05<br />

Centrally and quietly situated just off the main street and 50m from the<br />

First gondola. <strong>The</strong> Park Hotel Schoenegg offers a welcoming<br />

atmosphere and great facilities.<br />

FACILITIES†: Lounge with fireplace<br />

•Bar •Free use of wellness centre<br />

with indoor pool, hot tub, sauna,<br />

steam room and fitness room<br />

•Massage •Pool/Billiards •Internet<br />

corner •Free Wifi<br />

ROOMS (2 PEOPLE): Twin rooms<br />

with TV, radio, safe, bathrobes,<br />

slippers, bath and wc on request.<br />

Rooms with a balcony and single<br />

rooms available on request and at a<br />

supplement.<br />

CENTRAL HOTEL WOLTER<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board. Buffet<br />

breakfast & five course evening meal<br />

with a choice of main and salad<br />

buffet. Christmas and New Year Gala<br />

meals included.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★ Superior<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 50<br />

PROPERTY CODE: S12H14/CHSG03<br />

Ideally located in the centre of resort, the Wolter offers easy access to all<br />

local facilities and the mountain railway station, with the ski bus<br />

stopping across the road from the hotel. <strong>The</strong> Wolter is traditionally<br />

furnished with a warm and welcoming atmosphere.<br />

FACILITIES†: Cosy lounge •Bar<br />

•Dining room •À la carte restaurant<br />

•Wifi •Sun terrace with Eiger view<br />

ROOMS (2 PEOPLE): Twin rooms<br />

with cable TV, radio, minibar,<br />

hairdryer, bath and shower. South<br />

facing twin rooms and single rooms<br />

available at a supplement.<br />

Interconnecting rooms with shared<br />

facilities for 3-4 people available on<br />

request and at a reduction.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board. Buffet<br />

breakfast & four course evening<br />

meal with weekly speciality buffets.<br />

Christmas & New Year meals<br />

included.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 39<br />

PROPERTY CODE: S12H16/CHSG02<br />

IMPORTANT: Special Offers may be withdrawn at any time. Prices are in £s and are approximate - please see reservation system, our website or call us for more details.<br />

Click www.swisstravelski.co.uk/grindelwald call 0844 879 8002 or see your travel agent<br />

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Service Rating ••••+<br />

INDOOR POOL<br />

WELLNESS AREA<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free use of indoor pool<br />

and wellness area<br />

Free shuttle bus service<br />

Swiss <strong>Travel</strong><br />

Service Rating •••+<br />

CENTRAL LOCATION<br />

INDOOR POOL<br />

WELLNESS AREA<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free use of indoor pool<br />

and wellness area<br />

Swiss <strong>Travel</strong><br />

Service Rating •••<br />

CENTRAL LOCATION<br />

GOOD FOR FAMILIES<br />

FAMILY ROOMS<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free curling once a<br />

week at local sports<br />

centre<br />

Child %<br />

discount<br />

113


114<br />

SWITZERLAND – WENGEN<br />

“<strong>The</strong> resort is set on<br />

a shelf high above<br />

the Lauterbrunnen<br />

valley opposite<br />

Mürren, and can only<br />

be reached by cog<br />

railway from<br />

Lauterbrunnen<br />

itself”.<br />

BEGINNERS<br />

INTERMEDIATES<br />

ADVANCED<br />

OFF-PISTE<br />

NON <strong>SKI</strong>ERS<br />

FAMILIES<br />

NIGHTLIFE<br />

MOUNTAIN<br />

Skiing Altitude 1274m–2470m<br />

Resort Altitude 1274m<br />

Pistes Area - 112km<br />

Number of Runs 46<br />

25% 61% 14%<br />

Number of lifts Area 43<br />

Funiculars 4 / Drags 11 / Chairs 12 /<br />

Gondolas 15<br />

Longest Run 10km<br />

Direction of Slopes S,E<br />

Terrain Parks n/a<br />

Half Pipe n/a<br />

Cross Country Trails 17km<br />

Mountain Restaurants 12<br />

Snowmaking 25km<br />

Resort Ski Bus No<br />

FAMILY<br />

Babycare 1-23 months<br />

Crèche 2-7yrs<br />

Ski Kindergarten 3-7yrs<br />

See page 373 for more info.<br />

TRAVEL<br />

Fair Excellent<br />

Departure Airports<br />

Heathrow, London City, Birmingham,<br />

Manchester, Gatwick<br />

Destination Airports Zürich<br />

Season 1 Dec–9 Apr<br />

Flight Guide See page 384<br />

Transfer Time 3hrs 30mins by train<br />

Wengen has strong historical links<br />

with the earliest British skiers in the<br />

Alps and remains a very popular<br />

choice. <strong>The</strong> resort is set on a shelf<br />

high above the Lauterbrunnen valley,<br />

opposite Mürren, and can only be<br />

reached by cog railway from<br />

Lauterbrunnen itself. This railway<br />

carries on up the mountain as one of<br />

the two main access routes to the<br />

pistes. <strong>The</strong> Männlichen cable car, in<br />

the heart of the village, takes just 6<br />

minutes to reach the slopes.<br />

Oberjoch<br />

2486m<br />

GLACIER • GOOD FOR NON-<strong>SKI</strong>ERS<br />

4<br />

FIRST<br />

2168m<br />

Grosse Scheidegg<br />

2006m<br />

Bärgelegg<br />

Schreckfeld<br />

Bort<br />

1570m<br />

Oberhaus<br />

STEPFI<br />

Bodmi<br />

GRINDELWALD<br />

1034m<br />

GRUND<br />

943m<br />

<strong>The</strong> main street is the hub of the<br />

village. Lined with chalet-style shops<br />

and hotels, with an ice rink and the<br />

village nursery slopes close by. <strong>The</strong><br />

nursery slopes double as the venue<br />

for floodlit ski-jumping, parallel slalom<br />

races and occasional ski school shows.<br />

<strong>The</strong> resort is famous for the annual<br />

Lauberhorn race which will take place<br />

on 13th-17th January 2010.<br />

Non-skiers will find a wide range of<br />

activities to keep them entertained,<br />

including toboganning, hiking,<br />

curling and snowshoe walking.<br />

Wetterhorn<br />

3701m<br />

Aspen<br />

Schreckhorn<br />

4078m<br />

Alpiglen<br />

1615m<br />

Brandegg<br />

Holenstein<br />

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Läger<br />

Eiger<br />

3970m<br />

Eigergletscher<br />

2320m<br />

Salzegg<br />

KL. SCHEIDEGG<br />

2061m<br />

Gummi<br />

Sattelegg<br />

4<br />

Mönch<br />

Jungfrau<br />

4099m<br />

4158m<br />

JUNGFRAUJOCH<br />

Top of Europe<br />

3454m<br />

LAUBERHORN<br />

2472m<br />

Tschuggen<br />

MANNLICHEN<br />

2230m<br />

RESORT ACTIVITIES<br />

• 50km of walking paths<br />

• Tobogganing<br />

• Outdoor and indoor ice skating rinks<br />

• Curling<br />

• Cinema<br />

• Bars<br />

• Hang-gliding<br />

• Art gallery<br />

• Museum<br />

WILDERSWIL<br />

WENGEN<br />

1274m<br />

Wengernalp<br />

1873m<br />

Bumps<br />

Innerwengen<br />

H i hfl h<br />

Gimmelwald<br />

1390m<br />

Stechelberg<br />

867m<br />

Trümmelbach<br />

LAUTERBRUNNEN<br />

796m<br />

Saxeten<br />

1102m<br />

Breithorn<br />

3782m<br />

MURREN<br />

1638m<br />

Winteregg<br />

Grütschalp<br />

1489m<br />

Schiltgrat<br />

2145m<br />

Allmendhubel<br />

1912m<br />

Maulerhubel<br />

Gspaltenhorn<br />

3437m<br />

Birg<br />

2676m<br />

SCHILTHORN<br />

2971m


SWISS TRAVEL SERVICE RESORT – GUIDE PRICES ONLY – BOOK ANY DURATION FROM 3 NIGHTS OR MORE<br />

Basic Holiday Prices in £s per adult from<br />

the amounts shown.<br />

Hotel Belvedere<br />

01 Dec- 19 Dec- 26 Dec- 02 Jan- 30 Jan- 13 Feb- 20 Feb- 27 Feb- 20 Mar- 03 Apr-<br />

Nts 18 Dec 25 Dec 01 Jan 29 Jan 12 Feb 19 Feb 26 Feb 19 Mar 02 Apr 09 Apr<br />

Supplements in £s per person per night from:<br />

(Unless otherwise stated)<br />

Room 2: Single room £Nil, South facing single/twin £9<br />

S11H24/CHSF04 Half Board Room 2 7 - 985 965 715 775 1019 919 819 725 735<br />

30%<br />

Hotel Wengener Hof<br />

Room 2: Single room £8, South facing room £8<br />

S11H17/CHSF06 Half Board Room 2 7 - 1245 1215 899 965 1189 1079 985 905 915<br />

30%<br />

Hotel Falken<br />

Room 2: Single room £13, South facing room £9, Shared<br />

S11H14/CHSF01 Half Board Room 2 7 825 989 1035 895 935 1109 909 749 849 - facilities redn. £14<br />

30%<br />

Prices included above are a guide only based on selected flight departures between each date range. Holidays are available for any duration from a minimum of 3 nights. Children receive up to 30% discount in selected hotels.<br />

For full details of how to price your holiday, charges, surcharges, supplements & Booking Conditions see the Swiss <strong>Travel</strong> Service W09/10 Ski & Snowboard brochure or visit wwwswisstravelski.co.uk. Supplements ‘from’ are based on low season dates; 1-18 Dec, 2 Jan - 12 Feb, 20 Feb - 19 Mar, 10-17 Apr. NS115a<br />

LIFT PASS (6 DAYS)<br />

Adult (20-61yrs) .......................................................... £132<br />

Child (6-15yrs) ............................................................ £69<br />

Full Sport Lift pass covers use of all mountain railways, cable<br />

cars and lifts in the Jungfrau region (mountain railway from<br />

Eigergletscher to Jungfraujoch excluded but at a 50%<br />

reduction). Youth (16-19yrs) & Senior (62yrs+) lift passes<br />

available locally. Hiking & sledging lift pass available on<br />

reservations system. CHF5 keycard deposit to be paid locally.<br />

HOTEL BELVEDERE<br />

<strong>SKI</strong>/BOARD EQUIPMENT (6 DAYS) ADULT CHILD*<br />

Skis & boots standard ................................. £133 £66<br />

Skis & boots superior .................................. £173 -<br />

Skis only standard ...................................... £84 £42<br />

Skis only superior ....................................... £115 -<br />

Snowboard & boots standard .................... £133 £93<br />

Snowboard only standard .......................... £84 £58<br />

*Child skis & boots = 3-12yrs, Child board & boots = 8-12yrs<br />

WENGEN <strong>SKI</strong> PACK<br />

IMPORTANT: Special Offers may be withdrawn at any time. Prices are in £s and are approximate - please see reservation system, our website or call us for more details.<br />

WENGEN – SWITZERLAND<br />

This Art Nouveau-style, family-run hotel is situated in a quiet but central<br />

position only a 5 minute walk from the resort centre and the nearest lift.<br />

<strong>The</strong> hotel is furnished to a good standard with a cosy and welcoming<br />

atmosphere.<br />

FACILITIES†: Bar and lounge area<br />

•Conservatory •Restaurant •Terrace<br />

•Children’s playroom<br />

ROOMS (2-3 PEOPLE): Twin rooms<br />

with radio, cable TV, safe, hairdryer,<br />

bath or shower and wc. South<br />

facing twins available at a<br />

supplement. North facing single<br />

room available at no supplement<br />

and south facing single on request<br />

at a supplement.<br />

HOTEL WENGENER HOF<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board. Buffet<br />

breakfast & four course evening<br />

meal. Christmas & New Year meals<br />

included.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 62<br />

PROPERTY CODE: S11H24/CHSF04<br />

In a quiet position just five minutes' walk from the village centre and<br />

nearest lift. <strong>The</strong> Wengener Hof offers a quiet, traditional retreat for your<br />

Wengen holiday.<br />

FACILITIES†: Lounge with open fire<br />

and bar •Sun terrace •Sauna<br />

ROOMS (2 PEOPLE): North facing<br />

twin rooms with radio, TV, safe, tea<br />

and coffee making facilities, bath<br />

and wc. South facing rooms<br />

available at a supplement. Single<br />

rooms available at a supplement.<br />

HOTEL FALKEN<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board. Buffet<br />

breakfast & four course evening<br />

meal with choice of main course<br />

plus weekly buffet. Christmas &<br />

New Year meals included.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 40<br />

PROPERTY CODE: S11H17/CHSF06<br />

Five minutes from the resort centre and nearest lift. <strong>The</strong> Falken has been<br />

classified as an 'historical' hotel and the décor and furnishings create a<br />

unique atmosphere.<br />

FACILITIES†: Two lounges •Bar with<br />

pianist •Dining room •Terrace with<br />

superb views<br />

ROOMS (2 PEOPLE): North facing<br />

twin rooms with mountain views,<br />

radio, shower and wc. South facing<br />

single and twin rooms available at a<br />

supplement. Single and twin rooms<br />

with washbasin and shared facilities<br />

available at a reduction.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board. Buffet<br />

breakfast & four course evening<br />

meal with weekly buffet. Christmas<br />

& New Year meals included.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 50<br />

PROPERTY CODE: S11H14/CHSF01<br />

<strong>SKI</strong>/BOARD TUITION<br />

Adult ski/board school (6x3hrs) .................................. £147<br />

Adult ski/board school (5x3hrs) .................................. £130<br />

Child ski/board school (6x3hrs) .................................. £147<br />

Child ski/board school (5x3hrs) .................................. £130<br />

Child ski school = 4-13yrs. Child board school = 8-13yrs.<br />

Group lessons operate Sun-Fri. Beginners start on Sundays &<br />

Mondays only.<br />

Click www.swisstravelski.co.uk/wengen call 0844 879 8002 or see your travel agent<br />

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HIGHLIGHTS<br />

No single supplement<br />

all season in north<br />

facing single rooms<br />

Swiss <strong>Travel</strong><br />

Service Rating •••<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

No single supplement<br />

all season in north<br />

facing single rooms<br />

Swiss <strong>Travel</strong><br />

Service Rating •••<br />

Child %<br />

discount<br />

115


116<br />

SWITZERLAND – VILLARS & LES DIABLERETS<br />

“Mont Blanc is<br />

clearly visible and<br />

its southerly aspect<br />

means Villars gets<br />

more than its fair<br />

share of sunshine”<br />

Fair Excellent<br />

BEGINNERS<br />

INTERMEDIATES<br />

ADVANCED<br />

OFF-PISTE<br />

NON <strong>SKI</strong>ERS<br />

FAMILIES<br />

NIGHTLIFE<br />

MOUNTAIN<br />

Skiing Altitude 1300m–3000m<br />

Resort Altitude 1300m<br />

Pistes 100km<br />

Number of Runs 74<br />

40% 50% 10%<br />

Number of lifts 36<br />

Cable Cars 2 / Drags 28 / Chairs 12 /<br />

Gondolas 3<br />

Longest Run 5km<br />

Direction of Slopes N,S,E,W<br />

Terrain Parks 2<br />

Half Pipe yes<br />

Cross Country Trails 44km<br />

Mountain Restaurants 10<br />

Snowmaking 10km<br />

Resort Ski Bus Yes<br />

FAMILY<br />

Babycare 0-23mths (Villars)<br />

Crèche 2-6yrs (Villars)<br />

Ski Kindergarten 4yrs+ (Les Diablerets)<br />

Ski Kindergarten 3-8yrs (Villars)<br />

See page 373 for more info.<br />

TRAVEL<br />

Departure Airports<br />

Heathrow, London City, Birmingham,<br />

Manchester, Gatwick<br />

Preferred Airports Geneva<br />

Season 1 Dec–30 Apr<br />

Flight Guide See page 384<br />

Transfer Time<br />

2hrs 30 mins by train (Villars) / 2hrs<br />

by train (Diablerets)<br />

GLACIER • GOOD FOR FAMILIES • GOOD FOR BEGINNERS<br />

Overlooking the Rhône Valley, Villars<br />

is a charming, sunny resort offering<br />

spectacular mountain views, with<br />

Mont Blanc clearly visible. It offers a<br />

good selection of cafés, restaurants<br />

and shops, plus good non-ski<br />

activities. A railway winds its way<br />

through the resort and up to the ski<br />

area that is linked with its<br />

neighbouring resort, Les Diablerets,<br />

an unspoilt village set amid<br />

spectacular scenery.<br />

<strong>The</strong> ski area covers 220km of pistes<br />

best suited to beginner and<br />

intermediate skiers and boarders.<br />

<strong>The</strong>re is a nursery area in each village<br />

for complete beginners but most will<br />

prefer to tackle the extensive area of<br />

Bretaye. From Bretaye you will find a<br />

network of runs fanning out on either<br />

side of the valley. Runs reach down to<br />

La Rasses, an area which links the<br />

Villars and Gryon ski areas. From here<br />

you can access the Chaux Ronde<br />

summit at 2020m, which offers a<br />

long, cruising run descending 800m<br />

to Gryon. Access to the Diablerets<br />

glacier is possible from Bretaye via<br />

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Téte du Meilleret and the cable car<br />

from the village of Les Diablerets.<br />

Snowboarders are well catered for<br />

too with several snow parks around<br />

the area and well-groomed pistes for<br />

boarders to hone their skills. Both<br />

Villars and Les Diablerets have been<br />

officially recognised as “family<br />

friendly resorts” by the Swiss<br />

authorities.<br />

Villars resort<br />

RESORT ACTIVITIES<br />

• 44km of cross country skiing<br />

tracks<br />

• 30km of walking paths<br />

• Tobogganing<br />

• Covered artificial ice rink<br />

• Indoor swimming pool<br />

• Indoor tennis<br />

• Squash<br />

• Fitness centre<br />

• Bowling<br />

• Snowshoe trekking<br />

• Horseriding<br />

• Paragliding


SWISS TRAVEL SERVICE RESORT – GUIDE PRICES ONLY – BOOK ANY DURATION FROM 3 NIGHTS OR MORE<br />

Basic Holiday Prices in £s per adult from<br />

the amounts shown.<br />

Eurotel Victoria<br />

19 Dec- 26 Dec- 02 Jan- 30 Jan- 13 Feb- 20 Feb- 27 Feb- 20 Mar- 03 Apr- 10 Apr-<br />

Nts 25 Dec 01 Jan 29 Jan 12 Feb 19 Feb 26 Feb 19 Mar 02 Apr 09 Apr 30 Apr<br />

Supplements in £s per person per night from:<br />

(Unless otherwise stated)<br />

Room 2: Single room £20, South facing room £12<br />

S23H16/CHSJ01 Half Board Room 2 7 1075 1179 789 985 1179 955 825 825 - -<br />

30%<br />

Hotel Du Golf<br />

S23H10/CHSJ02 Half Board Room 2 7 1119 1145 775 979 1175 1065 849 779 789 735<br />

Room 2: North facing single room £20, South facing single<br />

room £37, Larger south facing room £21, South facing room £17 30%<br />

Eurotel Victoria<br />

S49H03/CHS901 Half Board Room 2 7 1235 1349 909 1105 1295 1175 959 965 979 -<br />

Room 2: Single room £Nil, Balcony £4, Junior suite £25<br />

30%<br />

Prices included above are a guide only based on selected flight departures between each date range. Holidays are available for any duration from a minimum of 3 nights. Children receive up to 30% discount in selected hotels.<br />

For full details of how to price your holiday, charges, surcharges, supplements & Booking Conditions see the Swiss <strong>Travel</strong> Service W09/10 Ski & Snowboard brochure or visit wwwswisstravelski.co.uk. Supplements ‘from’ are based on low season dates; 1-18 Dec, 2 Jan - 12 Feb, 20 Feb - 19 Mar, 10-17 Apr. NS117a<br />

LIFT PASS (6 DAYS)<br />

Adult (18yrs+) ............................................................ £190<br />

Youth (10-16yrs) ......................................................... £162<br />

Child (0-9yrs) .............................................................. FREE<br />

Glacier Alpes Vaudoise lift pass covers Villars & Les Diablerets<br />

ski area. CHF5 keycard deposit to be paid locally.<br />

VILLARS & LES DIABLERETS – SWITZERLAND<br />

EUROTEL VICTORIA (VILLARS)<br />

Five minutes from the mountain railway station to Bretaye and the<br />

centre of Villars. <strong>The</strong> nearest lift is 600m away, while it is usually<br />

possible to ski to within 50m of the hotel. <strong>The</strong> local ski bus stops<br />

opposite the hotel.<br />

FACILITIES†: Dining room<br />

•Spacious lounge / bar •‘Peppino’ a<br />

la carte restaurant •Free use of<br />

indoor pool, sauna and fitness room<br />

ROOMS (2 PEOPLE): North facing<br />

Austrian twin rooms have TV, radio,<br />

telephone, minibar, hairdryer, bath<br />

and wc. South facing rooms with a<br />

bath and balcony and single rooms<br />

available at a supplement.<br />

HOTEL DU GOLF (VILLARS)<br />

<strong>SKI</strong>/BOARD EQUIPMENT (6 DAYS) ADULT CHILD *<br />

Skis & boots standard ................................. £107 £60<br />

Skis & boots superior .................................. £148 -<br />

Skis only standard ...................................... £76 £38<br />

Skis only superior ....................................... £104 -<br />

Snowboard & boots standard .................... £120 £84<br />

Snowboard only standard .......................... £76 £53<br />

*Child skis & boots = 3-12yrs, Child board & boots = 8-12yrs<br />

VILLARS <strong>SKI</strong> PACK<br />

- For Les Diablerets see reservations system.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board. Buffet<br />

breakfast & four course evening<br />

meal with choice of main course.<br />

Christmas and New Year meals<br />

included.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 165<br />

PROPERTY CODE: S23H16/CHSJ01<br />

In the heart of Villars just 50m from the rail terminus connecting Villars<br />

with Bretaye and Bex. This charming, traditional hotel offers a<br />

convenient location and great facilities.<br />

FACILITIES†: Spacious lounge with<br />

open fireplace •Cosy bar •Large<br />

restaurant •Rustic Stubli •Large sun<br />

terrace •Two à la carte restaurants<br />

•Free use of 300m 2 new wellness<br />

area with steam room, two spa<br />

baths, relaxation area and fitness<br />

room •Massage treatments •Games<br />

room with table tennis<br />

ROOMS (2-4 PEOPLE): North<br />

facing twin rooms have TV,<br />

telephone, radio, minibar, safe,<br />

hairdryer, bath or shower and wc.<br />

North facing and south facing single<br />

EUROTEL VICTORIA (LES DIABLERETS)<br />

rooms, south facing twin rooms (can<br />

take an extra bed for a child) and<br />

larger south facing twin rooms (can<br />

take two extra beds for children) are<br />

also available at a supplement.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board. Buffet<br />

breakfast & five course evening<br />

meal. Christmas and New Year<br />

meals included.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 69<br />

PROPERTY CODE: S23H10/CHSJ02<br />

In a quiet position with stunning views yet just a few minutes’ walk<br />

from the village centre. <strong>The</strong> Eurotel Victoria is 700m from the ski lifts<br />

and it is usually possible to ski to and from the hotel. <strong>The</strong> ski bus stops<br />

outside. This well-appointed family-run hotel has a warm and friendly<br />

atmosphere.<br />

FACILITIES†: Comfortable and<br />

spacious lounge/bar •Restaurant<br />

•Free use of indoor pool, sauna,<br />

sanarium and fitness room<br />

ROOMS (2-3 PEOPLE): Austrian<br />

twin rooms which can take an extra<br />

bed (child only) have TV, telephone,<br />

radio, minibar, wifi, shower and wc.<br />

Rooms with bath and balcony or<br />

terrace, junior suites, single rooms<br />

available at a supplement.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board. Buffet<br />

breakfast & four course evening<br />

meal with choice of main course.<br />

Christmas and New Year meals<br />

included.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★★ Superior<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 100<br />

PROPERTY CODE: S49H03/CHS901<br />

IMPORTANT: Special Offers may be withdrawn at any time. Prices are in £s and are approximate - please see reservation system, our website or call us for more details.<br />

<strong>SKI</strong>/BOARD TUITION<br />

Adult ski/board school (6x2hrs) .................................. £85<br />

Adult ski/board school (3x2hrs) .................................. £51<br />

Child ski/board school (6x7hrs inc. lunch) .................. £263<br />

Child ski/board school (3x7hrs inc. lunch) .................. £139<br />

Child ski school = 5-14yrs. Child board school = 8-14yrs.<br />

Group lessons operate Mon-Sat. Beginners start on Sundays<br />

only.<br />

Swiss <strong>Travel</strong><br />

Service Rating ••••<br />

INDOOR POOL<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free use of indoor pool<br />

and sauna<br />

Swiss <strong>Travel</strong><br />

Service Rating ••••<br />

WELLNESS AREA<br />

FAMILY ROOMS<br />

Click www.swisstravelski.co.uk/villars or www.swisstravelski.co.uk/lesdiablerets call 0844 879 8002 or see your travel agent<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free use of new<br />

wellness area<br />

Swiss <strong>Travel</strong><br />

Service Rating ••••<br />

CENTRAL LOCATION<br />

INDOOR POOL<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free use of indoor pool,<br />

sauna and sanarium<br />

Child %<br />

discount<br />

117


118<br />

SWITZERLAND – ZERMATT<br />

“Dominated by the<br />

magical Matterhorn<br />

and three<br />

interconnecting ski<br />

areas providing<br />

183km of prepared<br />

pistes, Zermatt is a<br />

mecca for<br />

intermediate &<br />

advanced skiers”.<br />

BEGINNERS<br />

INTERMEDIATES<br />

ADVANCED<br />

OFF-PISTE<br />

NON <strong>SKI</strong>ERS<br />

FAMILIES<br />

NIGHTLIFE<br />

THE MOUNTAIN<br />

Skiing Altitude 1620m–3820m<br />

Resort Altitude 1620m<br />

Pistes Area - 183km<br />

Number of Runs 132<br />

25% 59% 16%<br />

Number of lifts Local - 34<br />

Funicular 1 / Drags 10 / Chairs 7 /<br />

Gondolas 6 / Cog-railway 1<br />

Longest Run 17km<br />

Direction of Slopes N,S,E,W<br />

Terrain Parks 1<br />

Half Pipe Yes<br />

Cross Country Trails 8km<br />

Mountain Restaurants 38<br />

Snowmaking 61km<br />

Resort Ski Bus Yes<br />

Linked resorts Cervinia, Valtournenche<br />

FAMILY<br />

Babycare 3m+<br />

Crèche 2yrs+<br />

Ski Kindergarten 4yrs<br />

See page 373 for more info.<br />

TRAVEL<br />

Fair Excellent<br />

Departure Airports<br />

Heathrow, London City, Birmingham,<br />

Manchester, Gatwick<br />

Preferred Airport Geneva<br />

Season 1 Dec-30 Apr<br />

Flight Guide See page 384<br />

Transfer Time 3hrs 30mins by train<br />

• GLACIER • LIVELY NIGHTLIFE<br />

Zermatt is a virtually car-free village,<br />

which has plenty of entertainment<br />

and some of the best mountain<br />

restaurants around the Matterhorn.<br />

You will find a blend of the quaint<br />

and the sophisticated with a wealth<br />

of restaurants ranging from pizzas to<br />

haute cuisine. Old timber framed<br />

houses line the narrow lanes<br />

alongside chic boutiques and après<br />

ski bars. <strong>The</strong> Papperla, Hennus Tall<br />

and the Olympia Stubli are the most<br />

popular apres ski bars, whilst Elsie’s<br />

bar is famous for its champagne and<br />

oysters.<br />

Rimpfischhorn<br />

4198m<br />

Oberrothorn<br />

3415m<br />

UNTERROTHORN<br />

3103m<br />

BLAUHERD<br />

2627m<br />

STOCKHORN<br />

3405m<br />

Rote Nase<br />

3247m<br />

Fluhalp<br />

2616m 2709m<br />

TRIFTJI<br />

Tuftern<br />

2216m<br />

Dominated by the magical Matterhorn<br />

and three interconnecting ski areas<br />

providing 183km of pistes, Zermatt is<br />

a mecca for intermediate and<br />

advanced skiers. Add to this the<br />

potential to descend into the Italian<br />

resort of Cervinia, and the vast areas of<br />

excellent off piste and heli-skiing<br />

possibilities, you can begin to see why<br />

Zermatt has such an excellent<br />

reputation.<br />

<strong>The</strong> area provides fantastic views over<br />

the Swiss and Italian Alps. <strong>The</strong><br />

Sunnegga Express funicular provides<br />

the final means of transport on to the<br />

Gant<br />

2180m<br />

SUNNEGGA<br />

2290m<br />

Patrullarve<br />

2000m<br />

Monte Rosa<br />

4634m<br />

Hohtälli<br />

3286m<br />

Grünsee<br />

2316m<br />

Liskamm<br />

4527m<br />

GORNERGRAT<br />

3100m<br />

Breitboden<br />

Findeln<br />

2069m<br />

Underground<br />

Funicular<br />

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Castor<br />

4228m Breithorn<br />

4164m<br />

Gornergletscher<br />

ROTHORN<br />

RIFFELBERG<br />

2582m<br />

RIFFELALP<br />

2209m<br />

ZERMATT<br />

1620m<br />

ski area from the heart of the village<br />

and opens up the Sunegga-Blauherd-<br />

Rothorn slopes where fans of<br />

gourmet food will find two of the<br />

best mountain restaurants in<br />

Switzerland, ‘Chez Vrony's’ and the<br />

‘Findlerhof’. Duly refreshed, you<br />

could make your way to the Rothorn<br />

Paradise from where there are several<br />

excellent red runs and a long run<br />

back to the village. From Gornergrat,<br />

cable cars can take advanced skiers<br />

on to the challenging runs on the<br />

Stockhorn.<br />

Gornergrat<br />

Railway<br />

Winkelmatten<br />

Klein<br />

Matterhorn<br />

3820m<br />

TROCKENER STEG<br />

2939m<br />

FURI<br />

1864m<br />

Blatten<br />

THEODULPASS<br />

3290m Furggsattel<br />

3365m<br />

FURGG<br />

2432m<br />

Zum See<br />

Garten<br />

2818m<br />

ACTIVITIES<br />

• 30km of walking paths<br />

• 8km of cross country tracks<br />

• Cinema with regular English<br />

speaking films<br />

• Tobogganing<br />

• Curling and ice skating rinks<br />

• Indoor tennis<br />

• Swimming pools<br />

• Heli-skiing<br />

Cervinia<br />

(Italy)<br />

Hörnli<br />

2775m<br />

SCHWARZSEE<br />

2583m<br />

Zmutt<br />

1936m<br />

MATTERHORN<br />

4478m<br />

Stafelalp<br />

2199m


SWISS TRAVEL SERVICE RESORT – GUIDE PRICES ONLY – BOOK ANY DURATION FROM 3 NIGHTS OR MORE<br />

Basic Holiday Prices in £s per adult from<br />

the amounts shown.<br />

Mont Cervin Palace<br />

01 Nov- 01 Dec- 19 Dec- 26 Dec- 02 Jan- 30 Jan- 13 Feb- 20 Feb- 27 Feb- 20 Mar- 03 Apr- 10 Apr-<br />

Nts 30 Nov 18 Dec 25 Dec 01 Jan 29 Jan 12 Feb 19 Feb 26 Feb 19 Mar 02 Apr 09 Apr 30 Apr<br />

Supplements in £s per person per night from:<br />

(Unless otherwise stated)<br />

Room 2: Single room £4, Deluxe room £43, Superior room<br />

S20H15/CHSI04 Half Board Room 2 7 1699 1685 1990 2150 1699 1865 2175 1935 1855 1889 1919 - £29, Junior suite £112<br />

30%<br />

Hotel Schoenegg<br />

Room 2: North facing single room £34, South facing single<br />

S20H18/CHSI02 Half Board Room 2 7 - 1125 1625 1659 1129 1379 1649 1495 1495 1585 1469 1175 room £47, South facing room £15<br />

30%<br />

Hotel Albana Real<br />

Room 2/3: Single room £19, Deluxe room £23, Superior room<br />

S20H12/CHSI07 Half Board Room 2/3 7 - 1345 2145 2209 1499 1625 1795 1625 1625 1725 1749 - £9, 3rd & 4th Adult redn. £22<br />

30%<br />

Prices included above are a guide only based on selected flight departures between each date range. Holidays are available for any duration from a minimum of 3 nights. Children receive up to 30% discount in selected hotels.<br />

For full details of how to price your holiday, charges, surcharges, supplements & Booking Conditions see the Swiss <strong>Travel</strong> Service W09/10 Ski & Snowboard brochure or visit wwwswisstravelski.co.uk. Supplements ‘from’ are based on low season dates; 1-18 Dec, 2 Jan - 12 Feb, 20 Feb - 19 Mar, 10-17 Apr. NS119a<br />

LIFT PASS (6 DAYS) LS HS<br />

Adult (22-64yrs) ......................................... £179 £205<br />

Youth (17-21yrs) ......................................... £139 £159<br />

Child (11-16yrs) .......................................... FREE FREE<br />

Senior (65yrs+) .......................................... £165 £189<br />

Lift pass covers Zermatt and Cervinia. CHF5 keycard deposit<br />

to be paid locally.<br />

MONT CERVIN PALACE<br />

<strong>SKI</strong>/BOARD EQUIPMENT (6 DAYS) ADULT CHILD*<br />

Skis & boots standard ................................. £123 £62<br />

Skis only standard ...................................... £78 £40<br />

Skis only superior ....................................... £107 -<br />

Snowboard & boots standard .................... £123 £69<br />

Snowboard only standard .......................... £78 £54<br />

*Child skis & boots = 3-12yrs, Child board & boots = 8-12yrs<br />

ZERMATT <strong>SKI</strong> PACK<br />

IMPORTANT: Special Offers may be withdrawn at any time. Prices are in £s and are approximate - please see reservation system, our website or call us for more details.<br />

ZERMATT – SWITZERLAND<br />

Experience the old fashioned charm and romance of this delightful<br />

hotel from the moment you arrive by horse-drawn carriage to the<br />

moment you leave. <strong>The</strong> Mont Cervin Palace is situated on the main<br />

street in the heart of the car-free village of Zermatt and only 100m from<br />

the Gornergrat railway.<br />

FACILITIES†: Beautiful lounges<br />

•Elegant dining room •Piano bar<br />

•Restaurant •Sun terrace •Wifi •Free<br />

use of indoor & outdoor pool, hot<br />

tub, saunas, steam room and fitness<br />

room •Beauty and massage<br />

treatments<br />

FOR FAMILIES: Children’s paddling<br />

pool<br />

ROOMS (2-4 PEOPLE): Twin rooms<br />

with TV, Wifi, radio, minibar, safe,<br />

hairdryer, bathrobes, bath and wc.<br />

HOTEL SCHOENEGG<br />

Superior twins, deluxe twins, junior<br />

suites and single rooms available at<br />

a supplement.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board. Buffet<br />

breakfast and five course evening<br />

meal (smart dress required).<br />

Christmas & New Year Gala meals<br />

included.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 171<br />

PROPERTY CODE: S20H15/CHSI04<br />

In an elevated position accessed via a lift beside the Sunnegga funicular<br />

and only 200m from the village centre. <strong>The</strong> Schoenegg is a wellappointed<br />

and beautifully furnished hotel.<br />

FACILITIES†: Dining room •À la<br />

carte restaurant •Lounge •Stübli bar<br />

•Wellness area with steam room,<br />

sauna, hot tub and fitness area<br />

•Massage •Free use of pool in<br />

neighbouring hotel<br />

ROOMS (2 PEOPLE): North facing<br />

twin rooms with radio, minibar, TV,<br />

safe, hairdryer, bath or shower and<br />

wc. South facing twin and single<br />

room with views of the Matterhorn,<br />

and north facing singles available at<br />

a supplement.<br />

HOTEL ALBANA REAL (ZERMATT)<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board. Buffet<br />

breakfast & five course evening<br />

meal. Weekly Gala dinner. Christmas<br />

and New Year Gala meals included.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 36<br />

PROPERTY CODE: S20H18/CHSI02<br />

In a quiet position overlooking the river mid-way between the<br />

Sunnegga funicular and the Klein Matterhorn lift with resort centre<br />

300m away. <strong>The</strong> Albana Real has been beautifully and unusually<br />

furnished in an 'Art Deco' style.<br />

FACILITIES†: Cosy bar and lounge<br />

with fireplace •Japanese and Thai à<br />

la carte restaurants •Dining room<br />

•Free use of small indoor pool with<br />

massage jets, sauna, steam hot tub<br />

and fitness room •Massage<br />

ROOMS (2-3 PEOPLE): 'Komfort'<br />

twin rooms which can take an extra<br />

bed, have bath or shower, wc and<br />

balcony or terrace. Single, superior<br />

and deluxe rooms are available on<br />

request at a supplement.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board. Buffet<br />

breakfast & five course evening<br />

meal. An allowance of CHF30 is<br />

given against your bill if you dine à<br />

la carte. Christmas & New Year<br />

meals included.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 37<br />

PROPERTY CODE: S20H12/CHSI07<br />

<strong>SKI</strong>/BOARD TUITION<br />

Ski/board lessons available locally.<br />

Click www.swisstravelski.co.uk/zermatt call 0844 879 8002 or see your travel agent<br />

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Service Rating •••••<br />

CENTRAL LOCATION<br />

INDOOR POOL<br />

WELLNESS AREA<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free half bottle of<br />

champagne and mineral<br />

water in room on arrival<br />

Free use of indoor pool<br />

and wellness area<br />

'Dine around' option at<br />

other Seiler hotels in<br />

Zermatt for evening<br />

meals<br />

Swiss <strong>Travel</strong><br />

Service Rating ••••<br />

CENTRAL LOCATION<br />

WELLNESS AREA<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free use of pool in<br />

neighbouring hotel<br />

Swiss <strong>Travel</strong><br />

Service Rating ••••<br />

INDOOR POOL<br />

WELLNESS AREA<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free use of indoor pool<br />

Free use of wellness<br />

area<br />

Free guided ski trip to<br />

Italy (weather<br />

permitting)<br />

Child %<br />

discount<br />

119


120<br />

SWITZERLAND – SAAS FEE<br />

“<strong>The</strong> glacier ski area,<br />

which culminates in<br />

the world’s highest<br />

revolving restaurant,<br />

the Allalin at 3500m,<br />

ensures that skiing<br />

will be possible<br />

throughout the<br />

winter and beyond”<br />

Fair Excellent<br />

BEGINNERS<br />

INTERMEDIATES<br />

ADVANCED<br />

OFF-PISTE<br />

NON <strong>SKI</strong>ERS<br />

FAMILIES<br />

NIGHTLIFE<br />

MOUNTAIN<br />

Skiing Altitude 1800m–3600m<br />

Resort Altitude 1800m<br />

Pistes 100km<br />

Number of Runs 35<br />

25% 50% 25%<br />

Number of lifts 22<br />

Funicular 1 / Drags 13 / Chairs 1 /<br />

Gondolas 7<br />

Longest Run 11km<br />

Direction of Slopes N,E,W<br />

Terrain Parks Yes<br />

Half Pipe 2<br />

Cross Country Trails 6km<br />

Mountain Restaurants 10<br />

Snowmaking 8km<br />

Resort Ski Bus Yes<br />

FAMILY<br />

Babycare 1-23mths<br />

Crèche 2-6yrs<br />

Ski School 4yrs+<br />

See page 373 for more info.<br />

TRAVEL<br />

Departure Airports<br />

Heathrow, London City, Birmingham,<br />

Manchester, Gatwick<br />

Preferred Airport Geneva<br />

Season 1 Dec–30 Apr<br />

Flight Guide See page 384<br />

Transfer Time 3hrs 30mins by<br />

train /postbus<br />

GLACIER • GOOD FOR FAMILIES<br />

Saas Fee enjoys a dramatic setting<br />

surrounded by the highest peaks in<br />

Switzerland. It has the advantage of<br />

being virtually car-free but can still be<br />

reached by road. Car parking is<br />

available at the entrance to the village<br />

and guests are brought to the hotel<br />

by electric carts. This charming and<br />

picturesque resort features many<br />

narrow streets and chalet-style<br />

buildings.<br />

You could be forgiven for thinking<br />

that this is a sleepy resort however<br />

the compact centre bustles with life<br />

during the twilight hours.<br />

Saas Fee features three different ski<br />

areas offering over 100km of high<br />

altitude pistes. <strong>The</strong> glacier ski area,<br />

which culminates in the world's<br />

highest revolving restaurant, the<br />

Allalin at 3500m, ensures that skiing<br />

will be possible throughout the<br />

winter and beyond. Skiing is almost<br />

exclusively above the tree line with<br />

snow virtually guaranteed even lower<br />

down well into April. Beginners are<br />

well served by extensive nursery<br />

slopes on the edge of the village.<br />

Early intermediates will find lots of<br />

wide cruising runs to gain<br />

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confidence, whilst advanced skiers<br />

will enjoy the challenging, steep runs<br />

beneath Felskinn. Intermediates and<br />

advanced skiers may choose to<br />

purchase the Saas valley lift pass<br />

which covers the whole of the Saas<br />

valley including the excellent red runs<br />

at Saas Grund, which receive more<br />

sunshine than the other slopes in the<br />

valley. In addition to the pistes, two<br />

halfpipes above the Morenia make<br />

Saas Fee a popular choice for<br />

snowboarders.<br />

ACTIVITIES<br />

• 6km of cross country trails<br />

and a further 26km in the<br />

Saas Valley<br />

• 60km of walking paths<br />

• Ice skating<br />

• Toboggan run<br />

• Indoor swimming pool<br />

complex with sauna, steam<br />

room & spa bath<br />

• Indoor tennis


SWISS TRAVEL SERVICE RESORT – GUIDE PRICES ONLY – BOOK ANY DURATION FROM 3 NIGHTS OR MORE<br />

Basic Holiday Prices in £s per adult from<br />

the amounts shown.<br />

Hotel Allalin<br />

19 Dec- 26 Dec- 02 Jan- 30 Jan- 13 Feb- 20 Feb- 27 Feb- 20 Mar- 03 Apr- 10 Apr-<br />

Nts 25 Dec 01 Jan 29 Jan 12 Feb 19 Feb 26 Feb 19 Mar 02 Apr 09 Apr 30 Apr<br />

Supplements in £s per person per night from:<br />

(Unless otherwise stated)<br />

S21H16/CHSS02 Bed & Breakfast Room 2/3 7 1079 1155 859 919 1275 1079 959 1059 959 859<br />

Room 2/3: South facing room £10, Single room £9,<br />

4th adult redn. £9<br />

30%<br />

Allalin Studios & Apts<br />

S21A17/CHSS03 Self Catering Studio 2 7 529 549 425 455 625 525 465 489 465 425<br />

Studio 2: Sole use of Studio £22<br />

30%<br />

Apt 2/4 7 485 505 409 429 559 475 425 449 445 409<br />

Apt 2/4: 3 share £6, 2 share £19<br />

Apt 4/6 7 449 459 375 395 515 439 399 419 405 375<br />

Apt 4/6: 5share£3,4share£7<br />

Hotel Alphubel<br />

S21H11/CHSS00 Half Board Room 2/4 7 889 909 765 815 939 765 765 819 849 765<br />

Room 2/4: Single room £12, South facing room £5<br />

30%<br />

Prices included above are a guide only based on selected flight departures between each date range. Holidays are available for any duration from a minimum of 3 nights. Children receive up to 30% discount in selected hotels.<br />

For full details of how to price your holiday, charges, surcharges, supplements & Booking Conditions see the Swiss <strong>Travel</strong> Service W09/10 Ski & Snowboard brochure or visit wwwswisstravelski.co.uk. Supplements ‘from’ are based on low season dates; 1-18 Dec, 2 Jan - 12 Feb, 20 Feb - 19 Mar, 10-17 Apr. NS121a<br />

LIFT PASS (6 DAYS) HS<br />

Adult (19yrs+) ............................................................ £206<br />

Youth (17-18yrs) ......................................................... £172<br />

Child (10-16yrs) .......................................................... £117<br />

Lift pass covers the whole of the Saas Fee Valley. CHF5<br />

keycard deposit to be paid locally.<br />

HOTEL ALLALIN<br />

<strong>SKI</strong>/BOARD EQUIPMENT (6 DAYS) ADULT CHILD*<br />

Skis & boots standard ................................. £123 £62<br />

Skis only standard ...................................... £79 £40<br />

Skis only superior ....................................... £106 -<br />

Snowboard & boots standard .................... £120 £84<br />

Snowboard only standard .......................... £76 £53<br />

*Child skis & boots = 3-12yrs, Child board & boots = 8-12yrs<br />

SAAS FEE <strong>SKI</strong> PACK<br />

IMPORTANT: Special Offers may be withdrawn at any time. Prices are in £s and are approximate - please see reservation system, our website or call us for more details.<br />

SAAS FEE – SWITZERLAND<br />

Beautifully furnished throughout, the Allalin has a quiet location in the<br />

pedestrianised resort centre yet is conveniently close to all amenities.<br />

Family run for three generations, the hotel offers a warm, friendly<br />

atmosphere and superb service.<br />

FACILITIES†: A modern Feng Shui<br />

lounge •Cosy bar •Attractive dining<br />

room •Popular à la carte restaurant<br />

•Terrace •Free use of sauna and hot<br />

tub •Free wifi<br />

ROOMS (2-4 PEOPLE): South facing<br />

twin rooms have telephone,<br />

television, safe, hairdryer, bathrobes,<br />

bath, wc and balcony or terrace.<br />

Family suites are also available.<br />

Single rooms available on request at<br />

a supplement.<br />

ALLALIN STUDIOS & APARTMENTS<br />

BOARD BASIS: Bed & Breakfast.<br />

Half board with five course evening<br />

meal available at a supplement.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 27<br />

PROPERTY CODE: S21H16/CHSS02<br />

<strong>The</strong> Allalin Studios & Apartments are situated in a variety of quiet<br />

locations up to 10 minutes from the centre of Saas Fee and within easy<br />

reach of all ski lifts by ski bus. We would particularly recommend the<br />

apartments to families and groups of friends who prefer the relaxed<br />

atmosphere of a self catering holiday.<br />

ACCOMMODATION: All studios<br />

and apartments equipped with<br />

living area, kitchenette with oven &<br />

grill, bath or shower and wc. Bed<br />

linen, towels and end of stay clean<br />

included.<br />

STUDIOS (2 PEOPLE): Living room<br />

with sofa bed. South facing studios<br />

available at a supplement.<br />

1 BEDROOM APARTMENTS (2-4<br />

PEOPLE): One double bedroom and<br />

sofa bed in the lounge.<br />

HOTEL ALPHUBEL<br />

2 BEDROOM APARTMENTS (4-6<br />

PEOPLE): Two double bedrooms<br />

and sofa bed in the lounge.<br />

DEPOSIT: CHF 100-300 payable on<br />

arrival<br />

BOARD BASIS: Self Catering.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★★<br />

PROPERTY CODE: S21A17/CHSS03<br />

Ideally situated for the slopes, literally next door to the nursery area, ski<br />

school meeting place and the lifts to Plattjen and Langflüh. This chaletstyle<br />

hotel has a welcoming atmosphere and offers great service.<br />

FACILITIES†: Lounge •Stübli bar<br />

•Free use of sauna •Massage<br />

•Games room •Sun terrace •Weekly<br />

programme of events •Wifi<br />

FOR FAMILIES: Free hotel-run<br />

English-speaking children’s club for<br />

2yrs+ (Mon-Fri) •Early dinners<br />

•Games room<br />

ROOMS (2-4 PEOPLE): North<br />

facing twin rooms, some which can<br />

take a set of bunk beds (for children<br />

only), with radio, TV, minibar, safe,<br />

shower and wc. South facing twin,<br />

family and single rooms available at<br />

a supplement.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board. Buffet<br />

breakfast & five course evening<br />

meal. Weekly raclette party and<br />

Gala dinner. Christmas & New Year<br />

meals included.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 35<br />

PROPERTY CODE: S21H11/CHSS00<br />

<strong>SKI</strong>/BOARD TUITION<br />

Adult ski/board school (5x3hrs) .................................. £106<br />

Child ski/board school (5x3hrs) .................................. £106<br />

Child ski school = 5-13yrs. Snowboard school = 8-13yrs.<br />

Group lessons operate Mon-Fri.<br />

Click www.swisstravelski.co.uk/saasfee call 0844 879 8002 or see your travel agent<br />

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HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free use of sauna and<br />

hot tub<br />

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CENTRAL LOCATION<br />

GOOD FOR FAMILIES<br />

CHILDREN’S CLUB<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free use of sauna<br />

Free supervised<br />

childcare<br />

Child %<br />

discount<br />

121


122<br />

SWITZERLAND – ENGELBERG<br />

“You must take the<br />

spectacular rotair<br />

revolving cable car<br />

up to the summit of<br />

Titlis (3020m)<br />

giving you access to<br />

some of the finest<br />

views in the Alps”<br />

BEGINNERS<br />

INTERMEDIATES<br />

ADVANCED<br />

OFF-PISTE<br />

NON <strong>SKI</strong>ERS<br />

FAMILIES<br />

NIGHTLIFE<br />

MOUNTAIN<br />

Skiing Altitude 1050m–3050m<br />

Resort Altitude 1050m<br />

Pistes 82km<br />

Number of Runs 32<br />

28% 56% 16%<br />

Number of lifts 25<br />

Funicular 1 / Drags 7 / Chairs 8 /<br />

Gondolas 9<br />

Longest Run 12km<br />

Direction of Slopes N,E,S<br />

Terrain Parks Yes<br />

Half Pipe Yes<br />

Cross Country Trails 41km<br />

Mountain Restaurants 13<br />

Snowmaking 40km<br />

Resort Ski Bus Yes<br />

FAMILY<br />

Babycare n/a<br />

Crèche 2yrs+<br />

Ski Kindergarten 3-5yrs<br />

See page 373 for more info.<br />

TRAVEL<br />

Fair Excellent<br />

Departure Airports<br />

Heathrow, London City, Birmingham,<br />

Manchester, Gatwick<br />

Preferred Airport Zürich<br />

Season 1 Dec–30 Apr<br />

Flight Guide See page 384<br />

Transfer Time 2hrs 40mins by train<br />

GLACIER • GOOD FOR FAMILIES<br />

Engelberg is a long-established, yearround,<br />

bustling resort. Surrounded by<br />

three spectacular mountain ranges,<br />

and dominated by the imposing<br />

Mount Titlis.<br />

<strong>The</strong> resort features a wide variety of<br />

bars and restaurants. Non-skiers may<br />

wish to visit the impressive 12th<br />

century monastery famous for its<br />

cheese making or use the train to visit<br />

the beautiful city of Lucerne, less than<br />

an hour away.<br />

With guaranteed snow on the glacier<br />

of the impressive Mount Titlis,<br />

Engelberg offers a good range of<br />

Ruchstock<br />

2811m Engelberg-Rotstock<br />

2818m<br />

SCHONEGG<br />

2040m<br />

BRUNNI<br />

1860m<br />

Schwand<br />

RISTIS<br />

1606m<br />

Ruchweg<br />

skiing, best suited to the<br />

intermediate. <strong>The</strong> skiing is effectively<br />

split in two, with the main area on<br />

the north facing slopes of the<br />

Jochpass and Titlis areas.<br />

It is here at Jochpass where<br />

snowboarders will find the half-pipe<br />

and boarder cross runs.<br />

Intermediates will be in their element<br />

with long red runs between Trübsee<br />

and Stand, whereas advanced skiers<br />

can try the awe inspiring Laub<br />

off-piste run, a steep wall descending<br />

1000m from the shoulder of the Titlis.<br />

From Stand you must take the<br />

Bergli<br />

Horbis<br />

Flüematt<br />

Hahnen<br />

2606m<br />

Neuschwandl<br />

Übungslang Winkel<br />

ENGELBERG<br />

1050m<br />

Gross Spannort<br />

3198m<br />

Luzern-Zurich<br />

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Fürenalp<br />

1840m<br />

Eienwäldl<br />

spectacular Rotair revolving cable car<br />

up to the summit of Titlis giving you<br />

access to some of the finest views in<br />

the Alps.<br />

For less challenging and sunnier<br />

slopes, skiers should head for the<br />

cable car from the village to Ristis and<br />

the Brunni area. Here children are<br />

particularly well catered for in the Yeti<br />

Park and the ski school has some<br />

excellent facilities for the youngsters.<br />

Ritz<br />

GERSCHNIALP<br />

1262m<br />

Laub<br />

TITLIS<br />

3239m<br />

Station Titlis<br />

3020m<br />

STAND<br />

2450m<br />

TRÜBSEE<br />

Untertrübsee<br />

ACTIVITIES<br />

• 36km of walking paths<br />

• 40km of cross country trails<br />

• Tobogganing<br />

• Sports centre with indoor<br />

tennis<br />

• Indoor skating<br />

• Curling rinks<br />

• Swimming pool<br />

Obertrübsee<br />

Reissend Nollen<br />

3003m<br />

JOCHSTOCK<br />

2563m<br />

JOCHPASS<br />

2208m<br />

ENGSTLENAL


SWISS TRAVEL SERVICE RESORT – GUIDE PRICES ONLY – BOOK ANY DURATION FROM 3 NIGHTS OR MORE<br />

Basic Holiday Prices in £s per adult from<br />

the amounts shown.<br />

01 Nov- 01 Dec- 19 Dec- 26 Dec- 02 Jan- 30 Jan- 13 Feb- 20 Feb- 27 Feb- 20 Mar- 03 Apr- 10 Apr-<br />

Nts 30 Nov 18 Dec 25 Dec 01 Jan 29 Jan 12 Feb 19 Feb 26 Feb 19 Mar 02 Apr 09 Apr 30 Apr<br />

Supplements in £s per person per night from:<br />

(Unless otherwise stated)<br />

Ski Lodge Engelberg<br />

Room 2/3: Half Board £27, Single room £13, 3rd Adult<br />

S45H14/CHST03 Bed & Breakfast Room 2/3 30%<br />

7 755 755 875 989 789 875 969 875 875 915 845 725 redn. £9<br />

Ramada Regina Titlis<br />

Room 2/3: Sole use of twin £28, Balcony £8,<br />

S45H14/CHST02 Half Board Room 2/3 30%<br />

7 - - - 1405 965 1109 1265 1145 1085 1015 1015 905 Family suite £25<br />

Prices included above are a guide only based on selected flight departures between each date range. Holidays are available for any duration from a minimum of 3 nights. Children receive up to 30% discount in selected hotels.<br />

For full details of how to price your holiday, charges, surcharges, supplements & Booking Conditions see the Swiss <strong>Travel</strong> Service W09/10 Ski & Snowboard brochure or visit wwwswisstravelski.co.uk. Supplements ‘from’ are based on low season dates; 1-18 Dec, 2 Jan - 12 Feb, 20 Feb - 19 Mar, 10-17 Apr. NS123a<br />

LIFT PASS (6 DAYS)<br />

Adult (20-63yrs) .......................................................... £186<br />

Youth (16-19yrs) ......................................................... £126<br />

Child (6-15yrs) ............................................................ £65<br />

Lift pass covers Engelberg ski area. Senior lift pass (64yrs+)<br />

available locally. CHF5 keycard deposit to be paid locally.<br />

<strong>SKI</strong> LODGE ENGELBERG<br />

<strong>SKI</strong>/BOARD EQUIPMENT (6 DAYS) ADULT<br />

Skis & boots standard ................................................. £119<br />

Skis only standard ....................................................... £79<br />

Skis only superior ........................................................ £106<br />

Snowboard only standard .......................................... £79<br />

Snowboard only superior ........................................... £106<br />

Adult skis & boots or board & boots = 13yrs+.<br />

ENGELBERG <strong>SKI</strong> PACK<br />

IMPORTANT: Special Offers may be withdrawn at any time. Prices are in £s and are approximate - please see reservation system, our website or call us for more details.<br />

ENGELBERG – SWITZERLAND<br />

<strong>The</strong> Ski Lodge Engelberg is located just 20m from the train station and<br />

400m from the nearest lift. This boutique hotel is perfect for those<br />

looking to make the most of this fantastic ski area - the friendly staff are<br />

all keen skiers and eager to share with you their expertise and good<br />

local knowledge of the mountain. You can expect a hearty breakfast,<br />

comfortable beds and a personal and friendly service.<br />

FACILITIES†: •Ski Lodge Restaurant<br />

•Bar •Sauna •Hot tub<br />

ROOMS (2-3 PEOPLE): Twin or<br />

double rooms with extra pull out<br />

bed if required, with wifi, flatscreen<br />

cable TV, shower and wc. Single<br />

rooms with shower and wc are also<br />

available at a supplement<br />

HOTEL RAMADA REGINA TITLIS<br />

BOARD BASIS: Bed & Breakfast.<br />

Half Board option with three course<br />

meal available at a supplement.<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 34<br />

PROPERTY CODE: S45H14/CHST03<br />

Centrally located 500m to the Brunni lift, with the ski bus stop only<br />

50m away, the Ramada is a modern hotel in the heart of the village<br />

offering a high standard of accommodation and service.<br />

FACILITIES†: Lounge & reception<br />

area •Popular café/piano bar •Italian<br />

and Swiss à la carte restaurants<br />

•Free use of indoor pool and<br />

wellness area with sauna and steam<br />

room.<br />

ROOMS (2-4 PEOPLE): Twin rooms<br />

have radio, cable TV with pay TV<br />

movie channels, telephone, minibar,<br />

hairdryer, bath or shower and wc.<br />

Family suites, twins with a balcony<br />

and twin for sole use available at a<br />

supplement.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board. Buffet<br />

breakfast & four course evening<br />

meal or buffet. Christmas and New<br />

Year meals included.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 128<br />

PROPERTY CODE: S45H14/CHST02<br />

<strong>SKI</strong>/BOARD TUITION<br />

Adult ski/board school (5x3hrs) .................................. £118<br />

Adult ski/board school (3x3hrs) .................................. £91<br />

Youth ski/board school (5x4hrs) ................................. £151<br />

Youth ski/board school (3x4hrs) ................................. £113<br />

Child ski/board school (5x4hrs) .................................. £151<br />

Child ski/board school (3x4hrs) .................................. £113<br />

Child ski school = 3-5yrs. Youth ski school = 6-15yrs. Youth<br />

snowboard school = 8-15yrs. Group lessons operate<br />

Mon-Fri. Beginners start on Mondays only.<br />

Click www.swisstravelski.co.uk/engelberg call 0844 879 8002 or see your travel agent<br />

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CENTRAL LOCATION<br />

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CENTRAL LOCATION<br />

INDOOR POOL<br />

WELLNESS AREA<br />

GOOD FOR FAMILIES<br />

FAMILY ROOMS<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free use of indoor pool<br />

and wellness area<br />

Child %<br />

discount<br />

123


124<br />

SWITZERLAND – DAVOS & KLOSTERS<br />

“<strong>The</strong> five areas of<br />

Klosters and Davos<br />

are easily accessible<br />

by ski bus or train<br />

and form a paradise<br />

for all levels of<br />

skiers.”<br />

BEGINNERS<br />

INTERMEDIATES<br />

ADVANCED<br />

OFF-PISTE<br />

NON <strong>SKI</strong>ERS<br />

FAMILIES<br />

NIGHTLIFE<br />

MOUNTAIN<br />

Skiing Altitude 1194m–2844m<br />

Resort Altitude 1191m/1540m<br />

Pistes 320km<br />

Number of Runs 113<br />

20% 44% 36%<br />

Number of lifts 56<br />

Funiculars 3 / Drags 36 / Chairs 9 /<br />

Gondolas 12<br />

Longest Run 12km<br />

Direction of Slopes N,S,W<br />

Terrain Parks Yes<br />

Half Pipe Yes<br />

Cross Country Trails 110km<br />

Mountain Restaurants 31<br />

Snowmaking 50km<br />

Resort Ski Bus Yes<br />

FAMILY<br />

Babycare 0-23 months (Klosters)<br />

Crèche 2-6yrs (Klosters)<br />

Ski kindergarten 2-6yrs (Klosters)<br />

See page 373 for more info.<br />

TRAVEL<br />

Fair Excellent<br />

Departure Airports<br />

Heathrow, London City, Birmingham,<br />

Manchester, Gatwick<br />

Preferred Airports Zürich<br />

Season 1 Dec–30 Apr<br />

Flight Guide See page 384<br />

Transfer Time 2hrs 45mins by train<br />

• GOOD FOR FAMILIES (KLOSTERS) • GOOD FOR NON <strong>SKI</strong>ERS<br />

Davos is a town in its own right with<br />

13,000 inhabitants. As a result you<br />

will find a full range of facilities for<br />

both locals and tourists alike. <strong>The</strong><br />

‘Promenade’ is the main road which<br />

links Davos Platz and Dorf. It is lined<br />

with attractive shops and boutiques<br />

and is served by the local ski bus<br />

network, which is free of charge for<br />

guests. After dark there are a number<br />

of lively bars and nightspots. <strong>The</strong><br />

Davos/Klosters guest card allows free<br />

travel on local buses and trains.<br />

Klosters is an internationally<br />

renowned resort, famous for its royal<br />

connections, and has managed to<br />

retain the atmosphere of an unspoilt<br />

alpine village with a relaxed,<br />

unpretentious feel.<br />

Chüpfenflue<br />

2658m<br />

Strelagrat<br />

2545m<br />

Podestatenalp<br />

1987m<br />

DAVOS PLATZ<br />

1540m<br />

2350m<br />

Strelapass<br />

Schiahorn<br />

2709m<br />

Büschalp<br />

Haupter<br />

Tälli<br />

Cavadürli<br />

Schatzalp<br />

1861m Parsenn<br />

Wolfgang<br />

1631m<br />

Schwarzseealp<br />

1847m<br />

1352m<br />

KLOSTERS-DORF<br />

1124m<br />

DAVOS DORF<br />

1560m<br />

Weissfluh<br />

2844m<br />

Station<br />

Höhenweg<br />

2219m<br />

Klosters offers a choice of bars,<br />

traditional restaurants and cafés.<br />

Don’t miss the traditional mountain<br />

restaurants at Schwendi or the<br />

Walserhof restaurant in the village,<br />

both firm favourites with the royals,<br />

although be prepared to book in<br />

advance.<br />

<strong>The</strong> five areas of Klosters and Davos<br />

are easily accessible by ski bus or train<br />

and form a paradise for all levels of<br />

skier. <strong>The</strong> Gotschna cable car gives<br />

access to the extensive Parsenn area.<br />

Good skiers will want to try the<br />

interesting black runs from the<br />

Weissfluhgipfel, which at 2844m is<br />

the highest point in the ski area. <strong>The</strong><br />

long run from the Weissfluhjoch<br />

down to Klosters is a must, stopping<br />

at one of the traditional Schwendi<br />

restaurants on the way.<br />

Weissfluhjoch<br />

2663m<br />

Salezer<br />

Horn<br />

2536m<br />

Lake Davos<br />

Schwarzhorn<br />

2670m Kreuzweg<br />

Parsennfurgga<br />

2443m<br />

Christenstein<br />

2473m<br />

Casanna<br />

2557m<br />

Parsennhütte<br />

2200m Parsennmähder<br />

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Laret<br />

1525m<br />

Madrisa is the family focused<br />

mountain reached by ski bus from<br />

Klosters village. Here there are a<br />

variety of south facing easy and<br />

intermediate pistes. Experienced<br />

skiers will enjoy the long descent to<br />

Klosters via the Schlappin valley. <strong>The</strong><br />

Jakobshorn, Pischa and Rinerhorn<br />

areas of Davos are also covered on<br />

the whole area lift pass.<br />

Casanna Alp<br />

1940m<br />

Gotschnagrat<br />

2285m<br />

Conterser<br />

Schwendi<br />

1682m<br />

Gotschnaboden<br />

1779m<br />

Schifer<br />

1562m<br />

Ried<br />

1497m<br />

Serneuser<br />

Schwendi<br />

Küblis<br />

810m<br />

Conters<br />

1100m<br />

KLOSTERS<br />

1191m<br />

Saas<br />

991m<br />

Serneus 990m<br />

ACTIVITIES<br />

• Cross country skiing<br />

(including floodlit trail at<br />

Davos)<br />

• Prepared walking paths<br />

• Sleigh rides<br />

• Toboganning<br />

• Curling<br />

• Ice rinks<br />

• Casino<br />

• Indoor tennis & squash<br />

• Riding school<br />

• Public swimming pool<br />

Mässplatten<br />

1970m<br />

Albeina<br />

Madrisa<br />

1887m<br />

Gratteggen<br />

2210m<br />

Schaffurggli<br />

2394m<br />

Zugenhuttli<br />

Barnet<br />

2378m<br />

Klosters


SWISS TRAVEL SERVICE RESORT – GUIDE PRICES ONLY – BOOK ANY DURATION FROM 3 NIGHTS OR MORE<br />

Basic Holiday Prices in £s per adult from<br />

the amounts shown.<br />

Hotel Schweizerhof<br />

01 Nov- 01 Dec- 19 Dec- 26 Dec- 02 Jan- 30 Jan- 13 Feb- 20 Feb- 27 Feb- 20 Mar- 03 Apr-<br />

Nts 30 Nov 18 Dec 25 Dec 01 Jan 29 Jan 12 Feb 19 Feb 26 Feb 19 Mar 02 Apr 09 Apr<br />

Supplements in £s per person per night from:<br />

(Unless otherwise stated)<br />

S30H13/CHSH05 Half Board Room 2 7 - 1169 1445 1655 1225 1389 1535 1389 1289 1115 -<br />

Room 2: Single room £10, Junior suite £50, South facing<br />

room £14<br />

30%<br />

Bahnhof Terminus<br />

S30H19/CHSH01 Half Board Room 2 7 - - 1095 1165 875 999 1105 999 905 889 905<br />

Room 2: North facing single room £11, South facing single<br />

room £17, South facing twin room £7, Larger room £14 30%<br />

Hotel Alpina<br />

S37H15/CHS201 Bed & Breakfast Room 2 7 905 899 995 1005 1009 1169 1295 1169 1169 1225 1119<br />

Room 2: Sole use of twin £11, Sole use of superior twin £25,<br />

Sole use of south facing twin £20, Superior south facing<br />

room £17, South facing room £11<br />

30%<br />

Prices included above are a guide only based on selected flight departures between each date range. Holidays are available for any duration from a minimum of 3 nights. Children receive up to 30% discount in selected hotels.<br />

For full details of how to price your holiday, charges, surcharges, supplements & Booking Conditions see the Swiss <strong>Travel</strong> Service W09/10 Ski & Snowboard brochure or visit wwwswisstravelski.co.uk. Supplements ‘from’ are based on low season dates; 1-18 Dec, 2 Jan - 12 Feb, 20 Feb - 19 Mar, 10-17 Apr. NS125a<br />

LIFT PASS (6 DAYS)<br />

Adult (18-64/66yrs) .................................................... £147<br />

Youth (13-17yrs) ......................................................... £130<br />

Child (6-12yrs) ............................................................ £86<br />

Senior (63/65yrs+) ..................................................... £133<br />

Lift pass covers Davos & Klosters ski area. CHF5 keycard<br />

deposit to be paid locally.<br />

DAVOS & KLOSTERS – SWITZERLAND<br />

HOTEL SCHWEIZERHOF (DAVOS)<br />

In Davos Platz, 800m from the Jakobshorn cable car and 200m from the<br />

ski bus stop. Expect impeccable service and traditional hospitality in this<br />

family-run hotel. One of our most popular hotels which is planning a<br />

complete refurbishment to include new rooms and a new wellness area.<br />

FACILITIES†: Elegant dining room<br />

•Bar and lounge with pianist •Free<br />

use of planned new wellness area<br />

with sauna, steam room and fitness<br />

room •Free use of indoor pool at<br />

Hotel Post<br />

FOR FAMILIES: Childrens club<br />

9.30am-6pm<br />

ROOMS (2-4 PEOPLE): North<br />

facing twin rooms with TV, radio,<br />

minibar, hairdryer, shower and wc.<br />

South facing twins with an extra bed<br />

(for a child only) and single rooms<br />

BAHNHOF TERMINUS (DAVOS)<br />

<strong>SKI</strong>/BOARD EQUIPMENT (6 DAYS) ADULT CHILD*<br />

Skis & boots standard ................................. £128 £63<br />

Skis only standard ...................................... £84 £41<br />

Skis only superior ....................................... £69 -<br />

Snowboard & boots standard .................... £107 £84<br />

Snowboard only standard .......................... £76 £53<br />

*Child skis & boots = 3-12yrs, Child board & boots = 8-12yrs<br />

DAVOS <strong>SKI</strong> PACK<br />

- For Klosters see reservations system.<br />

available at a supplement. South<br />

facing junior suites with two extra<br />

beds (for children only) available on<br />

request at a supplement.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half board. Buffet<br />

breakfast & four course evening<br />

meal with salad buffet (smart dress<br />

required). Christmas & New Year<br />

meals included.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 87<br />

PROPERTY CODE: S30H13/CHSH05<br />

In Davos Platz opposite the rail station and just a few minutes from the<br />

main nursery slopes and Jakobshorn cable car. <strong>The</strong> ski bus stop is right<br />

by the hotel. <strong>The</strong> Bahnhof Terminus is an excellent choice for your<br />

Davos holiday.<br />

FACILITIES†: Dining room •Stubli<br />

•Chinese restaurant •Bar/lounge<br />

with open fireplace •Free use of<br />

saunas •Internet access<br />

ROOMS (2 PEOPLE): Twin rooms<br />

have radio, telephone, cable TV,<br />

safe, minibar, bath, wc, hairdryer<br />

and balcony. Superior twin rooms<br />

with lounge area, and single rooms<br />

with bath and wc (on request) are<br />

also available at a supplement.<br />

HOTEL ALPINA (KLOSTERS)<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board. Buffet<br />

breakfast & four course evening<br />

meal. Christmas and New Year<br />

meals included.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 53<br />

PROPERTY CODE: S30H19/CHSH01<br />

Situated in a central location, opposite the station, the Alpina enjoys a<br />

convenient position on a road with no through traffic. <strong>The</strong> proximity to<br />

the Gotschnabahn means skiers have easy access to the slopes and can<br />

even ski to within 100m of the hotel. <strong>The</strong> Alpina is a traditional, familyrun<br />

hotel offering fine service and a good range of facilities.<br />

FACILITIES†: Restaurant •Lounge<br />

area •Free use of wellness area with<br />

indoor pool, saunas, steam room<br />

and fitness room •Massage and<br />

beauty treatments<br />

ROOMS (2 PEOPLE): North facing<br />

double rooms have telephone,<br />

radio, TV, safe, hairdryer, bath, wc<br />

and balcony. South facing double<br />

rooms, superior south facing double<br />

rooms and sole use of rooms<br />

available at a supplement.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Bed & Breakfast.<br />

Half board option available locally at<br />

a supplement.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★★ Superior<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 52<br />

PROPERTY CODE: S37H15/CHS201<br />

IMPORTANT: Special Offers may be withdrawn at any time. Prices are in £s and are approximate - please see reservation system, our website or call us for more details.<br />

<strong>SKI</strong>/BOARD TUITION<br />

Ski/board lessons available - call us for details.<br />

Swiss <strong>Travel</strong><br />

Service Rating ••••<br />

WELLNESS AREA<br />

GOOD FOR FAMILIES<br />

CHILDREN’S CLUB<br />

FAMILY ROOMS<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free use of planned new<br />

wellness area<br />

Swiss <strong>Travel</strong><br />

Service Rating •••<br />

Click www.swisstravelski.co.uk/davos or www.swisstravelski.co.uk/klosters call 0844 879 8002 or see your travel agent<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free use of saunas<br />

Swiss <strong>Travel</strong><br />

Service Rating ••••+<br />

CENTRAL LOCATION<br />

INDOOR POOL<br />

WELLNESS AREA<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free use of indoor pool<br />

and wellness area<br />

Child %<br />

discount<br />

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126<br />

SWITZERLAND – AROSA<br />

“Arosa’s two<br />

compact<br />

interconnecting ski<br />

areas form an<br />

efficient network of<br />

downhill runs with<br />

almost all the skiing<br />

above the treeline”<br />

BEGINNERS<br />

INTERMEDIATES<br />

ADVANCED<br />

OFF-PISTE<br />

NON <strong>SKI</strong>ERS<br />

FAMILIES<br />

NIGHTLIFE<br />

MOUNTAIN<br />

Skiing Altitude 1800m–2653m<br />

Resort Altitude 1800m<br />

Pistes 60km<br />

Number of Runs 30<br />

27% 60% 13%<br />

Number of lifts 13<br />

Cable cars 1 / Drags 4 / Chairs 6 /<br />

Gondolas 9<br />

Longest Run 9km<br />

Direction of Slopes S<br />

Terrain Parks Yes<br />

Half Pipe Yes<br />

Cross Country Trails 26km<br />

Night Skiing Yes<br />

Mountain Restaurants 8<br />

Snowmaking 18km<br />

Resort Ski Bus Yes<br />

FAMILY<br />

Babycare n/a<br />

Crèche See Waldhotel National<br />

Ski Kindergarten 4yrs+<br />

See page 373 for more info.<br />

TRAVEL<br />

Fair Excellent<br />

Departure Airports<br />

Heathrow, London City, Birmingham,<br />

Manchester, Gatwick<br />

Preferred Airport Zürich<br />

Season 1 Dec–9 Apr<br />

Flight Guide See page 384<br />

Transfer Time 2hrs 30mins by train<br />

• GOOD FOR FAMILIES • GOOD FOR BEGINNERS<br />

Arosa is an excellent choice for a<br />

family holiday thanks largely to<br />

excellent child facilities and<br />

instruction at the reputable ski school<br />

and the new and unique Alpen Club<br />

‘Micky Maus’. Non-skiers will find<br />

horse drawn sleigh rides, prepared<br />

winter walking paths and nordic<br />

walking trails, many within the ski<br />

area enabling you to walk to the<br />

mountain restaurants. Children are<br />

well catered for too, with many<br />

activities both on and off snow<br />

geared towards them.<br />

Hörnli 2511m<br />

Schwellisee<br />

Plattenhorn<br />

Inner-Arosa<br />

1820m<br />

<strong>The</strong> winding road up from Chur ends<br />

in Arosa, so you will find no through<br />

traffic. <strong>The</strong> resort offers both casual<br />

stübli as well as more sophisticated<br />

bars to tempt you after returning<br />

from the slopes. <strong>The</strong>re is also the<br />

opportunity to go night skiing under<br />

the full moon every Friday when the<br />

piste is floodlit.<br />

Arosa’s two compact interconnecting<br />

ski areas form an efficient network of<br />

downhill runs with almost all the<br />

skiing above the treeline.<br />

<strong>The</strong>re are plenty of wide-open<br />

flattering runs, which are ideal for the<br />

Weisshorn<br />

2653m<br />

AROSA<br />

1800m<br />

Swiss <strong>Travel</strong> Service is a trading name of Thomas Cook Scheduled Tour Operations Ltd<br />

ABTA No.V2185<br />

Tschuggen<br />

Untersee<br />

beginner and intermediate skier. <strong>The</strong><br />

highest point at the Weisshorn is<br />

reached by two cable cars.<br />

<strong>The</strong> mid-station at Tschuggen is<br />

where the main beginners slopes can<br />

be found. Black runs are from the<br />

Weisshorn direction. Families and<br />

early intermediates, however, will find<br />

the uncrowded, wide-open pistes a<br />

joy. A free ski bus service runs from<br />

the village to Inner Arosa, the Hörnli<br />

and, for cross country skiers, up to<br />

Maran.<br />

Brüggerhorn<br />

2447m<br />

Prätschli<br />

1908m<br />

Obersee<br />

Artenwald<br />

Scheidegg<br />

Maran<br />

ACTIVITIES<br />

• 60km of prepared walking<br />

paths<br />

(special hiker pass available<br />

for use<br />

on the mountain lifts)<br />

• Indoor tennis courts<br />

• Squash<br />

• Hot air balooning<br />

• Paragliding<br />

• Ice skating<br />

• Curling<br />

• Bowling<br />

• Horse drawn sleigh rides<br />

• Snowshoe trekking


SWISS TRAVEL SERVICE RESORT – GUIDE PRICES ONLY – BOOK ANY DURATION FROM 3 NIGHTS OR MORE<br />

Basic Holiday Prices in £s per adult from<br />

the amounts shown.<br />

Waldhotel National<br />

01 Dec- 19 Dec- 26 Dec- 02 Jan- 30 Jan- 13 Feb- 20 Feb- 27 Feb- 20 Mar- 03 Apr-<br />

Nts 18 Dec 25 Dec 01 Jan 29 Jan 12 Feb 19 Feb 26 Feb 19 Mar 02 Apr 09 Apr<br />

Supplements in £s per person per night from:<br />

(Unless otherwise stated)<br />

Room 2: North facing single room £13, South facing single<br />

S33H14/CHS303 Half Board Room 2 7 965 1395 1719 1195 1235 1359 1235 1055 1029 1045 room £22, South facing double room £8, North facing<br />

twin £17, South facing twin £27<br />

30%<br />

Hotel Streiff<br />

S33H12/CHS300 Half Board Room 2 7 - 1059 1095 835 939 1085 949 819 859 945<br />

Room 2: Single £17, Family suite £17, South facing room £8<br />

30%<br />

Hotel Sunstar Park<br />

Room 2: Half Board £21, Single room £20,<br />

S33H16/CHS301 Bed & Breakfast Room 2 7 1005 1335 1415 1089 1165 1285 1165 1069 1105 1119 Superior room £20<br />

30%<br />

Prices included above are a guide only based on selected flight departures between each date range. Holidays are available for any duration from a minimum of 3 nights. Children receive up to 30% discount in selected hotels.<br />

For full details of how to price your holiday, charges, surcharges, supplements & Booking Conditions see the Swiss <strong>Travel</strong> Service W09/10 Ski & Snowboard brochure or visit wwwswisstravelski.co.uk. Supplements ‘from’ are based on low season dates; 1-18 Dec, 2 Jan - 12 Feb, 20 Feb - 19 Mar, 10-17 Apr. NS127a<br />

LIFT PASS (6 DAYS)<br />

Adult (18-60yrs) .......................................................... £174<br />

Youth (13-17yrs) ......................................................... £140<br />

Child (6-12yrs) ............................................................ £90<br />

Senior (61yrs+) .......................................................... £157<br />

Lift pass covers Arosa ski area. CHF5 keycard deposit to be<br />

paid locally.<br />

HOTEL WALDHOTEL NATIONAL<br />

<strong>SKI</strong>/BOARD EQUIPMENT (6 DAYS) ADULT CHILD*<br />

Skis & boots standard ................................. £111 £60<br />

Skis & boots superior .................................. £148 -<br />

Skis only standard ...................................... £76 £38<br />

Skis only superior ....................................... £104 -<br />

Snowboard & boots standard .................... £120 £75<br />

Snowboard only standard .......................... £76 £53<br />

*Child skis & boots = 3-12yrs, Child board & boots = 8-12yrs<br />

AROSA <strong>SKI</strong> PACK<br />

IMPORTANT: Special Offers may be withdrawn at any time. Prices are in £s and are approximate - please see reservation system, our website or call us for more details.<br />

AROSA – SWITZERLAND<br />

In a quiet, elevated position among pine trees 400m from the resort<br />

centre and just 100m from the slopes and nearest ski lift. In our opinion<br />

the best four star superior hotel in Arosa, offering modern interiors and<br />

excellent facilities.<br />

FACILITIES†: Dining room •Fondue<br />

and fine dining restaurant •Lounge<br />

area with live music and bar •Free<br />

use of wellness area with indoor<br />

pool, sauna, steam room, relaxation<br />

area and fitness room •Beauty and<br />

massage treatments<br />

FOR FAMILIES: Childrens club<br />

•Weekly activity programme<br />

•Games room<br />

ROOMS (2-3 PEOPLE): North<br />

facing double rooms have TV, radio,<br />

telephone, minibar, hairdryer,<br />

HOTEL STREIFF<br />

shower and wc on request. South<br />

facing doubles and singles, north<br />

facing singles and triple rooms<br />

(extra bed for child only) available at<br />

a supplement on request.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board. Buffet<br />

breakfast & five course evening<br />

meal. Christmas and New Year<br />

meals included.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★★<br />

SUPERIOR<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 94<br />

PROPERTY CODE: S33H14/CHS303<br />

In an elevated position 300m from the centre of the village and 400m<br />

from the nearest slopes and lift. An exceptionally good three star hotel<br />

with a charming, warm atmosphere and comfortable public areas<br />

including a beautiful refurbished bar area.<br />

FACILITIES†: Dining room •Stubli<br />

and restaurant •Lounge<br />

•Refurbished bar •Rooftop terrace<br />

FOR FAMILIES: Children’s playroom<br />

ROOMS (2-4 PEOPLE): Twin rooms<br />

have radio, telephone, TV, safe,<br />

hairdryer, bath, shower and wc.<br />

Superior south facing twin rooms<br />

and east, west or south facing single<br />

rooms available at a supplement.<br />

HOTEL SUNSTAR PARK<br />

Family suite with twin room and<br />

bunk room on request at a<br />

supplement.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board. Buffet<br />

breakfast & four course evening<br />

meal. Christmas and New Year<br />

meals included.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 41<br />

PROPERTY CODE: S33H12/CHS300<br />

Set just below the main street on a small hill above the Untersee, 400m<br />

from the resort centre and 800m from the nearest slopes and ski lift.<br />

<strong>The</strong> Sunstar Park offers great facilities and a relaxed, welcoming<br />

atmosphere.<br />

FACILITIES†: Dining room •Lounge<br />

•Bar •Free use of indoor pool,<br />

sauna, steam room, relaxation area<br />

and fitness room •Massage<br />

•Bowling alley •Indoor tennis and<br />

badminton •Weekly activity<br />

programme<br />

ROOMS (2-3 PEOPLE): Twin rooms<br />

have cable TV, minibar, safe, internet<br />

access, bath, wc and hairdryer.<br />

Superior twin rooms (can take an<br />

extra bed for a child), single rooms<br />

and superior single rooms available<br />

at a supplement.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Bed & Breakfast.<br />

Half Board with four course evening<br />

meal compulsory 25 Dec-2 Jan.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 106<br />

PROPERTY CODE: S22H16/CHS301<br />

<strong>SKI</strong>/BOARD TUITION<br />

Adult ski/board school (5x2hrs) .................................. £138<br />

Adult ski/board school (3x2hrs) .................................. £88<br />

Child ski/board school (5x2hrs15m) ........................... £113<br />

Child ski/board school (3x2hrs15m) ........................... £71<br />

Child ski school = 4-18yrs. Child snowboard school = 8-18yrs.<br />

Click www.swisstravelski.co.uk/arosa call 0844 879 8002 or see your travel agent<br />

Swiss <strong>Travel</strong><br />

Service Rating ••••+<br />

INDOOR POOL<br />

WELLNESS AREA<br />

GOOD FOR FAMILIES<br />

CHILDREN’S CLUB<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free use of indoor pool<br />

and wellness area<br />

Swiss <strong>Travel</strong><br />

Service Rating •••<br />

Swiss <strong>Travel</strong><br />

Service Rating ••••<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free lift pass for all<br />

guests<br />

Complimentary minibar<br />

with soft drinks, water<br />

and beer replenished<br />

daily<br />

No single supplement in<br />

standard single room all<br />

season<br />

Child %<br />

discount<br />

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128<br />

WELCOME TO B<br />

Bulgaria and Romania may not<br />

be home to the most extensive<br />

ski areas in the world, but they<br />

cannot be beaten on value for<br />

money.<br />

<strong>The</strong> ski schools provide an<br />

excellent service for those who<br />

are new to winter sports. You<br />

really would be hard pushed to<br />

find better places to make your<br />

first few turns on snow.<br />

• <strong>The</strong> resorts in Bulgaria and<br />

Romania are ideal for beginners<br />

and improvers, as they offer great<br />

value ski hire, lift passes and<br />

lessons, and the ski schools cater<br />

very well for first time skiers.<br />

• Pre-booking your ski packs is<br />

strongly advised as the prices<br />

locally tend to be considerably<br />

higher.<br />

• Neither Bulgaria nor Romania<br />

would be recommended for<br />

gourmets as the food is basic and<br />

can be served warm rather than<br />

hot. Alternatively, try one of the<br />

many local ‘Mehana’ or taverns<br />

for a taste of authentic Bulgarian<br />

food and nightlife, not to be<br />

missed! <strong>The</strong> wine connoisseur will<br />

find many excellent local wines<br />

available at bargain prices.<br />

• We are now offering flight only<br />

options to Bulgaria on selected<br />

dates. Call us or log on to<br />

www.neilson.co.uk.<br />

• All children travelling to Bulgaria,<br />

regardless of age must travel with<br />

their own passport.<br />

• Currency should be taken in £<br />

sterling and changed in resort.<br />

Although living in these countries<br />

is cheap by UK standards, bring<br />

enough money for the<br />

unexpected as it may be difficult<br />

to get hold of extra funds.<br />

• Credit cards can be used in cash<br />

machines in Bulgaria and<br />

Romania but not generally in the<br />

local shops and restaurants.<br />

• Romanian holiday prices in this<br />

brochure include a lift pass, ski<br />

school and equipment - PLUS,<br />

après-ski and evening drinks every<br />

night! See page 131 for more<br />

details.<br />

BULGARIA<br />

Bansko 136-141<br />

Borovets 132-135<br />

Pamporovo 142-146<br />

ROMANIA<br />

Poiana Brasov 129-131<br />

Ideal for beginners,<br />

families & great<br />

value skiing<br />

Bansko<br />

BULGARIA<br />

& ROMANIA<br />

SOFIA<br />

Borovets<br />

Poiana Brasov<br />

Pamporovo<br />

BUCHAREST


LEARN TO TURN RESORT • ‘INCLUSIVE’ HOLIDAYS<br />

ACTIVITIES<br />

• Sauna<br />

• Massage<br />

• Swimming pool (in Brasov)<br />

• Snowmobiles<br />

• Floodlit night Skiing on<br />

Bradul slope (high season<br />

only)<br />

• Ice skating<br />

V f.Postavarul<br />

1799m<br />

Poiana<br />

Doamnei<br />

BRAN CASTLE<br />

Visit the home of Dracula, Bran Castle,<br />

on a half day excursion. A way to take<br />

a break from the slopes.<br />

BRASOV BY NIGHT<br />

Widely known as ‘little Prague’ this<br />

medieval town is just 30 minutes away<br />

and a must see.<br />

V f.Cristianul<br />

Mare<br />

POIANA<br />

BRASO V<br />

1020m<br />

Groapa Lupului<br />

Poiana<br />

Rated top value for money by Neilson<br />

guests many of whom return year<br />

after year. Poiana Brasov has been<br />

carefully developed retaining its<br />

cultural uniqueness and maintaining<br />

its friendly and welcoming<br />

atmosphere. Set amidst the beautiful<br />

pine forests of the Carpathian<br />

mountains, the purpose-built resort of<br />

Poiana Brasov has a compact lift<br />

system and offers a range of skiing<br />

ideal for beginners, and offers<br />

excellent value for money.<br />

POIANA BRASOV – ROMANIA<br />

Nursery slopes are situated in the<br />

village and on the plateau at the top<br />

of the mountain. <strong>The</strong> ski area offers<br />

easy progression to the main pistes<br />

with the added advantage of skiing<br />

back to the village on a long blue run.<br />

Poiana’s multi award winning ski<br />

school is one of the best in our entire<br />

programme and is an ideal place to<br />

learn. For non-skiers there is a good<br />

range of activities and excursions<br />

available, not to mention the<br />

legendary Dracula’s castle.<br />

“Poiana’s multi<br />

award winning ski<br />

school is one of the<br />

best in our entire<br />

programme and is<br />

an ideal place to<br />

learn.”<br />

BEGINNERS<br />

INTERMEDIATES<br />

ADVANCED<br />

OFF-PISTE<br />

NON <strong>SKI</strong>ERS<br />

FAMILIES<br />

NIGHTLIFE<br />

MOUNTAIN<br />

Skiing Altitude 1020m–1775m<br />

Resort Altitude 1020m<br />

Pistes 14km<br />

Number of Runs 8<br />

50% 37% 13%<br />

Number of lifts 8<br />

Drags 5 / Gondolas 1 / Cable Cars 2<br />

Longest Run 2.3km<br />

Direction of Slopes NW<br />

Night Skiing yes<br />

Mountain Restaurants 2<br />

Snowmaking yes<br />

Resort Ski Bus no<br />

TRAVEL<br />

Fair Excellent<br />

Departure Airports<br />

Manchester & Heathrow<br />

Destination Airports Bucharest<br />

Season 19 Dec–6 Mar<br />

Departure Day Saturday<br />

Flight Guide See page 384<br />

Transfer Time 3hrs 15mins<br />

<strong>SKI</strong> ‘INCLUSIVE’<br />

HOLIDAYS*<br />

One great price for adults (& children<br />

from 7 years old) gives you all this:<br />

Hotel accommodation on a half board<br />

basis plus free wine, beer or soft drinks<br />

served with evening meals<br />

Afternoon tea and cakes from<br />

16.00 – 18.00 daily<br />

Free bar at the Hotel Bradul serving<br />

wine, beer, soft drinks and spirits - open<br />

from 18.00 to 23.45 daily<br />

Skier’s & Snowboarder’s pack worth<br />

almost £150 includes:<br />

• 6-days lift pass<br />

• 6-days ski or board equipment**<br />

• Ski tuition 6 days x 4 hrs or board<br />

tuition 3 days x 2 hrs<br />

* Lunch is not included<br />

** Ski pack items are not interchangeable<br />

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130<br />

ROMANIA – POIANA BRASOV<br />

HOTEL BRADUL<br />

Located close to the slopes and 225m to the resort centre, the Hotel<br />

Bradul is a comfortable and friendly property, with a ‘laid-back’<br />

atmosphere. <strong>The</strong> ‘Bradul Club’ is a popular après ski bar and a great<br />

place to relax and talk about your day’s exploits on the mountain. <strong>The</strong><br />

cable car is just 80m away as is the ski school meeting point.<br />

FACILITIES†: 24 hour reception<br />

•Lounge •Downstairs Bradul Club<br />

with billiard table open 16.00-23.45<br />

•Sauna and massage at adjoining<br />

Hotel Sport<br />

ROOMS (2-3 PEOPLE): Twin or<br />

double bedded rooms, some with<br />

sleeper sofa (suitable for one adult<br />

or one child) have small bath,<br />

shower and wc. Rooms have cable<br />

TV, minibar, hairdryer and most<br />

have a balcony with woodland or<br />

mountain views.<br />

HOTEL POIANA<br />

BOARD BASIS: All Inclusive. Buffet<br />

style breakfast and dinner with<br />

drinks. Meals are taken at the next<br />

door Hotel Sport which is linked by<br />

a corridor. Christmas dinner & New<br />

Year Gala meal included.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 55<br />

PROPERTY CODE: Y40H10<br />

<strong>The</strong> Hotel Poiana is in a quiet area, 150m from the cable car station and<br />

the ski school meeting point. <strong>The</strong> hotel offers friendly, modern<br />

accommodation with good service. <strong>The</strong> Poiana bar with its log fireplace<br />

and woodland views is a popular gathering point for skiers and<br />

instructors.<br />

FACILITIES†: 24 hour reception<br />

•Breakfast room •Popular lounge<br />

with hotel bar and cable TV<br />

ROOMS (2-3 PEOPLE): Two or<br />

three bedded rooms have woodland<br />

views (some have a double bed),<br />

with minibar, cable TV, half bath,<br />

shower and wc.<br />

BOARD BASIS: All Inclusive. Buffet<br />

style breakfast and dinner with<br />

drinks. Dinner to be taken at the<br />

Hotel Sport 50m away. Christmas<br />

meal & New Year Gala meal<br />

included.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 53<br />

PROPERTY CODE: Y40H08<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk/poianabrasov call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

Neilson Rating •••<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Price includes<br />

equipment hire, tuition<br />

and lift pass - see<br />

opposite<br />

Neilson Rating •••<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Price includes<br />

equipment hire, tuition<br />

& lift pass - see opposite


GO ’INCLUSIVE’ – YOUR HOLIDAY PRICE INCLUDES EQUIPMENT HIRE, TUITION, LIFT PASS & MUCH MORE!<br />

Basic Holiday Prices in £s per adult from<br />

the amounts shown.<br />

HOTEL SPORT<br />

19 Dec- 26 Dec- 02 Jan- 23 Jan- 06 Feb- 13 Feb- 20 Feb- 06 Mar-<br />

Nts 25 Dec 01 Jan 22 Jan 05 Feb 12 Feb 19 Feb 05 Mar 13 Mar<br />

POIANA BRASOV – ROMANIA<br />

<strong>The</strong> Hotel Sport is in an ideal location with stunning views of the<br />

surounding area. Just 50m from the ski school meeting point and 200m<br />

from the resort centre. <strong>The</strong> lifts are 45m away.<br />

FACILITIES†: 24 hour reception<br />

•Two restaurants (one à la carte)<br />

•Bar •Free entry to ‘Bradul Club’ in<br />

Hotel Bradul, open from 16.00-<br />

23.45 •Comfortable lounge • Sauna<br />

•Massage •Internet corner •Money<br />

exchange<br />

ROOMS (2-3 PEOPLE): Twin or<br />

double beds some with a sleeper<br />

sofa (suitable for one adult or one<br />

child) with cable TV, minibar, bath,<br />

shower & wc. Some rooms have a<br />

balcony. Rooms for sole use are<br />

available on request at a<br />

supplement.<br />

<strong>SKI</strong> ‘INCLUSIVE’ HOLIDAYS* – GREAT VALUE FOR MONEY!<br />

We know that ski holidays aren’t<br />

the cheapest, those other ‘extras’<br />

can add up. That’s why we’ve put<br />

together this amazing ‘Inclusive’<br />

package that gives you incredible<br />

value for money making it perfect<br />

for first time skiers or boarders,<br />

families & groups. All of our ski<br />

holidays to Romania are offered on<br />

an ‘Inclusive’ basis, which means<br />

that you will get everything listed<br />

opposite without having to pay<br />

anything extra - it’s all part of your<br />

basic holiday price! That makes it<br />

easier for you to budget for your<br />

holiday and make sure that all you<br />

BOARD BASIS: All Inclusive. Buffet<br />

style breakfast and dinner with<br />

drinks. Christmas dinner & New<br />

Year Gala meal included.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 89<br />

PROPERTY CODE: Y40H09<br />

really need to worry about is your<br />

spending money.<br />

WHAT’S INCLUDED:<br />

One great price for adults (&<br />

children from 7 years old) gives you<br />

all this:<br />

• Return flights including in-flight<br />

meal<br />

• Coach transfer to and from resort<br />

• Hotel accommodation on a half<br />

board basis plus free wine, beer or<br />

soft drinks served with evening<br />

meals - taken in Hotel Sport each<br />

evening<br />

• Unlimited beer, wine, local spirits<br />

& soft drinks in the Bradul Club<br />

from 16:00-23.45 every day.<br />

Neilson Rating •••+<br />

Supplements in £s per person per night from:<br />

(Unless otherwise stated)<br />

Hotel Bradul<br />

Room 2/3: Sole use of twin £13, 3rd & 4th Adult redn. £5<br />

7 695 895 559 589 589 889 575 589<br />

Y40H10 Inclusive Room 2/3 35%<br />

Hotel Poiana<br />

Room 2/3: Sole use of twin £13, 3rd & 4th Adult redn. £5<br />

7 685 885 555 549 585 879 569 585<br />

Y40H08 Inclusive Room 2/3 35%<br />

Hotel Sport<br />

Room 2/3: Sole use of twin £13, 3rd & 4th Adult redn. £5<br />

7 699 899 565 595 595 895 579 595<br />

Y40H09 Inclusive Room 2/3 35%<br />

Prices are a guide only & will be confirmed on enquiry. Adult prices in £ sterling start from the amounts shown & apply to selected flight departures between each date range based on current charges & costs. Prices may go up or down & supplements (e.g. flight &/or fuel), or reductions may apply. Supplements ‘from’ are based on low season dates. For full details on how to price your holiday, charges,<br />

supplements & surcharges see ‘Your Holiday Price’ page 368. For important Holiday Information & Booking Conditions see pages 368 - 385. †Some facilities may incur a local charge. LOW 02-29Jan.MID 19-25Dec,30Jan-12Feb,20Feb-13Mar.HIGH 26 Dec - 01 Jan, 13 - 19 Feb. NS131a<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk/poianabrasov call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Price includes<br />

equipment, tuition and<br />

lift pass - see below<br />

• 6 days lift pass, skis, poles &<br />

boots or snowboard &<br />

boots**<br />

• 4 hours group ski tuition<br />

each day for 6 days or 2<br />

hours group snowboard<br />

tuition for 3 days**<br />

• Services of your Neilson Rep<br />

*Lunch is not included<br />

**Ski school is available for children<br />

aged 7yrs and older. Younger<br />

children may take private lessons,<br />

which may be arranged locally for<br />

an additional fee. Snowboard<br />

lessons are available for adults &<br />

youths from 13yrs. Children aged 5<br />

& 6 years receive lift pass and<br />

equipment only. Ski pack items are<br />

not interchangeable.<br />

Child %<br />

discount<br />

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132<br />

BULGARIA – BOROVETS<br />

“One of our best<br />

places to learn to<br />

ski, the ski school<br />

has introduced<br />

thousands of people<br />

to the sport over the<br />

years.”<br />

BEGINNERS<br />

INTERMEDIATES<br />

ADVANCED<br />

OFF-PISTE<br />

NON <strong>SKI</strong>ERS<br />

FAMILIES<br />

NIGHTLIFE<br />

MOUNTAIN<br />

Skiing Altitude 1350m–2560m<br />

Resort Altitude 1350m<br />

Pistes 58km<br />

Number of Runs 19km<br />

40% 50% 10%<br />

Number of lifts 14<br />

Drags 9 / Chairs 4 / Gondolas 1<br />

Longest Run 12km<br />

Direction of Slopes N,NW,W<br />

Half Pipe yes<br />

Cross Country Trails 35km<br />

Night Skiing yes<br />

Mountain Restaurants 8<br />

Snowmaking yes<br />

Resort Ski Bus no<br />

FAMILY<br />

Fair Excellent<br />

Babycare n/a<br />

Créche See Hotel Rila<br />

Ski Kindergarten 4-7yrs<br />

See page 373 or<br />

neilson.co.uk/childcare for more info.<br />

TRAVEL<br />

Departure Airports<br />

Birmingham, Bristol,<br />

Gatwick & Manchester<br />

Destination Airports Sofia<br />

Season 19 Dec–6 Mar<br />

Departure Day Saturday<br />

Flight Guide See page 384<br />

Transfer Time 1hrs 30mins<br />

SPECIAL OFFER<br />

Hotel Rila & Studios guests receive 1 free<br />

adult or child lift pass when pre-booking<br />

1 adult lift pass.<br />

Valid for 9-23 Jan, 27 Feb & 6 Mar arrivals<br />

Hotel Rila & Studios guests receive a ½<br />

price adult or child ski or snowboard<br />

pack when pre-booking 1 adult ski or<br />

snowboard pack.<br />

Valid for 9-23 Jan, 27 Feb & 6 Mar arrivals<br />

FAMILY RESORT • LEARN TO TURN RESORT • LIVELY NIGHTLIFE • <strong>SKI</strong> LEADING<br />

Borovets, meaning pine forest, is<br />

Bulgaria’s first and most established ski<br />

resort. At 1300m, the small, compact<br />

resort sits amidst thick pine forests<br />

within the Rila Mountains. <strong>The</strong> ski area<br />

is split into three distinct areas, all<br />

easily accessed from the resort centre.<br />

<strong>The</strong> bustling resort offers many<br />

restaurants and bars providing a wide<br />

range of international cuisine as well<br />

as local dishes. <strong>The</strong>re are bargains<br />

galore in the local shops and market<br />

style stalls in the small pedestrianised<br />

area, and going out is extremely good<br />

value compared to home.<br />

<strong>The</strong> ski area is particularly good for<br />

beginners, intermediates and families,<br />

who will all love the ease with which<br />

you can get around this brilliant little<br />

resort. Along with the cheaper prices,<br />

Borovets is an excellent choice of<br />

resort for those trying out the sport<br />

for the first time, with an excellent ski<br />

school that has introduced thousands<br />

of people to skiing over the years.<br />

ACTIVITIES<br />

• Bumboarding<br />

• Bowling<br />

• Night Skiing<br />

(payable locally at a supplement)<br />

• Sleigh rides<br />

• Traditional entertainment<br />

• Weekly excursions to Sofia & Rila<br />

monastery<br />

• Picturesque walks<br />

LIFT PASS & TUITION<br />

PRICE PROMISE<br />

See page 371<br />

WEEKLY <strong>SKI</strong> SHOW<br />

A highlight for everyone who’s<br />

had lessons, to be entertained<br />

by their instructors! A firm<br />

favourite with families and a<br />

local night for the resort at the<br />

base of the slopes outside the<br />

Rila hotel. And it’s free!<br />

SNOWMOBILING<br />

Sling a leg over one of these<br />

powerful machines for an<br />

adventure into the surrounding<br />

hills of Borovets. <strong>The</strong> pace can<br />

be as frenetic as you like, either<br />

a great way to explore the local<br />

countryside or a pure<br />

adrenaline rush.<br />

SPECIAL OFFER<br />

Hotel Samokov guests receive<br />

free tuition & equipment for 1<br />

child when 2 adults pre-book<br />

tuition & equipment.


HOTEL ELA<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk/borovets call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

BOROVETS – BULGARIA<br />

Small by Bulgarian standards, but with a relaxed atmosphere, the Hotel<br />

Ela has been recently renovated and is now one of the best value hotels<br />

in Borovets. Lying in the centre of the resort, only 50m from the main<br />

gondola lift and 300m from the ski school meeting point. It is ideal for<br />

those who prefer a hotel which is slightly more intimate but still close to<br />

all the resort’s action.<br />

FACILITIES†: 24 hour reception with<br />

small lounge area & TV •Sauna<br />

•Steam room •Restaurant<br />

•Lounge/bar •Pool table<br />

ROOMS (2-4 PEOPLE): Twin rooms<br />

with cable TV, minibar, hairdryer,<br />

shower and wc. Twin rooms on the<br />

fourth floor available at a<br />

supplement. Larger rooms with<br />

double sofa bed (suitable for one<br />

adult or two children) and a balcony<br />

also available at a supplement.<br />

HOTEL MOURA<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board. Hot &<br />

cold buffet breakfast and three<br />

course evening meal buffet style.<br />

Christmas & New Year meals<br />

included.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 76<br />

PROPERTY CODE: Y80H07<br />

Enjoying a favourable location right in the centre of the resort, this<br />

hotel is handy for the slopes and all the après ski action in the area.<br />

With its relaxing and friendly atmosphere the hotel bar is also a great<br />

place to unwind or get in the mood for a great night out. <strong>The</strong> hotel is<br />

situated right in the centre of the resort just 200 metres from the<br />

gondola and nearest slopes.<br />

FACILITIES†: Reception with safety<br />

deposit boxes •Comfortable lounge<br />

with open fireplace •Bar •Restaurant<br />

•Shop • Nightclub (sound-proofed)<br />

•Wifi •Massage<br />

ROOMS (2-4 PEOPLE): Recently<br />

refurbished twin rooms have satellite<br />

TV, an extra single bed and a single<br />

sofa bed, bath or shower and wc.<br />

Larger rooms with a double bed,<br />

bath & balcony available at a<br />

supplement.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board.<br />

Hot & cold buffet breakfast and<br />

buffet style dinner with choice.<br />

Christmas and New Year Gala meals<br />

included.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★<br />

PROPERTY CODE: Y80H02<br />

Neilson Rating •••<br />

CENTRAL LOCATION<br />

FAMILY ROOMS<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free use of sauna and<br />

steam room<br />

Free welcome drink<br />

Neilson Rating •••<br />

CENTRAL LOCATION<br />

FAMILY ROOMS<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Welcome drink on<br />

arrival<br />

Free 1/2 bottle of wine<br />

per person with<br />

Christmas and New Year<br />

Gala meals<br />

VALUE<br />

No frills accommodation at a cheaper price<br />

– where it's the skiing that really counts!<br />

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134<br />

BULGARIA – BOROVETS<br />

HOTEL SAMOKOV<br />

Located just 75m from the gondola station, 300m from the nursery<br />

slopes and less than a minute’s stroll from the resort centre, the Hotel<br />

Samokov offers both comfortable accommodation and easy access to all<br />

the resort’s facilities.<br />

FACILITIES†: 24 hour reception<br />

•Split level restaurant •À la carte<br />

‘Panorama’ restaurant •Lobby with<br />

cocktail bar •Free use of indoor<br />

swimming pool •Steam room, hot<br />

tub & fitness room •Beauty salon &<br />

hairdresser •Massage treatments<br />

available •Free Wifi in the lobby<br />

•Table tennis •Billiards<br />

FOR FAMILIES: Games room •Ten<br />

pin bowling<br />

ROOMS (2-3 PEOPLE): Twin and<br />

triple rooms with bath and wc,<br />

hairdryer, satellite TV, fridge and<br />

balcony. Double rooms & triple<br />

rooms for sole use are available at a<br />

supplement.<br />

HOTEL LION BOROVETS<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board. Buffet<br />

breakfast and three course buffet<br />

dinner. À la carte option available in<br />

the ‘Panorama’ restaurant at a<br />

supplement. Christmas & New Year<br />

meals are included.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 294<br />

PROPERTY CODE: Y80H03<br />

<strong>The</strong> Hotel Lion is an elegant and modern property with excellent<br />

facilities to help you relax. Set in a quiet location, surrounded by forest<br />

with shops and restaurants nearby, it offers a good standard of<br />

accommodation, contemporary decor and a friendly atmosphere. <strong>The</strong><br />

complimentary hotel shuttle bus serves the ski area 1.3km away.<br />

FACILITIES†: 24 hour reception<br />

•Lounge with open fireplace &<br />

cocktail bar •Restaurant •Traditional<br />

à la carte ‘Mehana’ •Free use of<br />

indoor pool, two saunas, steam<br />

room, hot tub & fitness room<br />

•Massage & beauty treatments<br />

•Table tennis & pool table •Wifi<br />

•Hairdresser •Complimentary<br />

shuttle bus to the slopes every<br />

30mins<br />

ROOMS (2-3 PEOPLE): Double<br />

bedrooms with satellite TV, minibar,<br />

hairdryer, bath & wc.<br />

Superior rooms with twin beds plus<br />

a sofa bed and larger rooms (35m2 )<br />

with twin beds and a double sofa<br />

bed suitable for one adult or two<br />

children are available at a<br />

supplement.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board. Hot &<br />

cold buffet breakfast and four course<br />

evening buffet dinner with choice.<br />

Christmas dinner included. New<br />

Year Gala dinner with free ½ bottle<br />

of wine per person and live music.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 157<br />

PROPERTY CODE: Y80H09<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk/borovets call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

Neilson Rating •••<br />

CENTRAL LOCATION<br />

INDOOR POOL<br />

WELLNESS AREA<br />

GOOD FOR FAMILIES<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Receive 6 days free child<br />

ski tuition when 2 adults<br />

pre-book ski school<br />

Receive 6 days free child<br />

equipment hire when 2<br />

adults pre-book<br />

equipment<br />

Free use of indoor pool<br />

Sauna, steam room, hot<br />

tub and fitness room<br />

Neilson Rating ••••<br />

INDOOR POOL<br />

WELLNESS AREA<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free use of indoor pool,<br />

hot tub, 2 saunas, steam<br />

room & fitness room<br />

Free welcome drink<br />

Free ½ bottle of wine<br />

per person and live<br />

music with New Year<br />

Gala dinner<br />

Special discount 2-5yrs:<br />

£150HS; £50LS


Basic Holiday Prices in £s per adult from<br />

the amounts shown.<br />

Hotel Ela<br />

19 Dec- 26 Dec- 02 Jan- 23 Jan- 06 Feb- 13 Feb- 20 Feb- 06 Mar-<br />

Nts 25 Dec 01 Jan 22 Jan 05 Feb 12 Feb 19 Feb 05 Mar 13 Mar<br />

Supplements in £s per person per night from:<br />

(Unless otherwise stated)<br />

Room 2: Sole use of twin £Nil, Balcony £2, Larger room £1,<br />

Y80H07 Half Board Room 2 7 529 639 409 425 425 759 419 409 3rd Adult redn. £3<br />

35%<br />

Hotel Moura<br />

Room 2/4: Sole use of twin £6, Balcony £2, 3rd & 4th Adult<br />

Y80H02 Half Board Room 2/4 7 479 619 379 399 389 729 369 349 redn. £4<br />

35%<br />

Hotel Samokov<br />

Room 2/3: Sole use of twin £8, 3rd Adult redn. £6<br />

Y80H03 Half Board Room 2/3 7 549 649 415 439 449 779 409 399<br />

35%<br />

Hotel Lion Borovets<br />

Room 2: Sole use of twin £12, Larger room £6, Superior room<br />

Y80H09 Half Board Room 2 7 565 799 425 429 439 749 389 375 £2, 3rd & 4th Adult redn. £9<br />

45%<br />

Hotel Rila<br />

Room 2/3: Sole use of twin £8, 3rd Adult redn. £6<br />

Y80H00 Half Board Room 2/3 7 619 815 449 509 519 989 459 409<br />

35%<br />

Rila Studios<br />

Studio 2/4: 3 share £3, 2 share £10<br />

Y80S00 Half Board Studio 2/4 7 539 679 415 449 539 729 419 399<br />

10%<br />

Prices are a guide only & will be confirmed on enquiry. Adult prices in £ sterling start from the amounts shown & apply to selected flight departures between each date range based on current charges & costs. Prices may go up or down & supplements (e.g. flight &/or fuel), or reductions may apply. Supplements ‘from’ are based on low season dates. For full details on how to price your holiday, charges,<br />

supplements & surcharges see ‘Your Holiday Price’ page 368. For important Holiday Information & Booking Conditions see pages 368 - 385. †Some facilities may incur a local charge. LOW 02-29Jan.MID 19-25Dec,30Jan-12Feb,20Feb-13Mar.HIGH 26 Dec - 01 Jan, 13 - 19 Feb. NS135a<br />

LIFT PASS (6 DAYS)<br />

Adult (13yrs+) ............................................................ £115<br />

Child (7-12yrs) ............................................................ £69<br />

SPECIAL OFFER for Hotel Rila & Studios only: Pre-book<br />

1 adult lift pass and receive 1 adult or child lift pass<br />

free. Valid for arrivals on 9-23 Jan, 27 Feb & 6 Mar.<br />

Lift pass covers Borovets ski area. Children 4-6yrs inclusive do<br />

not require a lift pass when booking ski kindergarten.<br />

<strong>SKI</strong>ER’S PACK (6 DAYS)<br />

Adult - Complete Beginner †† ..................................... £149<br />

Adult - Intermediate .................................................... £169<br />

Child - Complete Beginner †† ..................................... £125<br />

Child - Intermediate .................................................... £135<br />

SPECIAL OFFER for Hotel Rila & Studios only: Pre-book<br />

1 adult ski pack and receive 1 adult or child ski pack<br />

1/2 price. Valid for arrivals on 9-23 Jan, 27 Feb & 6<br />

Mar.<br />

Ski Pack Ages: Adult = 13yrs+, Child = 7-12yrs. Ski Pack<br />

Includes: 6 days x 4hrs tuition, 6 days lift pass & 6 days<br />

standard ski & boot hire.<br />

HOTEL RILA & STUDIOS<br />

<strong>SNOWBOARD</strong>ER’S PACK (6 DAYS)<br />

Adult - Complete Beginner †† ..................................... £155<br />

Adult - Intermediate .................................................... £165<br />

Child - Complete Beginner †† ..................................... £129<br />

Child - Intermediate .................................................... £139<br />

SPECIAL OFFER for Hotel Rila & Studios only: Pre-book<br />

1 adult snowboard pack and receive 1 adult or child<br />

snowboard pack 1/2 price. Valid for arrivals on 9-23<br />

Jan, 27 Feb & 6 Mar.<br />

Snowboard Pack Ages: Adult = 13yrs+, Child = 8-12yrs.<br />

Snowboard Pack Includes: 3 days x 2hrs tuition, 6 days lift<br />

pass & 6 days standard snowboard & boot hire.<br />

BOROVETS – BULGARIA<br />

<strong>The</strong> Hotel Rila & Studios really are at the heart of Borovets occupying a<br />

fabulous location right at the foot of the slopes. All the resorts amenities<br />

are close to hand with the ski school meeting point, nursery slopes and<br />

four-man chairlift on the hotel’s doorstep. Combining a wealth of<br />

facilities with an excellent atmosphere, this hotel makes a great choice<br />

for everyone.<br />

FACILITIES†: 24 hour reception<br />

•Internet access •Two restaurants<br />

•Two bars including the bustling<br />

lobby bar •Nightclub •Free use of<br />

large indoor pool, two hot tubs,<br />

sauna, steam room & fitness room<br />

•Beauty salon •Shops •Wifi<br />

FOR FAMILIES: Games room •Hotel<br />

run children’s club and nursery<br />

(bookable & payable locally)<br />

HOTEL ROOMS (2-3 PEOPLE):<br />

Spacious twin and triple rooms<br />

Hotel Room (third bed is a chair bed and only<br />

suitable for a child) with hairdryer,<br />

satellite TV, balcony, bath & wc.<br />

Twin rooms for sole use are available<br />

at a supplement.<br />

STUDIOS (2-4 PEOPLE): Have two<br />

single beds and a set of bunk beds,<br />

small kitchenette with fridge,<br />

satellite TV, balcony, radio, hairdryer,<br />

bath & wc.<br />

Studio<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board. Hot &<br />

cold buffet breakfast and four course<br />

buffet dinner. Christmas & New Year<br />

meals included.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 522<br />

PROPERTY CODE: Y80H00/S00<br />

<strong>SKI</strong>/BOARD EQUIPMENT (6 DAYS) ADULT CHILD<br />

Skis & boots standard ................................. £65 £49<br />

Skis only standard ...................................... £49 £35<br />

Snowboard & boots standard .................... £95 £85<br />

Snowboard only standard .......................... £75 £59<br />

Child skis & boots = 7-12yrs.<br />

Child board & boots = 8-12yrs.<br />

Neilson Rating •••+<br />

Child %<br />

discount<br />

<strong>SKI</strong>/BOARD TUITION<br />

Adult ski school (6x4hrs) ............................................ £79<br />

Child ski school (6x4hrs) ............................................. £49<br />

Adult snowboard school (3x2hrs) ............................... £45<br />

Child snowboard school (3x2hrs) ............................... £35<br />

Ski Kindergarten 4-6 yrs (6 days) ................................ £99<br />

Child ski school = 7-12yrs. Snowboard school = 8-12yrs.<br />

Ski Kindergarten includes supervision 8.30am - 4.30pm, ski<br />

equipment hire, 2 hours daily tuition & lunch.<br />

BOROVETS <strong>SKI</strong> PACK<br />

- EXCEPT Hotel Samokov. See reservations system<br />

IMPORTANT: †† Complete beginner = Ability Level 0, Intermediate = Ability Level 1-4. Ability levels must be stated at the time of booking - see page 13 for details. Special Offers may be withdrawn at any time. Prices are in £s and are approximate - please see reservation system, our website or call us for more details.<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk/borovets call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

<strong>SKI</strong> IN <strong>SKI</strong> OUT<br />

CENTRAL LOCATION<br />

INDOOR POOL<br />

WELLNESS AREA<br />

GOOD FOR FAMILIES<br />

CHILDREN’S CLUB<br />

FAMILY ROOMS<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free adult or child lift<br />

pass when pre-booking<br />

one adult lift pass. Valid<br />

for arrivals on 9th-23rd<br />

Jan, 27th Feb & 6th Mar.<br />

Half price adult or child<br />

skier’s pack when prebooking<br />

an adult skier’s<br />

pack. Valid for arrivals<br />

on 9th-23rd Jan, 27th<br />

Feb & 6th Mar.<br />

Free welcome drink on<br />

arrival<br />

Free use of large indoor<br />

pool, two hot tubs,<br />

sauna, steam room &<br />

fitness room<br />

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136<br />

BULGARIA – BANSKO<br />

“Wide tree-lined<br />

pistes, along with<br />

one of the most<br />

modern lift systems<br />

in Eastern Europe”.<br />

BEGINNERS<br />

INTERMEDIATES<br />

ADVANCED<br />

OFF-PISTE<br />

NON <strong>SKI</strong>ERS<br />

FAMILIES<br />

NIGHTLIFE<br />

MOUNTAIN<br />

Skiing Altitude 930m–2560m<br />

Resort Altitude 930m<br />

Pistes 70km<br />

Number of Runs 20<br />

35% 40% 25%<br />

Number of lifts 12<br />

Drags 7 / Chairs 7 / Gondolas 1<br />

Longest Run 16km<br />

Direction of Slopes N<br />

Terrain Parks yes<br />

Half Pipe yes<br />

Cross Country Trails 9km<br />

Night Skiing yes<br />

Mountain Restaurants 11<br />

Snowmaking 80%<br />

Resort Ski Bus no<br />

FAMILY<br />

Fair Excellent<br />

Babycare n/a<br />

Créche See Hotel Kempinski<br />

& Lucky Bankso<br />

Ski Kindergarten 4-7yrs<br />

See page 373 or<br />

neilson.co.uk/childcare for more info.<br />

TRAVEL<br />

Departure Airports<br />

Birmingham, Bristol,<br />

Gatwick & Manchester<br />

Destination Airports Sofia<br />

Season 19 Dec–6 Mar<br />

Departure Day Saturday<br />

Flight Guide See page 384<br />

Transfer Time 3hrs<br />

LEARN TO TURN RESORT • <strong>SKI</strong> LEADING • LIVELY NIGHTLIFE<br />

Bansko is Bulgaria’s most up and<br />

coming ski resort. It offers an<br />

irresistible combination of high<br />

mountains, ancient history and a<br />

modern infrastructure and the Pirin<br />

Mountain National Park is on<br />

UNESCO’s List of World Heritage<br />

Sites. Its diverse, newly renovated,<br />

wide tree-lined pistes, along with one<br />

of the most modern lift systems in<br />

Eastern Europe gives you the widest<br />

variety of skiing for any age and level.<br />

With runs as long as 16km, there is<br />

plenty to keep you occupied.<br />

Accommodation is modern and of a<br />

standard that you would expect to<br />

see in a much more expensive resort.<br />

Bansko town is a resort like no other,<br />

with a mixture of the very old and<br />

very new alongside each other. <strong>The</strong>re<br />

are a number of local shops in Bansko<br />

and a trip to the old town to<br />

experience a traditional ‘Mehana’, or<br />

tavern is a must. All in all, Bansko<br />

offers a unique skiing, cultural and<br />

value for money winter holiday.<br />

ACTIVITIES<br />

• Over 100 Tavernas<br />

• Picturesque walks<br />

• Bowling alley<br />

• Bumboarding<br />

• Snowmobiling<br />

• Traditional entertainment<br />

• Night skiing (payable locally at a<br />

supplement)<br />

• Ice skating<br />

• Weekly excursions to Sofia & the Rila<br />

monastery<br />

LIFT PASS & TUITION<br />

PRICE PROMISE<br />

See page 371


HOTEL KEMPIN<strong>SKI</strong> GRAND ARENA<br />

This hotel is a member of the ‘Leading Hotels Of <strong>The</strong> World’ and offers<br />

the highest standard of accommodation in Bansko. Being situated<br />

opposite the main gondola, it is a popular and ideal choice for<br />

convenience of skiing, superb service and excellent facilities.<br />

FACILITIES†: 24-hour reception<br />

•2 restaurants •Lobby bar & lounge<br />

•Bella Vista lounge & terrace with<br />

panoramic views •Sushi bar<br />

•Executive Club lounge & patio<br />

•Vitamin bar •Free Wifi •Shops<br />

SPA FEATURES†: ‘Zalez’ Spa &<br />

wellness centre •Free use of indoor<br />

& outdoor pool, 2 saunas, 2 steam<br />

rooms, hot tub and fitness room<br />

•Massage & beauty treatments<br />

available<br />

Important information about spa<br />

facilities - see page 375.<br />

FOR FAMILIES: Free kids club<br />

(3-7yrs) open daily 9am-1pm & 2-<br />

6pm •Nanny service •Babysitting<br />

HOTEL PERUN<br />

BANKSO – BULGARIA<br />

ROOMS (2-3 PEOPLE): 35m2 .<br />

Deluxe twin or double rooms with<br />

satellite TV, mini-bar, mini-safe,<br />

balcony, Wifi, bath, separate shower,<br />

wc, bathrobes, slippers and<br />

hairdryer. Some rooms can take an<br />

extra bed suitable for a child only.<br />

Twin rooms for sole use available at<br />

a supplement.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board. Hot &<br />

cold buffet breakfast and four course<br />

buffet style evening meal. Christmas<br />

& New Year Gala dinner included.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 159<br />

PROPERTY CODE: Y90H04<br />

This stylish hotel lies at the foot of the Pirin Mountain, 500m from the<br />

gondola and around 600m from the resort centre. It offers a wide range<br />

of facilities including a small outdoor pool with wonderful views of the<br />

surrounding mountains. <strong>The</strong> hotel runs a free shuttle service to the<br />

gondola in the morning and afternoon.<br />

FACILITIES†: Restaurant •À la carte<br />

tavern •Lounge with open fireplace<br />

& cocktail bar •Lobby bar & piano<br />

bar (open 08.00-02.00) •Free use of<br />

indoor & outdoor pool, sauna,<br />

steam room & outdoor hot tub<br />

•Wifi<br />

FOR FAMILIES: Free child<br />

supervision from 11am-8pm for 3-<br />

12 year olds •Games room with<br />

table tennis<br />

ROOMS (2-3 PEOPLE): Twin rooms,<br />

some with additional single sofa bed<br />

have satellite TV, minibar, mini-safe,<br />

bathrobes, slippers, CD player, tea &<br />

coffee making facilities, bath, wc<br />

and hairdryer.<br />

LARGER ROOMS (2-4 PEOPLE):<br />

30m2 . More spacious twin rooms<br />

with double sofa bed suitable for<br />

one adult or two children available<br />

at a supplement.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board. Hot &<br />

cold buffet breakfast and four course<br />

buffet dinner. Christmas & New Year<br />

gala dinner include free drinks and<br />

live music.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 143<br />

PROPERTY CODE: Y90H05<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk/bankso call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

Neilson Rating •••••<br />

<strong>SKI</strong> TO YOUR DOOR<br />

INDOOR POOL<br />

OUTDOOR POOL<br />

WELLNESS AREA<br />

GOOD FOR FAMILIES<br />

CHILDREN’S CLUB<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free use of indoor &<br />

outdoor pool, 2 saunas,<br />

2 steam rooms, hot tub<br />

& fitness room<br />

Christmas Gala dinner<br />

includes a free 1/2<br />

bottle of wine & live<br />

music<br />

New Year Gala dinner<br />

includes a 7 course Gala<br />

meal with free drinks,<br />

entertainment and<br />

fireworks.<br />

Special Discount 2-5yrs:<br />

£250 HS; £150 LS<br />

A handpicked selection of hotels<br />

offering first class spa facilities<br />

Neilson Rating ••••<br />

INDOOR POOL<br />

OUTDOOR POOL<br />

WELLNESS AREA<br />

GOOD FOR FAMILIES<br />

CHILDREN’S CLUB<br />

FAMILY ROOMS<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free welcome drink on<br />

arrival<br />

Free use of indoor &<br />

outdoor pool, sauna,<br />

steam room & outdoor<br />

hot tub<br />

Free drinks with<br />

Christmas & New Year<br />

Gala dinner<br />

Special Discount 2-5yrs:<br />

£250HS; £150LS<br />

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138<br />

BULGARIA – BANSKO<br />

APARTHOTEL LUCKY BANSKO<br />

This luxury apartment complex is beautifully furnished in a<br />

contemporary style and boasts excellent facilities, a warm atmosphere<br />

and is a great choice of accommodation for all. 1.6 km from the<br />

gondola station and 450m from the resort centre, the hotel operates a<br />

free shuttle bus to the gondola station every 30 minutes.<br />

FACILITIES†: Lobby & Piano bar<br />

•Restaurant with live music several<br />

times a week •Free use of indoor<br />

pool, sauna, steam room & fitness<br />

room •Massage & beauty<br />

treatments •Shop •Free Wifi •Free<br />

shuttle bus to the gondola<br />

FOR FAMILIES: Free children’s club<br />

2-6yrs from 9am-9pm daily •Games<br />

room<br />

ACCOMMODATION: All rooms<br />

have a kitchenette with fridge,<br />

microwave, 2 electric hobs, kettle,<br />

toaster and coffee maker. Bathroom<br />

with bath, wc, hairdryer, bathrobe<br />

& slippers. All rooms have satellite<br />

TV, mini-safe and minibar.<br />

STUDIO LUX (2-3 PEOPLE): 35m 2 .<br />

Double or two single beds and a<br />

sofa bed (for a child only).<br />

HOTEL PIRIN<br />

APARTMENT LUX (2-3 PEOPLE):<br />

48m2 . Twin bedroom plus a single<br />

sofa bed (for a child only) in the<br />

lounge.<br />

See reservations system for prices.<br />

APARTMENT DELUXE (2-4<br />

PEOPLE): 60m2 . One bedroom<br />

apartments with balcony have a<br />

double bedroom and either one or<br />

two sofa beds in the lounge.<br />

Executive apartments (70m2 ) with<br />

dining area, balcony and fireplace<br />

also available. See reservations<br />

system for prices.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Bed & Breakfast.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 102<br />

PROPERTY CODE: Y90A05<br />

<strong>The</strong> Hotel Pirin offers an excellent standard of accommodation, superb<br />

leisure facilities and enjoys a central location. <strong>The</strong> hotel shuttle bus stops<br />

directly outside the hotel. Situated 150m from the centre of the old<br />

town and 2km from the gondola.<br />

FACILITIES†: Reception •Small<br />

lounge with bar •Restaurant<br />

•Mehana Tavern •Small nightclub<br />

•Free use of large indoor pool,<br />

sauna, steam room, hot tub and<br />

fitness room •Massage •Free daily<br />

shuttle bus to the slopes •Games<br />

room<br />

ROOMS (2-3 PEOPLE): Spacious<br />

twin bedded rooms with sofa bed<br />

have satellite TV, minibar, hairdryer,<br />

shower and wc. Larger rooms with<br />

double bed and a sofa bed and two<br />

room family suites (45m 2 ) with<br />

double bedroom and a double sofa<br />

bed (suitable for one adult ar two<br />

children) in the lounge area<br />

available at a supplement.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board. Hot and<br />

cold buffet breakfast and buffet style<br />

evening meal. Christmas dinner<br />

included. New Year dinner includes<br />

½ bottle of wine per person and live<br />

music.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 68<br />

PROPERTY CODE: Y90H02<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk/bansko call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

Neilson Rating ••••<br />

INDOOR POOL<br />

WELLNESS AREA<br />

GOOD FOR FAMILIES<br />

FAMILY ROOMS<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free children’s club<br />

2-6yrs<br />

Free use of indoor pool,<br />

sauna, steam room &<br />

fitness Room<br />

Special Discount 2-5yrs:<br />

£250 HS; £150 LS<br />

Neilson Rating ••••<br />

CENTRAL LOCATION<br />

INDOOR POOL<br />

WELLNESS AREA<br />

GOOD FOR FAMILIES<br />

FREE CHILD PLACES<br />

FAMILY ROOMS<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free use of large indoor<br />

pool, sauna, steam<br />

room, hot tub and<br />

fitness room<br />

New Year dinner<br />

includes ½ bottle of<br />

wine per person and<br />

live music


HOTEL STRAZHITE<br />

<strong>The</strong> Hotel Strazhite is located 500m from the ‘New Town’ centre and<br />

250m from the gondola ski lift. <strong>The</strong> hotel has an indoor swimming<br />

pool, bowling alley, shopping area and operates a free shuttle bus<br />

service to and from the gondola everyday.<br />

FACILITIES†: Restaurant •Two bars -<br />

one with large lounge area & open<br />

fireplace •Free use of indoor pool,<br />

fitness room, sauna & steam room<br />

•Massage •Bowling & table tennis<br />

•Hotel shuttle bus •Wifi<br />

ROOMS (2-3 PEOPLE):Twin bedded<br />

rooms (some with additional sofa<br />

bed) have cable TV, balcony,<br />

minibar, hairdryer, shower and wc.<br />

Twin rooms for sole use available at<br />

a supplement.<br />

LARGER ROOMS (2-4 PEOPLE):<br />

45m 2 . As above but a split level<br />

apartment with twin beds on the<br />

mezzanine & double sofa bed in the<br />

lounge, suitable for one adult or two<br />

children.<br />

APARTHOTEL GRAND MONTANA<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk/bansko call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

BANSKO – BULGARIA<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board. Hot and<br />

cold buffet breakfast and buffet style<br />

evening meal. Christmas meal<br />

included. New Year Gala dinner<br />

includes free ½ bottle of wine per<br />

person and live music.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 157<br />

PROPERTY CODE: Y90H03<br />

<strong>The</strong> Grand Montana makes a great base for those wanting the freedom<br />

to explore everything that Bansko has to offer but also to have modern<br />

and spacious apartments, coupled with good facilities onsite. <strong>The</strong> ‘Old<br />

Town’ resort centre is 600m away and a hotel shuttle bus runs daily to<br />

the gondola 400m away.<br />

FACILITIES†: Restaurant •Lobby bar<br />

•Free use of small indoor pool,<br />

sauna & hot tub •Massage •Wifi<br />

•Hotel run shuttle bus<br />

ACCOMMODATION: Bright and<br />

spacious apartments finished in a<br />

modern style. All apartments have a<br />

kitchenette with microwave, coffee<br />

machine, toaster, kettle, oven, 2<br />

hobs and fridge, bathroom with<br />

shower, hairdryer and separate wc,<br />

balcony, mini-safe, Wifi, cable TV,<br />

DVD and CD player.<br />

STUDIOS (2-3 PEOPLE): Approx<br />

35m 2 . Have a twin or double bed<br />

and a single sofa bed.<br />

ONE BEDROOM APTS (2-4<br />

PEOPLE): Approx 60m2 . Have a<br />

double bed in the bedroom and a<br />

double sofa bed in the lounge.<br />

TWO BEDROOM APTS (4-6<br />

PEOPLE): Approx 90m2 . Have one<br />

double & one twin bedroom and a<br />

double sofa bed in the lounge.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Self Catering. Bed &<br />

Breakfast and Half Board available at<br />

a supplement.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★★<br />

Please note: Please see page 374 for<br />

important information about<br />

apartments.<br />

PROPERTY CODE: Y90A04<br />

Neilson Rating ••••<br />

INDOOR POOL<br />

WELLNESS AREA<br />

FAMILY ROOMS<br />

GOOD FOR FAMILIES<br />

FREE CHILD PLACES<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free use of indoor pool,<br />

sauna, steam room &<br />

fitness room<br />

Free ½ bottle of wine<br />

per person for New Year<br />

guests<br />

Neilson Rating ••••<br />

INDOOR POOL<br />

WELLNESS AREA<br />

GOOD FOR GROUPS<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free use of indoor pool,<br />

sauna & hot tub<br />

Free ‘Welcome Pack’ on<br />

arrival with tea/coffee,<br />

milk, cereal and bread<br />

139


140<br />

BULGARIA – BANSKO<br />

EAGLES NEST APARTMENTS<br />

<strong>The</strong> Eagles Nest offers comfortable apartment accommodation, ideal for<br />

those looking for the freedom of self catering with all the conveniences<br />

of a hotel. Located approximately 10 minutes walk from the centre of<br />

Bansko and 5 minutes from the gondola. <strong>The</strong> Eagles Nest operates a<br />

shuttle bus to the gondola for guests at a small local charge.<br />

FACILITIES†: Restaurant •Free use of<br />

sauna, hot tub, steam room &<br />

fitness room •Massage •Internet<br />

access •Daily shuttle bus to the<br />

gondola<br />

ACCOMMODATION: All apartments<br />

have a balcony, mini-safe, satellite<br />

TV, DVD/CD player, kitchenette with<br />

fridge, hob, tea/coffee making<br />

facilities, microwave & toaster,<br />

bathroom with bath, hairdyer &<br />

separate wc.<br />

ONE BEDROOM APTS (2-4<br />

PEOPLE): Twin or double beds in<br />

the bedroom and two single sofa<br />

beds in the lounge.<br />

HOTEL BISEV<br />

TWO BEDROOM APTS (2-6<br />

PEOPLE): Twin & double bedroom<br />

and two single sofa beds in the<br />

lounge.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Self Catering. Half<br />

Board available at a supplement.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★<br />

Please note: Please see page 374 for<br />

important information about<br />

apartments.<br />

PROPERTY CODE: Y90A03<br />

<strong>The</strong> family run Hotel Bisev is a small and very welcoming place to stay,<br />

located close to the centre of Bansko and just 900m from the gondola<br />

station. Come back to a home cooked evening meal with a glass of<br />

wine in the cosy restaurant; a perfect end to a day on the slopes. <strong>The</strong><br />

hotel operates a free daily shuttle bus service to and from the gondola<br />

station.<br />

FACILITIES†: Restaurant •Free Wifi<br />

•Sauna •Free minibus service to &<br />

from the gondola<br />

ROOMS (2-4 PEOPLE): Twin or<br />

double rooms, some which can take<br />

an extra bed or a double sofa bed<br />

have cable TV, minibar, mini-safe,<br />

bath or shower and wc.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board. Hot &<br />

cold buffet breakfast and three<br />

course buffet dinner with a free glass<br />

of wine per person. Christmas &<br />

New Year meals included.<br />

HOTEL MURA<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 9<br />

PROPERTY CODE: Y90H08<br />

<strong>The</strong> Hotel Mura is situated just 300 metres from the ‘old town’ centre<br />

where you will find a great selection of local ‘Mehanas’ or taverns and<br />

international restaurants. Just a 10-15 minute walk from the gondola<br />

station or alternatively the hotel operates a free shuttle bus to and from<br />

the gondola daily.<br />

FACILITIES†: Reception •Restaurant<br />

•Lounge bar •Free use of sauna,<br />

steam room & hot tub •Massage<br />

•Safety deposit boxes •Free daily<br />

shuttle bus to the gondola.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Bed & Breakfast.<br />

Evening meal in neighbouring 4 star<br />

Hotel Bansko is available at a<br />

supplement. Christmas & New Year<br />

evening meals included.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 73<br />

PROPERTY CODE: Y90H17<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk/bansko call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

Neilson Rating •••+<br />

WELLNESS AREA<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free use of sauna, hot<br />

tub, steam room &<br />

fitness room<br />

Free ‘Welcome Pack’ on<br />

arrival with tea/coffee,<br />

milk, cereal and bread<br />

VALUE<br />

No frills accommodation at a cheaper price<br />

– where it's the skiing that really counts!<br />

Neilson Rating •••<br />

GOOD FOR GROUPS<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free glass of wine with<br />

dinner every night<br />

Special Discoun 2-5 yrs:<br />

£250 HS; £150 LS<br />

Neilson Rating •••+<br />

WELLNESS AREA<br />

FREE CHILD PLACES<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free use of sauna, steam<br />

room & hot tub<br />

Special Discount 2-5yrs:<br />

£250 HS; £150 LS


Basic Holiday Prices in £s per adult from<br />

the amounts shown.<br />

19 Dec- 26 Dec- 02 Jan- 23 Jan- 06 Feb- 13 Feb- 20 Feb- 06 Mar-<br />

Nts 25 Dec 01 Jan 22 Jan 05 Feb 12 Feb 19 Feb 05 Mar 13 Mar<br />

Supplements in £s per person per night from:<br />

(Unless otherwise stated)<br />

Hotel Kempinski Grand Arena<br />

Room 2: Sole use of twin £67, Single room £20<br />

Y90H04 Half Board Room 2 7 899 1249 675 685 715 1099 759 749<br />

35%<br />

Hotel Perun<br />

Room 2/3: Sole use of twin £12, Larger room £8, 3rd & 4th<br />

Y90H05 Half Board Room 2/3 7 619 849 479 489 479 849 469 459 Adult redn. £6<br />

25%<br />

Aparthotel Lucky Bansko<br />

Studio Lux 2/3: 3rd & 4th Adult redn. £4<br />

Y90A05 Bed & Breakfast Studio Lux 2/3 7 579 799 429 425 439 859 399 389<br />

35%<br />

Hotel Pirin<br />

Room 2/3: Sole use of twin £Nil, Superior room £5, 3rd & 4th<br />

Y90H02 Half Board Room 2/3 7 599 769 449 489 485 879 469 459 Adult redn. £6<br />

45%<br />

Hotel Strazhite<br />

Room 2/3: Sole use of twin £27, Larger room £6, 3rd & 4th<br />

Y90H03 Half Board Room 2/3 7 579 749 439 459 465 849 449 439 Adult redn. £7<br />

45%<br />

Aparthotel Grand Montana<br />

Studio 2/3: Breakfast £3, 2 share £7<br />

Y90A04 Self Catering Studio 2/3 7 455 625 359 379 369 689 375 359<br />

10%<br />

1 Bedroom 2/4 7 459 599 355 375 365 679 369 355<br />

2 Bedroom 4/6 7 449 569 349 369 359 659 365 349<br />

1 Bedroom 2/4: Breakfast £3, 3 share £4, 2 share £13<br />

2 Bedroom 4/6: Breakfast £3, 5 share £2, 4 share £6<br />

Eagles Nest Apartments<br />

1BedApt: Half Board £5, 3 share £4, 2 share £12<br />

Y90A03 Self Catering 1 Bed Apt 7 429 549 369 389 379 679 389 369<br />

10%<br />

Hotel Bisev<br />

Room 2/4: Sole use of twin £5, 3rd & 4th Adult redn. £4<br />

Y90H08 Half Board Room 2/4 7 469 579 369 389 379 695 379 369<br />

35%<br />

Hotel Mura<br />

Room 2/3: Half Board £5, Sole use of twin £7, 3rd Adult<br />

Y90H17 Bed & Breakfast Room 2/3 7 505 659 385 415 405 719 399 389 redn. £4<br />

45%<br />

Hotel Lion Bansko<br />

Room 2/3: Sole use of twin £12, Larger room £6, 3rd Adult<br />

Y90H12 Half Board Room 2/3 7 629 799 469 479 469 799 429 419 redn. £11<br />

45%<br />

Prices are a guide only & will be confirmed on enquiry. Adult prices in £ sterling start from the amounts shown & apply to selected flight departures between each date range based on current charges & costs. Prices may go up or down & supplements (e.g. flight &/or fuel), or reductions may apply. Supplements ‘from’ are based on low season dates. For full details on how to price your holiday, charges,<br />

supplements & surcharges see ‘Your Holiday Price’ page 368. For important Holiday Information & Booking Conditions see pages 368 - 385. †Some facilities may incur a local charge. LOW 02-29Jan.MID 19-25Dec,30Jan-12Feb,20Feb-13Mar.HIGH 26 Dec - 01 Jan, 13 - 19 Feb. NS141a<br />

LIFT PASS (6 DAYS)<br />

Adult (13yrs+) ............................................................ £115<br />

Child (3-12yrs) ............................................................ £69<br />

Lift pass covers Bansko ski area. Children 4-6yrs inclusive do<br />

not require a lift pass when booking tuition locally.<br />

<strong>SKI</strong>ER’S PACK (6 DAYS)<br />

Adult - Complete Beginner †† ..................................... £135<br />

Adult - Intermediate .................................................... £149<br />

Child - Complete Beginner †† ..................................... £85<br />

Child - Intermediate .................................................... £99<br />

Ski Pack Ages: Adult = 13yrs+. Child = 7-12yrs. Ski Pack<br />

Includes: 6 days x 4hrs tuition, 6 days lift pass & 6 days<br />

standard ski & boot hire.<br />

HOTEL LION BANSKO<br />

This modern and comfortable property provides high standards of<br />

accommodation and facilities. <strong>The</strong> spacious lobby bar is the perfect<br />

place to sit back and relax after a day on the slopes. Alternatively, head<br />

to the wellness area to soak in the hot tub or take a dip in the pool. <strong>The</strong><br />

hotel sits in a quiet position 700m from the new resort centre,<br />

a complimentary daily shuttle bus operates to and from the gondola<br />

station 250m away.<br />

FACILITIES†: Lobby bar •Lounge<br />

with open fireplace •Restaurant<br />

•Traditional ‘Mehana’ •Free use of<br />

indoor pool, sauna, steam room, hot<br />

tub & fitness room •Massage &<br />

beauty treatments •Night club<br />

•Billiards<br />

ROOMS (2-3 PEOPLE): 25m 2 . Twin<br />

or double rooms which can take a<br />

sofa-bed have satellite TV, minibar,<br />

bathrobes, slippers, bath, wc and<br />

hairdryer.<br />

<strong>SNOWBOARD</strong>ER’S PACK (6 DAYS)<br />

Adult - Complete Beginner †† ..................................... £169<br />

Adult - Intermediate .................................................... £199<br />

Snowboard Pack Ages: Adult = 13yrs+. Snowboard Pack<br />

Includes: Complete Beginner = 6 days x 2hrs tuition, 6 days<br />

lift pass & 6 days standard snowboard & boot hire.<br />

Intermediate = 3 days x 2hrs tuition, 6 days lift pass & 6<br />

days standard snowboard & boot hire.<br />

BANSKO – BULGARIA<br />

LARGER ROOMS (2-4 PEOPLE):<br />

35m2 . More spacious twin rooms<br />

with a double sofa bed suitable for<br />

one adult or two children are<br />

available at a supplement.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board. Hot &<br />

cold buffet breakfast and buffet style<br />

evening meal with choice. Christmas<br />

dinner included. New Year Gala<br />

dinner includes free ½ bottle of<br />

wine per person and live music.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 193<br />

PROPERTY CODE: Y90H12<br />

<strong>SKI</strong>/BOARD EQUIPMENT (6 DAYS) ADULT CHILD *<br />

Skis & boots standard ................................. £59 £39<br />

Skis only standard ...................................... £35 £25<br />

Snowboard & boots standard .................... £95 -<br />

Snowboard only standard .......................... £59 -<br />

Child skis & boots = 7-12yrs. Snowboard & boots =<br />

13yrs+. * Children 4-6yrs inclusive can only book ski<br />

equipment locally.<br />

Neilson Rating ••••<br />

INDOOR POOL<br />

WELLNESS AREA<br />

FAMILY ROOMS<br />

Child %<br />

discount<br />

<strong>SKI</strong>/BOARD TUITION<br />

Adult ski school (6x4hrs) ............................................ £70<br />

Child ski school * (6x4hrs) .......................................... £55<br />

Snowboard school (3x2hrs) ........................................ £49<br />

Child ski school = 7-12yrs. Snowboard school = 13yrs+.<br />

*Children 4-6yrs inclusive can only book tuition locally.<br />

BANSKO <strong>SKI</strong> PACK<br />

IMPORTANT: †† Complete beginner = Ability Level 0, Intermediate = Ability Level 1-4. Ability levels must be stated at the time of booking - see page 13 for details. Special Offers may be withdrawn at any time. Prices are in £s and are approximate - please see reservation system, our website or call us for more details.<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk/bansko call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free use of indoor pool,<br />

sauna, steam room, hot<br />

tub & fitness room<br />

New Year Gala dinner<br />

includes free ½ bottle<br />

of wine per person<br />

Special Discount 2-5yrs:<br />

£150 HS; £50 LS<br />

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BULGARIA – PAMPOROVO<br />

“A combination of<br />

gentle nursery<br />

slopes, patient and<br />

enthusiastic English<br />

speaking instructors<br />

and excellent value<br />

for money.”<br />

BEGINNERS<br />

INTERMEDIATES<br />

ADVANCED<br />

OFF-PISTE<br />

NON <strong>SKI</strong>ERS<br />

FAMILIES<br />

NIGHTLIFE<br />

MOUNTAIN<br />

Skiing Altitude 1650m–1926m<br />

Resort Altitude 1650m<br />

Pistes 25km<br />

Number of Runs 13<br />

50% 30% 20%<br />

Number of lifts 15<br />

Drags 11 / Chairs 4<br />

Longest Run 3.8km<br />

Direction of Slopes N,S<br />

Terrain Parks no<br />

Half Pipe no<br />

Cross Country Trails 25km<br />

Night Skiing no<br />

Mountain Restaurants 10<br />

Snowmaking 90%<br />

Resort Ski Bus yes<br />

FAMILY<br />

Fair Excellent<br />

Babycare n/a<br />

Crèche n/a<br />

Ski Kindergarten 4-7yrs<br />

See page 373 or<br />

neilson.co.uk/childcare for more info.<br />

TRAVEL<br />

Departure Airports<br />

Birmingham, Bristol,<br />

Gatwick & Manchester<br />

Destination Airports Sofia<br />

Season 19 Dec–6 Mar<br />

Departure Day Saturday<br />

Flight Guide See page 384<br />

Transfer Time 4hrs<br />

FREE CHILD LIFT<br />

PASS OFFER<br />

Free child lift pass (8-12yrs) when 2<br />

adults pre-book full ski/snowboard packs<br />

LIVELY NIGHTLIFE • <strong>SKI</strong> LEADING<br />

Situated in the heart of the<br />

magnificent Rhodope Mountains,<br />

Pamporovo is one of Europe’s<br />

sunniest ski resorts with an impressive<br />

270 sunny days a year. <strong>The</strong> resort has<br />

a friendly feel to it and offers a cosy<br />

and intimate village centre with a<br />

selection of bars and restaurants.<br />

<strong>The</strong> combination of gentle nursery<br />

slopes, patient and enthusiastic<br />

English speaking instructors and<br />

excellent value for money makes<br />

Pamporovo an ideal resort for first<br />

time skiers and families.<br />

Intermediates will appreciate the<br />

sheltered tree lined runs leading<br />

down from the Snezhanka Mountain.<br />

<strong>The</strong> small and charming village centre<br />

is built in a traditional Bulgarian style<br />

with a small selection of local taverns<br />

or mehanas, shops and bars.<br />

<strong>The</strong> resort livens up in the evening<br />

with buzzing and inexpensive après<br />

ski that continues well into the night.<br />

ACTIVITIES<br />

• Tobogganing<br />

• 10 pin bowling<br />

• Traditional entertainment<br />

• Ice skating<br />

• Picturesque walks<br />

HORSE DRAWN SLEIGH RIDES<br />

Take a more leisurely trip around<br />

Pamporavo on a traditional mode of<br />

transport - a horse drawn sleigh.<br />

LIFT PASS & TUITION<br />

PRICE PROMISE<br />

See page 371<br />

SNOWMOBILING<br />

Set off on your very own<br />

powerful snowmobile and<br />

explore the beautiful scenery<br />

surrounding Pamporovo.


HOTEL PAMPOROVO<br />

PAMPOROVO – BULGARIA<br />

<strong>The</strong> Hotel Pamporovo offers a high standard of accommodation,<br />

efficient service, excellent facilities and a warm and welcoming<br />

atmosphere. <strong>The</strong> hotel is ideally situated close to the centre of<br />

Pamporovo and only a short bus ride from the slopes and ski school<br />

meeting place. <strong>The</strong> free ski bus stops outside the hotel.<br />

FACILITIES†: À la carte restaurant<br />

•Irish pub •Night club •Lobby bar<br />

with open fireplace •Whiskey bar<br />

•24 hour reception •Internet<br />

connection •Table tennis •Pool table<br />

•Bowling alley<br />

SPA FEATURES†: Free use of large<br />

indoor pool, sauna, steam room and<br />

fitness centre •Massage & beauty<br />

treatments available<br />

Important information about spa<br />

facilities- see page 375.<br />

HOTEL BELMONT<br />

ROOMS (2-3 PEOPLE): Twin rooms<br />

with a sofa bed, cable TV, mini-safe,<br />

minibar, bath, bathrobes, slippers,<br />

hairdryer and wc.<br />

Larger rooms with a balcony and<br />

twin rooms for sole use at a<br />

supplement. Single rooms with no<br />

supplement are also available.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board. Hot &<br />

cold buffet breakfast and buffet style<br />

evening meal. Christmas & New<br />

Year Gala meals included.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 177<br />

PROPERTY CODE: Y81H05<br />

Set amongst the pine trees, in a peaceful location away from the resort<br />

centre, the elegant Hotel Belmont is a stylish place to stay with a<br />

modern feel and relaxed atmosphere. Staff are friendly and welcoming<br />

and an impressive array of facilities will keep everyone happy after a day<br />

on the slopes, such as the indoor pool and spa area, bowling alley and<br />

nightclub. A free shuttle bus runs daily to the slopes 1km away.<br />

FACILITIES†: Reception •Restaurant<br />

•Lobby bar •Cocktail Bar •Nightclub<br />

•Free use of indoor pool, hot tub &<br />

fitness room •Sauna & steam room<br />

•Massage & beauty treatments •Wifi<br />

FOR FAMILIES: Games room •10<br />

pin bowling alley<br />

ROOMS (2-3 PEOPLE): Spacious<br />

and comfortable twin rooms with a<br />

single sofa bed have satellite TV,<br />

minibar and bathroom with shower,<br />

hairdryer and wc.<br />

FAMILY ROOMS (2-4 PEOPLE):<br />

45m 2 . Larger, two-room suites have<br />

a bedroom with a double bed and a<br />

double sofa bed in the lounge area,<br />

balcony and bathroom with bath<br />

and wc. <strong>The</strong>se rooms are suitable for<br />

3 adults or two adults & two<br />

children.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board. Hot &<br />

cold buffet breakfast and five course<br />

evening meal with three choices of<br />

main. Christmas & New Year Gala<br />

dinner with live music included.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 78<br />

PROPERTY CODE: Y81H07<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk/pamporovo call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

Neilson Rating ••••+<br />

GOOD FOR FAMILIES<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free use of large indoor<br />

pool, sauna, steam<br />

room & fitness room<br />

Special Discount 2-5yrs:<br />

£250 HS; £150 LS<br />

A handpicked selection of hotels<br />

offering first class spa facilities<br />

Neilson Rating ••••<br />

INDOOR POOL<br />

WELLNESS AREA<br />

GOOD FOR FAMILIES<br />

FAMILY ROOMS<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free use of indoor pool,<br />

hot tub & fitness room<br />

New Year Gala meal<br />

includes a free ½ bottle<br />

of wine per person<br />

€15 Spa voucher for all<br />

guests arriving between<br />

2nd Jan – 6th Feb &<br />

20th Feb – 13 Mar<br />

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BULGARIA – PAMPOROVO<br />

HOTEL FINLANDIA<br />

Situated amongst the resort’s pine forest, the Hotel Finlandia prides<br />

itself on its good food and friendly staff. <strong>The</strong> hotel is 800m from the lifts<br />

and ski runs and 1.5km from the resort centre. A free shuttle bus service<br />

runs throughout the day with a small charge in the evening.<br />

FACILITIES†: 24 hour reception<br />

•Lobby bar •2 restaurants •Free use<br />

of indoor pool & fitness room<br />

•Sauna, 2 steam rooms & 2 hot tubs<br />

(local charge) •Massage facilities<br />

•Games room •Shop •Wifi<br />

HOTEL ROOMS (2-3 PEOPLE):<br />

Spacious twin or double rooms that<br />

can take an extra bed or sofabed<br />

have cable TV, balcony, minibar,<br />

bath, wc and hairdryer. Double<br />

rooms for sole use available at a<br />

supplement.<br />

SNEZHANKA HOTEL & APARTMENTS<br />

Close to the resort centre, the Snezhanka is ideal for families, groups<br />

and couples looking for a lively hotel with a range of modern amenities<br />

and leisure facilities. Situated just 200m from the resort centre and<br />

1.2km from the ski lifts and slopes, this hotel makes a great base for<br />

those on a budget. <strong>The</strong> free ski bus stops outside the hotel.<br />

FACILITIES†: 24-hour reception<br />

•Restaurant •Lobby bar with open<br />

fireplace •Free use of indoor pool &<br />

fitness room •Sauna & hot tub<br />

•Massage •Nightclub •Internet café<br />

•Games room<br />

HOTEL ROOMS (2-3 PEOPLE)<br />

Recently refurbished twin rooms<br />

that can take a sofa bed suitable for<br />

a child only have cable TV, minibar<br />

and bathroom with shower,<br />

hairdryer and wc. Twin room for<br />

sole use available at a supplement.<br />

APARTMENTS (2-4 PEOPLE):<br />

Approx. 55m 2 . Large two room<br />

apartments have a double bedroom<br />

and two single sofa beds suitable for<br />

FAMILY ROOMS (2-4 PEOPLE):<br />

42m2 . Larger, two room suites with<br />

a double bedroom and a separate<br />

lounge area with double sofa-bed<br />

suitable for one adult or two<br />

children.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board. Hot and<br />

cold buffet breakfast and buffet style<br />

evening meal. Christmas & New<br />

Year Gala meals included.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 103<br />

PROPERTY CODE: Y81H11<br />

one adult or two children in the<br />

lounge area, balcony, kitchenette<br />

with two hobs and kettle and<br />

bathroom with shower and wc.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board.<br />

Hot and cold buffet breakfast and<br />

three course buffet style evening<br />

meal. Christmas dinner & New Year<br />

Gala dinner included.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 153<br />

PROPERTY CODE: Y81H12<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk/pamporovo call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

Neilson Rating •••<br />

INDOOR POOL<br />

WELLNESS AREA<br />

GOOD FOR FAMILIES<br />

FAMILY ROOMS<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free use of indoor pool<br />

& fitness room<br />

Neilson Rating •••<br />

INDOOR POOL<br />

WELLNESS AREA<br />

FOUR OR MORE<br />

GOOD FOR FAMILIES<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free use of indoor pool<br />

& fitness room<br />

Special Discount 2-5 yrs:<br />

£250 HS; £150 LS for<br />

apartment guests only<br />

Free child places for<br />

apartment guests only<br />

Free drink with dinner<br />

every night (small beer,<br />

glass of wine or soft<br />

drink)<br />

VALUE<br />

No frills accommodation at a cheaper price<br />

– where it's the skiing that really counts!


HOTEL ORLOVETZ<br />

PAMPOROVO – BULGARIA<br />

<strong>The</strong> Hotel Orlovetz is one of the top hotels in Pamporovo thanks to its<br />

central location, excellent facilities and high quality standards of service<br />

and rooms. After a day on the slopes, head back to one of the two bars<br />

and relax or pamper yourself in the hotel's fantastic spa facilities which<br />

includes an indoor pool with great views over the surrounding<br />

mountains. A free shuttle bus runs daily to the slopes 1km away.<br />

FACILITIES†: 24-hour reception<br />

•Restaurant •Lobby bar & lounge<br />

•Piano Bar •Free use of indoor pool,<br />

sauna, steam room & fitness room<br />

•Massage & beauty treatments •Wifi<br />

ROOMS (2-3 PEOPLE): 30m 2 .<br />

Spacious twin rooms with great<br />

views from the balcony have twin<br />

beds and a single sofa bed, cable TV,<br />

minibar and bathroom with bath,<br />

hairdryer, bathrobes, slippers and<br />

wc. Twin rooms for sole use<br />

available with no supplement.<br />

Interconnecting rooms may be<br />

available on request.<br />

GRAND HOTEL MURGAVETS & SPA<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board. Hot &<br />

cold buffet breakfast and four course<br />

buffet style evening meal. Christmas<br />

& New Year meals included.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 105<br />

PROPERTY CODE: Y81H09<br />

This modern hotel is located in an ideal setting in the heart of<br />

Pamprovo with the nearest bars 100m away. <strong>The</strong> impressive list of<br />

facilities, including a spa area, will keep everyone entertained after a day<br />

on the slopes. On the top floor of the hotel you will find the 'Cosmos'<br />

bar, which commands incredible panoramic views of the surrounding<br />

mountains and resort. <strong>The</strong> nearest ski lifts are 1.5km away with the free<br />

ski bus stopping outside the property.<br />

FACILITIES†: Reception •Restaurant<br />

•'Cosmos' bar with panoramic views<br />

•Lobby bar •Lounge •Free use of<br />

indoor pool, sauna & fitness room<br />

•Hot tub •Massage & Beauty<br />

treatments •Casino •Shops •Wifi<br />

FOR FAMILIES: Separate children’s<br />

pool •Games room<br />

ROOMS (2-3 PEOPLE): Twin rooms<br />

that can take an extra bed have<br />

satellite TV, mini-bar, and bathroom<br />

with bath, hairdryer and wc.<br />

FAMILY ROOMS (2-4 PEOPLE):<br />

40m2 . Larger two room family suites<br />

have a twin bedroom and a double<br />

sofa bed in the lounge area suitable<br />

for one adult or two children and<br />

are available at a supplement.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board. Buffet<br />

style breakfast and evening meal.<br />

Weekly special BBQ (payable<br />

locally). Christmas & New Year Gala<br />

dinner included.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 90<br />

PROPERTY CODE: Y81H10<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk/pamporovo call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

Neilson Rating ••••+<br />

CENTRAL LOCATION<br />

INDOOR POOL<br />

WELLNESS AREA<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free use of indoor pool,<br />

sauna, steam room &<br />

fitness room<br />

Twin room for sole use<br />

at no supplement<br />

Neilson Rating ••••<br />

CENTRAL LOCATION<br />

INDOOR POOL<br />

WELLNESS AREA<br />

FOUR OR MORE<br />

GOOD FOR FAMILIES<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free use of indoor pool,<br />

sauna & fitness room<br />

Special Discount 2-5yrs:<br />

£150 HS; £50 LS<br />

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VALUE<br />

No frills accommodation at a cheaper price<br />

– where it's the skiing that really counts!<br />

SPECIAL OFFER – FREE CHILD LIFT PASS WHEN 2 ADULTS PRE-BOOK FULL <strong>SKI</strong>/BOARD PACK – VALID ALL SEASON<br />

Basic Holiday Prices in £s per adult from<br />

the amounts shown.<br />

Hotel Pamporovo<br />

19 Dec- 26 Dec- 02 Jan- 23 Jan- 06 Feb- 13 Feb- 20 Feb- 06 Mar-<br />

Nts 25 Dec 01 Jan 22 Jan 05 Feb 12 Feb 19 Feb 05 Mar 13 Mar<br />

Supplements in £s per person per night from:<br />

(Unless otherwise stated)<br />

Y81H05 Half Board Room 2/3 7 549 749 429 435 469 799 429 419<br />

Room 2/3: Sole use of twin £9, Single room £Nil, Balcony £2,<br />

3rd Adult redn. £5<br />

45%<br />

Hotel Belmont<br />

Y81H07 Half Board Room 2/3 7 509 679 399 409 395 719 409 399<br />

Room 2/3: Sole use of twin £8, Suite £7, 3rd Adult redn. £5<br />

35%<br />

Hotel Finlandia<br />

Y81H11 Half Board Room 2/3 7 479 649 389 419 439 729 399 389<br />

Room 2/3: Sole use of twin £Nil, Family apt £3,<br />

3rd Adult redn. £5<br />

35%<br />

Snezhanka Hotel & Apartments<br />

Y81H12 Half Board Room 2/3 7 495 599 359 379 389 689 365 355<br />

Room 2/3: Sole use of twin £5, 3rd Adult redn. £3<br />

35%<br />

Hotel Orlovetz<br />

Room 2/3: Sole use of twin £Nil, 3rd Adult redn. £6<br />

Y81H09 Half Board Room 2/3 7 599 789 455 465 479 929 459 449<br />

35%<br />

GrandHotelMurgavets&Spa<br />

Y81H10 Half Board Room 2/3 7 545 669 409 415 429 779 415 405<br />

Room 2/3: Single Room £Nil, Sole use of twin £22,<br />

2bedroomsuite£6<br />

35%<br />

Hotel Perelik<br />

Y81H00 Half Board Room 2/3 7 555 719 405 419 409 849 409 399<br />

Room 2/3: Sole use of twin £Nil, 3rd & 4th Adult redn. £5<br />

35%<br />

Hotel Prespa<br />

Room 2/4: Sole use of twin £Nil, 3rd & 4th Adult redn. £2<br />

Y81H03 Half Board Room 2/4 7 429 539 335 359 359 669 349 339<br />

35%<br />

Prices are a guide only & will be confirmed on enquiry. Adult prices in £ sterling start from the amounts shown & apply to selected flight departures between each date range based on current charges & costs. Prices may go up or down & supplements (e.g. flight &/or fuel), or reductions may apply. Supplements ‘from’ are based on low season dates. For full details on how to price your holiday, charges,<br />

supplements & surcharges see ‘Your Holiday Price’ page 368. For important Holiday Information & Booking Conditions see pages 368 - 385. †Some facilities may incur a local charge. LOW 02-29Jan.MID 19-25Dec,30Jan-12Feb,20Feb-13Mar.HIGH 26 Dec - 01 Jan, 13 - 19 Feb. NS146a<br />

LIFT PASS (6 DAYS)<br />

Adult (13yrs+) ............................................................ £89<br />

Child (8-12yrs) ............................................................ £65<br />

SPECIAL OFFER: Free child lift pass when 2 adults<br />

pre-book a full skier’s/snowboarder’s pack.<br />

Lift pass covers Pamporovo ski area. Any child aged 4-12yrs<br />

inclusive skiing with an adult does not require a lift pass.<br />

<strong>SKI</strong>ER’S PACK (6 DAYS)<br />

Adult - Complete Beginner †† ..................................... £129<br />

Adult - Intermediate .................................................... £139<br />

Child - Complete Beginner †† ..................................... £99<br />

Child - Intermediate .................................................... £109<br />

Ski Pack Ages: Adult = 13yrs+, Child = 8-12yrs. Ski Pack<br />

Includes: 6 days x 4hrs tuition , 6 days lift pass & 6 days<br />

standard ski & boot hire.<br />

HOTEL PERELIK<br />

This centrally located hotel, just 50m from the resort's shops and bars,<br />

offers a great selection of facilities ideal for families and couples. It is<br />

situated 1km from the nearest ski lift, with a free bus service operating<br />

from the front of the hotel.<br />

FACILITIES†: Reception •Two<br />

restaurants •Five bars •Free use of<br />

large indoor pool, sauna & fitness<br />

room •Shopping centre •Games<br />

room<br />

ROOMS (2-3 PEOPLE): Light and<br />

airy twin rooms that can take a<br />

single sofa bed have cable TV, minibar,<br />

balcony and bathroom with<br />

bath and wc.<br />

HOTEL PRESPA<br />

<strong>SNOWBOARD</strong>ER’S PACK (6 DAYS)<br />

Adult - Complete Beginner †† .................... £145<br />

Adult - Intermediate ................................... £155<br />

Snowboard Pack Ages: Adult = 13yrs+. Snowboard Pack<br />

Includes: Complete Beginner = 6 days x 2hrs tuition, 6 days<br />

lift pass & 6 days standard snowboard & boot hire.<br />

Intermediate = 3 days x 2hrs tuition, 6 days lift pass & 6<br />

days standard snowboard & boot hire.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board. Buffet<br />

breakfast and evening meal.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 212<br />

PROPERTY CODE: Y81H00<br />

<strong>The</strong> Hotel Prespa is welcoming, great value and ideal for families thanks<br />

to the range of facilities. <strong>The</strong> hotel is situated in the resort centre, just<br />

600m from the ski runs with the free ski bus stopping 100m away.<br />

FACILITIES†: 24 hour reception<br />

•Lobby bar with open fireplace •<br />

Free use of fitness room • Sauna &<br />

massage services • Games room<br />

•Restaurant<br />

ROOMS (2-3 PEOPLE): Twin rooms<br />

have a single sofa bed suitable for a<br />

child only with cable TV, minibar<br />

and bathroom with shower,<br />

hairdryer and wc.<br />

ROOMS (2-4 PEOPLE): Larger<br />

family rooms with twin beds and<br />

double sofa bed suitable for two<br />

children or one adult have a<br />

balcony, bath and wc.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board. Buffet<br />

breakfast and evening meal.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 91<br />

PROPERTY CODE: Y81H03<br />

Ski/Board Equipment* (6 days) Adult Child<br />

Skis & boots standard ................................. £55 £35<br />

Skis only standard ...................................... £35 £25<br />

Snowboard & boots standard .................... £59 -<br />

Snowboard only standard .......................... £49 -<br />

Child skis & boots = 8-12yrs. Snowboard & boots =<br />

13yrs+. * All equipment hire includes storage.<br />

Neilson Rating •••+<br />

CENTRAL LOCATION<br />

INDOOR POOL<br />

Neilson Rating •••<br />

CENTRAL LOCATION<br />

FAMILY ROOMS<br />

Child %<br />

discount<br />

<strong>SKI</strong>/BOARD TUITION<br />

Adult ski school AM (6x4hrs) ...................................... £75<br />

Child ski school AM (6x4hrs) ...................................... £69<br />

Snowboard school PM (6x2hrs) .................................. £49<br />

Ski Kindergarten 4-7 yrs (6 days) ................................ £89<br />

Child ski school = 8-12yrs. Snowboard school = 13yrs+.<br />

Ski Kindergarten includes supervision 9am - 4pm, equipment<br />

hire, lift pass & lunch.<br />

PAMPOROVO <strong>SKI</strong> PACK<br />

IMPORTANT: †† Complete beginner = Ability Level 0, Intermediate = Ability Level 1-4. Ability levels must be stated at the time of booking - see page 13 for details. Special Offers may be withdrawn at any time. Prices are in £s and are approximate - please see reservation system, our website or call us for more details.<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk/pamporovo call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free use of indoor pool,<br />

sauna & fitness room<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free use of fitness room


WELCOME TO ANDORRA<br />

Outstanding ski schools, the latest<br />

lift systems and varied ski areas.<br />

Arinsal<br />

AN A DO DORR RR RRA<br />

El Tarter<br />

SP SPAI AIN<br />

FR FRAN ANCE CE C<br />

Soldeu<br />

Pas de la Casa<br />

TOULOUSE<br />

FRANCE<br />

SPAIN<br />

Andorra used to be known as the<br />

cheap and cheerful destination<br />

for young singles and couples<br />

looking to enjoy the good value<br />

bar prices more than the slopes.<br />

As huge numbers of visitors have<br />

already discovered, Andorra<br />

offers a whole lot more than<br />

lively après-ski.<br />

Although there is still a good<br />

choice of budget<br />

accommodation on offer, an<br />

increasing number of quality<br />

hotels with great facilities are<br />

springing up all over the place.<br />

Add to this the continuing<br />

financial investment in lift<br />

systems and the expansion of ski<br />

areas and it’s easy to see why<br />

Andorra becomes more attractive<br />

every year.<br />

• Andorra is one of the best<br />

destinations for first-time skiers<br />

and snowboarders. Its ski schools<br />

are recognised as some of the<br />

finest in the world, with many<br />

native English-speaking<br />

instructors and expert teaching<br />

methods ensuring speedy<br />

progression.<br />

• <strong>The</strong> majority of Andorrans are<br />

multi-lingual, speaking<br />

Catalonian, Spanish, French and<br />

English so there should be no<br />

problem ordering lunch in the<br />

mountain restaurants.<br />

• Caldea <strong>The</strong>rmal Spa in Andorra la<br />

Vella is an impressive spa centre<br />

with indoor and outdoor pools,<br />

fountains, waterfalls, saunas, hot<br />

tubs, Turkish baths and even a<br />

grapefruit bath! Well worth a trip<br />

one afternoon and accessible<br />

from all our resorts.<br />

Arinsal 148-151<br />

Soldeu/El Tarter 152-157<br />

Pas de la Casa 158-161<br />

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ANDORRA – ARINSAL<br />

“Things have really<br />

changed and it<br />

shows, making it an<br />

ideal choice for beginners,<br />

improvers<br />

and families.”<br />

Fair Excellent<br />

BEGINNERS<br />

INTERMEDIATES<br />

ADVANCED<br />

OFF-PISTE<br />

NON <strong>SKI</strong>ERS<br />

FAMILIES<br />

NIGHTLIFE*<br />

MOUNTAIN<br />

Skiing Altitude 1550m–2560m<br />

Resort Altitude<br />

1475m<br />

Pistes 63km<br />

Number of Runs 42<br />

12% 38% 38% 12%<br />

Number of lifts 30<br />

Drags 15 / Chairs 12 /<br />

Gondolas 2 / Cable Cars 1<br />

Longest Run 6km<br />

Direction of Slopes N,E<br />

Terrain Parks yes<br />

Half Pipe yes<br />

Night Skiing no<br />

Mountain Restaurants 11<br />

Snowmaking 29% runs covered<br />

Resort Ski Bus yes<br />

Linked Resorts<br />

Arinsal & Pal (lift), Arcalis (bus)<br />

FAMILY<br />

Babycare 12-23 months<br />

Crèche 2-4yrs<br />

Ski Kindergarten 4-8yrs<br />

See page 373 or neilson.co.uk/childcare<br />

for more info.<br />

TRAVEL<br />

Departure Airports<br />

Gatwick, Manchester,<br />

Belfast, Birmingham, Bristol<br />

Destination Airports Toulouse<br />

Season 20 Dec–4 Apr<br />

Departure Day Sunday<br />

Flight Guide See page 384<br />

Transfer Time 4hrs<br />

Private taxi transfers available -<br />

please call us for details<br />

Self Drive See page 368<br />

SPECIAL OFFER<br />

Pre-book 1 adult lift pass and receive free<br />

child lift passes for 6-11 yrs -<br />

valid all season<br />

<strong>SKI</strong> LEADING • LEARN TO TURN • GOOD FOR FAMILIES • SELF DRIVE •<br />

CHILD LIFT PASS OFFER<br />

<strong>The</strong> lift-connected resorts of Arinsal<br />

and Pal, known as the Vallnord<br />

ski area, have received a great deal of<br />

investment over recent years, resulting<br />

in massive improvements to both<br />

their slopes and facilities. Arinsal offers<br />

swift gondola access to a wellplanned<br />

ski base. <strong>The</strong> ski area is ideal<br />

for learning and improving. Pal’s network<br />

of tree-lined runs contrasts to<br />

Arinsal’s wide, open slopes, providing<br />

varied terrain for beginners and improvers<br />

to explore. For more challenging<br />

runs and great off-piste, we<br />

recommend the local’s secret, nearby<br />

Arcalis - covered on the same lift pass.<br />

At the end of the day, Arinsal’s small,<br />

friendly village centre offers a good<br />

choice of restaurants, a few shops<br />

and several lively bars and discos.<br />

We know this area should be given<br />

more credit - things have really<br />

changed and it shows, making it an<br />

ideal choice for beginners, improvers<br />

and families.<br />

ACTIVITIES<br />

• Dogsledding<br />

• Snowmobiling<br />

• Ski Biking<br />

• Snowshoeing<br />

• Helicopter Tours<br />

• <strong>The</strong>rmal Spa<br />

• Bowling<br />

• Tobogganing<br />

• Parapenting<br />

<strong>SKI</strong> BIKING<br />

Once you’ve got used to the feeling of<br />

sliding around on snow, you might<br />

want to give something new a go.<br />

LIFT PASS & TUITION<br />

PRICE PROMISE<br />

See page 371<br />

Ski biking is definitely different!<br />

<strong>The</strong> equipment is a cross<br />

between a bike and a pair of<br />

skis and is surprisingly easy to<br />

use. You’ll be shown the basics<br />

before riding off down<br />

the slopes.<br />

RELAX IN THE THERMAL<br />

WATERS OF CALDEA<br />

Situated in Andorra La Vella, a<br />

20 minute bus ride away,<br />

Caldea Centre offers a 600m2<br />

indoor thermal water lagoon,<br />

a spa area with saunas, outdoor<br />

hot tubs, steam rooms<br />

and a comprehensive choice<br />

of massage treatments to ensure<br />

you come away fullyrecharged.


Superior room<br />

HOTEL PRINCESA PARC & DIANA PARC<br />

This modern hotel provides a high standard of accommodation and<br />

fantastic facilities including a spa centre. Its position just 100m from the<br />

resort centre and 200m from the main gondola make it very convenient<br />

as well as comfortable.<br />

FACILITIES†: Restaurant •Lounge<br />

areas •Pub with live music •Piano<br />

bar •Sports bar •Internet access<br />

SPA FEATURES†: Small pool with<br />

hydro-massage jets •Spa baths,<br />

sauna, steam room, fitness room<br />

•Beauty & massage treatments.<br />

Please note: children 5-14 years are<br />

only allowed in the Wellness area<br />

between 11.00 - 15.00<br />

Important information about Spa<br />

facilities - see page 375<br />

FOR FAMILIES: Ten pin bowling<br />

alleys •Pool tables •Free Wifi •Table<br />

football •Games room<br />

ACCOMMODATION: All rooms are<br />

equipped with bath, satellite TV,<br />

minibar, hairdryer, shower and wc.<br />

ROOMS (2-4 PEOPLE): Double and<br />

twin rooms (some which can sleep a<br />

third or forth person).<br />

HOTEL XALET BESOLI<br />

In a peaceful location off the main road, just 200m from ski bus stop<br />

and 600m from the main gondola. This smaller hotel offers a good<br />

standard of accommodation, a personal service and a friendly<br />

atmosphere, making it highly recommended by Neilson guests.<br />

FACILITIES†: Restaurant<br />

•Bar/lounge •TV lounge •Terrace<br />

•Pool table & games •Internet<br />

access •Safe<br />

ROOMS (2-4 PEOPLE): Twin or<br />

double rooms with satellite TV,<br />

hairdryer, bath, shower and wc.<br />

Some rooms can take an extra one<br />

or two beds and have a balcony.<br />

Rooms for sole use available on<br />

request at a supplement.<br />

HOTEL ARINSAL<br />

A welcoming homely atmosphere awaits you at this small, friendly<br />

hotel, which is well situated for the slopes and the resort’s amenities.<br />

Built in traditional local stone, the Hotel Arinsal is in the resort centre,<br />

100m from the main telecabin.<br />

FACILITIES†: Lounge area with<br />

open fire •Bar •Restaurant<br />

ROOMS (2-3 PEOPLE): Twin rooms,<br />

some which can take an extra bed,<br />

with satellite TV, shower and wc.<br />

Single rooms available at a<br />

supplement.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board. Buffet<br />

breakfast and three course evening<br />

meal.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 24<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk/arinsal call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

ARINSAL – ANDORRA<br />

SUPERIOR ROOMS (2-4 PEOPLE):<br />

Situated in the Diana Parc wing,<br />

double rooms and four bedded<br />

rooms (two twin beds plus one<br />

double or two single sofa beds) with<br />

hydro-massage bath, minibar,<br />

bathrobes and slippers, at a<br />

supplement.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board. Buffet<br />

breakfast with hot options and<br />

buffet style three course meal.<br />

Christmas & New Year Gala meals<br />

included.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 250<br />

PROPERTY CODE: X41H07<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board. Buffet<br />

breakfast & traditional Catalan-style<br />

home-cooked evening meal.<br />

Christmas & New Year meals<br />

included.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 33<br />

PROPERTY CODE: X41H02<br />

PROPERTY CODE: X41H11<br />

Neilson Rating ••••+<br />

CENTRAL LOCATION<br />

INDOOR POOL<br />

WELLNESS AREA<br />

GOOD FOR FAMILIES<br />

FREE CHILD PLACES<br />

FAMILY ROOMS<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Special discount 2-5yrs:<br />

£250HS; £150LS<br />

A handpicked selection of hotels<br />

offering first class spa facilities<br />

Neilson Rating •••<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Special discount 2-5yrs:<br />

£250HS; £150LS<br />

Neilson Rating ••<br />

CENTRAL LOCATION<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Special discount 2-5yrs:<br />

£250HS; £150LS<br />

VALUE<br />

No frills accommodation at a cheaper price<br />

– where it's the skiing that really counts!<br />

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150<br />

ANDORRA – ARINSAL<br />

HOTEL PATAGONIA<br />

<strong>The</strong> Hotel Patagonia offers spacious and cosy accommodation at the<br />

top of Arinsal Village, 500m from the centre of resort. Ideally situated<br />

for the slopes, only 50m from the new express chairlift that offers direct<br />

access to main Arinsal ski area. <strong>The</strong> free ski bus stops outside the hotel.<br />

FACILITIES†: Free use of fitness<br />

room •Sauna & steam room •Bar<br />

•Lounge •Internet access •Games<br />

room<br />

ROOMS (2-4 PEOPLE): Twin beds<br />

and a double sofa bed, satellite TV,<br />

balcony, bathroom with bath,<br />

shower and wc. Rooms for sole use<br />

available at a supplement and on<br />

request.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board. Buffet<br />

breakfast and buffet-style evening<br />

meal. Christmas dinner and New<br />

Year Gala meal included.<br />

ST MORITZ APARTMENTS<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 80<br />

PROPERTY CODE: X41S00<br />

<strong>The</strong>se apartments are in a great location right in the heart of Arinsal<br />

village and just 50m from the gondola station. <strong>The</strong> apartments are<br />

modern and well-equipped making them a popular choice for groups<br />

and families.<br />

FACILITIES†: •Café-bar with<br />

internet access •Supermarket<br />

•Pharmacy •Wifi<br />

ACCOMMODATION: Kitchenette<br />

with 2 ring hob, oven, microwave,<br />

toaster and kettle, hairdryer, shower<br />

and wc. Bedlinen, towels and daily<br />

clean included.<br />

1 BEDROOM APARTMENTS (3-4<br />

PEOPLE): One twin or double<br />

bedroom and open-plan living area<br />

with two single sofa beds.<br />

2 BEDROOM APARTMENTS (3-6<br />

HOTEL SOLANA<br />

PEOPLE): Similar to previous with<br />

two twin or double bedrooms, a<br />

double sofa bed in the living area<br />

and an extra bathroom. Available on<br />

request at a supplement.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Self Catering.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★★<br />

PROPERTY CODE: X41A03<br />

Centrally located, the Hotel Solana offers good value accommodation.<br />

Complete with an indoor pool, it has got plenty of relaxation space.<br />

Situated only 80m from the gondola, the Solana offers easy access to<br />

slopes.<br />

FACILITIES†: •Lounge with TV and<br />

bar •Free use of indoor pool, sauna<br />

& steam room •Games room •Pool<br />

table<br />

ROOMS (2 PEOPLE): Twin rooms<br />

with satellite TV, shower and bath<br />

and wc.<br />

ROOMS (4 PEOPLE): Larger four<br />

bedded rooms with balcony, satellite<br />

TV, bath, shower and wc, available<br />

at a supplement.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board. Buffet<br />

breakfast and buffet-style or three<br />

course set menu evening meal.<br />

Christmas and New Year Gala meals<br />

included.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 95<br />

PROPERTY CODE: X41H08<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk/arinsal call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

Neilson Rating •••<br />

GOOD FOR FAMILIES<br />

FAMILY ROOMS<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Special discount 2-5yrs:<br />

£250HS; £150LS<br />

Neilson Rating ••••<br />

CENTRAL LOCATION<br />

Neilson Rating •••<br />

CENTRAL LOCATION<br />

INDOOR POOL<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free use of indoor pool,<br />

sauna and steam room<br />

Special discount 2-5yrs:<br />

£250HS; £150LS<br />

VALUE<br />

No frills accommodation at a cheaper price<br />

– where it's the skiing that really counts!


SPECIAL OFFER – PRE-BOOK 1 ADULT LIFT PASS & RECEIVE FREE CHILD LIFT PASSES – VALID ALL SEASON<br />

Basic Holiday Prices in £s per adult from<br />

the amounts shown.<br />

Hotel Princessa Parc & Diana Parc<br />

20 Dec- 27 Dec- 03 Jan- 24 Jan- 07 Feb- 14 Feb- 21 Feb- 07 Mar- 21 Mar- 28 Mar- 04 Apr-<br />

Nts 26 Dec 02 Jan 23 Jan 06 Feb 13 Feb 20 Feb 06 Mar 20 Mar 27 Mar 03 Apr 11 Apr<br />

Supplements in £s per person per night from:<br />

(Unless otherwise stated)<br />

Room 2/4: Sole use of twin £46, Superior room £10, 3rd &<br />

4th Adult redn. £7<br />

X41H07 Half Board Room 2/4 7 669 1199 529 549 599 949 549 549 539 619 -<br />

45%<br />

Hotel Xalet Besoli<br />

X41H02 Half Board Room 2/4 7 525 769 425 439 485 689 435 435 425 505 549<br />

Room 2/4: Sole use of twin £14, 3rd & 4th Adult redn. £5<br />

35%<br />

Hotel Arinsal<br />

X41H11 Half Board Room 2/3 7 499 739 405 419 469 659 415 415 405 485 629<br />

Room 2/3: Single room £8, Sole use of twin £8, 3rd & 4th<br />

Adult redn. £4<br />

25%<br />

Hotel Patagonia<br />

X41S00 Half Board Room 2/4 7 495 805 425 439 509 765 449 435 425 505 -<br />

Room 2/4: Sole use of twin £21, 3rd & 4th Adult redn. £6<br />

35%<br />

St Moritz Apartments<br />

X41A03 Self Catering Apt 3/4 7 455 625 375 389 439 699 389 389 379 459 519<br />

Apt 3/4: 3 share £8, 2 share £23<br />

10%<br />

Hotel Solana<br />

X41H08 Half Board Room 2 7 515 899 419 435 479 685 429 429 419 499 545<br />

Room 2: Full Board £5, Sole use of twin £29, Larger room £3,<br />

3rd & 4th Adult redn. £5<br />

35%<br />

Hotel St Gothard<br />

X41H03 Half Board Room 2/4 7 549 825 399 409 495 719 419 409 399 545 479<br />

Room 2/4: Sole use of twin £25, 3rd & 4th Adult redn. £6<br />

25%<br />

Hotel Crest<br />

X41L00 Half Board Studio 2/4 7 485 715 389 405 489 639 415 399 395 469 629<br />

Studio 2/4: Sole use of twin £15<br />

35%<br />

Apt 3 7 475 705 379 395 479 629 405 389 385 459 619<br />

Prices are a guide only & will be confirmed on enquiry. Adult prices in £ sterling start from the amounts shown & apply to selected flight departures between each date range based on current charges & costs. Prices may go up or down & supplements (e.g. flight &/or fuel), or reductions may apply. Supplements ‘from’ are based on low season dates. For full details on how to price your holiday, charges,<br />

supplements & surcharges see ‘Your Holiday Price’ page 368. For important Holiday Information & Booking Conditions see pages 368 - 385. †Some facilities may incur a local charge. LOW 03-30Jan,14Mar-03Apr.MID 20-26Dec,31Jan-13Feb,21Feb-13Mar,04-18Apr.HIGH 27 Dec - 02 Jan, 14 - 20 Feb. NS151a<br />

LIFT PASS (6 DAYS)<br />

Adult (12-59yrs) .......................................................... £125<br />

Child (6-11yrs) ............................................................ FREE<br />

SPECIAL OFFER: Free child lift pass for 6-11yrs - valid<br />

all season.<br />

Lift pass covers Vallnord ski area., including Arinsal, Pal and<br />

Arcalis. Arcalis is a seperate station connected by free<br />

transport. Lift pass will be valid for one day skiing in the<br />

Grandvalira sector of Andorra - Transport not included. Senior<br />

lift passes 70yrs+ are free.<br />

<strong>SKI</strong>ER’S PACK (6 DAYS)<br />

Adult - Complete Beginner†† ...................................... £189<br />

Adult - Intermediate .................................................... £199<br />

Child - Complete Beginner†† ...................................... £85<br />

Child - Intermediate .................................................... £95<br />

Ski Pack Ages: Adult = 12yrs+, Child = 6-11yrs.<br />

Includes: 5 days x 3hrs tuition, 6 days area lift pass & 6 days<br />

standard ski & boot hire.<br />

HOTEL ST GOTHARD<br />

This family run hotel combines comfort, great facilities and a friendly<br />

atmosphere. <strong>The</strong> St Gothard is situated at the entrance of Arinsal, 1km<br />

from the centre of resort and main gondola. <strong>The</strong> ski bus stops 20m<br />

away.<br />

FACILITIES†: Four restaurants •Bar<br />

•Sauna •Hot tub •Lounge with<br />

satellite TV •Disco •Internet access<br />

•Pool table •Games room •Free Wifi<br />

ROOMS (2-4 PEOPLE): Twin rooms,<br />

some which can sleep a third or<br />

fourth person, with satellite TV,<br />

mini-safe, hairdryer, bath or shower<br />

and wc.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board. Buffet<br />

breakfast and buffet style evening<br />

meal. Christmas & New Year Gala<br />

meals included.<br />

HOTEL CREST<br />

<strong>SNOWBOARD</strong>ER’S PACK (6 DAYS)<br />

Adult - Complete Beginner†† ...................................... £199<br />

Adult - Intermediate .................................................... £209<br />

Child - Complete Beginner†† ...................................... £89<br />

Child - Intermediate .................................................... £99<br />

Snowboard Pack Ages: Adult = 12yrs+, Child = 10-11yrs.<br />

Includes: 5 days x 3hrs tuition, 6 days area lift pass & 6 days<br />

standard snowboard & boot hire.<br />

ARINSAL <strong>SKI</strong> PACK<br />

ARINSAL – ANDORRA<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 170<br />

PROPERTY CODE: X41H03<br />

A modern complex with spacious accommodation, the Crest is in a<br />

tranquil location at the edge of Arinsal village, 500m from the centre of<br />

resort. It is ideally situated right next to the Les Morrades ski run and a<br />

new express chairlift.<br />

FACILITIES†: Lounge area with<br />

fireplace •Bar •Restaurant •TV &<br />

games room •Internet access<br />

ACCOMMODATION: Satellite TV,<br />

balcony, shower and wc.<br />

STUDIOS (2-4 PEOPLE): Twin<br />

rooms which can take an extra one<br />

or two beds (child only).<br />

1 BEDROOM APARTMENTS (3<br />

PEOPLE): One twin bedroom plus a<br />

sofa bed in the living area.<br />

STUDIOS (5 PEOPLE): With five<br />

single beds – prices on reservations<br />

system.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board. Buffet<br />

breakfast and buffet-style evening<br />

meal. Christmas and New Year Gala<br />

meals included.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 50<br />

PROPERTY CODE: X41L00<br />

<strong>SKI</strong>/BOARD EQUIPMENT (6 DAYS) ADULT CHILD*<br />

Skis & boots standard ................................. £52 £36<br />

Skis & boots superior .................................. £75 £65<br />

Skis only standard ...................................... £45 £29<br />

Skis only superior ....................................... £59 £49<br />

Snowboard & boots standard .................... £79 £59<br />

Snowboard only standard .......................... £75 £49<br />

Helmet** .................................................... - FREE<br />

*Child skis & boots = 3-11yrs. *Child board & boots = 8-11yrs.<br />

** Child equipment hire includes helmet hire.<br />

Neilson Rating •••+<br />

Neilson Rating •••<br />

<strong>SKI</strong> IN <strong>SKI</strong> OUT<br />

GOOD FOR FAMILIES<br />

Child %<br />

discount<br />

<strong>SKI</strong>/BOARD TUITION<br />

Adult ski school (5x3hrs) ............................................ £85<br />

Child ski school (5x3hrs) ............................................. £59<br />

Adult Snowboard school (5x3hrs) .............................. £85<br />

Child Snowboard school (5x3hrs) ............................... £69<br />

Child ski school = 6-14yrs. Child snowboard school =<br />

10-14yrs.<br />

IMPORTANT: †† Complete beginner = Ability Level 0, Intermediate = Ability Level 1-4. Ability levels must be stated at the time of booking - see page 13 for details. Special Offers may be withdrawn at any time. Prices are in £s and are approximate - please see reservation system, our website or call us for more details.<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk/arinsal call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

GOOD FOR GROUPS<br />

FOUR OR MORE<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Special discount 2-5yrs:<br />

£250HS; £150LS<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Special discount 2-5yrs:<br />

£250HS; £150LS<br />

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152<br />

ANDORRA – SOLDEU/EL TARTER<br />

“…Wide, confidence<br />

boosting blue runs<br />

and long, tree-lined<br />

reds...a great allrounded<br />

ski area for<br />

every ability.”<br />

Fair Excellent<br />

BEGINNERS<br />

INTERMEDIATES<br />

ADVANCED<br />

OFF-PISTE<br />

NON <strong>SKI</strong>ERS<br />

FAMILIES<br />

NIGHTLIFE<br />

MOUNTAIN<br />

Skiing Altitude 1710m–2640m<br />

Resort Altitude 1800m<br />

Pistes Area - 93km<br />

Number of Runs 110<br />

16% 35% 29% 20%<br />

Number of lifts 67<br />

Drags 25 / Chairs 30 / Gondolas 1<br />

Cable Cars 3 / Magic Carpets 7<br />

Longest Run 8km<br />

Direction of Slopes N/E<br />

Terrain Parks & Half Pipe yes<br />

Night Skiing no<br />

Mountain Restaurants 40<br />

Snowmaking 43% runs covered<br />

Resort Ski Bus yes<br />

Linked Resorts Pas de la Casa,<br />

Soldeu, El Tarter<br />

FAMILY<br />

Babycare See Sporthotel<br />

Crèche 2-4yrs<br />

Ski Kindergarten 4-6yrs<br />

See page 373 or<br />

neilson.co.uk/childcare for more info.<br />

TRAVEL<br />

Departure Airports<br />

Gatwick, Manchester, Belfast,<br />

Birmingham, Bristol<br />

Destination Airports Toulouse<br />

Season 20 Dec–4 Apr<br />

Departure Day Sunday<br />

Flight Guide See page 384<br />

Transfer Time 3hrs 30mins<br />

Private taxi transfers available -<br />

please call us for details<br />

Self Drive See page 368<br />

SPECIAL OFFERS<br />

Pre-book 1 adult lift pass and receive free<br />

child lift passes for 6-11yrs - Valid all<br />

season.<br />

Pre-book adult ski or board school and<br />

enrol your child in non-ski kindergarten<br />

for the duration of your lessons for £35.<br />

Childcare must be booked and paid for<br />

locally.<br />

<strong>SKI</strong> LEADING • LEARN TO TURN • GOOD FOR FAMILIES • SELF DRIVE<br />

• CHILD LIFT PASS OFFER<br />

Soldeu & El Tarter are a part of the<br />

impressive Grandvalira ski area which<br />

offers almost 200km of pistes ranging<br />

from wide, confidence-boosting blue<br />

runs to long, treelined reds. Its sheer<br />

size and modern lift system means<br />

even the more experienced skier and<br />

boarder has plenty to explore.<br />

Beginners will enjoy several nursery<br />

slopes at the top of the gondola next<br />

to Soldeu’s ski and snowboard school<br />

whose tuition is continually rated as<br />

one of the best in our programme. A<br />

great all-round resort for all abilities.<br />

Soldeu offers some of the best<br />

accommodation in Andorra from<br />

budget self catering to a luxurious<br />

five star hotel and a state-of-the-art<br />

mountain spa centre. <strong>The</strong> rusticlooking<br />

village has a relaxed,<br />

unpretentious atmosphere and offers<br />

a good choice of restaurants and<br />

bars.Ten minutes down the road, El<br />

Tarter is a convenient, quieter base<br />

offering quality accommodation<br />

around a high speed gondola.<br />

ACTIVITIES<br />

• Snowmobiling<br />

• Dogsledding<br />

• Helicopter Tours<br />

• Spa Centres<br />

• Parapenting<br />

• Horse Riding<br />

• Snowshoeing<br />

PYRENEAN PICTURE POSTCARD<br />

SCENES<br />

Get a bird’s eye view of the resort and<br />

its surrounding mountains from high<br />

LIFT PASS & TUITION<br />

PRICE PROMISE<br />

See page 371<br />

above in a helicopter cabin. An<br />

experience you won’t forget.<br />

EL TARTER BY NIGHT<br />

Swap your skis or board for a<br />

giant tractor inner tube and<br />

throw yourself down the<br />

mountain, great fun for all ages.<br />

A bbq-style meal and live music<br />

is provided in Mountain Top<br />

Restaurant.


HOTEL PIOLETS (SOLDEU)<br />

This hotel offers good facilities including an indoor pool. Situated in the<br />

centre of resort just 100m from the main gondola to the slopes.<br />

FACILITIES†: Restaurant •Pizzeria<br />

•Bar with terrace •Iceberg pub<br />

•Lounge with TV •Indoor pool<br />

•Sauna •Hot tub •Steam room •Free<br />

use of fitness room •Massage and<br />

beauty treatments<br />

FOR FAMILIES: Children’s play area<br />

•Games room<br />

ROOMS (2-3 PEOPLE): Two and<br />

three bedded rooms with satellite<br />

TV, hairdryer, bath, shower and wc.<br />

Rooms with a mountain view and<br />

sole use of twin are available on<br />

request at a supplement.<br />

PIOLETS PARK & SPA (SOLDEU)<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk/grandvalira call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

SOLDEU – ANDORRA<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board. Buffet<br />

breakfast and buffet-style evening<br />

meal with show cooking. Christmas<br />

& New Year Gala meals included.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 118<br />

PROPERTY CODE: X42H06<br />

Offering great facilities and modern interiors, this hotel is situated in a<br />

quiet location on the edge of Soldeu, 300m from the resort centre and<br />

gondola. <strong>The</strong> hotel provides its own shuttle bus service to the lift<br />

8.30am-11.30am and 3pm-5.30pm. <strong>The</strong> resort bus runs all day and<br />

stops 100m away.<br />

FACILITIES†: Restaurant •Catalan à<br />

la carte restaurant •Lounge/bar<br />

•Pub •Indoor pool •Sauna •Steam<br />

room •Indoor & outdoor hot tub<br />

•Free use of fitness room •Massage<br />

and beauty treatments<br />

•Entertainment programme<br />

•Internet area •Free Wifi<br />

FOR FAMILIES: Children’s pool<br />

•Children’s play area •Children’s<br />

activities & entertainment<br />

ROOMS (2-4 PEOPLE): Twin, triple<br />

or four bedded rooms with satellite<br />

TV, minibar, internet access,<br />

hairdryer, mini safe, shower & wc.<br />

Most have a balcony with a view of<br />

the pistes. Sole use of twin available<br />

at a supplement.<br />

HOTEL HIMALAIA (SOLDEU)<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board. Buffet<br />

breakfast and buffet-style evening<br />

meal. Christmas & New Year Gala<br />

meals included.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 204<br />

PROPERTY CODE: X42H08<br />

A modern hotel in a central location, 100m from the main gondola,<br />

with resort bars, cafés and restaurants literally on the doorstep. Its<br />

Tibetan-themed interiors provide a relaxed atmosphere and there are a<br />

range of facilities to enjoy.<br />

FACILITIES†: Internet corner<br />

•Restaurant •Free Wifi •Bar with<br />

pool table •Cosy lounge with<br />

fireplace •TV lounge •Free use of<br />

sauna, steam room & hot tub<br />

•Massage •Free use of fitness room<br />

•Children's playroom<br />

ROOMS (2-3 PEOPLE): Twin rooms<br />

which can take an extra bed, with<br />

satellite TV, minibar, mini-safe,<br />

shower & wc.<br />

STUDIO (2-3 PEOPLE): One double<br />

and one single sofa bed, satellite TV,<br />

kitchenette with microwave and<br />

bathroom with shower & wc.<br />

1 BEDROOM APARTMENT (3-4<br />

PEOPLE): Twin bedroom plus<br />

double sofa bed in the lounge,<br />

kitchenette with microwave, satellite<br />

TV, bathroom with shower & wc.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board. Buffet<br />

breakfast and buffet-style evening<br />

meal. Christmas & New Year Gala<br />

meals included.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 107<br />

PROPERTY CODE: X42H09<br />

Neilson Rating ••••<br />

CENTRAL LOCATION<br />

INDOOR POOL<br />

WELLNESS AREA<br />

GOOD FOR FAMILIES<br />

FREE CHILD PLACES<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Special discount 2-5yrs:<br />

£250HS; £150LS<br />

Neilson Rating ••••<br />

INDOOR POOL<br />

WELLNESS AREA<br />

GOOD FOR FAMILIES<br />

FAMILY ROOMS<br />

FREE CHILD PLACES<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free use of hotel shuttle<br />

bus service<br />

Special discount 2-5yrs:<br />

£250HS; £150LS<br />

Neilson Rating ••••<br />

CENTRAL LOCATION<br />

WELLNESS AREA<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free use of sauna, steam<br />

room and hot tub<br />

Free weekly ski guiding<br />

organised by the hotel<br />

Special discount 2-5yrs:<br />

£250HS; £150LS<br />

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154<br />

ANDORRA – EL TARTER<br />

HOTEL NORDIC (EL TARTER)<br />

This modern hotel is ideally situated at the base of the slopes in El<br />

Tarter, just 20m from the high-speed lift that takes you into the superb<br />

Grandvalira ski area. <strong>The</strong>re’s plenty to keep you entertained off the<br />

slopes, or you can relax after a day’s skiing in the first class spa facilities.<br />

FACILITIES†: Bar •Disco •Lounge<br />

•Restaurant •Free use of indoor pool<br />

& hot tub •Sauna •Steam room<br />

•Free use of fitness room •Bowling<br />

alley •Free Wifi •Games room •Free<br />

daily shuttle bus to Andorra la Vella<br />

ROOMS (2-3 PEOPLE): Attractive<br />

twin rooms with a single sofa bed<br />

(child only), satellite TV, mini-safe,<br />

hairdryer, clothes dryer, shower and<br />

wc. Rooms with mountain views &<br />

sole use of room on request at a<br />

supplement.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board. Buffet<br />

breakfast with a hot option & three<br />

course evening meal. Christmas &<br />

New Year Gala meals included.<br />

HOTEL DEL CLOS (EL TARTER)<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 120<br />

PROPERTY CODE: X46H01<br />

Traditionally built in stone, Hotel del Clos is an attractive property<br />

situated in a sunny, south facing position opposite the gondola and<br />

slopes of El Tarter (200m away). <strong>The</strong> free ski bus to Soldeu stops 50m<br />

from the hotel. <strong>The</strong> hotel offers good facilities, comfortable rooms and a<br />

friendly atmosphere.<br />

FACILITIES†: Lounge with open fire<br />

•TV room with satellite TV<br />

•Restaurant •Cosy bar •Billiard room<br />

•Free hotel run shuttle bus to the<br />

slopes •Terrace •Internet access<br />

•Free Wifi<br />

ROOMS (2 PEOPLE): Twin rooms<br />

with satellite TV, mini-safe, hairdryer,<br />

shower and wc. Rooms offering<br />

views of the slopes and rooms that<br />

can sleep 3 people are available on<br />

request at a supplement. Sole use of<br />

room available on request at a<br />

supplement.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board. Buffet<br />

breakfast & buffet style evening<br />

meal. Special Christmas & New Year<br />

meals included.<br />

APARTHOTEL DEL CLOS (EL TARTER)<br />

Located adjacent to the Hotel Nordic, next to the slopes, this property<br />

offers high standard, spacious accommodation. Apartments are bright<br />

and airy, with light pine furnishings. Ideal for families and groups.<br />

ACCOMMODATION: Kitchenette<br />

with two ring hob, oven, fridge,<br />

satellite TV, bath, shower and wc.<br />

Bedlinen and towels included.<br />

1 BEDROOM APARTMENTS (2-4<br />

PEOPLE): One twin bedroom and<br />

an open-plan living room with two<br />

single sofa beds.<br />

DEPOSIT: €150 payable on arrival.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 54<br />

PROPERTY CODE: X46H02<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board. Buffet<br />

breakfast & buffet-style evening<br />

meal taken in the Hotel Nordic<br />

adjacent. Christmas & New Year<br />

Gala meals included.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★★<br />

PROPERTY CODE: X46A00<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk/grandvalira call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

Neilson Rating ••••<br />

<strong>SKI</strong> IN <strong>SKI</strong> OUT<br />

INDOOR POOL<br />

WELLNESS AREA<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free use of indoor pool<br />

& hot tub<br />

Free daily shuttle bus to<br />

Andorra la Vella<br />

Neilson Rating •••+<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free use of slopeside ski<br />

storage<br />

Free use of hotel shuttle<br />

bus service<br />

Free shuttle bus to<br />

Andorra la Vella<br />

Neilson Rating ••••<br />

<strong>SKI</strong> IN <strong>SKI</strong> OUT<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free use of indoor pool<br />

& hot tub at the Hotel<br />

Nordic next door


EL TARTER & SOLDEU – ANDORRA<br />

XALET CASALE (EL TARTER)<br />

Run by an expert hospitality team who are on hand to offer help and<br />

advice throughout your holiday, Xalet Casale is a superb property for<br />

groups. It is an original building sympathetically restored to a very high<br />

standard. Old stone and wood have been used and tasteful furniture<br />

has been carefully chosen to complement the style of the property. It is<br />

located in the centre of El Tarter, 800m from the El Tarter lifts, where<br />

communal ski storage is available free of charge.<br />

FACILITIES†: Comfortable lounge<br />

area with satellite TV •Bar with cable<br />

TV<br />

ROOMS (2 PEOPLE): Twin<br />

bedrooms with ensuite shower and<br />

wc.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Lodge Board.<br />

Continental breakfast, three course<br />

set evening meal with half a bottle<br />

of wine per person (6 evenings a<br />

week). Afternoon tea & cake (5<br />

evenings a week). Christmas & New<br />

Year meals included.<br />

APARTHOTEL POPAIRE (SOLDEU)<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 20<br />

PROPERTY CODE: X46H03<br />

This friendly and comfortable property enjoys a central location, 250m<br />

from the gondola and 100m from centre of Soldeu. Built in a traditional<br />

style in stone with heavy wooden beams, the Popaire is tastefully<br />

furnished with a relaxing atmosphere and stunning piste views.<br />

FACILITIES†: Bar •À la carte<br />

restaurant •Wifi<br />

ACCOMMODATION: Satellite TV,<br />

balcony, well equipped kitchen with<br />

oven, hob and microwave.<br />

Bathroom with hairdryer, bath,<br />

shower and wc.<br />

1 BEDROOM APARTMENTS (2-4<br />

PEOPLE): One bedroom apartments<br />

with a twin bedroom and two single<br />

sofa beds in the lounge area.<br />

DEPOSIT: €150 payable on arrival<br />

(Cash only).<br />

BELLAVISTA APARTMENTS (SOLDEU)<br />

BOARD BASIS: Bed & Breakfast.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★<br />

PROPERTY CODE: X42A01<br />

Offering magnificent mountain views, these spacious apartments are<br />

ideal for groups. Perched on the hillside, the Bellavista Apartments offer<br />

great value and is situated 300m from the resort centre and 450m from<br />

the gondola.<br />

ACCOMMODATION: Kitchenette<br />

with four ring hob, fridge &<br />

microwave, spacious lounge,<br />

balcony, bathroom with shower &<br />

wc. Bed linen, towels and end of<br />

stay cleaning (except kitchen &<br />

washing up) included.<br />

1 BEDROOM APARTMENTS (2-6<br />

PEOPLE): One four bedded room<br />

and a double sofa bed in the living<br />

area.<br />

2 BEDROOM APARTMENTS (2-6<br />

PEOPLE): Two twin bedrooms and a<br />

double sofa bed in the living area.<br />

DEPOSIT: €150 payable on arrival.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Self Catering.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★<br />

PROPERTY CODE: X42A02<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk/grandvalira call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

Neilson Rating ••••<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free use of slopeside ski<br />

storage<br />

Free half a bottle of<br />

wine with dinner<br />

Free afternoon tea &<br />

cake<br />

Neilson Rating •••+<br />

CENTRAL LOCATION<br />

GOOD FOR FAMILIES<br />

Neilson Rating ••<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free use of slopeside ski<br />

storage<br />

VALUE<br />

No frills accommodation at a cheaper price<br />

– where it's the skiing that really counts!<br />

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156<br />

ANDORRA – SOLDEU<br />

Junior suite<br />

SPORTHOTEL VILLAGE (SOLDEU)<br />

This hotel offers an exceptionally high standard and consistently<br />

receives fantastic customer feedback. Built around the telecabine, it<br />

provides direct access to the slopes, while the snowbridge means you<br />

can virtually ski back to your door at the end of the day.<br />

FACILITIES†: Three spacious lounge<br />

areas •Bar with occasional live music<br />

•‘Villager’ pub •Restaurant •Access<br />

to Sport Wellness Mountain Spa<br />

•Free use of fitness room •Internet<br />

area •Free Wifi<br />

FOR FAMILIES: Free hotel-run<br />

children’s club in Sporthotel for 4-12<br />

year olds<br />

ROOMS (2-4 PEOPLE): Two, three<br />

and four bedded rooms with<br />

satellite TV, minibar, hairdryer, bath,<br />

shower & wc. Junior suites are<br />

available at a supplement.<br />

SPORTHOTEL HERMITAGE & SPA (SOLDEU)<br />

Owned by the popular Sporthotel group, this 5 star property provides<br />

luxurious accommodation and free entrance to the five floor state-ofthe-art<br />

Sport Wellness Mountain Spa. It enjoys a central location, close<br />

to resort facilities and just 50m from the gondola. A superb property for<br />

some serious pampering, as well as for convenient access to the<br />

Grandvalira ski area.<br />

FACILITIES†: Lounge with fireplace<br />

•Bar/café •Restaurants •Free use of<br />

fitness room •Room service •Free<br />

Wifi<br />

SPA FEATURES†: Free use of indoor<br />

pool, hydro massage pool, outdoor<br />

heated pool & hot tubs, 2 saunas,<br />

aroma room, steam room, relaxation<br />

rooms, 8 hot beds •18 treatment<br />

rooms •Bar & boutique<br />

Please note: Children under 14yrs<br />

are not allowed into the Wellness &<br />

Spa area. Flip flops compulsory.<br />

Important information about Spa<br />

facilities page 375.<br />

FOR FAMILIES: Free hotel-run<br />

children’s club in Sporthotel for 4-12<br />

year olds<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board. Extensive<br />

buffet breakfast with hot options<br />

and three course buffet style dinner.<br />

Weekly Gala dinner. Christmas &<br />

New Year Gala meals included.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 148<br />

Please note: children under 14yrs<br />

are not allowed into the Sport<br />

Wellness Mountain Spa<br />

PROPERTY CODE: X42H04<br />

JUNIOR SUITES (2-4 PEOPLE):<br />

Kingsize or two twin beds, lounge<br />

area with double sofa bed (suitable<br />

for 1 adult or 2 children), hairdryer,<br />

satellite TV, mini-safe, balcony,<br />

bathroom with spa bath, shower &<br />

wc. Rooms for sole use available on<br />

request at a supplement.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board. Buffet<br />

breakfast and three course evening<br />

meal. Christmas Eve & New Year<br />

Gala meals with wines & Cava<br />

included.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 120<br />

PROPERTY CODE: X42H10<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk/grandvalira call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

Neilson Rating ••••<br />

<strong>SKI</strong> TO YOUR DOOR<br />

CENTRAL LOCATION<br />

WELLNESS AREA<br />

GOOD FOR FAMILIES<br />

FREE CHILD PLACES<br />

CHILDREN’S CLUB<br />

FAMILY ROOMS<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

One free entrance to<br />

the Sport Wellness<br />

Mountain Spa (Mon &<br />

Tue before 3pm only)<br />

Special discount 2-5yrs:<br />

£250HS; £150LS<br />

Neilson Rating •••••<br />

CENTRAL LOCATION<br />

INDOOR POOL<br />

WELLNESS AREA<br />

GOOD FOR FAMILIES<br />

CHILDREN’S CLUB<br />

FAMILY ROOMS<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free use of indoor pool,<br />

hydro massage pool and<br />

outdoor heated pool<br />

Free use of hot tubs and<br />

saunas<br />

Special discount 2-5yrs:<br />

£250HS; £150LS<br />

A handpicked selection of hotels<br />

offering first class spa facilities


SPECIAL OFFER – PRE-BOOK 1 ADULT LIFT PASS & RECEIVE FREE CHILD LIFT PASSES – VALID ALL SEASON<br />

Basic Holiday Prices in £s per adult from<br />

the amounts shown.<br />

Hotel Piolets<br />

20 Dec- 27 Dec- 03 Jan- 24 Jan- 07 Feb- 14 Feb- 21 Feb- 07 Mar- 21 Mar- 28 Mar- 04 Apr-<br />

Nts 26 Dec 02 Jan 23 Jan 06 Feb 13 Feb 20 Feb 06 Mar 20 Mar 27 Mar 03 Apr 11 Apr<br />

Supplements in £s per person per night from:<br />

(Unless otherwise stated)<br />

X42H06 Half Board Room 2/3 7 725 1099 549 569 619 959 585 569 559 639 639<br />

Room 2/3: Soleuseoftwin£25,Mountainview£4,3rd&<br />

4th Adult redn. £6<br />

45%<br />

Piolets Park & Spa<br />

X42H08 Half Board Room 2/4 7 809 1149 555 575 625 995 639 575 565 705 645<br />

Room 2/4: Sole use of twin £25, 3rd & 4th Adult redn. £14<br />

45%<br />

Hotel Himalaia<br />

X42H09 Half Board Room 2/3 7 629 1135 499 515 689 899 529 515 505 585 585<br />

Room 2/3: Sole use of twin £29, 3rd & 4th Adult redn. £7<br />

35%<br />

Studio 2/3: 3rd & 4th Adult redn. £7<br />

Studio 2/3 7 629 1135 499 515 689 899 529 515 505 585 585<br />

Apt 2/4 7 649 1155 519 535 709 919 549 535 525 605 605<br />

Apt 2/4: 3rd & 4th Adult redn. £7<br />

Hotel Nordic<br />

X46H01 Half Board Room 2/3 7 799 1095 605 649 699 1075 629 625 609 705 695<br />

Room 2/3: Soleuseoftwin£31,Mountainview£10,3rd&<br />

4th Adult redn. £18<br />

25%<br />

Hotel Del Clos<br />

X46H02 Half Board Room 2/3 7 599 885 485 489 589 855 505 489 479 619 559<br />

Room 2/3: Soleuseoftwin£22,Mountainview£8,3rd&<br />

4th Adult redn. £13<br />

25%<br />

Aparthotel Del Clos<br />

X46A00 Half Board Apt 2/4 7 729 945 465 479 529 835 495 479 469 549 549<br />

Apt 2/4: 3 share £13, 2 share £40<br />

25%<br />

Xalet Casale<br />

Room 2: Sole use of twin £30<br />

X46H03 Lodge Board Room 2 7 535 709 409 429 495 725 429 409 389 519 -<br />

25%<br />

Aparthotel Popaire<br />

Apt 2/4: 3 share £7, 2 share £22<br />

X42A01 Bed & Breakfast Apt 2/4 7 435 579 355 375 425 655 375 375 365 445 -<br />

25%<br />

Bellavista Apartments<br />

X42A02 Self Catering 1 Bed Apt 7 339 465 275 289 339 515 289 289 279 359 -<br />

1BedApt: 5 share £2, 4 share £5, 3 share £11, 2 share £22<br />

10%<br />

2BedApt: 5 share £2, 4 share £5, 3 share £11, 2 share £22<br />

2BedApt 7 349 475 285 299 349 525 299 299 289 369 -<br />

Sporthotel Village<br />

X42H04 Half Board Room 2/4 7 1005 1439 789 789 915 1335 865 795 779 1075 865<br />

Room 2/4: Single room £18, Junior suite £10, 3rd & 4th Adult<br />

redn. £12<br />

25%<br />

Sporthotel Hermitage<br />

X42H10 Half Board Junior Suite 2/4 7 1559 2235 1245 1269 1445 2159 1385 1265 1245 1709 1255<br />

Suite 2/4: Sole use of Suite £32, 3rd & 4th Adult redn. £22<br />

25%<br />

Sporthotel<br />

Room 2/4: Sole use of twin £18, 3rd & 4th Adult redn. £9<br />

X42H00 Half Board Room 2/4 7 855 1255 619 659 765 1095 655 639 649 879 709<br />

25%<br />

Prices are a guide only & will be confirmed on enquiry. Adult prices in £ sterling start from the amounts shown & apply to selected flight departures between each date range based on current charges & costs. Prices may go up or down & supplements (e.g. flight &/or fuel), or reductions may apply. Supplements ‘from’ are based on low season dates. For full details on how to price your holiday, charges,<br />

supplements & surcharges see ‘Your Holiday Price’ page 368. For important Holiday Information & Booking Conditions see pages 368 - 385. †Some facilities may incur a local charge. LOW 03-30Jan,14Mar-03Apr.MID 20-26Dec,31Jan-13Feb,21Feb-13Mar,04-18Apr.HIGH 27 Dec - 02 Jan, 14 - 20 Feb. NS157a<br />

LIFT PASS (6 DAYS)<br />

Adult (12+yrs) ............................................................ £169<br />

Child (6-11yrs) ............................................................ FREE<br />

SPECIAL OFFER: Free child lift pass for 6-11yrs - valid<br />

all season.<br />

Lift pass covers Grandvalira ski area, including Pas de la<br />

Casa, Grau Roig, Soldeu, El Tarter and Canillo. Lift pass will<br />

be valid for one day skiing in the Vallnord sector of Andorra -<br />

Transport not included. Senior lift passes 70yrs+ are free.<br />

THE <strong>SKI</strong>ER’S PACK<br />

Adult - Complete Beginner†† ...................................... £199<br />

Adult - Intermediate .................................................... £225<br />

Child - Complete Beginner†† ...................................... £109<br />

Child - Intermediate .................................................... £125<br />

Ski Pack Ages: Adult = 12yrs+, Child = 6-11yrs.<br />

Includes: Complete Beginner = 5 days x 3hrs tuition, 6 days<br />

local lift pass & 6 days standard ski & boot hire. Intermediate<br />

= 5 days x 3hrs tuition, 6 days area lift pass & 6 days<br />

standard ski & boot hire.<br />

SPORTHOTEL (SOLDEU)<br />

Professionally run and comfortable, the popular Sporthotel provides<br />

high standards of accommodation throughout. Its central location in<br />

the resort, just 50m from the main telecabine, makes it a convenient<br />

choice.<br />

FACILITIES†: Restaurant •Bar/Café<br />

•Two spacious lounges, one with<br />

satellite TV •Pub with live music<br />

during the week •Access to Sport<br />

Wellness Mountain Spa, via an<br />

underground walkway •Free use of<br />

fitness room •Internet area •Free<br />

Wifi<br />

FOR FAMILIES: Free hotel-run<br />

children’s club in Sporthotel for 4-12<br />

year olds<br />

ROOMS (2-4 PEOPLE): Two, three<br />

& four bedded rooms with satellite<br />

TV, hairdryer, bath, shower & wc.<br />

Twin rooms for sole use available at<br />

a supplement.<br />

THE <strong>SNOWBOARD</strong>ER’S PACK<br />

Adult - Complete Beginner†† ...................................... £225<br />

Adult - Intermediate .................................................... £245<br />

Child - Complete Beginner†† ...................................... £135<br />

Child - Intermediate .................................................... £149<br />

Snowboard Pack Ages: Adult = 12yrs+, Child = 10-11yrs.<br />

Includes: Complete Beginner = 5 days x 3hrs tuition, 6 days<br />

local lift pass & 6 days standard snowboard & boot hire.<br />

Intermediate = 5 days x 3hrs tuition, 6 days area lift pass &<br />

6 days standard snowboard & boot hire.<br />

SOLDEU – ANDORRA<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board. Extensive<br />

buffet breakfast with hot options<br />

and three course buffet dinner.<br />

Weekly Gala dinner. Christmas &<br />

New Year Gala meals included.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 165<br />

Please note: Children under 14yrs<br />

are not allowed into the Sport<br />

Wellness Mountain Spa.<br />

PROPERTY CODE: X42H00<br />

<strong>SKI</strong>/BOARD EQUIPMENT (6 DAYS) ADULT CHILD*<br />

Skis & boots standard ................................. £55 £45<br />

Skis & boots superior .................................. £89 -<br />

Skis only standard ...................................... £39 £29<br />

Skis only superior ....................................... £65 -<br />

Snowboard & boots standard .................... £75 £59<br />

Snowboard only standard .......................... £55 £49<br />

Helmet** .................................................... - FREE<br />

*Child skis & boots = 3-11yrs. *Child board & boots =8-11yrs.<br />

**Child equipment hire includes helmet hire.<br />

Neilson Rating ••••<br />

CENTRAL LOCATION<br />

WELLNESS AREA<br />

GOOD FOR FAMILIES<br />

CHILDREN’S CLUB<br />

FAMILY ROOMS<br />

Child %<br />

discount<br />

<strong>SKI</strong>/BOARD TUITION<br />

Adult ski school (5x3hrs) ............................................ £89<br />

Child ski school (5x3hrs) ............................................. £79<br />

Snowboard school (5x3hrs) ........................................ £89<br />

Ski/Snowboard school - Intermediate (3x3hrs) ........... £79<br />

SPECIAL OFFER: Pre-book adult ski or board school<br />

and enrol your child in non-ski kindergarten for the<br />

duration of you lessons for £35. Childcare must be<br />

booked and paid for locally.<br />

Child ski school = 6-11yrs. Snowboard school = 10yrs+.<br />

SOLDEU / EL TARTER <strong>SKI</strong> PACK<br />

IMPORTANT: †† Complete beginner = Ability Level 0, Intermediate = Ability Level 1-4. Ability levels must be stated at the time of booking - see page 13 for details. Special Offers may be withdrawn at any time. Prices are in £s and are approximate - please see reservation system, our website or call us for more details.<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk/grandvalira call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

One free entrance to<br />

the Sport Wellness<br />

Mountain Spa (Mon &<br />

Tue before 3pm only)<br />

Free hotel-run children's<br />

club<br />

Special discount 2-5yrs:<br />

£250 HS; £150 LS<br />

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ANDORRA – PAS DE LA CASA<br />

“…bars and clubs<br />

offer lively and<br />

reasonably priced<br />

night life, ensuring<br />

this resort lives up<br />

to its reputation as<br />

the young & lively<br />

town in Andorra.”<br />

BEGINNERS<br />

INTERMEDIATES<br />

ADVANCED<br />

OFF-PISTE<br />

NON <strong>SKI</strong>ERS<br />

FAMILIES<br />

NIGHTLIFE<br />

Fair Excellent<br />

MOUNTAIN<br />

Skiing Altitude 1710m–2640m<br />

Resort Altitude 2100m<br />

Pistes Area - 193km<br />

Number of Runs 110<br />

16% 35% 29% 20%<br />

Number of lifts 67<br />

Drags 25 / Chairs 30 / Gondola 1<br />

Cable Cars 3 / Magic Carpets 7<br />

Longest Run 8km<br />

Direction of Slopes N, E<br />

Terrain Parks & Half Pipe yes<br />

Mountain Restaurants 40<br />

Snowmaking 43% runs covered<br />

Resort Ski Bus yes<br />

Linked Resorts Pas de la Casa,<br />

Soldeu, El Tarter<br />

FAMILY<br />

Babycare n/a<br />

Crèche 3-4yrs<br />

Ski Kindergarten 5-6yrs<br />

See page 373 or<br />

neilson.co.uk/childcare for more info.<br />

TRAVEL<br />

Departure Airports<br />

Gatwick, Manchester, Belfast,<br />

Birmingham, Bristol<br />

Destination Airports Toulouse<br />

Season 20 Dec–4 Apr<br />

Departure Day Sunday<br />

Flight Guide See page 384<br />

Transfer Time 3hrs<br />

Private taxi transfers available -<br />

please call us for details<br />

Self Drive See page 368<br />

SPECIAL OFFER<br />

Pre-book 1 adult lift pass and receive free<br />

child lift passes for 6-11yrs -<br />

valid all season<br />

<strong>SKI</strong> LEADING • LIVELY NIGHTLIFE • SELF DRIVE<br />

Pas de la Casa is the highest resort in<br />

Andorra and has an excellent snow<br />

record. Its 193km of runs, known as<br />

Grandvalira, offer a variety of pistes<br />

from gentle nursery slopes close to<br />

the resort centre to fantastic freeride<br />

& intermediate runs at nearby<br />

picturesque Grau Roig, Soldeu & El<br />

Tarter. Situated close to the French<br />

border, you’ll find a distinct Gallic<br />

influence in this good-sized, purposbuilt<br />

resort, with cafés serving ‘crepes’<br />

and menus offering traditional French<br />

dishes. Dining need not be Frenchstyle<br />

though with numerous<br />

restaurants catering to all tastes.<br />

Like dining, shopping opportunities<br />

are plentiful with two indoor<br />

shopping centres and lots of shops<br />

tempting you with great value offers.<br />

However, it’s Pas de la Casa’s nightlife<br />

that remains one of the resort’s top<br />

attractions. Scores of bars and clubs<br />

offer lively and reasonably priced<br />

nightlife, ensuring this resort lives up<br />

to its reputation as the young & lively<br />

town in Andorra.<br />

ACTIVITIES<br />

• Snowmobiling<br />

• Dogsledding<br />

• Helicopter Tours<br />

• Ice Bar<br />

• Ice Hotel<br />

• Igloo Building<br />

• Sports Centre<br />

TRY A NOVEL DESCENT<br />

Take one mountain, an experienced<br />

instructor, a parachute and someone<br />

looking for a buzz and you have the<br />

ingredients for a tandem parapenting<br />

jump.<br />

LIFT PASS & TUITION<br />

PRICE PROMISE<br />

See page 371<br />

GRANDVALIRA FREESTYLE<br />

CAMP<br />

Andorra has become a<br />

famous location over the<br />

years for pro-riders to base<br />

themselves over the season.<br />

This cauldron of talent has<br />

given way to a following of<br />

freestyle in Grandvalira, which<br />

has in turn built some<br />

excellent snow parks in which<br />

to play in.


MANZANO APARTMENTS<br />

PAS DE LA CASA – ANDORRA<br />

<strong>The</strong>se comfortable apartments are centrally located 450m from the<br />

centre of resort with local bars, restaurants and shops all nearby. Only<br />

80m from the slopes and 500m from the nearest lift, it is in an ideal<br />

location for keen skiers and boarders.<br />

FACILITIES†: Bar with satellite TV &<br />

DVD player •Pool tables •Internet<br />

access •Ski hire shop<br />

ACCOMMODATION: Kitchenette<br />

with two cooking rings, microwave,<br />

kettle & toaster, TV, mini-safe,<br />

hairdryer, shower and wc. Bed linen<br />

and towels included.<br />

STUDIOS (2-3 PEOPLE): Set of bunk<br />

beds and a single sofa bed.<br />

STUDIOS (2-4 PEOPLE): Two sets of<br />

bunk beds. One bedroom apartments<br />

available at a supplement.<br />

STUDIOS (2-5 PEOPLE): Three sets<br />

of bunk beds. One bedroom<br />

apartments available at a<br />

supplement.<br />

STUDIOS (2-6 PEOPLE): Set of bunk<br />

beds and two double sofa beds. One<br />

bedroom available at a supplement.<br />

APARTHOTEL OLIMPIADES<br />

2 BEDROOM APARTMENTS (4-6<br />

PEOPLE): One triple or double<br />

bedroom plus second bedroom with<br />

either two sets of bunks, or twin<br />

beds and a single sofa bed.<br />

DEPOSIT: €150 deposit payable on<br />

arrival (cash only).<br />

BOARD BASIS: Self Catering. Bed &<br />

Breakfast and Half Board available at<br />

a supplement. For guests on Half<br />

Board the evening meal will be<br />

taken in the Aparthotel Olimipades,<br />

approx 100m away.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★<br />

Please Note: This property is a<br />

popular choice for young groups<br />

and the atmosphere can be lively.<br />

PROPERTY CODE: X40A08/AS8<br />

In an enviable position, centrally located on the slopes, the Olimpiades<br />

is 100m from the nearest lift and 150m from the centre of Pas. <strong>The</strong> inhouse<br />

restaurant offers all day service and great views of the slopes.<br />

FACILITIES†: Bar •Sun terrace<br />

•Restaurant •Satellite TV •Internet<br />

•Pool table and games machines<br />

ACCOMMODATION: Kitchenette<br />

with two cooking rings, microwave,<br />

kettle & toaster, TV, mini-safe,<br />

hairdryer, shower & wc. Bed linen<br />

and towels included.<br />

STUDIOS (2-4 PEOPLE): One set of<br />

bunk beds and two single sofa beds.<br />

1 BEDROOM APARTMENTS (2-6<br />

PEOPLE): One double bedroom plus<br />

a set of bunks and two single sofa<br />

beds in the lounge area. 2 bedroom<br />

apartments, with one double or twin<br />

room and four single beds in a<br />

second bedroom and 3 bedroom<br />

apartments with one double and<br />

one four bedded room, at a<br />

supplement.<br />

HOTEL CAL RUIZ<br />

4 BEDROOM APARTMENTS (4-8<br />

PEOPLE): One double and four twin<br />

rooms.<br />

Studios for 3 & 6 people and<br />

apartments for 5 people are<br />

available on request. Prices on<br />

reservations system.<br />

DEPOSIT: €150 deposit payable on<br />

arrival (cash only).<br />

BOARD BASIS: Self Catering. Bed &<br />

Breakfast and Half Board options<br />

available at a supplement.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★<br />

Please note: This property is a<br />

popular choice for young groups of<br />

people and atmosphere can be lively<br />

PROPERTY CODE: X40A05/AS5<br />

This relaxed and friendly property offers simple yet comfortable<br />

accommodation and is a short distance from the slopes. After a fun day<br />

skiing and boarding, enjoy dinner in the hotel’s attractive dining room<br />

decorated in carved wood and local stone followed by a relaxing sauna<br />

and hot tub. Situated on the main road, towards the edge of the resort,<br />

450m from the slopes and ski school meeting point and just 20m from<br />

Pas de la Casa's sports centre.<br />

FACILITIES†: Restaurant •Bar<br />

•Sauna •Hot tub<br />

ROOMS (2-4 PEOPLE): Double or<br />

twin rooms, some which can sleep a<br />

third or fourth person, have TV,<br />

shower and wc.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board. Buffet<br />

breakfast and buffet-style evening<br />

meal. Christmas and New Year Gala<br />

meals included.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 53<br />

PROPERTY CODE: X40H15<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk/grandvalira call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

Neilson Rating ••<br />

GOOD FOR GROUPS<br />

VALUE<br />

No frills accommodation at a cheaper price<br />

– where it's the skiing that really counts!<br />

Neilson Rating ••+<br />

<strong>SKI</strong> IN <strong>SKI</strong> OUT<br />

CENTRAL LOCATION<br />

GOOD FOR GROUPS<br />

VALUE<br />

No frills accommodation at a cheaper price<br />

– where it's the skiing that really counts!<br />

Neilson Rating •••<br />

CENTRAL LOCATION<br />

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160<br />

ANDORRA – PAS DE LA CASA<br />

HOTEL HIMALAIA<br />

<strong>The</strong> Himalaia is a well presented hotel with tasteful, Tibetan themed<br />

interiors. It offers good standards, great facilities and a relaxed<br />

atmosphere. <strong>The</strong> resort centre and ski lifts are 350m away, and<br />

intermediates can benefit from access to the pistes 80m away.<br />

FACILITIES†: Restaurant •Bar<br />

•Lounge •Small TV/games room<br />

•Free use of indoor pool, sauna &<br />

hot tub •Free use of fitness room<br />

•Massage •Disco<br />

ROOMS (2-4 PEOPLE): Three and<br />

four bedded rooms with satellite TV,<br />

minibar, mini-safe, hairdryer, shower<br />

and wc. Sole use of twin room<br />

available on request at a<br />

supplement.<br />

RESIDENCE SNOWLAKES<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board. Buffet<br />

breakfast and buffet style evening<br />

meal. Christmas & New Year meals<br />

included.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 98<br />

PROPERTY CODE: X40H09<br />

Groups, couples and families with older children will appreciate this<br />

comfortable property which is situated only 200m from the centre of<br />

Pas. <strong>The</strong> rooms are spacious and brightly decorated. A quality bed &<br />

breakfast giving you the flexibility in the evening to sample Pas de la<br />

Casa’s good selection of restaurant and lively bars. <strong>The</strong> nearest lift is<br />

150m away.<br />

FACILITIES†: Bar with sky sports<br />

•Pool table •Darts •Internet access<br />

STUDIOS (2-4 PEOPLE): One<br />

double bed and a double sofa<br />

bed,satellite TV, hairdryer, shower<br />

and wc.<br />

DEPOSIT: €100 payable on arrival.<br />

APARTHOTEL ALASKA<br />

Modern, comfortable accommodation in a fantastic central location,<br />

just 200m from the main slopes and within 100m of many shops, bars<br />

and restaurants.<br />

FACILITIES†: Bar •Italian restaurant<br />

•Sauna, hot tub & steam room<br />

•Small fitness room<br />

ACCOMMODATION: All studios<br />

and apartments are equipped with<br />

satellite TV, internet connection,<br />

mini-safe, kitchenette with<br />

microwave, two electric hotplates<br />

and fridge, plus a bathroom with<br />

shower and wc. Bed linen and<br />

towels included.<br />

STUDIOS (2-3 PEOPLE): Double<br />

bed or double bed and single pullout<br />

sofa bed.<br />

1 BEDROOM APARTMENTS (2-4<br />

PEOPLE): Separate double bedroom<br />

and a lounge area with double sofa<br />

bed and single pull-out sofa bed.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Bed & Breakfast.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★<br />

PROPERTY CODE: X40A06<br />

DEPOSIT: Approx €150 (or<br />

equivalent in £s) payable on arrival.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Self Catering.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★★<br />

PROPERTY CODE: X40L03<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk/grandvalira call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

Neilson Rating ••••<br />

INDOOR POOL<br />

WELLNESS AREA<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Weekly ski guiding<br />

organised by the hotel<br />

Free use of indoor pool,<br />

sauna and hot tub<br />

Special discount 2-5yrs:<br />

£250HS; £150LS<br />

Neilson Rating •••+<br />

CENTRAL LOCATION<br />

Neilson Rating •••+<br />

CENTRAL LOCATION<br />

WELLNESS AREA


SPECIAL OFFER – PRE-BOOK 1 ADULT LIFT PASS & RECEIVE FREE CHILD LIFT PASSES – VALID ALL SEASON<br />

Basic Holiday Prices in £s per adult from<br />

the amounts shown.<br />

Manzano Apartments<br />

20 Dec- 27 Dec- 03 Jan- 24 Jan- 07 Feb- 14 Feb- 21 Feb- 07 Mar- 21 Mar- 28 Mar- 04 Apr-<br />

Nts 26 Dec 02 Jan 23 Jan 06 Feb 13 Feb 20 Feb 06 Mar 20 Mar 27 Mar 03 Apr 11 Apr<br />

Supplements in £s per person per night from:<br />

(Unless otherwise stated)<br />

X40A08/AS8 Self Catering Studio 2/3 7 365 495 299 315 365 545 309 309 299 379 429<br />

Studio 2/3: Breakfast £7, Half Board £17, 2 share £5<br />

10%<br />

Studio 2/5: Breakfast £7, Half Board £17, 1 Bed Apt £2,<br />

Studio 2/5 7 355 485 289 305 355 535 299 299 289 369 419 4 share £2, 3 share £6, 2 share £14<br />

Apt 4/6: Breakfast £7, Half Board £17, 5 share £2, 4 share £5<br />

Apt 4/6 7 345 475 279 295 345 525 289 289 279 359 409<br />

Studio 2/4: Breakfast £7, Half Board £17, 1 Bed Apt £2,<br />

Studio 2/4 7 355 485 289 305 355 535 299 299 289 369 419 3share£3,2share£9<br />

Studio 2/6: Breakfast £7, Half Board £17, 1 Bed Apt £2,<br />

Studio 2/6 7 345 475 279 295 345 525 289 289 279 359 409 5 share £2, 4 share £5, 3 share £9, 2 share £19<br />

Aparthotel Olympiades<br />

X40A05/AS5 Self Catering Studio 2/4 7 379 515 309 325 375 575 325 325 315 395 445<br />

Studio 2/4: Breakfast £7, Half Board £17, 3 share £4,<br />

2 share £12<br />

10%<br />

Apt 2/6: Bed & Breakfast £7, Half Board £17, 2 Bed Apt £2, 3<br />

Apt 2/6 7 369 505 299 315 365 565 315 315 305 385 435 Bed Apt £2, 5 share £2, 4 share £6, 3 share £12, 2 share £24<br />

Apt 4/8: Breakfast £7, Half Board £17, 7 share £2,<br />

Apt 4/8 7 359 525 289 305 355 585 305 305 295 375 425 6 share £4, 5 share £7, 4 share £12<br />

Hotel Cal Ruiz<br />

X40H15 Half Board Room 2/4 7 565 829 459 475 525 749 475 475 465 545 595<br />

Room 2/4: Sole use of twin £34, 3rd & 4th Adult redn. £5<br />

25%<br />

Hotel Himalaia Pas<br />

Room 2/4: Sole use of twin £30, 3rd & 4th Adult redn. £7<br />

X40H09 Half Board Room 2/4 7 649 1165 525 535 675 919 545 529 519 599 599<br />

35%<br />

Residence Snowlakes<br />

Studio 2/4: 3 share £5, 2 share £16<br />

X40A06 Bed & Breakfast Studio 2/4 7 409 585 339 355 405 639 355 355 345 425 425<br />

10%<br />

Aparthotel Alaska<br />

Studio 2/3: 2 share £12<br />

X40L03 Self Catering Studio 2/3 7 455 789 375 389 529 759 405 389 379 459 519<br />

10%<br />

Apt 2/4 7 445 779 365 379 519 749 395 379 369 449 509<br />

Apt 2/4: 3 share £8, 2 share £23<br />

Hotel Magic Pas<br />

Room 2/4: Sole use of twin £30, 3rd & 4th Adult redn. £7<br />

X40H10 Half Board Room 2/4 7 599 1085 505 519 659 855 505 489 479 559 559<br />

35%<br />

Prices are a guide only & will be confirmed on enquiry. Adult prices in £ sterling start from the amounts shown & apply to selected flight departures between each date range based on current charges & costs. Prices may go up or down & supplements (e.g. flight &/or fuel), or reductions may apply. Supplements ‘from’ are based on low season dates. For full details on how to price your holiday, charges,<br />

supplements & surcharges see ‘Your Holiday Price’ page 368. For important Holiday Information & Booking Conditions see pages 368 - 385. †Some facilities may incur a local charge. LOW 03-30Jan,14Mar-03Apr.MID 20-26Dec,31Jan-13Feb,21Feb-13Mar,04-18Apr.HIGH 27 Dec - 02 Jan, 14 - 20 Feb. NS161a<br />

LIFT PASS (6 DAYS)<br />

Adult (12+yrs) ............................................................ £169<br />

Child (6-11yrs) ............................................................ FREE<br />

SPECIAL OFFER: Free child lift pass for 6-11yrs - valid<br />

all season.<br />

Lift pass covers Grandvalira ski area, including Pas de la<br />

Casa, Grau Roig, Soldeu, El Tarter and Canillo. Lift pass will<br />

be valid for one day skiing in the Vallnord sector of Andorra -<br />

Transport not included. Senior Lift Passes 70yrs+ are free.<br />

THE <strong>SKI</strong>ER’S PACK<br />

Adult - Complete Beginner†† ...................................... £199<br />

Adult - Intermediate .................................................... £225<br />

Child - Complete Beginner†† ...................................... £100<br />

Child - Intermediate .................................................... £125<br />

Ski Pack Ages: Adult = 12yrs+, Child = 6-11yrs.<br />

Includes: Complete Beginner = 5 days x 3hrs tuition, 6 days<br />

local lift pass & 6 days standard ski & boot hire. Intermediate<br />

= 5 days x 3hrs tuition, 6 days area lift pass & 6 days<br />

standard ski & boot hire.<br />

HOTEL MAGIC PAS<br />

THE <strong>SNOWBOARD</strong>ER’S PACK<br />

Adult - Complete Beginner†† ...................................... £225<br />

Adult - Intermediate .................................................... £245<br />

Child - Complete Beginner†† ...................................... £135<br />

Child - Intermediate .................................................... £149<br />

Snowboard Pack Ages: Adult = 12yrs+, Child = 10-11yrs.<br />

Includes: Complete Beginner = 5 days x 3hrs tuition, 6 days<br />

local lift pass & 6 days standard snowboard & boot hire.<br />

Intermediate = 5 days x 3hrs tuition, 6 days area lift pass &<br />

6 days standard snowboard & boot hire.<br />

PAS DE LA CASA – ANDORRA<br />

Excellent facilities, well appointed rooms and a central resort location<br />

300m from the ski lifts, makes this property a fantastic choice for<br />

couples and groups looking to enjoy the social life of Pas, in<br />

comfortable surroundings.<br />

FACILITIES†: Bar/café with pool<br />

table •Restaurant •Free use of sauna,<br />

steam room & hot tub •Free use of<br />

fitness room •Massage<br />

ROOMS (2-4 PEOPLE): Twin, triple<br />

and four bedded rooms with<br />

satellite TV, minibar, bath, shower<br />

and wc. Sole use of twin available<br />

on request at a supplement.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board. Buffet<br />

breakfast and buffet style evening<br />

meal. Christmas & New Year meals<br />

included.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 98<br />

PROPERTY CODE: X40H10<br />

<strong>SKI</strong>/BOARD EQUIPMENT (6 DAYS) ADULT CHILD*<br />

Skis & boots standard ................................. £55 £49<br />

Skis & boots superior .................................. £89 -<br />

Skis only standard ...................................... £39 £29<br />

Skis only superior ....................................... £65 -<br />

Snowboard & boots standard .................... £75 £59<br />

Snowboard only standard .......................... £55 £49<br />

Helmet ** ................................................... - FREE<br />

*Child skis & boots = 3-11yrs. *Child board & boots = 8-11yrs.<br />

**Child equipment hire includes helmet hire.<br />

Neilson Rating ••••<br />

CENTRAL LOCATION<br />

WELLNESS AREA<br />

GOOD FOR GROUPS<br />

FOUR OR MORE<br />

Child %<br />

discount<br />

<strong>SKI</strong>/BOARD TUITION<br />

Adult ski school (5x3hrs) ............................................ £89<br />

Child ski school (5x3hrs) ............................................. £79<br />

Snowboard school (5x3hrs) ........................................ £89<br />

Ski/Snowboard school * - Intermediate (3x3hrs) ........ £79<br />

Child ski school = 6-11yrs. Snowboard school = 10yrs+.<br />

* Intermediate ski school = 6yrs+, Intermediate snowboard<br />

school = 10yrs+.<br />

PAS DE LA CASA <strong>SKI</strong> PACK<br />

IMPORTANT: †† Complete beginner = Ability Level 0, Intermediate = Ability Level 1-4. Ability levels must be stated at the time of booking - see page 13 for details. Special Offers may be withdrawn at any time. Prices are in £s and are approximate - please see reservation system, our website or call us for more details.<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk/grandvalira call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free use of sauna, hot<br />

tub & steam room<br />

Special discount 2-5yrs:<br />

£250HS; £150LS<br />

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WELCOME TO ITALY<br />

Since the Winter Olympics in<br />

2006 Italy has been enjoying a<br />

burst of popularity, and rightly so<br />

with the host resorts receiving a<br />

huge makeover with new lifts,<br />

hotel refurbishments and<br />

extended artificial snow<br />

coverage. This has made these<br />

already fantastic resorts into<br />

some of the best equipped in the<br />

Alps, ensuring minimal queuing<br />

to get onto some of the biggest<br />

ski areas Europe has to offer, all<br />

with the unique Italian skiing<br />

experience of sophisticated<br />

après-ski, great cuisine and<br />

genuine hospitality.<br />

• Look out for hotels and bars<br />

offering “aperitivos” as these predinner<br />

drinks and snacks are<br />

unique to Italy and great value<br />

for money.<br />

• Italians love skiing and they love<br />

sunshine. <strong>The</strong> mountain<br />

restaurants can look more like<br />

beach front cafés when the sun<br />

shines as the locals lose their<br />

jackets and relax on the<br />

deckchairs.<br />

• It is a legal requirement for all<br />

children under the age of 14<br />

years old to wear a protective<br />

helmet while skiing or<br />

snowboarding. We would<br />

recommend any child wears a<br />

helmet while skiing.<br />

• Smoking is banned in all indoor<br />

public places in Italy. This means<br />

smokers will be asked to step<br />

outside to indulge - or face a<br />

hefty fine!<br />

Arabba 176-179<br />

Bardonecchia 207-209<br />

Canazei/Campitello 180-182<br />

Corvara 188-190<br />

Dolomites 175<br />

Plan de Corones/Kronplatz 191-193<br />

La Thuile 196-198<br />

Livigno 163-169<br />

Passo Tonale 170-174<br />

Sauze d’Oulx 199-202<br />

Selva/St Cristina/Ortisei 183-187<br />

Sestriere/Pragelato 203-206<br />

Versciaco 194-195<br />

Some of the biggest ski areas Europe has to<br />

offer, all with the unique Italian skiing<br />

experience of sophisticated après ski, great<br />

cuisine and genuine hospitality.<br />

Bardonecchia<br />

Sauze d’Oulx Pragelato<br />

Sestriere<br />

SW SWIT ITZE ZE ZERL RL R AN AND<br />

La Thuile<br />

TURIN<br />

Livigno<br />

IT ITAL AL ALY<br />

BRESCIA<br />

AU A ST S RI R A INNSBRUCK<br />

Versciaco<br />

Selva/St Cristina/<br />

Passo Tonale Ortisei<br />

Corvara<br />

Plan de Corones<br />

Arabba<br />

Canazei/<br />

Campitello


<strong>SKI</strong> LEADING • DUTY FREE SHOPPING • LIVELY NIGHTLIFE • SELF DRIVE •<br />

GOOD FOR BEGINNERS • GOOD FOR FAMILIES<br />

ACTIVITIES<br />

• Snowmobiling<br />

• Tobogganing<br />

• Dogsledding<br />

• Horseriding<br />

• Sleigh Rides<br />

• Ice Climbing<br />

• Ice Driving<br />

• Cheese & Wine Tasting<br />

• New Pool & Spa Centre<br />

Planned For W0910<br />

SNOWMOBILING<br />

See the surrounding sights of<br />

Livigno from a different<br />

perspective, behind the<br />

handlebar of a snowmobile.<br />

This adrenaline-inducing<br />

excursion is great fun and a<br />

memorable experience.<br />

DOGSLEDDING<br />

<strong>The</strong> more sedate way to see<br />

Livigno. Take a ride behind a<br />

team of huskies through the<br />

beautiful mountain countryside<br />

surrounding the resort. You can<br />

even have a go at driving your<br />

own team.<br />

DUTY FREE SHOPPING<br />

BARGAINS<br />

Livigno has lots of designer<br />

shops, unique boutiques and<br />

supermarkets so anyone<br />

wanting to take advantage of<br />

the superb duty free prices will<br />

be keen to swap some skiing<br />

time for shopping.<br />

Situated in a remote corner of Italy<br />

right on the Swiss border, Livigno is a<br />

high altitude, traditional alpine village<br />

offering a friendly and cosmopolitan<br />

atmosphere and duty free shopping.<br />

With slopes reaching up to 2800m,<br />

Livigno offers a great snow record, a<br />

long season and excellent slopes for<br />

beginners, intermediates and families.<br />

Intermediates will love the wealth of<br />

blue and red runs scattered across<br />

both sides of the valley, while<br />

beginners are well catered for with<br />

excellent English speaking ski schools<br />

and wide gentle nursery slopes all<br />

LIFT PASS & TUITION<br />

PRICE PROMISE<br />

See page 371<br />

close to the village centre.<br />

<strong>The</strong> resort also boasts two large terrain<br />

parks, one of which has been voted<br />

one of the best in Europe and hosts<br />

international competitions.<br />

<strong>The</strong> village’s 3km pedestrianised<br />

centre offers an impressive range of<br />

bars, restaurants and duty free shops.<br />

For other non-skiing activities we can<br />

recommend a day trip across the<br />

border to the chic and stylish Swiss<br />

resort of St.Moritz.<br />

LIVIGNO – ITALY<br />

“With slopes up to<br />

2800m, Livigno<br />

offers a great snow<br />

record, a long season<br />

and excellent slopes<br />

for beginners,<br />

intermediates and<br />

families”<br />

Fair Excellent<br />

BEGINNERS<br />

INTERMEDIATES<br />

ADVANCED<br />

OFF-PISTE<br />

NON <strong>SKI</strong>ERS<br />

FAMILIES<br />

NIGHTLIFE<br />

MOUNTAIN<br />

Skiing Altitude 1815m-2800m<br />

Resort Altitude 1815m<br />

Pistes 110km<br />

Number of Runs 58<br />

25% 58% 17%<br />

Number of lifts 32<br />

Drags 16 / Chairs 14 / Gondolas 3<br />

Longest Run 4km<br />

Direction of Slopes S/N<br />

Terrain Parks 2<br />

Half Pipe yes<br />

Cross Country Trails 40km<br />

Night Skiing yes<br />

Mountain Restaurants 10<br />

Snowmaking 64%<br />

Resort Ski Bus yes<br />

FAMILY<br />

Babycare 18-36m<br />

Crèche 3yrs+<br />

Ski Kindergarten 4-6yrs<br />

See page 373 or<br />

neilson.co.uk/childcare for more info.<br />

TRAVEL<br />

Departure Airports<br />

Gatwick, Manchester & Belfast<br />

Destination Airports Brescia*<br />

Season 19 Dec–10 Apr*<br />

Departure Day Saturday<br />

Flight Guide See page 384<br />

Transfer Time 5hrs*<br />

Self Drive See page 368<br />

*Please note: 10 Apr departure is<br />

Gatwick-Innsbruck only & a 3 hour<br />

transfer<br />

SPECIAL OFFERS<br />

Pre-book 2 adult and 1 youth lift pass<br />

and receive 1 youth lift pass free (not<br />

available for 26 Dec & 2 Jan arrivals)<br />

Free child standard skis, boots & helmet<br />

hire for 3-8 yr olds<br />

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164<br />

ITALY – LIVIGNO<br />

HOTEL GARNI FRANCESCATO<br />

This family-run property offers a central location only 50m from the<br />

centre of San Rocco and a warm and friendly atmosphere. <strong>The</strong> hotel is<br />

ideally situated 100m from the nearest lift, nursery slopes and ski bus<br />

stop. <strong>The</strong> cosy in-house bar is a popular meeting point after a day on<br />

the slopes.<br />

FACILITIES: Bar •Dining room •Wifi<br />

ROOMS (2-3 PEOPLE): Twin or<br />

double rooms have cable TV, safe,<br />

telephone, hairdryer, shower and<br />

wc. Some rooms can take a third<br />

bed (suitable for child only).<br />

HOTEL PRIMULA<br />

BOARD BASIS: Bed & Breakfast.<br />

Continental buffet breakfast.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 13<br />

PROPERTY CODE: R71H04<br />

This traditional and charming property is ideally situated only a short<br />

walk from the nearest shops, bars and restaurants and is particularly<br />

well suited for couples and families. <strong>The</strong> hotel offers a cosy and<br />

comfortable atmosphere and great facilities including a wellness area.<br />

<strong>The</strong> nearest lift is 200m away and the local ski bus stops outside the<br />

hotel.<br />

FACILITIES†: Bar •Pasta restaurant<br />

•Hotel restaurant •Lounge •Free wifi<br />

•Wellness area with sauna, steam<br />

room & hot tub<br />

ROOMS (2-4 PEOPLE): Austrian<br />

twin rooms, some which can take an<br />

extra one or two beds, have satellite<br />

TV, safe, telephone, hairdryer, bath<br />

or shower & wc. Most have balcony.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board. Buffet<br />

breakfast and three course evening<br />

meal with an antipasti buffet and a<br />

choice of main. Christmas & New<br />

Year gala dinners included.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 25<br />

PROPERTY CODE: R71H08<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk/livigno call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

Neilson Rating •••<br />

<strong>SKI</strong> TO YOUR DOOR<br />

CENTRAL LOCATION<br />

GOOD FOR FAMILIES<br />

FREE CHILD PLACES<br />

Neilson Rating •••+<br />

WELLNESS AREA<br />

FOUR OR MORE


LAC SALIN MOUNTAIN SPA & RESORT<br />

A luxurious spa hotel offering modern, contemporary interiors and a<br />

calm, relaxing atmosphere. Stylish design, high quality finishes and ecofriendly<br />

materials are used throughout the property including the<br />

hotel’s beautiful wellness area. Situated in San Rocco, 50m from the<br />

nearest ski lift (Doss 18) and ski school meeting place, and 100m from<br />

the ski bus stop, this hotel is superbly located for skiers and non-skiers<br />

alike.<br />

FACILITIES†: Bar •Lounge •Café<br />

•Restaurant •Fitness equipment<br />

•Wifi •Room service •Laundry<br />

facilities<br />

SPA FEATURES†: •Free use of<br />

indoor pool, Finnish sauna, two<br />

steam rooms & spa bath •Free use<br />

of fitness room •Relaxation areas<br />

•Massage & beauty treatments.<br />

Important information about spa<br />

facilities - see page 375.<br />

FOR FAMILIES: Free hotel-run<br />

children’s club 4-12yrs (Sun-Fri,<br />

9.30am-9pm)<br />

ROOMS (2-4 PEOPLE): Comfortable<br />

HOTEL GALLI<br />

This popular, traditional style hotel is furnished to a high standard and<br />

offers a warm and friendly atmosphere. <strong>The</strong> Hotel Galli is ideally<br />

situated in the centre of San Rocco with a selection of local bars, shops<br />

and restaurants nearby. <strong>The</strong> nearest lift and ski school meeting point is<br />

only 50m away from the property. <strong>The</strong> centre of Livigno is 1km away<br />

and the local ski bus stops 20m from the hotel.<br />

FACILITIES†: Il Cenacolo Restaurant<br />

•Lobby area with bar •Free use of<br />

wellness area with sauna, steam<br />

room, hot tub and fitness room<br />

•Wifi<br />

ROOMS (2-3 PEOPLE): Twin or<br />

double rooms which can take an<br />

extra bed with satellite TV, radio,<br />

telephone, bath or shower and wc.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board. Buffet<br />

breakfast and three course evening<br />

meal with a choice of main course.<br />

Christmas and New Year meals<br />

included.<br />

and bright superior rooms (31m 2 )<br />

with a double bed and a double sofa<br />

bed in a sitting area, flatscreen<br />

satellite TV, telephone, wifi, minibar,<br />

hairdryer. ensuite bath, shower and<br />

wc, and balcony. Similar to above,<br />

larger deluxe rooms (37m 2 )<br />

overlooking the Mottolino slopes at<br />

a supplement.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board. Hot and<br />

cold buffet breakfast and four-course<br />

evening meal including starter, salad<br />

and dessert buffet. Christmas and<br />

New Year meals included.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★★ Superior<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 65<br />

PROPERTY CODE: R71H20<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 20<br />

PROPERTY CODE: R71H05<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk/livigno call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

LIVIGNO – ITALY<br />

Neilson Rating ••••+<br />

CENTRAL LOCATION<br />

INDOOR POOL<br />

WELLNESS AREA<br />

GOOD FOR FAMILIES<br />

CHILDREN’S CLUB<br />

FAMILY ROOMS<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free use of 25m indoor<br />

pool, Finnish sauna, two<br />

steam rooms, spa bath<br />

aromatherapy showers<br />

& relaxation areas<br />

Massage & beauty<br />

treatments<br />

A handpicked selection of hotels<br />

offering first class spa facilities<br />

Neilson Rating •••+<br />

CENTRAL LOCATION<br />

WELLNESS AREA<br />

GOOD FOR GROUPS<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free use of sauna, steam<br />

room & fitness room<br />

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166<br />

ITALY – LIVIGNO<br />

GALLI APARTMENTS<br />

<strong>The</strong> Galli Apartments are modern and well maintained apartments<br />

centrally located next to Hotel Galli and Marco's Bar, a lively popular<br />

venue for great food throughout the day and drinks in the evening<br />

(open until late). Convenient for skiers and boarders, just 50m from Lift<br />

18 and the ski school meeting point. A number of supermarkets can be<br />

found nearby. An excellent base for groups and young people. Due to<br />

their location above Marco's bar, these apartments may be subject to<br />

some noise at night.<br />

ACCOMMODATION: All apartments<br />

have TV, telephone, kitchenette with<br />

4 ring hob, microwave and kettle.<br />

Most apartments have a dishwasher<br />

and balcony. Bed linens and towels<br />

included.<br />

1 BEDROOM APARTMENTS (2-4<br />

PEOPLE): Twin or double bedroom<br />

plus two sofa beds in the living area.<br />

2 BEDROOM APARTMENTS (4-6<br />

PEOPLE): One double and one twin<br />

bedroom plus two sofa beds in the<br />

living area.<br />

DEPOSIT: €150 per apartment<br />

payable on arrival.<br />

L'ABLES APARTMENTS<br />

LA ROINA APARTMENTS<br />

BOARD BASIS: Self Catering.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★<br />

PROPERTY CODE: R71A09<br />

<strong>The</strong>se popular apartments are in a great location at the top end of San<br />

Rocco area of Livigno. <strong>The</strong>y are spacious and comfortably furnished to a<br />

high standard. Lying in a convenient location, just 50m from the slopes<br />

(snow permitting it is possible to ski back to your door), 50m from the<br />

nearest lift and opposite the supermarket. This property is a great<br />

choice for families.<br />

ACCOMMODATION: All apartments<br />

have a living area, satellite TV,<br />

stereo/CD player, wifi, kitchenette<br />

with 4 ring hob, combi<br />

microwave/oven, dishwasher and<br />

fridge, shower and wc. Bed linen<br />

and towels included.<br />

APARTMENTS (2-5 PEOPLE): One<br />

double and one single bed in a<br />

bedroom and a double sofa bed in<br />

the living area.<br />

APARTMENTS (3-6 PEOPLE): One<br />

double and one twin bedroom and<br />

a double sofa bed in the living area.<br />

<strong>The</strong>se apartments also have an oven.<br />

DEPOSIT: €150 payable on arrival.<br />

<strong>The</strong>se modern, well-equipped and cosy apartments offer a superb<br />

standard of accommodation and are an ideal base for families. Situated<br />

at the top end of San Rocco the nearest ski run is only 50m away and<br />

the Carosello gondola, 600m away. <strong>The</strong> ski bus stops 400m away.<br />

ACCOMMODATION: All apartments<br />

have a living/dining area, satellite<br />

TV, kitchenette with 4 ring hob,<br />

microwave and dishwasher, bath or<br />

shower and wc. Bed linen and<br />

towels included.<br />

1 BEDROOM APARTMENTS (2-3<br />

PEOPLE): Have one twin or double<br />

bedroom and a sofa bed in the<br />

living area.<br />

2 BEDROOM APARTMENTS (2-4<br />

PEOPLE): Two twin bedrooms.<br />

DEPOSIT: €150 per apartment,<br />

payable on arrival.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Self Catering.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★★<br />

PROPERTY CODE: R71A07<br />

BOARD BASIS: Self Catering.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★★<br />

PROPERTY CODE: R71A05<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk/livigno call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

Neilson Rating •••<br />

CENTRAL LOCATION<br />

GOOD FOR GROUPS<br />

VALUE<br />

No frills accommodation at a cheaper price<br />

– where it's the skiing that really counts!<br />

Neilson Rating ••••<br />

<strong>SKI</strong> TO YOUR DOOR<br />

GOOD FOR FAMILIES<br />

FREE CHILD PLACES<br />

Neilson Rating ••••<br />

<strong>SKI</strong> TO YOUR DOOR<br />

GOOD FOR FAMILIES<br />

FREE CHILD PLACES


HOTEL SAN GIOVANNI<br />

<strong>The</strong> San Giovanni is a small and cosy property with a relaxed and<br />

welcoming atmosphere. Situated at the top end of San Rocco, at the<br />

base of the slopes next to a ski school meeting point and ski lifts.<br />

Livigno centre is 700m away served by the ski bus which stops outside.<br />

An ideal choice for couples looking for a convenient location for skiing<br />

or boarding.<br />

FACILITIES†: Comfortable<br />

lounge/bar area with satellite TV and<br />

music system •Restaurant • Pizzeria<br />

with sun terrace overlooking the<br />

slopes.<br />

ROOMS (2-4 PEOPLE): Recently<br />

refurbished twin rooms, some with<br />

one or two extra beds/sofa beds,<br />

satellite TV, safe, hairdryer, shower,<br />

wc and balcony.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board. Buffet<br />

breakfast and three course evening<br />

meal. Christmas and New Year<br />

meals included.<br />

HOTEL CECILLIA<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 17<br />

PROPERTY CODE: R71H03<br />

Situated on the edge of the old part of Livigno, the Hotel Cecillia is only<br />

a short walk away from the nearest lift and resort centre. This pleasant,<br />

family-run property was built in 2006 in a traditional Alpine style and<br />

offers a good standard of accommodation and great value for your<br />

money.<br />

FACILITIES†: Breakfast room/bar<br />

•Wifi<br />

ROOMS (2-4 PEOPLE): Austrian<br />

twin rooms, some with one or two<br />

extra beds, have cable TV, shower,<br />

hairdryer and wc.<br />

HOTEL TOURING<br />

BOARD BASIS: Bed & Breakfast.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 15<br />

PROPERTY CODE: R71H11<br />

<strong>The</strong> Hotel Touring is a modern property ideally located in the centre of<br />

Livigno. <strong>The</strong> hotel offers a warm and comfortable atmosphere along<br />

with good facilities including a wellness area. <strong>The</strong> nearest lift is 80m<br />

away and the ski school meeting point is 250m from the hotel.<br />

FACILITIES†: Restaurant •Pizzeria<br />

•Bar •Wellness area with two saunas<br />

and a steam room •Massage<br />

treatments<br />

ROOMS (2-3 PEOPLE): Austrian<br />

twin rooms which can take a extra<br />

bed/sofa bed with satellite TV,<br />

telephone, bath or shower and wc.<br />

Single rooms and sole use of twin<br />

rooms available on request at a<br />

supplement.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board. Buffet<br />

breakfast and three course evening<br />

meal with a choice of main.<br />

Christmas & New Year meals<br />

included.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 48<br />

PROPERTY CODE: R71H07<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk/livigno call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

LIVIGNO – ITALY<br />

Neilson Rating •••<br />

<strong>SKI</strong> TO YOUR DOOR<br />

FOUR OR MORE<br />

Neilson Rating •••<br />

FOUR OR MORE<br />

Neilson Rating ••••<br />

CENTRAL LOCATION<br />

WELLNESS AREA<br />

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168<br />

ITALY – LIVIGNO<br />

HOTEL ALLEGRA<br />

Ideally situated close to the centre of San Rocco and opposite the<br />

Carosello cable car, the Hotel Allegra is an ideal base for keen skiers.<strong>The</strong><br />

centre of Livigno is 1.5km away and the ski bus stop is 20m from the<br />

hotel. Built in a traditional alpine style it offers a warm and welcoming<br />

atmosphere. <strong>The</strong> in-house bar is a popular meeting place after a day on<br />

the slopes offering live music and true mountain style après ski.<br />

FACILITIES†: Bar with live music<br />

•Restaurant •Fireplace •Sun terrace<br />

ROOMS (2-3 PEOPLE): Austrian twin<br />

rooms, some which can take an<br />

extra bed, have telephone, satellite<br />

TV, safe, shower and wc.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board.<br />

Continental breakfast (full English<br />

breakfast option at a supplement<br />

locally) and four course evening<br />

meal. Christmas and New Year<br />

meals included.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★<br />

HOTEL PICCOLO MONDO<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 13<br />

PROPERTY CODE: R71H09<br />

This small, family-run property offers a friendly, welcoming atmosphere<br />

and alpine-style interiors. Situated in the centre of San Rocco area, 50m<br />

from Marco’s bar and conveniently located for the slopes and lifts,<br />

100m from Doss 18 and Lift 17. <strong>The</strong> ski bus stops 50m away and serves<br />

the whole of Livigno including the centre 2km down the road. <strong>The</strong><br />

Piccolo Mondo is an ideal cosy base for couples and friends looking for<br />

a great location.<br />

FACILITIES†: Small lounge<br />

•Breakfast area<br />

ROOMS (2-3 PEOPLE): Austrian<br />

twin rooms which can take an extra<br />

bed with TV, telephone, safe,<br />

hairdryer, bath or shower and wc.<br />

MARCO GALLI APARTMENTS<br />

BOARD BASIS: Bed and Breakfast.<br />

Continental style breakfast.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 12<br />

PROPERTY CODE: R71H17<br />

<strong>The</strong>se attractive apartments and studios are great for groups, ideally<br />

situated in the centre of San Rocco, with a good choice of bars, shops<br />

and restaurants nearby. Situated just a couple of minutes walk to<br />

Marco’s Bar and the ski hire shop. <strong>The</strong> Carosello gondola is at 450m<br />

and the ski school meeting point is 150m away.<br />

ACCOMMODATION: All have a<br />

kitchenette with four-ring hob,<br />

fridge, TV, bath or shower and wc.<br />

Bed linen and towels included.<br />

STUDIOS (2 PEOPLE): Compact<br />

studios with a double bed. One of<br />

the studios is at lower ground level.<br />

1 BEDROOM APARTMENTS (2-4<br />

PEOPLE): Have a twin bedroom and<br />

two sofa beds in the living area. One<br />

of these apartments has a double<br />

bedroom and two sofa bed in the<br />

low-ceiling living area.<br />

2 BEDROOM APARTMENTS (4-6<br />

PEOPLE): One double and one twin<br />

bedroom plus twin beds on a<br />

mezzanine level. This apartment is<br />

located next door to Marco's bar,<br />

100m away.<br />

DEPOSIT: €150 per<br />

studio/apartment, payable on<br />

arrival.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Self Catering.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★<br />

PROPERTY CODE: R71A04<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk/livigno call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

Neilson Rating •••<br />

Neilson Rating •••<br />

CENTRAL LOCATION<br />

Neilson Rating ••+<br />

CENTRAL LOCATION<br />

GOOD FOR GROUPS<br />

VALUE<br />

No frills accommodation at a cheaper price<br />

– where it's the skiing that really counts!


HOTEL ALPINA<br />

This traditional and charming alpine hotel was the first hotel to be built<br />

in Livigno and has been family-run for over 100 years. <strong>The</strong> hotel is<br />

comfortably furnished and has maintained its original style and rustic<br />

décor with wonderful wood panelled dining rooms. It is situated in the<br />

heart of Livigno old town with the nearest lift 150m away. San Rocco<br />

and the ski school meeting point are 700m away, served by the ski bus<br />

which stops a few minutes walk away.<br />

FACILITIES†: Café-bar with sun<br />

terrace •Three dining rooms •Wifi<br />

ROOMS (2-3 PEOPLE): Twin or<br />

Austrian twin rooms, some which<br />

can take an extra bed, with<br />

telephone, cable TV, shower and wc.<br />

Single rooms available on request at<br />

a supplement.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board. Buffet<br />

breakfast and three course evening<br />

meal with an antipasti buffet, choice<br />

of main course and choice of<br />

dessert. Christmas & New Year<br />

meals included.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 40<br />

PROPERTY CODE: R71H06<br />

LIVIGNO – ITALY<br />

SPECIAL OFFER – PRE-BOOK 2 ADULT & 1 YOUTH LIFT PASS & RECEIVE 1 FREE YOUTH LIFT PASS<br />

Neilson Rating •••<br />

CENTRAL LOCATION<br />

Basic Holiday Prices in £s per adult from<br />

19 Dec- 26 Dec- 02 Jan- 23 Jan- 06 Feb- 13 Feb- 20 Feb- 06 Mar- 20 Mar- 27 Mar- 03 Apr- Supplements in £s per person per night from: Child %<br />

the amounts shown.<br />

Nts 25 Dec 01 Jan 22 Jan 05 Feb 12 Feb 19 Feb 05 Mar 19 Mar 26 Mar 02 Apr 16 Apr (Unless otherwise stated)<br />

discount<br />

Hotel Garni Francescato<br />

R71H04 Bed & Breakfast Room 2/3 7 475 559 405 419 439 689 435 445 - - -<br />

Room 2/3: Sole use of twin £30<br />

25%<br />

Hotel Primula<br />

R71H08 Half Board Room 2/4 7 579 1009 539 549 649 999 649 535 529 565 679<br />

Room 2/4: Sole use of twin £53, 3rd & 4th Adult redn. £4<br />

25%<br />

Lac Salin Mountain Spa & Resort<br />

R71H20 Half Board Superior room 2/4 7 915 2035 725 805 955 1469 1065 839 825 - -<br />

Superior room 2/4: Sole use of twin £83, Deluxe room £16,<br />

3rd & 4th adult redn. £7<br />

25%<br />

Hotel Galli<br />

R71H05 Half Board Room 2/3 7 665 749 595 609 629 875 625 595 589 629 725<br />

Room 2/3: Sole use of twin £45, 3rd & 4th Adult redn. £3<br />

25%<br />

Galli Apartments<br />

R71A09 Self Catering Apt 2/4 7 375 575 309 325 345 609 339 309 305 345 415<br />

Apt 2/4: 3 share £5, 2 share £16<br />

0%<br />

Apt 4/6 7 365 565 299 315 335 599 329 299 295 335 405<br />

Apt 4/6: 5share£3,4share£8<br />

L’Ables Apartments<br />

R71A07 Self Catering Apt 2/5 7 405 505 325 339 359 655 355 365 - - -<br />

Apt 2/5: 4 share £5, 3 share £12, 2 share £28<br />

10%<br />

Apt 3/6 7 399 499 319 335 355 649 349 359 - - -<br />

Apt 3/6: 5 share £4, 4 share £10, 3 share £20<br />

La Roina Apartments<br />

R71A05 Self Catering Apt 2/3 7 409 509 329 345 365 665 359 369 - - -<br />

Apt 2/3: 2share£9<br />

10%<br />

Apt 2/4 7 399 499 319 335 355 655 349 359 - - -<br />

Apt 2/4: 3 share £6, 2 share £19<br />

Hotel San Giovanni<br />

R71H03 Half Board Room 2/4 7 479 755 469 479 495 775 489 499 - - -<br />

Room 2/4: Sole use of twin £34, 3rd & 4th Adult redn. £3<br />

25%<br />

Hotel Cecillia<br />

R71H11 Bed & Breakfast Room 2/4 7 475 645 439 449 469 735 469 479 - - -<br />

Room 2/4: Sole use of twin £33, 3rd & 4th Adult redn. £3<br />

25%<br />

Hotel Touring<br />

R71H07 Half Board Room 2/3 7 789 1345 675 685 769 1079 765 669 665 705 819<br />

Room 2/3: Single room £20, Sole use of twin £36, 3rd & 4th<br />

Adult redn. £6<br />

25%<br />

Hotel Allegra<br />

R71H09 Half Board Room 2/3 7 589 799 535 539 559 865 555 525 519 559 649<br />

Room 2/3: Sole use of twin £49, 3rd & 4th Adult redn. £4<br />

25%<br />

Hotel Picolo Mondo<br />

R71H17 Bed & Breakfast Room 2/3 7 529 705 485 495 515 839 509 519 - - -<br />

Room 2/3: Sole use of twin £43, 3rd & 4th Adult redn. £3<br />

25%<br />

Marco Galli Apartments<br />

R71A04 Self Catering Apt 2/4 7 365 565 305 319 335 599 329 299 295 335 405<br />

Apt 2/4: 3 share £6, 2 share £17<br />

10%<br />

Apt 4/6 7 355 555 299 309 325 589 319 289 285 325 395<br />

Apt 4/6: 5share£3,4share£9<br />

Hotel Alpina<br />

R71H06 Half Board Room 2/3 7 809 1109 639 649 755 1025 749 759 - - -<br />

Room Only: Single room £20, Sole use of twin £74, 3rd &<br />

4th Adult redn. £6<br />

35%<br />

Prices are a guide only & will be confirmed on enquiry. Adult prices in £ sterling start from the amounts shown & apply to selected flight departures between each date range based on current charges & costs. Prices may go up or down & supplements (e.g. flight &/or fuel), or reductions may apply. Supplements ‘from’ are based on low season dates. For full details on how to price your holiday, charges,<br />

supplements & surcharges see ‘Your Holiday Price’ page 368. For important Holiday Information & Booking Conditions see pages 368 - 385. †Some facilities may incur a local charge. LOW 02-29Jan,13Mar-02Apr.MID 19-25Dec,30Jan-12Feb,20Feb-12Mar,03-10Apr.HIGH 26Dec-01Jan,13-19Feb.10AprdepartureisviaLGW-INN NS169a<br />

LIFT PASS (6 DAYS) LS HS <strong>SKI</strong>ER’S PACK (6 DAYS) LS HS <strong>SNOWBOARD</strong>ER’S PACK (6 DAYS) LS HS <strong>SKI</strong>/BOARD EQUIPMENT (6 DAYS) ADULT CHILD * <strong>SKI</strong>/BOARD TUITION<br />

Adult (born 01/01/50 - 31/12/95) .............. £145 £169<br />

Youth (born 01/01/96 - 31/12/01) ............. £105 £119<br />

Child (born after 01/01/02) ........................ FREE FREE<br />

Senior (born before 31/12/49) ................... £105 £119<br />

SPECIAL OFFER: Pre-book 2 adult and 1 youth lift<br />

pass and receive 1 youth lift pass free. Not<br />

available for 26 Dec & 2 Jan arrivals.<br />

HS-26Dec-8Jan,6Feb-9Apr.LS-Allotherdates.Lift<br />

pass covers Livigno ski area. e5 handsfree keycard deposit to<br />

be paid locally.<br />

Adult - Complete Beginner†† ..................... £249 £275<br />

Adult - Intermediate ................................... £259 £285<br />

Youth - Complete Beginner†† ..................... £209 £225<br />

Youth - Intermediate .................................. £219 £229<br />

Ski Pack Ages: Adult = (born 01/01/50 - 31/12/95), Youth =<br />

(born 01/01/96 - 31/12/01) Includes: 6 days x 2hrs tuition, 6<br />

days lift pass & 6 days standard ski & boot hire. HS - 26 Dec -<br />

8 Jan, 6 Feb - 9 Apr. LS - All other dates. e5handsfree<br />

keycard deposit to be paid locally<br />

Adult - Complete Beginner†† ..................... £285 £305<br />

Adult - Intermediate ................................... £295 £315<br />

Snowboard Pack Ages: Adult = (born 01/01/50 - 31/12/95),<br />

Youth = (born 01/01/96 - 31/12/01) Includes: 4 days x<br />

2hrs30m tuition, 6 days lift pass & 6 days standard<br />

snowboard & boot hire. HS - 26 Dec - 8 Jan, 6 Feb - 9 Apr.<br />

LS - All other dates. e5 handsfree keycard deposit to be paid<br />

locally<br />

LIVIGNO <strong>SKI</strong> PACK<br />

Skis & boots standard ................................. £55 FREE<br />

Skis & boots superior .................................. £99 £109<br />

Skis only standard ...................................... £39 FREE<br />

Skis only superior ....................................... £69 £79<br />

Snowboard & boots standard .................... £85 £95<br />

Snowboard only standard .......................... £59 £69<br />

Helmet** .................................................... - FREE<br />

SPECIAL OFFER: Free child standard skis & boots<br />

and helmet for 3-8yr olds.<br />

*Child skis & boots = 3-8yrs, *Child board & boots = 8yrs only.<br />

**Child equipment hire includes helmet hire.<br />

Adult ski school (6x2hrs) ............................................ £79<br />

Child ski school (6x2hrs) ............................................. £79<br />

Snowboard school (4x2hrs30m) ................................. £89<br />

Snowboard Freestyle (3x2hrs) * * .............................. £79<br />

Child ski school = 4-12yrs. Snowboard school = 8yrs+.<br />

**Snowboard Freestyle is for ability levels 2-4 only.<br />

IMPORTANT: †† Complete beginner = Ability Level 0, Intermediate = Ability Level 1-4. Ability levels must be stated at the time of booking - see page 13 for details. Special Offers may be withdrawn at any time. Prices are in £s and are approximate - please see reservation system, our website or call us for more details.<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk/livigno call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Special discount 2-5yrs:<br />

£250 HS; £150 LS<br />

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170<br />

ITALY – PASSO TONALE<br />

“A combination of<br />

sunny south facing<br />

slopes and a glacier<br />

mean great<br />

conditions for all<br />

abilities.”<br />

BEGINNERS<br />

INTERMEDIATES<br />

ADVANCED<br />

OFF-PISTE<br />

NON <strong>SKI</strong>ERS<br />

FAMILIES<br />

NIGHTLIFE<br />

MOUNTAIN<br />

Skiing Altitude 1257m-3069m<br />

Resort Altitude 1883m<br />

Pistes 100km<br />

Number of Runs 41<br />

25% 60% 15%<br />

Number of lifts 30<br />

Drags 18 / Chairs 19 / Gondolas 3<br />

Longest Run 4.5km<br />

Direction of Slopes N/S<br />

Terrain Parks yes<br />

Half Pipe yes<br />

Cross Country Trails 7.5km<br />

Mountain Restaurants 13<br />

Snowmaking 90% runs covered<br />

Resort Ski Bus yes<br />

Linked resorts Ponte di Legno,<br />

Temu, Presena Glacier<br />

FAMILY<br />

Fair Excellent<br />

Babycare n/a<br />

Crèche See Grand Hotel Paradiso<br />

Ski Kindergarten 4-6yrs<br />

See page 373 or<br />

neilson.co.uk/childcare for more info.<br />

TRAVEL<br />

Departure Airports Gatwick,<br />

Manchester & Belfast<br />

Destination Airports Brescia<br />

Season 19 Dec- 3 Apr<br />

Departure Day Saturday<br />

Flight Guide See page 384<br />

Transfer Time 2hrs 45mins<br />

Private taxi transfers available -<br />

please call us for details<br />

Self Drive See page 368<br />

LEARN TO TURN RESORT • <strong>SKI</strong> LEADING • GOOD FOR FAMILIES • GLACIER<br />

Situated on a high sunny pass, Passo<br />

Tonale, one of Italy’s highest purposebuilt<br />

resorts, enjoys skiing on both<br />

sides of the valley. Thanks to some<br />

clever piste planning and the opening<br />

of a new gondola, it is possible to ski<br />

both areas with ease. Furthermore, a<br />

new gondola linking the<br />

neighbouring town of Ponte di<br />

Legno, helps to complement Tonale’s<br />

high altitude slopes. A combination of<br />

sunny south facing slopes that are<br />

excellent for beginners and snowsure<br />

north faces on the glacier mean good<br />

snow conditions are always an easy<br />

find.<br />

Non-skiing activities are limited in<br />

Tonale, but nearby, bustling Ponte di<br />

Legno has a range of shops and a<br />

sports centre with swimming pool<br />

and is reachable by a regular ski bus<br />

service.<br />

LIFT PASS & TUITION<br />

PRICE PROMISE<br />

See page 371<br />

ACTIVITIES<br />

CROSS COUNTRY <strong>SKI</strong>ING<br />

• Snowmobiles<br />

Swap your fat skis for thin and<br />

• Swimming Pool<br />

check out the scenery under<br />

• Dogsledding<br />

your own steam. Great exercise<br />

• Cross Country Skiing<br />

and a really satisfying new skill<br />

• Ice Skating<br />

to learn.<br />

• Sports Centre<br />

SNOWMOBILING<br />

DOGSLEDDING<br />

Explore the extensive trails<br />

Head into the hills with a guide, a sled around the resort, taking it as<br />

and your team of four legged friends fast or as sedate as you like. It’s<br />

to enjoy the views and tranquility of a great activity for all - just<br />

the mountains.<br />

remember to wrap up warm.


GRAND HOTEL PARADISO<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk/passotonale call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

PASSO TONALE – ITALY<br />

Recently refurbished, the Paradiso is in an ideal location for access to<br />

both the glacier & south facing slopes, next to the Serodine chairlift &<br />

over the road from the Paradiso gondola. <strong>The</strong> hotel has its own après<br />

ski bar right on the slopes, a popular meeting place after skiing. <strong>The</strong><br />

resort centre is 500m away. A great property for families.<br />

FACILITIES†: Bar •Restaurant •Après<br />

ski bar •Free use of indoor<br />

swimming pool, sauna, steam room,<br />

spa bath & fitness room. Note: pool<br />

and wellness area restricted to adults<br />

over 16yrs.<br />

FOR FAMILIES: Free children's club<br />

(4-12 yrs) •Games room •Children's<br />

playroom<br />

ROOMS (2-3 PEOPLE): Double or<br />

twin rooms, some with an extra<br />

bed, with satellite TV, hairdryer, safe<br />

minibar, wifi, shower and wc.<br />

Superior 'deluxe' room with double<br />

or twin beds and one extra bed at a<br />

supplement. Single rooms available<br />

on request at no supplement.<br />

HOTEL SPORT VITTORIA<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board. Buffet<br />

breakfast & three course buffet style<br />

evening meal. Christmas & New<br />

Year Gala meals included.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 120<br />

PROPERTY CODE: R56H11<br />

One of our favourite hotels in this resort, due to its excellent location,<br />

great standard of accommodation and friendly service. <strong>The</strong> family-run<br />

Sport Hotel Vittoria lies in the centre of the resort, 150m from the main<br />

ski lift. <strong>The</strong> vibrant Heaven Pub, situated in the basement, & the quieter<br />

Vittoria bar on the ground floor, are ideal for enjoying a few drinks in<br />

the evening.<br />

FACILITIES†: Restaurant •Bar<br />

•Heaven pub •TV room •Free use of<br />

small indoor pool, sauna, steam<br />

room, hot tub & fitness room<br />

•Beauty & massage treatments<br />

•Games room<br />

ROOMS (2-3 PEOPLE): Twin or<br />

double rooms with extra bed,<br />

satellite TV, hairdryer, safe, shower<br />

and wc. Sole use of twin rooms<br />

available on request at a<br />

supplement.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board. Buffet<br />

breakfast & three course evening<br />

meal with choice of main course &<br />

salad buffet. Christmas & New Year<br />

meals included.<br />

HOTEL ORCHIDEA<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 77<br />

PROPERTY CODE: R56H05<br />

This family-run Alpine style hotel offers a good standard of<br />

accommodation with bright & spacious rooms. Its central location<br />

makes it conveniently located for the resort amenities. <strong>The</strong> nearest lift is<br />

150m away and the ski school meeting place 250m away. <strong>The</strong> ski bus<br />

stops outside.<br />

FACILITIES†: Reception •Restaurant<br />

•Bar (lunchtime snacks available)<br />

•Large lounge with satellite TV<br />

•Sauna, steam room, spa bath,<br />

aromatherapy shower & relaxation<br />

room<br />

ROOMS (2-3 PEOPLE): Twin rooms<br />

with extra bed, TV, shower and wc.<br />

Sole use of twin and single rooms<br />

available on request at a<br />

supplement.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board.<br />

Continental buffet breakfast & three<br />

course evening meal with choice of<br />

main course & salad buffet. Weekly<br />

speciality dinner. Christmas & New<br />

Year meals included.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★ Superior<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 30<br />

PROPERTY CODE: R56H04<br />

Neilson Rating ••••<br />

<strong>SKI</strong> TO YOUR DOOR<br />

WELLNESS AREA<br />

INDOOR POOL<br />

GOOD FOR FAMILIES<br />

CHILDREN’S CLUB<br />

FAMILY ROOMS<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free lift pass for all<br />

guests arriving on 20<br />

Mar<br />

No single supplement<br />

all season (on request)<br />

Free use of pool, sauna,<br />

steam room, spa bath &<br />

fitness room<br />

Complimentary fruit<br />

basket in superior<br />

'deluxe' rooms on arrival<br />

Neilson Rating •••+<br />

CENTRAL LOCATION<br />

WELLNESS AREA<br />

INDOOR POOL<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free use of indoor pool,<br />

sauna, steam room &<br />

hot tub<br />

Neilson Rating •••+<br />

CENTRAL LOCATION<br />

WELLNESS AREA<br />

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ITALY – PASSO TONALE<br />

HOTEL CIELO BLU<br />

<strong>The</strong> Cielo Blu is a pleasant family-run alpine-style property situated in an<br />

elevated position just 200m from the main ski lifts, ski school & resort<br />

centre. This is a perfect choice for those looking for a good all round<br />

holiday with comfortable accommodation, friendly hospitality & easy<br />

access to the slopes.<br />

FACILITIES†: Restaurant •Bar<br />

ROOMS (2-3 PEOPLE): Twin rooms<br />

with telephone, satellite TV,<br />

hairdryer, shower & wc. Rooms with<br />

an extra bed also available.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board. Buffet<br />

breakfast & three-course evening<br />

meal with buffet salad. Christmas &<br />

New Year meals included.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★<br />

HOTEL PANORAMA<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 28<br />

PROPERTY CODE: R56H06<br />

Hotel Panorama is tucked away in a peaceful part of the resort, just<br />

100m from the resort centre and ski lifts. It has recently undergone a<br />

complete refurbishment and offers a relaxing environment and friendly,<br />

welcoming service.<br />

FACILITIES†: Bar/lounge with cosy<br />

fireplace •Restaurant •Table tennis,<br />

table football & pool table<br />

ROOMS (2-4 PEOPLE): Spacious<br />

double and twin rooms have<br />

telephone, TV, safe, hairdryer,<br />

shower and wc. Some rooms have<br />

one or two extra beds. Single rooms<br />

available on request at a<br />

supplement.<br />

HOTEL SPORTING<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board.<br />

Continental buffet breakfast and<br />

three course evening meal with a<br />

choice of main and salad buffet.<br />

Christmas & New Year meals<br />

included.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 34<br />

PROPERTY CODE: R56H08<br />

<strong>The</strong> Hotel Sporting is a traditional, family-run property. It has a cosy<br />

atmosphere, spacious rooms & numerous public areas. <strong>The</strong> Roman style<br />

wellness centre will also ensure your relaxation at the end of the day. It<br />

enjoys a superb position at the foot of the slopes & breathtaking<br />

mountain top views of the Presanella Massif. <strong>The</strong> resort centre, shops &<br />

bars are just 200m away, making it an enviable location in this<br />

charming resort.<br />

FACILITIES†: Restaurant •Bar<br />

•Games room •Three TV lounges<br />

•Smoking room •Wellness area with<br />

sauna, steam room & hot tub<br />

ROOMS (2-3 PEOPLE): Austrian<br />

twins, some with an extra bed, with<br />

TV, telephone, hairdryer, shower and<br />

wc.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board. Buffet<br />

breakfast and three course evening<br />

meal. Weekly gala dinner. Christmas<br />

& New Year Gala meals included.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 52<br />

PROPERTY CODE: R56H12<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk/passotonale call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

Neilson Rating •••<br />

Neilson Rating •••<br />

CENTRAL LOCATION<br />

FOUR OR MORE<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Recently refurbished<br />

Neilson Rating •••<br />

<strong>SKI</strong> IN <strong>SKI</strong> OUT<br />

WELLNESS AREA<br />

FOUR OR MORE


HOTEL EDEN<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk/passotonale call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

PASSO TONALE – ITALY<br />

<strong>The</strong> Eden is in a convenient location, 100m from the resort centre and<br />

200m from the ski lifts. This friendly, family-run hotel has been recently<br />

refurbished to provide bright, comfortable accommodation at great<br />

value.<br />

FACILITIES†: Lounge bar •Dining<br />

room<br />

ROOMS (2 PEOPLE): Austrian twin<br />

rooms with TV, hairdryer, shower<br />

and wc. Sole use of twin on request<br />

at a supplement.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board. Buffet<br />

continental breakfast and three<br />

course evening meal with salad<br />

buffet. Christmas & New Year meals<br />

included.<br />

HOTEL NEGRITELLA<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 30<br />

PROPERTY CODE: R56H07<br />

A cosy, alpine-style hotel offering a convenient location just 100m from<br />

the resort centre, with Passo Tonale’s amenities close by, and 200m<br />

from the nearest ski lift.<br />

FACILITIES†: Bar •Lounge area with<br />

satellite TV •Restaurant<br />

ROOMS (2-4 PEOPLE): Twin rooms,<br />

some which can take an extra one<br />

or two beds, with satellite TV, safe,<br />

hairdryer, shower and wc.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board. Buffet<br />

breakfast and three course evening<br />

meal. Christmas and New Year<br />

meals included.<br />

APARTHOTEL DAHU<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 28<br />

PROPERTY CODE: R56H13<br />

Situated in a quiet part of the resort 300m from the centre of the resort<br />

and 200m from the nearest lift. Family-run, the aparthotel is furnished<br />

in a traditional, cosy, alpine style.<br />

FACILITIES†: Bar •Restaurant<br />

•Games room •Wellness area with<br />

indoor pool, sauna, steam room &<br />

hot tub<br />

ACCOMMODATION: All studios<br />

and apartments have a small<br />

kitchenette with 2 ring hob &<br />

fridge, telephone, satellite TV, safe,<br />

shower and wc. Bed linen and<br />

towels included.<br />

STUDIO (2-3 & 2-4 PEOPLE):<br />

Double bed and one or two single<br />

beds in the living area.<br />

1 BEDROOM APARTMENT (2-4<br />

PEOPLE): Double bed in the living<br />

area and one bunk room separated<br />

by a sliding partition.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board. Buffet<br />

breakfast & three course evening<br />

meal with a choice of main & salad<br />

buffet. Christmas & New Year meals<br />

included.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★<br />

PROPERTY CODE: R56A01<br />

Neilson Rating •••<br />

CENTRAL LOCATION<br />

GOOD FOR GROUPS<br />

VALUE<br />

No frills accommodation at a cheaper price<br />

– where it's the skiing that really counts!<br />

Neilson Rating •••<br />

CENTRAL LOCATION<br />

FOUR OR MORE<br />

Neilson Rating •••+<br />

WELLNESS AREA<br />

GOOD FOR GROUPS<br />

FOUR OR MORE<br />

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ITALY – PASSO TONALE<br />

Basic Holiday Prices in £s per adult from<br />

the amounts shown.<br />

Grand Hotel Paradiso<br />

19 Dec- 26 Dec- 02 Jan- 23 Jan- 06 Feb- 13 Feb- 20 Feb- 06 Mar- 20 Mar- 27 Mar- 03 Apr-<br />

Nts 25 Dec 01 Jan 22 Jan 05 Feb 12 Feb 19 Feb 05 Mar 19 Mar 26 Mar 02 Apr 09 Apr<br />

Supplements in £s per person per night from:<br />

(Unless otherwise stated)<br />

Room 2/3: Sole use of twin £62, Superior deluxe £12,<br />

R56H11 Half Board Room 2/3 7 725 1235 609 625 645 995 639 609 605 645 679 Single room £Nil<br />

25%<br />

Hotel Sport Vittoria<br />

R56H05 Half Board Room 2/3 7 609 1049 519 529 609 855 539 515 509 545 649<br />

Room 2/3: Sole use of twin £25, 3rd & 4th Adult redn. £8<br />

25%<br />

Hotel Orchidea<br />

R56H04 Half Board Room 2/3 7 539 839 449 459 479 749 469 445 439 475 559<br />

Room 2/3: Single room £7, Sole use of twin £34, 3rd & 4th<br />

Adult redn. £5<br />

25%<br />

Hotel Cielo Blu<br />

R56H06 Half Board Room 2/3 7 525 859 455 465 485 749 475 449 445 479 565<br />

Room 2/3: Sole use of twin £36<br />

35%<br />

Hotel Panorama<br />

R56H08 Half Board Room 2/4 7 515 875 425 435 449 765 445 419 409 449 529<br />

Room 2/4: Single room £9, Sole use of twin £36, 3rd & 4th<br />

Adult redn. £6<br />

25%<br />

Hotel Sporting<br />

R56H12 Half Board Room 2/3 7 605 969 509 515 575 755 569 499 495 535 625<br />

Room 2/3: Sole use of twin £49, 3rd & 4th Adult redn. £8<br />

35%<br />

Hotel Eden<br />

Room 2: Sole use of twin £31<br />

R56H07 Half Board Room 2 7 519 679 415 419 439 709 429 405 399 435 519<br />

25%<br />

Hotel Negritella<br />

Room 2/4: Sole use of twin £34, 3rd & 4th Adult redn. £3<br />

R56H13 Half Board Room 2/4 7 495 709 445 455 469 669 465 439 429 469 -<br />

25%<br />

Aparthotel Dahu<br />

Studio 2/3: 3rd & 4th Adult redn. £5<br />

R56A01 Half Board Studio 2/3 7 515 809 465 475 489 749 485 455 449 489 575<br />

25%<br />

Apt 4 7 545 839 495 505 519 779 515 485 479 519 609<br />

Hotel Adamello<br />

Room 2/4: Single room £10, Sole use of twin £39, 3rd & 4th<br />

R56H02 Half Board Room 2/4 7 555 879 449 459 - - 499 445 439 475 559 Adult redn. £6<br />

35%<br />

Hotel Edelweiss<br />

R56H09 Half Board Room 2/4 7 495 805 445 455 469 749 465 439 429 469 555<br />

Room 2/4: Single room £9, Sole use of twin £36, 3rd & 4th<br />

Adult redn. £6<br />

25%<br />

Prices are a guide only & will be confirmed on enquiry. Adult prices in £ sterling start from the amounts shown & apply to selected flight departures between each date range based on current charges & costs. Prices may go up or down & supplements (e.g. flight &/or fuel), or reductions may apply. Supplements ‘from’ are based on low season dates. For full details on how to price your holiday, charges,<br />

supplements & surcharges see ‘Your Holiday Price’ page 368. For important Holiday Information & Booking Conditions see pages 368 - 385. †Some facilities may incur a local charge. LOW 02-29Jan,13Mar-02Apr.MID 19-25Dec,30Jan-12Feb,20Feb-12Mar,03-10Apr.HIGH 26 Dec - 01 Jan, 13 - 19 Feb. NS174a<br />

LIFT PASS (6 DAYS) LS HS<br />

Adult (born 30/11/44 - 30/11/93) .............. £159 £175<br />

Youth (born 30/11/93 - 30/11/01) ............. £89 £99<br />

Child (born after 30/11/01) ........................ FREE FREE<br />

Senior (born before 30/11/44) ................... £129 £139<br />

HS-19Dec-15Jan,30Jan-19Mar.LS-Allotherdates.<br />

Lift pass covers Passo Tonale, Presena, Ponte Di Legno and<br />

Temu ski area. e5 keycard deposit to be paid locally.<br />

<strong>SKI</strong>ER’S PACK (6 DAYS) LS HS<br />

Adult - Complete Beginner†† ..................... £259 £285<br />

Adult - Intermediate ................................... £269 £295<br />

Ski Pack Ages: Adult = (born 01/11/44 - 31/10/93) Includes:<br />

6 days x 2hrs tuition, 6 days lift pass & 6 days standard ski &<br />

boothire.HS-19Dec-15Jan,30Jan-19Mar.LS-All<br />

other dates. e5 keycard deposit to be paid locally.<br />

HOTEL ADAMELLO<br />

<strong>The</strong> family-run Hotel Adamello is a cosy mountain style property with<br />

good facilities and a friendly atmosphere. <strong>The</strong> hotel is ideally situated<br />

250m from the centre of Passo Tonale and the nearest lift. <strong>The</strong> free ski<br />

bus stops outside. A great choice for couples and families.<br />

FACILITIES†: Bar area •Restaurant<br />

•Wifi •Games room •Children’s soft<br />

play area •Reception<br />

ROOMS (2-4 PEOPLE): Large,<br />

comfortable twin rooms with TV,<br />

balcony, shower and wc. Some<br />

rooms can sleep a third or fourth<br />

person. Single rooms and rooms for<br />

sole occupancy available on request<br />

and at a supplement.<br />

HOTEL EDELWEISS<br />

<strong>SNOWBOARD</strong>ER’S PACK (6 DAYS) LS HS<br />

Adult - Complete Beginner†† ..................... £249 £295<br />

Adult - Intermediate ................................... £259 £305<br />

Snowboard Pack Ages: Adult = (born 01/11/44 - 31/10/93)<br />

Includes: 5 days x 2hrs tuition, 6 days lift pass & 6 days<br />

standard snowboard & boot hire. HS - 19 Dec - 15 Jan, 30<br />

Jan - 19 Mar. LS - All other dates. e5 keycard deposit to be<br />

paid locally.<br />

PASSO TONALE <strong>SKI</strong> PACK<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board. Buffet<br />

breakfast and three-course evening<br />

meal with salad buffet. Weekly gala<br />

dinner. Christmas and New Year<br />

evening meals included.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 43<br />

PROPERTY CODE: R56H02<br />

Situated in the centre of Passo Tonale, the Hotel Edelweiss lies 200m<br />

from the slopes & ski lifts. Run & owned by the Zanco family, you can<br />

be sure of some warm hospitality at the end of your day on the<br />

mountain.<br />

FACILITIES†: Restaurant •Cosy bar<br />

with woodburning stove<br />

ROOMS (2-4 PEOPLE): Twin, triple<br />

& four bedded rooms with satellite<br />

TV, safe, telephone, shower and wc.<br />

Some rooms have a balcony. Single<br />

rooms available on request at a<br />

supplement.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board.<br />

Continental buffet breakfast & three<br />

course evening meal with choice of<br />

main course & salad buffet.<br />

Christmas & New Year meals<br />

included.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 24<br />

PROPERTY CODE: R56H09<br />

<strong>SKI</strong>/BOARD EQUIPMENT (6 DAYS) ADULT CHILD*<br />

Skis & boots standard ................................. £49 £35<br />

Skis & boots superior .................................. £59 -<br />

Skis only standard ...................................... £39 £25<br />

Skis only superior ....................................... £45 -<br />

Snowboard & boots standard .................... £59 -<br />

Snowboard only standard .......................... £49 -<br />

Helmet** .................................................... - FREE<br />

*Child skis & boots = 4-12yrs, *Snowboard & boots = 13yrs+.<br />

**Child equipment hire includes helmet hire.<br />

Neilson Rating •••<br />

GOOD FOR FAMILIES<br />

FAMILY ROOMS<br />

Neilson Rating •••<br />

FOUR OR MORE<br />

Child %<br />

discount<br />

<strong>SKI</strong>/BOARD TUITION LS HS<br />

Adult ski school (6x2hrs) ............................ £69 £75<br />

Child ski school (6x2hrs) ............................. £69 £75<br />

Snowboard school (5x2hrs) ........................ £85 £85<br />

HS-19Dec-15Jan,30Jan-19Apr.Childskischool=<br />

4-12yrs. Snowboard school = 8yrs+.<br />

IMPORTANT: †† Complete beginner = Ability Level 0, Intermediate = Ability Level 1-4. Ability levels must be stated at the time of booking - see page 13 for details. Special Offers may be withdrawn at any time. Prices are in £s and are approximate - please see reservation system, our website or call us for more details.<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk/passotonale call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent


<strong>SKI</strong> LEADING • SELF DRIVE • SEVERAL LINKED RESORTS<br />

Hundreds of miles away from the<br />

skiing goliaths of Portes du Soleil,<br />

Espace Killy and Trois Valles lies<br />

1220km of piste. <strong>The</strong> biggest ski area<br />

in the world. So big, in fact, you’d<br />

struggle to ski it all in a season, let<br />

alone a week’s holiday; but rest<br />

assured the sheer quality of the skiing<br />

and boarding on offer will ensure<br />

you’ll give it a good try.<br />

Our resorts are all connected to the<br />

Sella Ronda, a 26km loop taking you<br />

through some of the most beautiful<br />

mountains you’ll ever see.<br />

You can break out from this loop at<br />

several points to explore the various<br />

valleys in the area and it’s all covered<br />

on your lift pass.<br />

With 15 amazing historical ski routes,<br />

a phenomenal 90% of slopes covered<br />

by snow making, 45 resorts and<br />

warm Italian hospitality, this adds up<br />

to a ski experience of a lifetime. All in<br />

a place where you can enjoy a sunny<br />

day’s skiing under blue skies over<br />

80% of the time. It’s time you<br />

discovered the Dolomites.<br />

DOLOMITES – ITALY<br />

LIFT PASS & TUITION<br />

PRICE PROMISE<br />

See page 371<br />

“A ski area so big,<br />

you’d struggle to ski<br />

it all in a season,<br />

let alone a week.”<br />

Fair Excellent<br />

BEGINNERS<br />

INTERMEDIATES<br />

ADVANCED<br />

OFF-PISTE<br />

MOUNTAIN<br />

Skiing Altitude 900m-3342m<br />

Resort Altitude 900m-1600m<br />

Pistes 1220km<br />

20% 70% 10%<br />

Number of lifts 450<br />

Drags 192 / Chairs 126 / Gondolas 43<br />

Cable Cars 25<br />

Longest Run 16km<br />

Direction of Slopes N/S/E/W<br />

Max. Vertical Drop 1348m<br />

Terrain Parks yes<br />

Half Pipe yes<br />

Cross Country Trails 1000km+<br />

Night Skiing yes<br />

Mountain Restaurants yes<br />

Snowmaking 90% runs covered<br />

Resort Ski Bus yes, local fee<br />

Linked Resorts Arabba, Canazei,<br />

Campitello, Corvara, Val Gardena<br />

(Selva, St Cristina, Ortisei), Plan de<br />

Corones<br />

RESORTS IN THE DOLOMITES<br />

PAGE<br />

Arabba 176<br />

Canazei / Campitello 180<br />

Selva / St Cristina / Ortisei 183<br />

Corvara 188<br />

Plan de Corones 191<br />

175


176<br />

ITALY – ARABBA<br />

“Positioned right on<br />

the Sella Ronda<br />

circuit, the gateway<br />

to over a thousand<br />

kilometres of<br />

groomed pistes.”<br />

Fair Excellent<br />

BEGINNERS<br />

INTERMEDIATES<br />

ADVANCED<br />

OFF-PISTE<br />

NON <strong>SKI</strong>ERS<br />

FAMILIES<br />

NIGHTLIFE<br />

MOUNTAIN<br />

Skiing Altitude 1600m-3342m<br />

Resort Altitude 1600m<br />

Pistes 62km locally, 1220km area<br />

Number of Runs 42<br />

33% 60% 7%<br />

Number of lifts 22<br />

Drags 5 / Chairs 13 / Gondolas 3<br />

Cable Cars 1<br />

Longest Run 16km<br />

Direction of Slopes N,S,E,W<br />

Max. Vertical Drop 1342m<br />

Mountain Restaurants 10<br />

Snowmaking 90% runs covered<br />

Linked resorts<br />

Marmolada, Val Gardena, Val di Fassa,<br />

Alta Badia<br />

FAMILY<br />

Babycare n/a<br />

Crèche n/a<br />

Ski Kindergarten 2-5yrs<br />

See page 373 or<br />

neilson.co.uk/childcare for more info.<br />

TRAVEL<br />

Departure Airports<br />

Gatwick, Manchester & Belfast<br />

Destination Airport Brescia<br />

Season 19 Dec-3 Apr<br />

Departure Day Saturday<br />

Flight Guide see page 384<br />

Transfer Time 4hrs<br />

Private Taxi Transfers Available - please<br />

call us for details<br />

Self Drive see page 368<br />

<strong>SKI</strong> LEADING • SELF DRIVE • GLACIER<br />

Arabba sits almost at the head of a<br />

valley, one of the highest resorts in<br />

the Dolomites. With its snowsure<br />

north facing slopes, access to the<br />

Marmolada glacier and positioned<br />

right on the Sella Ronda circuit, the<br />

gateway to over a thousand<br />

kilometres of groomed pistes you<br />

couldn’t pick a better resort if your<br />

winter holiday is all about the skiing.<br />

Arabba itself is a small village that has<br />

an excellent range of accommodation<br />

on offer, from comfortable self<br />

2<br />

catering, to our own friendly chalets<br />

through to extremely comfortable 4star<br />

hotels offering a host of facilities<br />

to ensure you’re relaxed, looked after<br />

and full of energy for the next day’s<br />

skiing.<br />

Away from the slopes the pace of life<br />

is less frenetic, with a small selection<br />

of café bars and excellent, small<br />

Italian restaurants, where you’ll enjoy<br />

great food, wine and service at<br />

fantastic value for money.<br />

ACTIVITIES<br />

• Outdoor Ice Skating<br />

• Snowmobiling<br />

• Helicopter Rides<br />

• Ski Tours<br />

HELICOPTER RIDES<br />

Beat the lifts to the top of the<br />

Marmolada Glacier by opting for a<br />

chopper instead. Jaw dropping views<br />

followed by a perfectly groomed<br />

descent down one of the Dolomites’<br />

highest peaks<br />

LIFT PASS & TUITION<br />

PRICE PROMISE<br />

See page 371<br />

SNOWMOBILING<br />

Not just for petrol heads, the<br />

snowmobiling in Arabba can<br />

take you to several points of<br />

interest - historical and<br />

geographical. <strong>The</strong>y’re great fun<br />

to drive as well.<br />

ICE SKATING<br />

Hire some skates and re-create<br />

your very own Torville and<br />

Dean moments. A great activity<br />

for all ages and a break from<br />

the ski boots.


SPORTHOTEL ARABBA<br />

If you are looking for luxury, the most prestigious hotel in the resort, the<br />

Sporthotel Arabba is the choice for you. <strong>The</strong> hotel is in a convenient<br />

location, 100m from the gondola and ski lifts, and just a 200m walk<br />

downhill to the resort centre. A suitable choice for enjoying lots of<br />

skiing and finishing the day with a pamper in the hotel’s relaxing<br />

beauty centre, followed by some wine tasting in the delightful wine<br />

cellar.<br />

FACILITIES†: Tyrolean-style bar<br />

open until late •Lounge with<br />

mountain views & cosy corner<br />

fireplace •Restaurant •Wine cellar -<br />

wine tasting available •Games room<br />

SPA FEATURES†: •Free use of<br />

wellness area with hot tub, sauna<br />

and steam room (please note:<br />

children under 14yrs are not allowed<br />

in this area after 4pm) •Beauty &<br />

massage treatments available<br />

Important information about spa<br />

facilities - see page 375.<br />

ROOMS (2-4 PEOPLE): Standard<br />

twin or double rooms, some with<br />

two extra beds, have satellite TV,<br />

safe, shower and wc. Most rooms<br />

have mountain views. Twin for sole<br />

use available on request at a<br />

supplement.<br />

NEILSON CHALET BRIGITTA<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board. Extensive<br />

buffet breakfast and four course<br />

evening meal with menu choice,<br />

salad and dessert buffets. Christmas<br />

& New Year gala dinners included.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 52<br />

PROPERTY CODE: R47H02<br />

<strong>The</strong> stylish Chalet Brigitta represents some of the best chalet<br />

accommodation in Italy. Located a short walk from the quiet resort<br />

centre of Arabba and a 300m walk to the lifts and your gateway to the<br />

amazing Dolomiti superski area, this chalet is in an excellent location for<br />

all the resort facilities. Our super service ensures that those looking for<br />

that special chalet experience will really feel at home, and when you do<br />

head for bed, the comfortable rooms will ensure a good night's sleep to<br />

ready you for another day of fabulous skiing.<br />

GROUND FLOOR: Large dining area<br />

with small lounge/ seating area and<br />

adjoining TV room with satellite TV,<br />

DVD player and wc. Separate<br />

kitchen.<br />

FIRST FLOOR: Two twin bedrooms<br />

each with shower & wc. One further<br />

twin bedroom with adjoining single<br />

room off a shared small entrance<br />

hall, these two rooms share a<br />

shower & wc. Please note that this<br />

twin/adjoining single room is sold<br />

for 3 people sharing, if just 2 people<br />

share then an under occupancy<br />

supplement is payable.<br />

SECOND FLOOR: A further three<br />

bedrooms as described above.<br />

THIRD FLOOR: Two attic twin<br />

bedrooms both with shower & wc.<br />

Bedrooms are furnished to a high<br />

standard in a modern Alpine style,<br />

each has satellite TV, fridge, safe,<br />

hairdryer, most with a balcony.<br />

Rooms on the 1st, 2nd and 3rd<br />

floors are accessed by an external<br />

covered stairway which serves this<br />

chalet and the adjoining Chalet<br />

Belvedere.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Super Service Chalet<br />

Board. Daily hearty cooked<br />

breakfasts. Daily snacks for the<br />

slopes. Daily afternoon tea with<br />

freshly baked cake, cookies, tea &<br />

mulled wine. Aperitifs & pre-dinner<br />

nibbles. Four-course evening meal<br />

on six evenings served with a<br />

selection of wines and after dinner<br />

fresh coffee and mints.<br />

Chalet staff live in.<br />

Children are welcome when part of<br />

a group booking the whole chalet.<br />

Generous discounts or free places<br />

may apply when sharing a room<br />

with 2 adults.<br />

PROPERTY CODE: R47C09<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk/arabba call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

ARABBA – ITALY<br />

Neilson Rating ••••+<br />

WELLNESS AREA<br />

FOUR OR MORE<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free daily après-ski<br />

snacks<br />

Free use of wellness<br />

area with hot tub, sauna<br />

and steam room<br />

A handpicked selection of hotels<br />

offering first class spa facilities<br />

Neilson Rating ••••<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Sleeps 18 people<br />

8 bedrooms<br />

All bedrooms ensuite<br />

Satellite TV in bedrooms<br />

Hearty cooked breakfast<br />

Free daily snacks for the<br />

slopes<br />

Free afternoon tea<br />

Free wine served with<br />

dinner<br />

Our finest catered chalets offering<br />

the highest levels of service<br />

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178<br />

ITALY – ARABBA<br />

HOTEL PORTAVESCOVO<br />

<strong>The</strong> friendly Portavescovo is a well established and comfortable hotel in<br />

an excellent position right at the foot of the slopes, in the centre of<br />

Arabba and only 150m from the nearest ski lift. A suitable choice for<br />

those who like to take full advantage of excellent hotel facilities after a<br />

hard day on the slopes.<br />

FACILITIES†: Restaurant<br />

•Lounge/bar •Lounge area with TV<br />

and reading room •Free use of<br />

indoor pool, sauna, steam room and<br />

fitness room •Massage •Billiard<br />

room •Daily animation/<br />

entertainment •Music bar on the<br />

ground floor with occasional live<br />

music •Free wifi in lobby<br />

ROOMS (2-4 PEOPLE): Twin or<br />

double rooms with 2 extra beds or<br />

bunk beds, satellite TV, telephone,<br />

shower, wc and balcony. Single<br />

room on request at a supplement.<br />

HOTEL BARBARA<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board. Extensive<br />

buffet breakfast and three course<br />

dinner including starter buffet.<br />

Christmas & New Year meals<br />

included.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 60<br />

PROPERTY CODE: R47H00<br />

<strong>The</strong> cosy Hotel Barbara offers superb accommodation and service.<br />

Located slightly above the main village, 450m up a hill from the<br />

Sporthotel and 350m from the ski lifts.<br />

FACILITIES†: Breakfast room/bar<br />

area •Free use of sauna & steam<br />

room •Billiard room •Beauty &<br />

massage treatments at Sporthotel<br />

Arabba.<br />

ROOMS (2-4 PEOPLE): Twin or<br />

double rooms, some with one of<br />

two extra beds, have a seating area,<br />

satellite TV, minibar, hairdryer, safe,<br />

shower and wc.<br />

BAITA ANTLIA APARTMENTS<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board. Extensive<br />

buffet breakfast. Four course<br />

evening meal to be taken at the<br />

Sporthotel 450m away (guests can<br />

request the hotel-run shuttle bus<br />

service to transfer them). Christmas<br />

meal & New Year Gala meal<br />

included.<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 15<br />

PROPERTY CODE: R47H07<br />

Furnished in a modern alpine style, 300m from the resort centre - ideal<br />

for those who want excellent self catering facilities.<br />

FACILITIES†: Breakfast room and<br />

bar •Sauna, steam room & hot tub<br />

•Laundry facility •Wifi<br />

ACCOMMODATION: Kitchenette<br />

with two ring hob, microwave,<br />

dishwasher, TV, shower and wc. Bed<br />

linen, towels & end of stay cleaning<br />

included.<br />

STUDIO (2 PEOPLE): Double pullout<br />

sofa bed in living area.<br />

1 BEDROOM APARTMENTS (2-4<br />

PEOPLE): Twin bedroom and<br />

twin/double sofa bed(s) in living<br />

area.<br />

1 BEDROOM APARTMENTS (3-5<br />

PEOPLE): Twin bedroom,<br />

double/twin sofa bed(s) and single<br />

sofa bed in living area.<br />

1 BEDROOM APARTMENTS (3-6<br />

PEOPLE): Twin bedroom, double<br />

sofa bed and two single sofa beds in<br />

living area.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Self Catering.<br />

Breakfast option available locally.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★<br />

PROPERTY CODE: R47A03<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk/arabba call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

Neilson Rating •••+<br />

CENTRAL LOCATION<br />

INDOOR POOL<br />

WELLNESS AREA<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free use of indoor pool,<br />

sauna, steam room &<br />

fitness room<br />

Neilson Rating •••+<br />

WELLNESS AREA<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free use of sauna &<br />

steam room<br />

Bathrobes and slippers<br />

provided<br />

Neilson Rating •••+


Basic Holiday Prices in £s per adult from<br />

the amounts shown.<br />

Sporthotel Arabba<br />

19 Dec- 26 Dec- 02 Jan- 23 Jan- 06 Feb- 13 Feb- 20 Feb- 06 Mar- 20 Mar- 27 Mar- 03 Apr-<br />

Nts 25 Dec 01 Jan 22 Jan 05 Feb 12 Feb 19 Feb 05 Mar 19 Mar 26 Mar 02 Apr 09 Apr<br />

Unique and charming catered chalets<br />

located in the best resorts<br />

Unique and charming catered chalets<br />

located in the best resorts<br />

Supplements in £s per person per night from:<br />

(Unless otherwise stated)<br />

R47H02 Half Board Room 2/4 7 935 1289 749 759 879 1185 875 749 745 785 875<br />

Room 2/4: Sole use of twin £99, 3rd & 4th Adult redn. £13<br />

25%<br />

Chalet Brigitta<br />

R47C09 Chalet Board Chalet 7 819 1019 569 585 605 1165 599 569 565 605 849<br />

Chalet: 2 Share from £25, Sole use of twin £23, 3rd & 4th<br />

Adult redn. £20<br />

25%<br />

Hotel Portavescovo<br />

R47H00 Half Board Room 2/4 7 759 1035 639 659 679 1039 759 645 639 679 715<br />

Room 2/4: Single room £12, 3rd & 4th Adult redn. £14<br />

25%<br />

Hotel Barbara<br />

R47H07 Half Board Room 2/4 7 755 1145 639 649 709 1049 705 635 629 675 779<br />

Room 2/4: Sole use of twin £67, 3rd & 4th Adult redn. £11<br />

25%<br />

BaitaAntliaApartments<br />

R47A03 Self Catering Studio 2 7 499 779 425 439 555 859 455 425 419 459 475<br />

Studio 2: Sole use £29<br />

10%<br />

Apt 2/4 7 489 769 415 429 545 849 445 415 409 449 465<br />

Apt 2/4: 3share£9<br />

Apt 3/5 7 489 769 415 429 545 849 445 415 409 449 465<br />

Apt 3/5: 4 share £6, 3 share £15<br />

Apt 3/6 7 479 759 405 419 535 839 435 405 399 439 455<br />

Apt 3/6: 5 share £4, 4 share £11, 3 share £22,<br />

Chalet Belvedere<br />

R47C04 Chalet Board Chalet 7 725 909 505 519 539 1045 529 505 499 535 759<br />

Chalet: Sole use of twin £21, 3rd & 4th Adult redn. £19<br />

25%<br />

Chalet Karin<br />

R47C00 Chalet Board Chalet 7 699 879 489 499 519 1009 515 485 479 519 735<br />

Chalet: Sole use of twin £21, 3rd & 4th Adult redn. £18<br />

25%<br />

Prices are a guide only & will be confirmed on enquiry. Adult prices in £ sterling start from the amounts shown & apply to selected flight departures between each date range based on current charges & costs. Prices may go up or down & supplements (e.g. flight &/or fuel), or reductions may apply. Supplements ‘from’ are based on low season dates. For full details on how to price your holiday, charges,<br />

supplements & surcharges see ‘Your Holiday Price’ page 368. For important Holiday Information & Booking Conditions see pages 368 - 385. †Some facilities may incur a local charge. LOW 02-29Jan,13Mar-02Apr.MID 19-25Dec,30Jan-12Feb,20Feb-12Mar,03-10Apr.HIGH 26 Dec - 01 Jan, 13 - 19 Feb. NS179a<br />

LIFT PASS (6 DAYS) LS HS<br />

Adult (born 29/11/44 - 28/11/93) .............. £179 £205<br />

Youth (born 29/11/93 - 27/11/01) ............. £139 £159<br />

Child (born after 28/11/01) ........................ FREE FREE<br />

Senior (born before 28/11/44) ................... £165 £189<br />

HS-26Dec-8Jan,6Feb-12Mar.LS-Allotherdates.Lift<br />

pass covers the Dolomiti Superski ski area, including the<br />

Marmolada glacier. e3 keycard deposit to be paid locally.<br />

<strong>SKI</strong>ER’S PACK (6 DAYS) LS HS<br />

Adult - Complete Beginner†† ..................... £339 £369<br />

Adult - Intermediate ................................... £349 £379<br />

Ski Pack Ages: Adult = (born 29/11/44 - 28/11/93) Includes:<br />

5 days x 2hrs tuition, 6 days lift pass & 6 days standard ski &<br />

boot hire. HS - 26 Dec - 8 Jan, 6 Feb - 12 Mar. LS - All other<br />

dates. e3 keycard deposit to be paid locally.<br />

NEILSON CHALET BELVEDERE<br />

Located adjacent to Chalet Brigitta, in a great position overlooking the<br />

village centre 200m away. With just a 300m walk to the lifts, it’s an ideal<br />

base for you and your friends. <strong>The</strong> Belvedere is the perfect choice if you<br />

enjoy the homely feel of a chalet.<br />

FIRST FLOOR: Dining room with<br />

small lounge area and balcony. Twin<br />

bedroom with an extra bed, shower,<br />

wc and balcony. Two twin<br />

bedrooms with shower and wc. One<br />

of these is ‘L’ shaped & is slightly<br />

smaller, available at a reduction.<br />

SECOND FLOOR: This floor is<br />

accessed by an external covered<br />

staircase. Two twin attic bedrooms<br />

(one has an extra bed), both with<br />

shower and wc. All rooms have<br />

satellite TV, safe and hairdryer.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Chalet Board. Daily<br />

breakfast, afternoon tea with freshly<br />

baked cake and home cooked three<br />

course evening meal on six nights<br />

served with wine and after dinner<br />

coffee.<br />

NEILSON CHALET KARIN<br />

<strong>SNOWBOARD</strong>ER’S PACK<br />

Please note, snowboarder’s packs are not available in this resort.<br />

Snowboard and boot hire is pre-bookable.<br />

Snowboard tuition is available in resort.<br />

ARABBA <strong>SKI</strong> PACK<br />

Chalet staff live out.<br />

Children are welcome when part of<br />

a group booking the whole chalet.<br />

Generous discounts or free places<br />

may apply when sharing a room<br />

with 2 adults.<br />

PROPERTY CODE: R47C04<br />

Enjoying an enviable position overlooking the central village square,<br />

right in the heart of Arabba, Chalet Karin occupies the three floors<br />

above a popular après ski café/bar. <strong>The</strong> nearest ski lift is just 50m away<br />

or 300m to the main cable car linking into the Sella Ronda circuit.<br />

FIRST FLOOR: Dining area, two<br />

Austrian twin bedrooms with shower<br />

and wc, one has a balcony.<br />

SECOND FLOOR: Small lounge<br />

area, three Austrian twin bedrooms<br />

all with shower and wc, one with a<br />

balcony.<br />

THIRD FLOOR: A three bedded attic<br />

bedroom with a sloping ceiling,<br />

bath, shower and wc.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Chalet Board. Daily<br />

buffet breakfast, afternoon tea with<br />

freshly baked cake and a home<br />

cooked three course evening meal<br />

on six nights served with wine and<br />

after dinner coffee.<br />

Chalet staff live out.<br />

Children are welcome when part of<br />

a group booking the whole chalet.<br />

Generous discounts or free places<br />

may apply when sharing a room<br />

with 2 adults.<br />

PROPERTY CODE: R47C00<br />

<strong>SKI</strong>/BOARD EQUIPMENT (6 DAYS) ADULT CHILD*<br />

Skis & boots standard ................................. £69 £45<br />

Skis & boots superior .................................. £85 -<br />

Skis only standard ...................................... £39 -<br />

Skis only superior ....................................... £59 -<br />

Snowboard & boots standard .................... £85 £59<br />

Snowboard only standard .......................... £55 -<br />

Helmet** .................................................... - FREE<br />

*Child skis & boots = 4-12yrs, Child board & boots = 8-12yrs<br />

**Child equipment hire includes helmet hire.<br />

ARABBA – ITALY<br />

Neilson Rating •••+<br />

Neilson Rating •••+<br />

Child %<br />

discount<br />

<strong>SKI</strong>/BOARD TUITION LS HS<br />

Adult ski school (5x2hrs) ............................ £125 £135<br />

Child ski school (5x2hrs) ............................. £139 £145<br />

HS-26Dec-8Jan,6Feb-12Mar.LS-Allotherdates.<br />

Child ski school = 4-12yrs.<br />

IMPORTANT: †† Complete beginner = Ability Level 0, Intermediate = Ability Level 1-4. Ability levels must be stated at the time of booking - see page 13 for details. Special Offers may be withdrawn at any time. Prices are in £s and are approximate - please see reservation system, our website or call us for more details.<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk/arabba call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Sleeps 10-12 people<br />

5 bedrooms<br />

All bedrooms ensuite<br />

Log fire<br />

Free afternoon tea<br />

Free wine served with<br />

dinner<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Sleeps 12-13 people<br />

6 bedrooms<br />

All bedrooms ensuite<br />

Free afternoon tea<br />

Free wine served with<br />

dinner<br />

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ITALY – CANAZEI & CAMPITELLO<br />

“<strong>The</strong>se villages are<br />

an ideal launch pad<br />

into the immense<br />

‘Dolomiti Superski’<br />

area...and the<br />

cosmopolitan<br />

atmosphere is as<br />

lively or sedate as<br />

you want.”<br />

BEGINNERS<br />

INTERMEDIATES<br />

ADVANCED<br />

OFF-PISTE<br />

NON <strong>SKI</strong>ERS<br />

FAMILIES<br />

NIGHTLIFE<br />

MOUNTAIN<br />

Skiing Altitude 1390m-3342m<br />

Resort Altitude 1300m<br />

Pistes 220km locally, 1220km area<br />

Number of Runs 30<br />

25% 67% 8%<br />

Number of Lifts 84<br />

Drags 27 / Chairs 45 / Gondolas 7<br />

Cable Cars 2<br />

Longest Run 6.5km<br />

Direction of Slopes N/S/E/W<br />

Terrain Parks yes<br />

Cross Country Trails 70km<br />

Night Skiing yes<br />

Mountain Restaurants 60<br />

Snowmaking 90% runs covered<br />

Resort Ski Bus yes, local fee<br />

Linked Resorts Val Gardena,<br />

Val di Fassa, Alta Badia<br />

FAMILY<br />

Fair Excellent<br />

Babycare 18-23m (Canazei)<br />

n/a (Campitello)<br />

Crèche 2-4yrs (Canazei)<br />

See Hotel Gran Chalet Soreghes<br />

(Campitello)<br />

Ski Kindergarten 4-5yrs (Canazei)<br />

n/a (Campitello)<br />

See page 373 or<br />

neilson.co.uk/childcare for more info.<br />

TRAVEL<br />

Departure Airports<br />

Gatwick, Manchester & Belfast<br />

Destination Airport Brescia<br />

Season 19 Dec-6 Mar<br />

Departure Day Saturday<br />

Flight Guide see page 384<br />

Transfer Time 3hrs 30mins<br />

Private Taxi Transfers Available - please<br />

call us for details<br />

Self Drive see page 368<br />

<strong>SKI</strong> LEADING • SELF DRIVE • GOOD FOR FAMILIES • GLACIER<br />

<strong>The</strong> resorts of Canazei and Campitello<br />

sit alongside each other a couple of<br />

kilometres apart, situated at 1300m<br />

in the Val di Fassa, a steep sided<br />

glaciated valley out of which rise<br />

some of the highest peaks in the<br />

Dolomites. <strong>The</strong>se villages are an ideal<br />

launchpad into the immense<br />

‘Dolomiti Superski’ area, where<br />

intermediate skiers will love the<br />

hundreds of miles of piste on offer<br />

just waiting to be explored.<br />

This area is popular with a host of<br />

different nationalities so you’re as<br />

likely to hear Dutch, German and<br />

Swedish being spoken in the bars and<br />

restaurants as Italian! This<br />

cosmopolitan atmosphere is as lively<br />

or sedate as you want. Canazei and<br />

Campitello also offer some of the best<br />

value accommodation we have on<br />

offer in the Dolomites.<br />

ACTIVITIES<br />

• Ice Skating<br />

• Indoor Swimming Pool<br />

• Parapenting<br />

• Ice Hockey<br />

• Helicopter Rides<br />

LIFT PASS & TUITION<br />

PRICE PROMISE<br />

See page 371<br />

ICE HOCKEY<br />

floor. Canazei & Campitello are<br />

At a stadium just a few kilometres<br />

a great place to try cross<br />

away, the local ‘Fassa-Levoni’ ice<br />

country for the first time.<br />

hockey team hosts many matches ICE CLIMBING<br />

throughout the season.<br />

It’s a great evening out and an<br />

opportunity to watch an exciting<br />

sport.<br />

This area is well-known for its<br />

ice climbing. Frozen waterfalls<br />

provide challenging climbing<br />

for even the experts. Three<br />

CROSS COUNTRY <strong>SKI</strong>ING<br />

schools provide excursions and<br />

After just a short lesson, you’ll be<br />

lessons for beginners through<br />

starting to explore over 70km of trails<br />

snaking their way through the valley<br />

to experts.


CANAZEI & CAMPITELLO – ITALY<br />

HOTEL STELLA MONTIS (CAMPITELLO)<br />

Based in Campitello, the hotel looks out over the village centre, 500m<br />

away. <strong>The</strong> hotel also runs its own shuttle bus service to & from the<br />

cable car, 900m away. <strong>The</strong> wellness facilities & the recent refurbishment<br />

of the whole hotel makes this a great place to stay.<br />

FACILITIES†: Bar •Restaurant •Free<br />

use of indoor pool, sauna and steam<br />

room •Hot tub<br />

ROOMS (2-4 PEOPLE): Modern and<br />

well thought out rooms with<br />

Austrian twin beds & a sofa bed that<br />

can be turned into bunk beds (top<br />

bunk is only suitable for children<br />

under 12yrs). All rooms are<br />

equipped with hairdryer, minibar,<br />

telephone, TV, terrace or balcony,<br />

shower and wc.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board.<br />

Continental buffet breakfast and<br />

four course evening meal. Weekly<br />

gala dinner. Christmas & New Year<br />

meals included.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 47<br />

PROPERTY CODE: R51H05<br />

SCHLOSS HOTEL DOLOMITI (CANAZEI)<br />

A wonderful, lively traditional hotel, sitting right in the centre of<br />

Canazei, full of classic Tyrolean charm. <strong>The</strong> style is continued<br />

throughout the hotel with domed ceilings in the lobby & dining rooms,<br />

a cosy stube bar & comfortable rooms. <strong>The</strong> Dolomiti is 350m from the<br />

Belvedere gondola and 100m from the ski bus stop.<br />

FACILITIES†: Stube bar •Restaurant<br />

•Sauna •Mini gym •Hot tub •Lively<br />

nightclub •Ski locker •Wifi<br />

FOR FAMILIES: Games room •Film<br />

nights<br />

ROOMS (2-3 PEOPLE): Double<br />

rooms, some with extra sofa bed,<br />

have hairdryer, TV, shower and wc.<br />

Single rooms on request at a<br />

supplement.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board.<br />

Extended buffet breakfast and four<br />

course evening meal with salad<br />

buffet. Christmas & New Year meals<br />

included.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 92<br />

PROPERTY CODE: R49H01<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk/canazeicampitello call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

Neilson Rating ••••<br />

INDOOR POOL<br />

WELLNESS AREA<br />

FOUR OR MORE<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free use of indoor pool,<br />

sauna & steam room<br />

Free shuttle bus service<br />

Special discount 2-5yrs:<br />

£250 HS; £150<br />

Neilson Rating •••+<br />

CENTRAL LOCATION<br />

GOOD FOR GROUPS<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Guests can purchase a<br />

€19 club card locally<br />

which gives access to<br />

leisure and fitness<br />

facilities in Park Hotel<br />

Caminetto 500m away<br />

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ITALY – CANAZEI & CAMPITELLO<br />

Basic Holiday Prices in £s per adult from<br />

the amounts shown.<br />

Hotel Stella Montis<br />

19 Dec- 26 Dec- 02 Jan- 23 Jan- 06 Feb- 13 Feb- 20 Feb- 06 Mar-<br />

Nts 25 Dec 01 Jan 22 Jan 05 Feb 12 Feb 19 Feb 05 Mar 12 Mar<br />

Supplements in £s per person per night from:<br />

(Unless otherwise stated)<br />

Room 2/4: Sole use of twin £51, 3rd & 4th Adult redn. £8<br />

R51H05 Half Board Room 2/4 7 609 869 549 559 595 865 589 545<br />

25%<br />

Schloss Hotel Dolomiti<br />

R49H01 Half Board Room 2/3 7 619 1065 525 535 625 999 675 519<br />

Room 2/3: Single room £10, Sole use of twin £53, 3rd & 4th<br />

Adult redn. £26<br />

25%<br />

Hotel Grand Chalet Soreghes<br />

R51H02 Half Board Room 2/3 7 625 1069 619 629 705 1005 699 615<br />

Room 2/3: Sole use of twin £52, 3rd & 4th Adult redn. £27<br />

25%<br />

Park Hotel Il Caminetto<br />

R49H03 Half Board Room 2/3 7 569 885 495 505 569 855 615 489<br />

Room 2/3: Single room £8, Sole use of twin £44, 3rd & 4th<br />

Adult redn. £22<br />

25%<br />

Hotel Fiordaliso<br />

R49H09 Half Board Room 2/3 7 - 789 449 535 569 829 559 529<br />

Room 2/3: Sole use of twin £43, 3rd & 4th Adult redn. £3<br />

25%<br />

Prices are a guide only & will be confirmed on enquiry. Adult prices in £ sterling start from the amounts shown & apply to selected flight departures between each date range based on current charges & costs. Prices may go up or down & supplements (e.g. flight &/or fuel), or reductions may apply. Supplements ‘from’ are based on low season dates. For full details on how to price your holiday, charges,<br />

supplements & surcharges see ‘Your Holiday Price’ page 368. For important Holiday Information & Booking Conditions see pages 368 - 385. †Some facilities may incur a local charge. LOW 02-29Jan,13Mar-02Apr.MID 19-25Dec,30Jan-12Feb,20Feb-12Mar,03-10Apr.HIGH 26 Dec - 01 Jan, 13 - 19 Feb. NS182a<br />

LIFT PASS (6 DAYS) LS HS<br />

Adult (born 29/11/44 - 28/11/93) .............. £179 £205<br />

Youth (born 29/11/93 - 27/11/01) ............. £139 £159<br />

Child (born after 28/11/01) ........................ FREE FREE<br />

Senior (born before 28/11/44) ................... £165 £189<br />

HS-26Dec-8Jan,6Feb-12Mar.LS-Allotherdates.Lift<br />

pass covers the Dolomiti Superski ski area, including the<br />

Marmolada glacier. e3 keycard deposit to be paid locally.<br />

<strong>SKI</strong>ER’S PACK (6 DAYS) LS HS<br />

Adult - Complete Beginner†† ..................... £325 £349<br />

Adult - Intermediate ................................... £335 £359<br />

Ski Pack Ages: Adult =(born 29/11/44 - 28/11/93) Includes:<br />

5 days x 2hrs45mins tuition, 6 days lift pass & 6 days<br />

standard ski & boot hire. HS - 26 Dec - 8 Jan, 6 Feb - 12 Mar.<br />

LS - All other dates. e3 keycard deposit to be paid locally.<br />

HOTEL GRAN CHALET SOREGHES (CAMPITELLO)<br />

In one of the best locations in Campitello less than 200m from the<br />

Rodella cable car, the Soreghes is a comfortable hotel where everything<br />

is within easy reach. A great choice for those who want the<br />

convenience of being close to the lifts while also being in a central<br />

position within the resort centre.<br />

FACILITIES†: Bar/lounge<br />

•Restaurant •Saunas •Steam room<br />

•‘Endless’ resistance indoor pool<br />

•Hot tub •Small gym •Beauty salon<br />

FOR FAMILIES: Children’s playroom<br />

and mini club from 4yrs open 9am-<br />

6pm.<br />

ROOMS (2-3 PEOPLE): Double<br />

rooms, some with a sofa bed, have<br />

hairdryer, satellite TV, safe, minibar,<br />

PARK HOTEL CAMINETTO (CANAZEI)<br />

This is a large traditional hotel which hosts lots of entertainment events<br />

throughout the week, from shows to casino nights, many of which take<br />

place in its own 600 seat auditorium! It is 1km from the Belvedere<br />

gondola in Canazei, & about 700m from the resort centre. <strong>The</strong> ski bus<br />

stop is just outside the hotel on the main road.<br />

FACILITIES†: Bar •TV room<br />

•Restaurant •Indoor pool •Sauna<br />

•Hot tub •Steam room •Fitness<br />

room •Wifi<br />

ROOMS (2-3 PEOPLE): Comfortable<br />

rooms with double or twin beds,<br />

some with extra bed, satellite TV,<br />

bath or shower & wc. Single rooms<br />

on request at a supplement.<br />

HOTEL FIORDALISO (CANAZEI)<br />

<strong>SNOWBOARD</strong>ER’S PACK (6 DAYS) LS HS<br />

Adult - Complete Beginner†† ..................... £385 £385<br />

Adult - Intermediate ................................... £395 £399<br />

Snowboard Pack Ages: Adult = (born 29/11/44 - 28/11/93)<br />

Includes: 5 days x 2hrs30mins tuition, 6 days lift pass & 6<br />

days standard snowboard & boot hire. HS - 26 Dec - 8 Jan, 6<br />

Feb - 12 Mar. LS - All other dates. e3 keycard deposit to be<br />

paid locally.<br />

CANAZEI <strong>SKI</strong> PACK<br />

- For Campitello see reservations system.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board. Buffet<br />

breakfast with hot option & four<br />

course evening meal with salad<br />

buffet. Christmas & New Year meals<br />

included.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 82<br />

PROPERTY CODE: R49H03<br />

A charming, traditional property situated in a quiet area 500m from the<br />

centre of Canazei. <strong>The</strong> hotel is family-run and offers a warm, welcoming<br />

atmosphere and good facilities. <strong>The</strong> nearest ski lift is 900m away, served<br />

by the local ski bus which stops 50m away.<br />

FACILITIES†: Breakfast room<br />

•Dining room •Wellness area with<br />

aromatic shower, hot tub, sauna and<br />

steam room<br />

ROOMS (2-3 PEOPLE): Double or<br />

twin rooms, which can take a single<br />

sofa bed, have TV, telephone,<br />

hairdryer, shower, wc and balcony.<br />

bath or shower and wc. Sole use of<br />

twin and single rooms on request at<br />

a supplement.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board. Buffet<br />

breakfast and four course evening<br />

meal with menu choice. Christmas<br />

& New Year meals included.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 42<br />

PROPERTY CODE: R51H02<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board. Buffet<br />

breakfast and three-course evening<br />

meal with salad buffet. Christmas<br />

and New Year meals included.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 22<br />

PROPERTY CODE: R49H09<br />

<strong>SKI</strong>/BOARD EQUIPMENT (6 DAYS) ADULT CHILD *<br />

Skis & boots standard ................................. £45 £29<br />

Skis & boots superior .................................. £65 -<br />

Skis only standard ...................................... £39 £25<br />

Skis only superior ....................................... £55 -<br />

Snowboard & boots standard .................... £75 £75<br />

Snowboard only standard .......................... £59 £59<br />

Helmet** .................................................... - FREE<br />

*Child skis & boots = 4-12yrs, *Child board & boots = 8-12yrs.<br />

**Child equipment hire includes helmet hire.<br />

Neilson Rating ••••<br />

CENTRAL LOCATION<br />

INDOOR POOL<br />

WELLNESS AREA<br />

GOOD FOR FAMILIES<br />

CHILDREN’S CLUB<br />

Neilson Rating •••<br />

INDOOR POOL<br />

WELLNESS AREA<br />

Neilson Rating •••<br />

WELLNESS AREA<br />

Child %<br />

discount<br />

<strong>SKI</strong>/BOARD TUITION<br />

Adult ski school (5x2hrs45m) ..................................... £119<br />

Child ski school (5x2hrs45m) ...................................... £119<br />

Snowboard school (5x2hrs30m) ................................. £119<br />

Child ski school = 5-12yrs. Snowboard school = 8yrs+.<br />

IMPORTANT: †† Complete beginner = Ability Level 0, Intermediate = Ability Level 1-4. Ability levels must be stated at the time of booking - see page 13 for details. Special Offers may be withdrawn at any time. Prices are in £s and are approximate - please see reservation system, our website or call us for more details.<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk/canazeicampitello call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent


<strong>SKI</strong> LEADING • SELF DRIVE • GLACIER<br />

ACTIVITIES<br />

• Ice Skating<br />

• Bowling<br />

• Sports Centre<br />

• Snowshoeing<br />

• Cleared Walking Trails<br />

• Toboganning<br />

• Sleigh Rides<br />

PARAPENTING<br />

Experience the Dolomites<br />

without an engine. Securely<br />

strapped to your experienced<br />

instructor, you’ll get to see some of the<br />

most stunning scenery in Europe from<br />

a bird’s eye view.<br />

SNOWSHOEING<br />

Forget tennis rackets strapped to your<br />

feet, snowshoes these days have<br />

improved. Take the opportunity to<br />

float across the top of the snow and<br />

into the otherwise inaccessible<br />

woodlands of Val Gardena.<br />

SELVA, ST CRISTINA & ORTISEI – ITALY<br />

Selva is one of the three villages lying<br />

in the valley known as ‘Val Gardena’.<br />

It is the highest at an altitude of<br />

1563m and lies on the famous ‘Sella<br />

Ronda’ circuit. You will see many<br />

skiers crossing the road in both<br />

directions as they complete the<br />

amazing 26km day-long tour. It is<br />

also a good base from which to do a<br />

day trip to Cortina. Val Gardena<br />

encompasses Selva, St Cristina and<br />

Ortisei and is the most famous<br />

Dolomiti ski destination, regularly<br />

hosting world cup downhill races.<br />

LIFT PASS & TUITION<br />

PRICE PROMISE<br />

See page 371<br />

Selva itself is a fairly small town that<br />

thrives during the winter months<br />

from the skiers both staying there &<br />

passing through each day. It is<br />

popular with the British who enjoy<br />

the local après-ski in the cosy bars<br />

dotted around the resort. <strong>The</strong> bus<br />

service is regular & efficient - running<br />

up & down the valley floor<br />

throughout the day, connecting to St<br />

Cristina & Ortisei.<br />

“Lying in the Val<br />

Gardena valley,<br />

Selva, St Cristina<br />

and Ortisei lie on<br />

the famous Sella<br />

Ronda circuit and<br />

are a good base for<br />

a day trip to<br />

Cortina.”<br />

BEGINNERS<br />

INTERMEDIATES<br />

ADVANCED<br />

OFF-PISTE<br />

NON <strong>SKI</strong>ERS<br />

FAMILIES<br />

NIGHTLIFE<br />

Fair Excellent<br />

MOUNTAIN<br />

Skiing Altitude 1563m-3342m locally<br />

Resort Altitude 1563m<br />

Pistes 175km locally, 1220km area<br />

Number of runs 58<br />

35% 60% 10%<br />

Number of Lifts 82<br />

Drags 27 / Chairs 45 / Gondolas 7<br />

Cable Cars 2<br />

Direction of Slopes N/S/E/W<br />

Cross Country Trails 98km<br />

Mountain Restaurants 18<br />

Snowmaking 86%<br />

Linked resorts Marmolada,<br />

St Cristina, Ortisei, Corvara,<br />

Arabba, Canazei/Campitello<br />

FAMILY<br />

Babycare 0-23m (Selva)<br />

n/a (St Cristina)<br />

5-23m (Ortisei)<br />

Crèche 2-4yrs (Selva)<br />

2-5yrs (St Cristina)<br />

2-8yrs (Ortisei)<br />

Ski Kindergarten 4yrs (Selva)<br />

3-5yrs (St Cristina)<br />

3-4yrs (Ortisei)<br />

See page 373 or<br />

neilson.co.uk/childcare for more info.<br />

TRAVEL<br />

Departure Airports<br />

Gatwick, Manchester & Belfast<br />

Destination Airport Brescia<br />

Season 19 Dec-6 Mar<br />

Departure Day Saturday<br />

Flight Guide see page 384<br />

Transfer Time 3hrs 30mins<br />

Private Taxi Transfers Available - please<br />

call us for details<br />

Self Drive see page 368<br />

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HOTEL FLORA (SELVA)<br />

This small friendly hotel sits centrally in Selva town, just 500m away<br />

from the nearest lift which connects directly into the Sella Ronda circuit<br />

& ski school meeting point. <strong>The</strong> ski bus stop is 50m away. <strong>The</strong> hotel<br />

enjoys a modern layout and design sympathetic to its historic<br />

surroundings. <strong>The</strong> cosy bar and dining room form the focus during the<br />

evening and the hotel is a great launch pad from which to explore the<br />

Dolomites.<br />

FACILITIES†: Restaurant •Bar<br />

•Heated ski storage<br />

ROOMS (2-3 PEOPLE): Modern and<br />

comfortable double rooms, some<br />

with a sofa bed, have safe, satellite<br />

TV, internet connection, hairdryer<br />

and bath or shower and wc. Some<br />

rooms have a balcony shared with<br />

the adjacent room Single room<br />

available on request at a supplement.<br />

HOTEL AARITZ (SELVA)<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board. Buffet<br />

breakfast and four course evening<br />

meal. Christmas & New Year meals<br />

included.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 19<br />

PROPERTY CODE: RB2H00<br />

Furnished to a high standard with great facilities and friendly staff, the<br />

Hotel Aaritz boasts a fantastic central location in Selva opposite the<br />

main gondola, the Ciampinoi, which offers direct access to worldfamous<br />

Sella Ronda ski circuit. Selva’s local bars, restaurants and shops<br />

are all nearby.<br />

FACILITIES†: Lounge area with<br />

open fire •Bar •Restaurant •Free use<br />

of indoor pool, sauna, hot tub and<br />

fitness room •Massage •Internet<br />

point<br />

ROOMS (2 PEOPLE): Double<br />

rooms, which can take a third bed,<br />

with satellite TV, telephone, safe,<br />

hairdryer, bath or shower, wc and<br />

balcony.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board. Buffet<br />

breakfast and four-course evening<br />

meal with a choice of main, salad &<br />

dessert buffet. Christmas & New<br />

Year Gala meals included.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 37<br />

PROPERTY CODE: RB2H04<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk/selvastcristinaortisei call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

Neilson Rating •••+<br />

Neilson Rating ••••<br />

CENTRAL LOCATION<br />

INDOOR POOL<br />

WELLNESS AREA<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free use of indoor pool,<br />

sauna, hot tub and<br />

fitness room


SELVA, ST CRISTINA & ORTISEI – ITALY<br />

HOTEL DIAMANT SPORT & WELLNESS (ST<br />

CRISTINA)<br />

This friendly family-run hotel has been newly renovated and is a<br />

modern Alpine style property with excellent facilities. <strong>The</strong> hotel is<br />

situated at the entrance to St. Cristina, only a short bus ride from the<br />

slopes and the resort centre. <strong>The</strong> local ski bus stops outside the hotel<br />

and serves the Val Gardena valley. A complimentary hotel run shuttle<br />

bus operates to St. Cristina every morning and afternoon 8am-11am &<br />

3pm–5pm.<br />

FACILITIES†: Bar •Restaurant<br />

•Lounge area<br />

SPA FEATURES†: Free use of<br />

1300m 2 wellness area with indoor<br />

pool, hydro massage pool, outdoor<br />

hot tub, Tyrolean, herbal, bio and<br />

infrared saunas, steam room, fitness<br />

room & relaxation areas •Beauty &<br />

massage treatments.<br />

Important information about spa<br />

facilities - see page 375<br />

FOR FAMILIES: Children’s indoor<br />

pool •Children’s playroom •Games<br />

room with table tennis, table<br />

football & billiards<br />

ROOMS (2-4 PEOPLE): Standard<br />

double rooms with satellite TV,<br />

telephone, safe, hairdryer, shower<br />

and wc. Superior double rooms and<br />

junior suites with a double bed and<br />

two extra beds in a sitting area<br />

available at a supplement.<br />

ALPENHOTEL PLAZA (ST CRISTINA)<br />

This traditional Tyrolean style hotel is ideally situated in the centre of St.<br />

Cristina and only 200m from the nearest lift and access to the<br />

Sellaronda. <strong>The</strong> hotel offers comfortable accommodation, a relaxing<br />

atmosphere and great facilities. <strong>The</strong> local ski bus stops 20m away.<br />

FACILITIES†: Bar •Dining room & à<br />

la carte restaurant •Wellness area<br />

including small indoor swimming<br />

pool, steam room, hot tub,<br />

relaxation area, infrared sauna &<br />

Finnish sauna<br />

FOR FAMILIES: Children’s playroom<br />

ROOMS (2-4 PEOPLE): One double<br />

and two single sofa beds, telephone,<br />

TV, safe, shower and wc.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board. Buffet<br />

breakfast and dinner with 3 choices<br />

of menu, starter, salad, cheese and<br />

dessert buffet. Weekly Tyrolean<br />

dinner and gourmet dinner with<br />

wine tasting. Christmas & New Year<br />

meals included. New Year Gala meal<br />

available at a supplement.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 40<br />

PROPERTY CODE: RB1H04<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board. Buffet<br />

breakfast and extensive buffet style<br />

evening meal with salad buffet.<br />

Christmas & New Year meals<br />

included.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 27<br />

PROPERTY CODE: RB1H05<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk/selvastcristinaortisei call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

Neilson Rating ••••<br />

INDOOR POOL<br />

WELLNESS AREA<br />

GOOD FOR FAMILIES<br />

FAMILY ROOMS<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free daily après ski<br />

snacks including a<br />

selection of sliced<br />

meats, yoghurt and fruit<br />

(daily 3pm-5pm)<br />

Free hotel-run shuttle<br />

bus service<br />

Free use of indoor pool<br />

& wellness area<br />

A handpicked selection of hotels<br />

offering first class spa facilities<br />

Neilson Rating ••••<br />

CENTRAL LOCATION<br />

INDOOR POOL<br />

WELLNESS AREA<br />

FOUR OR MORE<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free use of wellness<br />

area & small indoor<br />

pool<br />

185


186<br />

ITALY – SELVA, ST CRISTINA & ORTISEI<br />

ST CRISTINA - PART OF ‘VAL GARDENA’<br />

Lying in between Selva & Ortisei<br />

is the smaller, more village like<br />

hamlet of St Cristina. It touches<br />

Selva at its northern end & lies at<br />

1428m. It’s a good base for keen<br />

skiers as there are a number of<br />

runs coming back to the village<br />

HOTEL PICCOLO (SELVA)<br />

This is a charming, comfortable family-run hotel, lying just 200m from<br />

Selva resort centre. It has fantastic views of the surrounding mountains<br />

on all sides and offers comfortable rooms & good facilities. <strong>The</strong> nearest<br />

ski lifts are 300m away and there is a hotel operated shuttle-bus to get<br />

you to & from the slopes each day leaving every 30 minutes between 9<br />

and 11am. Snow permitting, it is possible to ski back to within 100m of<br />

the hotel.<br />

FACILITIES†: Restaurant •Cosy<br />

lounge & bar with open fire •Free<br />

use of indoor pool, sauna and steam<br />

room •Hot tub •Heated ski room<br />

ROOMS (2-3 PEOPLE): Comfortable<br />

Austrian twin rooms with extra<br />

bed/sofa bed, telephone, satellite<br />

TV, hairdryer, balcony, bath or<br />

shower and wc.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board.<br />

Continental breakfast & five course<br />

evening meal either waiter or buffet<br />

service. Speciality evenings twice a<br />

week. Christmas & New Year meals<br />

included.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 30<br />

PROPERTY CODE: RB2H02<br />

HOTEL WOLKENSTEIN (ST CRISTINA)<br />

<strong>The</strong> Hotel Wolkenstein is centrally located in St. Cristina and 300m from<br />

the nearest lift. It is a friendly & jolly hotel, and the two bars mean that<br />

there is plenty going on in the evening! It is ideal if your après-ski is as<br />

important as the skiing itself. <strong>The</strong> ski bus stop is 160m away. Children<br />

under 16 years are not recommended to stay here.<br />

FACILITIES†: •Two bars •Restaurant<br />

•Nightclub •Free use of sauna &<br />

steam room •Hot tub<br />

ROOMS (2-3 PEOPLE): Austrian<br />

twin rooms have TV, telephone,<br />

bath or shower and wc. Rooms with<br />

a balcony and larger rooms with an<br />

extra bed at a supplement.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board. Buffet<br />

breakfast and three course evening<br />

meal. Christmas & New Years meals<br />

included.<br />

and the ‘Val Gardena Ronda<br />

Express’ is just down the hill.<br />

<strong>The</strong>re is a smaller choice of aprèsski<br />

venues compared to its<br />

neighbours, but plenty to keep<br />

most people happily occupied.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 48<br />

PROPERTY CODE: RB1H00<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk/selvastcristinaortisei call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

That said, the Hotel<br />

Wolkenstein is at the heart<br />

of this village, with its lively<br />

bars and friendly welcome<br />

for all, you’re not likely to<br />

want anything else.<br />

Neilson Rating ••••<br />

CENTRAL LOCATION<br />

INDOOR POOL<br />

WELLNESS AREA<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free hotel-run ski bus<br />

(9am-11am)<br />

Free use of indoor pool,<br />

sauna & steam room<br />

Neilson Rating •••<br />

CENTRAL LOCATION<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free use of sauna &<br />

steam room


Basic Holiday Prices in £s per adult from<br />

the amounts shown.<br />

Hotel Flora<br />

19 Dec- 26 Dec- 02 Jan- 23 Jan- 06 Feb- 13 Feb- 20 Feb- 06 Mar-<br />

Nts 25 Dec 01 Jan 22 Jan 05 Feb 12 Feb 19 Feb 05 Mar 12 Mar<br />

Supplements in £s per person per night from:<br />

(Unless otherwise stated)<br />

Room 2/3: Single room £51, 3rd & 4th Adult redn. £12<br />

RB2H00 Half Board Room 2/3 7 669 809 535 549 625 889 619 535<br />

25%<br />

Hotel Aaritz<br />

Room 2: Sole use of twin £111, 3rd & 4th Adult redn. £18<br />

RB2H04 Half Board Room 2 7 1119 1489 929 1055 1219 1529 1215 935<br />

25%<br />

Hotel Diamant Sport & Wellness<br />

RB1H04 Half Board Room 2/4 7 925 1215 709 755 905 1209 899 849<br />

Room 2/4: Soleuseoftwin£83,Superiorroom£6,Junior<br />

suite £11, 3rd & 4th Adult redn. £13<br />

25%<br />

Alpenhotel Plaza<br />

RB1H05 Half Board Room 2/4 7 979 - 805 819 1055 1279 1049 805<br />

Room 2/4: Sole use of twin £89, 3rd & 4th Adult redn. £16<br />

25%<br />

Hotel Piccolo<br />

Room 2/3: Sole use of twin £75, 3rd & 4th Adult redn. £6<br />

RB2H02 Half Board Room 2/3 7 939 1409 689 705 875 1139 869 689<br />

25%<br />

Hotel Wolkenstein<br />

RB1H00 Half Board Room 2/3 7 565 725 509 515 605 755 529 499<br />

Room 2/3: Sole use of twin £45, Balcony £6, Larger room £8,<br />

3rd & 4th Adult redn. £11<br />

35%<br />

Hotel Genziana<br />

RB4H00 Half Board Room 2/3 7 959 1199 745 755 905 1175 899 789<br />

Room 2/3: Single room £22, Sole use of twin £83, Superior<br />

room £4, 3rd & 4th Adult redn. £13<br />

25%<br />

Prices are a guide only & will be confirmed on enquiry. Adult prices in £ sterling start from the amounts shown & apply to selected flight departures between each date range based on current charges & costs. Prices may go up or down & supplements (e.g. flight &/or fuel), or reductions may apply. Supplements ‘from’ are based on low season dates. For full details on how to price your holiday, charges,<br />

supplements & surcharges see ‘Your Holiday Price’ page 368. For important Holiday Information & Booking Conditions see pages 368 - 385. †Some facilities may incur a local charge. LOW 02-29Jan,13Mar-02Apr.MID 19-25Dec,30Jan-12Feb,20Feb-12Mar,03-10Apr.HIGH 26 Dec - 01 Jan, 13 - 19 Feb. NS187a<br />

LIFT PASS (6 DAYS) LS HS<br />

Adult (born 29/11/44 - 28/11/93) .............. £179 £205<br />

Youth (born 29/11/93 - 27/11/01) ............. £139 £159<br />

Child (born after 28/11/01) ........................ FREE FREE<br />

Senior (born before 28/11/44) ................... £165 £189<br />

HS-26Dec-8Jan,6Feb-12Mar.LS-Allotherdates.Lift<br />

pass covers the Dolomiti Superski ski area, including the<br />

Marmolada glacier. e3 keycard deposit to be paid locally.<br />

<strong>SKI</strong>ER’S PACK (6 DAYS) LS HS<br />

Adult - Complete Beginner†† ..................... £379 £399<br />

Adult - Intermediate ................................... £389 £409<br />

Ski Pack Ages: Adult =(born 29/11/44 - 28/11/93) Includes:<br />

Adult = (5x3hrs and 1x6hrs) tuition, 6 days lift pass & 6 days<br />

standard ski & boot hire. HS - 26 Dec - 8 Jan, 6 Feb - 12 Mar.<br />

LS - All other dates. e3 keycard deposit to be paid locally.<br />

SELVA, ST CRISTINA & ORTISEI – ITALY<br />

ORTISEI - PART OF ‘VAL GARDENA’<br />

Ortisei is the capital of the Val<br />

Gardena valley and lies at an<br />

altitude of roughly 1200m, right<br />

at the foot of the Siusi Alps. It has<br />

a lively historic centre and easily<br />

accessed ski slopes. Stay at the<br />

Hotel Genziana and an escalator<br />

HOTEL GENZIANA (ORTISEI)<br />

A wonderful, traditional Italian hotel offering excellent friendly service,<br />

well appointed rooms, good facilities and a superb centre of town<br />

location. An ideal choice if you want to enjoy the very best of Ortisei,<br />

superb skiing and a high quality hotel. <strong>The</strong> ski lifts are 200m away.<br />

FACILITIES: Lounge/café •Terrace<br />

•Reading room •Free use of indoor<br />

pool, hot tub, sauna, steam room &<br />

relaxation area •Massage & beauty<br />

treatments available<br />

ROOMS (2-4 PEOPLE): Austrian<br />

twin rooms which can take an extra<br />

bed/sofa bed, have hairdryer,<br />

telephone, safe, TV, minibar,<br />

balcony, bath or shower and wc.<br />

Superior rooms with twin beds and<br />

two extra beds or sofa beds available<br />

at a supplement. Single rooms<br />

available on request at a<br />

supplement.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board. Buffet<br />

breakfast and five course evening<br />

meal. Christmas meals included.<br />

New Year dinner with midnight<br />

<strong>SNOWBOARD</strong>ER’S PACK (6 DAYS) LS HS<br />

Adult - Complete Beginner†† ..................... £369 £399<br />

Adult - Intermediate ................................... £379 £409<br />

Snowboard Pack Ages: Adult = (born 29/11/44 - 28/11/93)<br />

Includes: (5x3hrs and 1x6hrs) tuition, 6 days lift pass & 6<br />

days standard snowboard & boot hire. HS - 26 Dec - 8 Jan, 6<br />

Feb - 12 Mar. LS - All other dates. e3 keycard deposit to be<br />

paid locally.<br />

SELVA <strong>SKI</strong> PACK<br />

- For St Cristina & Ortisei see reservations system.<br />

100m away takes you straight to<br />

the base of the slopes.<br />

Ortisei is a good place to stay for<br />

both skiers and non-skiers. It has<br />

many shops, excellent restaurants,<br />

bars, historic buildings and<br />

churches.<br />

buffet available at a supplement,<br />

payable locally.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 50<br />

PROPERTY CODE: RB4H00<br />

<strong>SKI</strong>/BOARD EQUIPMENT (6 DAYS) ADULT CHILD*<br />

Skis & boots standard ................................. £85 £55<br />

Skis & boots superior .................................. £99 -<br />

Skis only standard ...................................... £65 £45<br />

Skis only superior ....................................... £75 -<br />

Snowboard & boots standard .................... £85 £55<br />

Snowboard only standard .......................... £65 £45<br />

Helmet** .................................................... - FREE<br />

*Child skis & boots = 3-12yrs, *Child board & boots = 8-12yrs.<br />

**Child equipment hire includes helmet hire.<br />

Neilson Rating ••••<br />

CENTRAL LOCATION<br />

INDOOR POOL<br />

WELLNESS AREA<br />

FOUR OR MORE<br />

Child %<br />

discount<br />

<strong>SKI</strong>/BOARD TUITION<br />

Adult ski school (5x3hrs and 1x6hrs) ......................... £135<br />

Child ski school (4x3hrs and 2x6hrs) .......................... £149<br />

Snowboard school (5x3hrs and 1x6hrs) ..................... £135<br />

Child ski school = 5-12yrs. Snowboard school = 8yrs+.<br />

IMPORTANT: †† Complete beginner = Ability Level 0, Intermediate = Ability Level 1-4. Ability levels must be stated at the time of booking - see page 13 for details. Special Offers may be withdrawn at any time. Prices are in £s and are approximate - please see reservation system, our website or call us for more details.<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk/selvastcristinaortisei call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

<strong>The</strong> bus service is regular<br />

and efficient connecting<br />

to Selva and St Cristina<br />

throughout the day.<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free use of indoor pool,<br />

hot tub, sauna, steam<br />

room & relaxation area<br />

Free use of tennis<br />

courts, squash courts &<br />

ice rink in Ortisei<br />

Free entry to ice hockey<br />

games<br />

Free ski guiding every<br />

Sunday<br />

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188<br />

ITALY – CORVARA<br />

“A great launch pad<br />

from which to<br />

explore the rest of<br />

the Dolomiti<br />

Superski area with<br />

ease”<br />

BEGINNERS<br />

INTERMEDIATES<br />

ADVANCED<br />

OFF-PISTE<br />

NON <strong>SKI</strong>ERS<br />

FAMILIES<br />

NIGHTLIFE<br />

Fair Excellent<br />

MOUNTAIN<br />

Skiing Altitude 1568m–2949m locally<br />

Resort Altitude 1568m<br />

Pistes 130km locally, 1220km area<br />

Number of Runs 84<br />

63% 33% 4%<br />

Number of lifts 52<br />

Drags 8 / Chairs 30 / Gondolas 5<br />

Cable Cars 1<br />

Longest Run 16km<br />

Direction of Slopes N,S,E,W<br />

Cross Country Trails 40km<br />

Mountain Restaurants 10<br />

Snowmaking 80% runs covered<br />

Resort Ski Bus yes, local fee<br />

Linked Resorts<br />

Arabba, Val Gardena,<br />

Val di Fassa, Alta Badia<br />

FAMILY<br />

Babycare n/a<br />

Crèche 2-4yrs<br />

Ski Kindergarten 4-8yrs<br />

See page 373 or<br />

neilson.co.uk/childcare for more info.<br />

TRAVEL<br />

Departure Airports<br />

Gatwick, Manchester & Belfast<br />

Destination Airport Brescia<br />

Season 19 Dec-6 Mar<br />

Departure Day Saturday<br />

Flight Guide see page 384<br />

Transfer Time 3hrs 30mins<br />

Private taxi transfers available -<br />

please call us for details<br />

Self Drive See page 368<br />

<strong>SKI</strong> LEADING • SELF DRIVE • GLACIER<br />

Just a 30 minute ski from the<br />

mountainous Arabba, Corvara<br />

spreads out in the Alta Badia region<br />

of the Dolomites. Among the<br />

surrounding craggy peaks, the local<br />

slopes are generally gentle, rolling,<br />

snowy meadows, with most of the<br />

slopes in the immediate vicinity being<br />

blue runs. Ski just 20 minutes away in<br />

any direction and you’ll have opened<br />

up the immense Sella Ronda circuit,<br />

with slopes for all abilities to enjoy.<br />

Off the slopes as the lifts close<br />

Corvara generates a real buzz, with<br />

the Posta Zirm hotel’s infamous<br />

LIFT PASS & TUITION<br />

PRICE PROMISE<br />

See page 371<br />

champagne cocktails getting<br />

ACTIVITIES<br />

WINTER WALKS<br />

everyone into the swing of things.<br />

Corvara is one of our most exclusive<br />

resorts with excellent hotel standards,<br />

fantastic skiing and the Italian<br />

ceremony that is breakfast, lunch and<br />

• Ice Skating<br />

• Helicopter Rides<br />

• Wine Tasting<br />

• Snowshoeing<br />

Alta Badia offers over 60km of<br />

winter walking trails, linking<br />

Corvara to five other resorts in<br />

the area. <strong>The</strong> tourist office<br />

dinner.<br />

• Tobogganing<br />

provides a map of routes and<br />

ICE SKATING<br />

Right at the base of the slopes, the<br />

• Cross Country Skiing<br />

WINE TASTING<br />

also guided walks including a<br />

moonlit snowshoeing<br />

excursion.<br />

resort’s ice rink is a perfect après ski Known as the gourmet centre of the<br />

activity. Robin Cousins’ impersonations Dolomites, this region is home to<br />

accepted!<br />

many winemakers. Learn more about<br />

the very best that Italy has to offer in<br />

an evening of fine wines.


HOTEL SASSONGHER<br />

This is a wonderful hotel, with a fascinating history nestled at the foot<br />

of the Sassongher Massif, enjoying stunning views across Corvara. <strong>The</strong><br />

Hotel Sassongher offers some of the most sought after accommodation<br />

in this resort. It is a hotel to really spoil yourself in, with a choice of<br />

restaurants - from the panoramic main restaurant to the romantic &<br />

cosy ‘Doll stube’ or 500 year old ‘Antler’ room. When you do manage<br />

to tear yourself away from the hotel there is a shuttle bus service to take<br />

you the 800m to the lifts. At the end of the day you can relax in the<br />

hotel’s beautiful spa facility.<br />

FACILITIES†: Piano Bar •Four dining<br />

rooms •Heated ski storage •Library<br />

•Free hotel-run shuttle bus<br />

SPA FEATURES†: Free use of indoor<br />

pool, hot tub, sauna, steam room &<br />

fitness room • Massage,<br />

aromatherapy & beauty treatments<br />

Important information about spa<br />

facilities - see page 375.<br />

FOR FAMILIES: Well-equipped<br />

children’s playroom<br />

ROOMS (2–4 PEOPLE): Beautifully<br />

appointed twin or double rooms<br />

with a sofa bed, satellite TV, phone,<br />

internet access, safe, wc, bath or<br />

shower and balcony. Larger superior<br />

rooms with a double sofa bed at a<br />

supplement.<br />

HOTEL COL ALTO<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk/corvara call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

CORVARA – ITALY<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board. Extensive<br />

buffet breakfast with hot options<br />

and four course evening meal with<br />

menu choice. Christmas & New Year<br />

meals included.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 53<br />

PROPERTY CODE: RB0H03<br />

<strong>The</strong> Hotel Col Alto lies at the base of the home run back into the centre<br />

of Corvara, and boasts one of the best locations in the resort. <strong>The</strong><br />

comfortable hotel with its large sun terrace is complemented by its<br />

spectacular wellness centre, with an array of treatments and facilities to<br />

make you feel completely pampered! <strong>The</strong> hotel is approx 400m from<br />

the lifts & snow conditions permitting, you can ski to the door. A great<br />

place to stay for those who want to make the most of the central<br />

location and spa facilities.<br />

FACILITIES†: Restaurant •Bar •Sun<br />

terrace •Free use of indoor pool,<br />

three saunas, steam room, hot tub,<br />

water beds •Fitness centre<br />

JUNIOR SUITES (2-4 PEOPLE): Well<br />

appointed junior suites with a<br />

double bed and seating area, some<br />

with a sofa bed, TV, hairdryer, safe,<br />

bath or shower, wc and balcony.<br />

Suites with an extra two beds<br />

available at a supplement.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board. Buffet<br />

breakfast and five course evening<br />

meal. Christmas & New Year meals<br />

included.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 93<br />

PROPERTY CODE: RB0H00<br />

Neilson Rating ••••+<br />

INDOOR POOL<br />

WELLNESS AREA<br />

FOUR OR MORE<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free use of indoor pool,<br />

hot tub, sauna, steam<br />

room & fitness room<br />

Massage, aromatherapy<br />

& beauty treatments<br />

available<br />

A handpicked selection of hotels<br />

offering first class spa facilities<br />

Neilson Rating •••+<br />

<strong>SKI</strong> TO YOUR DOOR<br />

CENTRAL LOCATION<br />

INDOOR POOL<br />

WELLNESS AREA<br />

FOUR OR MORE<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free use of indoor pool<br />

and wellness area<br />

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190<br />

ITALY – CORVARA<br />

Basic Holiday Prices in £s per adult from<br />

the amounts shown.<br />

Hotel Sassongher<br />

19 Dec- 26 Dec- 02 Jan- 23 Jan- 06 Feb- 13 Feb- 20 Feb- 06 Mar-<br />

Nts 25 Dec 01 Jan 22 Jan 05 Feb 12 Feb 19 Feb 05 Mar 12 Mar<br />

Supplements in £s per person per night from:<br />

(Unless otherwise stated)<br />

Room 2/4: Sole use of twin £120, Superior room £16,<br />

RB0H03 Half Board Room 2/4 7 1459 1569 1009 1029 1329 1639 1325 865 3rd & 4th Adult redn. £14<br />

25%<br />

Hotel Col Alto<br />

Junior Suite 2/4: Sole use of twin £107, Larger Suite £10,<br />

RB0H00 Half Board Junior Suite 2/4 7 1309 1415 815 965 1089 1515 1085 839 3rd & 4th Adult redn. £17<br />

25%<br />

Garni Ciasa Roch<br />

Room 2: Sole use of twin £42<br />

RB0H05 Bed & Breakfast Room 2 7 595 695 509 525 549 845 545 515<br />

25%<br />

Prices are a guide only & will be confirmed on enquiry. Adult prices in £ sterling start from the amounts shown & apply to selected flight departures between each date range based on current charges & costs. Prices may go up or down & supplements (e.g. flight &/or fuel), or reductions may apply. Supplements ‘from’ are based on low season dates. For full details on how to price your holiday, charges,<br />

supplements & surcharges see ‘Your Holiday Price’ page 368. For important Holiday Information & Booking Conditions see pages 368 - 385. †Some facilities may incur a local charge. LOW 02-29Jan,13Mar-02Apr.MID 19-25Dec,30Jan-12Feb,20Feb-12Mar,03-10Apr.HIGH 26 Dec - 01 Jan, 13 - 19 Feb. NS190a<br />

LIFT PASS (6 DAYS) LS HS<br />

Adult (born 29/11/44 - 28/11/93) .............. £179 £205<br />

Youth (born 29/11/93 - 27/11/01) ............. £139 £159<br />

Child (born after 28/11/01) ........................ FREE FREE<br />

Senior (born before 28/11/44) ................... £165 £189<br />

HS-26Dec-8Jan,6Feb-12Mar.LS-Allotherdates.Lift<br />

pass covers the Dolomiti Superski ski area, including the<br />

Marmolada glacier. e3 keycard deposit to be paid locally.<br />

<strong>SKI</strong>ER’S PACK (6 DAYS) LS HS<br />

Adult - Complete Beginner†† ..................... £359 £379<br />

Adult - Intermediate ................................... £369 £389<br />

Ski Pack Ages: Adult =(born 29/11/44 - 28/11/93) Includes:<br />

5 days x 2hrs45m tuition, 6 days lift pass & 6 days standard<br />

ski & boot hire. HS - 26 Dec - 8 Jan, 6 Feb - 12 Mar. LS - All<br />

other dates. e3 keycard deposit to be paid locally.<br />

GARNI CIASA ROCH<br />

Ciasa Roch is comfortable guesthouse located in a quiet location close<br />

to Corvara resort centre, 200m away and just 300m from the nearest<br />

ski lifts and ski school meeting point. <strong>The</strong> ski bus stops 50m away. An<br />

ideal choice for couples and friends wanting to explore the Dolomiti<br />

superski area.<br />

FACILITIES†: Cosy breakfast room<br />

•Lounge •Small bar<br />

ROOMS (2 PEOPLE): Comfortable<br />

double rooms with TV, safe, shower,<br />

wc and balcony.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Bed & Breakfast.<br />

Continental buffet breakfast.<br />

CORVARA - A CHIC, VIBRANT BASE FOR THE SELLA RONDA<br />

Centred around a piazza, Corvara<br />

offers a real buzz at the end of the<br />

day whether it’s enjoying fine<br />

wines, homemade Italian cakes or<br />

the infamous ‘ski boot tea dance’<br />

<strong>SNOWBOARD</strong>ER’S PACK (6 DAYS) LS HS<br />

Adult - Complete Beginner†† ..................... £395 £419<br />

Adult - Intermediate ................................... £405 £429<br />

Snowboard Pack Ages: Adult = (born 29/11/44 - 28/11/93)<br />

Includes: 5 days x 2hrs tuition, 6 days lift pass & 6 days<br />

standard snowboard & boot hire. HS - 26 Dec - 8 Jan, 6 Feb -<br />

12 Mar. LS - All other dates. e3 keycard deposit to be paid<br />

locally.<br />

CORVARA <strong>SKI</strong> PACK<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 12<br />

PROPERTY CODE: RB0H05<br />

and its famous champagne<br />

cocktails. <strong>The</strong>re are abundant<br />

gentle slopes close to the village<br />

making it great for beginners and<br />

families, and it’s the quick access<br />

<strong>SKI</strong>/BOARD EQUIPMENT (6 DAYS) ADULT CHILD*<br />

Skis & boots standard ................................. £75 £49<br />

Skis & boots superior .................................. £79 -<br />

Skis only standard ...................................... £49 £35<br />

Skis only superior ....................................... £59 -<br />

Snowboard & boots standard .................... £105 £59<br />

Snowboard only standard .......................... £85 £49<br />

Helmet** .................................................... - FREE<br />

*Child skis & boots = 4-12yrs, *Child board & boots = 8-12yrs.<br />

**Child equipment hire includes helmet hire.<br />

Neilson Rating ••<br />

CENTRAL LOCATION<br />

Child %<br />

discount<br />

<strong>SKI</strong>/BOARD TUITION<br />

Adult ski school (5x2hrs45m) ..................................... £129<br />

Child ski school (5x2hrs45m) ...................................... £139<br />

Snowboard school (5x2hrs) ........................................ £145<br />

Child ski school = 5-12yrs. Snowboard school = 8yrs+.<br />

IMPORTANT: †† Complete beginner = Ability Level 0, Intermediate = Ability Level 1-4. Ability levels must be stated at the time of booking - see page 13 for details. Special Offers may be withdrawn at any time. Prices are in £s and are approximate - please see reservation system, our website or call us for more details.<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk/corvara call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

into the Sella Ronda that<br />

makes Corvara so<br />

appealing to<br />

intermediates.


• LEARN TO TURN RESORT • <strong>SKI</strong> LEADING • GOOD FOR FAMILIES<br />

ACTIVITIES<br />

CRON4 SPORTS CENTRE<br />

• Cron4 Sports Centre<br />

This leisure and spa centre provides<br />

• Tobogganing<br />

indoor and outdoor pools, a giant<br />

• Snowbiking<br />

waterslide, a wellness area and a spa<br />

• Snowshoeing<br />

centre offering a host of beauty and<br />

• Cross Country Skiing massage treatments. A great venue for<br />

SNOWBIKING<br />

all the family.<br />

Take a bike, add skis to the<br />

CROSS COUNTRY <strong>SKI</strong>ING<br />

bottom and the result is a This area offers a huge variety of tracks<br />

snowbike which allows you to totaling 200km of trails. <strong>The</strong> new track<br />

fly down the slopes. It’s easy to at ‘Passo delle Erbe’ is situated below<br />

pick up, very addictive and the peak of Sass Pütia and provides a<br />

most importantly, great fun. stunning alpine setting for exploring<br />

away from the crowds.<br />

PLAN DE CORONES/KRONPLATZ – ITALY<br />

A combination of Austrian efficiency<br />

and the Italian flair for the finer things<br />

in life, Plan de Corones combines a<br />

perfect blend of fun and function.<br />

Locally, the skiing focuses on one,<br />

large dome shaped mountain with<br />

runs trickling down in all directions<br />

offering a challenge to all ability<br />

levels. At the top of the hill there is a<br />

fantastic centre for childcare, along<br />

with the children’s ski school making<br />

it really easy for the family to meet up<br />

during the day.<br />

LIFT PASS & TUITION<br />

PRICE PROMISE<br />

See page 371<br />

With an amazing 19 gondolas and a<br />

new link for advanced skiers and<br />

snowboarders into the rest of the<br />

‘Dolomiti super ski’ region, Plan de<br />

Corones also offers the chance to put<br />

some serious mileage under your skis<br />

during your stay. All Neilson<br />

properties are in the village of Riscone<br />

at the base of the slopes offering a<br />

range of accommodation options.<br />

“<strong>The</strong> local skiing<br />

focuses on one,<br />

large dome shaped<br />

mountain with runs<br />

trickling down in all<br />

directions...and a<br />

new link for<br />

advanced skiers and<br />

snowboarders into<br />

the ‘Dolomiti<br />

Superski’ offers<br />

some serious<br />

milage”<br />

BEGINNERS<br />

INTERMEDIATES<br />

ADVANCED<br />

OFF-PISTE<br />

NON <strong>SKI</strong>ERS<br />

FAMILIES<br />

NIGHTLIFE<br />

Fair Excellent<br />

MOUNTAIN<br />

Skiing Altitude 900m–2275m<br />

Resort Altitude 900m<br />

Pistes 105km locally, 1220km area<br />

Number of Runs 49<br />

65% 25% 10%<br />

Number of lifts 31<br />

Drags 6 / Chairs 6 / Gondolas 19<br />

Longest Run 6km<br />

Direction of Slopes N,S,E,W<br />

Terrain Parks yes<br />

Half Pipe yes<br />

Cross Country Trails 200km<br />

Mountain Restaurants 10<br />

Snowmaking 20% runs covered<br />

Resort Ski Bus yes, local fee<br />

Linked Resorts<br />

Corvara, St Vigilio, Olang,<br />

Arabba, Selva, Canazei<br />

FAMILY<br />

Babycare n/a<br />

Crèche 2-12yrs<br />

Ski Kindergarten 3-4yrs,<br />

pre-bookable, p193<br />

See page 373 or<br />

neilson.co.uk/childcare for more info.<br />

TRAVEL<br />

Departure Airports Gatwick,<br />

Manchester<br />

Destination Airports Innsbruck<br />

Season 19 Dec-3 Apr<br />

Departure Day Saturday<br />

Flight Guide see page 384<br />

Transfer Time 1hr 30mins<br />

Private taxi transfers available -<br />

please call us for details<br />

Self Drive See page 368<br />

191


192<br />

ITALY – PLAN DE CORONES<br />

HOTEL PETRUS<br />

Located 600m from the ski slopes and lifts, the Hotel Petrus enjoys great<br />

views of the mountain & provides excellent service & cuisine. Guests<br />

can take advantage of the free hotel-run shuttle bus service to the<br />

slopes at the beginning & end of each day.<br />

FACILITIES†: Bar •Lounge area<br />

•Two restaurants •Free hotel-run<br />

shuttle bus<br />

SPA FEATURES†: Free use of indoor<br />

pool, sauna, steam room &<br />

relaxation area •Massage & beauty<br />

treatments<br />

Important information about spa<br />

facilites - see page 375.<br />

ROOMS (2-4 PEOPLE): Spacious<br />

well appointed Austrian twin rooms<br />

with one or two extra beds or sofa<br />

beds, satellite TV, hairdryer, bath or<br />

shower, wc and balcony.<br />

PENSION PRACK<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board. Buffet<br />

breakfast & four course evening<br />

meal. Christmas & New Year meals<br />

included.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 53<br />

PROPERTY CODE: WG9H03<br />

This small family-run pension sits in a great location just outside of the<br />

centre of Reischach, right on the ski bus route to the foot of the slopes.<br />

<strong>The</strong> pension also runs its own free shuttle bus to the slopes in the<br />

morning & afternoon. <strong>The</strong> spacious, comfortable rooms are great value<br />

for money & several lounge rooms provide a comfortable place to relax<br />

at the end of a day on the slopes.<br />

FACILITIES†: Restaurant •Lounge<br />

•Free use of sauna •Free hotel-run<br />

shuttle bus<br />

ROOMS (2-4 PEOPLE): Austrian<br />

twin rooms which can take an extra<br />

one or two beds or sofa beds have<br />

satellite TV, hairdryer, bath or<br />

shower and wc.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Bed & Breakfast.<br />

Half Board option available at a<br />

supplement.<br />

HOTEL OLYMPIA<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 19<br />

PROPERTY CODE: WG9P00<br />

<strong>The</strong> Olympia enjoys a quiet location next to the Cron4 sports centre,<br />

600m from the slopes & the resort centre. <strong>The</strong> hotel runs its own<br />

shuttle bus service to and from the slopes each day. This friendly hotel<br />

offers good value for money and a well equipped sports centre right on<br />

the doorstep.<br />

FACILITIES†: Bar •Restaurant •Large<br />

games room •Free use of small<br />

sauna •Free hotel-run shuttle bus<br />

service<br />

ROOMS (2-3 PEOPLE): Spacious<br />

Austrian twin bedrooms which can<br />

take an extra bed with satellite TV,<br />

hairdryer, bath or shower, wc and<br />

balcony or terrace.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board. Buffet<br />

breakfast and four course evening<br />

meal. Christmas & New Year meals<br />

included.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 50<br />

PROPERTY CODE: WG9H01<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk/plandecorones call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

Neilson Rating ••••<br />

INDOOR POOL<br />

WELLNESS AREA<br />

GOOD FOR FAMILIES<br />

FAMILY ROOMS<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free use of 1000m2 spa<br />

area with indoor pool,<br />

sauna, steam room &<br />

relaxation area<br />

Free hotel-run shuttle<br />

bus<br />

A handpicked selection of hotels<br />

offering first class spa facilities<br />

Neilson Rating •••<br />

FOUR OR MORE<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free daily entry to the<br />

‘Cron4’ sports centre &<br />

indoor pool<br />

Free use of hotel sauna<br />

Neilson Rating •••<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free daily entry to the<br />

nearby ‘Cron4’ sports<br />

centre and indoor pool<br />

Free hotel-run shuttle<br />

bus


Basic Holiday Prices in £s per adult from<br />

the amounts shown.<br />

Hotel Petrus<br />

HOTEL MAJESTIC<br />

19 Dec- 26 Dec- 02 Jan- 23 Jan- 06 Feb- 13 Feb- 20 Feb- 06 Mar- 20 Mar- 27 Mar- 03 Apr-<br />

Nts 25 Dec 01 Jan 22 Jan 05 Feb 12 Feb 19 Feb 05 Mar 19 Mar 26 Mar 02 Apr 09 Apr<br />

PLAN DE CORONES – ITALY<br />

One of the best hotels in Plan de Corones, the Majestic offers the<br />

complete package of beautiful accommodation, great food, a fantastic<br />

bar & a frankly stunning wellness centre. If you feel like being really<br />

pampered, then the Majestic is definitely for you! <strong>The</strong> hotel is situated<br />

500m from the ski slopes and lifts and 1.5km from the town of Brunico,<br />

and runs its own shuttle bus service which is free to guests.<br />

FACILITIES†: Bar •Restaurant •Free<br />

shuttle bus to the slopes<br />

SPA FEATURES†: Free use of indoor<br />

& outdoor pool, sauna & steam<br />

room •Massage and beauty<br />

treatments<br />

Important information about spa<br />

facilities - see page 375.<br />

ROOMS (2-4 PEOPLE): Well<br />

appointed north facing Austrian<br />

twin rooms with two extra beds or<br />

sofa beds, satellite TV, safe,<br />

hairdryer, bath or shower and wc.<br />

HOTEL REISCHACH<br />

Rooms with balcony & view at a<br />

supplement.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board.<br />

Extended buffet breakfast & four<br />

course evening meal. Weekly gala<br />

dinner. Christmas & New Year meals<br />

included.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 60<br />

PROPERTY CODE: WG9H02<br />

<strong>The</strong> Reischach is located in the centre of Reischach village & is a well<br />

established hotel offering great friendly service, comfortable rooms &<br />

great food. <strong>The</strong> hotel bar is popular for relaxing at the end of the day,<br />

often with live music. <strong>The</strong> hotel is 800m from the base of the slopes<br />

while the village’s shops & bars are right outside.<br />

FACILITIES†: Bar •Restaurant •Free<br />

hotel-run shuttle bus •Reception<br />

•Free use of sauna & steam room<br />

•Heated ski storage<br />

ROOMS (2-3 PEOPLE): Spacious<br />

Austrian twin rooms have satellite<br />

TV, bath or shower and wc. Single<br />

rooms & rooms with an extra bed or<br />

sofa bed available at a supplement.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board. Buffet<br />

breakfast & four course evening<br />

meal. Christmas & New Year Meals<br />

included.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 33<br />

PROPERTY CODE: WG9H00<br />

Neilson Rating ••••+<br />

Supplements in £s per person per night from:<br />

(Unless otherwise stated)<br />

A handpicked selection of hotels<br />

offering first class spa facilities<br />

Neilson Rating •••<br />

Room 2/4: Sole use of twin £75, 3rd & 4th Adult redn. £18<br />

WG9H03 Half Board Room 2/4 7 789 1109 629 719 769 1119 789 679 679 735 819<br />

25%<br />

Pension Prack<br />

WG9P00 Bed & Breakfast Room 2/4 7 539 819 399 479 485 845 505 469 465 545 655<br />

Room 2/4: Half Board £4, Sole use of twin £36, 3rd & 4th<br />

Adult redn. £3<br />

25%<br />

Hotel Olympia<br />

WG9H01 Half Board Room 2/3 7 689 929 565 595 639 999 649 615 605 665 755<br />

Room 2/3: Sole use of twin £51<br />

25%<br />

Hotel Majestic<br />

WG9H02 Half Board Room 2/4 7 829 1179 789 815 849 1219 859 789 779 845 929<br />

Room 2/4: Sole use of twin £84, Balcony & view £10, 3rd &<br />

4th Adult redn. £20<br />

25%<br />

Hotel Reischach<br />

WG9H00 Half Board Room 2/3 7 689 995 589 619 635 999 645 609 559 615 709<br />

Room 2/3: Single room £7, Larger room £7, 3rd & 4th Adult<br />

redn. £4<br />

25%<br />

Prices are a guide only & will be confirmed on enquiry. Adult prices in £ sterling start from the amounts shown & apply to selected flight departures between each date range based on current charges & costs. Prices may go up or down & supplements (e.g. flight &/or fuel), or reductions may apply. Supplements ‘from’ are based on low season dates. For full details on how to price your holiday, charges,<br />

supplements & surcharges see ‘Your Holiday Price’ page 368. For important Holiday Information & Booking Conditions see pages 368 - 385. †Some facilities may incur a local charge. LOW 02-29Jan,13Mar-02Apr.MID 19-25Dec,30Jan-12Feb,20Feb-12Mar,03-17Apr.HIGH 26 Dec - 01 Jan, 13 - 19 Feb. NS193a<br />

LIFT PASS (6 DAYS) LS HS <strong>SKI</strong>ER’S PACK (6 DAYS) LS HS <strong>SNOWBOARD</strong>ER’S PACK (6 DAYS) LS HS <strong>SKI</strong>/BOARD EQUIPMENT (6 DAYS) ADULT CHILD* <strong>SKI</strong>/BOARD TUITION<br />

Adult (born 29/11/48 - 28/11/92) .............. £165 £189<br />

Youth (born 29/11/92 - 28/11/00) ............. £119 £135<br />

Child (born after 29/11/00) ........................ FREE FREE<br />

Senior (born before 28/11/48) ................... £149 £169<br />

HS-26Dec-8Jan,6Feb-12Mar.LS-Allotherdates.Lift<br />

pass covers the Plan de Corones ski area. Dolomiti Superski<br />

area pass is available on reservations system. e3 keycard<br />

deposit to be paid locally.<br />

Adult - Complete Beginner†† ..................... £299 £325<br />

Adult - Intermediate ................................... £309 £335<br />

Ski Pack Ages: Adult =(born 29/11/44 - 28/11/93) Includes:<br />

Complete Beginner = 6 days x 2hrs tuition, 6 days lift pass &<br />

6 days standard ski & boot hire. Intermediate = 5 days x<br />

2hrs tuition, 6 days local lift pass & 6 days standard ski &<br />

boot hire. HS - 26 Dec - 8 Jan, 30 Jan - 12 Mar. LS - All other<br />

dates. No keycard deposit required.<br />

Adult - Complete Beginner†† ..................... £309 £329<br />

Adult - Intermediate ................................... £319 £339<br />

Snowboard Pack Ages: Adult = (born 29/11/44 - 28/11/93)<br />

Includes: 3 days x 4hrs tuition, 6 days local lift pass & 6 days<br />

standard snowboard & boot hire. HS - 26 Dec - 8 Jan, 30 Jan<br />

- 12 Mar. LS - All other dates. No keycard deposit required.<br />

PLAN DE CORONES <strong>SKI</strong> PACK<br />

Skis & boots standard ................................. £79 £45<br />

Skis & boots superior .................................. £85 -<br />

Skis only standard ...................................... £55 £49<br />

Skis only superior ....................................... £69 -<br />

Snowboard & boots standard .................... £85 £79<br />

Snowboard only standard .......................... £65 £55<br />

Helmet** .................................................... - FREE<br />

*Child skis & boots = 4-12yrs, *Child board & boots = 8-12yrs.<br />

**Child equipment hire includes helmet hire.<br />

Ski school beginner (6x2hrs) ....................................... £95<br />

Ski school intermediate (5x2hrs) ................................. £109<br />

Snowboard school (3x4hrs) ........................................ £105<br />

Ski kindergarten (5x4hrs inc. lunch) ........................... £129<br />

Ski kindergarten (6x4hrs inc. lunch) ........................... £145<br />

Child ski school = 5-12yrs. Snowboard school = 8yrs+. Ski<br />

kindergarten = 3-4yrs.<br />

IMPORTANT: †† Complete beginner = Ability Level 0, Intermediate = Ability Level 1-4. Ability levels must be stated at the time of booking - see page 13 for details. Special Offers may be withdrawn at any time. Prices are in £s and are approximate - please see reservation system, our website or call us for more details.<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk/plandecorones call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

INDOOR POOL<br />

OUTDOOR POOL<br />

WELLNESS AREA<br />

FOUR OR MORE<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free afternoon tea with<br />

healthy snacks from<br />

3pm-5pm<br />

Free use of indoor &<br />

outdoor pool and<br />

wellness area with<br />

sauna & steam room<br />

Hotel-run free shuttle<br />

bus service<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free daily entry to the<br />

‘Cron4’ sports centre<br />

and indoor pool<br />

Free hotel-run shuttle<br />

bus<br />

Free use of sauna &<br />

steam room<br />

Special discount 2-5yrs:<br />

£250 HS; £150 LS<br />

Child %<br />

discount<br />

193


194<br />

ITALY – VERSCIACO<br />

“For beginners,<br />

intermediates,<br />

families and<br />

cross-country skiers<br />

looking for a quiet<br />

resort and quality<br />

accommodation.”<br />

BEGINNERS<br />

INTERMEDIATES<br />

ADVANCED<br />

OFF-PISTE<br />

NON <strong>SKI</strong>ERS<br />

FAMILIES<br />

NIGHTLIFE<br />

Fair Excellent<br />

MOUNTAIN<br />

Skiing Altitude 1131m–2200m<br />

Resort Altitude 1131m<br />

Pistes 53km<br />

Number of Runs 90<br />

30% 60% 20%<br />

Number of lifts 27<br />

Drags 18 / Chairs 6 / Gondolas 1<br />

Cable Cars 2<br />

Longest Run 4.8km<br />

Direction of Slopes N, NW, NE<br />

Terrain Parks yes<br />

Cross Country Trails 200km<br />

Mountain Restaurants 15<br />

Snowmaking 100% runs covered<br />

Resort Ski Bus yes<br />

Linked Resorts Sesto (by lift)<br />

San Candido & Monte Croce (by bus)<br />

Note: ‘Mountain’ info refers to Alta<br />

Pusteria ski area<br />

FAMILY<br />

Babycare See Post Alpina Resort<br />

Crèche See Post Alpina Resort<br />

Ski School 3yrs+<br />

pre-bookable p195<br />

See page 373 or<br />

neilson.co.uk/childcare for more info.<br />

TRAVEL<br />

Departure Airports Gatwick,<br />

Manchester<br />

Destination Airport Innsbruck<br />

Season 19 Dec–3 Apr<br />

Departure Day Saturday<br />

Flight Guide See page 384<br />

Transfer Time 2hrs 30mins<br />

Private taxi transfers available -<br />

please call us for details<br />

Self Drive See page 368<br />

SPECIAL OFFERS<br />

Pre-book 1 adult lift pass and receive 1<br />

child lift pass free<br />

<strong>SKI</strong> LEADING • SELF DRIVE • GOOD FOR FAMILIES • QUIET NIGHTLIFE<br />

Versciaco is a quiet, relaxed village<br />

surrounded by snow-covered<br />

farmland and majestic mountains.<br />

Its location close to the Italian/<br />

Austrian border makes for an<br />

interesting blend of cultures. Expect<br />

to hear as much German as Italian<br />

and enjoy a varied choice of cuisine<br />

from both sides of the border.<br />

Versciaco’s ski base offers a nursery<br />

area and a children’s ski area.<br />

A modern gondola provides quick<br />

access to the perfectly groomed<br />

slopes of the Helm ski area & a long<br />

red run down to Sesto.<br />

From here you can link by ski bus to<br />

Monte Croce, San Candido & back to<br />

Versciaco within a day. For crosscountry<br />

skiers & walkers, there are no<br />

less than 200km of trails in the area.<br />

San Candido is a good-sized town<br />

6km away and definitely worth a visit<br />

for its restaurants, bars & shops.<br />

LIFT PASS & TUITION<br />

PRICE PROMISE<br />

See page 371<br />

ACTIVITIES<br />

FUN ON ICE<br />

• Cleared Walking Trails<br />

Why not combine a trip to the<br />

• Cross-country Skiing<br />

• Horse Drawn Sleigh Rides<br />

• Snowshoeing<br />

• Tobogganing (San Candido)<br />

nearby town of San Candido,<br />

4km away, with a visit to the<br />

local ice skating rink.<br />

• Ice Skating (San Candido)<br />

• Paragliding<br />

CROSS COUNTRY <strong>SKI</strong>ING<br />

With an impressive 200km of<br />

DOLOMITI SCENERY BY SLEIGH<br />

cross country trails in the area,<br />

this is a great place to swap<br />

This mountain region is simply<br />

stunning and what better way to take<br />

in the majestic scenery than by horsedrawn<br />

sleigh.<br />

downhill for cross country skis.


Dolce Vita Family Apartment bedroom<br />

Basic Holiday Prices in £s per adult from<br />

the amounts shown.<br />

Post Alpina Resort<br />

SPECIAL OFFER – PRE-BOOK 1 ADULT LIFT PASS & RECEIVE 1 FREE CHILD LIFT PASS<br />

19 Dec- 26 Dec- 02 Jan- 23 Jan- 06 Feb- 13 Feb- 20 Feb- 06 Mar- 20 Mar- 27 Mar- 03 Apr-<br />

Nts 25 Dec 01 Jan 22 Jan 05 Feb 12 Feb 19 Feb 05 Mar 19 Mar 26 Mar 02 Apr 09 Apr<br />

Supplements in £s per person per night from:<br />

(Unless otherwise stated)<br />

A handpicked selection of hotels<br />

offering first class spa facilities<br />

Apt 2/4: 3rd & 4th Adult redn. £26<br />

W36H00 Half Board Apt 2/4 7 789 1329 665 689 809 1219 819 779 769 835 919<br />

25%<br />

Superior Apt 2/6 7 915 1575 775 799 965 1375 975 909 899 965 1049<br />

Superior Apt 2/6: 3rd & 4th Adult redn. £43<br />

Prices are a guide only & will be confirmed on enquiry. Adult prices in £ sterling start from the amounts shown & apply to selected flight departures between each date range based on current charges & costs. Prices may go up or down & supplements (e.g. flight &/or fuel), or reductions may apply. Supplements ‘from’ are based on low season dates. For full details on how to price your holiday, charges,<br />

supplements & surcharges see ‘Your Holiday Price’ page 368. For important Holiday Information & Booking Conditions see pages 368 - 385. †Some facilities may incur a local charge. LOW 02-29Jan,13Mar-02Apr.MID 19-25Dec,30Jan-12Feb,20Feb-12Mar,03-17Apr.HIGH 26 Dec - 01 Jan, 13 - 19 Feb. NS195a<br />

LIFT PASS (6 DAYS) LS HS<br />

Adult (born 28/11/44 - 28/11/93) ........ £149 £165<br />

Youth (born 28/11/93 - 28/11/01) ....... £115 £125<br />

Child (born after 28/11/01) ................... FREE/£115* FREE/£125*<br />

Senior (born before 28/11/44) .............. £129 £145<br />

*SPECIAL OFFER: Pre-book 1 adult lift pass and receive<br />

1 free child lift pass (born after 28/11/01).<br />

HS - 26 Dec - 8 Jan, 30 Jan - 12 Mar. LS - All other dates.<br />

Lift pass covers Hochpustertal ski area. Dolomiti Ski pass is<br />

availble on reservation system. No keycard deposit required.<br />

<strong>SKI</strong>ER’S PACK (6 DAYS) LS HS<br />

Adult - Complete Beginner†† ................ £299 £329<br />

Adult - Intermediate .............................. £309 £339<br />

Ski Pack Ages: Adult =(born 28/11/44 - 28/11/93) Includes:<br />

4x2hrs30mins &1x4hrs days tuition, 6 days lift pass & 6 days<br />

standard ski & boot hire. HS - 26 Dec - 8 Jan, 30 Jan - 12<br />

Mar. LS - All other dates. e3 keycard deposit to be paid<br />

locally.<br />

POST ALPINA RESORT<br />

Post Alpina Resort is a unique, family-orientated complex located<br />

adjacent to the children’s & nursery slopes of Versciaco. Self-contained<br />

chalet-style buildings and guest facilities form a mini-village, designed<br />

using a fusion of traditional Tyrolean features and modern Scandinavian<br />

style, to give a relaxed, beautiful atmosphere. Facilities include a<br />

stunning indoor/outdoor pool area, a wellness area, spa centre and<br />

onsite children’s club offering daily activities. <strong>The</strong> dedicated children’s<br />

area & nursery slopes are 100m away. <strong>The</strong> gondola whisking skiers into<br />

the Helm ski area is just a little further at 150m away. Its proximity to<br />

the slopes and its exceptional accommodation & facilities make this<br />

property equally enjoyable for families as it is for couples.<br />

FACILITIES†: Small bar/café area<br />

with open fire •Restaurant •Self<br />

service laundry •In-house ski rental<br />

•Heated ski storage<br />

SPA FEATURES†: Free use of indoor<br />

and outdoor pool, sauna, steam<br />

room, fitness room and relaxation<br />

area with water beds •Massage and<br />

beauty treatments available.<br />

Please note: Sauna & wellness area<br />

reserved for adults 16yrs and over.<br />

Important information about spa<br />

facilities - see page 375.<br />

FOR FAMILIES: Free use of small<br />

indoor & outdoor pool •Baby pool<br />

•Games room with table tennis,<br />

table football & PlayStation •Mini<br />

cinema/theatre for activities<br />

•Babysitting from 0yrs (pre-booking<br />

required) •Free use of buggies, baby<br />

monitors & highchairs •Free hotelrun<br />

children's club & activities for<br />

children aged 3-12 yrs open 10am-<br />

12.30pm & 4pm-19pm<br />

ACCOMMODATION: All apartments<br />

have a kitchenette with 2 ring hob,<br />

microwave, dishwasher, fridge,<br />

coffee maker, living area with<br />

satellite TV, telephone & internet<br />

access, dining area, bath or shower,<br />

hairdryer, wc, balcony or terrace.<br />

<strong>SNOWBOARD</strong>ER’S PACK (6 DAYS) LS HS<br />

Adult - Complete Beginner†† ................ £299 £329<br />

Adult - Intermediate .............................. £309 £339<br />

Snowboard Pack Ages: Adult =(born 28/11/44 - 28/11/93)<br />

Includes: (4x2hrs30mins & 1x4hrs tuition, 6 days lift pass & 6<br />

days standard snowboard & boot hire. HS - 26 Dec - 8 Jan,<br />

30 Jan - 12 Mar. LS - All other dates. e3 keycard deposit to<br />

be paid locally.<br />

VERSCIACO <strong>SKI</strong> PACK<br />

VERSCIACO – ITALY<br />

1 BEDROOM FAMILY<br />

APARTMENTS (2-4 PEOPLE):<br />

Spacious one bedroom apartments<br />

(50m2 ) offering one twin bedroom<br />

and a double sofa bed in the living<br />

area.<br />

2 BEDROOM DOLCE VITA FAMILY<br />

APARTMENTS (2-6 PEOPLE):<br />

Spacious, two level apartments<br />

(66m2 ). Ground floor comprising of<br />

bedroom with single bed & single<br />

sofa bed, shower room with wc,<br />

living area with double sofa bed and<br />

open fireplace. Stairs leading to<br />

second floor with master twin<br />

bedroom, spa bath in corner and<br />

shower room.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board. Breakfast<br />

buffet & four course evening meal<br />

with starter, salad buffet, choice of<br />

main course, dessert. Weekly<br />

themed dinners. Christmas meal<br />

included. New Year Gala dinner<br />

available at a supplement.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 60<br />

PROPERTY CODE: W36H00<br />

<strong>SKI</strong>/BOARD EQUIPMENT (6 DAYS) ADULT CHILD*<br />

Skis & boots standard ........................... £65 £45<br />

Skis & boots superior ............................ £95 -<br />

Skis only standard ................................. £45 £35<br />

Skis only superior .................................. £79 -<br />

Snowboard & boots standard ............... £79 £65<br />

Snowboard only standard ..................... £55 £55<br />

Helmet** ............................................... - FREE<br />

*Child skis & boots = 4-12yrs, *Child board & boots = 8-12yrs.<br />

**Child equipment hire includes helmet hire.<br />

Neilson Rating ••••+<br />

Child %<br />

discount<br />

<strong>SKI</strong>/BOARD TUITION LS HS<br />

Adult ski school (4x2hrs30mins,<br />

1x4hrs) .................................................. £99 £109<br />

Child ski school (4x2hrs30mins,<br />

1x4hrs) .................................................. £99 £109<br />

Snowboard school (4x2hrs30mins,<br />

1x4hrs) £99 £109<br />

HS - 19 Dec - 8 Jan. LS - All other dates. Child ski school =<br />

3-14yrs. Snowboard school = 8yrs+.<br />

IMPORTANT: †† Complete beginner = Ability Level 0, Intermediate = Ability Level 1-4. Ability levels must be stated at the time of booking - see page 13 for details. Special Offers may be withdrawn at any time. Prices are in £s and are approximate - please see reservation system, our website or call us for more details.<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk/versciaco call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

WELLNESS AREA<br />

INDOOR POOL<br />

OUTDOOR POOL<br />

GOOD FOR FAMILIES<br />

CHILDREN’S CLUB<br />

FAMILY ROOMS<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free use of indoor and<br />

outdoor pool<br />

Free use of wellness<br />

area with sauna, steam<br />

room, crystal vapour<br />

room and relaxation<br />

room with water beds<br />

Free hotel-run children's<br />

club<br />

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“Minimal queuing<br />

and fast hi-tech lifts<br />

ensure you get to<br />

explore the area to<br />

its fullest extent,<br />

including the<br />

neighbouring French<br />

resort of La Rosière”<br />

BEGINNERS<br />

INTERMEDIATES<br />

ADVANCED<br />

OFF-PISTE<br />

NON <strong>SKI</strong>ERS<br />

FAMILIES<br />

NIGHTLIFE<br />

MOUNTAIN<br />

Skiing Altitude 1175m–2610m<br />

Resort Altitude 1450m<br />

Pistes 150km<br />

Number of Runs 74<br />

48% 35% 17%<br />

Number of lifts 38<br />

Drags 20 / Chairs 17 / Gondola 1<br />

Cable Car 1<br />

Longest Run 11km<br />

Direction of Slopes N, NE<br />

Terrain Parks yes<br />

Cross Country Trails 20km<br />

Mountain Restaurants 11<br />

Snowmaking 300+ snow cannons<br />

Resort Ski Bus yes, local fee<br />

Linked Resorts La Rosiere<br />

FAMILY<br />

Fair Excellent<br />

Babycare n/a<br />

Crèche See Hotel Planibel<br />

Ski School 4yrs+<br />

See page 373 or<br />

neilson.co.uk/childcare for more info.<br />

TRAVEL<br />

Departure Airports<br />

Gatwick, Manchester<br />

Destination Airport Turin<br />

Season 20 Dec–7 Mar<br />

Departure Day Sunday<br />

Flight Guide See page 384<br />

Transfer Time 2hrs<br />

Private taxi transfers available -<br />

please call us for details<br />

Self Drive See page 368<br />

LEARN TO TURN RESORT • GOOD FOR FAMILIES • QUIET NIGHTLIFE • SELF DRIVE<br />

Combining a perfect mix of old and<br />

new, La Thuile is placed just off the<br />

Valle d’Aosta on the border with<br />

France and over the hill from its<br />

neighbour the French resort of La<br />

Rosiere. Still largely undiscovered by<br />

the British skier, the resort is split<br />

between the traditional mountain<br />

village and the modern Planibel ski<br />

complex.<br />

<strong>The</strong> sizeable 150km ski area, famed<br />

for its minimal queueing and fast hitech<br />

lift system ensuring you get to<br />

explore the area to its fullest extent.<br />

<strong>The</strong>re’s also the opportunity to ski<br />

over the border, giving you the<br />

chance to ski two countries on the<br />

same day. This ski area really can be<br />

all things to all skiers, with a high<br />

quality ski school, a range of nursery,<br />

intermediate and advanced runs as<br />

well as heliskiing available to the<br />

brave.<br />

<strong>The</strong> old town, just a short walk from<br />

the slopes offers a cosy mix<br />

of restaurants and bars ensuring your<br />

meals will be as satisfying as<br />

the skiing.<br />

LIFT PASS & TUITION<br />

PRICE PROMISE<br />

See page 371<br />

ACTIVITIES<br />

PRE-SAINT-DIDIER SPA<br />

• Swimming Pool<br />

Visit the thermal spa of Pre-<br />

• Sauna<br />

• Turkish Bath<br />

• Heli-skiing<br />

• Snowtubing<br />

• Pré-Saint Didier Spa<br />

Saint-Didier fro pure relaxation.<br />

<strong>The</strong> warm thermal swimming<br />

pools, saunas, steam rooms and<br />

range of massage treatments<br />

make it a perfect mid-week<br />

HELI<strong>SKI</strong>ING<br />

break from skiing.<br />

One of the few places left in Europe SNOWTUBING<br />

where you can fly deep into the<br />

backcountry and enjoy long,<br />

untracked descents with a local expert<br />

guide. A must do for every ski and<br />

snowboard fanatic, at least once in a<br />

lifetime.<br />

Take an inflatable rubber ring,<br />

add a downhill course through<br />

the snow and launch yourself<br />

off at the top of the hill. This is<br />

snowtubing, great for all ages<br />

and guaranteed to make you<br />

smile.


Hotel room<br />

PLANIBEL HOTEL, STUDIOS & APARTMENTS<br />

An impressive self-contained holiday village at the foot of the slopes.<br />

Perfect for on-site amenities so there's little need to make a journey into<br />

the resort centre 500m away. <strong>The</strong> gondola is right next to the main<br />

building giving easy access to the superb ski area.<br />

FACILITIES†: Restaurant •Large<br />

lounge •Piano bar •Disco •TV room<br />

•Two indoor pools (swimming hats<br />

compulsory), sauna, steam room<br />

and fitness room •Shops including a<br />

deli, supermarket and butcher<br />

FOR FAMILIES: Daily mini-club for<br />

children 4-12 years, 9am-6pm<br />

HOTEL ROOMS (2-4 PEOPLE): Twin<br />

or double rooms, some with two<br />

extra beds, have satellite TV,<br />

minibar, telephone, hairdryer,<br />

balcony, bath or shower and wc.<br />

Single rooms on request at a<br />

supplement<br />

HOTEL BOARD BASIS: Half Board.<br />

Continental buffet breakfast & four<br />

course evening meal. Christmas and<br />

New Year meals included. Full board<br />

option available at a supplement<br />

payable locally.<br />

APARTMENT ACCOMMODATION:<br />

All equipped with living area,<br />

satellite TV, kitchen area with two<br />

ring hob, fridge, bath or shower and<br />

wc and balcony. Bed linen and<br />

towels included.<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk/lathuile call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

LA THUILE – ITALY<br />

STUDIOS (2 PEOPLE): Living area<br />

with two single beds.<br />

1 BEDROOM APARTMENTS (2-4<br />

PEOPLE): Twin bedroom and two<br />

single sofa beds in the living area.<br />

2 BEDROOM APARTMENTS (4-6<br />

PEOPLE): Twin bedroom, bunk<br />

room and two single sofa beds in<br />

the living area.<br />

DEPOSIT: €130 per apartment<br />

payable on arrival.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Studio and<br />

Apartment Board Basis: Self Catering<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★★<br />

Please note: we grade hotel rooms<br />

as ●●●+ studios as ●●+ and<br />

apartments as ●●●<br />

HOTEL CODE: R88H00<br />

APARTMENT CODE: R88A00<br />

Neilson Rating<br />

•••+/•••/••+<br />

<strong>SKI</strong> TO YOUR DOOR<br />

INDOOR POOL<br />

GOOD FOR FAMILIES<br />

CHILDREN’S CLUB<br />

FAMILY ROOMS<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free Club Card for hotel<br />

guests (approx value<br />

€25) - giving free access<br />

to the pools, sauna,<br />

steam room, fitness<br />

room (closed Sat) &<br />

children's mini-club. <strong>The</strong><br />

card is an optional extra<br />

for apartments guests,<br />

payable locally.<br />

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ITALY – LA THUILE<br />

Basic Holiday Prices in £s per adult from<br />

the amounts shown.<br />

Hotel Planibel<br />

20 Dec- 27 Dec- 03 Jan- 24 Jan- 07 Feb- 14 Feb- 21 Feb- 07 Mar-<br />

Nts 26 Dec 02 Jan 23 Jan 06 Feb 13 Feb 20 Feb 06 Mar 13 Mar<br />

Unique hotels offering stylish interiors,<br />

personal service and excellent cuisine<br />

Supplements in £s per person per night from:<br />

(Unless otherwise stated)<br />

R88H00 Half Board Room 2/4 7 779 1155 615 699 759 1019 705 599<br />

Room 2/4: Full Board £15, Single room £15, Sole use of twin<br />

£64, 3rd & 4th Adult redn. £10<br />

25%<br />

Planibel Studios & Apartments<br />

R88A00 Self Catering Studio 2 7 575 809 405 425 485 789 429 419<br />

Studio 2: Sole use £25<br />

10%<br />

Apt 2/4 7 505 739 335 355 415 719 359 349<br />

Apt 2/4: 3 share £6, 2 share £17<br />

Apt 4/6 7 495 729 325 345 405 709 349 339<br />

Apt 4/6: 5share£3,4share£8<br />

Hotel Dora<br />

R88H07 Half Board Room 2 7 1009 1519 765 919 1015 1329 1009 899<br />

Room 2: Sole use of twin £18, Larger prestige room £12<br />

25%<br />

Hotel Du Glacier<br />

R88H02 Bed & Breakfast Room 2 7 589 - 479 499 519 869 505 495<br />

Room 2: Single room £5<br />

25%<br />

Prices are a guide only & will be confirmed on enquiry. Adult prices in £ sterling start from the amounts shown & apply to selected flight departures between each date range based on current charges & costs. Prices may go up or down & supplements (e.g. flight &/or fuel), or reductions may apply. Supplements ‘from’ are based on low season dates. For full details on how to price your holiday, charges,<br />

supplements & surcharges see ‘Your Holiday Price’ page 368. For important Holiday Information & Booking Conditions see pages 368 - 385. †Some facilities may incur a local charge. LOW 03-30Jan,14Mar-03Apr.MID 20-26Dec,31Jan-13Feb,21Feb-13Mar,04-18Apr.HIGH 27 Dec - 02 Jan, 14 - 20 Feb. NS198a<br />

LIFT PASS (6 DAYS) LS HS<br />

Adult (born 01/11/44 - 31/10/97) .............. £159 £179<br />

Youth (born 31/10/97 - 31/10/03) ............. £85 £99<br />

Child (born after 31/10/03) ........................ FREE FREE<br />

Senior (born before 01/11/44) ................... £129 £139<br />

HS - 20 Dec - 3 Apr. LS - All other dates. Lift pass covers La<br />

Thuile & La Rosiere ski area plus 2 days in any other resort in<br />

the Valle d’Aosta. e3 keycard deposit to be paid locally.<br />

<strong>SKI</strong>ER’S PACK (6 DAYS) LS HS<br />

Adult - Complete Beginner†† ..................... £329 £359<br />

Adult - Intermediate ................................... £339 £369<br />

Ski Pack Ages: Adult = (born 01/11/44 - 31/10/97) Includes:<br />

5 days x 2hrs30mins tuition, 6 days lift pass & 6 days<br />

standard ski & boot hire. HS - 20 Dec - 3 Apr. LS - All other<br />

dates. e3 keycard deposit to be paid locally.<br />

HOTEL DORA<br />

Located in the centre of the old village, this hotel has recently<br />

undergone a full refurbishment. It now combines elegant décor and<br />

beautiful furnishings throughout, together with personal service and a<br />

blend of international and authentic Italian cuisine. From the bar and<br />

restaurant terrace, there are fantastic panoramic views over the River<br />

Dora and surrounding mountains. <strong>The</strong> hotel offers a free shuttle bus<br />

service in the mornings and afternoons to the ski lifts 400m away, and<br />

the resort ski bus stops outside.<br />

FACILITIES†: Bar/café with terrace<br />

•Beautiful stone walled and wood<br />

restaurant •Lounge with open fire<br />

•TV room with PlayStation •Wellness<br />

area with small indoor pool, sauna,<br />

steam room, hot tub, relaxation area<br />

with tea bar (please note, this area is<br />

reserved for adults only) •Massage<br />

and beauty treatments<br />

•Gastronomic gift shop<br />

ROOMS (2 PEOPLE): Stylish twin<br />

rooms with satellite TV, minibar,<br />

safe, hairdryer, shower & wc. Larger<br />

HOTEL DU GLACIER<br />

<strong>SNOWBOARD</strong>ER’S PACK (6 DAYS) LS HS<br />

Adult - Complete Beginner†† ..................... £339 £369<br />

Adult - Intermediate ................................... £349 £379<br />

Snowboard Pack Ages: Adult = (born 01/11/44 - 31/10/97)<br />

Includes: 5 days x 2hrs30mins tuition, 6 days lift pass & 6<br />

days standard snowboard & boot hire. HS - 20 Dec - 3 Apr.<br />

LS - All other dates. e3 keycard deposit to be paid locally.<br />

LA THUILE <strong>SKI</strong> PACK<br />

‘Prestige’ rooms available at a<br />

supplement. Sole use of twin room<br />

on request at a supplement.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board. Hot and<br />

cold buffet breakfast and three<br />

course dinner with choice of first<br />

and second course. Christmas meal<br />

and New Year gala dinner included.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 40<br />

PROPERTY CODE: R88H07<br />

A quiet hotel situated 50m from the ski bus stop and 700m from the<br />

resort centre. An ideal choice for the skier who appreciates a little extra<br />

comfort and genuine Italian hospitality. <strong>The</strong> owners, Corrado and<br />

Suzanne will ensure a warm welcome.<br />

FACILITIES†: Breakfast room<br />

•Lounge with TV •Small bar<br />

ROOMS (2 PEOPLE): Comfortable<br />

twin or double rooms with satellite<br />

TV, hairdryer, shower, wc and<br />

balcony. Single room available at a<br />

supplement.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Bed & Breakfast.<br />

Continental buffet breakfast.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 19<br />

PROPERTY CODE: R88H02<br />

<strong>SKI</strong>/BOARD EQUIPMENT (6 DAYS) ADULT CHILD *<br />

Skis & boots standard ................................. £65 £55<br />

Skis & boots superior .................................. £79 -<br />

Skis only standard ...................................... £49 £39<br />

Skis only superior ....................................... £59 -<br />

Snowboard & boots standard .................... £69 £69<br />

Snowboard only standard .......................... £59 £49<br />

Helmet** .................................................... - FREE<br />

*Child skis & boots = 4-12yrs, *Child board & boots = 8-12yrs.<br />

**Child equipment hire includes helmet hire.<br />

Neilson Rating ••••+<br />

CENTRAL LOCATION<br />

INDOOR POOL<br />

WELLNESS AREA<br />

Neilson Rating •••<br />

Child %<br />

discount<br />

<strong>SKI</strong>/BOARD TUITION LS HS<br />

Adult ski school (5x2hrs30m) ..................... £129 £145<br />

Child ski school (5x2hrs30m) ..................... £129 £145<br />

Snowboard school (5x2hrs30m) ................ £139 £149<br />

HS - 20 Dec - 9 Jan, 14 Feb - 6 Mar. LS - All other dates.<br />

Child ski school = 5-11yrs. Snowboard school = 8yrs+.<br />

IMPORTANT: †† Complete beginner = Ability Level 0, Intermediate = Ability Level 1-4. Ability levels must be stated at the time of booking - see page 13 for details. Special Offers may be withdrawn at any time. Prices are in £s and are approximate - please see reservation system, our website or call us for more details.<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk/lathuile call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

One free entry per<br />

guest per week to the<br />

wellness area<br />

Free use of hotel shuttle<br />

bus service<br />

Recently refurbished


<strong>SKI</strong> LEADING • SELF DRIVE • LIVELY NIGHTLIFE<br />

ACTIVITIES<br />

• Snowmobiling<br />

• Torchlit Descents<br />

• Bobsleigh (Sansicario)<br />

SNOWMOBILING<br />

Hop on the back of a<br />

snowmobile and explore the<br />

extensive trails around the<br />

resort as fast or as sedate as you<br />

like, just remember to wrap up<br />

warm!<br />

MOUNTAIN DINNER & TORCHLIT<br />

DESCENT<br />

Enjoy a hearty Italian meal and a few<br />

glasses of wine in a mountain<br />

restaurant then grab your torch and<br />

follow your guide who will carefully<br />

lead you down the slopes under the<br />

stars.<br />

OLYMPIC BOBSLEIGH<br />

It’s your chance to follow the tracks of<br />

the 2006 Winter Olympic Teams and<br />

go down this modern and challenging<br />

course. 1435m long, 19 turns and<br />

speeds of 135km an hour – it’s a once<br />

in a lifetime opportunity.<br />

Sauze d’Oulx is perched on a sunny<br />

plateau above the pretty town of<br />

Oulx. Placed at the north end of the<br />

huge Vialattea ski area, some 400km<br />

of excellently groomed pistes await.<br />

Long reputed as a mecca for partymad<br />

skiers and snowboarders, Sauze<br />

has found itself a place in the hearts<br />

of thousands of mountain fans, and<br />

over the years has grown up with its<br />

original patrons, allowing both young<br />

revellers and old friends to enjoy it’s<br />

fantastic atmosphere. <strong>The</strong> skiing on<br />

offer here is excellent, with a huge<br />

investment made for the Olympics,<br />

SAUZE D’OULX – ITALY<br />

LIFT PASS & TUITION<br />

PRICE PROMISE<br />

See page 371<br />

the snowmaking ensures that you can<br />

enjoy great conditions right the way<br />

through the season, and the much<br />

improved lift systems allow you to<br />

explore the neighbouring resorts of<br />

Sestriere, Clavière and Sansicario with<br />

ease. This is a fantastic resort for<br />

intermediate skiers and boarders<br />

wanting to make the most of endless<br />

cruisy blue runs and challenging reds.<br />

“At the north end<br />

of the Vialattea ski<br />

area, some 400km<br />

of pistes await.”<br />

BEGINNERS<br />

INTERMEDIATES<br />

ADVANCED<br />

OFF-PISTE<br />

NON <strong>SKI</strong>ERS<br />

FAMILIES<br />

NIGHTLIFE<br />

MOUNTAIN<br />

Skiing Altitude 1390m–2825m<br />

Resort Altitude 1509m<br />

Pistes 400km<br />

Number of Runs 214<br />

25% 55% 20%<br />

Number of lifts 24<br />

Drags 45 / Chairs 36 / Gondola 1<br />

Cable Car 1<br />

Longest Run 6km<br />

Direction of Slopes NE, NW, W<br />

Terrain Parks yes<br />

Mountain Restaurants 10<br />

Snowmaking 32% runs covered<br />

Resort Ski Bus yes, local fee<br />

Linked Resorts Sestrière, Sansicario,<br />

Montgenevre, Claviere, Cessana<br />

FAMILY<br />

Fair Excellent<br />

Babycare n/a<br />

Crèche n/a<br />

Ski School 4yrs+<br />

pre-bookable, p202<br />

See page 373 or<br />

neilson.co.uk/childcare for more info.<br />

TRAVEL<br />

Departure Airports Gatwick,<br />

Bristol, Birmingham, Manchester<br />

Destination Airport Turin<br />

Season 20 Dec–4 Apr<br />

Departure Day Sunday<br />

Flight Guide See page 384<br />

Transfer Time 1hrs 30mins<br />

Private taxi transfers available -<br />

please call us for details<br />

Self Drive See page 368<br />

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ITALY – SAUZE D’OULX<br />

HOTEL ASSIETTA<br />

Ideal for young couples and groups of friends, this small hotel has a<br />

popular refurbished bar and sun terrace to relax in after a day on the<br />

pistes. Situated 250m from Clotes ski lifts and right in the resort centre<br />

with the nearest supermarket just 200m away.<br />

FACILITIES†: Lounge with TV<br />

•Refurbished bar with popular sun<br />

terrace •Refurbished restaurant<br />

•Breakfast room<br />

ROOMS (2-4 PEOPLE): Twin, triple<br />

and quad rooms with shower and<br />

wc. Two twin or double rooms<br />

sharing a shower and wc for 3 or 4<br />

people. TV and wifi planned for<br />

W0910.<br />

HOTEL SPORT<br />

BOARD BASIS: Bed & Breakfast.<br />

Continental breakfast with one hot<br />

option. Half Board option (three<br />

course evening meal) available at a<br />

supplement (excluding 27 Dec, 14<br />

& 21 Feb and 4 Apr)<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 19<br />

PROPERTY CODE: R81H28<br />

Situated in the centre of the resort above Paddy's, a lively bar, with an<br />

array of restaurants, bars & clubs within 350m and the Clotes chairlift<br />

175m away.<br />

FACILITIES†: Popular bar below<br />

hotel •Lounge with TV<br />

ROOMS (2-4 PEOPLE): Twin, triple<br />

or four bedded rooms (3rd & 4th<br />

bed may be a single or sofa bed)<br />

with hairdryer, safe, satellite TV,<br />

shower and wc.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board.<br />

Continental breakfast is served in<br />

the bar below the hotel, while the<br />

three course evening meal is taken<br />

at the Villa Cary, a 300m walk from<br />

the hotel. Christmas & New Year<br />

meals included.<br />

HOTEL DERBY<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 13<br />

Please note: this hotel is not suitable<br />

for families with children under<br />

16yrs & does not accept groups<br />

larger than 6.<br />

PROPERTY CODE: R81H16<br />

<strong>The</strong> Hotel Derby is great for those who want to join in Sauze’s lively<br />

nightlife as it’s right in the main square, above a popular bar. This is a<br />

small ‘no frills’ budget hotel. <strong>The</strong>re is a ski bus stop opposite and the<br />

lifts are only 350m away.<br />

FACILITIES†: Derby Bar - Italianstyle<br />

bar located on the ground floor<br />

with open fire •Sky TV •Breakfast<br />

room<br />

ROOMS (2-3 PEOPLE): Basic twin &<br />

triple rooms with shower and wc.<br />

Single rooms available at no<br />

supplement.<br />

HOTEL CHABERTON<br />

BOARD BASIS: Bed & Breakfast.<br />

Continental breakfast.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 11<br />

Please note: this hotel is not<br />

recommended for families with<br />

young children.<br />

PROPERTY CODE: R81H13<br />

This small, friendly hotel offers clean and comfortable basic ‘no frills’<br />

accommodation, ideal for the budget conscious. Located 50m from the<br />

centre of Sauze and 400m from the Clotés chairlift.<br />

FACILITIES†: Small bar (open<br />

5.30pm-7.30pm only) •Breakfast<br />

room •Internet corner<br />

ROOMS (2-3 PEOPLE): Double or<br />

twin and triple rooms with bath or<br />

shower and wc, some with a<br />

balcony.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Bed & Breakfast.<br />

Continental breakfast.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 10<br />

PROPERTY CODE: R81H10<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk/sauzedoulx call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

Neilson Rating ••<br />

CENTRAL LOCATION<br />

VALUE<br />

No frills accommodation at a cheaper price<br />

– where it's the skiing that really counts!<br />

Neilson Rating ••+<br />

CENTRAL LOCATION<br />

FOUR OR MORE<br />

Neilson Rating ••<br />

CENTRAL LOCATION<br />

GOOD FOR GROUPS<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

No single room<br />

supplement all season<br />

VALUE<br />

No frills accommodation at a cheaper price<br />

– where it's the skiing that really counts!<br />

Neilson Rating ••<br />

VALUE<br />

No frills accommodation at a cheaper price<br />

– where it's the skiing that really counts!


NEILSON CHALET LE VALENTIN<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk/sauzedoulx call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

SAUZE D’OULX – ITALY<br />

Chalet Le Valentin offers a friendly welcome and is ideal for those who<br />

want to enjoy the resort’s lively nightlife. <strong>The</strong> property is located in a<br />

quiet area 15-20 minutes walk from the resort centre up a steep hill. It<br />

is possible to ski within 100m of the chalet (snow conditions<br />

permitting).<br />

GROUND FLOOR: Spacious lounge<br />

and dining room with log fire, Sky<br />

TV •Ski boot room<br />

FIRST FLOOR: Four twin bedrooms<br />

sharing two shower rooms with wcs.<br />

SECOND FLOOR: Four twin<br />

bedrooms and one single room<br />

sharing two shower rooms and wc.<br />

Most rooms have a balcony.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Chalet Board. Daily<br />

breakfast & afternoon tea with<br />

freshly baked cake, home cooked<br />

three course evening meal on six<br />

nights served with wine and after<br />

dinner coffee.<br />

HOTEL STELLA ALPINA<br />

Chalet staff live in.<br />

Children are welcome when part of<br />

a group booking the whole chalet.<br />

Generous discounts or free places<br />

may apply when sharing a room<br />

with 2 adults.<br />

PROPERTY CODE: R81C00<br />

A modern, Alpine style family-run property, located right by the slopes<br />

making it an excellent choice for those wishing to be within easy reach<br />

of the resort amenities and skiing. <strong>The</strong> nearest lift is the Clotes chairlift,<br />

150m from the hotel.<br />

FACILITIES†: Restaurant •Bar with<br />

open fire & satellite TV •Wifi<br />

ROOMS (2-4 PEOPLE): Comfortable<br />

twin rooms some with an extra bed<br />

for a child only, triple rooms with an<br />

extra bed for a child only and family<br />

rooms with two twin or one twin &<br />

one double room sharing a shower<br />

and wc (suitable for 2 adults & 2<br />

children or 3 adults) with satellite TV,<br />

shower, wc and hairdryer. Superior<br />

double rooms in the adjacent<br />

building, with jetted bath & satellite<br />

TV available on request at a<br />

supplement. One single room at no<br />

supplement.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board.<br />

Continental buffet breakfast and<br />

three course evening meal. Christmas<br />

& New Year meals included.<br />

HOTEL SAVOIA DEBILI<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 18<br />

Please note: the hotel welcomes<br />

families and will not accept large<br />

groups (over 12) or single sex<br />

parties.<br />

PROPERTY CODE: R81H02<br />

This hotel is family-run with a pleasant atmosphere and offers simple<br />

but comfortable accommodation in a central location just 150m from<br />

the Clotes chairlift and 100m from the resort centre. A recently built<br />

wellness area is the perfect place to soothe aching muscles at the end of<br />

the day.<br />

FACILITIES†: Restaurant •Bar (on<br />

the first floor) with open plan<br />

lounge and TV •Spa area with<br />

sauna, steam room and hot tub<br />

ROOMS (2-5 PEOPLE): Twin rooms<br />

with telephone, satellite TV,<br />

hairdryer, bath or shower and wc.<br />

Family rooms with twin beds and a<br />

set of bunk beds (suitable for 2<br />

adults & 2 children or 3 adults) or<br />

one twin bedroom and a separate<br />

room with 2 bunk beds & 1 extra<br />

bed (suitable for 2 adults & 3<br />

children or 3 adults).<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board. Buffet<br />

continental breakfast and three<br />

course evening meal. Christmas &<br />

New Year meals included.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 31<br />

PROPERTY CODE: R81H01<br />

Neilson Rating ••+<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Sleep 17<br />

9 bedrooms<br />

Log fire<br />

Free afternoon tea<br />

Free wine served with<br />

dinner<br />

Single room at no<br />

supplement all season<br />

Unique and charming catered chalets<br />

located in the best resorts<br />

Neilson Rating •••+<br />

CENTRAL LOCATION<br />

FOUR OR MORE<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Single room at no<br />

supplement all season<br />

Neilson Rating ••+<br />

CENTRAL LOCATION<br />

WELLNESS AREA<br />

GOOD FOR GROUPS<br />

FOUR OR MORE<br />

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Basic Holiday Prices in £s per adult from<br />

the amounts shown.<br />

Hotel Assietta<br />

20 Dec- 27 Dec- 03 Jan- 24 Jan- 07 Feb- 14 Feb- 21 Feb- 07 Mar- 21 Mar- 28 Mar- 04 Apr-<br />

Nts 26 Dec 02 Jan 23 Jan 06 Feb 13 Feb 20 Feb 06 Mar 20 Mar 27 Mar 03 Apr 10 Apr<br />

Supplements in £s per person per night from:<br />

(Unless otherwise stated)<br />

R81H28 Bed & Breakfast Room 2/4 7 479 565 365 385 395 669 389 379 369 439 469<br />

Room 2/4: Half Board £10, Sole use of twin £21, 3rd & 4th<br />

Adult redn. £5<br />

25%<br />

Hotel Sport<br />

R81H16 Half Board Room 2/4 7 535 685 435 459 469 755 455 445 435 505 545<br />

Room 2/4: Sole use of twin £32, 3rd & 4th Adult redn. £3<br />

25%<br />

Hotel Derby<br />

R81H13 Bed & Breakfast Room 2/3 7 475 559 359 379 389 665 385 375 365 435 485<br />

Room 2/3: Sole use of twin £22, Single room £Nil<br />

0%<br />

Hotel Chaberton<br />

R81H10 Bed & Breakfast Room 2/3 7 475 555 385 405 415 659 385 375 389 435 479<br />

Room 2/3: Sole use of twin £14, 3rd & 4th Adult redn. £4<br />

25%<br />

Chalet Le Valentin<br />

R81C00 Chalet Board Chalet 7 595 739 429 449 459 845 455 445 435 505 665<br />

Chalet: Sole use of twin £13, Single room £Nil<br />

25%<br />

Hotel Stella Alpina<br />

R81H02 Half Board Room 2/4 7 589 759 479 499 509 829 505 495 485 555 569<br />

Room 2/4: Sole use of twin £37, Superior room £17, Single<br />

room £Nil<br />

25%<br />

Hotel Savoia Debili<br />

R81H01 Half Board Room 2/5 7 609 899 499 519 559 859 529 519 505 579 595<br />

Room 2/5: Single room £8, Sole use of twin £21, 3rd & 4th<br />

Adult redn. £3<br />

25%<br />

Hotel La Torre<br />

R81H17 Half Board Room 2/3 7 745 1075 625 645 679 1015 649 639 629 699 719<br />

Room 2/3: Sole use of twin £58, 3rd & 4th Adult redn. £9<br />

35%<br />

Hotel Faure<br />

R81H23 Bed & Breakfast Room 2/3 7 575 645 465 485 529 845 489 479 469 539 585<br />

Room 2/3: Sole use of twin £32, 3rd & 4th Adult redn. £3<br />

25%<br />

Prices are a guide only & will be confirmed on enquiry. Adult prices in £ sterling start from the amounts shown & apply to selected flight departures between each date range based on current charges & costs. Prices may go up or down & supplements (e.g. flight &/or fuel), or reductions may apply. Supplements ‘from’ are based on low season dates. For full details on how to price your holiday, charges,<br />

supplements & surcharges see ‘Your Holiday Price’ page 368. For important Holiday Information & Booking Conditions see pages 368 - 385. †Some facilities may incur a local charge. LOW 03-30Jan,14Mar-03Apr.MID 20-26Dec,31Jan-13Feb,21Feb-13Mar,04-18Apr.HIGH 27 Dec - 02 Jan, 14 - 20 Feb. NS202a<br />

LIFT PASS (6 DAYS) LS HS<br />

Adult (born 31/12/33 - 31/12/99) .............. £99 £149<br />

Youth (born 01/01/99 - 31/12/00) ............. £99 £105<br />

Child (born after 01/01/01) ........................ FREE FREE<br />

Senior (born before 31/12/33) ................... FREE FREE<br />

LS - 4 Apr - 10 Apr. HS - All other dates. Lift pass covers<br />

Sauze d’Oulx, Sestriere and all other resorts in the Milky way<br />

ski area. No keycard deposit required.<br />

<strong>SKI</strong>ER’S PACK (6 DAYS) LS HS<br />

Adult - Complete Beginner†† ..................... £229 £275<br />

Adult - Intermediate ................................... £239 £285<br />

Ski Pack Ages: Adult = (born 31/12/33 - 31/12/99) Includes:<br />

6 days x 3hrs tuition, 6 days lift pass & 6 days standard ski &<br />

boot hire. LS - 4 Apr - 10 Apr. HS - All other dates. No<br />

keycard deposit required.<br />

HOTEL LA TORRE<br />

This Art Deco style hotel is unique in design and offers great facilities<br />

including a spa centre. It is situated in a quiet area just 300m from the<br />

resort centre and 500m from the Clotes chairlift, served by the ski bus<br />

which stops 50m away.<br />

FACILITIES†: Restaurant •Piano bar<br />

•TV lounge •Sun terrace •Playroom<br />

•Wifi<br />

SPA FEATURES†: •Spa centre with<br />

indoor pool, hydro-massage<br />

treatments, sauna, steam room,<br />

fitness room and relaxation areas.<br />

Note: spa reserved for guests 14yrs<br />

and over.)<br />

ROOMS (2-3 PEOPLE): Spacious<br />

twin or double rooms, some with an<br />

extra bed, with telephone, satellite<br />

TV, minibar, safe, bath, shower, wc<br />

& hairdryer.<br />

HOTEL FAURE<br />

<strong>SNOWBOARD</strong>ER’S PACK (6 DAYS) LS HS<br />

Adult - Complete Beginner†† ..................... £249 £269<br />

Adult - Intermediate ................................... £259 £279<br />

Snowboard Pack Ages: Adult = (born 31/12/33 - 31/12/99)<br />

Includes: 3 days x 2hrs tuition, 6 days lift pass & 6 days<br />

standard snowboard & boot hire. LS - 4 Apr - 10 Apr. HS - All<br />

other dates. No keycard deposit required.<br />

SAUZE D’OULX <strong>SKI</strong> PACK<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board. Buffet<br />

style breakfast, three course evening<br />

meal with a choice of menu & salad<br />

buffet. Christmas & New Year Gala<br />

meals included.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 114<br />

PROPERTY CODE: R81H17<br />

Situated in the old part of Sauze d’Oulx, the family–run Hotel Faure is a<br />

charming, small ‘boutique’ style property. It offers cosy, rustic interiors,<br />

intimate service and good facilities. It’s a popular choice for families and<br />

couples. <strong>The</strong> nearest lift is approximately 200m away in the Clotes ski<br />

area served by a ski bus which stops 50m in the resort centre.<br />

FACILITIES†: Lounge •Breakfast<br />

room/Bar area with TV •Free use of<br />

sauna, steam room & hot tub<br />

•Massage treatments<br />

ROOMS (2-3 PEOPLE): Twin or<br />

double rooms, some with an<br />

additional single bed, satellite TV,<br />

fridge, telephone, safe, shower and<br />

wc.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Bed & Breakfast.<br />

Daily continental buffet breakfast.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 11<br />

PROPERTY CODE: R81H23<br />

<strong>SKI</strong>/BOARD EQUIPMENT (6 DAYS) ADULT CHILD*<br />

Skis & boots standard ................................. £65 £45<br />

Skis & boots superior .................................. £99 -<br />

Skis only standard ...................................... £49 £35<br />

Skis only superior ....................................... £59 -<br />

Snowboard & boots standard .................... £75 £75<br />

Snowboard only standard .......................... £55 £55<br />

Helmet** .................................................... - FREE<br />

*Child skis & boots = 3-12yrs, *Child board & boots = 8-12yrs.<br />

**Child equipment hire includes helmet hire.<br />

Neilson Rating ••••<br />

WELLNESS AREA<br />

INDOOR POOL<br />

Neilson Rating •••+<br />

Child %<br />

discount<br />

<strong>SKI</strong>/BOARD TUITION<br />

Adult ski school (6x3hrs) ............................................ £99<br />

Child ski school (6x3hrs) ............................................. £99<br />

Snowboard school (3x2hrs) ........................................ £99<br />

Child ski school = 4-12yrs. Snowboard school = 8yrs+.<br />

IMPORTANT: †† Complete beginner = Ability Level 0, Intermediate = Ability Level 1-4. Ability levels must be stated at the time of booking - see page 13 for details. Special Offers may be withdrawn at any time. Prices are in £s and are approximate - please see reservation system, our website or call us for more details.<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk/sauzedoulx call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free use of sauna, steam<br />

room & hot tub


<strong>SKI</strong> LEADING • SELF DRIVE<br />

ACTIVITIES<br />

PARAPENTING<br />

• Snowmobiling<br />

Head to the top of Borgata to see the<br />

• Squash<br />

mountains from a bird’s eye view.<br />

• Sports Complex<br />

Enjoy a soaring flight safely strapped to<br />

• Ice Skating<br />

an expert instructor. An unforgettable<br />

• Swimming Pool<br />

• Husky Dog Sledding<br />

experience.<br />

• Snowshoeing<br />

DOGSLEDDING<br />

• Heli-skiing (Pragelato)<br />

• Bobsleigh (Sansicario) Head into the stunning scenery with a<br />

guide, a sled and your team of huskies<br />

SNOWMOBILING<br />

and enjoy the views and tranquility of<br />

Hop on a high-powered<br />

the mountains.<br />

snowmobile for an adrenalinefilled<br />

blast around the trails<br />

surrounding Sestriere.<br />

Sestriere, at 2035m, is one of the<br />

highest resorts in Italy. Situated just<br />

above the treeline this snowy,<br />

purpose built resort has a relaxed,<br />

cosmopolitan feel to it, with an aprèsski<br />

agenda more relaxed than its<br />

livelier neighbour Sauze d’Oulx. It<br />

offers a complete range of skiing<br />

experiences in its 400km of pistes,<br />

from gentle cruisy blue runs to steep<br />

downhill black runs, made famous by<br />

the 2006 Olympics.<br />

This is another resort benefitting<br />

immensely from the games with a<br />

new gondola link to the other<br />

SESTRIERE & PRAGELATO – ITALY<br />

LIFT PASS & TUITION<br />

PRICE PROMISE<br />

See page 371<br />

‘Vialattea’ resorts of Sansicario, Sauze<br />

d’Oulx and Claviere, as well as some<br />

of the best snowmaking in the area.<br />

Sat on a high, sunny col, Sestriere is a<br />

resort you can ski until your legs give<br />

out, and then indulge in the Italian<br />

love of sunbathing on a truly relaxing<br />

holiday.<br />

Pragelato is a small, exclusive resort<br />

situated 10km down the road from<br />

Sestriere. A cable car links the resort<br />

to the Sestriere ski area making it<br />

popular with guests seeking first-class<br />

accommodation, luxurious spa<br />

facilities as well as fantastic skiing.<br />

“On a high, sunny<br />

col, Sestriere is a<br />

resort you can ski<br />

until your legs give<br />

out. It has a<br />

relaxed,<br />

cosmopolitan feel<br />

and an après ski<br />

agenda more<br />

relaxed than its<br />

neighbour, Sauze<br />

D’Oulx.”<br />

BEGINNERS<br />

INTERMEDIATES<br />

ADVANCED<br />

OFF-PISTE<br />

NON <strong>SKI</strong>ERS<br />

FAMILIES<br />

NIGHTLIFE<br />

Fair Excellent<br />

MOUNTAIN<br />

Skiing Altitude 1390m–2825m<br />

Resort Altitude 2035m<br />

Pistes 400km<br />

Number of Runs 214<br />

25% 55% 20%<br />

Number of lifts 89<br />

Drags 33 / Chairs 37 / Gondolas 5<br />

Cable Car 1<br />

Longest Run 9km<br />

Direction of Slopes N, S, E, W<br />

Terrain Parks yes<br />

Cross Country Trails 10km<br />

Night Skiing no<br />

Mountain Restaurants 7 in Sestrière<br />

Snowmaking 130km of runs covered<br />

Resort Ski Bus no<br />

Linked Resorts Sauze d’Oulx,<br />

Sansicario, Montgenevre,<br />

Claviere, Cessana<br />

FAMILY<br />

Babycare n/a<br />

Crèche See Pragelato Village<br />

Ski School 4yrs+ pre-bookable, p206<br />

See page 373 or<br />

neilson.co.uk/childcare for more info.<br />

TRAVEL<br />

Departure Airports Gatwick,<br />

Birmingham, Manchester<br />

Destination Airports Turin<br />

Season 20 Dec–4 Apr<br />

Departure Day Sunday<br />

Flight Guide See page 384<br />

Transfer Time 1hr 45mins<br />

Private taxi transfers available -<br />

please call us for details<br />

Self Drive See page 368<br />

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HOTEL BELVEDERE & APARTMENTS<br />

Situated 700m from the resort centre and main ski lifts, the Belvedere<br />

offers a high standard of accommodation and a friendly and relaxed<br />

atmosphere. As well as its own shuttle bus service, the free ski bus stops<br />

outside the hotel.<br />

FACILITIES†: Bar •Lobby lounge<br />

•Restaurant •TV room •Internet<br />

corner •Free use of sauna, steam<br />

room & hot tub •Free use of fitness<br />

room •Free hotel-run shuttle bus<br />

•Live music once a week<br />

HOTEL ROOMS (2-4 PEOPLE):<br />

Twin, triple & four bedded rooms<br />

with satellite TV, safe, minibar,<br />

hairdryer, bathrobes, slippers,<br />

shower and wc.<br />

HOTEL BOARD BASIS: Half Board.<br />

Hot and cold buffet breakfast and<br />

four course evening meal including<br />

a choice of first and main course,<br />

salad buffet and dessert. Christmas<br />

& New Year meals included.<br />

HOTEL BIANCANEVE<br />

1 BEDROOM APARTMENTS (2-4<br />

PEOPLE): Double or twin bedroom,<br />

two sofa beds in living area, satellite<br />

TV, kitchenette with hob and fridge,<br />

shower and wc.<br />

1 BEDROOM APARTMENTS (3-6<br />

PEOPLE): As above with a set of<br />

bunk beds in the double or twin<br />

bedroom.<br />

APARTMENT BOARD BASIS: Self<br />

Catering<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 36<br />

HOTEL CODE: R82H07<br />

APRTMENTS CODE: R82A04<br />

Situated 400m from the resort centre and the main ski lifts, the<br />

Biancaneve offers traditional Italian style accommodation with a friendly<br />

atmosphere. <strong>The</strong> ski bus stops outside the hotel every 30 minutes and<br />

the hotel offers a courtesy bus throughout the day.<br />

FACILITIES†: Restaurant •Bar •TV<br />

room •Lounge •Sauna •Internet<br />

corner •New wellness area with<br />

sauna, spa bath, steam room and<br />

small fitness room planned for<br />

winter 09/10.<br />

ROOMS (2-4 PEOPLE): Simply<br />

furnished twin, triple rooms and four<br />

bedded rooms with twin beds and a<br />

set of bunk beds, with shower, wc,<br />

TV, telephone and wifi.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board.<br />

Continental breakfast and four<br />

course evening meal with a choice<br />

of first and second course. Christmas<br />

& New Year meals included.<br />

EDELWEISS APARTMENTS<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 51<br />

PROPERTY CODE: R82H00<br />

Built two years ago, these apartments are well equipped and offer a<br />

great standard of accommodation just a few minutes walk from<br />

Sestriere’s sports centre, 800m from the resort centre and 1.5km from<br />

the main ski slopes, ski lifts, ski school meeting point and ski storage.<br />

FACILITIES†: Reception •Ski storage<br />

•Free wifi<br />

ACCOMMODATION: All studios<br />

and apartments have a<br />

lounge/dining area, kitchen with 4<br />

ring hob, oven, microwave,<br />

dishwasher & fridge/freezer, satellite<br />

TV, wifi, telephone, hairdryer,<br />

shower, wc and balcony or terrace.<br />

Bed linen and towels included.<br />

STUDIO CABINE (2-4 PEOPLE):<br />

Lounge/dining area with double<br />

sofa bed, bunk beds in a cabine area<br />

separated by a curtain.<br />

1 BEDROOM APARTMENTS (4-6<br />

PEOPLE): Bunk beds in a cabine<br />

area separated by a curtain, a<br />

separate twin or double bedroom<br />

and double sofa bed in the living<br />

area.<br />

2 BEDROOM APARTMENTS (5-7<br />

PEOPLE): Bunk beds in a cabine<br />

area separated by a curtain, twin<br />

beds on a mezzanine level, a single<br />

and a double sofa bed in the living<br />

area, and an extra shower and wc.<br />

DEPOSIT: €300 payable on arrival.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Self Catering.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★<br />

PROPERTY CODE: R82A05<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk/sestriere call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

Neilson Rating •••+<br />

GOOD FOR GROUPS<br />

FOUR OR MORE<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free use of sauna, steam<br />

room, hot tub and<br />

fitness room<br />

Free use of slopeside ski<br />

storage<br />

Free afternoon tea and<br />

biscuits for hotel guests<br />

only<br />

Free use of hotel shuttle<br />

bus service<br />

Neilson Rating •••<br />

GOOD FOR GROUPS<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free afternoon tea &<br />

biscuits 4-6pm<br />

Free ski storage at ski<br />

base<br />

New wellness area<br />

planned for winter 0910<br />

VALUE<br />

No frills accommodation at a cheaper price<br />

– where it's the skiing that really counts!<br />

Neilson Rating •••+


GRAND HOTEL SESTRIERE<br />

Recently refurbished, the Grand Hotel Sestriere offers spacious, relaxing<br />

public areas and excellent facilities. It has a great location 100m from<br />

the main square in the resort centre. <strong>The</strong> lifts and slopes are 500m<br />

away, plus a variety of shops and restaurants can be found within a few<br />

minutes' walk.<br />

FACILITIES†: Spacious lounge •Bar<br />

•Residents' restaurant •À la carte<br />

restaurant •Wifi •Hotel-run shuttle<br />

bus service on request<br />

SPA FEATURES†: Free use of sauna,<br />

steam room & hot tub •Massage<br />

and beauty treatments available.<br />

Important information on spa<br />

facilities – see page 375.<br />

ROOMS (2-3 PEOPLE): Twin rooms<br />

with flatscreen satellite TV, wifi,<br />

minibar, safe, hairdryer, shower and<br />

wc. Superior rooms which can take<br />

HOTEL CRISTALLO<br />

Situated in an ideal position in the centre of the resort and just across<br />

the street from the ski base, lifts and ski school meeting place. <strong>The</strong> hotel<br />

itself is of a high standard and offers modern, comfortable<br />

accommodation and great facilities.<br />

FACILITIES†: Restaurant •Bar<br />

•Lounge and separate TV room<br />

•Free use of sauna, hot tub, steam<br />

room and fitness room.<br />

ROOMS (2-4 PEOPLE): Twin, triple<br />

or four bedded with cable TV, safe,<br />

minibar, phone, hairdryer, internet<br />

access, bathrobes & slippers, shower<br />

and wc.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board. Buffet<br />

breakfast and three course evening<br />

meals. Christmas & New Year meals<br />

included.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 42<br />

PROPERTY CODE: R82H06<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk/sestriere call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

SESTRIERE – ITALY<br />

an extra bed with a balcony<br />

overlooking the slopes available at a<br />

supplement. Single rooms on<br />

request at a supplement.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board. Hot &<br />

cold buffet breakfast and four course<br />

evening meal. Christmas & New<br />

Year meals included.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 91<br />

PROPERTY CODE: R82H02<br />

Neilson Rating ••••<br />

CENTRAL LOCATION<br />

WELLNESS AREA<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free use of wellness<br />

area with sauna, steam<br />

room and hot tub<br />

A handpicked selection of hotels<br />

offering first class spa facilities<br />

Neilson Rating ••••<br />

CENTRAL LOCATION<br />

WELLNESS AREA<br />

GOOD FOR FAMILIES<br />

FAMILY ROOMS<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free afternoon tea &<br />

biscuits 4-6pm<br />

Free use of sauna, steam<br />

room & hot tub<br />

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206<br />

ITALY – PRAGELATO<br />

Basic Holiday Prices in £s per adult from<br />

the amounts shown.<br />

Hotel Belvedere<br />

20 Dec- 27 Dec- 03 Jan- 24 Jan- 07 Feb- 14 Feb- 21 Feb- 07 Mar- 21 Mar- 28 Mar- 04 Apr-<br />

Nts 26 Dec 02 Jan 23 Jan 06 Feb 13 Feb 20 Feb 06 Mar 20 Mar 27 Mar 03 Apr 10 Apr<br />

Supplements in £s per person per night from:<br />

(Unless otherwise stated)<br />

A handpicked selection of hotels<br />

offering first class spa facilities<br />

Room 2/4: Sole use of twin £65, 3rd & 4th Adult redn. £5<br />

R82H07 Half Board Room 2/4 7 745 1195 625 735 745 1109 709 639 629 699 729<br />

25%<br />

Belvedere Apartments<br />

Apt 2/4: 3Share£8,2Share£24<br />

R82A04 Self Catering Apt 2/4 7 535 765 375 395 405 755 399 389 379 449 469<br />

10%<br />

Apt 3/6 7 525 755 365 385 395 745 389 379 369 439 459<br />

Apt 3/6: 5Share£4,4Share£11,3Share£22<br />

Hotel Biancaneve<br />

Room 2/4: Sole use of twin £50, 3rd & 4th Adult redn. £4<br />

R82H00 Half Board Room 2/4 7 639 1039 529 619 665 979 635 519 505 579 625<br />

25%<br />

Edelweiss Apartments<br />

Studio 2/4: 3Share£6,2Share£18<br />

R82A05 Self Catering Studio 2/4 7 459 649 325 345 375 659 349 339 329 399 459<br />

10%<br />

Apt 4/6 7 449 639 315 335 365 649 339 329 319 389 449<br />

Apt 5/7 7 449 669 315 335 365 679 339 329 319 389 449<br />

Apt 4/6: 5Sharefrom£3,4Share£8<br />

Apt 5/7: 6Share£3,5Share£7<br />

Grand Hotel Sestriere<br />

R82H02 Half Board Room 2 7 949 1489 695 789 1055 1369 1049 815 715 785 799<br />

Room 2: Single room £32, Sole use of twin £81, Superior<br />

room £11, 3rd & 4th Adult redn. £13<br />

25%<br />

Hotel Cristallo<br />

R82H06 Half Board Room 2/4 7 805 1299 679 765 879 1199 875 695 685 755 799<br />

Room 2/4: Sole use of twin £72, 3rd & 4th Adult redn. £6<br />

25%<br />

Pragelato Village & Chalet Suites<br />

Chalet Suite 2/3: Half Board £45<br />

RB7H00/HS0 Bed & Breakfast Chalet Suite 2/3 7 1985 2405 895 1289 1775 2085 1765 1415 1405 1649 -<br />

25%<br />

Chalet Suite 4/5 7 1169 1349 595 829 929 1239 925 809 799 949 -<br />

Chalet Suite 4/5: Half Board £45, 4 Share £24<br />

Pragelato Village Chalet Apartments<br />

Chalet 2/3: Half Board £45, 2 share £61<br />

RB7A00 Bed & Breakfast Chalet 2/3 7 1309 1585 595 875 1155 1465 1149 1045 1035 1105 -<br />

25%<br />

Chalet 4/5 7 1055 1269 509 725 925 1235 919 835 825 895 -<br />

Chalet 4/5: Half Board £45, 4 share £23<br />

Prices are a guide only & will be confirmed on enquiry. Adult prices in £ sterling start from the amounts shown & apply to selected flight departures between each date range based on current charges & costs. Prices may go up or down & supplements (e.g. flight &/or fuel), or reductions may apply. Supplements ‘from’ are based on low season dates. For full details on how to price your holiday, charges,<br />

supplements & surcharges see ‘Your Holiday Price’ page 368. For important Holiday Information & Booking Conditions see pages 368 - 385. †Some facilities may incur a local charge. LOW 03-30Jan,14Mar-03Apr.MID 20-26Dec,31Jan-13Feb,21Feb-13Mar,04-18Apr.HIGH 27 Dec - 02 Jan, 14 - 20 Feb. NS206a<br />

LIFT PASS (6 DAYS) LS HS<br />

Adult (born 31/12/33 - 31/12/98) .............. £99 £149<br />

Youth (born 01/01/99 - 31/12/00) ............. £99 £105<br />

Child (born after 01/01/01) ........................ FREE FREE<br />

Senior (born before 31/12/33) ................... FREE FREE<br />

LS - 4 Apr - 10 Apr. HS - All other dates. Lift pass covers<br />

Sestriere, Sauze d’Oulx and all other resorts in the Milky way<br />

ski area. No keycard deposit required.<br />

<strong>SKI</strong>ER’S PACK (6 DAYS) LS HS<br />

Adult - Complete Beginner†† ..................... £249 £289<br />

Adult - Intermediate ................................... £259 £299<br />

Ski Pack Ages: Adult = (born 31/12/33 - 31/12/99) Includes:<br />

6 days x 3hrs tuition, 6 days lift pass & 6 days standard ski &<br />

boot hire. LS - 4 Apr - 10 Apr. HS - All other dates. No<br />

keycard deposit required.<br />

PRAGELATO VILLAGE (PRAGELATO)<br />

A luxurious, village-style resort featuring low-rise chalet style<br />

accommodation plus first class dining and spa facilities. A cable car,<br />

linking Pragelato to a red run in Sestriere 8 minutes away, is situated<br />

adjacent to the property. <strong>The</strong>re is also a free shuttle bus service to<br />

Sestriere resort centre (approx 15 mins away).<br />

FACILITIES: 3 restaurants •2 bars<br />

•Cinema •Free use of fitness room<br />

•In-house ski shop •Ski storage<br />

•Laundry service •24hr room service<br />

•24hr reception<br />

SPA FEATURES†: 800m 2 Mineralia<br />

spa centre with indoor & outdoor<br />

pools, saunas, steam room and spa<br />

bath •Massage and beauty<br />

treatments<br />

Please note: guests staying in chalet<br />

suites have free access to the spa<br />

centre. <strong>The</strong> pool area is restricted to<br />

children over 4yrs during the day<br />

and adults after 5pm.<br />

Important information on spa<br />

facilities – see page 375.<br />

FOR FAMILIES: Free children’s club<br />

2-12yrs •Babysitting •Children’s<br />

menu •Early dinners •Games room<br />

1 BEDROOM CHALET SUITES (2-3<br />

PEOPLE): Spacious two floor suites<br />

(52m 2 ) with a double sofa bed in<br />

the lounge area (suitable for 1 adult<br />

or 2 children), flatscreen satellite TV,<br />

DVD home cinema, free wifi, safe,<br />

minibar, king or twin bedroom on<br />

the 2nd floor with flatscreen satellite<br />

TV, hairdryer, bathrobes, slippers,<br />

shower and wc, plus a separate wc<br />

on the ground floor.<br />

<strong>SNOWBOARD</strong>ER’S PACK (6 DAYS) LS HS<br />

Adult - Complete Beginner†† ..................... £239 £289<br />

Adult - Intermediate ................................... £249 £299<br />

Snowboard Pack Ages: Adult = (born 31/12/33 - 31/12/99)<br />

Includes: 3 days x 2hrs tuition, 6 days lift pass & 6 days<br />

standard snowboard & boot hire. LS - 4 Apr - 10 Apr. HS - All<br />

other dates. No keycard deposit required.<br />

SESTRIERE <strong>SKI</strong> PACK<br />

- For Pragelato see reservations system.<br />

2 BEDROOM CHALET SUITES (4-5<br />

PEOPLE): Larger (60-66m2 ) with an<br />

extra king or twin bedroom and an<br />

extra shower room with wc.<br />

1 BEDROOM CHALET<br />

APARTMENTS (2-3 PEOPLE):<br />

Spacious two floor apartments<br />

(52m2 ) with a double sofa bed in<br />

the lounge area (suitable for 1 adult<br />

or 2 children), flatscreen satellite TV,<br />

free wifi, safe, minibar, fully<br />

equipped kitchen with oven, hob,<br />

microwave, dishwasher and fridge,<br />

queen or twin bedroom on the 2nd<br />

floor with flatscreen satellite TV,<br />

hairdryer, bathrobes, shower and<br />

wc, plus a separate wc on the<br />

ground floor.<br />

2 BEDROOM CHALET<br />

APARTMENTS (4-5 PEOPLE): As<br />

above but with an extra queen or<br />

twin bedroom & an extra shower<br />

room with wc.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Bed & Breakfast.<br />

Half Board option available at a<br />

supplement. Buffet style breakfast<br />

and dinner.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 208<br />

HOTEL CODE: RB7H00/HSO<br />

CHALET APTS CODE: RB7A00<br />

<strong>SKI</strong>/BOARD EQUIPMENT (6 DAYS) ADULT CHILD *<br />

Skis & boots standard ................................. £59 £45<br />

Skis & boots superior .................................. £75 -<br />

Skis only standard ...................................... £45 £35<br />

Skis only superior ....................................... £69 -<br />

Snowboard & boots standard .................... £85 £75<br />

Snowboard only standard .......................... £65 £55<br />

Helmet** .................................................... - FREE<br />

*Child skis & boots = 4-12yrs, *Child board & boots = 8-12yrs.<br />

**Child equipment hire includes helmet hire.<br />

Neilson Rating •••••<br />

INDOOR POOL<br />

OUTDOOR POOL<br />

WELLNESS AREA<br />

CHILDREN’S CLUB<br />

FAMILY ROOMS<br />

Child %<br />

discount<br />

<strong>SKI</strong>/BOARD TUITION<br />

Adult ski school (6x3hrs) ............................................ £115<br />

Child ski school (6x3hrs) ............................................. £115<br />

Snowboard school (3x3hrs) ........................................ £85<br />

Child ski school = 4-12yrs. Snowboard school = 8yrs+.<br />

IMPORTANT: †† Complete beginner = Ability Level 0, Intermediate = Ability Level 1-4. Ability levels must be stated at the time of booking - see page 13 for details. Special Offers may be withdrawn at any time. Prices are in £s and are approximate - please see reservation system, our website or call us for more details.<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk/pragelato call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free shuttle bus service<br />

to Sestriere<br />

Free children’s club for<br />

2-12yrs<br />

For Chalet Suite guests<br />

only, free access to the<br />

Mineralia Spa Centre<br />

Important: due to the red run<br />

linking Pragelato to Sestriere’s<br />

main slopes, beginners and<br />

early intermediates will need to<br />

take the hotel-run shuttle bus<br />

to Sestriere for skiing and<br />

ski/board tuition. Pre-bookable<br />

ski/board group lessons, skiers'<br />

and snowboarders' packs<br />

include a daily one-way taxi<br />

transfer to Sestriere ski school<br />

meeting place in the morning.


<strong>SKI</strong> LEADING • SELF DRIVE<br />

ACTIVITIES<br />

experts from Spazio Neve ski school in<br />

• Ice Skating<br />

one of the best parks in the region.<br />

• Sports Centre<br />

• Indoor Tennis<br />

TURIN FOR A DAY<br />

• Horse Riding<br />

Hop on the train for a short ride into<br />

• Indoor Swimming Pool the real life set of the Italian Job. A city<br />

• Twice Weekly Market<br />

• Day trip to Turin<br />

• Snowcat Safaris<br />

• Snowtubing<br />

• Torchlight Descent<br />

rich in history, home to the Turin<br />

Shroud, which offers a host of<br />

shopping, sightseeing and cultural<br />

experiences.<br />

ICE SKATING<br />

FREESTYLE CLINICS<br />

Since the Olympics, freestyle<br />

has taken Bardonecchia by<br />

storm. You can learn how to<br />

dominate the pipe and park<br />

under the watchful eyes of the<br />

Hire some skates and slide to re-create<br />

your very own Torville and Dean<br />

moments. A great little activity at the<br />

end of the day and a welcome break<br />

from ski boots.<br />

Bardonecchia is best described as a<br />

taste of real, modern Italy coupled<br />

with an excellent ski area. It’s one of<br />

those places in the Alps where you<br />

can experience both a working,<br />

bustling town and great skiing. <strong>The</strong><br />

legacy of the 2006 winter Olympics is<br />

evident in a perfectly shaped half pipe<br />

& a brand new terrain park. You can<br />

ride and ski the same runs as the<br />

Olympians, not to mention the ever<br />

improving lift systems. Far from being<br />

an experts only venue, Bardonecchia<br />

has a caring ski school which is<br />

passionate about teaching those first<br />

turns on skis.<br />

BARDONECCHIA – ITALY<br />

LIFT PASS & TUITION<br />

PRICE PROMISE<br />

See page 371<br />

With a range of board options you<br />

can choose the convenience of a half<br />

board hotel each evening, or<br />

excellent slopeside apartments and<br />

head for the town in the evening<br />

with its choice of bars serving<br />

delicious aperitivos followed by good<br />

value restaurants.<br />

“You can be at the<br />

beating heart of the<br />

town one minute,<br />

and enjoying world<br />

class pistes the<br />

next.”<br />

BEGINNERS<br />

INTERMEDIATES<br />

ADVANCED<br />

OFF-PISTE<br />

NON <strong>SKI</strong>ERS<br />

FAMILIES<br />

NIGHTLIFE<br />

MOUNTAIN<br />

Skiing Altitude 1290m–2750m<br />

Resort Altitude 1312m<br />

Pistes 110km<br />

Number of Runs 49<br />

21% 67% 12%<br />

Number of lifts 24<br />

Drags 12 / Chairs 8 / Gondola 1<br />

Longest Run 6km<br />

Direction of Slopes N, NW, W<br />

Terrain Parks yes<br />

Half Pipe yes<br />

Cross Country Trails 10km<br />

Mountain Restaurants 10<br />

Snowmaking 20% runs covered<br />

Resort Ski Bus yes, free<br />

FAMILY<br />

Fair Excellent<br />

Babycare n/a<br />

Crèche See Best Western Hotel Rive<br />

Ski School 4yrs+ pre-bookable, p209<br />

See page 373 or<br />

neilson.co.uk/childcare for more info.<br />

TRAVEL<br />

Departure Airports Gatwick,<br />

Birmingham, Manchester<br />

Destination Airport Turin<br />

Season 20 Dec–7 Mar<br />

Departure Day Sunday<br />

Flight Guide See page 384<br />

Transfer Time 1hrs 30mins<br />

Private taxi transfers available -<br />

please call us for details<br />

Self Drive See page 368<br />

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208<br />

ITALY – BARDONECCHIA<br />

HOTEL CA FIORE<br />

Situated close to the Campo Smith area of Bardonecchia, the Ca Fiore is<br />

just 100m from the nearest four man chairlift and offers an exceptional<br />

level of comfort in a recently built building. It has a reputation for<br />

warm, friendly service and delicious Italian cuisine.<br />

FACILITIES†: Bar • Restaurant with<br />

open fire •TV lounge •Free use of<br />

sauna, three spa baths & small<br />

fitness room •Reception<br />

ROOMS (2-4 PEOPLE): Spacious<br />

twin or double rooms, some with an<br />

extra one or two beds, with<br />

hairdryer, telephone, minibar, safe,<br />

satellite TV, shower and wc.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board.<br />

Continental buffet breakfast and<br />

four-course evening meal with a<br />

choice of 1st and 2nd course, salad<br />

buffet and dessert. Christmas &<br />

New Year meals included.<br />

HOTEL LA BETULLA<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 37<br />

PROPERTY CODE: R83H09<br />

Typical of the Valsusa region, this is a friendly hotel within walking<br />

distance of the main shopping street and 1km from the ski school and<br />

lifts. <strong>The</strong> ski bus stops outside the hotel.<br />

FACILITIES†: Reception •Restaurant<br />

•Spacious lounge/bar area<br />

ROOMS (2-4 PEOPLE): Simply<br />

furnished twin or double, triple and<br />

four bedded rooms with telephone,<br />

TV, shower and wc, two sets of twin<br />

beds, shower and wc are also<br />

available. Single room available at<br />

no supplement. Family rooms with a<br />

twin or double room and a separate<br />

twin room sharing a shower and wc.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board.<br />

Continental buffet breakfast and<br />

evening meal with a choice of<br />

menu. Christmas & New Year meals<br />

included.<br />

GRAN BAITA APARTMENTS<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 40<br />

PROPERTY CODE: R83H00<br />

This complex is located directly between the resort centre and the<br />

Campo Smith ski area, 400m from the nearest ski lifts and ski school<br />

meeting point which can be accessed via a footpath away from the<br />

road or via the ski bus which stops 50m away. Simply furnished but<br />

comfortable, these studios and apartments offer great value, plus guests<br />

are offered a discount at a nearby pizzeria restaurant.<br />

FACILITIES†: Ski storage<br />

STUDIOS (2-3 PEOPLE): Open-plan<br />

lounge/dining area with double sofa<br />

bed, (some studios sleeping 3 on an<br />

extra sofa bed), equipped with<br />

kitchenette (4 ring hob, microwave<br />

& fridge), satellite TV, telephone,<br />

ensuite shower and wc and balcony.<br />

Bed linen and towels included.<br />

1 BEDROOM APARTMENTS (2-4<br />

PEOPLE): As above with separate<br />

twin or double bedroom and double<br />

sofa bed in living area.<br />

DEPOSIT: €150 payable on arrival.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Self Catering.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★<br />

PROPERTY CODE: R83A03<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk/bardonecchia call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

Neilson Rating •••+<br />

CENTRAL LOCATION<br />

WELLNESS AREA<br />

GOOD FOR FAMILIES<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free use of wellness<br />

area with sauna, three<br />

spa baths & small fitness<br />

room<br />

Neilson Rating ••<br />

GOOD FOR GROUPS<br />

FOUR OR MORE<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Single room at no<br />

supplement<br />

VALUE<br />

No frills accommodation at a cheaper price<br />

– where it's the skiing that really counts!<br />

Neilson Rating ••<br />

VALUE<br />

No frills accommodation at a cheaper price<br />

– where it's the skiing that really counts!


Basic Holiday Prices in £s per adult from<br />

the amounts shown.<br />

Hotel Ca Fiore<br />

20 Dec- 27 Dec- 03 Jan- 24 Jan- 07 Feb- 14 Feb- 21 Feb- 07 Mar- 21 Mar- 28 Mar-<br />

Nts 26 Dec 02 Jan 23 Jan 06 Feb 13 Feb 20 Feb 06 Mar 20 Mar 27 Mar 03 Apr<br />

Supplements in £s per person per night from:<br />

(Unless otherwise stated)<br />

Room 2/4: Sole use of twin £44, 3rd & 4th Adult redn. £7<br />

R83H09 Half Board Room 2/4 7 729 949 495 509 635 895 559 565 495 565<br />

25%<br />

Hotel La Betulla<br />

R83H00 Half Board Room 2/4 7 605 825 395 409 535 815 465 455 395 465<br />

Room 2/4: Sole use of twin £19, 3rd & 4th Adult redn. £5,<br />

Single room £Nil<br />

25%<br />

Gran Baita Apartments<br />

R83A03 Self Catering Studio 2 7 455 699 319 345 375 669 369 335 325 395<br />

Studio 2/3: 2Share£8<br />

10%<br />

Studio 2/3 7 455 699 319 345 375 669 369 335 325 395<br />

Apt 2/4: 3 Share £5, 2 Share £14<br />

Apt 2/4 7 445 689 309 335 365 659 359 325 315 385<br />

Best Western Hotel Rive<br />

Room 2/4: Sole use of twin £57, 3rd & 4th Adult redn. £13<br />

R83H08 Half Board Room 2/4 7 789 1095 569 589 689 1019 589 585 575 639<br />

35%<br />

Campo Smith Village Apartments<br />

R83A06 Self Catering Studio 2/3 7 465 725 349 369 379 705 375 365 355 425<br />

Studio 2/3: 2 share £9, Sole use £28<br />

10%<br />

Apt 2/4 7 455 715 339 359 369 695 365 355 345 415<br />

Apt 2/4: 3 share £6, 2 share £18<br />

Prices are a guide only & will be confirmed on enquiry. Adult prices in £ sterling start from the amounts shown & apply to selected flight departures between each date range based on current charges & costs. Prices may go up or down & supplements (e.g. flight &/or fuel), or reductions may apply. Supplements ‘from’ are based on low season dates. For full details on how to price your holiday, charges,<br />

supplements & surcharges see ‘Your Holiday Price’ page 368. For important Holiday Information & Booking Conditions see pages 368 - 385. †Some facilities may incur a local charge. LOW 03-30Jan,14Mar-03Apr.MID 20-26Dec,31Jan-13Feb,21Feb-13Mar,04-18Apr.HIGH 27 Dec - 02 Jan, 14 - 20 Feb. NS209a<br />

LIFT PASS (6 DAYS) LS HS<br />

Adult (born 29/11/45 - 28/11/02) .............. £109 £125<br />

Child (born after 29/11/02) ........................ FREE FREE<br />

HS-26Dec-8Jan,6Feb-12Mar.LS-Allotherdates.Lift<br />

pass covers Bardonecchia ski area. Senior lift passes available<br />

locally. No keycard deposit required.<br />

Hotel room<br />

<strong>SKI</strong>ER’S PACK (6 DAYS) LS HS<br />

Adult - Complete Beginner†† ..................... £215 £229<br />

Adult - Intermediate ................................... £225 £239<br />

Child - Complete Beginner†† ...................... £199 £219<br />

Child - Intermediate .................................... £209 £229<br />

Ski Pack Ages: Adult = (born 29/11/45 - 28/11/98), Child =<br />

(born 29/11/98 - 28/11/2002) Includes: 6 days x 3hrs tuition,<br />

6 days lift pass & 6 days standard ski & boot hire. HS - 26<br />

Dec - 8 Jan, 6 Feb - 12 Mar. LS - All other dates.<br />

BEST WESTERN HOTEL RIVE & CAMPO SMITH<br />

VILLAGE APARTMENTS<br />

<strong>SNOWBOARD</strong>ER’S PACK (6 DAYS) LS HS<br />

Adult - Complete Beginner†† ..................... £229 £239<br />

Adult - Intermediate ................................... £239 £249<br />

Child - Complete Beginner†† ...................... £229 £235<br />

Child - Intermediate .................................... £239 £245<br />

Snowboard Pack Ages: Adult = (born 29/11/45 - 28/11/98),<br />

Child = (born 29/11/98 - 28/11/2002) Includes: 3 days x<br />

2hrs tuition, 6 days lift pass & 6 days standard snowboard &<br />

boot hire. HS - 26 Dec - 8 Jan, 6 Feb - 12 Mar. LS - All other<br />

dates.<br />

BARDONECCHIA <strong>SKI</strong> PACK<br />

BARDONECCHIA – ITALY<br />

This large complex, comprising of a hotel and adjacent apartment<br />

buildings, is perfectly located at the foot of the slopes, 50m from the<br />

nearest lift and ski school meeting place. Hotel and apartment guests<br />

have access to excellent facilities including the bar and lounge areas,<br />

plus a planned new wellness centre. <strong>The</strong> resort centre and nearest<br />

supermarket is 1km away while the ski bus stops 50m away. A superb<br />

choice for families, couples and groups.<br />

FACILITIES†: † Restaurant •Bar<br />

•Large lounge •Planned new<br />

wellness centre for W0910 including<br />

sauna, hot tub and steam room<br />

•Massage and beauty treatments<br />

•Fitness room •Heated ski storage<br />

•Free Wifi<br />

FOR FAMILIES: Planned new<br />

children’s club for W0910 for 3-8yr<br />

olds, Mon-Sat, 9.30am-12.30pm &<br />

4-6pm •Child ski school 50m away<br />

HOTEL ROOMS (2 PEOPLE): Twin<br />

or double beds with satelite TV, free<br />

wifi, minibar, radio, safe, bath or<br />

shower and WC.<br />

HOTEL ROOMS (2-4 PEOPLE):<br />

Similar to above, twin or double<br />

rooms with a set of bunk beds<br />

suitable for 2 adults & 2 children.<br />

HOTEL BOARD BASIS: Half Board.<br />

Extensive hot and cold buffet<br />

breakfast and three course evening<br />

meal including choice of first and<br />

main course, salad, cheese and<br />

dessert buffet. Christmas meal &<br />

New Year Gala dinner included.<br />

One bedroom apartment<br />

STUDIO & APARTMENT<br />

ACCOMMODATION: All are<br />

furnished to a high standard with a<br />

kitchen equipped with hob, fridgefreezer,<br />

(microwave on request),<br />

satellite TV, safe, shower, wc and<br />

south-facing balcony. Linen, towels<br />

& end of stay cleaning (except<br />

kitchen) are included.<br />

STUDIO (2-3 PEOPLE): Double sofa<br />

bed & a single sofa bed in the living<br />

area.<br />

1 BEDROOM APARTMENT (2-4<br />

PEOPLE): One double bedroom and<br />

two sofa beds in the living area.<br />

DEPOSIT: €150 per apartment,<br />

payable on arrival.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board.<br />

APARTMENT BOARD BASIS: Self<br />

Catering<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★★ (hotel)<br />

★★★ (apartments)<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 190<br />

HOTEL CODE: R83H08<br />

APARTMENT CODE: R83A06<br />

<strong>SKI</strong>/BOARD EQUIPMENT (6 DAYS) ADULT CHILD*<br />

Skis & boots standard ................................. £55 £39<br />

Skis & boots superior .................................. £75 -<br />

Skis only standard ...................................... £39 £35<br />

Skis only superior ....................................... £65 -<br />

Snowboard & boots standard .................... £79 £75<br />

Snowboard only standard .......................... £59 £55<br />

Helmet** .................................................... - FREE<br />

*Child skis & boots = 4-12yrs, *Child board & boots = 8-12yrs.<br />

**Child equipment hire includes helmet hire.<br />

Neilson Rating •••+<br />

Child %<br />

discount<br />

<strong>SKI</strong>/BOARD TUITION<br />

Adult ski school (6x3hrs) ............................................ £85<br />

Child ski school (6x3hrs) ............................................. £85<br />

Snowboard school (3x2hrs) ........................................ £75<br />

Child ski school = 4-12yrs. Snowboard school = 8yrs+.<br />

IMPORTANT: †† Complete beginner = Ability Level 0, Intermediate = Ability Level 1-4. Ability levels must be stated at the time of booking - see page 13 for details. Special Offers may be withdrawn at any time. Prices are in £s and are approximate - please see reservation system, our website or call us for more details.<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk/bardonecchia call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

<strong>SKI</strong> TO YOUR DOOR<br />

GOOD FOR FAMILIES<br />

FAMILY ROOMS<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Planned new wellness<br />

centre for W09/10<br />

Planned new children’s<br />

club for W09/10<br />

209


210<br />

WELCOME TO AUSTRIA<br />

Austria is famous for its beer and<br />

schnapps-fuelled fun après-ski;<br />

mountain restaurants and bars<br />

start the proceedings midafternoon<br />

with live music and<br />

dancing. Not all resorts are this<br />

lively but the larger ones such as<br />

St Anton, Saalbach &<br />

Hinterglemm, Sölden and Zell<br />

am See certainly are!<br />

• ‘Austrian twin’ beds comprise of<br />

two separate mattresses and bed<br />

linen on one large bed frame with<br />

a shared headboard.<br />

• As a predominantly Catholic<br />

country, Austrian villages are<br />

home to some beautiful churches,<br />

typically with an onion-domed<br />

bell tower that resonates early<br />

every Sunday morning – not a<br />

bad alarm call to get you on the<br />

slopes.<br />

• Be aware, sauna areas in Austria<br />

tend to be naked zones. It is<br />

frowned upon to wear swimming<br />

costumes for hygiene and health<br />

reasons so be brave and make<br />

sure you take a towel!<br />

• Cuisine is hearty and delicious, a<br />

local favourite being ‘Tiroler<br />

Gröstl’, a tasty combination of<br />

potatoes, onions, bacon and<br />

cheese cooked slowly and served<br />

in a heavy pan.<br />

• In some resorts, ski hire shops<br />

classify child and youth skis by<br />

length of ski. A rough guide to<br />

working out what length of ski<br />

your child requires is to take the<br />

height of your child and minus<br />

30cm. We have given an<br />

approximate age range based on<br />

the average height of children in<br />

that age bracket. Once in resort,<br />

if your child requires a longer<br />

length of ski than you have<br />

booked, you may be required to<br />

pay a supplement locally.<br />

Ellmau & Scheffau 247-249<br />

Galtür 215-217<br />

Katschberg 275-277<br />

Kitzbühel & Kirchberg 250-253<br />

Maria Alm 269-271<br />

Mayrhofen 231-236<br />

Niederau & Oberau 237-241<br />

Obergurgl & Hochgurgl 226-230<br />

Picturesque villages, traditional family-run<br />

hotels, guesthouses and welcoming hospitality<br />

St Anton &<br />

St Christoph<br />

Rauris 272-274<br />

Galtür<br />

Saalbach & Hinterglemm 254-261<br />

Seefeld 211-214<br />

WI WIT ITZE ZE ZERL RLAN AN AND<br />

Sölden 222-225<br />

Söll 242-246<br />

St Anton & St Christoph 218-221<br />

Zell am See & Kaprun 262-268<br />

AU AUST STRI RIA<br />

GE GERM RMAN ANY<br />

Ellmau &<br />

Scheffau<br />

Seefeld<br />

Söll Kitzbühel<br />

& Kirchberg<br />

Niederau &<br />

Maria Alm<br />

Oberau<br />

Saalbach &<br />

SALZBURG<br />

Hinterglemm<br />

INNSBRUCK<br />

Mayrhofen<br />

Sölden<br />

Zell am See<br />

& Kaprun<br />

Rauris<br />

Katschberg<br />

Obergurgl<br />

& Hochgurgl<br />

IT ITAL<br />

AL A Y


• <strong>SKI</strong> LEADING • FAMILY RESORT • LEARN TO TURN RESORT • SELF DRIVE<br />

ACTIVITIES<br />

CROSS COUNTRY <strong>SKI</strong>ING MECCA<br />

•Sports centre with heated With over 260km of trails ranging from<br />

indoor & outdoor pool and easy to difficult, it’s easy to see why<br />

wellness area<br />

Seefeld has been voted one of the<br />

•Ice skating<br />

cross country skiing areas in Europe. If<br />

•Indoor tennis, squash, golf you’re not keen to lose precious<br />

•Bowling<br />

downhill time, there are 3km of trails<br />

•Walking trails<br />

floodlit until 9pm.<br />

•Toboganning<br />

•Horse drawn sleigh rides<br />

SCENIC TRAIN TO INNSBRUCK<br />

•Floodlit skiing & cross country <strong>The</strong> train from Seefeld to Innsbruck is a<br />

skiing<br />

stunning journey and transports you<br />

•Snowshoeing<br />

direct into the centre of this wonderful<br />

•Scenic train to Innsbruck city in just over 30 minutes. <strong>The</strong>re are<br />

•Paragliding<br />

many places of interest to visit, plus<br />

•Casino<br />

lots of cafés, restaurants and shops to<br />

enjoy.<br />

OLYMPIA SPORTS CENTRE<br />

<strong>The</strong> newly renovated Olympia<br />

Sports Centre offers superb<br />

facilities including indoor pools,<br />

a 140m wild-water flume, a<br />

2000m² wellness area with<br />

seven different saunas,<br />

relaxation area and massage<br />

treatments.<br />

Rosshütte<br />

1760m<br />

Seefelder Joch<br />

2064m<br />

6<br />

To Münich<br />

6<br />

Seefelder Spitze<br />

2220m<br />

Seefeld is a traditional, picturesque<br />

village situated on a sunny, high<br />

plateau just a 30 minute transfer from<br />

Innsbruck. It offers a range of high<br />

quality hotel accommodation and a<br />

pedestrianised centre with a good<br />

choice of shops, bars, restaurants and<br />

a superb sports centre. An ideal resort<br />

for first timers, there are gentle<br />

nursery slopes close to the village<br />

where expert instructors provide<br />

excellent, confidence boosting ski<br />

and snowboard tuition. For<br />

intermediates, there is a good choice<br />

of blue and red runs from Seefelder<br />

Härmelekopf<br />

2224m<br />

Talstation<br />

Seefeld<br />

6<br />

Reither Spitze<br />

2373m<br />

6<br />

SEEFELD<br />

1200m<br />

Reitherjochalm<br />

1500m<br />

Geigenbühel<br />

Reith<br />

To Innsbruck<br />

Talstation<br />

Gschwandtkopf<br />

1<br />

4<br />

Gschwandtkopf<br />

1500m<br />

4<br />

SEEFELD – AUSTRIA<br />

LIFT PASS & TUITION<br />

PRICE PROMISE<br />

See page 371<br />

Joch, perfect for cruising and<br />

perfecting those turns. In addition,<br />

Seefeld offers some of the best cross<br />

country skiing in the Alps with 266km<br />

of trails winding their way through<br />

stunning scenery. With tuition and<br />

equipment available, it is the perfect<br />

alpine resort for trying cross country<br />

for the first time. Combine all this<br />

with an endless list of non-ski<br />

activities and its easy to see why<br />

Seefeld is an all-round resort, catering<br />

for beginner, intermediate and cross<br />

country skiers, families and non-skiers<br />

alike.<br />

Seewald<br />

“Seefeld is an allround<br />

resort,<br />

catering for<br />

beginner,<br />

intermediate and<br />

cross country skiers,<br />

families and nonskiers<br />

alike.”<br />

BEGINNERS<br />

INTERMEDIATES<br />

ADVANCED<br />

OFF-PISTE<br />

NON <strong>SKI</strong>ERS<br />

FAMILIES<br />

NIGHTLIFE<br />

MOUNTAIN<br />

Skiing Altitude 1200m–2100m<br />

Resort Altitude 1200m<br />

Pistes 38km<br />

Number of Runs 36<br />

76% 21% 3%<br />

Number of lifts 25<br />

Drags 15 / Chairs 6 / Gondolas 2<br />

Mountain Railway 1<br />

Longest Run 5km<br />

Direction of Slopes N,S,E,W<br />

Terrain Parks 1<br />

Half Pipe yes<br />

Cross Country Trails 266km<br />

Night Skiing yes<br />

Mountain Restaurants 9<br />

Snowmaking 50%<br />

Resort Ski Bus yes, free<br />

FAMILY<br />

Fair Excellent<br />

Babycare 18-23m<br />

Crèche 2-8yrs<br />

Ski Kindergarten 3-6yrs<br />

pre-bookable p214<br />

See page 373 or<br />

neilson.co.uk/childcare for more info.<br />

TRAVEL<br />

Departure Airports Gatwick,<br />

Manchester<br />

Destination Airports Innsbruck<br />

Season 19 Dec–20 Mar<br />

Departure Day Saturday<br />

Flight Guide See page 384<br />

Transfer Time 30mins<br />

Private taxi transfers available -<br />

please call us for details<br />

Self Drive See page 368<br />

SPECIAL OFFERS<br />

Pre-book 2 adults ski school and receive<br />

1 free child ski school<br />

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212<br />

AUSTRIA – SEEFELD<br />

HOTEL ZUM GOURMET<br />

A family-run hotel featuring modern, bright décor, a good choice of<br />

facilities, including a wellness area and great cuisine. Located a short<br />

five minute walk from the resort centre 800m away and 300m from the<br />

nearest ski lift and ski bus stop.<br />

FACILITIES†: Lounge •Restaurant<br />

•Bar •Free use of wellness area with<br />

Finnish sauna, bio sauna, steam<br />

room and relaxation room •Beauty<br />

and massage treatments<br />

ROOMS (2-3 PEOPLE): Austrian<br />

twin rooms, which can take a<br />

possible extra bed/sofa bed, with<br />

telephone, cable TV, safe, hairdryer,<br />

shower and wc. Rooms with a<br />

balcony and bath or shower and wc<br />

at a supplement.<br />

HOTEL CHALET MONTANA<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board. Buffet<br />

breakfast and five-course meal with<br />

choice of main. Christmas and New<br />

Year gala dinners included.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 36<br />

PROPERTY CODE: W38H05<br />

A small, cosy hotel offering simple but comfortable accommodation<br />

with a personal, friendly service. Situated in a peaceful area, 800m from<br />

resort centre and 600m from the nearest ski lift. <strong>The</strong> ski bus stops 250m<br />

away.<br />

FACILITIES†: Lounge •Restaurant<br />

•Small bar •Free use of sauna<br />

ROOMS (2-3 PEOPLE): Austrian<br />

twin rooms, some which can take an<br />

extra sofa bed, with satellite TV, bath<br />

or shower and wc and balcony.<br />

Single rooms with bath and wc<br />

available at no supplement.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board. Buffet<br />

breakfast and three course evening<br />

meal with a salad buffet. Christmas<br />

and New Year meals included.<br />

HOTEL BERGLAND<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 19<br />

PROPERTY CODE: W38H04<br />

A friendly, family-run hotel offering great facilities in a central location,<br />

250m from the village centre and directly opposite the free ski bus stop<br />

which serves the ski lifts 600m away.<br />

FACILITIES†: Lounge / bar area with<br />

open fire place •Restaurant •Free<br />

use of indoor pool •Free use of<br />

sauna and steam room •Massage<br />

•Wifi<br />

ROOMS (2-4 PEOPLE): Austrian<br />

twin rooms which have an extra<br />

bed/sofa bed with cable TV,<br />

telephone, safe, hairdryer, bath or<br />

shower and wc. More spacious<br />

rooms with an extra two beds/sofa<br />

beds and a balcony available at a<br />

supplement.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board. Buffet<br />

breakfast and four course dinner<br />

with a choice of main and salad<br />

buffet. Weekly speciality buffets.<br />

Daily après ski soup buffet.<br />

Christmas and New Year gala<br />

dinners included.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 49<br />

PROPERTY CODE: W38H03<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk/seefeld call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

Neilson Rating ••••<br />

WELLNESS AREA<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free €50 drinks voucher<br />

for hotel bar per room<br />

for all arrivals booking<br />

6th, 13th & 20th March<br />

Free entry to Wellness<br />

Area<br />

Neilson Rating •••<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Single rooms available<br />

at no supplement<br />

VALUE<br />

No frills accommodation at a cheaper price<br />

– where it's the skiing that really counts!<br />

Neilson Rating •••+<br />

CENTRAL LOCATION<br />

INDOOR POOL<br />

GOOD FOR FAMILIES<br />

FAMILY ROOMS<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free daily après ski soup<br />

buffet<br />

Free use of indoor pool<br />

Free use of sauna &<br />

steam room


ALPENPARK RESORT & SPA<br />

A large, recently renovated hotel offering an endless list of leisure<br />

facilities including recently built seawater pools and wellness area. It<br />

combines luxurious accommodation with a warm, friendly, fun<br />

atmosphere making it popular with families. Located 600m from the<br />

resort centre and directly next to the ski bus stop which serves the<br />

Schihugel lift 500m and Rosshütte gondola 800m away.<br />

FACILITIES†: Spacious lounge area<br />

with open fireplace and cocktail bar<br />

•Sports bar •Residents & à la carte<br />

restaurant •Wine cellar •Indoor<br />

squash •Indoor tennis •Indoor golf<br />

•Bowling alley •Billiards •Table<br />

tennis<br />

SPA FEATURES†: Free use of<br />

recently built indoor and outdoor<br />

seawater pools with poolside bar<br />

•Free use of recently built wellness<br />

area with sauna, steam room, spa<br />

bath & fitness room •Massage &<br />

beauty treatments available<br />

•Hairdresser.<br />

†Local charges may apply.<br />

Important information about spa<br />

facilities - see page 375<br />

FOR FAMILIES: Free supervision for<br />

children 3-11yrs, Sun-Fri (9.30am-<br />

6pm)<br />

ROOMS (2-4 PEOPLE): Austrian<br />

twin rooms situated in the original<br />

wing with cable TV, telephone, safe,<br />

hairdryer, bathrobes, bath or shower<br />

and wc. Balcony rooms in original<br />

wing, some with an extra bed<br />

available at a supplement. Larger,<br />

new wing Austrian twin rooms with<br />

an extra one or two beds in a<br />

HOTEL TÜMMLERHOF<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk/seefeld call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

SEEFELD – AUSTRIA<br />

sitting area with bath, wc and<br />

balcony available at a supplement.<br />

Single rooms in original wing with<br />

bath or shower, wc and balcony<br />

available at a supplement. See<br />

reservations system for prices on<br />

supplemented room types.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board. Hot and<br />

cold buffet breakfast and six course<br />

dinner inc. a choice of every course,<br />

salad and cheese buffet. Daily<br />

afternoon après ski snacks/cake<br />

buffet. Christmas gala dinner and<br />

New Year gala dinner with live<br />

music and midnight buffet included.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 140<br />

PROPERTY CODE: W38H00<br />

Situated in a peaceful location surrounded by its own grounds, this<br />

luxurious hotel offers first class facilities, high levels of service and a<br />

welcoming atmosphere. <strong>The</strong> ski bus stops outside the property and<br />

serves the resort centre and ski lifts 800m away.<br />

FACILITIES†: Cosy lounges •Bar<br />

•Restaurant •A la carte stuberl<br />

restaurant •Games room<br />

SPA FEATURES†: Free use of indoor<br />

& outdoor pool •Free entry to<br />

wellness area with saunas, steam<br />

room, spa bath & fitness room<br />

•Massage & beauty treatments<br />

available.<br />

†Local charges may apply.<br />

Important information about spa<br />

facilities - see page 375.<br />

ROOMS (2-4 PEOPLE): Austrian<br />

twin rooms (28m 2 ) with cable TV,<br />

telephone, safe, minibar, hairdryer,<br />

bath and wc. Larger<br />

rooms (40m 2 ) with an extra sofa bed<br />

in the sitting area and a balcony<br />

available at a supplement. Two<br />

room suites (55m 2 ) with Austrian<br />

twin room and double sofa bed in<br />

living room, plus balcony available<br />

at a supplement. Single room<br />

(22m2 ) available at a supplement.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board. Extensive<br />

hot and cold buffet breakfast and<br />

five course evening meal with choice<br />

of main and salad, fruit and cheese<br />

buffets. Christmas and New Year<br />

gala dinners with live music<br />

included.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 84<br />

PROPERTY CODE: W38H01<br />

Neilson Rating ••••+<br />

INDOOR POOL<br />

OUTDOOR POOL<br />

WELLNESS AREA<br />

GOOD FOR FAMILIES<br />

CHILDREN’S CLUB<br />

FAMILY ROOMS<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free supervision for<br />

children 3-11yrs<br />

Daily après ski<br />

snacks/cake buffet<br />

Recently refurbished<br />

Free use of indoor &<br />

outdoor sea water pools<br />

Free use of wellness<br />

area & fitness room<br />

Special discount 2-5yrs:<br />

£250 HS; £150LS<br />

A handpicked selection of hotels<br />

offering first class spa facilities<br />

Neilson Rating ••••+<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Daily free après ski<br />

snacks 3.30-5pm<br />

Welcome cocktail & fruit<br />

bowl in room on arrival<br />

Free use of indoor &<br />

outdoor pool<br />

Free entry to wellness<br />

area<br />

INDOOR POOL<br />

OUTDOOR POOL<br />

WELLNESS AREA<br />

FOUR OR MORE<br />

A handpicked selection of hotels<br />

offering first class spa facilities<br />

213


214<br />

AUSTRIA – SEEFELD<br />

Basic Holiday Prices in £s per adult from<br />

the amounts shown.<br />

Hotel Zum Gourmet<br />

HOTEL KALTSCHMID<br />

A large, family-run hotel in a convenient location. Its excellent choice of<br />

facilities and supervised children’s club make it a popular choice with<br />

families. Situated directly in the pedestrianised resort centre, 100m from<br />

the nearest ski bus stop and 500m from the nearest ski lift.<br />

FACILITIES†: Lounge with bar &<br />

fireplace •Two restaurants •Café<br />

•Two bars •Free use of indoor pool,<br />

outdoor hot tub, sauna, steam room<br />

and fitness room •Pool bar<br />

•Massage treatments •Billiards and<br />

table tennis<br />

FOR FAMILIES: Free child<br />

supervision for children 3yrs+, Sun-<br />

Fri 8hrs per day 6 days a week<br />

•Children lunches with supervision<br />

available locally •Free use of<br />

children's pool with slide<br />

ROOMS (2-3 PEOPLE): Austrian<br />

twin rooms with telephone, cable<br />

TV, Wifi, safe and hairdryer, bath and<br />

wc. Larger rooms (25m 2 ) with an<br />

extra bed at a supplement.<br />

SEEFELD FOR FAMILIES<br />

SPECIAL OFFER – PRE-BOOK 2 ADULTS <strong>SKI</strong> SCHOOL & RECEIVE 1 FREE CHILD <strong>SKI</strong> SCHOOL<br />

19 Dec- 26 Dec- 02 Jan- 23 Jan- 06 Feb- 13 Feb- 20 Feb- 06 Mar- 20 Mar-<br />

Nts 25 Dec 01 Jan 22 Jan 05 Feb 12 Feb 19 Feb 05 Mar 19 Mar 26 Mar<br />

Neilson Rating ••••<br />

CENTRAL LOCATION<br />

INDOOR POOL<br />

WELLNESS AREA<br />

GOOD FOR FAMILIES<br />

CHILDREN’S CLUB<br />

Seefeld is an excellent choice for families with its range of family-friendly hotels, an excellent choice of<br />

family-orientated activities and dedicated childcare services for skiing and non-skiing children.<br />

NON-<strong>SKI</strong>ING CHILDREN<br />

Gizzi’s Children’s Club is a nonskiing<br />

crèche situated at<br />

Geigenbühel, the beginners area<br />

close to the village centre. <strong>The</strong><br />

crèche is available for children 18<br />

month to 8yrs, Mon-Fri (9am-5pm).<br />

Indoor fun and games are provided<br />

in the bright playrooms and there is<br />

a rest room for little ones to nap.<br />

<strong>The</strong>re is also an outdoor play area<br />

for games in the snow. Prices range<br />

from €26 for half day (4hrs) to €37<br />

for a full day. Lunch and lunchtime<br />

supervision is available at €6 per<br />

day. For more information email<br />

schischule@schi-seefeld.at or<br />

telephone 0043 5212 2412.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board. Hot and<br />

cold buffet breakfast and four course<br />

dinner with choice of main course,<br />

salad and cheese buffet. Daily free<br />

drinks with dinner (wine, beer & soft<br />

drinks). Weekly speciality buffets.<br />

Christmas gala dinner and New Year<br />

gala dinner with live music included<br />

(smart dress required).<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 163<br />

PROPERTY CODE: W38H02<br />

<strong>SKI</strong>ING CHILDREN<br />

<strong>The</strong>re is a dedicated skiing<br />

kindergarten geared to teaching the<br />

smallest beginners (3-6yrs). Small<br />

group sizes and expert children’s<br />

instructors coach and encourage fun<br />

for 2 hours per day. <strong>The</strong> ski school<br />

also provides children’s group ski<br />

lessons from 4-10yrs. Ski<br />

kindergarten and ski school lessons<br />

meet at the base of the<br />

Gschwandtkopf slopes, a 10 minute<br />

walk from the village centre, or a<br />

short ride on the free ski bus.<br />

Both ski kindergarten and ski school<br />

are pre-bookable through Neilson -<br />

see below for details. Lunch and<br />

lunchtime supervision is available<br />

locally at €13 per day.<br />

Supplements in £s per person per night from:<br />

(Unless otherwise stated)<br />

Room 2/3: Sole use of twin £57, Balcony £3<br />

W38H05 Half Board Room 2/3 7 809 1029 575 659 689 1119 609 589 589<br />

25%<br />

Hotel Chalet Montana<br />

W38H04 Half Board Room 2/3 7 609 889 489 505 539 899 549 529 -<br />

Room 2/3: Single room £Nil, Sole use of twin £42, 3rd & 4th<br />

Adult redn. £10<br />

45%<br />

Hotel Bergland<br />

W38H03 Half Board Room 2/3 7 835 1169 669 705 759 1119 699 719 709<br />

Room 2/3: Sole use of twin £70, Larger room £7<br />

25%<br />

Alpenpark Resort & Spa<br />

W38H00 Half Board Room 2 7 989 1159 689 715 769 1125 709 639 639<br />

Room 2: Single room £11, Sole use of twin £73, 3rd & 4th<br />

Adult redn. £18<br />

25%<br />

Hotel Tümmlerhof<br />

W38H01 Half Board Room 2 7 1099 1349 709 735 819 1179 729 639 639<br />

Room 2: Single room £38, Sole use of twin £76, Balcony<br />

£38, Suite £48, 3rd & 4th Adult redn. £19<br />

25%<br />

Hotel Kaltschmid<br />

W38H02 Half Board Room 2 7 865 1135 659 685 709 1105 685 619 619<br />

Room 2: Sole use of twin £69, Larger room £10, 3rd & 4th<br />

Adult redn. £17<br />

45%<br />

Prices are a guide only & will be confirmed on enquiry. Adult prices in £ sterling start from the amounts shown & apply to selected flight departures between each date range based on current charges & costs. Prices may go up or down & supplements (e.g. flight &/or fuel), or reductions may apply. Supplements ‘from’ are based on low season dates. For full details on how to price your holiday, charges,<br />

supplements & surcharges see ‘Your Holiday Price’ page 368. For important Holiday Information & Booking Conditions see pages 368 - 385. †Some facilities may incur a local charge. LOW 02-29Jan,13Mar-02Apr.MID 19-25Dec,30Jan-12Feb,20Feb-12Mar,03-17Apr.HIGH 26 Dec - 01 Jan, 13 - 19 Feb. NS214a<br />

LIFT PASS (6 DAYS)<br />

<strong>SKI</strong>ER’S PACK (6 DAYS)<br />

<strong>SNOWBOARD</strong>ER’S PACK (6 DAYS)<br />

<strong>SKI</strong>/BOARD EQUIPMENT (6 DAYS) ADULT YOUTH* CHILD* <strong>SKI</strong>/BOARD TUITION<br />

Adult (born before 31/12/91) ..................................... £155<br />

Youth (born 01/01/92 - 31/12/94) ............................. £143<br />

Child (born 01/01/95 - 31/12/04) .............................. £93<br />

Lift pass covers Rosshütte, Gschwandtkopf and 9 other<br />

nearby resorts. Lift pass for children born after 01/01/2005<br />

can be bought locally.<br />

Adult - Complete Beginner†† ...................................... £348<br />

Adult - Intermediate .................................................... £358<br />

Youth - Complete Beginner†† ..................................... £311<br />

Youth - Intermediate ................................................... £321<br />

Child - Complete Beginner†† ...................................... £261<br />

Child - Intermediate .................................................... £271<br />

Ski Pack Ages: Adult = (born before 31/12/91), Youth = (born<br />

01/01/92 - 31/12/94), Child = (born 01/01/95 - 31/12/04).<br />

Includes: Adult & Youth = 5 days x 4hrs tuitiion, 6 days lift<br />

pass & 6 days standard ski & boot hire. Child = 6 days x 4hrs<br />

tuition,6daysliftpass&6daysstandardski&boothire.<br />

Adult - Complete Beginner†† ...................................... £359<br />

Adult - Intermediate .................................................... £369<br />

Child - Complete Beginner†† ...................................... £300<br />

Child - Intermediate .................................................... £310<br />

Snowboard Pack Ages: Adult = (born before 31/12/91),<br />

Child = (born 01/01/95 - 31/12/02). Includes: 5 days x 2hrs<br />

tuition, 6 days lift pass & 6 days standard snowboard & boot<br />

hire.<br />

SEEFELD <strong>SKI</strong> PACK<br />

Skis & boots standard ...................... £91 £66 £60<br />

Skis & boots superior ....................... £123 - -<br />

Skis only standard ............................ £79 £60 £54<br />

Skis only superior ............................. £114 - -<br />

Snowboard & boots standard ......... £112 £112 -<br />

Snowboard only standard ............... £91 £91 -<br />

Cross country skis & boots .............. £62 £57 £53<br />

*Child skis & boots = 100-110cm (average 4-7yrs), *Youth<br />

skis & boots = 120-140cm (average 8-15yrs), *Youth board<br />

& boots = 8-15yrs.<br />

Adult ski school (5x4hrs) ............................................ £120<br />

Child ski school (6x4hrs) ............................................. £123<br />

Snowboard school (5x2hrs) ........................................ £109<br />

Cross country ski school (5x1hr45mins) ..................... £84<br />

Ski Kindergarten (5x2hrs excl lunch) ........................... £122<br />

Child ski school = 4-10yrs. Snowboard school = 8yrs+.<br />

*Ski kindergarten = 3-6yrs and includes lift card and ski<br />

equipment hire.<br />

SPECIAL OFFER: Pre-book 2 adults ski school and<br />

receive 1 free child ski school.<br />

IMPORTANT: †† Complete beginner = Ability Level 0, Intermediate = Ability Level 1-4. Ability levels must be stated at the time of booking - see page 13 for details. Special Offers may be withdrawn at any time. Prices are in £s and are approximate - please see reservation system, our website or call us for more details.<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk/seefeld call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Daily free drinks with<br />

dinner (wine, beer &<br />

soft drinks)<br />

Free entry to wellness<br />

area<br />

Free use of indoor pool,<br />

sauna, steam room, hot<br />

tub & fitness room<br />

Child %<br />

discount


<strong>SKI</strong> LEADING • FAMILY RESORT • LEARN TO TURN RESORT • SELF DRIVE<br />

ACTIVITIES<br />

GALTÜR VILLAGE<br />

• Indoor Adventure Pool with Galtür offers fantastic facilities<br />

Slides<br />

• Indoor Climbing Wall<br />

• Tennis & Squash Hall<br />

• Bowling<br />

• Exhibition Gallery<br />

• Night Skiing<br />

including an indoor adventure pool,<br />

indoor tennis, squash, bowling &<br />

climbing wall, plus a superb exhibition<br />

centre showing interesting stories<br />

about mountain life and local culture.<br />

• Ski School Show<br />

• Cleared Walking Trails<br />

<strong>SKI</strong> SAFARI WITH A DIFFERENCE<br />

• Horse Drawn Sleigh Rides Piste-bashers transform into mobile ski<br />

• Ice Skating<br />

lifts, towing a small group of skiers by<br />

• Paragliding<br />

• Ski Touring<br />

• Ski Safari<br />

rope to off-piste areas, under the<br />

watchful eye of a ski school instructor.<br />

• Barrel Racing<br />

CROSS COUNTRY <strong>SKI</strong>ING<br />

• Snowshoeing<br />

• Tobogganing<br />

• Ice Golf<br />

Give this gentle winter sport a go.<br />

Galtür is a dream for cross-country<br />

skiers, offering 75km of trails winding<br />

through beautiful snowy landscapes in<br />

the Paznaun Valley, suitable for<br />

complete beginners through to<br />

advanced enthusiasts.<br />

Set at the end of the Paznaun valley,<br />

in a picturesque location, Galtür is a<br />

family friendly resort offering<br />

snowsure skiing and a long, reliable<br />

season. At the base of the ski area,<br />

there are a collection of ski in-ski out<br />

hotels, ski school, ski hire and<br />

childcare services. Not only are the<br />

superbly groomed slopes great for all<br />

abilities, from gentle nursery slopes to<br />

challenging off-piste, there is a<br />

dedicated ski area for the smallest of<br />

skiers offers special lifts and gentle<br />

slopes. Higher up, designated areas<br />

such as the magic fairytale woods<br />

encourage children to venture further<br />

up the mountain. Galtür is part of the<br />

Silvretta ski region. Just a 10 minute<br />

bus ride away is Ischgl and its liftconnected<br />

neighbour Samnaun<br />

across the Swiss border. <strong>The</strong> pretty<br />

village of Galtür, 2km from the ski<br />

base and on the bus route, offers<br />

great non-ski facilities including an<br />

indoor sports centre, adventure pool<br />

and exhibition centre. This is a<br />

fantastic, all-round resort that offers<br />

snowsure skiing, high quality<br />

accommodation and plenty of nonski<br />

activities.<br />

GALTÜR – AUSTRIA<br />

LIFT PASS & TUITION<br />

PRICE PROMISE<br />

See page 371<br />

“A fantastic, all-round<br />

resort that offers<br />

great, snowsure<br />

skiing, traditional<br />

Tyrolean-style, high<br />

quality<br />

accommodation &<br />

plenty of nonski<br />

activities”<br />

BEGINNERS<br />

INTERMEDIATES<br />

ADVANCED<br />

OFF-PISTE<br />

NON <strong>SKI</strong>ERS<br />

FAMILIES<br />

NIGHTLIFE<br />

MOUNTAIN<br />

Skiing Altitude 1635m-2297m<br />

Resort Altitude 1635m<br />

Pistes 40km (Galtür)<br />

330km (Silvretta ski area)<br />

Number of Runs 16 (Galtür)<br />

98 (Silvretta ski area)<br />

11% 11% 61% 17%<br />

Number of lifts 10<br />

Drags 6 / Chairs 3 / Gondola 1<br />

Longest Run 3.2km<br />

Direction of Slopes N, S, E, W<br />

Terrain Parks yes<br />

Half Pipe yes<br />

Cross Country Trails 75km<br />

Night Skiing yes<br />

Mountain Restaurants 3<br />

Snowmaking 75%<br />

Resort Ski Bus yes, free<br />

Bus Linked Resorts Ischgl & Samnaun<br />

FAMILY<br />

Babycare n/a<br />

Crèche 2yrs +<br />

Ski Kindergarten 3-4yrs<br />

pre-bookable p217<br />

See page 373 or<br />

neilson.co.uk/childcare for more info.<br />

TRAVEL<br />

Fair Excellent<br />

Departure Airports Gatwick,<br />

Manchester<br />

Destination Airport Innsbruck<br />

Season 19 Dec–10 Apr<br />

Departure Day Saturday<br />

Flight Guide See page 384<br />

Transfer Time 2hrs<br />

Private taxi transfers available -<br />

please call us for details<br />

Self Drive See page 368<br />

SPECIAL OFFERS<br />

Pre-book 2 adults ski/board hire and<br />

receive 1 free child ski hire (up to<br />

120cm)<br />

Ski/board rental includes slopeside<br />

storage<br />

215


216<br />

AUSTRIA – GALTÜR<br />

HOTEL ALMHOF<br />

Literally on the slopes, this ski in-ski out hotel could not be better<br />

located. <strong>The</strong> Alpkogel gondola is directly outside the hotel, whisking<br />

skiers past the hotel’s sun terrace into the ski area. <strong>The</strong> children’s ski<br />

area and ski school meeting point is a 50m walk from the hotel. <strong>The</strong> ski<br />

bus to Galtür and Ischgl stops at the base of the slopes, 100m away.<br />

<strong>The</strong> family-run hotel offers traditional Tyrolean character, fantastic<br />

facilities and has a reputation for superb food. At the end of the day,<br />

you can almost ski into the après-ski bar that offers panoramic views<br />

from its sun terrace. Arguably, the best located hotel for skiing families,<br />

couples and groups.<br />

FACILITIES†: Lobby area •Large<br />

lounge area with open fire •Bar<br />

•Restaurant •'Panorama Tenne' café<br />

& après-ski bar with live music &<br />

sun terrace overlooking the slopes<br />

SPA FEATURES†: Free use of indoor<br />

pool & hot tub •Free use of wellness<br />

area with bio sauna, herbal sauna,<br />

Finnish sauna, steam room, Kneipp<br />

foot bath •panoramic relaxation<br />

room, relaxation room with<br />

waterbeds •Two massage rooms<br />

Please note: wellness area reserved<br />

for adults (13yrs+). Important<br />

information on spa facilities - see<br />

page 375.<br />

FOR FAMILIES: Unsupervised<br />

playroom •Children's menu •Early<br />

dinners on request •Baby monitors<br />

GALTÜR FOR FAMILIES<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk/galtur call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

Neilson Rating ••••<br />

<strong>SKI</strong> IN <strong>SKI</strong> OUT<br />

WELLNESS AREA<br />

INDOOR POOL<br />

GOOD FOR FAMILIES<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free use of indoor pool<br />

& hot tub<br />

Free entry to 980m2 wellness area with 3<br />

saunas, steam room &<br />

relaxation areas<br />

Special discount 2-5yrs:<br />

£250HS; £150LS<br />

A handpicked selection of hotels<br />

offering first class spa facilities<br />

Galtür’s ski area has a real family focus which is why it is one of our top recommended Family<br />

Resorts. <strong>The</strong> area around the base of the slopes is extremely compact and convenient for<br />

families, there are supervised options for non-skiing and skiing children, plus our Neilson Family<br />

Rep service ensures a great programme of après-ski activities for families.<br />

<strong>SKI</strong>ING CHILDREN<br />

Opposite the Hotel Wirlerhof is<br />

‘Siggi’s’ Children’s World, a childrenonly<br />

ski area with gentle slopes,<br />

slower lifts and lots of fun obstacles.<br />

<strong>The</strong> ski school offers a ski<br />

kindergarten where children from 3-<br />

4yrs are offered fun, confidenceboosting<br />

coaching from experienced<br />

instructors. <strong>The</strong>re is also a child ski<br />

school from 4yrs.<br />

ROOMS (2-3 PEOPLE): Austrian<br />

twin rooms with single sofa bed,<br />

sitting area, cable TV, telephone,<br />

safe, bath or shower and separate<br />

wc, hairdryer, bathrobes & balcony.<br />

Single room with balcony available<br />

at a supplement.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board. Extensive<br />

buffet breakfast. Five course evening<br />

meal including starter, salad buffet,<br />

soup, choice of main course and<br />

dessert. Christmas dinner & New<br />

Year’s Eve dinner with midnight<br />

snacks & live music included.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 80<br />

PROPERTY CODE: W35H01<br />

Both services pre-bookable through<br />

Neilson - see page 217 for details.<br />

NON-<strong>SKI</strong>ING CHILDREN<br />

<strong>The</strong> tourist office runs a wellequipped,<br />

English-speaking crèche<br />

next to Hotel Wirlerhof. Here,<br />

children 2 yrs+ are amused with lots<br />

of games, toys, activities, arts &<br />

crafts etc. Open 9am-12noon and<br />

1.30pm-6.30pm. Full and half days<br />

are available - approximately €22<br />

per day including a<br />

supervised lunch.<br />

Places can be pre-booked<br />

through the Galtür Tourist<br />

Office by emailing:<br />

info@galtuer.com or calling:<br />

00 43 5099 0100.


Superior room<br />

Basic Holiday Prices in £s per adult from<br />

the amounts shown.<br />

Hotel Almhof<br />

HOTEL WIRLERHOF<br />

<strong>The</strong> Wirlerhof offers a prime location at the base of the slopes, adjacent<br />

to the Birkhahn chairlift, opposite the children's ski area and nursery<br />

slopes, and next to the ski hire shop. <strong>The</strong> resort-run crèche for nonskiing<br />

children is situated next to the hotel. A family-run hotel, its<br />

spacious public areas are brimming with traditional Tyrolean character.<br />

Much of the décor uses traditional pine and lots of decorative touches<br />

to ensure guests feel really at home. <strong>The</strong> free ski bus, serving the village<br />

of Galtür, 2km away and Ischgl, 20km away, stops outside. Guests<br />

include families, couples and groups, many of whom return year after<br />

year for the welcoming, personal service, high standards of<br />

accommodation and superb location offered.<br />

FACILITIES†: Large lobby area<br />

•Large lounge area with open fire<br />

overlooking children’s ski area<br />

•Lobby bar •‘Stadl’ rustic restaurant<br />

serving lunch & après-ski snacks<br />

•Restaurant •‘Stuba’ à la carte<br />

restaurant •Après-ski bar with DJ<br />

•Terrace •Ski storage room<br />

SPA FEATURES†: •Free use of<br />

indoor adventure pool with hot tub<br />

& resistance currents •Free use of<br />

wellness area offering two saunas,<br />

two steam rooms, Kneipp foot bath<br />

& relaxation room with heated<br />

loungers, infra-red relaxation room<br />

•Double spa bath room •Massage<br />

•Free use of fitness room<br />

Please note:wellness area reserved<br />

for adults (16yrs+)<br />

Important information on spa<br />

facilities - see page 375<br />

FOR FAMILIES: Baby pool<br />

•Unsupervised playroom •Children’s<br />

menu •Early dinners on request<br />

•Baby monitors<br />

ALL ROOMS: with sitting area,<br />

satellite TV, telephone, safe,<br />

hairdryer, bathrobes, shower, wc<br />

and balcony.<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk/galtur call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

GALTÜR – AUSTRIA<br />

SPECIAL OFFER – PRE-BOOK 2 ADULTS <strong>SKI</strong> SCHOOL & RECEIVE 1 FREE CHILD <strong>SKI</strong> SCHOOL<br />

19 Dec- 26 Dec- 02 Jan- 23 Jan- 06 Feb- 13 Feb- 20 Feb- 06 Mar- 20 Mar- 27 Mar- 03 Apr- 10 Apr-<br />

Nts 25 Dec 01 Jan 22 Jan 05 Feb 12 Feb 19 Feb 05 Mar 19 Mar 26 Mar 02 Apr 09 Apr 16 Apr<br />

Neilson Rating<br />

••••+/••••<br />

INDOOR POOL<br />

WELLNESS AREA<br />

GOOD FOR FAMILIES<br />

FAMILY ROOMS<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free use of indoor pool<br />

& hot tub<br />

Free use of 800m2 wellness area with 2<br />

saunas, 2 steam rooms<br />

& relaxation areas<br />

Special discount 2-5yrs:<br />

£250HS; £150LS<br />

A handpicked selection of hotels<br />

offering first class spa facilities<br />

Supplements in £s per person per night from:<br />

(Unless otherwise stated)<br />

Room 2/3: Single room £6, Sole use of twin £94, 3rd & 4th<br />

Adult redn. £22<br />

W35H01 Half Board Room 2/3 7 1029 1169 699 829 839 1259 965 849 849 969 1059 1049<br />

35%<br />

Hotel Wirlerhof<br />

W35H00 Half Board Standard Room 2/4 7 959 1159 689 759 739 1249 829 769 769 905 989 919<br />

Standard Room 2/4: Single room £16, Sole use of twin £62,<br />

3rd & 4th Adult redn. £17<br />

35%<br />

Superior Room 2/3 7 1125 1325 785 895 895 1415 1009 925 925 1079 1169 1099<br />

Superior Room 2/3: 3rd & 4th Adult redn. £17<br />

Silvretta Suite 2/4 7 1249 1449 879 999 985 1545 1115 1015 1015 1189 1275 1205<br />

Silvretta Suite 2/4: 3rd & 4th Adult redn. £17<br />

Prices are a guide only & will be confirmed on enquiry. Adult prices in £ sterling start from the amounts shown & apply to selected flight departures between each date range based on current charges & costs. Prices may go up or down & supplements (e.g. flight &/or fuel), or reductions may apply. Supplements ‘from’ are based on low season dates. For full details on how to price your holiday, charges,<br />

supplements & surcharges see ‘Your Holiday Price’ page 368. For important Holiday Information & Booking Conditions see pages 368 - 385. †Some facilities may incur a local charge. LOW 02-29Jan,13Mar-02Apr.MID 19-25Dec,30Jan-12Feb,20Feb-12Mar,03-17Apr.HIGH 26 Dec - 01 Jan, 13 - 19 Feb. NS217a<br />

LIFT PASS (6 DAYS) LS HS <strong>SKI</strong>ER’S PACK (6 DAYS) LS HS <strong>SNOWBOARD</strong>ER’S PACK (6 DAYS) LS HS <strong>SKI</strong>/BOARD EQUIPMENT (6 DAYS) ADULT YOUTH* CHILD* <strong>SKI</strong>/BOARD TUITION<br />

Adult (born before 31/12/89) ..................... £116 £137<br />

Youth (born 01/01/90 - 31/12/91) ............. £112 £112<br />

Child (born 01/01/92 - 31/12/01) .............. £77 £77<br />

Family* ....................................................... £357 £357<br />

HS - 19 Dec - 19 Mar. LS - All other dates. Lift pass covers<br />

Galtür ski area. Silvretta area lift pass available locally<br />

(covering Ischgl & Samnaun) Free lift pass for children born<br />

after 01/01/2002. * Family lift pass for 2 adults & 2 children<br />

born (01/01/92-31/12/91), proof of family relationship<br />

required - 1 adult & children must have the same surname.<br />

Adult - Complete Beginner†† ..................... £350 £370<br />

Adult - Intermediate ................................... £360 £380<br />

Child - Complete Beginner†† ...................... £253 £253<br />

Child - Intermediate .................................... £263 £263<br />

Ski Pack Ages: Adult = (born before 31/12/89), Child =<br />

(born 01/01/96 - 31/12/03) Includes: 6 days x 4hrs tuition, 6<br />

days lift pass & 6 days standard ski & boot hire. HS - 19 Dec -<br />

19 Mar. LS - All other dates. Includes handsfree keycard.<br />

Adult - Complete Beginner†† ..................... £353 £370<br />

Adult - Intermediate ................................... £363 £380<br />

Child - Complete Beginner†† ...................... £312 £312<br />

Child - Intermediate .................................... £322 £322<br />

Snowboard Pack Ages: Adult = (born before 31/12/89),<br />

Child = (born 01/01/96 - 31/12/02) Includes: 6 days x 4hrs<br />

tuition, 6 days lift pass & 6 days standard snowboard & boot<br />

hire. HS - 19 Dec - 19 Mar. LS - All other dates. Includes<br />

handsfree keycard.<br />

Skis & boots standard ...................... £112 £57 £53<br />

Skis & boots superior ....................... £144 - -<br />

Skis only standard ............................ £80 £49 £40<br />

Skis only superior ............................. £112 - -<br />

Snowboard & boots standard ......... £112 £110 -<br />

Snowboard only standard ............... £80 £75 -<br />

Helmet** ......................................... - FREE<br />

*Child skis & boots = 80-120cm (average 3-7yrs), *Youth<br />

skis & boots = 120-150cm (average 8-15yrs), *Youth board<br />

& boots = 8-15yrs. **Child equipment hire includes helmet<br />

hire.<br />

Adult ski school (6x4hrs) ............................................ £135<br />

Child ski school (6x4hrs) ............................................. £135<br />

Snowboard school (6x4hrs) ........................................ £135<br />

Ski Kindergarten (6x2hrs excl lunch) ........................... £102<br />

Child ski school = 4-14yrs. Snowboard school = 8yrs+.<br />

Ski kindergarten = 3-4yrs.<br />

SPECIAL OFFER: Pre-book 2 adults ski hire and<br />

receive 1 free child ski hire (upto 120cm)<br />

SPECIAL OFFER: Ski/board rental includes slopeside<br />

storage.<br />

GALTÜR<strong>SKI</strong>PACK<br />

STANDARD ROOMS (2-4 PEOPLE):<br />

Austrian twin rooms (29m2 ) with<br />

two extra beds/sofa beds. Single<br />

rooms (21m2 ) with a French double<br />

bed at a supplement.<br />

SUPERIOR ROOMS (2-3 PEOPLE):<br />

Refurbished Austrian twin rooms<br />

(22m2-30m2 ) with single sofa bed.<br />

SILVRETTA SUITE (2-4 PEOPLE):<br />

Two bedroom suite (42m2 ) with<br />

double bed and spacious seating<br />

area, separate room with small<br />

double bed, bathroom with bath,<br />

separate shower, double sink and<br />

separate wc.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board.<br />

Extensive buffet breakfast. Five<br />

course evening meal including<br />

starter, salad buffet, soup, choice of<br />

main course and dessert. Twice<br />

weekly speciality meals. Christmas<br />

dinner & New Year’s Eve dinner<br />

with party & live music included.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 74<br />

Please note: we grade standard<br />

rooms ●●●● and superior rooms &<br />

suites as ●●●●+<br />

PROPERTY CODE: W35H00<br />

IMPORTANT: †† Complete beginner = Ability Level 0, Intermediate = Ability Level 1-4. Ability levels must be stated at the time of booking - see page 13 for details. Special Offers may be withdrawn at any time. Prices are in £s and are approximate - please see reservation system, our website or call us for more details.<br />

Child %<br />

discount<br />

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AUSTRIA – ST ANTON & ST CHRISTOPH<br />

“One of the best ski<br />

areas in the world…<br />

with something to<br />

keep even the most<br />

advanced skier or<br />

boarder entertained”<br />

(St Anton)<br />

Fair Excellent<br />

BEGINNERS<br />

INTERMEDIATES<br />

ADVANCED<br />

OFF-PISTE<br />

NON <strong>SKI</strong>ERS<br />

FAMILIES<br />

NIGHTLIFE<br />

(St Christoph)<br />

Fair Excellent<br />

BEGINNERS<br />

INTERMEDIATES<br />

ADVANCED<br />

OFF-PISTE<br />

NON <strong>SKI</strong>ERS<br />

FAMILIES<br />

NIGHTLIFE<br />

MOUNTAIN<br />

Skiing Altitude 1304m–2811m<br />

Resort Altitude 1304m (St Anton)<br />

1800m (St Christoph)<br />

Pistes 260km<br />

Number of Runs 135<br />

25% 50% 25%<br />

Number of lifts 82<br />

Drags 35 / Chairs 38 / Gondolas 3<br />

Longest Run 10km<br />

Direction of Slopes N, S, E, W<br />

Terrain Parks yes<br />

Half Pipe yes<br />

Cross Country Trails 32km<br />

Mountain Restaurants 20<br />

Snowmaking 45% runs covered<br />

Resort Ski Bus yes<br />

Linked Resorts Lech, Zürs<br />

FAMILY<br />

Babycare n/a (St Anton)<br />

See Sporthotel (St Christoph)<br />

Crèche<br />

2½yrs+ (St Anton)<br />

See Sporthotel (St Christoph)<br />

Ski Kindergarten 3yrs<br />

(St Anton & St Christoph)<br />

See page 373 or<br />

neilson.co.uk/childcare for more info.<br />

TRAVEL<br />

Departure Airports Gatwick,<br />

Manchester<br />

Destination Airport Innsbruck<br />

Season 19 Dec–10 Apr<br />

Departure Day Saturday<br />

Flight Guide See page 384<br />

Transfer Time 1hr 30mins<br />

Private taxi transfers available -<br />

please call us for details<br />

Self Drive See page 368<br />

LIVELY NIGHTLIFE (St Anton) • QUIET NIGHTLIFE & GOOD FOR FAMILIES (St Christoph)<br />

• SELF DRIVE<br />

<strong>The</strong> St Anton region has more than<br />

100 years of skiing tradition and is<br />

considered by many to be one of the<br />

best ski areas in the world,<br />

encompassing not only St Anton but<br />

also St Christoph, Lech, Zürs and<br />

Stuben. With over 260km of pisted<br />

runs and challenging off-piste<br />

opportunities, the Arlberg area has<br />

something to keep even the most<br />

advanced skiers and boarders<br />

entertained. St Anton has developed<br />

into the area’s most famous centre.<br />

Although large and spread-out, it has<br />

heaps of charm and character. Here<br />

SPECIAL OFFER<br />

Pre-book 2 adults ski/board hire and<br />

receive 1 free child ski/board hire<br />

(4-10yrs)<br />

you’ll find some of the liveliest<br />

nightlife in Austria with things<br />

warming up from mid-afternoon in<br />

the many slopeside bars. Eight<br />

kilometres up the road, the pretty<br />

village of St Christoph is no more<br />

than a handful of large hotels at the<br />

foot of some gentle slopes. It is a<br />

popular base with families and<br />

couples looking for tranquil<br />

surroundings, the convenience of<br />

doorstep skiing and quick access to<br />

the amazing Arlberg ski area.<br />

ACTIVITIES (ST ANTON)<br />

• Ice Skating<br />

• Curling<br />

• Tobogganing<br />

• Horse Drawn Sleigh Rides<br />

• Snowshoeing<br />

• Squash<br />

• Swimming Pool<br />

• Wellness Centre<br />

• Tennis<br />

• Bowling<br />

• Paragliding<br />

RELAXING SPA TIME<br />

St Anton is home to a luxury spa<br />

centre with indoor and outdoor pools,<br />

waterfalls, whirlpools, a children’s pool<br />

and waterslides. <strong>The</strong> wellness zone<br />

includes saunas, steam rooms, a fitness<br />

room and treatment rooms.<br />

OFF-PISTE HELI ACTION<br />

Enjoy a-once-in-a-lifetime<br />

experience by taking a<br />

helicopter to mountains<br />

near Lech to find untouched<br />

powder and some serious<br />

vertical descents. Experienced<br />

guides can be hired through<br />

the ski school.<br />

BOWLING<br />

LIFT PASS & TUITION<br />

PRICE PROMISE<br />

See page 371<br />

<strong>The</strong> local sports centre offers a<br />

modern bowling alley for fun<br />

evenings with friends and<br />

family. Try out ‘Moonlight<br />

Bowling’ when the venue<br />

creates a unique atmosphere<br />

with lighting effects, good<br />

music, food and drinks.


ST ANTON & ST CHRISTOPH – AUSTRIA<br />

HOTEL TYROL (ST ANTON)<br />

This hotel has an excellent reputation for its cuisine and is well located,<br />

in the resort centre. Its recently built wellness area provides a relaxing<br />

place at the end of the day. <strong>The</strong> Nasserein is 300m away and a free<br />

morning shuttle bus service to the lifts is provided. <strong>The</strong> ski bus stops<br />

50m away.<br />

FACILITIES†: À la carte restaurant<br />

•Refurbished restaurant •Bar &<br />

lounge area with open fire •Free use<br />

of wellness area with two saunas,<br />

steam room & relax area •Massage<br />

TOP FLOOR ROOMS (2 PEOPLE):<br />

Double rooms on top floor with<br />

sloping ceiling, cable TV, telephone,<br />

safe, hairdryer, bath or shower and<br />

wc.<br />

ROOMS (2-4 PEOPLE): Austrian<br />

twin rooms with possible extra<br />

bed/sofa bed, bath and wc. Austrian<br />

twin rooms with two extra beds on<br />

request. Single rooms at a<br />

supplement.<br />

HOTEL ALPENHOF (ST ANTON)<br />

A simple, traditional hotel full of character and offering a friendly,<br />

welcoming service. Situated 850m from the resort centre and 750m<br />

from the Nasserein gondola lift, the owners provide guests with a<br />

private shuttle bus service, and the resort ski bus stops just outside.<br />

FACILITIES†: Small lounge •Keller<br />

bar •Restaurant •Free use of sauna<br />

& steam room •Terrace<br />

FOR FAMILIES: Special menus<br />

ROOMS (2-3 PEOPLE): Simply<br />

furnished Austrian twin rooms, some<br />

furnished which can take an extra<br />

camp/sofa bed, in main hotel<br />

building with bath or shower and<br />

wc, TV, telephone, radio, hairdryer<br />

and safe.<br />

HOTEL MOOSERKREUZ (ST ANTON)<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board. Buffet<br />

breakfast & three course evening<br />

meal with salad buffet. Christmas &<br />

New Year meals included.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 30<br />

PROPERTY CODE: W24H11<br />

Situated in an elevated position 800m from the resort centre, this<br />

family-run hotel offers cosy, comfortable accommodation and<br />

welcoming hospitality. Depending on snow conditions, it is possible to<br />

ski to the door, alternatively, the ski bus serves the ski lifts and village<br />

centre and stops directly infront of the hotel. Free ski storage is available<br />

at the Galzig lift base.<br />

FACILITIES†: Lounge/bar area<br />

•Restaurant •Free use of indoor pool<br />

•Free use of sauna & steam room<br />

ROOMS (2-3 PEOPLE): Austrian<br />

twin rooms with an extra bed/sofa<br />

bed, cable TV, telephone, hairdryer,<br />

and bath or shower and wc. Single<br />

rooms available at no supplement.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board. Hot and<br />

cold buffet breakfast and five course<br />

evening meal with a choice of main<br />

and salad buffet. Christmas & New<br />

Year gala dinners included (smart<br />

dress required).<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 54<br />

PROPERTY CODE: W24H16<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board. Buffet<br />

breakfast and four-course evening<br />

meal with a choice of main or<br />

buffet-style.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 44<br />

PROPERTY CODE: W24H21<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk/stantonstchristoph call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

Neilson Rating ••••<br />

WELLNESS AREA<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free daily snack buffet<br />

4-5:30pm<br />

Free hotel-shuttle bus<br />

service<br />

Free use of wellness<br />

area with 2 saunas,<br />

steam room and<br />

relaxation area<br />

Special discount 2-5yrs:<br />

£250 HS; £150LS<br />

Neilson Rating •••<br />

GOOD FOR GROUPS<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free hotel shuttle bus<br />

service<br />

Neilson Rating •••<br />

INDOOR POOL<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free use of indoor pool,<br />

sauna & steam room<br />

Single room at no<br />

supplement<br />

Free ski & boot storage<br />

at Galzig lift<br />

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AUSTRIA – ST ANTON & ST CHRISTOPH<br />

Hotel room<br />

Annexe room<br />

HOTEL ARLBERG (ST ANTON)<br />

This family-run hotel offers a friendly, welcoming service, comfortable<br />

accommodation and is well known for its great cuisine. It is well<br />

situated 150m from the resort centre, 150m from the Nasserein lift &<br />

200m from the free resort ski bus. <strong>The</strong> hotel also offers a shuttle bus to<br />

the Rendl ski area twice a morning.<br />

FACILITIES†: Lounge/bar •Two<br />

restaurants •TV lounge •Free use of<br />

indoor pool, saunas, steam room &<br />

hot tub •Massage<br />

FOR FAMILIES: Special menus •Early<br />

suppers •Milk heating/storage<br />

ROOMS (2-4 PEOPLE): Standard<br />

Austrian twin rooms (24m 2 ) with<br />

possible camp/sofa bed, cable TV,<br />

radio, telephone, hairdryer, safe,<br />

bath and wc. Austrian twin rooms<br />

(32m 2 ) with a sitting area which can<br />

take two possible camp/sofa beds,<br />

plus a fridge at a supplement.<br />

HOTEL MONTJOLA (ST ANTON)<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board. Hot and<br />

cold buffet breakfast and five course<br />

evening meal with a choice of main<br />

and salad buffet. Weekly gala buffet.<br />

Christmas gala dinner and New Year<br />

gala dinner with live music included.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 78<br />

PROPERTY CODE: W24H12<br />

Family-run with a friendly atmosphere, 300m from the resort centre,<br />

500m from the ski lifts and 350m from the ski bus stop. <strong>The</strong> hotel<br />

provides a shuttle bus service in the morning and afternoon to the ski<br />

lifts.<br />

FACILITIES†: Small lounge with bar<br />

•Two restaurants •Free use of sauna,<br />

steam room and fitness room<br />

ANNEXE ROOMS (2-3 PEOPLE):<br />

Located 15m from the main hotel<br />

with Austrian twin beds and a<br />

possible extra bed, cable TV,<br />

hairdryer, safe, shower and wc.<br />

HOTEL ROOMS (2-3 PEOPLE):<br />

Austrian twin rooms, some with a<br />

sofa bed, with bath or sitting area,<br />

cable TV, hairdryer, safe, bath or<br />

shower and wc.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board. Buffet<br />

breakfast and four-course evening<br />

meal with choice of main and salad<br />

buffet. Christmas & New Year meals<br />

included.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 41<br />

Please note: we grade the main<br />

hotel ●●●● and the annexe rooms<br />

●●●.<br />

PROPERTY CODE: W24H17<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk/stantonstchristoph call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

Neilson Rating ••••<br />

INDOOR POOL<br />

WELLNESS AREA<br />

FOUR OR MORE<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free use of indoor pool,<br />

saunas, steam room &<br />

hot tub<br />

Special discount 2-5yrs:<br />

£250 HS; £150 LS<br />

Neilson Rating<br />

••••/•••<br />

FREE CHILD PLACES<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free après-ski snacks<br />

(Sun-Fri)<br />

Free hotel shuttle bus<br />

service<br />

Free ski & boot storage<br />

at Galzig lift<br />

Special discount 2-5yrs:<br />

£250 HS; £150 LS


Basic Holiday Prices in £s per adult from<br />

the amounts shown.<br />

Hotel Tyrol<br />

ST ANTON & ST CHRISTOPH – AUSTRIA<br />

SPORTHOTEL (ST CHRISTOPH)<br />

A large, family-run hotel providing comfortable accommodation, good<br />

facilities and a ski-in ski-out location at the bottom of the Maiensee lifts,<br />

next to the ski school meeting point. A great choice for families for its<br />

convenient location and family-friendly facilities.<br />

FACILITIES†: Restaurant •Bar<br />

•Lounge with open fire •Free use of<br />

indoor pool •Free use of sauna,<br />

relaxation area and fitness room<br />

•Massage •Ski hire shop<br />

FOR FAMILIES: Free hotel-run<br />

children’s club for children 3-12yrs,<br />

open 9am to 8pm inc. lunch<br />

(available everyday, 23 Dec-15 Apr,<br />

except Sun 5 & 12 Apr) •Babysitting<br />

on request •Games room with table<br />

ROOMS (2-4 PEOPLE): Austrian<br />

twin room with bath & wc<br />

(accessible by stairs only). Larger<br />

Austrian twin room with sloping<br />

ceilings, shower & wc at a<br />

supplement (top floor, accessible by<br />

stairs only). Larger Austrian twin<br />

rooms, which can take an extra child<br />

bed, with shower & wc at a<br />

supplement. Austrian twin rooms<br />

interconnecting with a single room<br />

& Austrian twin rooms<br />

interconnecting with Austrian twin<br />

room at a supplement. All rooms<br />

with cable TV, telephone, radio,<br />

hairdryer, safe & minibar.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board. Buffet<br />

breakfast with hot options and fourcourse<br />

buffet style evening meal.<br />

Christmas meal & New Year meal<br />

with live music included.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 80<br />

PROPERTY CODE: W33H00<br />

SPECIAL OFFER – PRE-BOOK 2 ADULTS <strong>SKI</strong>/BOARD HIRE & RECEIVE 1 FREE CHILD <strong>SKI</strong>/BOARD HIRE<br />

19 Dec- 26 Dec- 02 Jan- 23 Jan- 06 Feb- 13 Feb- 20 Feb- 06 Mar- 20 Mar- 27 Mar- 03 Apr- 10 Apr-<br />

Nts 25 Dec 01 Jan 22 Jan 05 Feb 12 Feb 19 Feb 05 Mar 19 Mar 26 Mar 02 Apr 09 Apr 16 Apr<br />

Neilson Rating ••••<br />

<strong>SKI</strong> IN <strong>SKI</strong> OUT<br />

INDOOR POOL<br />

GOOD FOR FAMILIES<br />

CHILDREN’S CLUB<br />

FAMILY ROOMS<br />

Supplements in £s per person per night from:<br />

(Unless otherwise stated)<br />

Attic Room 2: Sole use of twin £99<br />

Room 2/4: Single room £28, 3rd & 4th Adult redn. £18<br />

W24H16 Half Board Attic Room 2 7 1029 1369 879 949 1025 1389 1045 1059 925 935 1025 -<br />

35%<br />

Room 2/4 7 1149 1519 985 1069 1159 1519 1179 1195 1029 1035 1119 -<br />

Hotel Alpenhof<br />

W24H11 Half Board Room 2/3 7 829 1009 589 619 699 1065 609 639 629 685 785 -<br />

Room 2/3: Sole use of twin £55, 3rd & 4th Adult redn. £9<br />

35%<br />

Hotel Mooserkreuz<br />

W24H21 Half Board Room 2/3 7 829 1169 765 805 869 1229 875 889 889 945 849 749<br />

Room 2/3: Single room £Nil, Sole use of twin £88, 3rd & 4th<br />

Adult redn. £16<br />

35%<br />

Hotel Arlberg<br />

W24H12 Half Board Room 2/3 7 1159 1499 859 975 1105 1459 1109 989 899 1045 1039 859<br />

Room 2/3: Sole use of twin £100, Larger room 2/4 £12, 3rd<br />

& 4th Adult redn. £24<br />

35%<br />

Hotel Montjola<br />

W24H17 Half Board Annexe Room 2/3 7 875 1139 739 815 889 1259 909 929 789 845 929 795<br />

Annexe Room 2/3: 3rd & 4th Adult redn. £19<br />

45%<br />

Hotel Room 2/3 7 939 1249 789 879 999 1369 1019 1039 839 895 979 839<br />

Hotel Room 2/3: Sole use of twin £88, 3rd & 4th Adult<br />

redn. £19<br />

Sporthotel St.Christoph<br />

W33H00 Half Board Room 2 7 939 1419 719 749 895 1389 915 939 929 1105 989 749<br />

Room 2: Sole use of twin £97, Inter-connecting £8,<br />

Larger Attic room £4, Larger twin room £8<br />

25%<br />

Prices are a guide only & will be confirmed on enquiry. Adult prices in £ sterling start from the amounts shown & apply to selected flight departures between each date range based on current charges & costs. Prices may go up or down & supplements (e.g. flight &/or fuel), or reductions may apply. Supplements ‘from’ are based on low season dates. For full details on how to price your holiday, charges,<br />

supplements & surcharges see ‘Your Holiday Price’ page 368. For important Holiday Information & Booking Conditions see pages 368 - 385. †Some facilities may incur a local charge. LOW 02-29Jan,13Mar-02Apr.MID 19-25Dec,30Jan-12Feb,20Feb-12Mar,03-17Apr.HIGH 26 Dec - 01 Jan, 13 - 19 Feb. NS221a<br />

LIFT PASS (6 DAYS) LS HS <strong>SKI</strong>ER’S PACK (6 DAYS) LS HS <strong>SNOWBOARD</strong>ER’S PACK (6 DAYS) LS HS <strong>SKI</strong>/BOARD EQUIPMENT (6 DAYS) ADULT YOUTH* CHILD* <strong>SKI</strong>/BOARD TUITION<br />

Adult (born 01/01/45 - 31/12/90) .............. £171 £181<br />

Youth (born 01/01/90 - 31/12/93) ............. £148 £157<br />

Child (born 01/01/94 - 31/12/01) .............. £103 £110<br />

Senior (born before 01/01/1945) ............... £148 £157<br />

HS-19Dec-08Jan,30Jan-9Apr.LS-Allotherdates.Lift<br />

pass covers St Anton, St Christoph, Stuben, Oberlech, Lech,<br />

Zurs, Sonnenkop and Pettnau. Free lift pass for children born<br />

Adult - Complete Beginner †† .................... £469 £485<br />

Adult - Intermediate ................................... £479 £495<br />

Ski Pack Ages: Adult = (born 01/01/45 - 31/12/90). Includes:<br />

6 days x 4hrs tuition, 6 days lift pass & 6 days standard ski &<br />

boot hire. HS - 19 Dec - 08 Jan, 30 Jan - 9 Apr. LS - All other<br />

dates. Includes handsfree keycard.<br />

Adult - Complete Beginner †† .................... £416 £431<br />

Adult - Intermediate ................................... £426 £441<br />

Snowboard Pack Ages: Adult = (born 01/01/45 - 31/12/90).<br />

Includes: 3 days x 4hrs tuition, 6 days lift pass & 6 days<br />

standard snowboard & boot hire. HS - 19 Dec - 08 Jan, 30<br />

Jan - 9 Apr. LS - All other dates. Includes handsfree keycard.<br />

Skis & boots standard ...................... £131<br />

Skis & boots superior ....................... £149<br />

Skis only standard ............................ £95<br />

Skis only superior ............................. £114<br />

Snowboard & boots standard ......... £130<br />

Snowboard only standard ............... £67<br />

Helmet** .......................................... -<br />

£75<br />

-<br />

£58<br />

-<br />

£85<br />

£67<br />

-<br />

£48<br />

-<br />

£40<br />

-<br />

-<br />

-<br />

FREE<br />

Adult ski school (6x4hrs) ............................................ £196<br />

Child ski school (6x4hrs) ............................................. £196<br />

Snowboard school (3x4hrs) ........................................ £133<br />

Child ski school = 4-12yrs. Child snowboard school =<br />

8-12yrs.<br />

after 01/01/2002. Includes handsfree keycard.<br />

SPECIAL OFFER: Pre-book 2 adults ski/board hire<br />

ST ANTON & ST CHRISTOPH<br />

<strong>SKI</strong> PACK<br />

and receive 1 free child ski/board hire (4-10yrs).<br />

*Child skis & boots = 4-10yrs, Youth skis & boots =<br />

11-14yrs, *Youth board & boots = 8-14yrs.<br />

**Child equipment hire includes helmet hire.<br />

IMPORTANT: †† Complete beginner = Ability Level 0, Intermediate = Ability Level 1-4. Ability levels must be stated at the time of booking - see page 13 for details. Special Offers may be withdrawn at any time. Prices are in £s and are approximate - please see reservation system, our website or call us for more details.<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk/stantonstchristoph call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free après-ski snacks<br />

(4pm-5pm)<br />

Free wine with dinner<br />

(7pm-9pm)<br />

Free use of indoor pool,<br />

sauna & fitness room<br />

Child %<br />

discount<br />

221


222<br />

AUSTRIA – SÖLDEN<br />

“This high altitude<br />

resort offers an<br />

extensive network of<br />

slopes and excellent<br />

snow reliability… it<br />

deserves a serious<br />

look, especially by<br />

keen intermediates”<br />

BEGINNERS<br />

INTERMEDIATES<br />

ADVANCED<br />

OFF-PISTE<br />

NON <strong>SKI</strong>ERS<br />

FAMILIES<br />

NIGHTLIFE<br />

MOUNTAIN<br />

Skiing Altitude 1380m–3250m<br />

Resort Altitude 1380m<br />

Pistes 150km<br />

Number of Runs 52<br />

36% 45% 19%<br />

Number of lifts 34<br />

Drags 8 / Chairs 19 / Gondolas 7<br />

Longest Run 13km<br />

Direction of Slopes S, W<br />

Terrain Parks yes<br />

Half Pipe yes<br />

Cross Country Trails 6km<br />

Night Skiing yes<br />

Mountain Restaurants 20<br />

Snowmaking 18% runs covered<br />

Resort Ski Bus yes<br />

FAMILY<br />

Fair Excellent<br />

Babycare 6-23m<br />

Crèche 2yrs+<br />

Ski Kindergarten 3yrs<br />

See page 373 or<br />

neilson.co.uk/childcare for more info.<br />

TRAVEL<br />

Departure Airports Gatwick,<br />

Manchester<br />

Destination Airports Innsbruck<br />

Season 19 Dec–10 Apr<br />

Departure Day Saturday<br />

Flight Guide See page 384<br />

Transfer Time 1hr 30mins<br />

Private taxi transfers available -<br />

please call us for details<br />

Self Drive See page 368<br />

SPECIAL OFFERS<br />

Pre-book 2 adults ski/board hire and<br />

receive 1 free child ski/board<br />

hire (4-10yrs)<br />

Ski/board rental includes slopeside<br />

storage<br />

<strong>SKI</strong> LEADING • GLACIER RESORT • LIVELY NIGHTLIFE • SELF DRIVE<br />

Sölden was, until recently, relatively<br />

unknown to British skiers. This high<br />

altitude resort boasts two glaciers and<br />

an extensive network of slopes,<br />

coupled with excellent snow<br />

reliability. We believe it deserves a<br />

serious look, especially by keen<br />

intermediates. <strong>The</strong> town stretches for<br />

more than 2km along the valley floor,<br />

its traditional Tirolean-style buildings,<br />

countless restaurants, bars and shops<br />

lining either side of the main road.<br />

Sölden is a vibrant resort with a great<br />

atmosphere. Its après ski is famous in<br />

Austria, starting off late afternoon in<br />

Gaislachalm<br />

1982m<br />

Mutkogl<br />

3312m<br />

Wildspitze<br />

3774m<br />

Glacier<br />

Tiefenbachkogl<br />

3309m<br />

Tiefenbach<br />

2796m<br />

4<br />

3<br />

3<br />

the mountain bars, progressing down<br />

to the town’s bars and restaurants on<br />

the main street and then onto one of<br />

many clubs offering live music and<br />

DJs later on. It’s the lively après ski<br />

scene that attracts a younger crowd<br />

of skiers and boarders although<br />

couples looking for a more relaxing<br />

time, will enjoy the good choice of<br />

quality hotels, many with wellness<br />

areas. With more runs than<br />

Chamonix, Sölden just has to be<br />

tried.<br />

Tiefenbachtunnel<br />

Gratl 2541m<br />

Mittelstation<br />

2170m<br />

2<br />

Rettenbachjoch<br />

3014m<br />

2<br />

4<br />

Rettenbach<br />

2684m<br />

1<br />

2<br />

Mittagskopf<br />

3162m<br />

Karleskogl<br />

3106m<br />

Rotkogl<br />

2940m<br />

4<br />

Rotkoglhütte<br />

2662m<br />

4<br />

4<br />

4<br />

4<br />

SÖLDEN 1380m<br />

4<br />

ACTIVITIES<br />

• Tobogganing<br />

• Ice Skating<br />

• Curling<br />

• Night Skiing<br />

• Horse Drawn Sleigh Rides<br />

• Sports Centre with Indoor Pool,<br />

Slides & Saunas<br />

• Bowling<br />

• Tennis<br />

• Snowshoeing<br />

SÖLDEN’S TERRAIN PARK<br />

<strong>The</strong> BASE park offers corners and<br />

tables, half pipes and countless rails<br />

suited to various levels of freestylers,<br />

Puitkogl<br />

3345m<br />

Hainbachjoch<br />

2727m<br />

3<br />

4<br />

1<br />

2<br />

Hohe Geige<br />

3395m<br />

HOCHSÖLDEN<br />

2090m<br />

LIFT PASS & TUITION<br />

PRICE PROMISE<br />

See page 371<br />

plus a chill-out area with music.<br />

This is a fantastic area for skiers<br />

and boarders.<br />

FREIZEIT ARENA<br />

Sölden’s leisure centre offers<br />

indoor adventure pools,<br />

waterslides, a wellness area with<br />

saunas, steam rooms and<br />

relaxation areas – the best way<br />

of relaxing and soothing skied<br />

out legs.


HOTEL GRAUER BÄR<br />

This traditional hotel offers a high standard of accommodation and<br />

friendly service. It is situated 200m from the Gaislachkogel gondola and<br />

just 800m from the centre of Sölden. A great choice for those looking<br />

to be close to the ski lift.<br />

FACILITIES: Restaurant •Stuberl<br />

•Lounge with bar •Free use of<br />

wellness area with sauna, steam<br />

room and relaxation area<br />

ROOMS (2 PEOPLE): Austrian twin<br />

rooms (26m²), with cable TV,<br />

telephone, safe, hairdryer, bath or<br />

shower and wc. Rooms with extra<br />

beds on request.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board. Buffet<br />

breakfast and four-course evening<br />

meal with choice of main and salad<br />

buffet. Christmas & New Year gala<br />

dinners included.<br />

HOTEL TYROLERHOF<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk/solden call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

SÖLDEN – AUSTRIA<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 45<br />

PROPERTY CODE: W20H03<br />

Ideally located in the centre of Sölden, this large, comfortable hotel<br />

offers great facilities and a warm, friendly welcome to guests. <strong>The</strong> ski<br />

lifts are just 100m from the hotel as are bars, restaurants and shops.<br />

FACILITIES†: Two lounges •Two<br />

bars •Restaurant •Free use of<br />

wellness area (500m 2 ) with two<br />

saunas, steam room and relax area<br />

•Massage & hydrotherapy<br />

treatments<br />

ROOMS (2-3 PEOPLE): Austrian<br />

twin rooms, with sofa bed, cable TV,<br />

telephone, radio, safe, bath or<br />

shower & wc. Single rooms with<br />

shower & wc available on request at<br />

a supplement.<br />

HOTEL TYROL<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board. Buffet<br />

breakfast with hot options and<br />

buffet style evening meal. Weekly<br />

speciality buffets. Christmas & New<br />

Year Gala meals included.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 100<br />

PROPERTY CODE: W20H05<br />

Ideally located in the heart of Sölden, the Hotel Tyrol is family-run, built<br />

in a traditional style with modern features, and offers excellent cuisine.<br />

Situated within walking distance of the numerous bars, restaurants and<br />

shops in Sölden’s main street, and just 500m from the nearest ski lifts.<br />

FACILITIES†: Bar •Restaurants<br />

•Lounge •Free use of sauna and<br />

steam room<br />

ROOMS (2-3 PEOPLE): Austrian<br />

twin rooms with single sofa bed,<br />

cable TV, telephone, safe, hairdryer,<br />

bath or shower & wc. Single rooms<br />

available at a supplement.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board. Buffet<br />

breakfast and four-course evening<br />

meal with choice of main. Christmas<br />

dinner & New Year gala dinner<br />

included.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 89<br />

PROPERTY CODE: W20H02<br />

Neilson Rating ••••<br />

WELLNESS AREA<br />

GOOD FOR GROUPS<br />

FOUR OR MORE<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free weekly après ski<br />

snack buffet<br />

Free use of wellness<br />

area with sauna, steam<br />

room and relaxation<br />

area<br />

Neilson Rating ••••<br />

CENTRAL LOCATION<br />

WELLNESS AREA<br />

GOOD FOR GROUPS<br />

FOUR OR MORE<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free use of wellness<br />

area with 2 saunas,<br />

steam room and<br />

relaxation area<br />

Neilson Rating ••••<br />

CENTRAL LOCATION<br />

GOOD FOR GROUPS<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free use of sauna and<br />

steam room<br />

223


224<br />

AUSTRIA – SÖLDEN<br />

PENSION WALDHEIM<br />

This is a comfortable, family-run pension offering a great location,<br />

150m from the Gaislachkogelbahn gondola and 400m from the resort<br />

centre. Great value accommodation for those wanting convenient<br />

access to Sölden’s snowsure slopes.<br />

FACILITIES†: Breakfast room<br />

ROOMS (2-3 PEOPLE): Austrian<br />

twin rooms, some of which can take<br />

an extra bed/sofa bed, with cable<br />

TV, telephone, bath or shower and<br />

wc.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Bed & Breakfast.<br />

Buffet breakfast.<br />

HOTEL ALPENLAND<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 17<br />

PROPERTY CODE: W20P01<br />

This is a small, family-run property in a great central location, just 250m<br />

from the Giggijochbahn gondola and close to some of Sölden's lively<br />

bars. A great value property in a convenient position.<br />

FACILITIES†: Bar •Lobby •TV room<br />

•Restaurant •Sun terrace •Nightclub<br />

ROOMS (2 PEOPLE): Austrian twin<br />

beds with telephone, satellite TV,<br />

shower and wc, some with a<br />

balcony. Single room available at a<br />

supplement.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board. Buffet<br />

breakfast and four-course evening<br />

meal with a choice of main.<br />

Christmas & New Year meals<br />

included.<br />

HOTEL BIRKENHOF<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 21<br />

PROPERTY CODE: W20H07<br />

Set back from the main road but still close to the resort’s amenities, the<br />

Birkenhof enjoys a central location, next to the leisure centre and 400m<br />

from the Giggijochbahn gondola. <strong>The</strong> bus stop is a 50m walk away.<br />

Expect a warm, friendly welcome and great service in this family-run<br />

hotel.<br />

FACILITIES†: Bar •Restaurant<br />

•Lounge •Free use of sauna and<br />

steam room<br />

ROOMS (2 PEOPLE): Austrian twin<br />

rooms with satellite TV, telephone,<br />

radio, safe, hairdryer, bath, wc and<br />

balcony.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board. Buffet<br />

breakfast and three-course evening<br />

meal. Weekly Gala dinner. Christmas<br />

& New Year meals included.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 34<br />

PROPERTY CODE: W20H04<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk/solden call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

Neilson Rating •••<br />

VALUE<br />

No frills accommodation at a cheaper price<br />

– where it's the skiing that really counts!<br />

Neilson Rating •••<br />

CENTRAL LOCATION<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free entrance to the<br />

Freizeit Arena indoor<br />

adventure pool and<br />

sauna area for all guests<br />

Neilson Rating •••+<br />

CENTRAL LOCATION<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free use of sauna and<br />

steam room<br />

Free entrance to the<br />

Freizeit Arena indoor<br />

adventure pool and<br />

sauna area for all<br />

guests.


Basic Holiday Prices in £s per adult from<br />

the amounts shown.<br />

Hotel Grauer Bär<br />

Suite<br />

AQUA DOME SPA RESORT (LÄNGENFELD)<br />

A luxury hotel & thermal spa centre situated 350m from Langenfeld<br />

village, 13km down the road from Sölden’s resort centre & ski area. <strong>The</strong><br />

ski bus stops directly outside throughout the day. As well as stunning<br />

hotel areas, guests have free access to the state-of-the-art thermal spa<br />

centre. For a combined spa/ski break, you’d be hard pushed to find<br />

anything better.<br />

FACILITIES†: Piano bar •Two<br />

lounges •Library •Large lobby •Four<br />

restaurants •Wine cellar •Ski storage<br />

•Sports shop<br />

SPA FEATURES†: •Free use of 2<br />

indoor pools, outdoor flowing pools,<br />

3 floating pools (saltwater, whirlpool<br />

& massage) & relax room • Free use<br />

of sauna complex: 4 saunas, herbal<br />

chamber, steam room, waterfall, ice<br />

cave, outdoor pool & hot tub,<br />

relaxation areas •Free use of fitness<br />

centre •Free daily activity program<br />

inc. yoga, spinning classes, aerobics,<br />

tai chi •Spa centre offering beauty,<br />

health & massage treatments<br />

•Medical centre<br />

Please note: one indoor pool, sauna<br />

complex & fitness areas reserved for<br />

guests over 15yrs only. All pools<br />

(except salt water pools) are fed<br />

with natural thermal spa water. Spa<br />

use available from 9am on day of<br />

arrival until 11am on day of<br />

departure.<br />

Important information on spa<br />

facilities – see page 375<br />

SPECIAL OFFER – PRE-BOOK 2 ADULTS <strong>SKI</strong>/BOARD HIRE & RECEIVE 1 FREE CHILD <strong>SKI</strong>/BOARD HIRE<br />

19 Dec- 26 Dec- 02 Jan- 23 Jan- 06 Feb- 13 Feb- 20 Feb- 06 Mar- 20 Mar- 27 Mar- 03 Apr- 10 Apr-<br />

Nts 25 Dec 01 Jan 22 Jan 05 Feb 12 Feb 19 Feb 05 Mar 19 Mar 26 Mar 02 Apr 09 Apr 16 Apr<br />

SÖLDEN – AUSTRIA<br />

FOR FAMILIES: Free use of outdoor<br />

heated children’s pool & giant<br />

waterslide •Children’s restaurant<br />

•Children’s playroom •Early dinners<br />

•Baby listening<br />

ROOMS (2-3 PEOPLE): Austrian<br />

twin rooms (35m²) which can take a<br />

possible extra/sofa bed with<br />

flatscreen satellite TV, free internet<br />

connection, telephone, minibar,<br />

hairdryer, tea & coffee making<br />

facilities, radio, bathrobes, safe, bath<br />

or shower, separate wc & balcony.<br />

SUITES (2-4 PEOPLE): Spacious<br />

suites with Austrian twin beds,<br />

lounge area with log fire, space to<br />

take one or two extra beds/sofa<br />

beds, bath and shower & separate<br />

wc at a supplement. Single room<br />

available at a supplement.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board. Extensive<br />

buffet breakfast & five-course<br />

evening meal. Christmas & New<br />

Year gala meals included.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★★ Superior<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 140<br />

PROPERTY CODE: W20H10<br />

Neilson Rating ••••+<br />

INDOOR POOL<br />

OUTDOOR POOL<br />

WELLNESS AREA<br />

FOUR OR MORE<br />

Supplements in £s per person per night from:<br />

(Unless otherwise stated)<br />

A handpicked selection of hotels<br />

offering first class spa facilities<br />

W20H03 Half Board Room 2 7 789 999 609 639 655 1039 675 699 695 745 795 719<br />

Room 2: Sole use of twin £62<br />

25%<br />

Hotel Tyrolerhof<br />

W20H05 Half Board Room 2/3 7 799 1189 709 789 865 1229 885 905 819 875 959 839<br />

Room 2/3: Single room £15, 3rd & 4th Adult redn. £7<br />

35%<br />

Hotel Tyrol<br />

W20H02 Half Board Room 2/3 7 739 1179 579 709 719 1079 739 765 729 795 865 809<br />

Room 2/3: Single room £12, 3rd & 4th Adult redn. £6<br />

25%<br />

Pension Waldheim<br />

W20P01 Bed & Breakfast Room 2/3 7 589 719 459 479 475 839 495 499 489 565 639 569<br />

Room 2/3: 3rd & 4th Adult redn. £5<br />

25%<br />

Hotel Alpenland<br />

W20H07 Half Board Room 2 7 669 869 489 529 599 969 609 619 619 685 759 -<br />

Room 2: Single room £6, Sole use of twin £52<br />

25%<br />

Hotel Birkenhof<br />

W20H04 Half Board Room 2 7 799 1169 739 775 835 1179 839 859 859 885 965 819<br />

Room 2: Sole use of twin £82<br />

25%<br />

Aqua Dome Spa Resort- Längenfeld<br />

W20H10 Half Board Room 2/3 7 1229 1409 1059 1079 1109 1469 1085 1099 1089 1205 1249 959<br />

Room 2/3: Single room £33, Sole use of twin £122, Suite<br />

£36, 3rd & 4th Adult redn. £27<br />

45%<br />

Prices are a guide only & will be confirmed on enquiry. Adult prices in £ sterling start from the amounts shown & apply to selected flight departures between each date range based on current charges & costs. Prices may go up or down & supplements (e.g. flight &/or fuel), or reductions may apply. Supplements ‘from’ are based on low season dates. For full details on how to price your holiday, charges,<br />

supplements & surcharges see ‘Your Holiday Price’ page 368. For important Holiday Information & Booking Conditions see pages 368 - 385. †Some facilities may incur a local charge. LOW 02-29Jan,13Mar-02Apr.MID 19-25Dec,30Jan-12Feb,20Feb-12Mar,03-17Apr.HIGH 26 Dec - 01 Jan, 13 - 19 Feb. NS225a<br />

LIFT PASS (6 DAYS) LS HS <strong>SKI</strong>ER’S PACK (6 DAYS) LS HS <strong>SNOWBOARD</strong>ER’S PACK (6 DAYS) LS HS <strong>SKI</strong>/BOARD EQUIPMENT (6 DAYS) ADULT YOUTH* CHILD* <strong>SKI</strong>/BOARD TUITION<br />

Adult (born 01/01/51 - 31/12/89 ) ............. £176 £193<br />

Youth (born 01/01/90 - 31/12/94 ) ............ £138 £138<br />

Child (born 01/01/95 - 31/12/01) .............. £108 £108<br />

Senior (born before 31/12/50) ................... £163 £163<br />

HS-19Dec-08Jan,30Jan-9Apr.LS-Allotherdates.Lift<br />

pass covers Sölden and one day skiing in Obergurgl,<br />

Hochgurgl & Untergurl - free shuttle bus included. Free lift<br />

Adult - Complete Beginner†† ..................... £393 £410<br />

Adult - Intermediate ................................... £403 £420<br />

Ski Pack Ages: Adult = (born 01/01/51 - 31/12/89 ).<br />

Includes: 6 days x 4hrs tuitiion, 6 days lift pass & 6 days<br />

standard ski & boot hire. HS - 19 Dec - 08 Jan, 30 Jan - 9<br />

Apr. LS - All other dates. Includes handsfree keycard.<br />

Adult - Complete Beginner†† ..................... £367 £385<br />

Adult - Intermediate ................................... £377 £395<br />

Snowboard Pack Ages: Adult = (born 01/01/51 - 31/12/89).<br />

Includes: 3 days x 4hrs tuition, 6 days lift pass & 6 days<br />

standard snowboard & boot hire. HS - 19 Dec - 08 Jan, 30<br />

Jan - 9 Apr. LS - All other dates. Includes handsfree keycard.<br />

Skis & boots standard ...................... £104<br />

Skis & boots superior ....................... £122<br />

Skis only standard ............................ £74<br />

Skis only superior ............................. £92<br />

Snowboard & boots standard ......... £103<br />

Snowboard only standard ............... £73<br />

Helmet** .......................................... -<br />

£63<br />

-<br />

£47<br />

-<br />

£99<br />

£67<br />

-<br />

£42<br />

-<br />

£33<br />

-<br />

-<br />

-<br />

FREE<br />

Adult ski school (6x4hrs) ............................................ £149<br />

Child ski school (6x4hrs) ............................................. £137<br />

Snowboard school (3x4hrs) ........................................ £105<br />

Child ski school = 4-14yrs. Child snowboard school =<br />

8yrs+.<br />

pass for children born after 01/01/2002. Includes handsfree<br />

keycard.<br />

SPECIAL OFFER: Pre-book 2 adults skiboard hire<br />

and receive 1 free child ski/board hire (4-10yrs).<br />

SPECIAL OFFER: *Ski/board rental includes<br />

slopeside storage.<br />

SÖLDEN <strong>SKI</strong> PACK<br />

*Child skis & boots = 4-10yrs, Youth skis & boots =<br />

11-14yrs. *Youth board & boots = 8-14yrs.<br />

**Child equipment hire includes helmet hire.<br />

IMPORTANT: †† Complete beginner = Ability Level 0, Intermediate = Ability Level 1-4. Ability levels must be stated at the time of booking - see page 13 for details. Special Offers may be withdrawn at any time. Prices are in £s and are approximate - please see reservation system, our website or call us for more details.<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk/solden call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free soft drinks from<br />

the minibar<br />

Free use of thermal<br />

indoor & outdoor pools<br />

Free use of wellness<br />

centre with saunas,<br />

steam room & hot tub<br />

Free use of fitness<br />

centre<br />

Free daily activity<br />

program<br />

Special discount 2-5yrs:<br />

£250 HS; £150 LS<br />

Child %<br />

discount<br />

225


226<br />

AUSTRIA – OBERGURGL & HOCHGURGL<br />

“Attracting a loyal<br />

following of<br />

beginners,<br />

intermediates and<br />

families thanks to<br />

snowsure slopes,<br />

great quality<br />

accommodation<br />

and relaxed resort<br />

atmosphere”<br />

BEGINNERS<br />

INTERMEDIATES<br />

ADVANCED<br />

OFF-PISTE<br />

NON <strong>SKI</strong>ERS<br />

FAMILIES<br />

NIGHTLIFE<br />

MOUNTAIN<br />

Skiing Altitude 1950m–3080m<br />

Resort Altitude 1930m<br />

Pistes 110km<br />

Number of Runs 39<br />

32% 50% 18%<br />

Number of lifts 23<br />

Drags 7 / Chairs 12<br />

Longest Run 8.5km<br />

Direction of Slopes S,W<br />

Terrain Parks no<br />

Half Pipe no<br />

Cross Country Trails 12km<br />

Night Skiing yes<br />

Mountain Restaurants 9<br />

Snowmaking 5% runs covered<br />

Resort Ski Bus yes<br />

FAMILY<br />

Fair Excellent<br />

Babycare n/a (Obergurgl)<br />

See Hotel Riml (Hochgurgl)<br />

Crèche 3yrs+ (Obergurgl)<br />

See Sporthotel Olymp (Hochgurgl)<br />

Ski Kindergarten 3-5yrs<br />

See page 373 or<br />

neilson.co.uk/childcare for more info.<br />

TRAVEL<br />

Departure Airports Gatwick,<br />

Manchester<br />

Destination Airport Innsbruck<br />

Season 19 Dec-10 Apr<br />

Departure Day Saturday<br />

Flight Guide see page 384<br />

Transfer Time 1hr 30mins<br />

Private taxi transfers available -<br />

please call us for details<br />

Self Drive See page 368<br />

SPECIAL OFFERS<br />

Pre-book 2 adults ski/board hire and<br />

receive 1 free child ski hire (4-8yrs)<br />

Ski/board rental includes slopeside<br />

storage<br />

<strong>SKI</strong> LEADING • LEARN TO TURN RESORT • QUIET NIGHTLIFE • GOOD FOR FAMILIES<br />

• SELF DRIVE<br />

Obergurgl and Hochgurgl share one<br />

of the highest ski areas in Austria. Set<br />

in the spectacular Ötz Valley, the<br />

slopes reach over 3000m, resulting in<br />

reliable snow conditions from as early<br />

as November to as late in the season<br />

as May. Both areas, linked by a<br />

gondola and bus service, have<br />

developed from farming settlements<br />

into quality resorts offering<br />

convenient, high altitude skiing.<br />

Obergurgl’s resort centre has little<br />

traffic and numerous shops, cafés,<br />

restaurants and bars, many of which<br />

have a great atmosphere at the end<br />

of the day.<br />

Obergurgl does not promise to be<br />

one of Austria’s liveliest resorts<br />

though live music is not unusual in<br />

some of the bars later on in the<br />

evenings. Hochgurgl is no more than<br />

a cluster of quality hotels set on the<br />

mountainside offering superb<br />

convenience for the slopes and a<br />

relaxing mountain base. <strong>The</strong>se resorts<br />

attract a loyal following of beginners,<br />

intermediates and families every<br />

winter thanks to snowsure slopes,<br />

great quality accommodation and a<br />

relaxed resort atmosphere.<br />

ACTIVITIES<br />

• Ice Skating<br />

• Curling<br />

• Bowling<br />

• Casino<br />

• Snowshoeing<br />

• Night Skiing<br />

• Cleared Walking Trails<br />

<strong>SKI</strong>ING BY FLOODLIGHT<br />

If you’ve not had enough skiing by<br />

sundown, you can continue well into<br />

the evening on one of eight floodlit<br />

slopes, suited to all ages and abilities<br />

(Tue only).<br />

LIFT PASS & TUITION<br />

PRICE PROMISE<br />

See page 371<br />

WINTER WALKS FOR ALL<br />

12kms of cleared walking trails<br />

in and around the resorts are<br />

perfect for winter walks. <strong>The</strong><br />

walks can be as leisurely as you<br />

want, such as the paths<br />

through the ‘Zirbenwald’ pine<br />

forest nature reserve.<br />

EXPLORE THE AREA<br />

<strong>The</strong> Neilson Ski Leading Service<br />

means you can really get to<br />

explore this area in a small<br />

group. It’s so much more fun<br />

this way.


Crystal superior room<br />

South facing room<br />

OBERGURGL & HOCHGURGL – AUSTRIA<br />

HOTEL EDELWEISS & GURGL (OBERGURGL)<br />

<strong>The</strong> Edelweiss & Gurgl is one of our most popular hotels in Obergurgl.<br />

As well as fantastic facilities including an outdoor heated pool and<br />

comfortable surroundings, it offers Austrian character and charm and a<br />

welcoming service. It benefits from a central location in resort, directly<br />

on the slopes and 200m from the ski school and ski kindergarten<br />

meeting points. <strong>The</strong> Hohe Mut & Rosskar lifts are next to the property.<br />

FACILITIES†: Lobby •Recently<br />

renovated dining room, restaurant<br />

& wintergarden •Cocktail bar with<br />

open fire •Sun terrace •Horseriding<br />

on request •Weekly live music •Ski<br />

hire shop<br />

SPA FEATURES†: Free use of small<br />

indoor & outdoor heated pool •Free<br />

use of wellness area including three<br />

saunas, steam room & spa bath<br />

•Beauty and massage treatments<br />

•Free use of fitness room<br />

† Local charges may apply.<br />

Important information on spa<br />

facilities – see page 375.<br />

FOR FAMILIES: Free hotel-run<br />

children’s club available 3.30pm-<br />

9.30pm (Sun- Fri) for 4yrs+<br />

•Babysitting on request •Early<br />

supervised suppers •Special menus<br />

ROOMS (2-4 PEOPLE): Renovated<br />

south facing, Austrian twin rooms<br />

(18m 2 ) with cable TV, telephone,<br />

bath and wc, bathrobes and<br />

slippers. Larger Austrian twin northfacing<br />

rooms (32m 2 ) with a double<br />

sofa bed available at a supplement.<br />

Single room (16m 2 ) available at no<br />

supplement.<br />

HOTEL CRYSTAL (OBERGURGL)<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board. Buffet<br />

breakfast with hot options. Fivecourse<br />

evening meal with salad<br />

buffet, a choice of main dish and<br />

cheese buffet (smart-casual dress<br />

required). Weekly Farmer’s buffet.<br />

Christmas dinner & New Year Gala<br />

dinner with party and fireworks<br />

(jacked & tie required) included.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★★ Superior<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 132<br />

PROPERTY CODE: W21H14<br />

<strong>The</strong> Hotel Crystal is three interconnected buildings – the original Crystal<br />

building, the Hotel Crystal-Sportiv building opposite and a new wing<br />

adjacent connected by a covered bridge. This property boasts excellent<br />

cuisine and a superb location next to the Festkogl gondola and a 10min<br />

walk from the resort centre.<br />

FACILITIES†: Lounge with open<br />

fireplace •Bars •Restaurants<br />

•Conservatory<br />

SPA FEATURES†: Free use of indoor<br />

& outdoor pool • Free use of<br />

wellness area with 4 saunas, 3 steam<br />

rooms, relaxation room & fitness<br />

room • Beauty & massage<br />

treatments.<br />

†Local charges may apply.<br />

Important information on spa<br />

facilities – see page 375.<br />

FOR FAMILIES: •Free children's club<br />

for 4yrs+, Mon-Fri, 10am-9pm<br />

•Baby minding •Special menus<br />

CRYSTAL-SPORTIV ROOMS (2-3<br />

PEOPLE): Opposite the Crystal<br />

building (underground connected),<br />

Austrian twin rooms, which can take<br />

one or two extra beds, with satellite<br />

TV, safe, bathrobes, hairdryer, bath<br />

or shower and wc. Rooms with 2<br />

extra beds at a supp.<br />

CRYSTAL ROOMS (2-3 PEOPLE): In<br />

the original Crystal building, 'Classic'<br />

Austrian twin rooms (30m 2 ) which<br />

can take an extra bed with bath or<br />

shower and wc.<br />

CRYSTAL SUPERIOR ROOMS (2-4<br />

PEOPLE): In the new wing, Austrian<br />

twin room (35m 2 ) with a sitting area<br />

which can take an extra bed with<br />

bath, wc and balcony at a supp.<br />

Larger (45m 2 ) Austrian twin<br />

room,with lounge area and two sofa<br />

beds, bath, wc and balcony at a<br />

supp.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★★ Superior<br />

(Crystal) ★★★ (Crystal Sportiv)<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 100<br />

Please note: we grade rooms in the<br />

Crystal building and new building as<br />

●●●● and rooms in the Crystal-<br />

Sportiv building as ●●●+<br />

PROPERTY CODE: W21H05<br />

Hotel Crystal Restaurant<br />

0Click www.neilson.co.uk/obergurglhochgurgl call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

Neilson Rating ••••+<br />

<strong>SKI</strong> TO YOUR DOOR<br />

CENTRAL LOCATION<br />

INDOOR POOL<br />

OUTDOOR POOL<br />

WELLNESS AREA<br />

GOOD FOR FAMILIES<br />

CHILDREN’S CLUB<br />

FAMILY ROOMS<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free children's club<br />

Single room at no<br />

supplement<br />

Free use of indoor &<br />

outdoor pool<br />

Free use of wellness<br />

area with 3 saunas,<br />

steam room & hot tub<br />

Free use of fitness room<br />

A handpicked selection of hotels<br />

offering first class spa facilities<br />

Neilson Rating<br />

••••/•••+<br />

<strong>SKI</strong> IN <strong>SKI</strong> OUT<br />

INDOOR POOL<br />

OUTDOOR POOL<br />

WELLNESS AREA<br />

GOOD FOR FAMILIES<br />

CHILDREN’S CLUB<br />

FAMILY ROOMS<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free use of indoor &<br />

outdoor pool<br />

Free use of wellness<br />

area with 4 saunas, 3<br />

steam rooms, relaxation<br />

room & fitness room<br />

A handpicked selection of hotels<br />

offering first class spa facilities<br />

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AUSTRIA – OBERGURGL & HOCHGURGL<br />

HOTEL ENZIAN (OBERGURGL)<br />

This family-run hotel offers a cosy atmosphere, traditional décor and a<br />

great location a 5 min walk above the village centre and just 200m<br />

from ski school and ski kindergarten. This is one of the smallest four star<br />

properties in Obergurgl, ensuring a warm, friendly service to all its<br />

guests.<br />

FACILITIES†: Lobby •Bar<br />

•Restaurant •Free use of wellness<br />

area with two saunas, steam room,<br />

spa bath & relaxation area<br />

FOR FAMILIES: Early suppers<br />

•Special menus<br />

ROOMS (2-4 PEOPLE): Austrian<br />

twin bedded rooms (24m 2 ) with<br />

cable TV, telephone, radio, safe,<br />

balcony, bath and wc. Two room<br />

suites (36m 2 ) with separate Austrian<br />

twin bedroom and two extra beds<br />

or sofa beds in the sitting area (no<br />

balcony), available at a supplement.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board. Buffet<br />

breakfast & five-course evening meal<br />

with a choice of main course, salad<br />

or dessert buffet & cheese selection.<br />

Weekly Gala dinners & Italian<br />

HOTEL ALPENLAND (OBERGURGL)<br />

buffets. Christmas & New Year Gala<br />

meals included.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 27<br />

PROPERTY CODE: W21H19<br />

Situated a 200m walk above the village centre, this comfortable hotel is<br />

well positioned for quick access to the slopes and resort facilities<br />

including ski school and ski kindergarten 250m away. Built in a<br />

traditional Tyrolean style, the Alpenland offers lots of character and a<br />

warm welcome.<br />

FACILITIES†: Lounge with an open<br />

fire •Restaurant •Two bars •Free use<br />

of wellness area with sauna and<br />

steam room •Hot tub •Massage<br />

•Bowling alley<br />

FOR FAMILIES: Games room •Early<br />

suppers<br />

ROOMS (2-4 PEOPLE): Austrian<br />

twin rooms with a sofa bed, satellite<br />

TV, telephone, hairdryer, bath or<br />

shower and wc. Larger rooms<br />

(30m 2 ) with Austrian twin beds and<br />

two sofa beds in the sitting area,<br />

bath, wc and a balcony, available at<br />

a supplement.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board. Buffet<br />

breakfast with hot options and fourcourse<br />

evening meal with a choice<br />

of main. Christmas dinner & New<br />

Year’s Gala dinner included.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 35<br />

PROPERTY CODE: W21H11<br />

PENSION HÖHENFELS (OBERGURGL)<br />

This charming, family-run property offers a fantastic location only two<br />

minutes' walk to the piste and 100m from the Festkogel gondola. <strong>The</strong><br />

resort centre’s shops, bars and restaurants are 600m away and the ski<br />

school meeting point is 750m.<br />

FACILITIES†: Breakfast room •Cosy<br />

lounge with bar •Free use of sauna<br />

& steam room<br />

ROOMS (2-3 PEOPLE): Spacious<br />

Austrian twin rooms which can take<br />

an extra bed/sofa bed with<br />

telephone, satellite TV, radio,<br />

hairdryer, bath and wc.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Bed & Breakfast.<br />

Buffet style breakfast.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 34<br />

PROPERTY CODE: W21P04<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk/obergurglhochgurgl call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

Neilson Rating ••••<br />

WELLNESS AREA<br />

FOUR OR MORE<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free use of wellness<br />

area with 2 saunas,<br />

steam room, hot tub &<br />

relaxation area<br />

Neilson Rating ••••<br />

<strong>SKI</strong> IN <strong>SKI</strong> OUT<br />

WELLNESS AREA<br />

FOUR OR MORE<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free use of sauna &<br />

steam room<br />

Special Discount 2-5yrs:<br />

£150 HS; £50 LS<br />

Neilson Rating •••


South facing ‘Süd’ bedroom<br />

OBERGURGL & HOCHGURGL – AUSTRIA<br />

SPORTHOTEL OLYMP (HOCHGURGL)<br />

Situated just a few minutes' walk from the nearest lift and ski school<br />

meeting point in Hochgurgl, the Sporthotel Olymp provides all the<br />

facilities and comfort you could want after a day on the mountain. A<br />

luxurious, traditional-style hotel offering friendly, attentive service and<br />

great cuisine.<br />

FACILITIES†: Lounge with open fire<br />

•Bar •Three restaurants •Panoramic<br />

sun terrace •Entertainment<br />

programme<br />

SPA FEATURES†: Free use of spa<br />

area with indoor pool, two saunas,<br />

steam room, hot tub, fitness room<br />

and relaxation area •Massage &<br />

beauty treatments<br />

† Local charges may apply.<br />

Important information about spa<br />

facilities – see page 375.<br />

FOR FAMILIES: Free hotel-run<br />

children’s club for 3yrs+10am-2pm<br />

& 5.30pm-9pm •Children’s menu<br />

ROOMS (2-4 PEOPLE): 'Komfort'<br />

Austrian twin rooms (25m 2 ), some<br />

which can take an extra bed, with<br />

sitting area, hairdryer, minibar, safe,<br />

HOTEL RIML (HOCHGURGL)<br />

Situated directly on the slopes in Hochgurgl, the Hotel Riml offers a<br />

wealth of facilities and services in spacious surroundings. Its ski in-ski<br />

out location ensures convenience for all its guests who can expect a<br />

warm welcome from the Riml family.<br />

FACILITIES†: Panorama bar<br />

•Cocktail bar •Four restaurants<br />

•750m 2 indoor golf area & golf<br />

lessons •In-house ski hire and sports<br />

shop<br />

SPA FEATURES†: Free use of use of<br />

indoor pool, steam room, sauna and<br />

fitness room •Massage & beauty<br />

treatments available<br />

† Local charges may apply.<br />

Important information about spa<br />

facilities – see page 375.<br />

FOR FAMILIES†: Hotel-run child<br />

supervision for 0-3yrs, Sun-Fri,<br />

9.30am-5pm and 7pm-8.30pm inc.<br />

lunch and children's tea<br />

ROOMS (2-4 PEOPLE): South<br />

facing, newly refurbished ‘Süd’<br />

Austrian twin rooms (25m 2 ) with a<br />

bathrobes, satellite TV, radio, bath or<br />

shower and wc. Superior 'Wohlfühl'<br />

rooms (28m 2 ) with Austrian twin<br />

beds and 2 extra beds/sofa beds and<br />

superior 'Wohlfühl' rooms (32m 2 )<br />

with a private infra-red cabin and<br />

balcony at a supplement.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board. Hot &<br />

cold buffet breakfast and six-course<br />

evening meal. Weekly Gala dinner,<br />

Christmas meal & New Year’s Gala<br />

dinner and midnight buffet<br />

included.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★★ Superior<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 72<br />

PROPERTY CODE: W21H20<br />

sofa bed in the sitting area (suitable<br />

for a child only), cable TV, radio,<br />

telephone, safe, bath, wc and<br />

balcony. Larger, north facing<br />

‘Talblick’ rooms (28m 2 ) at a<br />

supplement (no balcony). Larger,<br />

east facing ‘Schermerkar’ rooms<br />

(50m 2 ) with Austrian twin beds and<br />

a double sofa bed at a supplement.<br />

South facing ‘Süd’ single rooms on<br />

request at no supplement.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board. Hot and<br />

cold buffet breakfast and four course<br />

evening meal with choice of main.<br />

Daily free cake buffet from 4-5pm.<br />

Christmas meal and New Year gala<br />

dinner included.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★★ Superior<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 99<br />

PROPERTY CODE: W21H23<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk/obergurglhochgurgl call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

Neilson Rating ••••+<br />

<strong>SKI</strong> IN <strong>SKI</strong> OUT<br />

CENTRAL LOCATION<br />

INDOOR POOL<br />

WELLNESS AREA<br />

GOOD FOR FAMILIES<br />

CHILDREN’S CLUB<br />

FAMILY ROOMS<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free use of indoor pool,<br />

wellness area & fitness<br />

room<br />

Free children's club for<br />

3yrs+<br />

Free mineral water and<br />

fruit basket on arrival,<br />

and daily mineral water<br />

replenishment<br />

A handpicked selection of hotels<br />

offering first class spa facilities<br />

Neilson Rating ••••+<br />

<strong>SKI</strong> IN <strong>SKI</strong> OUT<br />

CENTRAL LOCATION<br />

INDOOR POOL<br />

WELLNESS AREA<br />

GOOD FOR FAMILIES<br />

CHILDREN’S CLUB<br />

FAMILY ROOMS<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Daily free cake buffet<br />

from 4-5pm<br />

Children’s supervision<br />

available<br />

Free use of indoor pool,<br />

sauna, steam room &<br />

fitness room<br />

Massage & beauty<br />

treatments available<br />

A handpicked selection of hotels<br />

offering first class spa facilities<br />

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AUSTRIA – OBERGURGL & HOCHGURGL<br />

HOCHGURGL - SLOPESIDE HOTELS FOR SNOWSURE CONVENIENCE<br />

Hochgurgl is in an elevated<br />

position on a sunny plateau<br />

overlooking its neighbour<br />

below, Obergurgl. <strong>The</strong> resort, a<br />

small collection of high quality<br />

hotels, is extremely popular for<br />

its skiing convenience and<br />

snow reliability. Most hotels in<br />

HOTEL ALPINA & ANNEXE (OBERGURGL)<br />

<strong>The</strong> Hotel Alpina and the connected Sonnberg annexe wing offer high<br />

levels of service and excellent facilities. With skiing back to the door, it is<br />

superbly positioned directly above the resort centre. It runs its own<br />

shuttle bus service to the lifts during the day.<br />

FACILITIES†: Cocktail bar & lounge<br />

with open fireplace •Stüberl<br />

•Restaurant •Free use of indoor pool<br />

•Free use of wellness area offering 3<br />

spa baths, 2 steam rooms, 3 saunas<br />

and fitness area •Beauty treatments<br />

and massages<br />

FOR FAMILIES: Free child<br />

supervision for 3yrs+ (out of<br />

nappies), Sun-Fri , 9.30am-4.30pm<br />

inc. lunch and 7pm-8.45pm<br />

SONNBERG ROOMS & SUITES (2-4<br />

PEOPLE): Austrian twin rooms with<br />

satellite TV, telephone, radio, safe,<br />

bathrobes, minibar, hairdryer, bath<br />

or shower & wc. Spacious two room<br />

suites (45m 2 ) with Austrian twins<br />

and double sofa bed in living area,<br />

bath & balcony or terrace at a<br />

supplement.<br />

SPECIAL OFFER – PRE-BOOK 2 ADULTS <strong>SKI</strong> HIRE & RECEIVE 1 FREE CHILD <strong>SKI</strong> HIRE<br />

Basic Holiday Prices in £s per adult from<br />

19 Dec- 26 Dec- 02 Jan- 23 Jan- 06 Feb- 13 Feb- 20 Feb- 06 Mar- 20 Mar- 27 Mar- 03 Apr- 10 Apr- Supplements in £s per person per night from: Child %<br />

the amounts shown.<br />

Nts 25 Dec 01 Jan 22 Jan 05 Feb 12 Feb 19 Feb 05 Mar 19 Mar 26 Mar 02 Apr 09 Apr 16 Apr (Unless otherwise stated)<br />

discount<br />

Hotel Edelweiss & Gurgl<br />

W21H14 Half Board Room 2 7 1109 1319 859 889 1009 1369 1029 1049 1039 1105 1189 909<br />

Room 2: Sole use of twin £103, Larger room £3, 3rd & 4th<br />

Adult redn. £20<br />

35%<br />

Hotel Crystal<br />

W21H05 Half Board Crystal Sportiv room 2/3 7 805 1239 635 729 795 1309 815 749 749 959 929 829<br />

Crystal Sportiv room 2/3: Larger room £4<br />

Crystal Room 2/3: Sole use of twin £130, Crystal superior<br />

25%<br />

Crystal Room 2/3 7 959 1459 759 879 969 1529 989 899 899 1145 1089 979<br />

room £35, Larger Crystal superior room £47, 3rd & 4th Adult<br />

redn. £11<br />

Hotel Enzian<br />

W21H19 Half Board Room 2 7 899 1139 765 789 809 1179 829 819 819 935 1009 949<br />

Room 2: Sole use of twin £82, Suite £9, 3rd & 4th Adult<br />

redn. £21<br />

25%<br />

Hotel Alpenland<br />

W21H11 Half Board Room 2/3 7 1029 1269 679 719 769 1279 875 895 889 1005 1089 669<br />

Room 2/3: Sole use of twin £82, Larger room £11, 3rd & 4th<br />

Adult redn. £20<br />

35%<br />

Pension Höhenfels<br />

W21P04 Bed & Breakfast Room 2/3 7 589 829 489 509 555 899 549 559 559 605 689 619<br />

Room 2/3: Sole use of twin £43, 3rd & 4th Adult redn. £3<br />

25%<br />

Sporthotel Olymp<br />

W21H20 Half Board Room 2/3 7 1039 1539 819 849 835 1299 855 875 869 925 1109 809<br />

Room 2/3: Sole use of twin £89, Superior Wohlfühl room £12,<br />

Larger Superior Wohlfühl room £20, 3rd & 4th Adult redn. £13 25%<br />

Hotel Riml<br />

W21H23 Half Board Room 2/3 7 1309 1659 895 925 1055 1559 1075 1089 1079 1285 1369 1019<br />

Room 2/3: Sole use of twin £110, Larger east facing Room £12,<br />

Larger north facing room £2, 3rd & 4th Adult redn. £27, Single £Nil 25%<br />

Hotel Alpina & Annexe<br />

W21H22 Half Board Sonnberg Room 2 7 1095 1675 729 759 879 1459 899 975 799 1159 1235 849<br />

Sonnberg Room 2: Sole use of twin £84, Suite £18,<br />

3rd & 4th Adult redn. £27<br />

25%<br />

Alpina Junior Suite 2/4 7 1319 1989 859 889 1049 1709 1069 1119 969 1395 1469 979<br />

Alpina Junior Suite 2/4: Larger junior suite £34,<br />

3rd & 4th Adult redn. £27<br />

Prices are a guide only & will be confirmed on enquiry. Adult prices in £ sterling start from the amounts shown & apply to selected flight departures between each date range based on current charges & costs. Prices may go up or down & supplements (e.g. flight &/or fuel), or reductions may apply. Supplements ‘from’ are based on low season dates. For full details on how to price your holiday, charges,<br />

supplements & surcharges see ‘Your Holiday Price’ page 368. For important Holiday Information & Booking Conditions see pages 368 - 385. †Some facilities may incur a local charge. LOW 02-29Jan,13Mar-02Apr.MID 19-25Dec,30Jan-12Feb,20Feb-12Mar,03-17Apr.HIGH 26 Dec - 01 Jan, 13 - 19 Feb. NS230a<br />

LIFT PASS (6 DAYS) LS HS <strong>SKI</strong>ER’S PACK (6 DAYS) LS HS <strong>SNOWBOARD</strong>ER’S PACK (6 DAYS) LS HS <strong>SKI</strong>/BOARD EQUIPMENT (6 DAYS) ADULT YOUTH* CHILD* <strong>SKI</strong>/BOARD TUITION<br />

Adult (born 01/01/51 - 31/12/89 ) ............. £176 £193<br />

Youth (born 01/01/90 - 31/12/94 ) ............ £138 £138<br />

Child (born 01/01/95 - 31/12/01) .............. £108 £108<br />

Senior (born before 31/12/50) ................... £163 £163<br />

HS-19Dec-08Jan,30Jan-9Apr.LS-Allotherdates.Lift<br />

pass covers Obergurgl, Hochgurgl, Untergurl and one day<br />

skiing in Sölden - free shuttle bus included. Free lift pass for<br />

Adult - Complete Beginner†† ..................... £419 £441<br />

Adult - Intermediate ................................... £429 £451<br />

Ski Pack Ages: Adult = (born 01/01/51 - 31/12/89 ).<br />

Includes: 6 days x 4hrs tuitiion, 6 days lift pass & 6 days<br />

standard ski & boot hire. HS - 19 Dec - 08 Jan, 30 Jan - 9<br />

Apr. LS - All other dates. Includes handsfree keycard.<br />

Adult - Complete Beginner†† ..................... £416 £443<br />

Adult - Intermediate ................................... £426 £453<br />

Snowboard Pack Ages: Adult = (born 01/01/51 - 31/12/89 ).<br />

Includes: 3 days x 4hrs tuition, 6 days lift pass & 6 days<br />

standard snowboard & boot hire. HS - 19 Dec - 08 Jan, 30<br />

Jan - 9 Apr. LS - All other dates. Includes handsfree keycard.<br />

Skis & boots standard ...................... £91<br />

Skis & boots superior ....................... £117<br />

Skis only standard ............................ £69<br />

Skis only superior ............................. £87<br />

Snowboard & boots standard ......... £120<br />

Snowboard only standard ............... £87<br />

Helmet** ......................................... -<br />

£72<br />

-<br />

£56<br />

-<br />

£91<br />

£69<br />

-<br />

£50<br />

-<br />

£38<br />

-<br />

-<br />

-<br />

FREE<br />

Adult ski school (6x4hrs) ............................................ £171<br />

Child ski school (6x4hrs) ............................................. £171<br />

Snowboard school (3x4hrs) ........................................ £141<br />

Child ski school = 4-14yrs. Snowboard school = 8yrs+.<br />

SPECIAL OFFER: Pre-book 2 adults ski hire and<br />

receive 1 free child (4-8yrs) ski hire.<br />

children born after 01/01/2002. Includes handsfree keycard.<br />

*Child skis & boots = 4-8yrs, *Youth skis & boots = 9-14yrs,<br />

*Youth board & boots = 8-14yrs.<br />

**Child equipment hire includes helmet hire.<br />

SPECIAL OFFER: Ski/board rental includes slopeside<br />

storage.<br />

OBERGURGL & HOCHGURGL<br />

<strong>SKI</strong> PACK<br />

Hochgurgl are just a stone’s<br />

throw from the lifts and slopes.<br />

Gentle beginner slopes close to<br />

the centre means it’s a great<br />

place for first timers and the<br />

Top Express gondola links<br />

Hochgurgl’s and Obergurgl’s<br />

110km ski area for<br />

ALPINA JUNIOR SUITES (2-4<br />

PEOPLE): Alpina junior suites (37m 2 )<br />

with Austrian twin beds, double sofa<br />

bed in lounge area, bath and<br />

balcony. Larger junior suites (45m 2 )<br />

with separate wc at a supplement.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board. Hot and<br />

cold buffet breakfast and six-course<br />

gourmet dinner inc. a choice of<br />

main, salad & cheese buffet. Weekly<br />

speciality dinner. Christmas and<br />

New Year Gala dinners included<br />

(jacket and tie required).<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★★ Superior<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 38<br />

Please note: we grade Sonnberg<br />

rooms & suites as •••• and Alpina<br />

Junior Suites as ••••+<br />

PROPERTY CODE: W21H22<br />

Neilson Rating<br />

••••+/••••<br />

<strong>SKI</strong> TO YOUR DOOR<br />

INDOOR POOL<br />

WELLNESS AREA<br />

GOOD FOR FAMILIES<br />

CHILDREN’S CLUB<br />

FAMILY ROOMS<br />

IMPORTANT: †† Complete beginner = Ability Level 0, Intermediate = Ability Level 1-4. Ability levels must be stated at the time of booking - see page 13 for details. Special Offers may be withdrawn at any time. Prices are in £s and are approximate - please see reservation system, our website or call us for more details.<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk/obergurglhochgurgl call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

intermediates wanting to clock<br />

up some mileage. For quick<br />

access to the slopes and<br />

relaxed evenings in enjoying<br />

your hotel’s facilities,<br />

Hochgurgl is the right choice.<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free use of indoor pool<br />

& wellness area<br />

Daily free après ski cake<br />

buffet 3-5pm<br />

Free sparkling wine with<br />

Sunday breakfast<br />

Free use of hotel shuttle<br />

bus service


<strong>SKI</strong> LEADING • GLACIER RESORT • LIVELY NIGHTLIFE • GOOD FOR FAMILIES •<br />

SELF DRIVE<br />

ACTIVITIES<br />

• Tobogganing<br />

• Skidooing<br />

• Ice Skating<br />

• Sleigh Rides<br />

• Curling<br />

• Swimming Pool<br />

• Wellness Centre<br />

• Tennis<br />

• Squash<br />

• Paragliding<br />

ACCELERATE OFF ON A <strong>SKI</strong>DOO<br />

Snowmobiling on snowy paths across<br />

the mountains is hugely enjoyable and<br />

a winter activity you won’t forget.<br />

WHITE LOUNGE IGLOO BAR<br />

Located on the Ahorn mountain, the<br />

White Lounge is an ice bar and ice<br />

hotel, and home to après ski parties<br />

every week with live DJs and ice-cold<br />

cocktails.<br />

RIDE THE PARK WITH THE PROS<br />

Mayrhofen has a fantastic fun park with<br />

various jumps, rails and a 130m halfpipe.<br />

<strong>The</strong> many pros who train here are<br />

testament to the quality of this park.<br />

476m<br />

Kl.Kaserer<br />

3093m<br />

Filzenkogl<br />

2228m<br />

Hornspitze<br />

2648m Wandspitze<br />

Torwand<br />

2755m<br />

2<br />

rner<br />

60m<br />

2<br />

Frauenwand<br />

Tuxer-Joch Hütte<br />

2313m<br />

4<br />

6<br />

Sommerbergalm<br />

2614m<br />

Grüblspitz<br />

2394m<br />

er Zillertaler<br />

er Gletscherbahnen<br />

8m 1500-3260m<br />

enturm<br />

63m<br />

pitze<br />

m<br />

2100m<br />

Bichlalm<br />

Hintertu x<br />

1975m<br />

1500m<br />

Madseit Eggalm<br />

Grünberg<br />

2884m<br />

Kreuzjoch<br />

Tristner<br />

2178m<br />

2765m<br />

Filzenalm<br />

8<br />

Set in the stunning, steep-sided<br />

Zillertal Valley, Mayrhofen has a welldeserved<br />

reputation among British<br />

skiers and boarders. Its ski area is<br />

situated on two separate plateaux,<br />

the Penken and the Ahorn, yet there<br />

is a whole lot more to the Super<br />

Zillertal area than this. A free ski bus<br />

service connects a vast 625km area of<br />

runs encompassing the resorts of Zell<br />

am Ziller, Gerlos, Köningsleiten and<br />

the snowsure Hintertux glacier. For<br />

freestyle skiers and boarders it offers<br />

the second largest terrain park in<br />

Europe.<br />

2<br />

Ahorn<br />

Lanersbach<br />

1300m<br />

Brandberg<br />

Beil<br />

2239m<br />

2<br />

Finkenberg<br />

840m<br />

Torspitze<br />

2663m<br />

2<br />

2<br />

6<br />

Penken<br />

630-2095m<br />

MAYRHOFEN<br />

630m<br />

MAYRHOFEN – AUSTRIA<br />

<strong>The</strong> large, traditional-looking resort<br />

centre offers excellent shopping and<br />

a great choice of cafés and<br />

restaurants for every taste and<br />

budget.<br />

Numerous bars, pubs, clubs and a<br />

casino become popular meeting<br />

places in the evenings as the centre<br />

livens up but can be easily avoided if<br />

you’re after a relaxing, peaceful<br />

holiday. <strong>The</strong>re are plenty of indoor<br />

and outdoor non-ski activities making<br />

Mayrhofen equally enjoyable for any<br />

non-skiers. It’s the extent and variety<br />

of terrain that makes this resort<br />

suitable for all abilities, as highly<br />

regarded by couples as it is by<br />

groups.<br />

Rastkogel<br />

Grauer Spitz 2761m<br />

2557m<br />

Wanglspitz<br />

2420m<br />

4<br />

3<br />

6<br />

6<br />

4<br />

8<br />

LIFT PASS & TUITION<br />

PRICE PROMISE<br />

See page 371<br />

Horbergtal 2250m<br />

8<br />

4<br />

6<br />

6<br />

6<br />

Schafskopf<br />

Gerentberg<br />

1930m<br />

Schwendau<br />

“<strong>The</strong> extent and<br />

variety of terrain<br />

makes this resort<br />

suitable for all<br />

abilities, as highly<br />

regarded by families<br />

and couples as it is<br />

by groups.”<br />

BEGINNERS<br />

INTERMEDIATES<br />

ADVANCED<br />

OFF-PISTE<br />

NON <strong>SKI</strong>ERS<br />

FAMILIES<br />

NIGHTLIFE<br />

MOUNTAIN<br />

Skiing Altitude 630m–2500m<br />

Resort Altitude 630m<br />

Pistes 157km<br />

Number of Runs 109<br />

27% 59% 14%<br />

Number of lifts 44<br />

Drags 21 / Chairs 17 / Gondolas 6<br />

Longest Run 5.5km<br />

Direction of Slopes N,S,W<br />

Terrain Parks yes<br />

Half Pipe yes<br />

Cross Country Trails 20km<br />

Night Skiing no<br />

Mountain Restaurants 28<br />

Snowmaking 40% runs covered<br />

Resort Ski Bus yes<br />

Linked Resorts Hintertux,<br />

Zillertal Arena (by bus/train)<br />

FAMILY<br />

Fair Excellent<br />

Babycare 3-23m<br />

Crèche 2-7yrs<br />

Ski Kindergarten 3-5yrs<br />

See page 373 or<br />

neilson.co.uk/childcare for more info.<br />

TRAVEL<br />

Departure Airports<br />

Gatwick, Manchester<br />

Destination Airport Innsbruck<br />

Season 19 Dec- 4 Apr<br />

Departure Day Saturday<br />

Flight Guide see page 384<br />

Transfer Time 1hr 20mins<br />

Private taxi transfers available -<br />

please call us for details<br />

Self Drive See page 368<br />

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232<br />

AUSTRIA – MAYRHOFEN<br />

STRASS HOTELS<br />

A modern complex in a central location next to the Penken gondola<br />

and close to resort amenities. Comprising two hotels (the Hotel Strass,<br />

and the Sporthotel Strass where the restaurant and leisure facilities are<br />

located) and the interconnecting Aparthotel Strass and Garni Strass.<br />

FACILITIES†: Lounge •Two<br />

restaurants •Four bars •Free<br />

entrance to soundproofed disco<br />

•Free use of indoor pools, gym,<br />

saunas, steam rooms & hot tub<br />

•Massage •Two squash courts<br />

•Table tennis •Pool table<br />

FOR FAMILIES: Children’s play area<br />

•Special menus •Baby minding<br />

APARTHOTEL STRASS ROOMS (2-3<br />

PEOPLE): Austrian twin rooms,<br />

some with extra bed, satellite TV,<br />

telephone, hairdryer, radio, bath or<br />

shower, wc and balcony, situated<br />

150m from the main hotel,<br />

connected by a glass walkway.<br />

SPORTHOTEL ROOMS (2-3<br />

PEOPLE): Austrian twin rooms,<br />

some with extra bed, bath, wc and<br />

balcony.<br />

HOTEL BERGHOF<br />

GARNI STRASS JUNIOR SUITES (2-<br />

3 PEOPLE): Spacious 32m2 junior<br />

suites which can take an extra bed,<br />

with bath and shower, wc and<br />

balcony, connected to the main<br />

building by a glass walkway.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board. Buffet<br />

breakfast with hot options and fourcourse<br />

evening meal. Speciality<br />

buffets twice weekly. Christmas &<br />

New Year’s Eve Gala dinner<br />

included.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★★/★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 160<br />

Please note: Strass Garni rooms are<br />

officially rated 3 star but we grade<br />

the Junior Suites as ••••.<br />

PROPERTY CODE: W15H02<br />

Situated at the bottom of the high street, the Berghof is a traditional<br />

Tyrolean style property offering a warm welcome and comfortable<br />

accommodation. <strong>The</strong> resort centre is 200m away, the Penkenbahn<br />

gondola is a 10 minute walk away and the ski bus stop 100m away.<br />

FACILITIES†: Bar with open fire<br />

•Lounge area •Two restaurants<br />

•Free use of sauna, steam room and<br />

hot tub •Free use of fitness room<br />

•Massage treatments •Squash court<br />

& two indoor tennis courts (free<br />

until 4pm) •Live music some nights<br />

FOR FAMILIES: Games room with<br />

pool table, table tennis & video<br />

games •Special menu<br />

ROOMS (2-3 PEOPLE): Austrian<br />

twin rooms (28m 2 ) which can take a<br />

possible extra bed/sofa bed with<br />

cable TV, telephone, safe and<br />

hairdryer, bath and wc, some with a<br />

balcony. Single rooms available on<br />

request at a supplement.<br />

HOTEL ROSE<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board. Buffet<br />

breakfast with hot options and fivecourse<br />

evening meal with starter<br />

buffet, soup, choice of main, salad<br />

and dessert buffet. Christmas &<br />

New Year’s Eve dinners included.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 80<br />

PROPERTY CODE: W15H23<br />

Enjoying a central location, the Rose is a friendly, family-run hotel,<br />

popular with British guests. <strong>The</strong> Penkenbahn gondola is 350m away<br />

and the ski bus stops directly outside. An ideal choice for comfortable<br />

accommodation within a stone’s throw of the vibrant resort centre.<br />

FACILITIES†: Lounge •Bar<br />

•Restaurant •Pizzeria •Free use of<br />

sauna, steam room, hot tub &<br />

fitness room •Massage •Table tennis<br />

•TV room •Internet.<br />

FOR FAMILIES: Early dinners<br />

ROOMS (2-3 PEOPLE): Situated in<br />

the newer wing, Austrian twin<br />

rooms which can take an extra bed,<br />

with cable TV, radio, hairdryer, safe,<br />

bath and wc, some with a balcony.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board. Buffet<br />

breakfast and five-course evening<br />

meal with choice of main and salad<br />

buffet. Christmas & New Year<br />

dinners included.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 48<br />

PROPERTY CODE: W15H11<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk/mayrhofen call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

Neilson Rating ••••<br />

CENTRAL LOCATION<br />

INDOOR POOL<br />

WELLNESS AREA<br />

GOOD FOR FAMILIES<br />

FAMILY ROOMS<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free use of indoor<br />

pools, saunas, steam<br />

room, hot tub and<br />

fitness room.<br />

Special Discount 2-5yrs:<br />

£250 HS; £150 LS<br />

Neilson Rating ••••<br />

WELLNESS AREA<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free use of sauna, steam<br />

room, hot tub & fitness<br />

room<br />

Free squash & tennis<br />

courts<br />

Neilson Rating ••••<br />

WELLNESS AREA<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free use of sauna, steam<br />

room, hot tub & fitness<br />

room.


Hotel Kramerwirt<br />

HOTEL KRAMERWIRT & ANNEXE<br />

MAYRHOFEN – AUSTRIA<br />

<strong>The</strong> Kramerwirt oozes charm and character and has a well-deserved<br />

reputation for comfort and cuisine. Its three star annexe building, the<br />

Altes Forsthaus, is situated directly opposite the hotel and offers an<br />

excellent value alternative. Both properties are in the heart of the resort,<br />

500m from the Penken gondola and next to the ski bus stop.<br />

FACILITIES†: (In Hotel Kramerwirt)<br />

Restaurant •Stüberl •Cocktail bar<br />

•Wellness area with sauna, spa<br />

baths, steam room & relaxation area<br />

(50% reduced entrance for guests)<br />

HOTEL ROOMS (2-3 PEOPLE):<br />

Austrian twin rooms, some which<br />

can take an extra bed, with satellite<br />

TV, radio, telephone, hairdryer, bath<br />

or shower and wc. Single rooms<br />

available on request at a<br />

supplement.<br />

ANNEXE ROOMS (2-4 PEOPLE):<br />

Austrian twin rooms, some with one<br />

or two extra beds, satellite TV, radio,<br />

telephone, hairdryer, bath or shower<br />

and wc.<br />

HOTEL ALTE POST<br />

Centrally located, close to the church with a great choice of bars,<br />

restaurants and cafés close by. <strong>The</strong> Penken gondola is 500m away. This<br />

comfortable property offers value for money and a great location<br />

making it a superb choice for groups.<br />

FACILITIES†: Lounge •Breakfast<br />

room •Bar •In-house ski hire shop<br />

ROOMS (2-4 PEOPLE): Simple<br />

Austrian twin and double rooms,<br />

some with an extra one or two beds,<br />

all with satellite TV, shower and wc.<br />

Two rooms sleeping four people<br />

with two separate Austrian twin<br />

rooms sharing a shower room and<br />

wc.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Bed & Breakfast.<br />

Continental buffet breakfast. Half<br />

Board option (three-course evening<br />

meal taken at the four star Hotel<br />

Kramerwirt opposite the hotel)<br />

available at a supplement.<br />

PENSION VIER JAHRESZEITEN<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 25<br />

PROPERTY CODE: W15H28<br />

This cosy, well-maintained pension enjoys a quiet location tucked away<br />

from the main street, 200m from the resort centre and Penken gondola.<br />

A great value property in a convenient location.<br />

FACILITIES†: Breakfast room •TV<br />

room •Ski storage<br />

ROOMS (2-3 PEOPLE): French<br />

double rooms with TV, shower and<br />

wc. Austrian twin rooms, one with<br />

an extra bed, shower, wc and<br />

balcony. Single rooms at no<br />

supplement.<br />

ROOMS (4 PEOPLE): Two Austrian<br />

twin rooms each with balcony, share<br />

a shower room (situated within one<br />

of the rooms), with a private wc<br />

along the corridor.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Bed & Breakfast.<br />

Continental breakfast. Half Board<br />

option available at a supplement<br />

(evening meal taken at the 3 star<br />

Hotel Brücke 100m away).<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board. (Hotel)<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★★ (Hotel)<br />

★★★ (Annexe)<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 75 (Hotel) /<br />

12 (Annexe)<br />

Please note: we grade Hotel<br />

Kramerwirt ●●●● and the Annexe<br />

●●●<br />

PROPERTY CODE: W15H14<br />

ANNEXE CODE: W15H16/HS6<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 12<br />

PROPERTY CODE: W15P01<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk/mayrhofen call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

Neilson Rating<br />

••••/•••<br />

CENTRAL LOCATION<br />

WELLNESS AREA<br />

GOOD FOR GROUPS<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Weekly gala dinner with<br />

free welcome drink<br />

Free après ski cakes<br />

once a week<br />

Neilson Rating •••<br />

CENTRAL LOCATION<br />

GOOD FOR GROUPS<br />

FOUR OR MORE<br />

VALUE<br />

No frills accommodation at a cheaper price<br />

– where it's the skiing that really counts!<br />

Neilson Rating ••<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Single room at no<br />

supplement.<br />

VALUE<br />

No frills accommodation at a cheaper price<br />

– where it's the skiing that really counts!<br />

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234<br />

AUSTRIA – MAYRHOFEN<br />

HOTEL ZILLERTALERHOF<br />

A traditional Austrian hotel centrally located 500m from the Penken<br />

gondola. Furnished to a high standard and offering great facilities<br />

including a wellness area, the Zillertalerhof is perfect for après relaxation<br />

at the end of the day.<br />

FACILITIES†: Small lounge •Bar<br />

•Restaurant •Free use of indoor and<br />

outdoor pool •Free use of four<br />

saunas, steam room & spa bath<br />

•Massage & beauty treatments<br />

ROOMS (2-3 PEOPLE): Austrian<br />

twin rooms (27m 2 ), which can take<br />

an extra bed for a child only, with<br />

cable TV, telephone, safe, hairdryer,<br />

bath or shower and wc. Single<br />

rooms on request and at a<br />

supplement.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board. Hot and<br />

cold buffet breakfast and five-course<br />

evening meal with a choice of main<br />

and salad buffet. Weekly Gala<br />

dinner. Christmas and New Year<br />

meals included.<br />

HOTEL ST GEORG<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 45<br />

PROPERTY CODE: W15H08<br />

This typically Tyrolean style hotel offers a high standard<br />

accommodation, great facilities and excellent cuisine. Conveniently<br />

situated within walking distance of the resort centre and its many bars<br />

and restaurants, and 400m from the Penken gondola.<br />

FACILITIES†: Lounge with open fire<br />

•Restaurant •Bar •Free use of indoor<br />

pool •Free use of sauna, steam room<br />

& relaxation area •Massage<br />

treatments<br />

ROOMS (2-3 PEOPLE): Austrian<br />

twin rooms, which can take an extra<br />

bed (child only), with cable TV,<br />

telephone, safe, bath or shower and<br />

wc, and balcony. Single rooms<br />

available on request and at a<br />

supplement.<br />

HOTEL KRISTALL<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board. Hot and<br />

cold buffet breakfast and five-course<br />

evening meal inc. a choice of main<br />

and salad buffet. Christmas and<br />

New Year meals included.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 35<br />

PROPERTY CODE: W15H04<br />

Located 200m from the resort centre and 400m from the Penken<br />

gondola, the Kristall provides comfortable accommodation, a friendly,<br />

informal atmosphere and has a reputation for good cuisine. <strong>The</strong> ski bus<br />

stops 50km away.<br />

FACILITIES†: Lounge •Bar •Two<br />

restaurants •Café •Reception •Free<br />

use of sauna and relax area<br />

ROOMS (2-3 PEOPLE): Refurbished<br />

Austrian twin rooms, which can take<br />

an extra bed with cable TV, radio,<br />

telephone, bath or shower, wc and<br />

some have a balcony. Single rooms<br />

available on request at a<br />

supplement.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board. Buffet<br />

breakfast and four-course evening<br />

meal with a choice of main and<br />

salad buffet. Christmas & New Year<br />

meals included.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 32<br />

PROPERTY CODE: W15H24<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk/mayrhofen call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

Neilson Rating ••••<br />

CENTRAL LOCATION<br />

INDOOR POOL<br />

OUTDOOR POOL<br />

WELLNESS AREA<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free use of indoor and<br />

outdoor pool<br />

Free use of four saunas,<br />

steam room & spa bath<br />

Neilson Rating ••••<br />

INDOOR POOL<br />

WELLNESS AREA<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free use of indoor pool<br />

Free use of sauna &<br />

steam room<br />

Neilson Rating •••+<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free use of saunas,<br />

steam room and<br />

relaxation area


HOTEL BRÜCKE<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk/mayrhofen call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

MAYRHOFEN – AUSTRIA<br />

Situated at the top of the high street, 200m from the resort centre, next<br />

to the Ahorn gondola and 100m from the Penken gondola. This<br />

traditionally-styled hotel with wooden interior décor is renowned for its<br />

cuisine. A great location for couples and groups wanting a convenient<br />

base.<br />

FACILITIES†: Lounge/bar<br />

•Restaurant •À la carte restaurant<br />

•Après-ski bar •Free use of sauna &<br />

steam room •Free entry to nightclub<br />

adjacent<br />

ROOMS (2-3 PEOPLE): Austrian<br />

twin rooms with cable TV, bath or<br />

shower and wc, some with a<br />

balcony. Rooms taking a possible<br />

extra bed/sofa bed available on<br />

request. Single rooms available on<br />

request at a supplement.<br />

HOTEL OBERMAIR<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board. Buffet<br />

breakfast and three-course evening<br />

meal with a choice of main and<br />

salad buffet. Christmas & New Year<br />

meals included.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 60<br />

PROPERTY CODE: W15H00<br />

A comfortable, family-run hotel situated in a quiet location, 100m from<br />

the resort centre. <strong>The</strong> free ski bus stops 50m away serving the Penken<br />

gondola 800m away. A traditional property, full of character and<br />

offering friendly Austrian hospitality.<br />

FACILITIES†: Breakfast room •Bar<br />

area •Free use of small pool, sauna<br />

and steam room<br />

ROOMS (2-4 PEOPLE): Austrian<br />

twin or double rooms, some which<br />

can take an extra bed, satellite TV,<br />

radio, telephone, safe, shower and<br />

wc, most with a balcony. Larger<br />

room with two extra beds at a<br />

supplement.<br />

MAYRHOFEN GUESTHOUSES<br />

BOARD BASIS: Bed & Breakfast.<br />

Continental style buffet breakfast.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 30<br />

PROPERTY CODE: W15H21<br />

Offering great value accommodation, these private guesthouses or<br />

pensions are family-run. Dotted around Mayrhofen resort, within 800m<br />

of the village centre and close to the resort ski bus service, they offer<br />

relatively simple accommodation private bathrooms and a continental<br />

style breakfast. <strong>The</strong> name of your guesthouse will be advised to you on<br />

arrival. As these pensions have very few rooms, it may be that bookings<br />

of more than two rooms cannot be accommodated in the same house.<br />

FACILITIES†: Breakfast room<br />

ROOMS (2-3 PEOPLE): Austrian<br />

twin rooms, some which can take an<br />

extra bed/sofa bed with shower and<br />

wc. Single rooms on request at a<br />

supplement.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Bed & Breakfast.<br />

Half Board option available at a<br />

supplement.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★<br />

PROPERTY CODE: W15G02<br />

Neilson Rating •••<br />

CENTRAL LOCATION<br />

GOOD FOR GROUPS<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Recently refurbished<br />

public areas<br />

Neilson Rating •••<br />

INDOOR POOL<br />

FOUR OR MORE<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free use of small indoor<br />

pool, sauna & steam<br />

room<br />

Special discount: 2-5yrs:<br />

£250 HS; £150 LS<br />

VALUE<br />

No frills accommodation at a cheaper price<br />

– where it's the skiing that really counts!<br />

Neilson Rating ••<br />

VALUE<br />

No frills accommodation at a cheaper price<br />

– where it's the skiing that really counts!<br />

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AUSTRIA – MAYRHOFEN<br />

Basic Holiday Prices in £s per adult from<br />

the amounts shown.<br />

Strass Hotels<br />

19 Dec- 26 Dec- 02 Jan- 23 Jan- 06 Feb- 13 Feb- 20 Feb- 06 Mar- 20 Mar- 27 Mar- 03 Apr-<br />

Nts 25 Dec 01 Jan 22 Jan 05 Feb 12 Feb 19 Feb 05 Mar 19 Mar 26 Mar 02 Apr 09 Apr<br />

Supplements in £s per person per night from:<br />

(Unless otherwise stated)<br />

A handpicked selection of hotels<br />

offering first class spa facilities<br />

W15H02 Half Board Aparthotel Strass Room 2/3 7 779 999 605 625 709 1069 729 639 599 665 749<br />

Aparthotel Strass Room 2/3: Sole use of twin £56, 3rd &<br />

4th Adult redn. £5<br />

25%<br />

Sporthotel Room 2/3 7 835 1065 669 689 765 1125 785 705 635 699 785<br />

Sporthotel Room 2/3: 3rd & 4th Adult redn. £5<br />

Garni Strass Suite 2/3 7 889 1085 689 709 765 1129 785 725 665 729 815<br />

Garni Strass Suite 2/3: 3rd & 4th Adult redn. £5<br />

Hotel Berghof<br />

W15H23 Half Board Room 2/3 7 729 949 569 589 649 1009 659 599 599 645 729<br />

Room 2/3: Single room £10, Sole use of twin £52, 3rd & 4th<br />

Adult redn. £4<br />

35%<br />

Hotel Rose<br />

W15H11 Half Board Room 2/3 7 715 1049 539 559 689 1049 709 579 579 635 719<br />

Room 2/3: Sole use of twin £49, 3rd & 4th Adult redn. £4<br />

35%<br />

Hotel Kramerwirt<br />

W15H14 Half Board Room 2/3 7 779 1079 629 655 719 1079 739 659 659 705 789<br />

Room 2/3: Single room £11, Sole use of twin £61, 3rd & 4th<br />

Adult redn. £5<br />

35%<br />

Kramerwirt Annexe<br />

W15H16/HS6 Half Board Annexe Room 2/4 7 659 945 525 555 585 945 605 569 569 619 705<br />

Annexe Room 2/4: Sole use of twin £47, 3rd & 4th Adult<br />

redn. £5<br />

35%<br />

Hotel Alte Post<br />

W15H28 Bed & Breakfast Room 2/4 7 545 765 369 409 445 875 465 459 429 509 605<br />

Room 2/4: Half Board £14, Sole use of twin £25<br />

25%<br />

Pension Vier Jahreszeiten<br />

W15P01 Bed & Breakfast Room 2/4 7 519 729 349 389 419 839 439 435 409 485 575<br />

Room 2/4: Half Board £14, Single room £Nil, Sole use of twin<br />

£23<br />

25%<br />

Hotel Zillertalerhof<br />

W15H08 Half Board Room 2/3 7 1189 1429 649 669 769 1139 779 689 689 755 839<br />

Room 2/3: Single room £12, Sole use of twin £65<br />

25%<br />

Hotel St Georg<br />

Room 2/3: Single room £22, Sole use of twin £74<br />

W15H04 Half Board Room 2/3 7 939 1329 655 679 809 1169 819 689 689 749 839<br />

25%<br />

Hotel Kristall<br />

W15H24 Half Board Room 2/3 7 669 949 529 559 599 969 609 579 569 625 709<br />

Room 2/3: Single room £12, Sole use of twin £48, 3rd & 4th<br />

Adult redn. £4<br />

25%<br />

Hotel Brücke<br />

W15H00 Half Board Room 2/3 7 719 979 559 589 649 1019 655 639 629 695 779<br />

Room 2/3: Single room £10, Sole use of twin £54, 3rd & 4th<br />

Adult redn. £4<br />

25%<br />

Hotel Obermair<br />

W15H21 Bed & Breakfast Room 2/3 7 509 779 399 445 485 889 439 429 419 565 655<br />

Room 2/3: Sole use of twin £32, Larger room £7, 3rd & 4th<br />

Adult redn. £5<br />

35%<br />

Mayrhofen Guesthouses<br />

W15G02 Bed & Breakfast Room 2/3 7 515 725 389 429 439 809 459 435 429 479 569<br />

Room 2/3: Half Board £14, Single room £9, Sole use of twin<br />

£28, 3rd & 4th Adult redn. £2<br />

25%<br />

Manni’s Sporthotel<br />

W15H20 Half Board Room 2 7 989 1349 795 825 869 1219 879 799 799 865 939<br />

Room 2: Sole use of twin £89<br />

25%<br />

Prices are a guide only & will be confirmed on enquiry. Adult prices in £ sterling start from the amounts shown & apply to selected flight departures between each date range based on current charges & costs. Prices may go up or down & supplements (e.g. flight &/or fuel), or reductions may apply. Supplements ‘from’ are based on low season dates. For full details on how to price your holiday, charges,<br />

supplements & surcharges see ‘Your Holiday Price’ page 368. For important Holiday Information & Booking Conditions see pages 368 - 385. †Some facilities may incur a local charge. LOW 02-29Jan,13Mar-02Apr.MID 19-25Dec,30Jan-12Feb,20Feb-12Mar,03-17Apr.HIGH 26 Dec - 01 Jan, 13 - 19 Feb. NS236a<br />

LIFT PASS (6 DAYS)<br />

Adult (born before 31/12/90) ..................................... £163<br />

Youth (born 01/01/91 - 31/12/94) ............................. £131<br />

Child (born 01/01/95 - 31/12/03) .............................. £78<br />

Lift pass covers the whole Ziller Valley including the resorts of<br />

Zell am Ziller, Gerlos, Finkenberg, Fügen, Hippach,<br />

Kaltenbach, Mayrhofen, Stumm, Königsleiten & Hintertux<br />

glacier. Free lift pass for children born after 01/01/2004, only<br />

when skiiing with parents. Includes handsfree keycard.<br />

<strong>SKI</strong>ER’S PACK (6 DAYS)<br />

Adult - Complete Beginner†† ...................................... £319<br />

Adult - Intermediate .................................................... £329<br />

Child - Complete Beginner†† ...................................... £225<br />

Child - Intermediate .................................................... £235<br />

Ski Pack Ages: Adult = (born before 31/12/90), Child =<br />

(born 01/01/96 - 31/12/03) Includes: 6 days x 4hrs tuition, 6<br />

days lift pass & 6 days standard ski & boot hire. Includes<br />

handsfree keycard<br />

MANNI'S SPORTHOTEL<br />

A very comfortable hotel, furnished to a high standard in an elegant<br />

country house style. Centrally situated on the main high street of<br />

Mayrhofen, with a good choice of shops, restaurants and bars within<br />

metres of the hotel. <strong>The</strong> Penken gondola is 150m away and the free ski<br />

bus stops just opposite the hotel.<br />

FACILITIES†: Two bars •Lounge<br />

•Dining room •Pizzeria •À la carte<br />

restaurant •Room service •Ski rental<br />

shop •Live music daily<br />

SPA FEATURES†: Free use of<br />

Panoramic ‘Oasis’ wellness centre on<br />

the top floor of the hotel including<br />

indoor pool/outdoor heated rooftop<br />

pool, sauna, steam room & fitness<br />

room •Spa bath & massage<br />

treatments.<br />

Important information about spa<br />

facilities – see page 375.<br />

ROOMS (2 PEOPLE): Spacious<br />

Austrian twin rooms with sitting<br />

area, flatscreen satellite TV, radio,<br />

<strong>SNOWBOARD</strong>ER’S PACK (6 DAYS)<br />

Adult - Complete Beginner†† ...................................... £343<br />

Adult - Intermediate .................................................... £353<br />

Snowboard Pack Ages: Adult = (born before 31/12/90)<br />

Includes: 6 days x 2hrs tuition, 6 days lift pass & 6 days<br />

standard snowboard & boot hire. HS - 19 Dec - 19 Mar. LS -<br />

All other dates. Includes handsfree keycard<br />

MAYRHOFEN <strong>SKI</strong> PACK<br />

telephone, hairdryer, minibar,<br />

internet access, safe, bathrobes,<br />

slippers and balcony, bath or shower<br />

and wc.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board. Buffet<br />

breakfast with hot options. Fivecourse<br />

evening meal with a choice<br />

of main, salad and cheese buffet.<br />

Christmas & New Year gala meals<br />

included.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 48<br />

PROPERTY CODE: W15H20<br />

<strong>SKI</strong>/BOARD EQUIPMENT (6 DAYS) ADULT YOUTH* CHILD*<br />

Skis & boots standard ...................... £64 £55 £50<br />

Skis & boots superior ....................... £91 - -<br />

Skis only standard ............................ £59 £59 -<br />

Skis only superior ............................. £86 - -<br />

Snowboard & boots standard ......... £93 £93 -<br />

Snowboard only standard ............... £73 £73 -<br />

Helmet** .......................................... - - FREE<br />

*Child skis & boots = 80-110cm (average 3-6yrs), *Youth<br />

skis & boots = 110-150cm (average 7-15yrs), *Youth board<br />

& boots = 8-15yrs. **Child equipment hire includes helmet<br />

hire.<br />

Neilson Rating ••••<br />

CENTRAL LOCATION<br />

INDOOR POOL<br />

OUTDOOR POOL<br />

WELLNESS AREA<br />

Child %<br />

discount<br />

<strong>SKI</strong>/BOARD TUITION<br />

Adult ski school (6x4hrs) ............................................ £114<br />

Child ski school (6x4hrs) ............................................. £114<br />

Snowboard school (6x2hrs) ........................................ £114<br />

Snowboard school (3x2hrs) ........................................ £79<br />

Child ski school = 3-14yrs. Snowboard school = 8yrs+.<br />

IMPORTANT: †† Complete beginner = Ability Level 0, Intermediate = Ability Level 1-4. Ability levels must be stated at the time of booking - see page 13 for details. Special Offers may be withdrawn at any time. Prices are in £s and are approximate - please see reservation system, our website or call us for more details.<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk/mayrhofen call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free use of indoor &<br />

outdoor pools<br />

Free use of wellness<br />

centre with sauna,<br />

steam room & spa bath


FREE CHILD LIFT PASS OFFER • <strong>SKI</strong> LEADING • FAMILY RESORT •<br />

LEARN TO TURN RESORT • QUIET NIGHTLIFE • SELF DRIVE<br />

ACTIVITIES<br />

• Tobogganing<br />

• Sleigh Rides<br />

• Paragliding<br />

• Bowling<br />

• Scenic Walks<br />

• Salzburg and Innsbruck<br />

Excursions<br />

• Tree Top High Rope Course<br />

SLEDGING ON THE HOME<br />

RUN<br />

<strong>The</strong> toboggan run on the<br />

Schatzberg is 5km long,<br />

starting at the middle station<br />

and ending up in the village,<br />

guaranteeing thrills and<br />

laughter for all ages.<br />

DAYS OUT TO SALZBURG<br />

<strong>The</strong> beautiful city of Salzburg<br />

stands in a breathtaking setting<br />

on the banks of the River<br />

Salzach. <strong>The</strong> magnificent<br />

Baroque architecture in the old<br />

town is so impressive it is a<br />

protected UNESCO World<br />

Cultural Heritage Site.<br />

TREE TOP HIGH ROPE COURSE<br />

This new tree top course in Oberau is<br />

set among beautiful alpine scenery,<br />

high among the trees at heights of 14-<br />

21m. <strong>The</strong> course demands selfconfidence<br />

and team spirit to<br />

successfully traverse 17 course<br />

challenges.<br />

Niederau and Oberau are small,<br />

picturesque villages situated in one of<br />

the Tyrol’s prettiest valleys. Wide,<br />

nursery slopes in the village centres<br />

and first-class ski instruction make<br />

them perfect for beginners. <strong>The</strong> ski<br />

school continually receives excellent<br />

feedback for its professional, friendly<br />

service, and its awards evening at the<br />

end of the week with live music from<br />

the ski instructors’ band is not to be<br />

missed. <strong>The</strong> compact village centres<br />

close to the slopes, the gentle, rolling<br />

runs and the specialist children’s ski<br />

instruction make them a great<br />

NIEDERAU & OBERAU – AUSTRIA<br />

LIFT PASS & TUITION<br />

PRICE PROMISE<br />

See page 371<br />

destination for families too.<br />

Niederau’s rustic village centre has a<br />

handful of shops, a supermarket, plus<br />

several cafés and restaurants, while<br />

Oberau is smaller, centred around a<br />

pretty church. Evenings are relaxed<br />

and informal – these are not lively<br />

resorts but a few cosy stüberls and<br />

bars sometimes offer live music. We<br />

cannot recommend them highly<br />

enough for beginners and families.<br />

“Compact village<br />

centres close to the<br />

slopes, gentle runs<br />

and specialist<br />

children’s ski<br />

instruction make<br />

them a great<br />

destination for<br />

families.”<br />

BEGINNERS<br />

INTERMEDIATES<br />

ADVANCED<br />

OFF-PISTE<br />

NON <strong>SKI</strong>ERS<br />

FAMILIES<br />

NIGHTLIFE<br />

MOUNTAIN<br />

Skiing Altitude 830m–1905m<br />

Resort Altitude 830m<br />

Pistes 40km<br />

Number of Runs 43<br />

48% 40% 12%<br />

Number of lifts 26<br />

Drags 21 / Chairs 3 / Gondolas 2<br />

Longest Run 5km<br />

Direction of Slopes N/E<br />

Terrain Parks yes<br />

Half Pipe yes<br />

Cross Country Trails 30km<br />

Night Skiing no<br />

Mountain Restaurants 15<br />

Snowmaking 28% runs covered<br />

Resort Ski Bus yes<br />

FAMILY<br />

Babycare n/a<br />

Crèche 2-4 yrs (Niederau)<br />

n/a (Oberau)<br />

Ski Kindergarten<br />

3 1 /2 yrs-5yrs (Niederau)<br />

3yrs-5yrs (Oberau)<br />

See page 373 or<br />

neilson.co.uk/childcare for more info<br />

TRAVEL<br />

Fair Excellent<br />

Departure Airports Gatwick,<br />

Manchester<br />

Destination Airport Innsbruck<br />

Season 19 Dec-20 Mar<br />

Departure Day Saturday<br />

Flight Guide see page 384<br />

Transfer Time 1hrs 30mins<br />

Private Taxi Transfers Available -<br />

please call us for details<br />

Self Drive See page 368<br />

EXCLUSIVE OFFERS<br />

Pre-book 2 adult lift passes and receive 1<br />

free child lift pass<br />

Pre-book 2 adults ski/board hire and<br />

receive 1 free child ski hire (page 241)<br />

Ski/board rental inc. slopeside storage<br />

Beginner Skiers’ & Snowboarders’ Packs<br />

inc. free helmet hire<br />

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238<br />

AUSTRIA – NIEDERAU & OBERAU<br />

HOTEL SIMMERLWIRT (NIEDERAU)<br />

This friendly, family-run hotel is ideally located directly opposite the ski<br />

slopes and metres away from the ski school meeting point and gondola.<br />

Great facilities include a recently built outdoor pool and wellness area<br />

and a popular après-ski café. <strong>The</strong> ski bus stop for Oberau and Auffach is<br />

150m away.<br />

FACILITIES†: Lounge •Restaurant<br />

•Bar •Après-ski café •Free use of<br />

outdoor pool, sauna & steam room<br />

FOR FAMILIES: Games room •Baby<br />

monitors<br />

ROOMS (2-4 PEOPLE): Austrian<br />

twin rooms which can take an extra<br />

one or two beds with telephone,<br />

satellite TV, bath or shower, wc and<br />

balcony. Single rooms without a<br />

balcony available on request at a<br />

supplement.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board.<br />

Continental buffet breakfast and<br />

four-course evening meal and salad<br />

buffet. Weekly farmer’s buffet.<br />

Christmas & New Year gala dinners<br />

included.<br />

HOTEL WASTLHOF (NIEDERAU)<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 40<br />

PROPERTY CODE: W16H09<br />

This friendly, family-run hotel offers a Tyrolean atmosphere and a<br />

fantastic wellness area. Conveniently loacted for skiing at the foot of the<br />

slopes 10m from the nearest lift. <strong>The</strong> village centre is a 5-10 minute<br />

walk away and the free ski bus stops 2-3 minutes away.<br />

FACILITIES†: Two restaurants •Bar<br />

•Lounge •Free use of indoor pool<br />

•Free use of wellness area with<br />

sauna, steam room, relaxation area<br />

with tea bar & fitness room<br />

•Massage & beauty treatments •Ski<br />

storage<br />

FOR FAMILIES: Children’s playroom<br />

(unsupervised)<br />

ROOMS (2-3 PEOPLE): Austrian<br />

twin bed, with possible extra bed or<br />

sofa bed, bath or shower and wc,<br />

hairdryer, satellite TV, telephone,<br />

radio, safe and balcony.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board. Buffet<br />

breakfast and four course evening<br />

meal with choice of main, starter<br />

HOTEL AUSTRIA (NIEDERAU)<br />

and salad buffet. À la carte menu<br />

available at a supplement (payable<br />

locally). Christmas & New Year<br />

meals included.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 50<br />

PROPERTY CODE: W16H13<br />

A friendly, family-run hotel with traditional Austrian décor. Situated in<br />

the village centre, close to the ski school and 50m from the nearest ski<br />

lift. <strong>The</strong> ski bus to Auffach stops outside and you can ski back to within<br />

50m of the hotel.<br />

FACILITIES†: Lobby with open fire<br />

•Reading room •À la carte<br />

restaurant •Bar •TV room •Free use<br />

of indoor pool •Free use of sauna &<br />

steam room twice weekly •Sport<br />

shop & ski hire shop<br />

ROOMS (2-3 PEOPLE): Austrian<br />

twin rooms, which can take an extra<br />

bed/sofa bed, with cable TV,<br />

telephone, internet access, hairdryer,<br />

bath or shower, wc and balcony.<br />

Slightly larger Austrian twin rooms<br />

which can take an extra bed<br />

available at a supplement. Single<br />

rooms available at a supplement.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board. Buffet<br />

breakfast and four-course evening<br />

meal with choice of main and salad<br />

buffet. Weekly Farmer’s buffet.<br />

Christmas & New Year meals<br />

included.<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 44<br />

PROPERTY CODE: W16H01<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk/niederauoberau call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

Neilson Rating •••+<br />

CENTRAL LOCATION<br />

OUTDOOR POOL<br />

WELLNESS AREA<br />

GOOD FOR FAMILIES<br />

FAMILY ROOMS<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free use of outdoor<br />

pool, sauna & steam<br />

room<br />

Special discount: 2-5yrs:<br />

£250 HS; £150 LS<br />

Neilson Rating ••••<br />

INDOOR POOL<br />

WELLNESS AREA<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free daily aprés-ski<br />

snacks 3.30-5pm<br />

Free soft drinks with<br />

dinner<br />

Special discount: 2-5yrs:<br />

£250 HS; £150 LS<br />

Neilson Rating •••+<br />

CENTRAL LOCATION<br />

INDOOR POOL<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free daily aprés-ski<br />

snacks 4-5pm<br />

Free use of indoor pool<br />

Free use of sauna &<br />

steam room twice a<br />

week


NIEDERAU & OBERAU – AUSTRIA<br />

HOTEL ALPENLAND (NIEDERAU)<br />

An attractive family-run hotel, situated at the foot of the nursery slopes<br />

and within a few metres of the gondola. Its sun terrace overlooks the<br />

nursery slopes and ski kindergarten, and is a popular place for lunch.<br />

FACILITIES†: Restaurant •Café<br />

•Après-ski bar with terrace •Free use<br />

of sauna & steam room three times<br />

a week •Free use of fitness room<br />

FOR FAMILIES: Children’s menu<br />

ROOMS (2-4 PEOPLE): Austrian<br />

twin rooms, some which can take an<br />

extra one or two beds, with TV,<br />

telephone, radio, bath or shower,<br />

wc and balcony. Single rooms with a<br />

shower available at a supplement.<br />

HOTEL TIROLERHOF (OBERAU)<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board. Buffet<br />

breakfast and three-course evening<br />

meal with a choice of main.<br />

Christmas & New Year meals<br />

included.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 29<br />

PROPERTY CODE: W16H00<br />

This family-friendly hotel offers a prime location next to the lifts, the<br />

nursery slopes and the ski school meeting place in Oberau. <strong>The</strong> ski bus<br />

to Niederau and Auffrach stops 100m away. As well as stunning<br />

mountain views, the hotel offers great facilities.<br />

FACILITIES†: Bar with weekly live<br />

music •Café •Library •Après-ski bar<br />

•À la carte restaurant •Free use of<br />

small indoor pool, sauna & steam<br />

room •Massage •Table tennis &<br />

table football<br />

FOR FAMILIES: Children’s play area<br />

•Baby minding •Baby listening<br />

•Early suppers •Special menus<br />

ROOMS (2-4 PEOPLE): Austrian<br />

twin rooms with possible one or two<br />

extra beds, satellite TV, telephone,<br />

hairdryer, bath or shower, wc and<br />

balcony. Single rooms with shower<br />

available at a supplement.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board. Buffet<br />

breakfast and three-course dinner<br />

with choice of main and salad<br />

buffet. Weekly Farmer’s buffet.<br />

Christmas & New Year gala dinners<br />

included.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 59<br />

PROPERTY CODE: WD8H00<br />

HOTEL HARFENWIRT & ANNEXES (NIEDERAU)<br />

This traditional, family-run hotel is situated on the piste directly<br />

opposite the Tennladen ski slopes and drag lift. A full refurbishment of<br />

the public areas and rooms, plus a new wellness area and indoor pool<br />

was completed for Winter 2008/09. <strong>The</strong> resort centre is 700m away<br />

and the ski bus stops outside.<br />

FACILITIES†: Lounge •Restaurant<br />

•Café •Bar •Free use of new indoor<br />

pool and new wellness area with<br />

sauna •Spa bath<br />

FOR FAMILIES: Special menus<br />

ROOMS (2-3 PEOPLE): Austrian<br />

twin rooms with possible sofa bed,<br />

cable TV, telephone, hairdryer, bath<br />

or shower, wc and balcony. Annexe<br />

rooms (some without a balcony)<br />

situated 150m from the hotel in one<br />

of two buildings available at a<br />

reduction. Single rooms with bath<br />

or shower and wc available at a<br />

supplement.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board. Buffet<br />

breakfast and three-course dinner<br />

with a choice of main taken in the<br />

main hotel. Christmas & New Year<br />

meals included.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 42<br />

PROPERTY CODE: W16H11<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk/niederauoberau call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

Neilson Rating •••+<br />

<strong>SKI</strong> TO YOUR DOOR<br />

CENTRAL LOCATION<br />

GOOD FOR FAMILIES<br />

FAMILY ROOMS<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free use of sauna and<br />

steam room 3 times a<br />

week<br />

Neilson Rating ••••<br />

<strong>SKI</strong> TO YOUR DOOR<br />

CENTRAL LOCATION<br />

INDOOR POOL<br />

WELLNESS AREA<br />

GOOD FOR FAMILIES<br />

FAMILY ROOMS<br />

Neilson Rating •••<br />

<strong>SKI</strong> TO YOUR DOOR<br />

INDOOR POOL<br />

WELLNESS AREA<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free use of recently<br />

built indoor pool &<br />

wellness area with<br />

sauna<br />

Special Discount 2-5yrs:<br />

£250 HS; £150 LS<br />

239


240<br />

AUSTRIA – NIEDERAU & OBERAU<br />

ALMDORF CABINS (NIEDERAU)<br />

An attractive group of wooden cabins, offering a warm, cosy base just<br />

400m from the resort centre, ski lifts and ski school. A great place<br />

offering the freedom of self catering for couples, families and groups<br />

alike.<br />

FACILITIES†: On-site bar/restaurant<br />

•Internet •Sauna & hot tub<br />

ACCOMMODATION: Each cabin<br />

has a living/dining area, satellite TV,<br />

radio, kitchenette with two-ring<br />

hob, microwave, fridge, kettle,<br />

coffee maker, shower, wc and<br />

terrace. Bed linen and towels<br />

included.<br />

CABINS (2-3 PEOPLE): (30m²)<br />

Austrian twin bedroom with extra<br />

bed in the living area<br />

HOTEL DIANE (NIEDERAU)<br />

<strong>The</strong> Hotel Diane has been a favourite with British guests for years. It is<br />

ideally situated just 200m from the village centre, nearest ski lifts and ski<br />

school meeting point. Offering comfortable accommodation and a<br />

welcoming atmosphere, this property is a great value choice.<br />

FACILITIES†: Lounge •Bar •TV &<br />

internet access<br />

ROOMS (2-3 PEOPLE): Austrian<br />

twin rooms, some with an extra<br />

bed, with shower and wc.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board. Buffet<br />

breakfast and three-course evening<br />

meal. Christmas and New Year<br />

meals included.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 28<br />

PROPERTY CODE: W16H28<br />

NIEDERAU GUESTHOUSES (NIEDERAU)<br />

Offering very good value accommodation, these private guesthouses<br />

(or pensions) are family run. We have chosen a selection of houses<br />

dotted around the Niederau area, where you will be offered a<br />

continental style breakfast and relatively simple accommodaton with<br />

private bath or shower and wc. <strong>The</strong> name of your guesthouse will be<br />

advised to you on arrival. As these pensions have very few rooms, it<br />

may be that bookings of more than two rooms cannot be<br />

accommodated in the same house. All guesthouses are conveniently<br />

located for ski bus services and within 1km of the resort centre.<br />

ROOMS (2-3 PEOPLE): Austrian<br />

twin rooms, some with an extra<br />

bed, with bath or shower and wc.<br />

Single room available at a<br />

supplement.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Bed & Breakfast.<br />

Continental Breakfast<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★<br />

PROPERTY CODE: W16G04<br />

NIEDERAU FOR BEGINNERS & FAMILIES<br />

BEGINNER PACKS FROM £198<br />

For years, Niederau has been a<br />

favourite for beginners thanks to its<br />

gentle slopes and reputable ski<br />

school. Our great value beginner<br />

packs make learning to ski or board<br />

easier on the pocket too. <strong>The</strong>y<br />

include a lift pass, equipment rental<br />

and group ski or snowboard lessons<br />

in one easy-to-book pack. We highly<br />

recommend you pre-book them as<br />

they are not available in resort – see<br />

pg 241 for details.<br />

CABINS (2-4 PEOPLE): (40m²)<br />

Austrian twin bedroom with a set of<br />

bunk beds in the living area<br />

CABINS (2-6 PEOPLE): (65m²)<br />

Austrian twin bedroom downstairs<br />

and spacious gallery area upstairs<br />

with two sets of Austrian twin beds<br />

BOARD BASIS: Self Catering.<br />

Breakfast & Half Board option at a<br />

supplement.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★<br />

PROPERTY CODE: W16A00<br />

TUITION FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY<br />

Our ski school runs a fantastic<br />

teaching programme for all ages.<br />

<strong>The</strong>re is a ski kindergarten for 3½-<br />

5yrs (potty trained) in a dedicated<br />

area equipped with a magic carpet<br />

lifts, obstacles and games. Child<br />

group lessons are also available from<br />

4yrs. Four hour sessions for ski<br />

kindergarten and group lessons can<br />

be pre-booked through us – see pg<br />

241 for details. Lunch with<br />

supervision can be booked locally.<br />

Our ski school also provides non-ski<br />

childcare for 2-4yrs. Prices range<br />

from €25 for 2 hours to €40 for 4<br />

hours. Places, along with lunch and<br />

supervision, can be booked locally.<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk/niederauoberau call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

Neilson Rating •••<br />

FREE CHILD PLACES<br />

Neilson Rating ••+<br />

VALUE<br />

No frills accommodation at a cheaper price<br />

– where it's the skiing that really counts!<br />

Neilson Rating ••<br />

VALUE<br />

No frills accommodation at a cheaper price<br />

– where it's the skiing that really counts!<br />

SPECIAL OFFERS<br />

1 free child lift pass when 2<br />

adults pre-book lift passes<br />

(available all season)<br />

1 free child ski and boot<br />

hire when 2 adults pre-book<br />

ski and boot hire (available<br />

2 Jan-12 Feb & 27 Feb-26<br />

Mar)<br />

Beginner Skier’s Packs and<br />

Beginner Snowboarder’s<br />

Packs include free helmet<br />

hire.


Basic Holiday Prices in £s per adult from<br />

the amounts shown.<br />

Hotel Simmerlwirt<br />

SPECIAL OFFER – PRE-BOOK 2 ADULT LIFT PASSES & RECEIVE 1 FREE CHILD LIFT PASS<br />

19 Dec- 26 Dec- 02 Jan- 23 Jan- 06 Feb- 13 Feb- 20 Feb- 06 Mar- 20 Mar-<br />

Nts 25 Dec 01 Jan 22 Jan 05 Feb 12 Feb 19 Feb 05 Mar 19 Mar 26 Mar<br />

Supplements in £s per person per night from:<br />

(Unless otherwise stated)<br />

W16H09 Half Board Room 2/4 7 619 929 465 515 555 855 509 509 509<br />

Room 2/4: Single room £7, Sole use of twin £42, 3rd & 4th<br />

Adult redn. - £3<br />

35%<br />

Hotel Wastlhof<br />

W16H13 Half Board Room 2/3 7 689 899 479 555 569 869 549 519 519<br />

Room 2/3: Sole use of twin £48, 3rd & 4th Adult redn. £4<br />

35%<br />

Hotel Austria<br />

W16H01 Half Board Room 2/3 7 609 859 485 525 575 869 509 529 529<br />

Room 2/3: Single room £6, Sole use of twin £43,<br />

Larger room £4, 3rd & 4th Adult redn. £7<br />

35%<br />

Hotel Alpenland<br />

W16H00 Half Board Room 2/4 7 605 929 465 499 555 855 489 509 509<br />

Room 2/4: Single room £7, Sole use of twin £34, 3rd & 4th<br />

Adult redn. £3<br />

45%<br />

Hotel Tirolerhof<br />

WD8H00 Half Board Room 2/4 7 635 895 465 515 559 879 489 505 505<br />

Room 2/4: Single room £6, Sole use of twin £38, 3rd & 4th<br />

Adult redn. £3<br />

35%<br />

Hotel Harfenwirt & Annexes<br />

W16H11 Half Board Room 2/3 7 589 909 455 489 539 839 479 499 499<br />

Room 2/3: Single room £9, Sole use of twin £38, Annexe<br />

roomredn.£4,3rd&4thAdultredn.£6<br />

35%<br />

Almdorf Cabins<br />

W16A00 Self Catering Cabin 2/3 7 419 709 305 339 369 719 359 359 345<br />

Cabin 2/3: Breakfast £8, Half Board £17, 2 share £8<br />

10%<br />

Cabin 2/4 7 399 675 295 325 349 685 339 345 335<br />

Cabin 2/4: Breakfast £8, Half Board £17, 3 share £5,<br />

2 share £15<br />

Cabin 2/6 7 405 649 305 335 355 659 345 355 345<br />

Cabin 2/6: Breakfast £8, Half Board £17, 5 share £3,<br />

4 share £8, 3 share £16, 2 share £32<br />

Hotel Diane<br />

W16H28 Half Board Room 2/3 7 529 825 409 439 479 779 429 449 449<br />

Room 2/3: Sole use of twin £29, 3rd & 4th Adult redn. £2<br />

25%<br />

Niederau Guesthouses<br />

W16G04 Bed & Breakfast Room 2/3 7 445 679 339 369 389 675 369 379 379<br />

Room 2/3: Single room £5, Sole use of twin £20, 3rd & 4th<br />

Adult redn. £2<br />

35%<br />

Hotel Sonnschein<br />

W16H10 Half Board Room 2 7 629 959 535 569 649 939 565 575 575<br />

Room 2: Single room £10, Larger room £3, 3rd & 4th Adult<br />

redn. £8<br />

35%<br />

Prices are a guide only & will be confirmed on enquiry. Adult prices in £ sterling start from the amounts shown & apply to selected flight departures between each date range based on current charges & costs. Prices may go up or down & supplements (e.g. flight &/or fuel), or reductions may apply. Supplements ‘from’ are based on low season dates. For full details on how to price your holiday, charges,<br />

supplements & surcharges see ‘Your Holiday Price’ page 368. For important Holiday Information & Booking Conditions see pages 368 - 385. †Some facilities may incur a local charge. LOW 02-29Jan,13Mar-02Apr.MID 19-25Dec,30Jan-12Feb,20Feb-12Mar,03-17Apr.HIGH 26 Dec - 01 Jan, 13 - 19 Feb. NS241a<br />

LIFT PASS (6 DAYS) LS HS<br />

Adult (born before 31/12/90) ..................... £120 £133<br />

Youth (born 01/01/91 - 31/12/93) ............. £96 £107<br />

Child (born 01/01/94 - 31/12/03) .............. £70 £77<br />

SPECIAL OFFER: Pre-book 2 adult lift passes and<br />

receive 1 free child lift pass.<br />

HS - 19 Dec - 19 Mar. LS - All other dates. Lift pass covers<br />

Niederau, Oberau and Auffach. Free lift pass for children born<br />

after 01/01/2004. Includes handsfree keycard.<br />

<strong>SKI</strong>ER’S PACK (6 DAYS) LS HS<br />

Adult - Complete Beginner†† ..................... £262 £274<br />

Adult - Intermediate ................................... £278 £290<br />

Child - Complete Beginner†† ...................... £198 £205<br />

Child - Intermediate .................................... £206 £213<br />

SPECIAL OFFER: Beginner skier’s packs include free<br />

helmet hire.<br />

Ski Pack Ages: Adult = (born before 31/12/90), Child =<br />

(born 01/01/99 - 31/12/03). Includes: Complete Beginner =<br />

6 days x 4hrs tuitiion, 5 days lift pass & 6 days standard ski &<br />

boot hire. Intermediate = 6 days x 4hrs tuition, 6 days lift<br />

pass & 6 days standard ski & boot hire. HS - 19 Dec - 19<br />

Mar. LS - All other dates. Includes handsfree keycard.<br />

NIEDERAU & OBERAU – AUSTRIA<br />

HOTEL SONNSCHEIN (NIEDERAU)<br />

In a beautiful location, just a five-minute walk from the resort centre,<br />

this hotel is superbly run by Gill and Herbert and offers a good standard<br />

of accommodation, a friendly atmosphere and great facilities. <strong>The</strong><br />

nearest ski lifts and ski school are within 400m of the hotel.<br />

FACILITIES†: Lounge with open fire<br />

•Conservatory •Bar •Two<br />

restaurants •Café •Free use of<br />

indoor pool (extended for Winter<br />

2008/09 •Free use of sauna and<br />

steam room (2hrs daily) and fitness<br />

room •Internet café •Reception<br />

FOR FAMILIES: Early suppers<br />

•Milk/food heating<br />

ROOMS (2-4 PEOPLE): Austrian<br />

twin rooms with telephone, radio,<br />

satellite TV, fridge, safe, bathrobes,<br />

hairdryer, kettle, bath or shower and<br />

wc. Rooms which can take an extra<br />

<strong>SNOWBOARD</strong>ER’S PACK (6 DAYS) LS HS<br />

Adult - Complete Beginner†† ..................... £250 £255<br />

Adult - Intermediate ................................... £260 £271<br />

Youth - Complete Beginner†† ..................... £223 £232<br />

Youth - Intermediate .................................. £239 £248<br />

SPECIAL OFFER: Beginner snowboarder’s packs<br />

include free helmet hire.<br />

Snowboard Pack Ages: Adult = (born before 31/12/90),<br />

Youth = (born 01/01/91 - 31/12/93). Includes: Complete<br />

Beginner = 3 days x 2hrs tuition, 5 days lift pass & 6 days<br />

standard snowboard & boot hire. Intermediate = 3 days x<br />

2hrs tuition, 6 days lift pass & 6 days standard snowboard &<br />

boot hire. HS - 19 Dec - 19 Mar. LS - All other dates. Includes<br />

handsfree keycard.<br />

one or two beds (suitable for<br />

children only) available at a<br />

supplement. Single rooms available<br />

at a supplement.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board. Buffet<br />

breakfast with hot options and fivecourse<br />

evening meal with choice of<br />

main and salad buffet. Weekly<br />

Farmer’s buffet. Christmas & New<br />

Year meals included.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 142<br />

PROPERTY CODE: W16H10<br />

<strong>SKI</strong>/BOARD EQUIPMENT (6 DAYS) ADULT CHILD*<br />

Skis & boots standard ................................. £72 £45<br />

Skis & boots intermediate ........................... £87 -<br />

Skis only standard ...................................... £56 £38<br />

Skis only intermediate ................................ £66 -<br />

Snowboard & boots standard .................... £87 £66<br />

Snowboard only standard .......................... £73 £55<br />

SPECIAL OFFER: Pre-book 2 adults ski hire and<br />

receive 1 free child ski hire. Available for 2 Jan - 12<br />

Feb & 27 Feb - 26 Mar<br />

SPECIAL OFFER: Ski/board rental includes slopeside<br />

storage.<br />

*Child skis & boots = skis upto 140cm (average 3-11yrs),<br />

*Child board & boots = 8-11yrs (excluding Hotel Austria)<br />

Neilson Rating ••••<br />

INDOOR POOL<br />

GOOD FOR GROUPS<br />

FAMILY ROOMS<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free use of indoor pool<br />

Free use of sauna &<br />

steam room (2hrs per<br />

day)<br />

Child %<br />

discount<br />

<strong>SKI</strong>/BOARD TUITION<br />

Adult ski school (6x4hrs) ............................................ £103<br />

Child ski school (6x4hrs) ............................................. £103<br />

Snowboard school (3x2hrs) ........................................ £71<br />

Ski Kindergarten (per day excl lunch) ......................... £29<br />

Child ski school = 4-14yrs. Snowboard school = 8yrs+. Ski<br />

kindergarten = 3 1 2<br />

/ -5yrs.<br />

NIEDERAU <strong>SKI</strong> PACK<br />

- For Oberau see reservations system<br />

IMPORTANT: †† Complete beginner = Ability Level 0, Intermediate = Ability Level 1-4. Ability levels must be stated at the time of booking - see page 13 for details. Special Offers may be withdrawn at any time. Prices are in £s and are approximate - please see reservation system, our website or call us for more details.<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk/niederauoberau call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

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242<br />

AUSTRIA – SÖLL<br />

“A fantastic variety<br />

of terrain for all<br />

abilities and linked<br />

to the 290km ‘Ski<br />

Welt’ circuit for<br />

unlimited skiing and<br />

boarding.”<br />

BEGINNERS<br />

INTERMEDIATES<br />

ADVANCED<br />

OFF-PISTE<br />

NON <strong>SKI</strong>ERS<br />

FAMILIES<br />

NIGHTLIFE<br />

MOUNTAIN<br />

Skiing Altitude 620m–1830m<br />

Resort Altitude 703m<br />

Pistes 290km<br />

Number of Runs 91<br />

Number of lifts 91<br />

Drags 40 / Chairs 36 / Gondolas 14<br />

Cable Cars 1<br />

Longest Run 7.5km<br />

Direction of Slopes N,S,E,W<br />

Terrain Parks yes<br />

Half Pipe no<br />

Cross Country Trails 120km<br />

Night Skiing yes<br />

Mountain Restaurants 70<br />

Snowmaking 72% runs covered<br />

Resort Ski Bus yes, local fee<br />

Linked Resorts Ellmau, Scheffau,<br />

Going, Hopfgarten & Westendorf<br />

FAMILY<br />

Fair Excellent<br />

43% 48% 9%<br />

Babycare 6m-4yrs<br />

Crèche 3-5yrs<br />

Ski Kindergarten 3-5yrs<br />

See page 373 or<br />

neilson.co.uk/childcare for more info.<br />

TRAVEL<br />

Departure Airports Gatwick,<br />

Birmingham, Bristol, Manchester<br />

Destination Airports Salzburg<br />

Season 19 Dec-20 Mar<br />

Departure Day Saturday<br />

Flight Guide See page 384<br />

Transfer Time 1hr 30mins<br />

Private taxi transfers available -<br />

please call us for details<br />

Self Drive See page 368<br />

SPECIAL OFFERS<br />

Pre-book 2 adults ski/board hire and<br />

receive 1 free child ski/board hire<br />

Ski/board rental includes slopeside<br />

storage<br />

Pre-book 2 adults ski/board school and<br />

receive 1 free child ski/board school<br />

Beginner Skiers’ & Beginner<br />

Snowboarders’ Packs include free helmet<br />

hire<br />

A charming village, buzzing nightlife<br />

and sensational skiing, Söll is a<br />

favourite with British skiers. Set at the<br />

foot of the Wilder Kaiser mountains,<br />

the ski area has a fantastic range of<br />

slopes for all abilities and is linked into<br />

the 290km ‘Ski Welt’ circuit for<br />

unlimited skiing and boarding<br />

opportunities. <strong>The</strong> beginners’ nursery<br />

slopes are close to the town and<br />

intermediates will enjoy cruising the<br />

huge number of blue and red runs.<br />

Experts may find the local runs a little<br />

flattering but the enormity of the Ski<br />

Welt offers plenty of mileage and<br />

variety.<br />

GOING<br />

798m<br />

<strong>SKI</strong> LEADING • LEARN TO TURN RESORT • SELF DRIVE<br />

ELLMAU<br />

820m<br />

Scheffau<br />

752m<br />

4<br />

2<br />

Astberg<br />

1267m<br />

8<br />

4<br />

6<br />

SÖLL<br />

703m<br />

Hartkaiser<br />

1555m<br />

4<br />

8<br />

6<br />

1650m<br />

Brandstadl<br />

6<br />

<strong>The</strong> pretty village is clustered around<br />

a landmark ‘onion domed’ church<br />

and its cobbled main street is lined<br />

with numerous cosy cafés,<br />

restaurants, bars and shops. A<br />

modern sports centre offering indoor<br />

and outdoor heated pools, and a<br />

choice of activities and excursions<br />

provides enough to keep any nonskiers<br />

busy.<br />

6<br />

6<br />

Kitzbüheler Horn 2000m<br />

4<br />

Eiberg<br />

1673m<br />

4<br />

6<br />

2<br />

4<br />

6<br />

4<br />

4<br />

Zinsberg<br />

4 1674m<br />

4<br />

Hohe Salve<br />

1829m<br />

8<br />

6<br />

6<br />

2<br />

ITTER<br />

703m<br />

4<br />

48<br />

6<br />

ACTIVITIES<br />

• Sleigh Rides<br />

• Tubing<br />

• Tobogganing<br />

• Ice Skating<br />

• Bowling<br />

• Indoor & Outdoor Heated Pools<br />

• Squash<br />

• Night Skiing<br />

• Paragliding<br />

• Excursions to Salzburg & Innsbruck<br />

INFLATABLE FUN<br />

If you like tobogganing, you’ll love<br />

this. Hurtle down the snowy slopes<br />

in a huge inflatable ring. A popular<br />

après ski activity for all ages and tons<br />

of fun.<br />

Filzalm<br />

8<br />

2<br />

3<br />

Hahnenkamm<br />

8<br />

Brixen<br />

794m<br />

Hopfgarten<br />

4<br />

1<br />

Choralpe<br />

1820m<br />

WESTENDORF<br />

802m<br />

Gampenkogel<br />

1956m<br />

4<br />

Talkakser<br />

1760m<br />

Mittelstation<br />

1760m<br />

LIFT PASS & TUITION<br />

PRICE PROMISE<br />

See page 371<br />

SOOTHE TIRED LIMBS<br />

Söll has a large indoor and<br />

outdoor heated pool with hot<br />

tubs, water slides and children’s<br />

areas. A great way to soothe<br />

tired muscles at the end of the<br />

day.<br />

EXPLORE <strong>SKI</strong> WELT<br />

<strong>The</strong> Neilson Ski Leading Service<br />

means you can really get to<br />

explore this enormous area in a<br />

small group. It’s so much more<br />

fun this way.<br />

4 4<br />

Fleiding<br />

1892m<br />

2<br />

3<br />

Schrandlhof


SPORTHOTEL MÖDLINGER<br />

This popular, family-run hotel offers modern, Tyrolean style interiors and<br />

friendly service. Situated 200m from the resort centre and 1km from<br />

the main gondola and nursery slopes, which are easily reached on the<br />

free ski bus that stops directly outside.<br />

FACILITIES†: Open-plan lounge/bar<br />

area and open fireplace •Popular<br />

‘Sports Bar’ •TV & video room •Free<br />

use of sauna<br />

ROOMS (2-3 PEOPLE): Austrian<br />

twin or double rooms, with possible<br />

extra bed, satellite TV, telephone,<br />

radio, safe, hairdryer, bath, wc and<br />

balcony.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board. Buffet<br />

breakfast and five-course evening<br />

meal with choice of main, salad<br />

buffet and cheese board. Weekly<br />

HOTEL POSTWIRT<br />

fondue with complimentary house<br />

wine. Christmas & New Year meals<br />

included.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 36<br />

PROPERTY CODE: W01H15<br />

<strong>The</strong> Hotel Postwirt is traditional and family run, offering a friendly,<br />

welcoming atmosphere and high standards of service. Located in the<br />

heart of the resort centre, just 50m from the free ski bus stop which<br />

serves the ski lifts and ski school meeting point, 800m away.<br />

FACILITIES†: Lounge •Restaurant<br />

•Bar •Free use of heated outdoor<br />

pool 3.30-7pm •Free use of sauna &<br />

steam room<br />

ROOMS (2-3 PEOPLE): Austrian<br />

twin rooms with cable TV, safe,<br />

hairdryer, bath and wc. Larger<br />

rooms which can take an extra bed<br />

with a balcony and single rooms<br />

available at a supplement.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board. Hot and<br />

cold breakfast buffet and four-course<br />

evening meal with a choice of main<br />

HOTEL & LANDHAUS TYROL<br />

In a quiet location just 300m from the resort centre, this family-run<br />

property is a traditional Tyrolean hotel and separate Landhaus building<br />

offering very good standards of accommodation. <strong>The</strong> lifts and ski school<br />

meeting place are 800m away, a few minutes on the free ski bus which<br />

stops outside. We offer rooms in the hotel and the Landhaus, 20m<br />

away.<br />

FACILITIES†: Restaurant •Lounge<br />

•Bar •Café •Free use of sauna, steam<br />

room & small fitness room •Hydro<br />

massage baths •Massage<br />

HOTEL ROOMS (2-3 PEOPLE):<br />

Austrian twin rooms, some which<br />

can take an extra bed, with<br />

hairdryer, satellite TV, telephone,<br />

bath or shower, wc and balcony.<br />

Single rooms without a balcony are<br />

available on request at a<br />

supplement.<br />

LANDHAUS ROOMS (2-4 PEOPLE):<br />

Austrian twin rooms with possible<br />

one or two extra beds, satellite TV,<br />

hairdryer, telephone, bath, wc and<br />

balcony.<br />

plus salad, starter and cheese buffet.<br />

Weekly Gala dinner. Christmas gala<br />

dinner and New Year gala dinner<br />

with live music included.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 50<br />

PROPERTY CODE: W01H01<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board. Buffet<br />

breakfast with hot options and five<br />

course dinner with a choice of main<br />

and a salad buffet (taken in the main<br />

hotel). Weekly speciality buffets.<br />

Christmas & New Year meals<br />

included.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★★ (Hotel)<br />

★★★ (Landhaus)<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 77<br />

Please note: we grade hotel rooms<br />

●●●● and Landhaus rooms ●●●<br />

HOTEL CODE: W01H12<br />

LANDHAUS CODE: W01H02<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk/soll call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

SÖLL – AUSTRIA<br />

Neilson Rating •••+<br />

Neilson Rating ••••<br />

CENTRAL LOCATION<br />

OUTDOOR POOL<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free daily après ski<br />

snacks 3.30-4.30pm<br />

Free use of outdoor<br />

pool 3.30-7pm<br />

Free use of sauna &<br />

steam room<br />

Neilson Rating<br />

••••/•••<br />

FOUR OR MORE<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free use of sauna &<br />

steam room<br />

Free après ski snacks<br />

twice per week<br />

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AUSTRIA – SÖLL<br />

Hotel Franzlhof<br />

Franzlhof Chalets<br />

HOTEL FRANZLHOF & CHALETS<br />

A family-orientated property comprising of the four star Hotel Franzlhof<br />

and six cosy, one-floor chalets situated adjacent to the hotel. Located in<br />

a quiet, peaceful area 400m from the village centre and in front of the<br />

free ski bus stop which service the ski slopes, lifts and ski school meeting<br />

point 2km away.<br />

FACILITIES†: (In Hotel Franzlhof)<br />

Restaurant •Bar •Free use of sauna<br />

and steam room •Spa bath •Free<br />

indoor squash court<br />

FOR FAMILIES: Unsupervised<br />

children’s area<br />

HOTEL SUITES (2-4 PEOPLE): Two<br />

room suites (50m 2 ) with an Austrian<br />

twin room and a separate living<br />

room with two sofa beds, satellite<br />

TV, telephone, radio, fridge,<br />

hairdryer, bath, wc and balcony.<br />

HOTEL BOARD BASIS: Half Board.<br />

Buffet breakfast and four-course<br />

evening meal inc. choice of main<br />

and salad buffet. Christmas and<br />

New Year meals included.<br />

LANDHAUS MÖDLINGER<br />

CHALETS (4-6 PEOPLE): Simply<br />

furnished chalets (48m 2 ) with two<br />

Austrian twin bedrooms and a<br />

double sofa bed in the living area,<br />

kitchenette with oven, hob, fridge<br />

and coffee maker, satellite TV,<br />

telephone, radio, hairdryer, shower,<br />

wc and terrace.<br />

CHALET BOARD BASIS: Self<br />

Catering. Half Board option available<br />

at a supplement. Meals taken in<br />

Hotel Franzlhof.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★★ (hotel) /<br />

★★★ (chalets)<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 12<br />

Please note: we grade Hotel<br />

Franzlhof ●●●+ and Franzlhof<br />

Chalets as ●●●.<br />

HOTEL CODE: W01H30<br />

CHALET CODE: W01A04<br />

Hotel Franzlhof restaurant<br />

Offering comfortable accommodation with access to the facilities at the<br />

Hotel Franzlhof 50m away. Located just 300m to the resort centre and<br />

150m to the ski bus stop, the Landhaus Mödlinger offers great value for<br />

money.<br />

FACILITIES†: (In Hotel Franzhof)<br />

•Restaurant •Bar •Free use of sauna<br />

& steam room<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half board. Buffet<br />

breakfast and four course evening<br />

meal with a salad buffet taken at the<br />

Hotel Franzlhof. Christmas & New<br />

Year meals included.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★<br />

PENSION KONRAD<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 5<br />

PROPERTY CODE: W01H26<br />

This family-run pension is in a quiet location, only 400m from the resort<br />

centre and 300m from the nearest shops. <strong>The</strong> gondola station and ski<br />

school meeting point is 1.5km away and the ski bus stops directly<br />

outside. A great value accommodation option.<br />

FACILITIES†: Small lounge/bar area<br />

•Restaurant •Free use of steam room<br />

& hot tub •Free use of sauna twice a<br />

week<br />

ROOMS (2-3 PEOPLE): Austrian<br />

twin rooms, some with an extra sofa<br />

bed, with satellite TV, hairdryer,<br />

shower and wc.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board. Buffet<br />

breakfast and three-course evening<br />

meal with a choice of main.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 21<br />

PROPERTY CODE: W01P02<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk/soll call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

Neilson Rating<br />

•••+/•••<br />

GOOD FOR FAMILIES<br />

FAMILY ROOMS<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free use of sauna &<br />

steam room<br />

Free indoor squash<br />

court<br />

Neilson Rating •••<br />

CENTRAL LOCATION<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Special discount 2-5yrs:<br />

£250 HS; £150 LS<br />

VALUE<br />

No frills accommodation at a cheaper price<br />

– where it's the skiing that really counts!<br />

Neilson Rating •••<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Special discount 2-5yrs:<br />

£250HS; £150LS<br />

VALUE<br />

No frills accommodation at a cheaper price<br />

– where it's the skiing that really counts!


NEILSON LODGE MOUNTY<br />

<strong>The</strong> Mounty is a comfortable lodge run by Neilson. <strong>The</strong> bar and dining<br />

area is a sociable place to relax in the evenings and Neilson staff are at<br />

hand for any advice or help should you need it. It is situated 800m from<br />

the village centre and the free ski bus stops 100m away. Most people<br />

use this in the mornings to get to the lifts, but choose to stroll back,<br />

taking in the après-ski scene early evening. A great value,<br />

accommodation choice.<br />

FACILITIES†: Comfortable dining<br />

area •Bar •Lounge with TV & DVD<br />

player<br />

ROOMS (2-3 PEOPLE): Twin and<br />

triple bedded rooms with bath<br />

(available at a supplement) or<br />

shower and wc. Smaller twin,<br />

double and shared facility rooms<br />

available at a reduction. Single room<br />

with shared facilities available at no<br />

supplement.<br />

MULTI-BEDDED ROOM (3-4<br />

PEOPLE): Austrian twin room with<br />

shower and wc and another twin<br />

room off main bedroom.<br />

HOTEL CHRISTOPHORUS<br />

BOARD BASIS: Lodge Board. Buffet<br />

breakfast, afternoon tea, threecourse<br />

evening meal with choice of<br />

starter and dessert (6 evenings per<br />

week). Christmas & New Year meals<br />

included.<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 19<br />

Please note: this is a non-smoking<br />

property.<br />

PROPERTY CODE: W01H21/H22<br />

<strong>The</strong> family-run Hotel Christophorus is set in the pedestrianised area of<br />

Söll, close to the village’s various bars, cafés, restaurants and shops.<br />

Located in the centre of Söll, it is just 100m from the ski bus stop,<br />

which serves the Höhe Salve gondola and beginner slopes 1km away.<br />

<strong>The</strong> hotel offers comfortable accommodation and a welcoming<br />

atmosphere; beautiful views of the surrounding mountains can be<br />

enjoyed from the hotel’s terrace.<br />

FACILITIES†: Lounge •Restaurant<br />

•Bar<br />

ROOMS (2-4 PEOPLE): Austrian<br />

twin rooms, some that can take an<br />

extra one or two beds/sofa beds,<br />

with cable TV, hairdryer, balcony,<br />

shower and wc. Single rooms<br />

available at a supplement.<br />

HOTEL TENNE GARNI<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board. Buffet<br />

breakfast and three course evening<br />

meal. Christmas and New Year<br />

meals included.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 19<br />

PROPERTY CODE: W01H08<br />

Located in the heart of Söll close to some lively bars, this is a basic but<br />

comfortable family-run hotel. It is just 10m from the ski bus stop which<br />

serves the main gondola 800m away. Ideal for those looking for a<br />

friendly atmosphere close to the nightlife Söll has to offer.<br />

FACILITIES†: Breakfast room •Cosy<br />

lounge with TV •Free use of recently<br />

built sauna area with relaxation<br />

room & tea bar •Steam room<br />

ROOMS (2-3 PEOPLE): Austrian<br />

twin rooms, some which can take an<br />

extra bed/sofa bed, with cable TV,<br />

fridge, hairdryer, bath or shower<br />

and wc, and balcony.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Bed & Breakfast.<br />

Buffet breakfast with hot options.<br />

Half Board option available at a<br />

supplement (three-course meal with<br />

choice of main course and salad<br />

buffet is served in the Gasthof<br />

Tenne, 80m away). Christmas &<br />

New Year Gala meals included for<br />

Half Board guests.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 21<br />

PROPERTY CODE: W01H03<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk/soll call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

SÖLL – AUSTRIA<br />

Neilson Rating •••<br />

GOOD FOR GROUPS<br />

FOUR OR MORE<br />

FREE CHILD PLACES<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Single room with shared<br />

facilities available at no<br />

supplement<br />

VALUE<br />

No frills accommodation at a cheaper price<br />

– where it's the skiing that really counts!<br />

Neilson Rating •••<br />

CENTRAL LOCATION<br />

GOOD FOR GROUPS<br />

FOUR OR MORE<br />

VALUE<br />

No frills accommodation at a cheaper price<br />

– where it's the skiing that really counts!<br />

Neilson Rating •••<br />

CENTRAL LOCATION<br />

GOOD FOR GROUPS<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Recently refurbished<br />

rooms<br />

Free use of recently<br />

built sauna area with<br />

relaxation area and tea<br />

bar<br />

Free bathrobes and<br />

slippers<br />

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AUSTRIA – SÖLL<br />

VALUE<br />

No frills accommodation at a cheaper price<br />

– where it's the skiing that really counts!<br />

SPECIAL OFFER – PRE-BOOK 2 ADULTS <strong>SKI</strong>/BOARD SCHOOL & RECEIVE 1 FREE CHILD <strong>SKI</strong>/BOARD SCHOOL<br />

Basic Holiday Prices in £s per adult from<br />

the amounts shown.<br />

Sporthotel Mödlinger<br />

19 Dec- 26 Dec- 02 Jan- 23 Jan- 06 Feb- 13 Feb- 20 Feb- 06 Mar- 20 Mar-<br />

Nts 25 Dec 01 Jan 22 Jan 05 Feb 12 Feb 19 Feb 05 Mar 19 Mar 26 Mar<br />

Supplements in £s per person per night from:<br />

(Unless otherwise stated)<br />

Room 2/3: Sole use of twin £47, 3rd & 4th Adult redn. £6<br />

W01H15 Half Board Room 2/3 7 659 799 509 539 615 879 579 529 519<br />

35%<br />

Hotel Postwirt<br />

W01H01 Half Board Room 2 7 629 909 555 579 669 949 625 595 595<br />

Room 2: Single room £25, Sole use of twin £55, Larger room<br />

£5, 3rd & 4th Adult redn. £5<br />

35%<br />

Hotel Tyrol<br />

W01H12 Half Board Room 2/3 7 699 949 579 629 699 979 669 589 589<br />

Room 2/3: Single room £7, Sole use of twin £57, 3rd & 4th<br />

Adult redn. £5<br />

35%<br />

Landhaus Tyrol<br />

W01H02 Half Board Room 2/4 7 659 899 529 589 649 929 629 545 545<br />

Room 2/4: Sole use of twin £51, 3rd & 4th Adult redn. £4<br />

35%<br />

Hotel Franzlhof<br />

Suite 2/4: Sole use of twin £47<br />

W01H30 Half Board Suite 2/4 7 595 849 509 539 625 919 549 519 519<br />

25%<br />

Franzlhof Chalets<br />

Chalet 4/6: Half board £18, 5 share £3, 4 share £8<br />

W01A04 Self Catering Chalet 4/6 7 419 589 319 345 409 699 385 355 355<br />

10%<br />

Landhaus Mödlinger<br />

Room 2/3: Sole use of twin £35, 3rd & 4th Adult redn. £3<br />

W01H26 Half Board Room 2/3 7 569 729 435 529 559 849 565 439 439<br />

35%<br />

Pension Konrad<br />

Room 2/3: Sole use of twin £33, 3rd & 4th Adult redn. £3<br />

W01P02 Half Board Room 2/3 7 525 719 415 439 515 785 479 409 409<br />

35%<br />

Neilson Lodge Mounty<br />

W01H21/H22 Lodge Board Room 2/3 7 529 729 339 399 479 849 485 449 409<br />

Room 2/3: Sole use of twin £18, Private bath £2, Shared<br />

facilities redn. £1, Smaller room £1, 3rd & 4th Adult redn. £12 20%<br />

Hotel Christophorus<br />

W01H08 Half Board Room 2/4 7 569 759 409 435 529 819 475 455 455<br />

Room 2/4: Single room £4, Sole use of twin £39, 3rd & 4th<br />

Adult redn. £3<br />

35%<br />

Hotel Tenne Garni<br />

Room 2/3: Half Board £13, Sole use of twin £40<br />

W01H03 Bed & Breakfast Room 2/3 7 519 679 455 479 509 779 495 495 495<br />

25%<br />

Hotel Fuchs<br />

W01H10 Half Board Room 2/3 7 585 849 465 549 575 865 529 509 509<br />

Room 2/3: Sole use of twin £7, Hone Salve room £3, 3rd &<br />

4th Adult redn. £3<br />

35%<br />

Söll Guesthouses<br />

W01G04 Bed & Breakfast Room 2/3 7 455 655 375 405 449 659 415 375 375<br />

Room 2/3: Half Board £12, Sole use of twin £1, Shared<br />

facilities redn. £5, 3rd & 4th Adult redn. £2<br />

35%<br />

Prices are a guide only & will be confirmed on enquiry. Adult prices in £ sterling start from the amounts shown & apply to selected flight departures between each date range based on current charges & costs. Prices may go up or down & supplements (e.g. flight &/or fuel), or reductions may apply. Supplements ‘from’ are based on low season dates. For full details on how to price your holiday, charges,<br />

supplements & surcharges see ‘Your Holiday Price’ page 368. For important Holiday Information & Booking Conditions see pages 368 - 385. †Some facilities may incur a local charge. LOW 02-29Jan,13Mar-02Apr.MID 19-25Dec,30Jan-12Feb,20Feb-12Mar,03-10Apr.HIGH 26 Dec - 01 Jan, 13 - 19 Feb. NS246a<br />

LIFT PASS (6 DAYS) LS HS<br />

Adult (born before 31/12/90) ..................... £138 £162<br />

Youth (born 01/01/91 - 31/12/93) ............. £111 £130<br />

Child (born 01/01/94 - 31/12/03) .............. £71 £83<br />

HS - 19 Dec - 19 Mar. LS - All other dates. Lift pass covers<br />

the Ski Welt area including the resorts of Söll, Ellmau,<br />

Going, Hopfgarten, Itter, Scheffau, Brixen im Thale and<br />

Westendorf. Free lift pass for children born after 01/01/2004.<br />

Includes handsfree keycard.<br />

<strong>SKI</strong>ER’S PACK (6 DAYS) LS HS<br />

Adult - Complete Beginner†† ..................... £279 £302<br />

Adult - Intermediate ................................... £297 £320<br />

Child - Complete Beginner†† ...................... £219 £230<br />

Child - Intermediate .................................... £224 £235<br />

SPECIAL OFFER: Beginner skier’s packs include free<br />

helmet hire.<br />

Ski Pack Ages: Adult = (born before 31/12/90), Child =<br />

(born 01/01/94 - 31/12/03). Includes: 5 days x 4hrs tuition, 6<br />

days lift pass & 6 days standard ski & boot hire. HS - 19 Dec -<br />

19 Mar. LS - All other dates. Includes handsfree keycard.<br />

HOTEL FUCHS<br />

Formerly known as Hotel Maria, this friendly family-run hotel offers a<br />

good standard of accommodation and a warm and friendly<br />

atmosphere. Situated in a quiet location, 500m from the resort centre<br />

and 1.5km from the ski lifts and nursery slopes. <strong>The</strong> ski bus stops<br />

directly outside.<br />

FACILITIES†: Bar •Small lounge<br />

•Restaurant •Cosy Tyrolean Stübl<br />

•Free use of sauna & steam room<br />

ROOMS (2-3 PEOPLE): Attractive<br />

and modern 'Panorama' Austrian<br />

twin rooms with cable TV,<br />

telephone, radio, safe, hairdryer,<br />

balcony, shower and wc. 'Panorama'<br />

rooms which can take a third bed,<br />

without a balcony also available.<br />

'Hohe Salve' Austrian twin rooms<br />

with a bath at a supplement. Sole<br />

SÖLL GUESTHOUSES<br />

<strong>SNOWBOARD</strong>ER’S PACK (6 DAYS) LS HS<br />

Adult - Complete Beginner†† ..................... £287 £314<br />

Adult - Intermediate ................................... £301 £328<br />

Youth - Complete Beginner†† ..................... £234 £250<br />

Youth - Intermediate .................................. £251 £267<br />

SPECIAL OFFER: Beginner snowboarder’s packs<br />

include free helmet hire.<br />

Snowboard Pack Ages: Adult = (born before 31/12/90),<br />

Youth = (born 01/01/91 - 31/12/93). Includes: 5 days x 2hrs<br />

tuition, 6 days lift pass & 6 days standard snowboard & boot<br />

hire. HS - 19 Dec - 19 Mar. LS - All other dates. Includes<br />

handsfree keycard.<br />

SÖLL <strong>SKI</strong> PACK<br />

use of 'Hohe Salve' room with<br />

shower at a supplement.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board. Hot and<br />

cold buffet breakfast and five course<br />

dinner including choice of main and<br />

salad buffet. Weekly gala dinner,<br />

Christmas and New Year meals<br />

included.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 65<br />

PROPERTY CODE: W01H10<br />

Offering very good value accommodation, these private guesthouses<br />

(or pensions) are family-run. We have chosen a selection of houses<br />

dotted around the Söll area, where you will be offered a continental<br />

style breakfast and relatively simple accommodation. <strong>The</strong> name of your<br />

guesthouse will be advised to you on arrival. As these pensions have<br />

very few rooms, it may be that bookings of more than two rooms<br />

cannot be accommodated in the same house. All guesthouses are<br />

conveniently located for the free ski bus service and within 800m of the<br />

resort centre.<br />

ROOMS (2-3 PEOPLE): Austrian<br />

twin rooms sharing a bath or<br />

shower room and wc (on the same<br />

floor). Rooms with an ensuite<br />

shower and wc, some with an extra<br />

bed, available at a supplement. Sole<br />

use available at a supplement.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Bed & Breakfast.<br />

Half Board option available at a<br />

supplement.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★<br />

PROPERTY CODE: W01G04<br />

<strong>SKI</strong>/BOARD EQUIPMENT (6 DAYS) ADULT CHILD*<br />

Skis & boots standard ................................. £66 £50<br />

Skis & boots superior .................................. £78 -<br />

Skis only standard ...................................... £50 £43<br />

Skis only superior ....................................... £58 -<br />

Snowboard & boots standard .................... £81 £76<br />

Snowboard only standard .......................... £64 £59<br />

Helmet** ..................................................... - FREE<br />

SPECIAL OFFER: Pre-book 2 adults ski hire and<br />

receive 1 free child ski hire (3-11yrs).<br />

SPECIAL OFFER: Ski/board rental includes slopeside<br />

storage.<br />

*Child skis & boots = skis upto 130cm (average 3-11yrs),<br />

*Child board & boots = 8-11yrs.<br />

**Child equipment hire includes helmet hire.<br />

Neilson Rating •••<br />

GOOD FOR GROUPS<br />

FOUR OR MORE<br />

Neilson Rating ••<br />

Child %<br />

discount<br />

<strong>SKI</strong>/BOARD TUITION<br />

Adult ski school (5x4hrs) ............................................ £112<br />

Child ski school (5x4hrs) ............................................. £112<br />

Snowboard school (5x2hrs) ........................................ £104<br />

Snowboard school (3x2hrs) ........................................ £87<br />

SPECIAL OFFER: Pre-book 2 adults ski/board school<br />

and receive 1 free child ski/board school.<br />

Child ski school = 5-14yrs. Snowboard school = 8yrs+<br />

IMPORTANT: †† Complete beginner = Ability Level 0, Intermediate = Ability Level 1-4. Ability levels must be stated at the time of booking - see page 13 for details. Special Offers may be withdrawn at any time. Prices are in £s and are approximate - please see reservation system, our website or call us for more details.<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk/soll call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free après ski snacks<br />

once a week<br />

Free fondue evening<br />

once a week<br />

Free use of sauna and<br />

steam room<br />

Special discount 2-5yrs:<br />

£250HS; £150LS


<strong>SKI</strong> LEADING • GOOD FOR FAMILIES • SELF DRIVE<br />

ACTIVITIES<br />

TOBOGGANING<br />

• Sleigh Rides<br />

Over 20km of floodlit toboggan runs<br />

• Tobogganing<br />

ensures there is enough for everyone<br />

• Snowshoeing<br />

to have a go at racing down the<br />

• Bowling<br />

mountain on an authentic<br />

• Swimming Pool<br />

tobogganing experience.<br />

• Curling<br />

• Tennis<br />

CITY EXCURSIONS<br />

• Squash<br />

Salzburg and Innsbruck, two of<br />

• Tubing<br />

Austria’s most beautiful and culturally<br />

rich cities, are both within 1½hrs drive,<br />

HORSE DRAWN SLEIGH RIDES<br />

Huddled up warm in the back<br />

of the sleigh, taking in the sheer<br />

beauty and unfamiliar silence as<br />

your horses trot through the<br />

resort and surrounding area –<br />

it’s a beautiful experience.<br />

so can be easily visited for the day.<br />

GOING<br />

798m<br />

ELLMAU<br />

820m<br />

Scheffau<br />

752m<br />

4<br />

2<br />

Astberg<br />

1267m<br />

8<br />

4<br />

6<br />

SÖLL<br />

703m<br />

Hartkaiser<br />

1555m<br />

4<br />

8<br />

6<br />

1650m<br />

Brandstadl<br />

6<br />

6<br />

6<br />

Kitzbüheler Horn 2000m<br />

4<br />

Eiberg<br />

1673m<br />

4<br />

6<br />

2<br />

4<br />

6<br />

4<br />

4<br />

Zinsberg<br />

4 1674m<br />

4<br />

Hohe Salve<br />

1829m<br />

8<br />

6<br />

6<br />

2<br />

ITTER<br />

703m<br />

Surrounded by beautiful mountain<br />

scenery, Ellmau and Scheffau are<br />

situated 2.5km apart at the base of<br />

lush, wooded slopes. Both resorts<br />

offer the advantage of an extensive<br />

lift system linking 290km of runs<br />

across the Ski Welt circuit, one of<br />

Austria’s largest ski areas. <strong>The</strong> skiing is<br />

varied and appeals to all abilities but<br />

particularly intermediates who will<br />

love the wealth of blue and red runs.<br />

<strong>The</strong> ski schools have a good<br />

reputation and the gentle runs close<br />

to the village centres are ideal for<br />

learning on the first few days. If<br />

4<br />

48<br />

6<br />

Filzalm<br />

8<br />

2<br />

3<br />

Hahnenkamm<br />

ELLMAU & SCHEFFAU – AUSTRIA<br />

8<br />

Brixen<br />

794m<br />

Hopfgarten<br />

you’re looking for a real taste of<br />

Austria, Ellmau or the charming<br />

village of Scheffau is the place. In<br />

both you’ll find a friendly,<br />

unpretentious atmosphere, relaxed,<br />

low-key après-ski and delicious,<br />

Tyrolean-style cuisine. Ellmau is<br />

bigger in size offering great facilities<br />

for children while Scheffau is a quieter<br />

base. Both resorts are ideal for mixed<br />

ability groups and families looking to<br />

make the most of the fantastic skiing<br />

opportunities.<br />

4<br />

1<br />

Choralpe<br />

1820m<br />

WESTENDORF<br />

802m<br />

Gampenkogel<br />

1956m<br />

4<br />

LIFT PASS & TUITION<br />

PRICE PROMISE<br />

See page 371<br />

Talkakser<br />

1760m<br />

Mittelstation<br />

1760m<br />

4 4<br />

Fleiding<br />

1892m<br />

2<br />

3<br />

Schrandlhof<br />

“If you’re looking for<br />

a real taste of<br />

Austria, the<br />

charming villages of<br />

Ellmau or Scheffau<br />

are the place”<br />

BEGINNERS<br />

INTERMEDIATES<br />

ADVANCED<br />

OFF-PISTE<br />

NON <strong>SKI</strong>ERS<br />

FAMILIES<br />

NIGHTLIFE<br />

Fair Excellent<br />

MOUNTAIN<br />

Skiing Altitude 620m–1830m<br />

Resort Altitude 820m<br />

Pistes 290km<br />

Number of Runs 91<br />

43% 48% 9%<br />

Number of lifts 89<br />

Drags 40 / Chairs 36 / Gondolas 14 /<br />

Cable Cars 1<br />

Longest Run 7.5km<br />

Direction of Slopes N,S,E,W<br />

Terrain Parks yes<br />

Half Pipe no<br />

Cross Country Trails 120km<br />

Night Skiing yes<br />

Mountain Restaurants 70<br />

Snowmaking 72% runs covered<br />

Resort Ski Bus yes<br />

Linked Resorts Söll, Going,<br />

Hopfgarten & Westendorf<br />

FAMILY<br />

Babycare n/a<br />

Crèche 1-3yrs (Ellmau)<br />

n/a (Scheffau)<br />

Ski Kindergarten 3-6yrs (Ellmau)<br />

3-5yrs (Scheffau)<br />

See page 373 or<br />

neilson.co.uk/childcare for more info.<br />

TRAVEL<br />

Departure Airports Gatwick<br />

Birmingham, Bristol, Manchester<br />

Destination Airports Salzburg<br />

Season 19 Dec–20 Mar<br />

Departure Day Saturday<br />

Flight Guide See page 384<br />

Transfer Time 1hr 30mins<br />

Private taxi transfers available -<br />

please call us for details<br />

Self Drive See page 368<br />

SPECIAL OFFERS<br />

Ski/board rental includes slopeside<br />

storage<br />

Ellmau only: pre-book 2 adults ski/board<br />

hire and receive 1 free child ski/board<br />

hire (up to 14yrs)<br />

Ellmau only: Beginner Skiers & Beginner<br />

Snowboarders’ packs include free helmet<br />

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248<br />

AUSTRIA – ELLMAU & SCHEFFAU<br />

HOTEL ALPIN (SCHEFFAU)<br />

Situated in the centre of Scheffau, opposite the church and close to all<br />

local amenities, the Hotel Alpin offers a friendly welcome and great<br />

facilities including a wellness area. <strong>The</strong> nearest lift is 500m away or<br />

alternatively the ski bus stops outside the hotel. Under normal snow<br />

conditions it is possible to ski down to the gondola from the hotel.<br />

FACILITIES†: Lounge •Bar with<br />

open fire •Restaurant •Free use of<br />

indoor pool, sauna & steam room<br />

•Massage •Games room •Wifi<br />

ROOMS (2-4 PEOPLE): Austrian<br />

twin rooms, some with additional<br />

double sofa bed, with satellite TV,<br />

hairdryer, bath and wc. Rooms with<br />

a balcony available at a supplement.<br />

HOTEL WALDHOF (SCHEFFAU)<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board. Hot and<br />

cold buffet breakfast and four-course<br />

buffet-style evening meal with free<br />

wine, beer & soft drinks (6-9pm).<br />

Free afternoon coffee & cakes.<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 79<br />

PROPERTY CODE: WF3H02<br />

This hotel has lots of character and a cosy atmosphere. It offers an<br />

excellent piste-side location, next to the lifts in Scheffau and the village<br />

centre is 1km away, served by a free ski bus.<br />

FACILITIES†: Two restaurants •Bar<br />

•Après ski bar •Free use of sauna &<br />

steam room •Ski rental shop<br />

FOR FAMILIES: Special menus<br />

ROOMS (2-3 PEOPLE): Austrian<br />

twin rooms with a sofa bed, shower<br />

& wc, TV, telephone & radio. Most<br />

rooms have a balcony.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board. Buffet<br />

breakfast and four-course evening<br />

meal with a choice of main, salad<br />

and dessert buffet. Christmas &<br />

New Year meals included.<br />

PENSION ALOISIA (SCHEFFAU)<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 25<br />

PROPERTY CODE:WF3H00<br />

Situated directly across the road from the ski lifts in Scheffau, this<br />

pension offers simply furnished rooms but a friendly atmosphere and<br />

service along with good food. Scheffau village centre is 1km away and<br />

served by the free ski bus throughout the day.<br />

FACILITIES†: Lounge •Small bar<br />

ROOMS (2-3 PEOPLE): Austrian<br />

twin rooms with extra bed/sofa bed,<br />

shower, wc, satellite TV, hairdryer,<br />

safe and balcony.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board. Buffet<br />

breakfast and three-course evening<br />

meal with a choice of main dish.<br />

Christmas & New Year meals<br />

included.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 17<br />

PROPERTY CODE: WF3H01<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk/ellmauscheffau call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

Neilson Rating ••••<br />

CENTRAL LOCATION<br />

INDOOR POOL<br />

WELLNESS AREA<br />

GOOD FOR FAMILIES<br />

FAMILY ROOMS<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free beer, wine, soft<br />

drinks with dinner from<br />

6-9pm<br />

Free daily afternoon<br />

coffee and cake<br />

Free use of indoor pool,<br />

sauna & steam room<br />

Special discount 2-5yrs:<br />

£150 HS; £50 LS<br />

Neilson Rating •••<br />

<strong>SKI</strong> IN <strong>SKI</strong> OUT<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Guests receive VIP<br />

priority access to the<br />

gondola in Scheffau<br />

Free use of sauna &<br />

steam room<br />

Neilson Rating ••+<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Guests receive VIP<br />

priority access to the<br />

gondola in Scheffau<br />

VALUE<br />

No frills accommodation at a cheaper price<br />

– where it's the skiing that really counts!


ELLMAU & SCHEFFAU – AUSTRIA<br />

SPORTHOTEL (ELLMAU)<br />

Located at the entrance of Ellmau, 300m from the resort centre, the<br />

Sporthotel provides great facilities and a friendly atmosphere. <strong>The</strong> ski<br />

lifts, nursery slopes and ski kindergarten are behind the hotel, and the<br />

free ski bus stops right outside. A superb choice and popular with<br />

families.<br />

FACILITIES†: Lounge with bar<br />

•Après-ski bar •Restaurant •À la<br />

carte restaurant •Table tennis •Pool<br />

table<br />

SPA FEATURES†: Free use of indoor<br />

pool, hot tub, sauna & steam room<br />

•Fitness room •Beauty & massage<br />

treatments. Important information<br />

about spa facilities - see page 375<br />

FOR FAMILIES: Children’s playroom<br />

•Special menus<br />

ROOMS (2-3 PEOPLE): Austrian<br />

twin rooms in main building with<br />

cable TV, hairdryer, telephone, bath<br />

or shower, wc and balcony. Some<br />

rooms can take an extra sofa bed<br />

(suitable for a child only).<br />

HOTEL BLATTLHOF (ELLMAU/GOING)<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board. Hot and<br />

cold buffet breakfast and four-course<br />

evening meal with a choice of main,<br />

daily starter, salad and dessert<br />

buffets. Weekly speciality buffets.<br />

Christmas meal & New Year meal<br />

with midnight buffet included.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 150<br />

PROPERTY CODE: W10H08<br />

Situated between Ellmau and Going, this traditional, family-run<br />

property provides excellent service and a welcoming atmosphere. <strong>The</strong><br />

ski bus stops directly outside serving Going resort centre and ski lifts<br />

1km away.<br />

FACILITIES: Restaurant •Bar •Free<br />

use of sauna & steam room<br />

•Massage<br />

FOR FAMILIES: Early suppers<br />

ROOMS (2-3 PEOPLE): Spacious<br />

Austrian twin rooms, some with a<br />

single sofa bed, bath or shower, wc,<br />

cable TV, telephone, radio and<br />

balcony. Single room available at a<br />

supplement.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board. Buffet<br />

breakfast and four-course evening<br />

meal with a choice of main, daily<br />

salad and dessert buffet. Weekly<br />

Farmer’s buffet. Christmas & New<br />

Year Gala dinners with live music<br />

included.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 70<br />

PROPERTY CODE: W10H06<br />

Neilson Rating ••••<br />

CENTRAL LOCATION<br />

WELLNESS AREA<br />

INDOOR POOL<br />

GOOD FOR FAMILIES<br />

A handpicked selection of hotels<br />

offering first class spa facilities<br />

Neilson Rating •••+<br />

Basic Holiday Prices in £s per adult from<br />

the amounts shown.<br />

Nts<br />

19 Dec-<br />

25 Dec<br />

26 Dec-<br />

01 Jan<br />

02 Jan-<br />

22 Jan<br />

23 Jan-<br />

05 Feb<br />

06 Feb-<br />

12 Feb<br />

13 Feb-<br />

19 Feb<br />

20 Feb-<br />

05 Mar<br />

06 Mar-<br />

19 Mar<br />

20 Mar-<br />

26 Mar<br />

Supplements in £s per person per night from:<br />

(Unless otherwise stated)<br />

Child %<br />

discount<br />

Hotel Alpin<br />

WF3H02 Half Board Room 2/4 7 799 1149 619 749 789 1259 765 649 595 Room 2/4: Sole use of twin £65, Balcony £1, 3rd & 4th Adult<br />

redn. £6<br />

45%<br />

Hotel Waldhof<br />

WF3H00 Half Board Room 2/3 7 589 829 505 535 569 859 565 519 519 Room 2/3: Sole use of twin £47, 3rd & 4th Adult redn. £4 35%<br />

Pension Aloisia<br />

WF3H01 Half Board Room 2/3 7 539 679 439 465 509 799 505 485 485 Room 2/3: Sole use of twin £38, 3rd & 4th Adult redn. £3 35%<br />

Sporthotel<br />

W10H08 Half Board Room 2/3 7 729 899 569 639 715 1005 689 609 609 Room 2/3: Sole use of twin £60<br />

35%<br />

Hotel Blattlhof<br />

W10H06 Half Board Room 2/3 7 649 799 489 519 619 909 625 489 489<br />

Room 2/3: Single room £6, Sole use of twin £46, 3rd & 4th<br />

Adult redn. £4<br />

35%<br />

Prices are a guide only & will be confirmed on enquiry. Adult prices in £ sterling start from the amounts shown & apply to selected flight departures between each date range based on current charges & costs. Prices may go up or down & supplements (e.g. flight &/or fuel), or reductions may apply. Supplements ‘from’ are based on low season dates. For full details on how to price your holiday, charges,<br />

supplements & surcharges see ‘Your Holiday Price’ page 368. For important Holiday Information & Booking Conditions see pages 368 - 385. †Some facilities may incur a local charge. LOW 02-29Jan,13Mar-02Apr.MID 19-25Dec,30Jan-12Feb,20Feb-12Mar,03-10Apr.HIGH 26 Dec - 01 Jan, 13 - 19 Feb. NS249a<br />

LIFT PASS (6 DAYS) LS HS <strong>SKI</strong>ER’S PACK (6 DAYS) LS HS <strong>SNOWBOARD</strong>ER’S PACK (6 DAYS) LS HS <strong>SKI</strong>/BOARD EQUIPMENT (6 DAYS) ADULT CHILD* <strong>SKI</strong>/BOARD TUITION<br />

Adult (born before 31/12/90) ..................... £138 £162<br />

Youth (born 01/01/91 - 31/12/93) ............. £111 £130<br />

Child (born 01/01/94 - 31/12/03) .............. £71 £83<br />

HS - 19 Dec - 19 Mar. LS - All other dates. Lift pass covers<br />

the Ski Welt area including the resorts of Ellmau, Going,<br />

Hopfgarten, Itter, Scheffau, Söll, Brixen im Thale and<br />

Westendorf. Free lift pass for children born after 01/01/2004.<br />

Includes handsfree keycard.<br />

Adult - Complete Beginner†† ..................... £242 £266<br />

Adult - Intermediate ................................... £253 £276<br />

Child - Complete Beginner†† ...................... £154 £166<br />

Child - Intermediate .................................... £169 £181<br />

SPECIAL OFFER: Beginner skier’s packs include free<br />

helmet hire.<br />

Ski Pack Ages: Adult = (born before 31/12/90), Child =<br />

(born 01/01/96 - 31/12/03) Includes: 6 days x 4hrs tuition, 6<br />

days lift pass & 6 days standard ski & boot hire. HS - 19 Dec -<br />

19 Mar. LS - All other dates. Includes handsfree keycard.<br />

Adult - Complete Beginner†† ..................... £240 £264<br />

Adult - Intermediate ................................... £273 £280<br />

Child - Complete Beginner†† ...................... £170 £182<br />

Child - Intermediate .................................... £179 £186<br />

SPECIAL OFFER: Beginner snowboarder’s packs<br />

include free helmet hire.<br />

Snowboard Pack Ages: Adult = (born before 31/12/90),<br />

Child = (born 01/01/96 - 31/12/02) Includes: 3 days x 2hrs<br />

tuition, 6 days lift pass & 6 days standard snowboard & boot<br />

hire. HS - 19 Dec - 19 Mar. LS - All other dates. Includes<br />

handsfree keycard.<br />

Skis & boots standard ................................. £49 £36<br />

Skis & boots superior .................................. £66 -<br />

Skis only standard ...................................... £39 £31<br />

Skis only superior ....................................... £52 -<br />

Snowboard & boots standard .................... £69 £51<br />

Snowboard only standard .......................... £55 £40<br />

Helmet** ..................................................... - FREE<br />

SPECIAL OFFER: Ski/board rental includes slopeside<br />

storage.<br />

SPECIAL OFFER: Pre-book 2 adults ski hire and<br />

receive 1 free child ski hire.<br />

Adult ski school (6x4hrs) ............................................ £84<br />

Child ski school (6x4hrs) ............................................. £77<br />

Snowboard school (3x2hrs) ........................................ £68<br />

Child ski school = 4-14yrs. Snowboard school = 8yrs+.<br />

ELLMAU <strong>SKI</strong> PACK<br />

- For Scheffau see reservations system<br />

*Child skis & boots = 4-14yrs, *Child board & boots<br />

= 8-14yrs. **Child equipment hire includes helmet hire.<br />

IMPORTANT: †† Complete beginner = Ability Level 0, Intermediate = Ability Level 1-4. Ability levels must be stated at the time of booking - see page 13 for details. Special Offers may be withdrawn at any time. Prices are in £s and are approximate - please see reservation system, our website or call us for more details.<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk/ellmauscheffau call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free use of indoor pool,<br />

hot tub, sauna & steam<br />

room<br />

Special discount 2-5yrs:<br />

£150 HS; £50 LS<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free daily après-ski<br />

snacks<br />

Free use of sauna &<br />

steam room<br />

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250<br />

AUSTRIA – KITZBÜHEL & KIRCHBERG<br />

“In the heart of one<br />

of the largest linked<br />

ski areas in<br />

Austria…for mixed<br />

ability groups, they<br />

are the perfect<br />

destination”<br />

BEGINNERS<br />

INTERMEDIATES<br />

ADVANCED<br />

OFF-PISTE<br />

NON <strong>SKI</strong>ERS<br />

FAMILIES<br />

NIGHTLIFE*<br />

NIGHTLIFE**<br />

*Kitzbühel **Kirchberg<br />

MOUNTAIN<br />

Skiing Altitude 760m–2000m<br />

Resort Altitude 760m (Kitzbühel)<br />

850m (Kirchberg)<br />

Pistes 160km<br />

Number of Runs 57<br />

Number of lifts 54<br />

Drags 15 / Chairs 30 / Cable Cars 9<br />

Longest Run 7km<br />

Direction of Slopes N,S,E<br />

Terrain Parks yes<br />

Half Pipe yes<br />

Cross Country Trails 40km<br />

Night Skiing yes<br />

Mountain Restaurants 41<br />

Snowmaking 50% runs covered<br />

Resort Ski Bus yes<br />

Linked Resorts Ski Welt (Westendorf)<br />

FAMILY<br />

Fair Excellent<br />

37% 43% 20%<br />

Babycare n/a<br />

Crèche n/a (Kitzbühel)<br />

2-4yrs (Kirchberg)<br />

Ski Kindergarten 3-5yrs (Kitzbühel)<br />

4-5yrs (Kirchberg)<br />

See page 373 or<br />

neilson.co.uk/childcare for more info.<br />

TRAVEL<br />

Departure Airports Gatwick,<br />

Birmingham, Bristol, Manchester<br />

Destination Airports Salzburg<br />

Season 19 Dec–3 Apr (Kitzbühel)<br />

19 Dec–20 Mar (Kirchberg)<br />

Departure Day Saturday<br />

Flight Guide See page 384<br />

Transfer Time 1hr 30mins<br />

Private taxi transfers available -<br />

please call us for details<br />

Self Drive See page 368<br />

SPECIAL OFFERS<br />

Kitzbühel: pre-book 2 adults ski/board<br />

school and receive 1 free child ski/board<br />

school. Ski/board rental includes<br />

slopeside storage<br />

Kirchberg: Beginner Skiers’ & Beginner<br />

Snowboarders’ packs include free helmet<br />

hire<br />

<strong>SKI</strong> LEADING • GOOD FOR FAMILIES • SELF DRIVE<br />

<strong>The</strong> Kitzbüheler Alps ski area stretches<br />

from Pass Thurn, via Kitzbühel to<br />

Kirchberg, which is now also linked to<br />

Westendorf, part of the Ski Welt<br />

region, putting these resorts in the<br />

heart of one of the largest linked ski<br />

areas in Austria. For mixed ability<br />

groups, they are the perfect<br />

destination. Beginners will find the<br />

attentive ski schools fill them with<br />

confidence to tackle the many blue<br />

runs, while intermediates are simply<br />

spoilt for choice. <strong>The</strong> historic town<br />

centre of Kitzbühel has something for<br />

everyone. Its cobbled streets, lined<br />

ollersbach<br />

Raintal<br />

Pass<br />

Thurn<br />

Stuckkogel<br />

1888m<br />

Hochetzkogel<br />

2<br />

2<br />

Bichlalm<br />

2<br />

Alpenhaus<br />

Resterhöhe<br />

1894m<br />

2<br />

4<br />

2<br />

KITZBÜHELER<br />

HORN<br />

6<br />

6<br />

Jochberg<br />

Oberaigen<br />

Zweitausender<br />

2004m<br />

6<br />

8<br />

Wilde Hag<br />

Trattalm<br />

Bärenbadkogel<br />

2<br />

2<br />

4<br />

Aurach<br />

3<br />

with attractive, traditional buildings,<br />

make it a beautiful place to stay.<br />

Inside its medieval walls, there are<br />

unlimited shopping opportunities,<br />

numerous cafés and restaurants, and<br />

in the evenings a bustling nightlife in<br />

the many bars and clubs. A<br />

somewhat quieter alternative to the<br />

‘Glitz of Kitz’ is neighbouring<br />

Kirchberg, 6km away. Although it<br />

may not have quite the same<br />

glamour, it does offer great quality<br />

hotels, convenient access to the ski<br />

area and good value.<br />

Kl. Rettenstein<br />

2217m<br />

Schwarzkogel<br />

Wurzhöhe Steinberg<br />

kogel<br />

Wagstättalm<br />

Pletzeralm<br />

KITZBÜHEL<br />

760m<br />

Gr. Rettenstein<br />

2363m<br />

Pengelstein<br />

Ehrenbachgraben<br />

4<br />

3<br />

2<br />

3<br />

4<br />

HAHNENKAMM<br />

6<br />

2<br />

4<br />

4<br />

Ehrenbachhöhe<br />

6<br />

2<br />

Aschau<br />

ACTIVITIES<br />

• Sleigh Rides<br />

• Ice Skating<br />

• Tobogganing<br />

• Curling<br />

• Swimming Pool<br />

• Parapenting<br />

• Horse Riding<br />

• Casino (Kitzbühel)<br />

• Squash<br />

• Floodlit Tobogganing (Kirchberg)<br />

• Night Skiing (Kirchberg)<br />

Ochsalm<br />

2<br />

Niedere<br />

Fleckalm<br />

Maierl<br />

2<br />

Klausen<br />

Gampenkogel<br />

1957m<br />

To Westendorf<br />

Skirast<br />

Obwiesen<br />

Gaisberg<br />

Obergaisber<br />

4<br />

KIRCHBERG<br />

850m<br />

LIFT PASS & TUITION<br />

PRICE PROMISE<br />

See page 371<br />

A GAME ON ICE<br />

Curling – it’s like bowling but<br />

on ice and a game which can<br />

be played by any age or ability.<br />

Join the locals and take a stroll<br />

to the local curling rink to try<br />

out this somewhat eccentric<br />

sport.<br />

PLACE YOUR BETS<br />

Visit Kitzbühel’s casino and<br />

enjoy a gastronomic feast in<br />

one of the casino’s affiliated<br />

restaurants. If you’d rather not<br />

have a flutter you can simply<br />

spectate at the highly charged<br />

roulette table.<br />

LEAVE THE CROWDS IN A<br />

BALLOON<br />

One of the most serene ways to<br />

view the mountain region. A<br />

ride in a hot air balloon is a<br />

fabulously peaceful journey<br />

from peak to peak.


KITZBÜHEL & KIRCHBERG – AUSTRIA<br />

HOTEL SCHLOSS LEBENBERG (KITZBÜHEL)<br />

This recently refurbished, luxurious hotel provides fantastic facilities,<br />

excellent service and welcomes families. Set in a quiet position offering<br />

panoramic views over the resort and surrounding mountains, the hotel<br />

runs its own shuttle bus service to/from the centre and ski lifts,<br />

approximately 1km away, 9am to 6pm daily.<br />

FACILITIES†: Lobby/bar area •Three<br />

lounge areas •Restaurant<br />

SPA FEATURES†: Free use of 45m<br />

rooftop indoor pool • Free use of<br />

indoor & outdoor sauna, steam<br />

rooms and fitness room •Beauty and<br />

massage treatments<br />

Important information about spa<br />

facilities - see page 375.<br />

FOR FAMILIES: Free hotel-run<br />

English speaking créche for 3-12 yrs<br />

(26 Dec-26 Feb only) • Two games<br />

rooms<br />

ROOMS (2-3 PEOPLE):<br />

Contemporary styled Austrian twin<br />

rooms (30m 2 ) which can take a<br />

Austrian twin bedroom<br />

NEILSON HOTEL TYROL (KITZBÜHEL)<br />

As one of Kitzbühel’s first hotels, the Tyrol has a rich history. It’s a<br />

comfortable, friendly hotel with Neilson staff on hand to offer great<br />

service and advice when required. Its cosy bar is a popular meeting<br />

place at the end of the day. Later, many guests choose to take<br />

advantage of its central location and explore the numerous choice of<br />

shops, cafés, bars and clubs. It is located 100m from the main square of<br />

Kitzbühel with the nearest lifts at the Hahnenkamm ski school meeting<br />

point 800m away. <strong>The</strong> ski bus stops 30m from the hotel.<br />

FACILITIES†: Lounge area with<br />

satellite TV & DVD player •Bar with<br />

tab paying system •Restaurant<br />

•Games room with pool table, table<br />

football and TV •Internet access •Ski<br />

storage room<br />

FOR FAMILIES: Children’s menus<br />

•Early dinners •Family room with TV<br />

& video<br />

ROOMS (1-4 PEOPLE): Single, twin,<br />

double (two single beds made up as<br />

a double), triple and four bedded<br />

rooms with ensuite shower and wc.<br />

Rooms with a bath at a supplement.<br />

Smaller rooms and rooms with a<br />

smaller bathroom available at a<br />

reduction.<br />

ROOMS (2-5 PEOPLE): Three larger<br />

four bedded rooms with bath or<br />

shower and wc. Two twin bedded<br />

rooms sharing an interconnecting<br />

bathroom with bath, shower and wc<br />

available at a supplement. On the<br />

ground floor a twin bedded room<br />

and interconnecting room with a<br />

single and two bunk beds sharing a<br />

bathroom with shower and wc and<br />

a triple bedded room and<br />

connecting single bedded room<br />

with shower and wc.<br />

possible extra bed with flatscreen<br />

satellite TV, radio, telephone,<br />

minibar, hairdryer, safe, bathrobes,<br />

bath, wc and balcony. Larger (42m2 )<br />

‘Panorama’ rooms with a view over<br />

Kitzbühel available at a supplement.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board. Hot and<br />

cold buffet breakfast and five-course<br />

gourmet evening meal inc. salad<br />

buffet. Christmas meal and New<br />

Year gala dinner inc. champagne<br />

reception, six course meal, live<br />

music, midnight buffet and<br />

fireworks.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 150<br />

PROPERTY CODE: W02H40<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board. Buffet<br />

breakfast with hot options.<br />

Continental breakfast served until<br />

10.30am for your occasional lie in.<br />

Plated or buffet style evening meals<br />

served 7 nights a week. Christmas &<br />

New Year meals included.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 45<br />

Please note: this is a non-smoking<br />

property.<br />

PROPERTY CODE:<br />

W02H28/H29/HL8/HS8<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk/kitzbuhelkirchberg call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

Neilson Rating ••••+<br />

INDOOR POOL<br />

WELLNESS AREA<br />

GOOD FOR FAMILIES<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free use of hotel shuttle<br />

bus service<br />

Recently refurbished<br />

Free use of panoramic<br />

rooftop pool<br />

Free use of wellness<br />

area with indoor &<br />

outdoor sauna, steam<br />

rooms & fitness room<br />

A handpicked selection of hotels<br />

offering first class spa facilities<br />

Neilson Rating •••<br />

CENTRAL LOCATION<br />

GOOD FOR GROUPS<br />

FOUR OR MORE<br />

FREE CHILD PLACES<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Sleeps 88-110 people<br />

Single room available at<br />

no supplement<br />

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252<br />

AUSTRIA – KITZBÜHEL & KIRCHBERG<br />

HOTEL MARIA THERESIA (KITZBÜHEL)<br />

Ideally located 200m from the resort centre, this hotel offers<br />

comfortable accommodation and lots of character. <strong>The</strong> Hahnenkamm<br />

gondola and ski school meeting point is 600m away.<br />

FACILITIES†: Refurbished restaurant<br />

•Bar •Refurbished lounge •Free use<br />

of wellness area with two saunas,<br />

hot tub and relaxation room<br />

•Massage<br />

FOR FAMILIES: Special menus<br />

ROOMS (2-3 PEOPLE): Austrian<br />

twin rooms with extra bed/sofa bed,<br />

telephone, cable TV, bath or shower<br />

& wc. Single rooms available on<br />

request at a supplement.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board. Buffet<br />

breakfast and four-course evening<br />

meal with choice of main. Christmas<br />

Gala dinner & New Year Gala dinner<br />

with live music, dancing and<br />

midnight snacks included.<br />

HOTEL BRUGGERHOF (KITZBÜHEL)<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 75<br />

PROPERTY CODE: W02H27<br />

<strong>The</strong> Bruggerhof has undergone a major refurbishment and now offers a<br />

brand new indoor pool and wellness area. It is located on the outskirts<br />

of Kitzbühel close to the Schwarzsee lake, 2.5km from the resort centre<br />

and ski lifts. <strong>The</strong> ski bus stops directly outside.<br />

FACILITIES†: Two lounges •Bar<br />

•Restaurant •Free use of indoor pool<br />

•Free use of sauna, steam room &<br />

hot tub •Massage & beauty<br />

treatments<br />

ROOMS (2-3 PEOPLE): Austrian<br />

twin rooms which can take an extra<br />

bed/sofa bed with cable TV,<br />

telephone, safe, radio, hairdryer,<br />

bath or shower and wc.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board. Buffet<br />

breakfast and four-course evening<br />

meal. Weekly themed buffet.<br />

Christmas & New Year meals<br />

included.<br />

HOTEL ASTORIA (KITZBÜHEL)<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 28<br />

PROPERTY CODE: W02H30<br />

<strong>The</strong> stylish and relaxing Hotel Astoria provides a charming and homely<br />

atmosphere 1km away from the centre of Kitzbühel, approx a 10 min<br />

walk away. Completely refurbished, the traditional atmosphere of the<br />

resort is reflected through the elegant décor. <strong>The</strong> traditional Austrian<br />

piano lounge/bar is a great place for relaxation after a long day on the<br />

slopes. <strong>The</strong> ski lifts are 1.5km away, served by the ski bus which stops<br />

10m away.<br />

FACILITIES: Piano lounge/bar<br />

•Restaurants •Free use of spa area<br />

with sauna, steam room & hot tub<br />

•Massage & beauty treatments<br />

ROOMS (2-3 PEOPLE): Austrian<br />

twin rooms with satellite TV,<br />

telephone, hairdryer, internet access,<br />

shower and wc. Austrian twin rooms<br />

which can sleep a third person and<br />

larger, superior rooms with a<br />

balcony available at a supplement.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board. Buffet<br />

breakfast and six course evening<br />

meal. Christmas & New Year meals<br />

included.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 48<br />

PROPERTY CODE: W02H35<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk/kitzbuhelkirchberg call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

Neilson Rating •••+<br />

CENTRAL LOCATION<br />

WELLNESS AREA<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free use of wellness<br />

area with two saunas,<br />

hot tub & relaxation<br />

room.<br />

Neilson Rating ••••<br />

WELLNESS AREA<br />

INDOOR POOL<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Special discount: 2-5yrs<br />

£250 HS; £150 LS<br />

Neilson Rating ••••<br />

WELLNESS AREA<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free daily après ski<br />

snacks<br />

Free use of spa area<br />

with sauna, steam room<br />

& hot tub<br />

Special discount: 2-5yrs:<br />

£250 HS; £150 LS


SPECIAL OFFER – PRE-BOOK 2 ADULTS <strong>SKI</strong> SCHOOL & RECEIVE 1 FREE CHILD <strong>SKI</strong> SCHOOL<br />

Basic Holiday Prices in £s per adult from<br />

the amounts shown.<br />

Hotel Schloss Lebenberg<br />

W02H40 Half Board Room 2/3<br />

Nts<br />

7<br />

19 Dec-<br />

25 Dec<br />

1049<br />

26 Dec-<br />

01 Jan<br />

1669<br />

02 Jan-<br />

22 Jan<br />

979<br />

23 Jan-<br />

05 Feb<br />

1109<br />

06 Feb-<br />

12 Feb<br />

1149<br />

13 Feb-<br />

19 Feb<br />

1419<br />

20 Feb-<br />

05 Mar<br />

859<br />

06 Mar-<br />

19 Mar<br />

845<br />

20 Mar-<br />

26 Mar<br />

845<br />

27 Mar-<br />

02 Apr<br />

999<br />

03 Apr-<br />

09 Apr<br />

939<br />

Supplements in £s per person per night from:<br />

(Unless otherwise stated)<br />

Room 2/3: Sole use of twin £121, Larger room £34<br />

Child %<br />

discount<br />

25%<br />

Hotel Tyrol<br />

W02H28/HS8/HL8 Half Board Room 2/3 7 689 849 469 505 579 979 579 539 505 629 649<br />

Room 2/3: Single room £Nil, Sole use of twin £27, Private<br />

bath £2, Smaller bathroom redn. £1, Smaller room redn. £1,<br />

3rd & 4th Adult redn. £4<br />

20%<br />

Tyrol (Family Rooms)<br />

W02H29 Half Board Room 2/5 7 605 745 419 445 499 875 495 465 445 565 579 Room 2/5: Private bath £2, Inter-connecting £1, 4 share £9,<br />

3 share £24, 2 share £54<br />

20%<br />

Hotel Maria <strong>The</strong>resia<br />

W02H27 Half Board Room 2/3 7 839 1199 609 689 809 1089 729 699 699 769 779 Room 2/3: Single room £22, Sole use of twin £73, 3rd & 4th<br />

Adult redn. £16<br />

35%<br />

Hotel Bruggerhof<br />

W02H30 Half Board Room 2/3 7 699 899 539 549 689 959 599 569 569 639 745 Room 2/3: Sole use of twin £59, 3rd & 4th Adult redn. £5 35%<br />

Hotel Astoria<br />

W02H35 Half Board Room 2 7 919 1269 739 769 899 1179 809 769 769 849 839 Room 2: Sole use of twin £85, Superior room £14, Larger<br />

room £6, 3rd & 4th Adult redn. £14<br />

35%<br />

Hotel Zentral<br />

W14H13 Half Board Room 2/4 7 739 899 559 569 665 1009 669 589 539 - - Room 2/4: Single room £6, Sole use of twin £55, 3rd & 4th<br />

Adult redn. £9<br />

35%<br />

Hotel Seehof<br />

W14H05 Half Board Room 2/3 7 589 769 479 489 579 879 569 509 509 - - Room 2/3: Sole use of twin £43, 3rd & 4th Adult redn. £3<br />

35%<br />

Prices are a guide only & will be confirmed on enquiry. Adult prices in £ sterling start from the amounts shown & apply to selected flight departures between each date range based on current charges & costs. Prices may go up or down & supplements (e.g. flight &/or fuel), or reductions may apply. Supplements ‘from’ are based on low season dates. For full details on how to price your holiday, charges,<br />

supplements & surcharges see ‘Your Holiday Price’ page 368. For important Holiday Information & Booking Conditions see pages 368 - 385. †Some facilities may incur a local charge. LOW 02-29Jan,13Mar-02Apr.MID 19-25Dec,30Jan-12Feb,20Feb-12Mar,03-10Apr.HIGH 26 Dec - 01 Jan, 13 - 19 Feb. NS253a<br />

LIFT PASS (6 DAYS) LS HS<br />

Adult (born before 31/12/90) ..................... £144 £168<br />

Youth (born 01/01/91 - 31/12/93) ............. £118 £134<br />

Child (born 01/01/94 - 31/12/03) .............. £73 £84<br />

HS - 19 Dec - 19 Mar. LS - All other dates. Lift pass covers<br />

Kitzbhel, Kirchberg, Jochberg, Pass Thurn and Mittersill /<br />

Hollersbach. Lift pass entitles 50% discount on entrance to<br />

Aquarena swimming complex. Free lift pass for children born<br />

after 01/01/2004. Proof of age (passport) may be required for<br />

child & youth lift passes. Includes handsfree keycard.<br />

<strong>SKI</strong>ER’S PACK (6 DAYS) LS HS<br />

Adult - Complete Beginner†† ..................... £338 £360<br />

Adult - Intermediate ................................... £348 £370<br />

Youth - Complete Beginner†† ..................... £283 £298<br />

Youth - Intermediate .................................. £293 £308<br />

Child - Complete Beginner†† ...................... £223 £234<br />

Child - Intermediate .................................... £233 £244<br />

Ski Pack Ages: Adult = (born before 31/12/90), Youth =<br />

(born 01/01/91 - 31/12/93), Child = (born 01/01/96 -<br />

31/12/03). Includes: 6 days x 4hrs tuition, 6 days lift pass & 6<br />

days standard ski & boot hire. HS - 19 Dec - 19 Mar. LS - All<br />

other dates. Includes handsfree keycard<br />

KITZBÜHEL & KIRCHBERG – AUSTRIA<br />

HOTEL ZENTRAL (KIRCHBERG)<br />

Situated in a quiet location in the resort centre, this family-run hotel<br />

offers very comfortable accommodation and great facilities including a<br />

recently built wellness area. <strong>The</strong> Fleckalmbahn gondola is 1.5km away<br />

and the Gaisberg lift 400m away, while ski school meets 150m away.<br />

<strong>The</strong> ski bus stops 100m away.<br />

FACILITIES†: Bar •Restaurant<br />

•Lounge with TV •Free use of<br />

wellness area with two saunas,<br />

steam room, herbal steam room,<br />

infra-red cabin, relaxation area with<br />

water beds •Table tennis •Pool table<br />

•Heated ski storage •WiFi<br />

FOR FAMILIES: Early suppers<br />

•Special menus •Children’s<br />

playroom<br />

ROOMS (2-4 PEOPLE): Spacious<br />

Austrian twin rooms, some which<br />

can take one or two extra beds/sofa<br />

beds with satellite TV, telephone,<br />

safe, bath or shower and wc, and<br />

balcony. Single rooms at a<br />

supplement.<br />

HOTEL SEEHOF (KIRCHBERG)<br />

<strong>SNOWBOARD</strong>ER’S PACK (6 DAYS) LS HS<br />

Adult - Complete Beginner†† ..................... £369 £391<br />

Adult - Intermediate ................................... £354 £376<br />

Child - Complete Beginner†† ...................... £286 £297<br />

Child - Intermediate .................................... £271 £282<br />

Snowboard Pack Ages: Adult = (born before 31/12/90),<br />

Child = (born 01/01/96 - 31/12/02). Includes: Complete<br />

Beginner = 5 days x 4hrs tuition, 6 days lift pass & 6 days<br />

standard snowboard & boot hire. Intermediate+ = 3 days x<br />

4hrs tuition, 6 days lift pass & 6 days standard snowboard &<br />

boot hire. HS - 19 Dec - 19 Mar. LS - All other dates. Includes<br />

handsfree keycard<br />

KITZBÜHEL <strong>SKI</strong> PACK<br />

- For Kirchberg see reservations system<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board. Buffet<br />

breakfast and four-course evening<br />

meal with a choice of main and daily<br />

salad buffet. Christmas & New Year<br />

meals included.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 72<br />

PROPERTY CODE: W14H13<br />

Located 500m from the resort centre and 500m from the nearest lift,<br />

the Seehof is a friendly, family-run hotel offering a welcoming base. <strong>The</strong><br />

ski bus stops 250m away and snow conditions dependent, it is possible<br />

to ski back to the hotel.<br />

FACILITIES†: Bar •Restaurant<br />

•Lounge with open fire •Breakfast<br />

room •Dining room •Free use of<br />

sauna •Hot tub •Small gym •Table<br />

tennis<br />

FOR FAMILIES: Early suppers<br />

•Children’s playroom<br />

ROOMS (2-3 PEOPLE): Austrian<br />

twin rooms, some with an extra<br />

bed/sofa bed, cable TV, radio,<br />

telephone, shower, wc and balcony.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board. Buffet<br />

breakfast and three-course evening<br />

meal with a choice of main and daily<br />

salad buffet. Weekly fondue evening.<br />

Christmas & New Year meals<br />

included.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 30<br />

PROPERTY CODE: W14H05<br />

<strong>SKI</strong>/BOARD EQUIPMENT (6 DAYS) ADULT YOUTH* CHILD*<br />

Skis & boots standard ...................... £107 £67 £65<br />

Skis & boots superior ....................... £141 - -<br />

Skis only standard ............................ £73 £44 £38<br />

Skis only superior ............................. £108 - -<br />

Snowboard & boots standard ......... £101 £8 5-<br />

Snowboard only standard ............... £77 £60 -<br />

Helmet** .......................................... - - FREE<br />

SPECIAL OFFER: Ski/board rental includes slopeside<br />

storage.<br />

*Child skis & boots = skis upto 135cm (average 4-7yrs),<br />

*Youth skis & boots = 135-150cm (average 8-14yrs), *Youth<br />

board & boots = 8-14yrs.<br />

**Child equipment hire includes helmet hire.<br />

Neilson Rating ••••<br />

CENTRAL LOCATION<br />

WELLNESS AREA<br />

GOOD FOR GROUPS<br />

FOUR OR MORE<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free use of 200m 2<br />

wellness area with two<br />

saunas, steam room,<br />

herbal steam room,<br />

infrared cabin and<br />

relaxation area with<br />

water beds<br />

Neilson Rating •••<br />

<strong>SKI</strong> TO YOUR DOOR<br />

<strong>SKI</strong>/BOARD TUITION<br />

Adult ski school (6x4hrs) ............................................ £110<br />

Child ski school (6x4hrs) ............................................. £110<br />

Snowboard school (5x4hrs) ........................................ £142<br />

Snowboard school (3x4hrs) ........................................ £117<br />

SPECIAL OFFER: Pre-book 2 adults ski school and<br />

receive 1 free child ski school.<br />

Child ski school = 4-14yrs. Snowboard school = 8yrs+.<br />

IMPORTANT: †† Complete beginner = Ability Level 0, Intermediate = Ability Level 1-4. Ability levels must be stated at the time of booking - see page 13 for details. Special Offers may be withdrawn at any time. Prices are in £s and are approximate - please see reservation system, our website or call us for more details.<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk/kitzbuhelkirchberg call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free use of sauna<br />

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254<br />

AUSTRIA – SAALBACH & HINTERGLEMM<br />

“Both villages are<br />

largely traffic-free,<br />

making wandering<br />

between tempting<br />

konditorei, cosy<br />

stüberls and lively<br />

bars a delight at the<br />

end of the day.”<br />

BEGINNERS<br />

INTERMEDIATES<br />

ADVANCED<br />

OFF-PISTE<br />

NON <strong>SKI</strong>ERS<br />

FAMILIES<br />

NIGHTLIFE<br />

MOUNTAIN<br />

Skiing Altitude 930m–2095m<br />

Resort Altitude 1000m<br />

Pistes 200km<br />

Number of Runs 68<br />

45% 48% 7%<br />

Number of lifts 54<br />

Drags 25 / Chairs 16 / Gondolas 14<br />

Longest Run 8km<br />

Direction of Slopes N,S,E,W<br />

Terrain Parks yes<br />

Cross Country Trails 11km<br />

Night Skiing yes<br />

Mountain Restaurants 41<br />

Snowmaking 33% runs covered<br />

Resort Ski Bus yes<br />

FAMILY<br />

Fair Excellent<br />

Babycare 0-23m (Saalbach)<br />

See Hotel Ellmauhof (Hinterglemm)<br />

Crèche 2-5yrs (Saalbach)<br />

See Hotel Ellmauhof &<br />

Hotel Alpine Palace (Hinterglemm)<br />

Ski Kindergarten 2-4yrs (Saalbach)<br />

3-4yrs (Hinterglemm)<br />

pre-bookable, p261<br />

TRAVEL<br />

Departure Airports Gatwick,<br />

Birmingham, Bristol, Manchester<br />

Destination Airports Salzburg<br />

Season 20 Dec–3 Apr<br />

Departure Day Saturday<br />

Flight Guide See page 384<br />

Transfer Time 2hrs<br />

Private taxi transfers available -<br />

please call us for details<br />

Self Drive See page 368<br />

SPECIAL OFFER<br />

Pre-book 2 adult lift passes and receive 1<br />

free child lift pass (for 13 Mar - 3 Apr<br />

arrivals only)<br />

FREE CHILD LIFT PASS OFFER • <strong>SKI</strong> LEADING • LIVELY NIGHTLIFE<br />

• GOOD FOR FAMILIES • SELF DRIVE<br />

Saalbach and Hinterglemm are<br />

attractive villages sitting side-by-side<br />

in the heart of picturesque<br />

Salzburgerland. <strong>The</strong>y offer quick<br />

access, via an impressive lift system,<br />

to a large, well-linked ski area known<br />

as the ‘Ski Circus’. With over 200km<br />

of runs, it is one of the best-suited<br />

areas for keen intermediates who will<br />

struggle to cover every run in a week.<br />

Both villages are largely traffic-free<br />

making wandering between<br />

tempting konditorei, cosy stüberls<br />

and lively bars a delight at the end of<br />

llmaualm<br />

559m<br />

Schattberg Ost<br />

2020m<br />

4<br />

6<br />

Seekar<br />

Schattberg<br />

West 2096m<br />

Schattberg Express<br />

High speed gondola<br />

Zwölfer<br />

1984m<br />

Gaisstein<br />

2363m<br />

Winklerhof<br />

Vorderglemm<br />

the day. Après-ski is buzzing straight<br />

off the slopes and later on in the bars<br />

and clubs in both centres, although<br />

Saalbach is generally livelier than its<br />

neighbour. For non-skiers, there are<br />

many snow-cleared paths for scenic<br />

walks, a variety of resort activities on<br />

offer and day excursions to the<br />

beautiful city of Salzburg. Charming<br />

resort centres, quality<br />

accommodation and a fantastic<br />

variety of runs make this area one of<br />

our favourites.<br />

Schusterkogel<br />

2208m<br />

SAALBACH<br />

1003 m<br />

HINTERGLEMM<br />

1050m<br />

Gamshag<br />

2178m<br />

Tristkogel<br />

2096m<br />

Sonnhof<br />

3<br />

Sportalm<br />

Sonnalm<br />

Asteralm<br />

Hochwartalm<br />

Staffkogel<br />

2115m<br />

6<br />

3<br />

4<br />

6<br />

6<br />

Sonnspitze<br />

2062m<br />

Kohlmaiskopf<br />

1794m<br />

Bründlkopf<br />

1879m<br />

Wildseeloder<br />

2117m<br />

Spieleckkogel<br />

1998m<br />

Reichkendlkopf<br />

6 1942m<br />

Hasenauer Köpfl<br />

1791m<br />

Reiterkogel 1819m<br />

4<br />

2<br />

Bernkogel<br />

1740m<br />

6<br />

ACTIVITIES<br />

• Tobogganing<br />

• Sleigh Rides<br />

• Snowshoeing<br />

• Ice Skating<br />

• Paragliding<br />

• Tennis<br />

• Swimming Pool<br />

• Night Skiing<br />

• Piste basher rides<br />

• Ice karting<br />

• Quad biking<br />

Bärnalm<br />

Wildenkarkogel<br />

1910m<br />

Gr. Asitz<br />

1914m<br />

4 6<br />

Kl. Asitz<br />

1795m<br />

6<br />

Wilder Kaiser<br />

Kitzbüheler Horn<br />

1996m<br />

Spielberghorn<br />

2044m<br />

8<br />

To Leogang<br />

LIFT PASS & TUITION<br />

PRICE PROMISE<br />

See page 371<br />

FLOODLIT TOBOGGANING<br />

Gliding down a floodlit<br />

toboggan track is great fun.<br />

Saalbach and Hinterglemm<br />

have four floodlit toboggan<br />

runs between them so you can<br />

make the most of your day and<br />

still fit in some evening fun.<br />

RIDE A PISTE BASHER<br />

Ever wondered how the pistes<br />

look so good in the morning?<br />

Take a ride in a piste basher or<br />

have a go at driving it yourself<br />

and discover how it’s done.<br />

ICE KARTING & QUAD BIKING<br />

Petroel heads will love go<br />

karting on ice. Speed,<br />

adrenaline and lots of fun.<br />

<strong>The</strong>re is also a quad bike course<br />

and guided quad bike tours<br />

into the back country.


SAALBACH & HINTERGLEMM – AUSTRIA<br />

ALPIN RESORT SPORT & SPA (SAALBACH)<br />

This popular hotel offers an extremely high standard of<br />

accommodation, an endless list of facilities and enjoys a fantastic<br />

location in the resort centre, close to all resort amenities. <strong>The</strong> ski school<br />

meeting point and ski hire shop are just metres away and depending on<br />

snow conditions, it is possible to ski back to the hotel. <strong>The</strong> Schattberg<br />

cable car is 200m away and the ski bus stop 50m away.<br />

FACILITIES†: Bar •Lounge •Two<br />

dining rooms •Restaurant and selfservice<br />

bar serving free soft drinks,<br />

tea & coffee (8am-10pm) •Wine<br />

cellar •Free internet access •Heated<br />

ski storage<br />

SPA FEATURES†: Free use of indoor<br />

pool, outdoor Finnish sauna, indoor<br />

bio-sauna, ice plunge pool, steam<br />

room & fitness room •Massage<br />

treatments & beauty treatment<br />

centre<br />

Important information about spa<br />

facilities - see page 375.<br />

FOR FAMILIES: Children’s play area<br />

•Special menus •Early suppers •Free<br />

use of baby monitors •Free billiards,<br />

darts and video games<br />

HOTEL ROOMS (2-3 PEOPLE):<br />

Austrian twin rooms (25m 2 ) with<br />

possible extra bed situated on the<br />

top floor with sloping ceilings, bath<br />

or shower, wc, hairdryer, bathrobes,<br />

safe, cable TV, radio, telephone and<br />

minibar. Single rooms (18m 2 ) with a<br />

French double bed and balcony at a<br />

supplement.<br />

JUNIOR SUITES (2-4 PEOPLE):<br />

'Classic' or 'Silence' Junior suites<br />

(35m 2 ) with Austrian twin beds and<br />

and a double sofa bed in the lounge<br />

area, bath or shower, wc and<br />

balcony are at a supplement. Deluxe<br />

'Relax' junior suites, (38m 2 ) with<br />

kingsize bed, bath and separate<br />

shower, flatscreen TV & CD player at<br />

a supplement.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board. Buffet<br />

breakfast with hot options cooked to<br />

order and four or five course dinner<br />

or speciality buffets. Weekly fondue<br />

evening. Christmas gala dinner and<br />

New Year gala dinner with midnight<br />

buffet included.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★★ Superior<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 80<br />

PROPERTY CODE: W17H05<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk/saalbachhinterglemm call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

Neilson Rating ••••+<br />

CENTRAL LOCATION<br />

INDOOR POOL<br />

WELLNESS AREA<br />

GOOD FOR FAMILIES<br />

FAMILY ROOMS<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free €120 drinks<br />

voucher per full paying<br />

guest to be used in<br />

hotel bar for arrivals 9-<br />

23 Jan<br />

Free daily cake buffet<br />

and après-ski snacks<br />

Free soft drinks, tea &<br />

coffee from restaurant<br />

bar (8am-10pm)<br />

Free daily<br />

replenishment of soft<br />

drinks in minibar<br />

Free daily international<br />

newspapers<br />

Free internet access<br />

Free use of indoor pool<br />

& wellness area<br />

Special Discount 2-5yrs:<br />

£150 HS; £50 LS<br />

A handpicked selection of hotels<br />

offering first class spa facilities<br />

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AUSTRIA – SAALBACH & HINTERGLEMM<br />

HOTEL SONNE (SAALBACH)<br />

Situated on the outskirts of Saalbach, 800m from the resort centre and<br />

Schattberg gondola, this well-appointed, family-run hotel offers a very<br />

good standard of accommodation and has all that you need to relax<br />

after a day on the slopes, from après-ski snacks served in the cosy<br />

lounge to an indoor pool and wellness area. <strong>The</strong> hotel runs a free<br />

shuttle bus service throughout the day to bring you to and from the<br />

slopes, or the ski bus stops 100m away.<br />

FACILITIES†: Lobby •Two lounges<br />

•Two restaurants •Bar •Sun terrace<br />

•Free use of indoor pool, hot tub,<br />

steam room, sauna & fitness room<br />

•Massage & beauty treatments •Ski<br />

lockers •Wifi<br />

FOR FAMILIES: Special children’s<br />

menu •Early dinners •Playroom<br />

ROOMS (2-4 PEOPLE): 'Saalbach'<br />

Austrian twin rooms (23m 2 ) that can<br />

take an extra sofa bed with cable TV,<br />

radio, fridge, hairdryer, bath or<br />

shower, wc and balcony. Larger<br />

'Hinterglemm' rooms (30m 2 ) that<br />

can take an extra two beds with<br />

bath and separate wc at a<br />

supplement. Double rooms (22m 2 )<br />

with French bed available for sole<br />

use at a supplement.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board. Buffet<br />

breakfast & five-course evening<br />

dinner with a choice of main dishes.<br />

Children up to 14 yrs have a<br />

separate children's menu. Weekly<br />

fondue evening, gala dinner, Italian<br />

& Farmer's buffet. Christmas dinner<br />

& New Year Gala dinner with live<br />

music & midnight buffet included.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 56<br />

PROPERTY CODE: W17H06<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk/saalbachhinterglemm call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

Neilson Rating ••••<br />

INDOOR POOL<br />

WELLNESS AREA<br />

FOUR OR MORE<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free €120 drinks<br />

voucher per full paying<br />

guest to be used in<br />

hotel bar for arrivals 9-<br />

23 Jan & 13 Mar-3 Apr<br />

Free daily après-ski<br />

snacks<br />

Free hotel shuttle bus<br />

Free soft drinks in<br />

minibar on arrival<br />

Free use of indoor pool,<br />

sauna, steam room, hot<br />

tub and fitness room<br />

Special discount 2-5yrs:<br />

£150 HS; £50 LS


SAALBACH & HINTERGLEMM – AUSTRIA<br />

HOTEL PANTHER (SAALBACH)<br />

Enjoying an enviable position in Saalbach’s pedestrianised centre, just<br />

50m from the Bernkogel, Maiskogel & Sonnleit ski lifts, 200m from the<br />

Schaatberg Express and literally on the doorstep of the many shops,<br />

bars and restaurants Saalbach has to offer.<br />

FACILITIES†: Restaurant •Lounge<br />

•Bar •Internet café •Free use of<br />

indoor pool, sauna, steam room &<br />

fitness room •Massage treatments<br />

ROOMS (2-4 PEOPLE): Austrian<br />

twin rooms (22m 2 ) which can take<br />

one or two extra beds/sofa beds<br />

with shower and wc, cable TV, Wifi,<br />

radio, telephone, safe and hairdryer.<br />

Superior, larger rooms (25m 2 ) with<br />

sitting area, bath or shower, wc and<br />

balcony or loggia available at a<br />

supplement.<br />

HOTEL POST (SAALBACH)<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board. Buffet<br />

breakfast and five-course evening<br />

meal with choice of main and salad<br />

buffet. Weekly buffet evening.<br />

Christmas gala dinner & New Year's<br />

Eve gala dinner & midnight buffet<br />

included.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 65<br />

PROPERTY CODE: W17H08<br />

<strong>The</strong> Post is situated in the heart of Saalbach’s lively resort centre giving<br />

easy access to the wide range of shops, restaurants and après-ski bars.<br />

<strong>The</strong> nearest ski lift is 150m away and, given good snow conditions, it’s<br />

possible to ski back to the hotel. All of this coupled with high standards<br />

of service, a friendly atmosphere and excellent facilities make this hotel<br />

one of the top choices in resort.<br />

FACILITIES†: Three restaurants •Bar<br />

•Two lounges<br />

SPA FEATURES†: Free use of indoor<br />

& outdoor pool, sauna, steam room<br />

& fitness room (3.30pm-8pm)<br />

•Massage & beauty treatments<br />

Important information about spa<br />

facilities - see page 375<br />

FOR FAMILIES: Baby listening •Early<br />

dinners •Children’s menu<br />

ROOMS (2-3 PEOPLE): Individually<br />

furnished Austrian twin rooms<br />

(27m 2 ) which can take an extra bed<br />

(for a child only) with flatscreen<br />

satellite TV, Wifi, safe, hairdryer,<br />

bathrobes, slippers, bath or shower<br />

and separate wc<br />

JUNIOR SUITE (2-4 PEOPLE):<br />

'Posthof' Junior Suites (35m 2 ) with<br />

Austrian twin beds, sofa bed in the<br />

sitting area and balcony at a<br />

supplement. Larger 'Villa Gloria'<br />

Junior Suites (42m 2 ) with Austrian<br />

twins & double sofa bed, separate<br />

shower, separate wc and balcony at<br />

a supplement.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board. Buffet<br />

breakfast and five-course evening<br />

meal with salad buffet. Christmas<br />

dinner & New Year Gala dinner with<br />

live music & midnight buffet.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★★ Superior<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 45<br />

PROPERTY CODE: W17H17<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk/saalbachhinterglemm call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

Neilson Rating ••••<br />

CENTRAL LOCATION<br />

INDOOR POOL<br />

WELLNESS AREA<br />

FOUR OR MORE<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free daily après-ski<br />

snacks for guests<br />

arriving 19 Dec-30 Jan<br />

inclusive<br />

Free use of indoor pool,<br />

sauna, steam room &<br />

fitness room<br />

Neilson Rating ••••+<br />

CENTRAL LOCATION<br />

INDOOR POOL<br />

OUTDOOR POOL<br />

WELLNESS AREA<br />

FOUR OR MORE<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free use of indoor &<br />

outdoor pool, wellness<br />

area with sauna, steam<br />

room and fitness area<br />

(3.30pm-8pm)<br />

A handpicked selection of hotels<br />

offering first class spa facilities<br />

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AUSTRIA – SAALBACH & HINTERGLEMM<br />

NEILSON CHALET JULIANE (SAALBACH)<br />

Chalet Juliane enjoys one of the best locations in Saalbach. Just a<br />

minute’s walk from the Kohlmais gondola and chairlift and 75m from<br />

the resort’s beautiful pedestrianised centre.<br />

ACCOMMODATION:<br />

LOWER GROUND FLOOR: Four<br />

bedded room with shower and wc.<br />

Two single bedrooms sharing two<br />

showers and wc.<br />

GROUND FLOOR: Entrance hall and<br />

dining room with TV and video.<br />

FIRST FLOOR: One twin room with<br />

ensuite shower and wc. Two twin<br />

bedrooms with extra bed, shower,<br />

wc and balcony. One twin bedroom<br />

with bath, shower and wc. A single<br />

bedroom with shower, wc &<br />

balcony.<br />

SECOND FLOOR (SLOPING<br />

CEILINGS): Small twin bedroom<br />

and twin bedroom with extra bed,<br />

which share a small central lounge<br />

area, shower and wc. Rooms with<br />

private facilities and rooms with a<br />

balcony carry a supplement.<br />

HOTEL CENTRAL (SAALBACH)<br />

<strong>The</strong> recently refurbished Hotel Central provides a comfortable, good<br />

value base in the centre of Saalbach. Its convenient location means ski<br />

school is just a few minutes' walk away, the Schattberg Express gondola<br />

200m away and the ski stop just 50m away. <strong>The</strong> resort’s great choice of<br />

shops, bars and restaurants are within a few minutes' walk.<br />

FACILITIES†: Breakfast room •Lively<br />

cellar bar<br />

ROOMS (2-3 PEOPLE): Austrian<br />

twin rooms (approx 18m 2 ), some of<br />

which can take an extra bed for a<br />

child only, with shower, wc and<br />

cable TV.<br />

ROOMS (3-4 PEOPLE): Austrian<br />

twin room and sitting area with two<br />

sofa beds (30m 2 ), shower, wc and<br />

cable TV.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Bed & Breakfast.<br />

Buffet breakfast.<br />

HOTEL AUSTRIA (HINTERGLEMM)<br />

BOARD BASIS: Chalet Board. Daily<br />

breakfast & afternoon tea with<br />

freshly baked cake, home-cooked<br />

three course meal on six nights with<br />

wine and after dinner coffee.<br />

Chalet staff live in.<br />

Children are welcome when part of<br />

a group booking the whole chalet.<br />

Generous discounts or free places<br />

may apply when sharing a room<br />

with 2 adults.<br />

PROPERTY CODE: W17C01/CS1<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 13<br />

PROPERTY CODE: W17H29<br />

This friendly, family-run hotel offers good standard accommodation and<br />

a friendly atmosphere. Built in a traditional alpine style, the hotel is<br />

situated midway between Saalbach and Hinterglemm with the nearest<br />

lift 300m away. Hinterglemm village centre is 2km away and is served<br />

by the local ski bus that stops outside the hotel (10 mins to<br />

Hinterglemm, 15 mins to Saalbach)<br />

FACILITIES†: Bar •Restaurant<br />

•Lounge/reading area •New<br />

wellness area with saunas, steam<br />

room and relaxation area<br />

ROOMS (2 PEOPLE): Refurbished<br />

Austrian twin rooms with TV,<br />

hairdryer, shower, wc and balcony.<br />

Single rooms with a balcony at no<br />

supplement.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board. Breakfast<br />

is buffet style & dinner is buffet style<br />

or two courses with salad buffet.<br />

Christmas & New Year meals<br />

included.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 60<br />

PROPERTY CODE: W04H18<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk/saalbachhinterglemm call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

Neilson Rating •••+<br />

CENTRAL LOCATION<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Sleeps 17-22 people<br />

10 bedrooms<br />

Free afternoon tea<br />

Free wine served with<br />

dinner<br />

Unique and charming catered chalets<br />

located in the best resorts<br />

Neilson Rating •••<br />

CENTRAL LOCATION<br />

GOOD FOR GROUPS<br />

FOUR OR MORE<br />

VALUE<br />

No frills accommodation at a cheaper price<br />

– where it's the skiing that really counts!<br />

Neilson Rating •••+<br />

WELLNESS AREA<br />

GOOD FOR GROUPS<br />

FOUR OR MORE<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Single room at no<br />

supplement all season<br />

VALUE<br />

No frills accommodation at a cheaper price<br />

– where it's the skiing that really counts!


Artist’s Impression<br />

Artist’s Impression Artist’s Impression<br />

SAALBACH & HINTERGLEMM – AUSTRIA<br />

BLUMENHOTEL HINTERGLEMM (HINTERGLEMM)<br />

Formerly known as Hotel Tirolerhof, this property has a planned rebuild<br />

and refurbishment for Winter 09/10. <strong>The</strong> new hotel aims to combine<br />

modern contemporary design with traditional Austrian hospitality.<br />

Situated just 50m from the Reiterkogel gondola and ski school meeting<br />

point, 100m from the Bergfried lift and directly next to the Saalbach-<br />

Hinterglemm free ski bus stop. It is a superbly located property.<br />

PLANNED FACILITIES†: Planned bar<br />

•Planned restaurant •Planned Wifi<br />

•Free use of planned 750m 2<br />

wellness area with outdoor pool,<br />

saunas, steam room, fitness room<br />

and relaxation area<br />

PLANNED ROOMS (2-3 PEOPLE):<br />

Standard Austrian twin rooms<br />

(20m 2 ) with flatscreen TV,<br />

telephone, safe, hairdryer, bathrobes<br />

and slippers, bath or shower and<br />

wc, and balcony or terrace. Larger<br />

rooms (25m 2 ) with an extra bed and<br />

superior rooms (30m 2 ) available at a<br />

supplement.<br />

Artist’s Impression<br />

BERGER'S SPORTHOTEL (SAALBACH)<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board. Buffet<br />

breakfast and six-course dinner inc.<br />

salad and cheese buffet. Weekly<br />

speciality buffet, gala dinner and<br />

sparkling wine breakfast. Free daily<br />

après ski snacks. Christmas and New<br />

Year gala dinners included.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★★<br />

PLANNED NUMBER OF ROOMS: 47<br />

PROPERTY CODE: W04H19<br />

Centrally located in the village’s pedestrian zone, the Berger’s<br />

Sporthotel’s rich history adds to its charm and character. It is ideally<br />

located with a good choice of bars, restaurants and shops in the<br />

immediate vicinity. <strong>The</strong> Schattberg Xpress gondola is just 100m away,<br />

and the free ski bus stop 250m away, providing easy access to the<br />

slopes.<br />

FACILITIES†: Restaurant •À la carte<br />

restaurant •Lounge •Two bars<br />

•Prosecco bar/lounge •Free use of<br />

recently built indoor pool and<br />

wellness area with sauna, steam<br />

room and relaxation area •Massage<br />

& beauty treatments •Popular disco<br />

open late<br />

HOTEL ROOMS (2-4 PEOPLE):<br />

Austrian twin rooms situated in the<br />

main building which can take an<br />

extra one or two beds/sofa beds<br />

with cable TV, telephone, minibar,<br />

hairdryer, safe, bath and wc. Smaller<br />

rooms in the main building with a<br />

French double bed (1.5m x 2m),<br />

shower and wc available at a<br />

reduction.<br />

ANNEXE ROOMS (2-4 PEOPLE):<br />

Austrian twin rooms situated in the<br />

annexe 20m from the main hotel,<br />

some which can take one or two<br />

extra beds with the same facilities as<br />

main hotel rooms plus bath or<br />

shower, some with a balcony<br />

available at a reduction.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board. Buffet<br />

breakfast and five-course dinner<br />

with choice of main and salad<br />

buffet. Weekly Farmers’ buffet and<br />

weekly Gala dinner. Christmas &<br />

New Year meals included.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 60<br />

PROPERTY CODE: W17H04<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk/saalbachhinterglemm call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

Neilson Rating ••••<br />

CENTRAL LOCATION<br />

OUTDOOR POOL<br />

WELLNESS AREA<br />

FOUR OR MORE<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free daily après ski<br />

snacks<br />

Free entry to outdoor<br />

pool<br />

Free entry to wellness<br />

area<br />

Full refurbishment<br />

planned<br />

Special discount 2-5yrs:<br />

£150 HS; £50 LS<br />

Neilson Rating •••+<br />

CENTRAL LOCATION<br />

INDOOR POOL<br />

WELLNESS AREA<br />

GOOD FOR GROUPS<br />

FOUR OR MORE<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

One free 20 minute<br />

massage per room for<br />

all holidays booked<br />

before 1st Dec 2009<br />

Free use of new indoor<br />

pool and wellness area<br />

with sauna, steam room<br />

and relaxation area<br />

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AUSTRIA – SAALBACH & HINTERGLEMM<br />

HOTEL FERIENGUT ELLMAUHOF (HINTERGLEMM)<br />

<strong>The</strong> Ellmauhof is situated 700m from the resort centre in an elevated<br />

position. It offers ski in-ski out convenience and lots of family-focused<br />

facilities. Adjacent to the hotel, a gentle blue run leads to the bottom of<br />

the lifts where ski school meets or families can take the hotel’s free minitrain<br />

service.<br />

FACILITIES†: Lounge with wifi<br />

access •Restaurant •Bar •Sun terrace<br />

•Laundry service<br />

SPA FEATURES†: Free use of<br />

1,000m 2 Vital World Ellmau spa area<br />

with indoor pool (100m 2 ), waterfall<br />

and spa lounge •Free use of wellness<br />

centre with two saunas, steam<br />

room, panoramic relaxation rooms<br />

with waterbeds & fitness room<br />

•Massage and beauty treatments<br />

Important information about spa<br />

facilities - see page 375<br />

FOR FAMILIES: Free hotel-run<br />

childcare 2 yrs+ 09.00-21.00 (Sun-<br />

Fri) including lunch and juices all<br />

day •Childcare for children aged 1-2<br />

yrs available 09.00-21.00 (Sun-Fri)<br />

approx €20 per day including lunch<br />

•Babysitting for children under 1 yr<br />

•Free mini-train to ski school<br />

•Entertainment programme •Free<br />

use of children’s activity pool (26m 2 )<br />

& 40m waterslide •Free onsite farm<br />

•Free pony rides (3 yrs+) •Free use<br />

of Playstation •Playrooms<br />

•Playground •Free toboggans •Free<br />

snowshoes •Free use of indoor hall<br />

for volleyball, basketball, table tennis<br />

and aerobics •Buggies, baby<br />

monitors, baby baths available<br />

24hrs/day •Children’s menu<br />

•Milk/food heating area<br />

HOTEL JÄGERWIRT (SAALBACH)<br />

ROOMS (2-4 PEOPLE): Recently<br />

refurbished 'Pinzgau' rooms (38m2 )<br />

with Austrian twin beds which can<br />

take an extra bed or two bunk beds<br />

with cable TV, radio, telephone,<br />

microwave, kettle, safe, hairdryer,<br />

bathrobes, shower, separate wc and<br />

balcony or terrace.<br />

TWO ROOM SUITES (2-5 PEOPLE):<br />

(38m2 ) With an Austrian twin<br />

bedroom plus a separate living area<br />

with a set of bunk beds and a single<br />

bed at a supplement.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board. Buffet<br />

breakfast with hot options. Fourcourse<br />

evening meal with 3 choices<br />

of main and salad buffet. Weekly<br />

Farmer’s buffet, Italian buffet and<br />

fondue evening. Christmas dinner &<br />

New Year’s Eve dinner, party and<br />

midnight snacks included.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 44<br />

PROPERTY CODE: W04H16<br />

This traditional Austrian style property is situated in a quiet part of<br />

resort, 1km from the centre of Saalbach and 100m from the nearest<br />

slopes, while the local ski bus stops 50m away from the property.<br />

Conditions permitting it is possible to ski back to the hotel. <strong>The</strong> familyrun<br />

Jägerwirt offers a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere and is<br />

renowned for its excellent traditional and home-cooked food.<br />

FACILITIES†: Bar •Two restaurants<br />

•Lounge •Free use of sauna<br />

ROOMS (2-4 PEOPLE): Austrian<br />

twin rooms, some with an extra one<br />

or two beds/sofa beds, have cable<br />

TV, radio, telephone, bath or shower<br />

and wc.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board. Breakfast<br />

is buffet style and four course dinner<br />

with a choice of main and salad<br />

buffet. Weekly gala buffet.<br />

HOTEL REISINGER (HINTERGLEMM)<br />

Christmas gala dinner with sparkling<br />

wine & midnight snack buffet and<br />

New Year gala dinner with sparkling<br />

wine reception and fireworks<br />

included.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 19<br />

PROPERTY CODE: W17H20<br />

<strong>The</strong> Reisinger offers simple style accommodation in a great central<br />

location, close to several of Hinterglemm's après ski bars and just a few<br />

metres from the resort centre. <strong>The</strong> Reiterkogel gondola is 100m away<br />

and the ski bus stop 150m away.<br />

FACILITIES†: Restaurant •Bar<br />

ROOMS (2-3 PEOPLE): Austrian<br />

twin rooms with shower, wc, cable<br />

TV and telephone. Larger rooms<br />

which can take an extra bed and<br />

balcony at a supplement. Single<br />

rooms available at a supplement.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board. Buffet<br />

breakfast and three-course evening<br />

meal. Christmas & New Year meals<br />

included.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 27<br />

PROPERTY CODE: W04H01<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk/saalbachhinterglemm call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

Neilson Rating ••••+<br />

<strong>SKI</strong> IN <strong>SKI</strong> OUT<br />

INDOOR POOL<br />

WELLNESS AREA<br />

GOOD FOR FAMILIES<br />

CHILDREN’S CLUB<br />

FAMILY ROOMS<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free hotel-run childcare<br />

(from 2 yrs)<br />

Free daily après-ski<br />

snacks 3.30pm-5pm<br />

Free daily shuttle bus<br />

service (4x day) to<br />

resort centre<br />

Free mini train service<br />

to ski school<br />

Free use of 100m2 spa<br />

area and wellness area<br />

Free onsite farm<br />

Free toboggans &<br />

snowshoes<br />

A handpicked selection of hotels<br />

offering first class spa facilities<br />

Neilson Rating •••<br />

FOUR OR MORE<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free après ski snacks<br />

twice a week 3.30pm-<br />

5.30pm<br />

Special discount 2-5yrs:<br />

£250 HS; £150 LS<br />

VALUE<br />

No frills accommodation at a cheaper price<br />

– where it's the skiing that really counts!<br />

Neilson Rating ••+<br />

VALUE<br />

No frills accommodation at a cheaper price<br />

– where it's the skiing that really counts!


SPECIAL OFFER – PRE-BOOK 2 ADULT LIFT PASSES & RECEIVE 1 FREE CHILD LIFT PASS (13 MAR-3APR)<br />

Basic Holiday Prices in £s per adult from<br />

the amounts shown.<br />

Alpin Resort Sport & Spa<br />

SAALBACH & HINTERGLEMM – AUSTRIA<br />

HOTEL ALPINE PALACE (HINTERGLEMM)<br />

Located next to the Reiterkogel gondola and 100m from the resort<br />

centre, this property comprises of the recently built Alpine Palace and<br />

the original Haus Wolf wing, housing standard rooms. Guests have a<br />

great choice of facilities including a wellness area and an excellent<br />

restaurant.<br />

FACILITIES†: Lounge areas with<br />

open fire •Bar •Residents' restaurant<br />

•A la carte restaurant<br />

SPA FEATURES†: Free use of indoor<br />

pool, Turkish & Finnish saunas,<br />

relaxation water beds, hot tub &<br />

fitness room •Beauty & massage<br />

treatments •Hairdresser<br />

†Local charges may apply.<br />

Important information about spa<br />

facilities - see page 375<br />

FOR FAMILIES: Children’s menu<br />

•Early dinners •Free hotel-run<br />

children’s club 4-12yrs, 9am-<br />

12noon, 1.30pm-5pm & 7pm-<br />

9.30pm (Sun-Fri)<br />

HAUS WOLF ROOMS (2-4<br />

PEOPLE): Situated in the original<br />

wing of the hotel, simply furnished<br />

Austrian twin rooms (18m 2 ), some<br />

which can take a third bed/sofa bed,<br />

with hairdryer, satellite TV, radio,<br />

shower and wc. Larger rooms with a<br />

balcony (23m 2 ), some which can<br />

take an extra 2 beds at a<br />

supplement.<br />

SUPERIOR ALPINE PALACE ROOMS<br />

(2-4 PEOPLE): Situated in the Alpine<br />

palace wing, Austrian twin rooms<br />

(40m 2 ) that can take an extra bed<br />

with flatscreen satellite TV, minibar,<br />

bath, separate wc and balcony.<br />

SUPERIOR ALPINE PALACE JUNIOR<br />

SUITES (2-4 PEOPLE): Spacious<br />

Junior Suites (50m2 ) with Austrian<br />

twin bedroom and lounge area with<br />

two sofa beds, at a supplement.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board. Buffet<br />

breakfast & five-course evening meal<br />

including starter & dessert buffet.<br />

Christmas dinner & New Year dinner<br />

with live music, fireworks and<br />

midnight buffet included.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 120<br />

Please note: we grade Alpine Palace<br />

rooms and suites as ●●●●● and<br />

Haus Wolf rooms as ●●●●<br />

PROPERTY CODE: W04H02<br />

19 Dec- 26 Dec- 02 Jan- 23 Jan- 06 Feb- 13 Feb- 20 Feb- 06 Mar- 20 Mar- 27 Mar- 03 Apr-<br />

Nts 25 Dec 01 Jan 22 Jan 05 Feb 12 Feb 19 Feb 05 Mar 19 Mar 26 Mar 02 Apr 09 Apr<br />

Neilson Rating<br />

Supplements in £s per person per night from:<br />

(Unless otherwise stated)<br />

A handpicked selection of hotels<br />

offering first class spa facilities<br />

W17H05 Half Board Attic room 2/3 7 949 1329 879 895 969 1269 965 909 779 849 849<br />

Attic room 2/3: Single room £11, Junior suite £11, Junior<br />

deluxe suite £16, 3rd & 4th Adult redn. £23<br />

35%<br />

Hotel Sonne<br />

W17H06 Half Board Room 2/3 7 739 1149 679 699 889 1165 799 649 649 719 729<br />

Room 2/3: Single room £18, Sole use of twin £80, Larger<br />

room £6, 3rd & 4th Adult redn. £13<br />

45%<br />

Hotel Panther<br />

W17H08 Half Board Room 2/4 7 749 999 659 779 859 1129 819 619 619 689 739<br />

Room 2/4: Sole use of twin £77, Superior room £5, 3rd & 4th<br />

Adult redn. £19<br />

35%<br />

Hotel Post<br />

W17H17 Half Board Room 2/3 7 1029 1279 869 875 1039 1309 1015 699 699 775 769<br />

Room 2/3: Sole use of twin £89, Junior suite £5, Larger Junior<br />

Suite £9, 3rd & 4th Adult redn. £50<br />

35%<br />

Neilson Chalet Juliane<br />

W17C01/CS1 Chalet Board Room 2/3 7 699 929 439 509 619 1049 635 589 529 629 689<br />

Room 2/3: Sole use of twin £24, Ensuite facilities £2, 3rd &<br />

4th Adult redn. £17<br />

20%<br />

Hotel Central<br />

W17H29 Bed & Breakfast Room 2/4 7 519 685 369 419 489 769 419 409 399 459 519<br />

Room 2/4: Sole use of twin £30, 3rd & 4th Adult redn. £6<br />

25%<br />

Hotel Austria<br />

Room 2: Sole use of twin £44, Single £Nil<br />

W04H18 Half Board Room 2 7 689 919 465 509 619 1029 625 579 519 619 615<br />

20%<br />

Blumenhotel Hinterglemm<br />

W04H19 Half Board Room 2 7 979 1249 869 919 955 1329 929 889 815 969 959<br />

Room 2: Sole use of twin £96, Superior room £13, Larger<br />

room £4, 3rd & 4th Adult redn. £14<br />

35%<br />

Berger’s Sporthotel<br />

W17H04 Half Board Main Hotel Room 2/4 7 769 1179 609 749 849 1119 825 639 639 699 699<br />

Main Hotel Room 2/4: Sole use of twin £62, Annexe room<br />

redn. £8, Smaller room redn. £5, 3rd & 4th Adult redn. £18 35%<br />

Hotel Feriengut Ellmauhof<br />

W04H16 Half Board Room 2/4 7 895 1195 815 855 885 1315 895 855 855 915 925<br />

Room 2/4: Sole use of twin £91, Suite £2, 3rd & 4th Adult<br />

redn. £34<br />

25%<br />

Hotel Jägerwirt<br />

W17H20 Half Board Room 2/4 7 639 819 519 549 619 905 555 559 559 629 629<br />

Room 2/4: Sole use of twin £47, 3rd & 4th Adult redn. £8<br />

35%<br />

Hotel Reisinger<br />

W04H01 Half Board Room 2 7 499 769 425 509 589 879 515 469 469 495 499<br />

Room 2: Single room £7, Sole use of twin £39, Larger<br />

room £2, 3rd & 4th Adult redn. £10<br />

35%<br />

Hotel Alpine Palace<br />

W04H02 Half Board Haus Wolf Room 2/3 7 969 1149 725 839 859 1229 879 759 675 679 679<br />

Haus Wolf Room 2/3: Sole use of twin £82, Larger room £8,<br />

3rd & 4th Adult redn. £13<br />

25%<br />

Alpine Palace Room 2/4 7 1595 1775 1159 1285 1305 1855 1325 1199 1049 1099 1099<br />

Alpine Palace Room 2/4: Junior suite £71, 3rd & 4th Adult<br />

redn. £13<br />

Prices are a guide only & will be confirmed on enquiry. Adult prices in £ sterling start from the amounts shown & apply to selected flight departures between each date range based on current charges & costs. Prices may go up or down & supplements (e.g. flight &/or fuel), or reductions may apply. Supplements ‘from’ are based on low season dates. For full details on how to price your holiday, charges,<br />

supplements & surcharges see ‘Your Holiday Price’ page 368. For important Holiday Information & Booking Conditions see pages 368 - 385. †Some facilities may incur a local charge. LOW 02-29Jan,13Mar-02Apr.MID 19-25Dec,30Jan-12Feb,20Feb-12Mar,03-10Apr.HIGH 26 Dec - 01 Jan, 13 - 19 Feb. NS261a<br />

LIFT PASS (6 DAYS) LS MS HS <strong>SKI</strong>ER’S PACK (6 DAYS) LS MS HS <strong>SNOWBOARD</strong>ER’S PACK (6 DAYS) LS MS HS <strong>SKI</strong>/BOARD EQUIPMENT (6 DAYS) ADULT YOUTH* CHILD* <strong>SKI</strong>/BOARD TUITION LS MS HS<br />

Adult (born before 31/12/90) .......... £155 £163 £172<br />

Youth (born 01/01/91 - 31/12/93) .. £119 £123 £129<br />

Child (born 01/01/94 - 31/12/03) ... £79 £85 £87<br />

SPECIAL OFFER: Pre-book 2 adult lift passes and<br />

receive 1 free child lift pass for arrivals 13 Mar - 3<br />

Apr only.<br />

HS-19Dec-08Jan,30Jan-12Mar.MS-09Jan-29Jan.<br />

LS - All other dates. Lift pass covers Saalbach, Hinterglemm &<br />

Leogong. Free lift pass for children born after 01/01/2004.<br />

Includes handsfree keycard.<br />

Adult - Complete Beginner†† .......... £340 £362 £379<br />

Adult - Intermediate ........................ £359 £386 £380<br />

Youth - Complete Beginner†† .......... £283 £300 £309<br />

Youth - Intermediate ....................... £289 £312 £329<br />

Child - Complete Beginner†† ........... £223 £244 £249<br />

Child - Intermediate ......................... £230 £256 £268<br />

Ski Pack Ages: Adult = (born before 31/12/90), Youth =<br />

(born 01/01/91 - 31/12/93), Child = (born 01/01/94 -<br />

31/12/03). Includes: 6 days x 4hrs tuition, 6 days lift pass & 6<br />

days standard ski & boot hire. HS - 19 Dec - 08 Jan, 30 Jan -<br />

12 Mar. MS - 09 Jan - 29 Jan. LS - All other dates. Includes<br />

handsfree keycard.<br />

Adult - Complete Beginner†† .......... £340 £362 £379<br />

Adult - Intermediate ........................ £359 £386 £405<br />

Youth - Complete Beginner†† .......... £288 £300 £315<br />

Youth - Intermediate ....................... £294 £312 £329<br />

Snowboard Pack Ages: Adult = (born before 31/12/90),<br />

Youth = (born 01/01/91 - 31/12/93). Includes: 6 days x 4hrs<br />

tuition, 6 days lift pass & 6 days standard snowboard & boot<br />

hire. HS - 19 Dec - 08 Jan, 30 Jan - 12 Mar. MS - 09 Jan - 29<br />

Jan. LS - All other dates. Includes handsfree keycard.<br />

SAALBACH <strong>SKI</strong> PACK<br />

- Except Chalet Juliane, Hotel Panther, Hotel Sonne &<br />

Hinterglemm, see reservations system.<br />

Skis & boots standard ...................... £108 £72 £51<br />

Skis & boots superior ....................... £154 - -<br />

Skis only standard ............................ £77 £50 £38<br />

Skis only superior ............................. £123 - -<br />

Snowboard & boots standard ......... £108 £72 -<br />

Snowboard only standard ............... £77 £50 -<br />

SPECIAL OFFER: Pre-book 2 adults ski hire and<br />

receive 1 free child ski hire (5-12yrs).<br />

SPECIAL OFFER: Ski/board rental includes slopeside<br />

storage.<br />

*Child skis & boots = 5-6yrs, Youth skis & boots - 7-14yrs<br />

*Youth board & boots = 8-14yrs. Child helmets are available<br />

to hire locally.<br />

Adult ski school (6x4hrs) ................. £116 £131 £142<br />

Child ski school (6x4hrs) .................. £116 £131 £142<br />

Snowboard school (6x4hrs) ............. £116 £131 £142<br />

Child ski school = 5-14yrs. Snowboard school = 8yrs+.<br />

IMPORTANT: †† Complete beginner = Ability Level 0, Intermediate = Ability Level 1-4. Ability levels must be stated at the time of booking - see page 13 for details. Special Offers may be withdrawn at any time. Prices are in £s and are approximate - please see reservation system, our website or call us for more details.<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk/saalbachhinterglemm call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

•••••/••••<br />

<strong>SKI</strong> IN <strong>SKI</strong> OUT<br />

CENTRAL LOCATION<br />

INDOOR POOL<br />

OUTDOOR POOL<br />

WELLNESS AREA<br />

GOOD FOR FAMILIES<br />

CHILDREN’S CLUB<br />

FAMILY ROOMS<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free daily après-ski<br />

snacks 4pm-6pm<br />

Ski guiding with local<br />

guide weekly<br />

Free bathrobes &<br />

slippers from reception<br />

Free use of indoor pool<br />

Free use of wellness<br />

area with Turkish and<br />

Finnish saunas, hot tub,<br />

relaxation area & fitness<br />

room<br />

Child %<br />

discount<br />

261


262<br />

AUSTRIA – ZELL AM SEE & KAPRUN<br />

“Charming,<br />

traditional resorts<br />

offering extensive<br />

skiing, Zell am See<br />

and Kaprun have it<br />

all”<br />

BEGINNERS<br />

INTERMEDIATES<br />

ADVANCED<br />

OFF-PISTE<br />

NON <strong>SKI</strong>ERS<br />

FAMILIES<br />

NIGHTLIFE<br />

MOUNTAIN<br />

Skiing Altitude 755m–3030m<br />

Resort Altitude 755m (Zell)<br />

770 (Kaprun)<br />

Pistes 130km<br />

Number of Runs 53<br />

13% 40% 34% 13%<br />

Number of lifts 57<br />

Drags 30 / Chairs 15<br />

Longest Run 6km<br />

Direction of Slopes N,S,E<br />

Terrain Parks yes<br />

Half Pipe yes<br />

Cross Country Trails 200km<br />

Night Skiing no<br />

Mountain Restaurants 20<br />

Snowmaking 50% runs covered<br />

Resort Ski Bus yes<br />

Bus Linked Resorts Zell am See<br />

Kaprun, Schuttdorf<br />

FAMILY<br />

Fair Excellent<br />

Babycare n/a<br />

Crèche 2-4yrs (Zell & Kaprun)<br />

Ski Kindergarten<br />

3-4yrs (Zell), pre-bookable, p268<br />

3-4yrs (Kaprun)<br />

See page 373 or<br />

neilson.co.uk/childcare for more info.<br />

TRAVEL<br />

Departure Airports Gatwick,<br />

Birmingham, Bristol, Manchester<br />

Destination Airport Salzburg<br />

Season 19 Dec-3 Apr<br />

Departure Day Saturday<br />

Flight Guide See page 384<br />

Transfer Time 1hr 30mins<br />

Private taxi transfers available -<br />

please call us for details<br />

Self Drive See page 368<br />

SPECIAL OFFER<br />

Kaprun & Hotel Schwebebahn, Zell only:<br />

Pre-book 2 adults ski/board hire and<br />

receive 1 free child ski/board hire<br />

(4-10yrs)<br />

<strong>SKI</strong> LEADING • LIVELY NIGHTLIFE (ZELL AM SEE) • GLACIER NEARBY<br />

• GOOD FOR FAMILIES • SELF DRIVE<br />

Charming, traditional resorts offering<br />

extensive skiing, Zell am See and<br />

Kaprun have it all. Both resorts are<br />

well linked by bus and have access to<br />

130km of runs. Easily accessible<br />

nursery slopes, a massive amount of<br />

intermediate slopes and some<br />

challenging black runs and off-piste<br />

areas; there really is something for all<br />

abilities and disciplines in these<br />

resorts. Dating back to medieval<br />

times, Zell am See is probably the<br />

most attractive lakeside ski resort in<br />

Austria. It has a sophisticated<br />

atmosphere with plenty of shopping<br />

Kitzsteinhorn Glacier<br />

3203m<br />

Großglockner<br />

3798m<br />

Krefelder Hütte<br />

Salzburger<br />

4<br />

Hütte<br />

KAPRUN<br />

770m<br />

Schüttdor f<br />

4<br />

Gletscherbahn<br />

(Gipfelbahn)<br />

3029m Nationalpark<br />

Hohe Tauern<br />

6<br />

2<br />

Glocknerblick<br />

1675m<br />

6<br />

6<br />

2<br />

and dining opportunities. <strong>The</strong> après<br />

ski can be lively but quieter, cosy<br />

options are also available.<br />

Neighbouring Kaprun, a 20 minute<br />

bus ride away, is situated at the foot<br />

of the Kitzsteinhorn glacier and<br />

although smaller, still offers a good<br />

selection of bars and restaurants in its<br />

rustic centre. Two fantastic all-round<br />

resorts sharing a tremendous ski area<br />

continue to attract visitors back time<br />

and time again.<br />

4<br />

Areitalm 4<br />

Areit<br />

1411m<br />

Hirschkogel<br />

1720m<br />

4<br />

Mittelstation<br />

1320m<br />

2<br />

ZELL AM SEE<br />

758m<br />

6<br />

Schmittenhöhe<br />

2000m<br />

ACTIVITIES<br />

• Ice Skating<br />

• Curling<br />

• Bowling<br />

• Tobogganing<br />

• Indoor Pool<br />

• Sleigh Rides<br />

• Horse Riding<br />

Sonnenalm-Pfiff<br />

Großvenedlger<br />

3674m<br />

4<br />

Sonnalm<br />

1400m<br />

3<br />

2<br />

Maurerkogel<br />

2074m<br />

2<br />

3<br />

6<br />

Sonnkogel<br />

1850m<br />

LIFT PASS & TUITION<br />

PRICE PROMISE<br />

See page 371<br />

DAY TRIPS TO THE HOME OF<br />

MOZART<br />

<strong>The</strong> beautiful city of Salzburg<br />

stands in a breathtaking setting<br />

on the banks of the River<br />

Salzach. <strong>The</strong> magnificent<br />

Baroque architecture in the old<br />

town is so impressive it is a<br />

protected UNESCO World<br />

Cultural Heritage Site.<br />

SWAP DOWNHILL FOR CROSS<br />

COUNTRY<br />

With 200km of trails in the area,<br />

it’s a great place to give<br />

crossing-country skiing a go.<br />

<strong>The</strong> tracks are suitable for all<br />

abilities.<br />

PICTURE POSTCARD SCENES<br />

ON HORSEBACK<br />

Take a gallop or a leisurely trot<br />

through snow-covered fields<br />

and trails.


ZELL AM SEE & KAPRUN – AUSTRIA<br />

GRAND HOTEL (ZELL AM SEE)<br />

<strong>The</strong> Grand Hotel is set in a beautiful lakeside location 100m from the<br />

pedestrianised resort centre. With lots of character, guests love the<br />

good standard of accommodation & facilities. <strong>The</strong> hotel provides a<br />

shuttle bus twice daily to the Zell and Schmittenhöhe gondola<br />

approximately 700m away.<br />

FACILITIES†: Lounge •Two<br />

restaurants •Bar with open fire &<br />

occasional live music •Café •Internet<br />

access<br />

SPA FEATURES†: Free use of indoor<br />

pool, three saunas, steam room, hot<br />

tub, fitness room •Massage<br />

treatments<br />

Important information about spa<br />

facilities - see page 375<br />

FOR FAMILIES: Free childcare 9am-<br />

5pm Mon - Fri for 3-12 yrs<br />

•Children’s pool •Children’s<br />

playroom •Special menus •Baby<br />

listening<br />

ROOMS (2-3 PEOPLE): Austrian<br />

twin rooms (21m 2 ) with mountain<br />

view, bath or shower & wc, cable<br />

TV, telephone, radio, hairdryer,<br />

minibar, safe & bathrobes. Rooms<br />

with a lake view and superior rooms<br />

(28m 2 ) which can take an extra<br />

bed/sofa bed at a supplement.<br />

JUNIOR SUITES (2-4 PEOPLE):<br />

(45m 2 ) with Austrian twin beds and<br />

a living area with double sofa bed<br />

leading to a balcony or terrace<br />

offering lake views.<br />

HOTEL NEUE POST (ZELL AM SEE)<br />

FAMILY SUITES (2-4 PEOPLE): Two<br />

room suites (45m2 ), with one<br />

Austrian twin bedroom & separate<br />

room with two bunk beds or a<br />

double sofa bed, offering lake views<br />

& a balcony or terrace at a<br />

supplement.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board. Buffet<br />

breakfast with hot options & a fourcourse<br />

evening meal with choice of<br />

main. Weekly speciality buffets.<br />

Christmas & New Year Gala meals<br />

included; New Year with live music,<br />

fireworks and midnight buffet.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 115<br />

Please note: this hotel is located<br />

close to the railway line which can<br />

cause occasional noise.<br />

PROPERTY CODE: WA1H06<br />

This beautiful and traditional Austrian property is conveniently situated<br />

in the heart of Zell with local facilities on its doorstep. <strong>The</strong> hotel offers<br />

excellent facilities including a well-equipped wellness area and an<br />

impressive lounge decorated in Victorian style. <strong>The</strong> Neue Post is only<br />

300m away from the City Xpress gondola, and 200m from the resort ski<br />

bus stop.<br />

FACILITIES†: Two restaurants<br />

•Lobby bar with open fireplace •Bar<br />

& cocktail bar •Free use of indoor<br />

pool •Free use of wellness area with<br />

sauna, steam room & hot tubs<br />

•Billiards •Table football •Free<br />

internet access<br />

ROOMS (2-5 PEOPLE): Austrian<br />

twin rooms (18m 2 ) with cable TV,<br />

radio, minibar, kettle, hairdryer,<br />

bathrobes, bath or shower and wc.<br />

Larger Austrian twin rooms (25m 2 )<br />

which can take an extra bed for a<br />

child only at a supplement. Austrian<br />

twin rooms (30m 2 ) which can take<br />

an extra two beds/sofa beds and<br />

two room suites (45m 2 ) with an<br />

Austrian twin bedroom and a<br />

separate room with 3 extra<br />

beds/sofa beds at a supplement.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board. Buffet<br />

breakfast and five-course evening<br />

meal including salad buffet.<br />

Christmas & New Year meals<br />

included.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 70<br />

PROPERTY CODE: WA1H23<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk/zellamsee call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

Neilson Rating ••••+<br />

INDOOR POOL<br />

WELLNESS AREA<br />

GOOD FOR FAMILIES<br />

CHILDREN’S CLUB<br />

FAMILY ROOMS<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free hotel-run children’s<br />

club for 3-12yr olds<br />

Free use of indoor pool,<br />

three saunas, steam<br />

room, hot tub & fitness<br />

room<br />

Special discount 2-5yrs:<br />

£150 HS; £50 LS<br />

A handpicked selection of hotels<br />

offering first class spa facilities<br />

Neilson Rating ••••<br />

INDOOR POOL<br />

CENTRAL LOCATION<br />

WELLNESS AREA<br />

GOOD FOR FAMILIES<br />

FAMILY ROOMS<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free €100 drinks<br />

voucher per room to be<br />

used in hotel bar for all<br />

arrivals<br />

Free use of indoor pool<br />

& wellness area<br />

Free daily après-ski<br />

snacks 3pm - 5pm<br />

263


264<br />

AUSTRIA – ZELL AM SEE & KAPRUN<br />

HOTEL SCHWEBEBAHN (ZELL AM SEE)<br />

This hotel has received a great deal of investment over recent years. It is<br />

situated in a great location next to the ski school meeting point &<br />

Schmittenhöhe gondola. <strong>The</strong> charming pedestrianised centre is 2km<br />

away, served by the free ski bus which stops 50m away. A great place if<br />

you want easy access to the ski area.<br />

FACILITIES†: Lounge/bar area •Two<br />

restaurants •Après-ski bar •Sun<br />

terrace •Reading room •Small<br />

library •Free use of indoor pool, hot<br />

tub, two saunas & steam room •Ski<br />

hire shop •Ski school<br />

FOR FAMILIES: Free hotel-run child<br />

care 2-12yrs, Mon-Fri (hours vary)<br />

•Indoor play area •Babysitting<br />

•Special menus<br />

ROOMS (2-3 PEOPLE): Austrian<br />

twin rooms (20m 2 ), which can take<br />

an extra bed, with bath or shower,<br />

wc, cable TV, radio, fridge and<br />

telephone, located on the top floor<br />

with sloping ceilings. Larger rooms<br />

(25m 2 ) with a balcony at a<br />

supplement.<br />

HOTEL FEINSCHMECK (ZELL AM SEE)<br />

JUNIOR SUITES (3-5 PEOPLE):<br />

35m2 with Austrian twin beds in a<br />

separate sleeping area, a double and<br />

a single sofa bed, with bath or<br />

shower, wc and balcony at a<br />

supplement.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board. Hot and<br />

cold buffet breakfast. Four-course<br />

buffet with choice of main course.<br />

Weekly speciality buffets. Christmas<br />

gala dinner & New Year gala dinner<br />

with live music included.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 56<br />

PROPERTY CODE: WA1H18<br />

Situated in the heart of Zell’s pedestrianised centre, the Feinschmeck is<br />

a traditional-style property offering personal service with a reputation<br />

for great cuisine. <strong>The</strong> City Xpress gondola is 200m away and the hotel<br />

offers a free shuttle bus service for guests to the ski lifts.<br />

FACILITIES†: Lounge/bar area<br />

•Restaurant •Café •Free use of<br />

wellness area inc. two saunas, steam<br />

room, hot tub and relaxation room<br />

•Massage treatments •Internet point<br />

FOR FAMILIES: Special children’s<br />

menu<br />

ROOMS (2-3 PEOPLE): Standard<br />

Austrian twin rooms which can take<br />

an extra bed, with satellite TV,<br />

telephone, safe, minibar, hairdryer,<br />

shower and wc. Larger ‘Deluxe’<br />

rooms with bath available at a<br />

supplement.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board. Hot and<br />

cold breakfast buffet and four-course<br />

dinner with choice of main and<br />

salad buffet. Christmas gala dinner<br />

and New Year gala dinner with eight<br />

courses and live music included.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 24<br />

PROPERTY CODE: WA1H10<br />

SEEHOTEL & SEEVILLA FREIBERG (ZELL AM SEE)<br />

This lakeside hotel offers magnificent views from every room. <strong>The</strong> hotel<br />

is made up of two interconnecting buildings, the Seehotel and the<br />

recently built Seevilla. <strong>The</strong> charming resort centre is 300m away, and<br />

the Zell gondola 500m away. <strong>The</strong> hotel provides a free shuttle bus<br />

service to the gondola.<br />

FACILITIES†: Two restaurants (one<br />

with bar) •Conservatory •Free use of<br />

wellness area with sauna, steam<br />

room & relax area<br />

FOR FAMILIES: Early dinners<br />

•Milk/food heating<br />

ROOMS (2-3 PEOPLE): Austrian<br />

twin rooms (22m 2 ) in the Seehotel<br />

building, which can take an extra<br />

bed/sofa bed, with cable TV, radio,<br />

telephone, hairdryer, shower, wc<br />

and balcony or terrace overlooking<br />

the lake.<br />

SUPERIOR ROOMS (2-4 PEOPLE):<br />

Larger rooms (35-45m 2 ) in the<br />

Seevilla building which can take two<br />

extra beds with a bath, wc and<br />

balcony or terrace overlooking the<br />

lake at a supplement.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board. Hot and<br />

cold buffet breakfast and five-course<br />

evening meal with a choice of main<br />

and a salad buffet. Weekly speciality<br />

buffet. Christmas & New Year Gala<br />

meals included.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING:<br />

★★★★(Seevilla)/★★★(Seehotel)<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 40<br />

Please note: we grade rooms in the<br />

Seehotel as ●●●+ and rooms in the<br />

Seevilla as ●●●●.<br />

All rooms are located facing the lake<br />

therefore minimising any possible<br />

disturbance from the nearby railway<br />

line.<br />

PROPERTY CODE: WA1H31<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk/zellamsee call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

Neilson Rating ••••<br />

<strong>SKI</strong> IN <strong>SKI</strong> OUT<br />

INDOOR POOL<br />

WELLNESS AREA<br />

GOOD FOR FAMILIES<br />

CHILDREN’S CLUB<br />

FAMILY ROOMS<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free après-ski snacks<br />

(Sun-Fri 3pm-5pm)<br />

Free children’s club<br />

Mon-Fri for 2-12yrs<br />

Free tobogganing<br />

evening<br />

Free use of indoor pool,<br />

two saunas, steam room<br />

& hot tub<br />

Free guided walk of Zell<br />

am See<br />

Neilson Rating ••••<br />

CENTRAL LOCATION<br />

WELLNESS AREA<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free entry to wellness<br />

area with two saunas,<br />

steam room, hot tub &<br />

relaxation room<br />

Free use of hotel shuttle<br />

bus service<br />

Neilson Rating<br />

••••/•••+<br />

WELLNESS AREA<br />

FOUR OR MORE<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free use of wellness<br />

area with sauna, steam<br />

room, & relaxation area


ZELL AM SEE & KAPRUN – AUSTRIA<br />

HOTEL LEBZELTER (ZELL AM SEE)<br />

This traditional hotel dates back to the 15th century. It has been<br />

tastefully restored & is now a popular venue for après-ski. Situated in<br />

the colourful pedestrianised centre of Zell am See, 200m from the Zell<br />

gondola and 150m from the nearest ski bus stop.<br />

FACILITIES†: ‘Stuberl’ bar with<br />

après-ski •Restaurant, à la carte<br />

available •Small lounge with TV<br />

•Occasional live music •Free use of<br />

sauna & steam room<br />

ROOMS (2-3 PEOPLE): Austrian<br />

twin or double rooms, some which<br />

can take an extra bed, with bath or<br />

shower, wc, cable TV, telephone,<br />

hairdryer and safe. Single rooms<br />

available at a supplement.<br />

HOTEL HEITZMANN (ZELL AM SEE)<br />

HOTEL FISCHERWIRT (ZELL AM SEE)<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board. Buffet<br />

breakfast & five-course dinner with<br />

choice of main and salad buffet.<br />

Weekly Farmer’s buffet. Christmas &<br />

New Year meals included.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 50<br />

PROPERTY CODE: WA1H08<br />

<strong>The</strong> Heitzmann offers high standards & first class service. It enjoys a<br />

central location, just 250m from the lake and 30m from the resort<br />

centre. <strong>The</strong> nearest lift is 120m away.<br />

FACILITIES†: •Bar •Lounge<br />

•Refurbished restaurant •Free use of<br />

sauna & steam room •Massage<br />

treatments<br />

ROOMS (2-3 PEOPLE): Austrian<br />

twin rooms (28m 2 ) which can take<br />

an extra bed, with flatscreen satellite<br />

TV, telephone, radio, safe, hairdryer,<br />

bath or shower and wc. Austrian<br />

twin rooms (28m 2 ) with a balcony<br />

and superior rooms (31m 2 ) with a<br />

spa bath available at a supplement.<br />

SUITES (2-4 PEOPLE): (55m 2 ) Four<br />

poster bed suite with double spa<br />

bath and two bedroom suite (60m 2 )<br />

with a seperate living area for<br />

minimum three people available at a<br />

supplement.<br />

Situated in the centre of Zell am See’s old town and 200m from the<br />

lake, the family-run Fischerwirt provides high standards of comfort and<br />

cuisine, and a friendly, attentive service. <strong>The</strong> City Express gondola is just<br />

a 5min walk away.<br />

FACILITIES†: Bar •Lounge<br />

•Restaurant •Free use of sauna<br />

•Massage •Hotel-run entertainment<br />

programme •Casino<br />

FOR FAMILIES: Babysitting •Early<br />

suppers •Special menus<br />

ROOMS (2-3 PEOPLE): Recently<br />

refurbished Austrian twin or double<br />

rooms (20m 2 ) with bath or shower,<br />

separate wc, cable TV, radio,<br />

minibar, telephone, hairdryer and<br />

safe. Larger Austrian twin rooms<br />

(25m 2 ) which can take an extra bed<br />

at a supplement.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board.<br />

Extended buffet breakfast and fourcourse<br />

evening meal with a choice<br />

of two entrées and salad buffet.<br />

Weekly Gala dinners and speciality<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board. Buffet<br />

breakfast & five-course evening meal<br />

with a choice of main and salad<br />

buffet. Weekly buffets. Weekly Gala<br />

dinner or fondue evening. Christmas<br />

Gala dinner & New Year Gala dinner<br />

& party included.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 30<br />

PROPERTY CODE: WA1H05<br />

buffets. Christmas meal & New Year<br />

Gala dinner with live music and<br />

midnight buffet included.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 30<br />

PROPERTY CODE: WA1H04<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk/zellamsee call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

Neilson Rating ••••<br />

CENTRAL LOCATION<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free use of sauna &<br />

steam room<br />

Special discount 2-5yrs:<br />

£250 HS; £150 LS<br />

Neilson Rating ••••+<br />

CENTRAL LOCATION<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Weekly ski guiding &<br />

après-ski snacks<br />

Bottle of sparkling wine<br />

per room for NY guests<br />

Free use of sauna &<br />

steam room<br />

Weddings organised by<br />

the hotel - see online for<br />

details<br />

Special discount 2-5yrs:<br />

£250 HS; £150 LS<br />

Neilson Rating ••••<br />

CENTRAL LOCATION<br />

GOOD FOR GROUPS<br />

FREE CHILD PLACES<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free daily après-ski<br />

snacks<br />

Free use of sauna<br />

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HOTEL ST GEORG (ZELL AM SEE)<br />

This traditional property offers elegant accommodation in a quiet,<br />

attractive setting, 350m above Zell’s old town and 200m from the Zell<br />

gondola.<br />

FACILITIES†: Cosy lounge with<br />

open fire •Restaurant •Cocktail bar<br />

•Free use of indoor pool, sauna,<br />

steam room & fitness room<br />

•Children’s menus<br />

ROOMS (2-3 PEOPLE): Austrian<br />

twin rooms (20m 2 ) which can take<br />

an extra bed with bath, wc, cable<br />

TV, telephone, hairdryer, radio &<br />

minibar. Rooms with a balcony<br />

available at a supplement.<br />

JUNIOR SUITES (2-4 PEOPLE):<br />

Larger rooms with Austrian twin<br />

beds and two sofa beds at a<br />

supplement.<br />

HOTEL WALDHOF (ZELL AM SEE)<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board. Buffet<br />

breakfast & five-course evening meal<br />

with choice of main and salad<br />

buffet. Christmas gala dinner & New<br />

Year gala dinner with live music and<br />

midnight buffet included.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 37<br />

PROPERTY CODE: WA1H19<br />

This stylish hotel overlooks the village & offers a comfortable base,<br />

friendly service & excellent cuisine. Located 500m from the resort<br />

centre & 350m from the Zell gondola. <strong>The</strong> ski bus stops 50m away.<br />

FACILITIES†: Bar •Two lounges<br />

•Restaurant •Free use of outdoor<br />

pool, sauna, steam room & hot tub<br />

•Massage •Weekly live music<br />

FOR FAMILIES: Playroom •Special<br />

menus •Games room<br />

ROOMS (2-4 PEOPLE): Austrian twins<br />

with one/two sofa beds, bath or<br />

shower, wc, cable TV, telephone,<br />

minibar & safe. Single rooms available<br />

at a supplement.<br />

ATTIC ROOMS (2 PEOPLE): Smaller<br />

Austrian twins rooms with sloping<br />

ceilings, shower and wc at a<br />

reduction.<br />

JUNIOR SUITES (2-4 PEOPLE):<br />

Spacious rooms (40m 2 ) in the annexe<br />

(accessible via underground walkway)<br />

with Austrian twins and a double sofa<br />

bed, bath, wc, and balcony at a<br />

supplement.<br />

HOTEL TRAUBE (ZELL AM SEE)<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board. Buffet<br />

breakfast & four-course dinner with<br />

choice of main. Christmas meal &<br />

New Year Gala dinner with<br />

champagne reception, live music,<br />

fireworks and midnight buffet (smart<br />

dress required) included.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 79<br />

PROPERTY CODE: WA1H02<br />

<strong>The</strong> Traube offers good value accommodation in the heart of Zell’s<br />

charming pedestrianised centre with lots of shops, bars & restaurants<br />

literally on the doorstep. <strong>The</strong> Zeller gondola is 350m away and the ski<br />

bus stops 300m away.<br />

FACILITIES†: Restaurant •À la carte<br />

restaurant •Dining room •Small<br />

lounge with TV<br />

ROOMS (2 PEOPLE): Comfortable<br />

Austrian twin rooms, equipped with<br />

cable TV, telephone, internet access,<br />

hairdryer, bath or shower and wc.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board.<br />

Continental buffet breakfast and<br />

four-course evening meal with<br />

choice of main and salad buffet.<br />

Weekly fondue evening. Christmas<br />

& New Year meals included.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 30<br />

PROPERTY CODE: WA1H30<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk/zellamsee call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

Neilson Rating ••••<br />

INDOOR POOL<br />

FOUR OR MORE<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free daily après-ski<br />

snacks<br />

Weekly wine tasting<br />

Special discount 2-5yrs:<br />

£250 HS; £150 LS<br />

Neilson Rating ••••<br />

OUTDOOR POOL<br />

WELLNESS AREA<br />

GOOD FOR FAMILIES<br />

FAMILY ROOMS<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free daily après-ski<br />

snacks (3pm - 5pm)<br />

All Inclusive for arrivals<br />

20 Mar - 3 Apr including<br />

lunch buffet or a packed<br />

lunch and free drinks<br />

(tea, coffee, soft drinks,<br />

beer, house wine & local<br />

spirits) 7.30am - 12<br />

midnight<br />

Special discount 2-5yrs:<br />

£250 HS; £150 LS<br />

Neilson Rating •••<br />

CENTRAL LOCATION<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free daily après-ski<br />

snacks 4pm-5pm<br />

VALUE<br />

No frills accommodation at a cheaper price<br />

– where it's the skiing that really counts!


ZELL AM SEE & KAPRUN – AUSTRIA<br />

HOTEL STEIGENBERGER (KAPRUN)<br />

Situated in the heart of Kaprun village, this hotel combines rustic-style,<br />

elegant interiors and a relaxed, informal atmosphere. <strong>The</strong> nearest ski<br />

lifts are 200m away, the ski school meeting point and ski kindergarten<br />

500m away and the ski bus stops directly outside.<br />

FACILITIES†: Bar •Lounge area with<br />

open fireplace •Sun terrace<br />

•Restaurant with four dining areas<br />

•Free internet corner • Wifi<br />

•Laundry<br />

SPA FEATURES†: Free use of indoor<br />

& outdoor pool, two saunas, hot<br />

tub, steam room & relaxation area<br />

•Beauty & massage treatments<br />

•Chinese therapies<br />

Important information about spa<br />

facilities - see page 375<br />

FOR FAMILIES: Free childcare 22<br />

Dec - 2 Jan, 13 Feb - 20 Feb & 27<br />

Mar - 10 Apr, 5hrs daily •Babysitting<br />

on request •Special menus •Early<br />

dinners<br />

PENSION MARIA THERESIA (KAPRUN)<br />

ROOMS (2-3 PEOPLE): Austrian<br />

twin room with a sofa bed, with<br />

bath or shower, wc, cable TV, payper-view<br />

movies, radio, telephone,<br />

minibar, hairdryer, safe, bathrobes<br />

and balcony or terrace.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board. Hot &<br />

cold buffet breakfast served until<br />

11am and five-course evening meal<br />

with a choice of main and salad<br />

buffet. Weekly speciality buffets.<br />

Christmas dinner & New Year gala<br />

dinner with live music and midnight<br />

buffet included (black tie required).<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★★ Superior<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 125<br />

PROPERTY CODE: W13H03<br />

A traditional, family-run guesthouse providing personal, friendly service<br />

in a convenient location, 200m from the village centre, 500m from the<br />

Maiskogel slopes and 70m from the ski bus stop which serves the<br />

Kitzsteinhorn gondola approx 3km away. A great value choice.<br />

FACILITIES†: Breakfast room<br />

ROOMS (2 PEOPLE): Austrian twin<br />

rooms with TV, bath or shower, wc<br />

and balcony.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Bed & Breakfast.<br />

Buffet-style continental breakfast.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 10<br />

PROPERTY CODE: W13P06<br />

HOTEL TRAUNER (KAPRUN)<br />

This cosy, typical Tyrolean family-run hotel is located in a quiet position<br />

near the castle, 500m from Kaprun village centre & 1km from the ski<br />

lifts. <strong>The</strong> ski bus stops a convenient 25m away.<br />

FACILITIES†: Dining room & sitting<br />

area •Free use of sauna & fitness<br />

room<br />

ROOMS (2-3 PEOPLE): Austrian<br />

twin rooms, some which can take an<br />

extra bed, with shower, wc, cable<br />

TV & balcony.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board. Buffet<br />

breakfast with hot option & fourcourse<br />

evening meal. Weekly Italian<br />

buffet & fondue evening. Christmas<br />

& New Year gala dinner included.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 18<br />

PROPERTY CODE: W13H16<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk/kaprun call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

Neilson Rating ••••+<br />

INDOOR POOL<br />

OUTDOOR POOL<br />

WELLNESS AREA<br />

GOOD FOR FAMILIES<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free daily après-ski<br />

snacks<br />

Special discount 2-5yrs:<br />

£250 HS; £150 LS<br />

A handpicked selection of hotels<br />

offering first class spa facilities<br />

Neilson Rating •••<br />

VALUE<br />

No frills accommodation at a cheaper price<br />

– where it's the skiing that really counts!<br />

Neilson Rating •••+<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free weekly torchlit<br />

guided walk & snacks<br />

for guests<br />

Free use of sauna &<br />

fitness room<br />

Special discount 2-5yrs:<br />

£250 HS; £150 LS<br />

VALUE<br />

No frills accommodation at a cheaper price<br />

– where it's the skiing that really counts!<br />

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Basic Holiday Prices in £s per adult from<br />

the amounts shown.<br />

Grand Hotel<br />

HOTEL ZUR BURG (KAPRUN)<br />

<strong>The</strong> Zur Burg is a traditional Tyrolean styled hotel with lots of character.<br />

It enjoys a quiet location close to Kaprun’s medieval fortress, 600m from<br />

the resort centre, 1km from the ski lifts and 100m from cross country<br />

trails. <strong>The</strong> ski bus stops just behind the hotel.<br />

FACILITIES†: Comfortable lounge<br />

•Rustic bar •Restaurant •Free use of<br />

indoor pool, two saunas, steam<br />

room and relaxation area •Massage<br />

•Free internet station<br />

FOR FAMILIES: Early suppers<br />

•Special menus<br />

ROOMS (2-3 PEOPLE): Austrian<br />

twin rooms (24m 2 ) some which can<br />

take a sofa bed, with shower, wc,<br />

cable TV, telephone, radio, fridge,<br />

bathrobes, hairdryer and balcony.<br />

PENSION ST GEORG (KAPRUN)<br />

This small, family-run pension offers simple accommodation and a cosy<br />

friendly atmosphere. Situated on the outskirts of the village and 50m<br />

from the ski bus stop serving the Schafelberg chairlift, 1km away. A<br />

great value option from which to enjoy the Europa Sport ski area.<br />

FACILITIES†: Breakfast room •Cellar<br />

lounge •Free use of sauna once a<br />

week •Fitness room •Table tennis<br />

ROOMS (2-3 PEOPLE): Simple<br />

Austrian twin rooms which can take<br />

an extra bed, shower, wc, cable TV<br />

& balcony. Single rooms available at<br />

a supplement.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Bed & Breakfast.<br />

Buffet breakfast with hot option.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 14<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board.<br />

Continental buffet breakfast and<br />

four-course evening meal with<br />

choice of main and salad buffet.<br />

Christmas dinner & New Year Gala<br />

meal included.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 35<br />

PROPERTY CODE: W13H11<br />

PROPERTY CODE: W13P05<br />

19 Dec- 26 Dec- 02 Jan- 23 Jan- 06 Feb- 13 Feb- 20 Feb- 06 Mar- 20 Mar- 27 Mar- 03 Apr-<br />

Nts 25 Dec 01 Jan 22 Jan 05 Feb 12 Feb 19 Feb 05 Mar 19 Mar 26 Mar 02 Apr 09 Apr<br />

Neilson Rating •••<br />

VALUE<br />

No frills accommodation at a cheaper price<br />

– where it's the skiing that really counts!<br />

Supplements in £s per person per night from:<br />

(Unless otherwise stated)<br />

Room 2: Sole use of twin £67, Superior room £19, Lake view<br />

£8, 3rd & 4th Adult redn. £16<br />

Junior Suite 2/4: Family suite £35<br />

WA1H06 Half Board Room 2 7 819 1149 579 609 735 1019 699 619 619 709 745<br />

45%<br />

Junior Suite 2/4 7 1049 2409 779 609 975 1259 929 819 819 915 745<br />

Hotel Neue Post<br />

WA1H23 Half Board Room 2 7 659 1109 589 609 639 1009 705 709 619 689 689<br />

Room 2: Sole use of twin £62, Larger Room (25m2) £7, Larger<br />

Room (30m2) £12, Suite £21, 3rd & 4th Adult redn. £15 25%<br />

Hotel Schwebebahn<br />

WA1H18 Half Board Attic room 2/3 7 919 1149 609 619 779 1129 729 629 629 689 699<br />

Attic room 2/3: Sole use of twin £72, Larger room £10,<br />

Junior suite £15, 3rd & 4th Adult redn. £9<br />

35%<br />

Hotel Feinschmeck<br />

WA1H10 Half Board Room 2/3 7 719 999 489 509 659 945 549 529 529 589 605<br />

Room 2/3: Sole use of twin £54, Superior room £4<br />

25%<br />

Seehotel Seevilla Freiberg<br />

WA1H31 Half Board Seehotel Room 2/3 7 739 1049 639 655 679 1009 705 629 629 699 699<br />

Seehotel Room 2/3: Sole use of twin £63, Superior room £7,<br />

3rd & 4th Adult redn. £10<br />

35%<br />

Hotel Lebzelter<br />

WA1H08 Half Board Room 2/3 7 739 879 539 559 659 945 645 569 569 575 579<br />

Room 2/3: Single room £5, Sole use of twin £51, 3rd & 4th<br />

Adult redn. £12<br />

35%<br />

Hotel Heitzmann<br />

WA1H05 Half Board Room 2/3 7 719 929 579 609 709 979 689 615 615 679 689<br />

Room 2/3: Sole use of twin £59, Balcony £4, Superior room<br />

£10, Suite £17, 3rd & 4th Adult redn. £11<br />

25%<br />

Hotel Fischerwirt<br />

WA1H04 Half Board Room 2/3 7 789 949 549 565 679 959 659 579 579 649 659<br />

Room 2/3: Sole use of twin £54, Superior room £2, 3rd & 4th<br />

Adult redn. £14<br />

35%<br />

Hotel St. Georg<br />

WA1H19 Half Board Room 2/3 7 769 1089 575 729 755 1029 629 559 559 629 629<br />

Room 2/3: Sole use of twin £60, Balcony £6, Junior suite<br />

£13, 3rd & 4th Adult redn. £15<br />

35%<br />

Hotel Waldhof<br />

WA1H02 Half Board Room 2/4 7 869 1279 645 669 845 1129 819 679 759 819 819<br />

Room 2/4: Single room £11, Sole use of twin £80, Junior<br />

suite £10, Attic room redn. £8, 3rd & 4th Adult redn. £19 35%<br />

Hotel Traube<br />

WA1H30 Half Board Room 2 7 519 779 459 489 545 829 535 459 459 529 579<br />

Room 2: Sole use of twin £40<br />

25%<br />

Hotel Steigenberger<br />

W13H03 Half Board Room 2/3 7 949 1379 819 819 899 1179 875 879 879 939 959<br />

Room 2/3: Sole use of twin £11, 3rd & 4th Adult redn. £8<br />

35%<br />

Pension Maria <strong>The</strong>resia<br />

W13P06 Bed & Breakfast Room 2 7 399 569 329 349 379 685 389 369 369 - -<br />

Room 2: Sole use of twin £20<br />

25%<br />

Hotel Trauner<br />

W13H16 Half Board Room 2/3 7 519 715 409 449 499 789 489 469 469 559 569<br />

Room 2/3: Sole use of twin £36, 3rd & 4th Adult redn. £8<br />

35%<br />

Hotel Zur Burg<br />

W13H11 Half Board Room 2/3 7 669 1049 585 669 759 1049 739 619 619 689 699<br />

Room 2/3: Sole use of twin £69, 3rd & 4th Adult redn. £17<br />

45%<br />

Pension St. Georg<br />

W13P05 Bed & Breakfast Room 2/3 7 449 609 349 389 435 709 405 409 409 479 489<br />

Room 2/3: Single room £1, Sole use of twin £27, 3rd & 4th<br />

Adult redn. £4<br />

35%<br />

Prices are a guide only & will be confirmed on enquiry. Adult prices in £ sterling start from the amounts shown & apply to selected flight departures between each date range based on current charges & costs. Prices may go up or down & supplements (e.g. flight &/or fuel), or reductions may apply. Supplements ‘from’ are based on low season dates. For full details on how to price your holiday, charges,<br />

supplements & surcharges see ‘Your Holiday Price’ page 368. For important Holiday Information & Booking Conditions see pages 368 - 385. †Some facilities may incur a local charge. LOW 02-29Jan,13Mar-02Apr.MID 19-25Dec,30Jan-12Feb,20Feb-12Mar,03-10Apr.HIGH 26 Dec - 01 Jan, 13 - 19 Feb. NS268a<br />

LIFT PASS (6 DAYS) LS HS <strong>SKI</strong>ER’S PACK (6 DAYS) LS HS <strong>SNOWBOARD</strong>ER’S PACK (6 DAYS) LS HS <strong>SKI</strong>/BOARD EQUIPMENT (6 DAYS) ADULT CHILD* <strong>SKI</strong>/BOARD TUITION<br />

Adult (born before 31/12/90) ..................... £157 £168<br />

Youth (born 01/01/91 - 31/12/93) ............. £126 £134<br />

Child (born 01/01/94 - 31/12/03) .............. £80 £85<br />

HS-19Dec-08Jan,30Jan-9Apr.LS-Allotherdates.<br />

Lift pass covers Zell am See, Kaprun and Kitzsteinhorn glacier.<br />

Free lift pass for children born after 01/01/2004. Includes<br />

handsfree keycard.<br />

Adult - Complete Beginner†† ..................... £364 £374<br />

Adult - Intermediate ................................... £374 £384<br />

Child - Complete Beginner†† ...................... £254 £259<br />

Child - Intermediate .................................... £264 £269<br />

Ski Pack Ages: Adult = (born before 31/12/90), Child =<br />

(born 01/01/95 - 31/12/03) Includes: 5 days x 4hrs tuition, 6<br />

days lift pass & 6 days standard ski & boot hire. HS - 19 Dec -<br />

08 Jan, 30 Jan - 9 Apr. LS - All other dates. Includes<br />

handsfree keycard.<br />

Adult - Complete Beginner†† ..................... £356 £366<br />

Adult - Intermediate ................................... £366 £376<br />

Child - Complete Beginner†† ...................... £223 £228<br />

Child - Intermediate .................................... £233 £238<br />

Snowboard Pack Ages: Adult = (born before 31/12/90),<br />

Child = (born 01/01/95 - 31/12/02) Includes: 5 days x 2hrs<br />

tuition, 6 days lift pass & 6 days standard snowboard & boot<br />

hire. HS - 19 Dec - 08 Jan, 30 Jan - 9 Apr. LS - All other<br />

dates. Includes handsfree keycard.<br />

ZELL AM SEE <strong>SKI</strong> PACK<br />

Skis & boots standard ................................. £94 £61<br />

Skis only standard ...................................... £73 £40<br />

Snowboard & boots standard .................... £101 £61<br />

Snowboard only standard .......................... £79 £40<br />

Helmet** ..................................................... - FREE<br />

*Child skis & boots = 3-15yrs, *Child board & boots = 8-15yrs.<br />

**Child equipment hire includes helmet hire.<br />

Adult ski school (5x4hrs) ............................................ £127<br />

Child ski school (5x4hrs) ............................................. £127<br />

Snowboard school (5x2hrs) ........................................ £111<br />

Ski Kindergarten (1x4hrs excl lunch) ........................... £52<br />

Ski Kindergarten (5x4hrs excl lunch) ........................... £114<br />

Child ski school = 4-14yrs. Snowboard school = 8yrs+. Ski<br />

kindergarten = 3-4yrs, lunchtime supervision is payable<br />

locally.<br />

- Except Hotel Schwebebahn & Kaprun, see reservations system.<br />

IMPORTANT: †† Complete beginner = Ability Level 0, Intermediate = Ability Level 1-4. Ability levels must be stated at the time of booking - see page 13 for details. Special Offers may be withdrawn at any time. Prices are in £s and are approximate - please see reservation system, our website or call us for more details.<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk/kaprun call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

Neilson Rating ••••<br />

INDOOR POOL<br />

WELLNESS AREA<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free drinks (wine, beer,<br />

local spirits, soft drinks)<br />

8am - 10pm<br />

Free lunch buffet for<br />

arrivals 19 Dec - 6 Mar<br />

Free après-ski buffet for<br />

arrivals 13 Mar - 3 Apr<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Special discount 2-5yrs:<br />

£250 HS; £159 LS<br />

Child %<br />

discount


<strong>SKI</strong> LEADING • GOOD FOR BEGINNERS • GOOD FOR FAMILIES • SELF DRIVE<br />

ACTIVITIES<br />

HORSE DRAWN SLEIGH RIDES<br />

• Tobogganing<br />

Set aside an evening to enjoy a horse-<br />

• Snowshoeing<br />

drawn sleigh ride through the snow-<br />

• Horse-Drawn Sleigh Rides covered countryside around Maria<br />

• Day Trips to Salzburg & Alm.<br />

Innsbruck<br />

NIGHT <strong>SKI</strong>ING<br />

TOBOGGANING<br />

Can’t get enough time of the slopes?<br />

<strong>The</strong>re are two toboggan tracks <strong>The</strong>re’s no need to stop when the sun<br />

in Maria Alm. Whether you’re goes down as the Simmerl floodlit<br />

looking for high-spirited family slope in Maria Alm stays open until<br />

fun or a romantic evening<br />

under the stars, this is definitely<br />

not to be missed.<br />

9.30pm every Monday and Thursday.<br />

Maria Alm is a traditional, picturesque<br />

village dominated by a beautiful<br />

church and surrounded by numerous<br />

cosy cafés, bars and restaurants. Set<br />

in the extensive Hochköning ski<br />

region of Salzburgerland, this resort<br />

offers a fantastic ski area stretching<br />

across several valleys from Mühlbach<br />

in west to Saalfelden in the east. Its<br />

impressive 150kms of slopes and<br />

variety of terrain means this area can<br />

cater for all abilities - from gentle<br />

nursery slopes in the village or next to<br />

the middle station, to numerous<br />

MARIA ALM – AUSTRIA<br />

LIFT PASS & TUITION<br />

PRICE PROMISE<br />

See page 371<br />

challenging tree-lined runs. <strong>The</strong>re are<br />

a multitude of cosy mountain bars<br />

and restaurants, some of the best<br />

we’ve come across, which means a<br />

hot chocolate or something stronger<br />

is never too many runs away. For<br />

non-skiers, there are various off-slope<br />

activities including tobogganing,<br />

snowshoeing, horse-drawn sleigh<br />

rides and day trips to Salzburg or<br />

Innsbruck.<br />

“Stretching across<br />

several valleys from<br />

Mühlbach in west to<br />

Saalfelden in the<br />

east … its<br />

impressive 150kms<br />

of slopes and<br />

variety of terrain<br />

caters for all<br />

abilities”<br />

BEGINNERS<br />

INTERMEDIATES<br />

ADVANCED<br />

OFF-PISTE<br />

NON <strong>SKI</strong>ERS<br />

FAMILIES<br />

NIGHTLIFE<br />

MOUNTAIN<br />

Skiing Altitude 800m–1900m<br />

Resort Altitude 800m<br />

Pistes 150km<br />

Number of Runs 69<br />

35% 55% 10%<br />

Number of lifts 34<br />

Drags 22 / Chairs 9 / Gondolas 4<br />

Longest Run 5.7km<br />

Direction of Slopes N,S,E,W<br />

Terrain Parks 5<br />

Cross Country Trails 30km<br />

Night Skiing yes<br />

Mountain Restaurants 37<br />

Snowmaking 90%<br />

Resort Ski Bus yes<br />

FAMILY<br />

Fair Excellent<br />

Babycare n/a<br />

Crèche 2yrs+<br />

Ski Kindergarten 3-4yrs,<br />

pre-bookable p271<br />

See page 373 or<br />

neilson.co.uk/childcare for more info.<br />

TRAVEL<br />

Departure Airports Gatwick,<br />

Birmingham, Bristol, Manchester<br />

Destination Salzburg<br />

Season 19 Dec-20 Mar<br />

Departure Day Saturday<br />

Flight Guide See page 384<br />

Transfer Time 1hr 30mins<br />

Private taxi transfers available -<br />

please call us for details<br />

Self Drive See page 368<br />

SPECIAL OFFERS<br />

Pre-book 2 adults ski/board hire and<br />

receive 1 free child ski/board hire<br />

(3-10yrs)<br />

Ski/board rental includes slopeside<br />

storage<br />

269


270<br />

AUSTRIA – MARIA ALM<br />

HOTEL THALERHOF<br />

<strong>The</strong> Thalerhof is decorated in traditional Austrian style and offers quality<br />

accommodation, great facilities and a cosy, welcoming atmosphere. Its<br />

in-house bar, the Dengl Alm, is a traditional Austrian stüberl and a<br />

popular meeting point in the evenings. Situated at the entrance of the<br />

village, just 150m from the nearest lift and 300m away from the village<br />

centre. <strong>The</strong> ski bus that serves the gondola to the beginner’s area at<br />

Aberg stops outside the hotel.<br />

FACILITIES: Bar •Après-ski bar<br />

•Restaurant •Free use of indoor<br />

pool, two saunas, two steam rooms<br />

and relaxation area •Complimentary<br />

wellness tea bar<br />

ROOMS (2-4 PEOPLE): Austrian<br />

twin ‘Komfort’ rooms (25m 2 ) which<br />

can take an extra bed with<br />

telephone, satellite TV, safe,<br />

hairdryer, internet point, shower, wc<br />

and balcony. Larger Austrian twin<br />

‘Hochkoenigblick’ or ‘Bergblick’<br />

rooms (35m 2 ) with a double sofa<br />

bed available at a supplement.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board. Hot and<br />

cold buffet breakfast and five-course<br />

evening meal with a choice of main<br />

HOTEL NIEDERREITER<br />

<strong>The</strong> Niederreiter is a traditional Austrian hotel offering comfortable<br />

accommodation, great facilities and a warm and hospitable welcome. It<br />

is ideally situated in the centre of Maria Alm and next to the village ski<br />

lift and ski school meeting point. Its café and bar are a great meeting<br />

spot at the end of the day.<br />

FACILITIES†: Café/bar with terrace<br />

overlooking the slopes •Restaurant<br />

•Lounge area •À la carte restaurant<br />

•Wifi •Free use of wellness area with<br />

sauna, steam room, relaxation room<br />

and indoor hot tub<br />

ROOMS (2-3 PEOPLE): Recently<br />

refurbished Austrian twin rooms<br />

(25m 2 ), some which can take an<br />

extra bed, with cable TV, hairdryer,<br />

internet access, telephone, bath or<br />

shower, wc and balcony.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board. Buffet<br />

breakfast and four-course evening<br />

meal with a choice of main and<br />

salad buffet. Weekly buffet evening.<br />

Christmas meal & New Year meals<br />

with party included.<br />

and salad buffet. Speciality buffet<br />

dinner three times a week.<br />

Christmas gala dinner with sparkling<br />

wine reception & New Year gala<br />

dinner with sparkling wine<br />

reception, DJ, fireworks and<br />

midnight buffet included.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 35<br />

PROPERTY CODE: WK1H01<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 20<br />

PROPERTY CODE: WK1H00<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk/mariaalm call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

Neilson Rating ••••<br />

INDOOR POOL<br />

WELLNESS AREA<br />

FOUR OR MORE<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free après-ski snacks<br />

three times a week<br />

Complimentary tea bar<br />

in the wellness area<br />

Free use of indoor pool,<br />

two saunas, two steam<br />

rooms and relaxation<br />

area<br />

Neilson Rating •••+<br />

CENTRAL LOCATION<br />

WELLNESS AREA<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free use of wellness<br />

area with sauna, steam<br />

room, hot tub and<br />

relaxation room


Basic Holiday Prices in £s per adult from<br />

the amounts shown.<br />

Hotel Thalerhof<br />

HOTEL EDER<br />

SPECIAL OFFER – PRE-BOOK 2 ADULTS <strong>SKI</strong>/BOARD HIRE & RECEIVE 1 FREE CHILD <strong>SKI</strong>/BOARD HIRE<br />

19 Dec- 26 Dec- 02 Jan- 23 Jan- 06 Feb- 13 Feb- 20 Feb- 06 Mar- 20 Mar-<br />

Nts 25 Dec 01 Jan 22 Jan 05 Feb 12 Feb 19 Feb 05 Mar 19 Mar 26 Mar<br />

MARIA ALM – AUSTRIA<br />

<strong>The</strong> Eder is a traditional Austrian hotel built in wood, offering a friendly<br />

and cosy atmosphere. It boasts an excellent location in the centre of<br />

Maria Alm and is only 200m from the nearest lift. <strong>The</strong> local ski bus stops<br />

outside.<br />

FACILITIES†: Hotel bar •Popular<br />

après ski bar •Restaurants •Free use<br />

of sauna & steam room •Massage<br />

treatments •Children’s play area and<br />

small cinema screen<br />

ROOMS (2-3 PEOPLE): Austrian<br />

twin rooms (25m 2 ), some which can<br />

take an extra bed for child only<br />

(30m 2 ), with cable TV, telephone,<br />

minibar, safe, shower and wc.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board. Breakfast<br />

is buffet style and dinner is five<br />

MARIA ALM GUESTHOUSES<br />

courses with a choice of main and<br />

salad buffet. Christmas & New Year<br />

meals included.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 26<br />

PROPERTY CODE: WK1H02<br />

Offering great value accommodation, these private guesthouses or<br />

pensions are generally family-run. Dotted around Maria Alm, within<br />

1km of the village centre and convenient for the ski bus service, they<br />

offer relatively simple accommodation private bathrooms and a<br />

continental style breakfast. <strong>The</strong> name of your guesthouse will be<br />

advised to you on arrival. As these pensions have very few rooms, it<br />

may be that bookings of more than two rooms cannot be<br />

accommodated in the same house.<br />

FACILITIES†: Breakfast room<br />

ROOMS (2-3 PEOPLE): Austrian<br />

twin rooms, some which can take an<br />

extra bed, with satellite TV,<br />

telephone, shower and wc.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Bed & Breakfast.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★<br />

PROPERTY CODE: WK1G00<br />

MARIA ALM FOR BEGINNERS, INTERMEDIATES & FAMILIES<br />

SNOWSURE BEGINNER SLOPES<br />

<strong>The</strong>re are two ski areas for<br />

beginners, one area in the village<br />

centre and the other, where most<br />

guests opt for, at the middle station<br />

of the Aberg gondola. Here, snow<br />

reliability is assured right the way<br />

through the season. Don’t forget to<br />

pre-book your Beginner Skier’s or<br />

Snowboarder’s Packs - they include<br />

a lift pass, equipment and tuition<br />

and represent a saving on booking<br />

the items individually. See below for<br />

details.<br />

IDEAL CRUISING SLOPES<br />

A 150km network of pistes cover<br />

several mountains east of Maria Alm<br />

to Mühlbach, allowing skiers and<br />

boarders to really cover some<br />

mileage on the many blue and red<br />

runs. For those who call for frequent<br />

stops between runs, the ski area has<br />

no less than 37 mountain huts and<br />

restaurants ensuring a hot chocolate<br />

or schnapps is never too far away.<br />

With a ski area larger than many<br />

well-known Austrian resorts, we’ve<br />

found a hidden gem for<br />

intermediates.<br />

Neilson Rating •••<br />

CENTRAL LOCATION<br />

GOOD FOR FAMILIES<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free use of sauna &<br />

steam room<br />

Neilson Rating ••+<br />

VALUE<br />

No frills accommodation at a cheaper price<br />

– where it's the skiing that really counts!<br />

Supplements in £s per person per night from:<br />

(Unless otherwise stated)<br />

WK1H01 Half Board Room 2/3 7 649 899 529 639 665 939 649 569 569 Room 2/3: Sole use of twin £61, Larger room £7, 3rd & 4th<br />

Adult redn. £12<br />

25%<br />

Hotel Niederreiter<br />

WK1H00 Half Board Room 2/3 7 599 799 525 589 619 899 605 569 569 Room 2/3: Sole use of twin £52, 3rd & 4th Adult redn. £6 25%<br />

Hotel Eder<br />

WK1H02 Half Board Room 2/3 7 689 909 529 559 599 879 595 575 575 Room 2/3: Sole use of twin £52<br />

35%<br />

Maria Alm Guesthouses<br />

WK1G00 Bed & Breakfast Room 2/3 7 465 619 375 419 445 739 439 415 415 Room 2/3: Sole use of twin £27, 3rd & 4th Adult redn. £7 35%<br />

Prices are a guide only & will be confirmed on enquiry. Adult prices in £ sterling start from the amounts shown & apply to selected flight departures between each date range based on current charges & costs. Prices may go up or down & supplements (e.g. flight &/or fuel), or reductions may apply. Supplements ‘from’ are based on low season dates. For full details on how to price your holiday, charges,<br />

supplements & surcharges see ‘Your Holiday Price’ page 368. For important Holiday Information & Booking Conditions see pages 368 - 385. †Some facilities may incur a local charge. LOW 02-29Jan,13Mar-02Apr.MID 19-25Dec,30Jan-12Feb,20Feb-12Mar,03-10Apr.HIGH 26 Dec - 01 Jan, 13 - 19 Feb. NS271a<br />

LIFT PASS (6 DAYS) LS HS <strong>SKI</strong>ER’S PACK (6 DAYS) LS HS <strong>SNOWBOARD</strong>ER’S PACK (6 DAYS) LS HS <strong>SKI</strong>/BOARD EQUIPMENT (6 DAYS) ADULT YOUTH* CHILD* <strong>SKI</strong>/BOARD TUITION<br />

Adult (born before 31/12/90) ..................... £164 £170<br />

Youth (born 01/01/91 - 31/12/93) ............. £135 £140<br />

Child (born 01/01/94 - 31/12/03) .............. £94 £97<br />

HS-19Dec-08Jan,23Jan-26Mar.LS-Allotherdates.<br />

Lift pass covers all resorts in Ski Amadé includingMaria<br />

Alm, Dienten, Mühlbach and other areas including<br />

Schladming, Dochstein, Salzburger Sportwelt and Gastein. ski<br />

area. Free lift pass for children born after 01/01/2004.<br />

Includes handsfree keycard.<br />

Adult - Complete Beginner†† ..................... £335 £340<br />

Adult - Intermediate ................................... £345 £350<br />

Ski Pack Ages: Adult = (born before 31/12/90). Includes: 3<br />

days x 4hrs tuition, 6 days lift pass & 6 days standard ski &<br />

boothire.HS-19Dec-08Jan,23Jan-26Mar.LS-All<br />

other dates. Includes handsfree keycard.<br />

Adult - Complete Beginner†† ..................... £348 £354<br />

Adult - Intermediate ................................... £358 £364<br />

Snowboard Pack Ages: Adult = (born before 31/12/90).<br />

Includes: 3 days x 4hrs tuition, 6 days lift pass & 6 days<br />

standard snowboard & boot hire. HS - 19 Dec - 08 Jan, 23<br />

Jan - 26 Mar. LS - All other dates. Includes handsfree<br />

keycard.<br />

Skis & boots standard ...................... £81 £58 £52<br />

Skis only standard ............................ £64 £49 £44<br />

Skis only superior ............................. £95 - -<br />

Snowboard & boots standard ......... £81 £58 -<br />

Snowboard only standard ............... £64 £49 -<br />

Helmet** .......................................... - - FREE<br />

SPECIAL OFFER: Pre-book 2 adults skiboard hire<br />

and receive 1 free child ski/board hire (3-10yrs).<br />

SPECIAL OFFER: Ski/board rental includes slopeside<br />

storage.<br />

Adult ski school (3x4hrs) ............................................ £110<br />

Child ski school (3x4hrs) ............................................. £110<br />

Snowboard school (3x4hrs) ........................................ £124<br />

Ski Kindergarten (1x2hrs excl lunch) ........................... £28<br />

Ski Kindergarten (6x2hrs excl lunch) ........................... £122<br />

Child ski school = 4-12yrs. Snowboard school = 8yrs+.<br />

Ski kindergarten = 3-4yrs, lunchtime supervision is payable<br />

locally.<br />

MARIA ALM <strong>SKI</strong> PACK<br />

*Child skis & boots = upto 110cm (average 3-6yrs), *Youth<br />

skis & boots = 7-14yrs, Youth board & boots = 8-14yrs.<br />

**Child equipment hire includes helmet hire.<br />

IMPORTANT: †† Complete beginner = Ability Level 0, Intermediate = Ability Level 1-4. Ability levels must be stated at the time of booking - see page 13 for details. Special Offers may be withdrawn at any time. Prices are in £s and are approximate - please see reservation system, our website or call us for more details.<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk/mariaalm call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

GREAT FOR FAMILIES<br />

<strong>The</strong>re is a ski kindergarten<br />

(3-4yrs), child ski school (4-<br />

12yrs) and a non-skiing<br />

crèche (2yrs+) located at<br />

Aberg middle station. Ski<br />

kindergarten and ski school<br />

pre-bookable through<br />

Neilson - see below for<br />

details. Crèche service<br />

bookable direct or locally,<br />

email: info@almsport.at or<br />

telephone: 0043 658 42119<br />

Child %<br />

discount<br />

271


272<br />

AUSTRIA – RAURIS<br />

“Ideally suited to<br />

beginners and<br />

families not just for<br />

the amount of<br />

easier runs but also<br />

for the<br />

convenience.”<br />

BEGINNERS<br />

INTERMEDIATES<br />

ADVANCED<br />

OFF-PISTE<br />

NON <strong>SKI</strong>ERS<br />

FAMILIES<br />

NIGHTLIFE<br />

MOUNTAIN<br />

Skiing Altitude 950m–2200m<br />

Resort Altitude 950m<br />

Pistes 30km<br />

Number of Runs 12<br />

63% 31% 6%<br />

Number of lifts 10<br />

Drags 6 / Chairs 1 / Gondolas 3<br />

Longest Run 2.5km<br />

Direction of Slopes N,W<br />

Terrain Parks no<br />

Half Pipe no<br />

Cross Country Trails 40km<br />

Night Skiing no<br />

Mountain Restaurants 3<br />

Snowmaking 13 snow cannons<br />

Resort Ski Bus yes<br />

FAMILY<br />

Fair Excellent<br />

Babycare 0-3yrs<br />

Crèche n/a<br />

Ski Kindergarten 4-5yrs<br />

See page 373 or<br />

neilson.co.uk/childcare for more info.<br />

TRAVEL<br />

Departure Airports Gatwick,<br />

Birmingham, Bristol, Manchester<br />

Destination Airports Salzberg<br />

Season 19 Dec–20 Mar<br />

Departure Day Saturday<br />

Flight Guide See page 384<br />

Transfer Time 2hrs<br />

Private taxi transfers available -<br />

please call us for details<br />

Self Drive See page 368<br />

SPECIAL OFFERS<br />

Beginner Skiers’ & Beginner<br />

Snowboarders’ packs include free helmet<br />

hire<br />

Ski/board rental includes slopeside<br />

storage<br />

<strong>SKI</strong> LEADING • FAMILY RESORT • LEARN TO TURN RESORT • QUIET NIGHTLIFE •<br />

SELF DRIVE<br />

A traditional village set against a<br />

backdrop of breathtaking scenery,<br />

Rauris is the ultimate Austrian resort<br />

for beginners and families. Set in the<br />

beautiful Hohe Tauern National Park,<br />

the ski area offers long, wide blue<br />

runs for confident beginners and<br />

more challenging red runs for early<br />

intermediates wanting to sharpen up<br />

their technique. With gentle nursery<br />

slopes easily accessible at both the<br />

base and top of the gondola, this is a<br />

resort ideally suited to beginners and<br />

families - not just for the amount of<br />

easier runs but also for the sheer<br />

convenience of it all. <strong>The</strong> village<br />

began life as a goldmining settlement<br />

and has developed into a charming,<br />

typically Austrian ski resort. <strong>The</strong><br />

attractive church dominates the<br />

village centre, surrounded by shops,<br />

restaurants and a few bars. Although<br />

not a lively town, there is plenty for<br />

non-skiers wanting to enjoy the<br />

walking and mountain atmosphere<br />

off the slopes.<br />

ACTIVITIES<br />

• Horse Drawn Sleigh Rides<br />

• Guided Snowshoeing<br />

• Bowling<br />

• Curling<br />

• Cleared Walking Trails<br />

• Ice Climbing<br />

• Alpine Wildlife Park<br />

• Schnapps Distillery<br />

• Excursions to Salzburg<br />

LIFT PASS & TUITION<br />

PRICE PROMISE<br />

See page 371<br />

WINTER HIKING<br />

<strong>The</strong>re are 35km of cleared<br />

walking trails in and around the<br />

National Park surrounding<br />

Rauris. <strong>The</strong>se tranquil walks<br />

provide fantastic scenic views of<br />

the pristine countryside and a<br />

great chance to spot local<br />

wildlife.<br />

HEAD OFF FOR THE DAY<br />

For non-skiers or anyone<br />

wanting a day off the slopes,<br />

Rauris is close to some<br />

interesting places for day<br />

excursions including a local<br />

Schnapps Distillery and the<br />

beautiful, historic city of<br />

Salzburg, just over 1hr’s drive<br />

away.<br />

ADVENTUROUS ICE<br />

CLIMBING<br />

For those with strong nerves,<br />

ice climbing is possible on some<br />

spectacular frozen waterfalls in<br />

the valleys close to Rauris.<br />

Lessons and guiding are<br />

available from an instructor<br />

based in the resort.


HOTEL ST HUBERTUS<br />

It offers a fantastic location next to the gondola & nursery slopes, with<br />

ski school & ski hire on-site. Guests will love the comfortable, cosy<br />

accommodation & friendly, welcoming atmosphere. <strong>The</strong> resort centre is<br />

500m away, just a 5-10 minute walk. <strong>The</strong> free ski bus service stops<br />

adjacent to the hotel.<br />

FACILITIES†: Cosy lounge with<br />

open fire •Restaurant •Après-ski bar<br />

•Free use of small indoor pool &<br />

sauna •Ski hire shop & ski school<br />

adjacent<br />

ROOMS (2-3 PEOPLE): Austrian<br />

twin rooms (18m 2 ) with cable TV,<br />

telephone, safe, shower & wc.<br />

Larger rooms (22m 2 ), which can<br />

take an extra bed, at a supplement.<br />

Junior Suites (35m 2 ) with Austrian<br />

twin beds and a sofa bed, bath or<br />

shower, wc and balcony at a<br />

supplement.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board. Buffet<br />

breakfast & three-course evening<br />

meal with a choice of main course &<br />

salad buffet. Christmas & New Year<br />

meals included.<br />

HOTEL SONNHOF<br />

RAURIS – AUSTRIA<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 54<br />

PROPERTY CODE: WF6H02<br />

<strong>The</strong> Sonnhof is a comfortable, family-run hotel, offering good<br />

accommodation and great facilities for families, groups and couples<br />

alike. Located in a quiet side street 150m from the resort centre and<br />

main street. <strong>The</strong> gondola station, ski school meeting point and ski<br />

kindergarten are 600m away, served by the resort ski bus which stops<br />

150m away.<br />

FACILITIES†: •Bar •Dining room<br />

•Wintergarden •Sun terrace •Free<br />

use of indoor pool and sauna<br />

•Indoor squash court •Table tennis<br />

ROOMS (2-4 PEOPLE): New wing<br />

Austrian twin rooms that can take<br />

one or two extra beds, with cable<br />

TV, telephone, balcony or terrace,<br />

bath or shower and wc.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board. Buffet<br />

style breakfast and evening meal.<br />

Twice weekly speciality buffet.<br />

Christmas and New Year meals<br />

included.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 48<br />

PROPERTY CODE: WF6H01<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk/rauris call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

Neilson Rating •••+<br />

<strong>SKI</strong> TO YOUR DOOR<br />

INDOOR POOL<br />

GOOD FOR FAMILIES<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free daily après-ski<br />

snacks<br />

Free use of small indoor<br />

pool and sauna<br />

Special dsicount 2-5yrs:<br />

£150 HS, £50 LS<br />

Neilson Rating •••<br />

CENTRAL LOCATION<br />

INDOOR POOL<br />

GOOD FOR FAMILIES<br />

FAMILY ROOMS<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free use of indoor pool<br />

and sauna<br />

Special discount 2-5yrs:<br />

£250 HS, £150 LS<br />

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AUSTRIA – RAURIS<br />

RAURIS APARTMENTS<br />

<strong>The</strong>se family-run, well maintained apartments are situated in several<br />

locations in Rauris village, no more than 500m from the resort centre<br />

and ski lifts and well situated for the free bus stop (no more than<br />

200m). As well as offering excellent value, they give guests the<br />

flexibility to cater for themselves or to explore the good choice of cafés<br />

& restaurants in the centre.<br />

APARTMENTS (2-4 PEOPLE):<br />

Ground or first floor apartments<br />

(minimum 44m 2 ) with Austrian twin<br />

bedroom, living area with double<br />

sofa bed, cable or satellite TV,<br />

telephone, kitchenette with electric<br />

hob & fridge, bath or shower & wc,<br />

most with balcony or terrace. Bed<br />

linen & towels included.<br />

HOTEL ALPENROSE<br />

RAURIS FOR FAMILIES, BEGINNERS & NON-<strong>SKI</strong>ERS<br />

FAMILY-ORIENTATED<br />

A choice of gentle slopes and an<br />

activity programme geared up for<br />

the whole family all help make<br />

Rauris one of our top recommended<br />

‘Family Resorts’. Ski school is<br />

available for children from 4 years.<br />

Six full days are pre-bookable<br />

through Neilson - below for details.<br />

Half days or shorter durations are<br />

available locally or bookable direct,<br />

email: ski@ski.co.at.<br />

VALUE<br />

No frills accommodation at a cheaper price<br />

– where it's the skiing that really counts!<br />

VALUE<br />

No frills accommodation at a cheaper price<br />

– where it's the skiing that really counts!<br />

SPECIAL OFFER – BEGINNER <strong>SKI</strong>ER’S PACKS & BEGINNER <strong>SNOWBOARD</strong>ER’S PACKS INCLUDE FREE HELMET HIRE<br />

Basic Holiday Prices in £s per adult from<br />

the amounts shown.<br />

Nts<br />

19 Dec-<br />

25 Dec<br />

26 Dec-<br />

01 Jan<br />

02 Jan-<br />

22 Jan<br />

23 Jan-<br />

05 Feb<br />

06 Feb-<br />

12 Feb<br />

13 Feb-<br />

19 Feb<br />

20 Feb-<br />

05 Mar<br />

06 Mar-<br />

19 Mar<br />

20 Mar-<br />

26 Mar<br />

Supplements in £s per person per night from:<br />

(Unless otherwise stated)<br />

Child %<br />

discount<br />

Hotel St Hubertus<br />

WF6H02 Half Board Room 2 7 609 799 475 539 579 875 575 515 515<br />

Room 2: Sole use of twin £40, Larger room £5, Junior suite<br />

£11, 3rd & 4th Adult redn. £12<br />

35%<br />

Hotel Sonnhof<br />

WF6H01 Half Board Room 2/4 7 529 715 395 439 509 789 479 435 435<br />

Room 2/4: Sole use of twin £29, 3rd & 4th Adult redn. £8 35%<br />

Rauris Apartments<br />

WF6A00 Self Catering Apt 2/4 7 379 539 289 309 369 649 365 339 329<br />

Apt 2/4: 3 share £5, 2 share £15<br />

10%<br />

Hotel Alpenrose<br />

WF6H03 Half Board Room 2/3 7 445 645 355 369 459 739 409 395 395<br />

Room 2/3: Sole use of twin £25, Larger room £4, 3rd & 4th<br />

Adult redn. £6<br />

35%<br />

Prices are a guide only & will be confirmed on enquiry. Adult prices in £ sterling start from the amounts shown & apply to selected flight departures between each date range based on current charges & costs. Prices may go up or down & supplements (e.g. flight &/or fuel), or reductions may apply. Supplements ‘from’ are based on low season dates. For full details on how to price your holiday, charges,<br />

supplements & surcharges see ‘Your Holiday Price’ page 368. For important Holiday Information & Booking Conditions see pages 368 - 385. †Some facilities may incur a local charge. LOW 02-29Jan,13Mar-02Apr.MID 19-25Dec,30Jan-12Feb,20Feb-12Mar,03-10Apr.HIGH 26 Dec - 01 Jan, 13 - 19 Feb. NS274a<br />

LIFT PASS (6 DAYS) LS HS <strong>SKI</strong>ER’S PACK (6 DAYS) LS HS <strong>SNOWBOARD</strong>ER’S PACK (6 DAYS) LS HS <strong>SKI</strong>/BOARD EQUIPMENT (6 DAYS) ADULT CHILD* <strong>SKI</strong>/BOARD TUITION<br />

Adult (born 01/01/50 - 31/12/90) .............. £130 £137<br />

Youth (born 01/01/91 - 31/12/93) ............. £110 £110<br />

Child (born 01/01/94 - 31/12/03) .............. £71 £71<br />

HS-19Dec-08Jan,30Jan-9Apr.LS-Allotherdates.Lift<br />

pass covers Rauris ski area. Free lift pass for children born<br />

after 01/01/2004. Senior lift passes are available to book<br />

locally. Includes handsfree keycard.<br />

Adult - Complete Beginner†† ..................... £280 £285<br />

Adult - Intermediate ................................... £290 £295<br />

Child - Complete Beginner†† ...................... £218 £218<br />

Child - Intermediate .................................... £228 £228<br />

SPECIAL OFFER: Beginner skier’s packs include free<br />

helmet hire.<br />

Ski Pack Ages: Adult = (born before 31/12/90), Child =<br />

(born 01/01/94 - 31/12/03). Includes: 6 days x 4hrs tuitiion,<br />

6 days lift pass & 6 days standard ski & boot hire. HS - 19<br />

Dec - 08 Jan, 30 Jan - 9 Apr. LS - All other dates. Includes<br />

handsfree keycard.<br />

Adult - Complete Beginner†† ..................... £274 £279<br />

Adult - Intermediate ................................... £290 £295<br />

Child - Complete Beginner†† ...................... £231 £231<br />

Child - Intermediate .................................... £241 £241<br />

SPECIAL OFFER: Beginner snowboarder’s packs<br />

include free helmet hire.<br />

Snowboard Pack Ages: Adult = (born before 31/12/90),<br />

Child = (born 01/01/94 - 31/12/02). Includes: 5 days x 2hrs<br />

tuition, 6 days lift pass & 6 days standard snowboard & boot<br />

hire. HS - 19 Dec - 08 Jan, 30 Jan - 9 Apr. LS - All other<br />

dates. Includes handsfree keycard<br />

Skis & boots standard ................................. £67 £50<br />

Skis & boots superior .................................. £108 -<br />

Skis only standard ...................................... £59 £41<br />

Skis only superior ....................................... £88 -<br />

Snowboard & boots standard .................... £83 £83<br />

Snowboard only standard .......................... £67 £67<br />

Helmet** ..................................................... - FREE<br />

SPECIAL OFFER: Ski/board rental includes slopeside<br />

storage.<br />

*Child skis & boots = skis upto 110cm (average 4-6yrs),<br />

*Snowboard & boots = 8-14yrs. **Child equipment hire<br />

includes helmet hire.<br />

Adult ski school (6x4hrs) ............................................ £106<br />

Child ski school (6x4hrs) ............................................. £106<br />

Snowboard school (5x2hrs) ........................................ £96<br />

Child ski school = 4-14yrs. Snowboard school = 8yrs+.<br />

RAURIS <strong>SKI</strong> PACK<br />

BOARD BASIS: Self Catering.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★<br />

Please note: we cannot guarantee<br />

that more than one apartment will<br />

be located in the same building.<br />

PROPERTY CODE: WF6A00<br />

<strong>The</strong> Alpenrose is a friendly, family-run hotel providing simple but<br />

comfortable accommodation. It is well located in the centre of the<br />

resort, close to a good choice of restaurants & bars, 300m from the<br />

nearest ski lift & 5 mins on the free ski bus to the gondola & ski school<br />

meeting point.<br />

FACILITIES†: Restaurant with bar<br />

FOR FAMILIES: Early dinners<br />

•Milk/food heating<br />

ROOMS (2-4 PEOPLE): Austrian<br />

twin rooms which can take an extra<br />

bed with cable TV, telephone, bath<br />

or shower and wc. Larger rooms<br />

sleeping four with two extra beds,<br />

shower, wc & balcony are available<br />

at a reduction.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board. Buffet<br />

breakfast and three course evening<br />

meal. Christmas & New Year meals<br />

included.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 26<br />

PROPERTY CODE: WF6H03<br />

LEARN TO TURN HERE<br />

With dedicated beginner slopes<br />

both at the bottom and the middle<br />

station of the gondola, plus gentle<br />

blue runs at the top of the Hochalm<br />

area to progress onto, even first<br />

timers will be able to take in<br />

breathtaking views across some of<br />

the highest mountains in Austria in<br />

their first week. Don’t forget to prebook<br />

your Beginner Skier’s Pack or<br />

Snowboarder’s Pack (Level 0) – it’s<br />

not available in resort and is cheaper<br />

than booking your lift pass,<br />

equipment and lessons individually -<br />

see below for full details.<br />

Neilson Rating •••<br />

GOOD FOR FAMILIES<br />

FREE CHILD PLACES<br />

Neilson Rating ••+<br />

IMPORTANT: †† Complete beginner = Ability Level 0, Intermediate = Ability Level 1-4. Ability levels must be stated at the time of booking - see page 13 for details. Special Offers may be withdrawn at any time. Prices are in £s and are approximate - please see reservation system, our website or call us for more details.<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk/rauris call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

GOOD FOR FAMILIES<br />

FAMILY ROOMS<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Special discount 2-5yrs:<br />

£250 HS; £150 LS<br />

PLENTY FOR NON-<strong>SKI</strong>ERS<br />

Cleared winter walking<br />

trails, guided snowshoeing<br />

tours, floodlit tobogganing,<br />

ice climbing, horse drawn<br />

sleigh rides are day<br />

excursions to the beautiful,<br />

historic city of Salzburg;<br />

there’s an endless list of<br />

activities and trips available<br />

for non-skiers, families and<br />

anyone simply needing a<br />

rest day.


<strong>SKI</strong> LEADING • FAMILY RESORT • LEARN TO TURN RESORT • QUIET NIGHTLIFE<br />

• SELF DRIVE<br />

ACTIVITIES<br />

• Tobogganing<br />

• Horse Drawn Sleighs<br />

• Floodlit Ice Skating<br />

• Curling<br />

• Snowshoeing<br />

• Night Skiing<br />

• Torchlight Hikes<br />

• Helicopter Scenic Tours<br />

• Snowmobiling<br />

HORSE DRAWN SLEIGH RIDES<br />

Snuggled warm under lots of<br />

blankets, take a delightful<br />

horse-drawn sleigh ride<br />

through the stunning nature<br />

reserve near Katschberg.<br />

TORCHLIT TOBOGANNING<br />

Enjoy a torchlit hike through<br />

the snowy landscape to<br />

Gamskogel Hütte, followed by<br />

tobogganing under the stars.<br />

ICE CURLING<br />

Learn how to curl on<br />

Katschberg’s outdoor ice rink.<br />

Enjoy the music and mulled<br />

wine as the experts teach you<br />

how it’s done.<br />

Katschberg is a small but perfectly<br />

formed resort situated on the border<br />

of the Carinthia and Salzburgerland<br />

provinces, 1½ hours from Salzburg.<br />

With its slopes reaching over 2000<br />

metres, the resort offers a great snow<br />

record and stunning views across<br />

pine-clad landscapes as far as the eye<br />

can see. Beginners and intermediates<br />

are well catered for with the mainly<br />

wide, uncrowded blue and red runs<br />

leading down the two sides of the<br />

valley. However, it’s making things<br />

easy and fun for families where<br />

Katschberg really comes into its own.<br />

2<br />

Ski-in ski-out access from the Hotel<br />

Cristallo, dedicated nursery slopes<br />

and children’s areas and a good<br />

choice of family-focused activities<br />

make it one of our top recommended<br />

resorts for families. <strong>The</strong> small village<br />

retains a traditional atmosphere, its<br />

centre offering a few shops,<br />

restaurants and bars and a fairly quiet<br />

and definitely relaxing atmosphere.<br />

2<br />

HOTEL CRISTALLO<br />

6<br />

KATSCHBERG – AUSTRIA<br />

6<br />

4<br />

LIFT PASS & TUITION<br />

PRICE PROMISE<br />

See page 371<br />

6<br />

T<br />

“It’s making things<br />

easy and fun for<br />

families where<br />

Katschberg really<br />

comes into its<br />

own… one of our<br />

top recommended<br />

resorts for families”<br />

BEGINNERS<br />

INTERMEDIATES<br />

ADVANCED<br />

OFF-PISTE<br />

NON <strong>SKI</strong>ERS<br />

FAMILIES<br />

NIGHTLIFE<br />

MOUNTAIN<br />

Skiing Altitude 1640m–2220m<br />

Resort Altitude 1641m<br />

Pistes 60km<br />

Number of Runs 32<br />

19% 65% 16%<br />

Number of lifts 15<br />

Drags 9 / Chairs 2<br />

Longest Run 4km<br />

Direction of Slopes S,E,W<br />

Terrain Parks yes<br />

Half Pipe no<br />

Cross Country Trails 20km<br />

Night Skiing yes<br />

Mountain Restaurants 13<br />

Snowmaking 90% runs covered<br />

Resort Ski Bus yes<br />

FAMILY<br />

Fair Excellent<br />

Babycare See Hotel Cristallo<br />

Crèche See Hotel Cristallo<br />

Ski Kindergarten 4-5yrs,<br />

pre-bookable p277<br />

See page 373 or<br />

neilson.co.uk/childcare for more info.<br />

TRAVEL<br />

Departure Airports Gatwick,<br />

Birmingham, Manchester<br />

Destination Airport Salzburg<br />

Season 19 Dec-3 Apr<br />

Departure Day Saturday<br />

Flight Guide see page 384<br />

Transfer Time 1hr 30mins<br />

Private taxi transfers available -<br />

please call us for details<br />

Self Drive See page 368<br />

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AUSTRIA – KATSCHBERG<br />

Royal Superior Room Classic Standard Room<br />

Family Kristall Suite<br />

FALKENSTEINER HOTEL CRISTALLO<br />

Falkensteiner Hotel Cristallo cleverly combines a refurbished original<br />

building with a recently built wing housing its family suites, public areas<br />

and leisure facilities. Its contemporary interiors are spacious and bright,<br />

contributing to a very relaxing environment.<br />

<strong>The</strong> hotel’s location could not be better, literally on the slopes, next to<br />

an express chairlift, the ski school meeting point and nursery slopes and<br />

opposite the children’s ski area which can be viewed by parents from<br />

the hotel’s bar and terrace area. It’s not just the fantastic location that<br />

makes this hotel so appealing, the property boasts a huge array of<br />

facilities for adults and children of all ages. Children will love the familyonly<br />

indoor pool, slide and spa area, plus the games room, play area<br />

and daily activities supervised by hotel nannies. Meanwhile, parents can<br />

make the most of the superb ‘Acquapura Spa’ area or enjoy one of the<br />

many beauty or massage treatments on offer.<br />

Katschberg village centre is nearby at 250m for a small selection of<br />

shops, bars and restaurants. <strong>The</strong>re are also plenty of non-ski activities to<br />

try out including tobogganing, ice skating, horse-drawn sleigh rides<br />

and torchlit walks. This is simply a superb choice for families but would<br />

be equally attractive to couples looking for first class, ski in–ski out<br />

accommodation and everything under one roof.<br />

FACILITIES†: •Large lobby with<br />

seating areas and open fire •Large<br />

bar with terrace overlooking the<br />

slopes •Library with comfortable<br />

seating •Large restaurant with<br />

several seating areas •Panoramic<br />

relaxation room on top floor with<br />

water beds overlooking the pistes<br />

and mountains •Free use of<br />

panoramic fitness room •In-house<br />

ski school & ski hire shop •Ski<br />

storage with heated boot warmers<br />

•Outdoor après-ski hut<br />

SPA FEATURES†: Free use of 85m 2<br />

indoor pool & 110m 2 outdoor pool<br />

•Free use of wellness area with two<br />

saunas, steam room, outdoor hot<br />

tub, ice pool & relaxation rooms<br />

with panoramic views •Six<br />

treatment rooms offering a full<br />

range of beauty and massage<br />

treatments •Four specialist<br />

276 Click www.neilson.co.uk/katschberg call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

treatment rooms offering hydromassage,<br />

hay bath, soft pack and<br />

double treatments •Free use of spa<br />

lounge with comfortable seating.<br />

For important information on spa<br />

facilities please see page 375.<br />

FOR FAMILIES: Free use of ‘Jungle<br />

World’ indoor pool with slide, baby<br />

pool and showers open 7am-8pm<br />

•Free use of ‘Undersea World’ –<br />

sauna, steam room and showers for<br />

families with children •Free<br />

‘Falkyland’ hotel-run children’s club<br />

3-12 year olds open 10am-8pm<br />

Sun-Fri – lunch at the restaurant and<br />

soft drinks at the ‘Falkyland’ during<br />

child care hours are included (lunch<br />

supervision on request) •Wellequipped<br />

room with ball pool, soft<br />

play area, arts & crafts materials and<br />

games •Supervised activities


•Games room with pool table,<br />

pinball machines and computer<br />

games •Special children’s buffet at<br />

dinner •Babysitting available<br />

(bookable direct with hotel, prebooking<br />

advised) •Free baby<br />

monitors (deposit required) •Free<br />

cots & linen •Free use of baby bath<br />

tubs, baby back carriers, nappy<br />

changing mats and buckets, bottle<br />

warmers, thermometers, bibs,<br />

highchairs, seat cushions and<br />

buggies (subject to availability)<br />

STANDARD ROOMS (2-4 PEOPLE):<br />

‘Classic’ rooms (25m 2 ) are located in<br />

a separate wing connected to the<br />

main building and have been partly<br />

refurbished. With dark wood<br />

interiors, they have Austrian twin<br />

beds and a sofa that converts into<br />

two bunk beds (suitable for 1 adult<br />

or 2 children), satellite TV, radio,<br />

Basic Holiday Prices in £s per adult from<br />

the amounts shown.<br />

19 Dec- 26 Dec- 02 Jan- 23 Jan- 06 Feb- 13 Feb- 20 Feb- 06 Mar- 20 Mar- 27 Mar- 03 Apr-<br />

Nts 25 Dec 01 Jan 22 Jan 05 Feb 12 Feb 19 Feb 05 Mar 19 Mar 26 Mar 02 Apr 09 Apr<br />

Neilson Rating ••••+<br />

Supplements in £s per person per night from:<br />

(Unless otherwise stated)<br />

A handpicked selection of hotels<br />

offering first class spa facilities<br />

Falkensteiner Hotel Cristallo<br />

Room 2/4 Classic: Sole use of Classic £59, 3rd & 4th Adult<br />

WH1H00 Full Board Room 2/4 Classic 7 889 1299 679 699 819 1229 689 779 669 819 899 redn. £5<br />

35%<br />

Room 2/3 Royal 7 979 1415 739 759 915 1335 749 875 729 915 995<br />

Room 2/5 Family Suite 7 1149 1545 859 879 1079 1495 869 1039 849 1079 1159<br />

Room 2/3 Royal: Junior suite £10, Sole use of Royal £23, 3rd<br />

&4thAdultredn.£6<br />

Room 2/5 Family Suite: 2 Floor Maisonettes £42, 3rd & 4th<br />

Adult redn. £8<br />

Prices are a guide only & will be confirmed on enquiry. Adult prices in £ sterling start from the amounts shown & apply to selected flight departures between each date range based on current charges & costs. Prices may go up or down & supplements (e.g. flight &/or fuel), or reductions may apply. Supplements ‘from’ are based on low season dates. For full details on how to price your holiday, charges,<br />

supplements & surcharges see ‘Your Holiday Price’ page 368. For important Holiday Information & Booking Conditions see pages 368 - 385. †Some facilities may incur a local charge. LOW 02-29Jan,13Mar-02Apr.MID 19-25Dec,30Jan-12Feb,20Feb-12Mar,03-10Apr.HIGH 26 Dec - 01 Jan, 13 - 19 Feb. NS277a<br />

LIFT PASS (6 DAYS) LS HS<br />

Adult (born 01/01/45 - 31/12/90 ) ............. £155 £167<br />

Youth (born 01/01/91 - 31/12/94) ............. £127 £136<br />

Child (born 01/01/95 - 31/12/03) .............. £82 £89<br />

Senior (born before 31/12/44) ................... £127 £136<br />

HS - 19 Dec - 19 Mar, 3 Apr - 9 Apr. LS - All other dates. Lift<br />

pass covers 34 ski areas in Carinthia and East Tyrol including<br />

Bad Kleinkirchheim, Turracher Hohe and Nassfeld ski area.<br />

Free lift pass for children born after 01/01/2004, only when<br />

skiiing with parents. Includes handsfree keycard.<br />

telephone, fridge, hairdryer,<br />

bathrobes, bath or shower, wc, and<br />

balcony or terrace. Sole use of this<br />

room available at a supplement on<br />

request. <strong>The</strong>re is no lift access to<br />

these rooms.<br />

SUPERIOR ROOMS (2-3 PEOPLE):<br />

‘Royal’ rooms, (20m 2 ) have been<br />

fully refurbished. <strong>The</strong>y have light<br />

wood interiors, Austrian twin beds<br />

and can take an extra bed (for a<br />

child only) with bath or shower &<br />

wc. Sole use of this room is available<br />

at a supplement on request.<br />

JUNIOR SUITES (2-4 PEOPLE):<br />

Suites (30m 2 ) with an Austrian twin<br />

bedroom and separate living area<br />

with a sofa that converts into two<br />

bunk beds or a separate bunk room<br />

(suitable for 1 adult or 2 children)<br />

with bath or shower & wc on<br />

request at a supplement.<br />

<strong>SKI</strong>ER’S PACK (6 DAYS) LS HS<br />

Adult - Complete Beginner†† ..................... £311 £323<br />

Adult - Intermediate ................................... £321 £333<br />

Youth - Complete Beginner†† ..................... £278 £282<br />

Youth - Intermediate .................................. £288 £292<br />

Child - Complete Beginner†† ...................... £222 £228<br />

Child - Intermediate .................................... £232 £238<br />

Ski Pack Ages: Adult = (born 01/01/45 - 31/12/90), Youth =<br />

(born 01/01/91 - 31/12/94), Child = (born 01/01/95 -<br />

31/12/03) Includes: 6 days x 4hrs tuition, 6 days lift pass & 6<br />

days standard ski & boot hire. HS - 19 Dec - 19 Mar, 3 Apr -<br />

9 Apr. LS - All other dates. Includes handsfree keycard.<br />

Aquapura Pool<br />

FAMILY SUITES KRISTALL (2-5<br />

PEOPLE): Spacious suites (40m 2 ),<br />

finished to a high standard, with<br />

Austrian twin bedroom connecting<br />

to bunk room via a walk-through<br />

wardrobe, a sitting area with a<br />

double sofa bed, flatscreen satellite<br />

TV, radio, telephone, fridge, safe,<br />

hairdryer, bathrobes, bathroom with<br />

bath or shower, separate wc and<br />

balcony or terrace. Suites sleep<br />

maximum of 3 adults and 2 children<br />

or 2 adults and 3 children.<br />

2 FLOOR MAISONETTES (2-5<br />

PEOPLE): 2 floor rooms (80m 2 ) with<br />

a master Austrian twin bedroom, an<br />

additional Austrian twin bedroom<br />

and a double sofa bed in the lounge<br />

area, with bath or shower & wc on<br />

request at a supplement.<br />

<strong>SNOWBOARD</strong>ER’S PACK (6 DAYS) LS HS<br />

Adult - Complete Beginner†† ..................... £308 £304<br />

Adult - Intermediate ................................... £318 £314<br />

Child - Complete Beginner†† ...................... £225 £231<br />

Child - Intermediate .................................... £235 £241<br />

Snowboard Pack Ages: Adult = (born 01/01/45 - 31/12/90),<br />

Child = (born 01/01/95 - 31/12/02) Includes: 6 days x 2hrs<br />

tuition, 6 days lift pass & 6 days standard snowboard & boot<br />

hire. HS - 19 Dec - 19 Mar, 3 Apr - 9 Apr. LS - All other<br />

dates. Includes handsfree keycard.<br />

KATSCHBERG <strong>SKI</strong> PACK<br />

KATSCHBERG – AUSTRIA<br />

Jungle World pool<br />

BOARD BASIS: Full Board. Extensive<br />

buffet breakfast with hot options<br />

and healthy alternatives (extended<br />

breakfast option until 11am). Lunch<br />

buffet. Daily cake buffet. Five-course<br />

evening meal with starter, soup,<br />

choice of main course, salad buffet<br />

and dessert or cheese. Weekly<br />

speciality buffet. A good choice of<br />

international wines are available in<br />

the restaurant. Christmas & New<br />

Year Gala dinners included.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 130<br />

PROPERTY CODE: WH1H00<br />

<strong>SKI</strong>/BOARD EQUIPMENT (6 DAYS) ADULT YOUTH* CHILD*<br />

Skis & boots standard ...................... £69 £66 £56<br />

Skis & boots superior ....................... £113 - -<br />

Skis only standard ............................ £59 £52 £40<br />

Skis only superior ............................. £98 - -<br />

Snowboard & boots standard ......... £72 £69 -<br />

Snowboard only standard ............... £40 £40 -<br />

Helmet** .......................................... - - FREE<br />

*Child skis = 80-130cm (average 3-7yrs), *Youth skis =<br />

130-140cm (average 8-15yrs), *Youth Board = 8-15yrs.<br />

**Child equipment hire includes helmet hire.<br />

<strong>SKI</strong> IN <strong>SKI</strong> OUT<br />

INDOOR POOL<br />

OUTDOOR POOL<br />

WELLNESS AREA<br />

GOOD FOR FAMILIES<br />

CHILDREN’S CLUB<br />

FAMILY ROOMS<br />

Child %<br />

discount<br />

<strong>SKI</strong>/BOARD TUITION<br />

Adult ski school (6x4hrs) ............................................ £113<br />

Child ski school (6x4hrs) ............................................. £91<br />

Snowboard school (6x2hrs) ........................................ £91<br />

Ski Kindergarten * (6x4hrs excl lunch) ........................ £197<br />

Ski Kindergarten * (3x4hrs excl lunch) ........................ £147<br />

Child ski school = 6-13yrs. Snowboard school = 8yrs+.<br />

*Ski kindergarten = 4-5yrs & includes a lift pass for the<br />

duration of the lessons.<br />

IMPORTANT: †† Complete beginner = Ability Level 0, Intermediate = Ability Level 1-4. Ability levels must be stated at the time of booking - see page 13 for details. Special Offers may be withdrawn at any time. Prices are in £s and are approximate - please see reservation system, our website or call us for more details.<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk/katschberg call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free daily lunch buffet<br />

(soup, salad & hot dish)<br />

12-1.30pm<br />

Free daily cake buffet<br />

3.30-4.30pm<br />

Free children’s club 3-<br />

12yrs, 10am-8pm<br />

Free use of children’s<br />

pool & family spa area<br />

Free use of indoor &<br />

outdoor pool area<br />

Free use of spa &<br />

wellness area<br />

Special discount 2-5yrs:<br />

£150 HS; £50 LS<br />

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WELCOME TO FRANCE<br />

One in every three skiers from<br />

the UK goes to France for some<br />

of the best ski terrain in the<br />

world. <strong>The</strong> accommodation we<br />

offer ranges from basic self<br />

catering apartments to our cosy<br />

Neilson run chalets or fully<br />

serviced four star hotels in some<br />

of the top resorts in the world.<br />

What’s more, France offers some<br />

of the shortest self drive<br />

destinations - you can book<br />

‘accommodation only’ and save<br />

£’s off your holiday.<br />

• Chalet holidays are probably one<br />

of the most cost effective holidays<br />

to take because of everything<br />

that’s included in the price, such<br />

as wine with your evening meal.<br />

• <strong>The</strong>re are 29 stunning chalets &<br />

lodges available in France. See<br />

page 24/25 for details.<br />

• Eurostar direct train services<br />

from St Pancras or Ashford<br />

International stations available for<br />

holidays to Les Arcs, La Plagne,<br />

Meribel, Mottaret, Courchevel &<br />

La Tania. See page 368.<br />

• Self-drive holiday prices include a<br />

return Eurotunnel crossing with a<br />

free FlexiPlus upgrade - giving<br />

you more flexibility and other<br />

benefits. See page 368.<br />

Alpe d’Huez 320-325<br />

Avoriaz 279-281<br />

Chamonix 282-285<br />

Courchevel 1650, 1850 352-357<br />

Flaine 286-289<br />

La Plagne 293-301<br />

La Rosière 290-292<br />

La Tania 344-345<br />

Les Arcs 1800, 1950, 2000 302-308<br />

Les Deux Alpes 326-333<br />

Les Menuires 358-361<br />

Méribel & Mottaret 346-351<br />

Montgenèvre 338-340<br />

Serre Chevalier 334-337<br />

Tignes 314-319<br />

Val D’lsère 309-313<br />

Valmorel 341-343<br />

Val Thorens 362-367<br />

FR FRAN AN ANCE CE C<br />

GRENOBLE<br />

Les Deux Alpes<br />

GENEVA<br />

Flaine<br />

Avoriaz<br />

SW SWIT ITZE ZE Z RL RLAN AND<br />

Chamonix<br />

La Rosière<br />

Les Arcs<br />

La Plagne Tignes<br />

Valmorel<br />

Val d’Isère<br />

La Tania<br />

Méribel &<br />

Mottaret<br />

Les Ménuires<br />

Courchevel<br />

Val Thorens<br />

IT ITAL AL ALY<br />

Alpe d’Huez<br />

Serre Chevalier<br />

Without a doubt there is a resort<br />

that is ideal for everyone<br />

Montgenèvre<br />

TURIN


GOOD FOR FAMILIES • LEARN TO TURN RESORT • SELF DRIVE<br />

ACTIVITIES<br />

• Showshoeing<br />

• Dogsledding<br />

• Horse Drawn Sleigh Rides<br />

• Ice Skating<br />

• Helicopter Tours<br />

• Paragliding<br />

• Hot Air Ballooning<br />

• Cinema<br />

• Bowling<br />

A TRIP IN A HORSE-DRAWN CART<br />

Take a leisurely turn around the resort<br />

on this traditional mode of transport.<br />

SEE THE WORLD FROM A HOT AIR<br />

BALLOON<br />

Discover the Portes du Soleil ski area<br />

from another angle in a hot air<br />

balloon. <strong>The</strong> 1hr long flight will show<br />

you just how stunning the surrounding<br />

mountains really are.<br />

You’ll be more at home in a horse<br />

and cart than a car in purpose-built<br />

Avoriaz. A compact, traffic-free haven<br />

for skiers, perched high in the<br />

mountains of the huge ‘Portes Du<br />

Soleil’ ski area – which spreads over<br />

eight resorts and crosses the border<br />

into Switzerland. Being so high,<br />

Avoriaz enjoys a good snow record,<br />

an enviable location in this extensive<br />

and well linked ski area and fantastic<br />

board parks all within easy reach.<br />

Good for beginners, fabulous for<br />

intermediates and families with all<br />

properties offering maximum<br />

convenience with ski in-ski out access.<br />

<strong>The</strong> après-ski scene generates a good<br />

atmosphere in the resort but your<br />

choice is limited to a few bars. This is<br />

a skier’s and boarder’ s heaven, with a<br />

great snowy playground at your feet,<br />

but little else if snow sports are not<br />

your thing.<br />

AVORIAZ – FRANCE<br />

LIFT PASS & TUITION<br />

PRICE PROMISE<br />

See page 371<br />

“A compact, trafficfree<br />

haven for skiers,<br />

in the huge ‘Portes<br />

Du Soleil’ ski area –<br />

which spreads over<br />

eight resorts and<br />

crosses the border<br />

into Switzerland”<br />

BEGINNERS<br />

INTERMEDIATES<br />

ADVANCED<br />

OFF-PISTE<br />

NON <strong>SKI</strong>ERS<br />

FAMILIES<br />

NIGHTLIFE<br />

Fair Excellent<br />

MOUNTAIN<br />

Skiing Altitude 975m–2275m<br />

Resort Altitude 1800m<br />

Pistes Area - 650km<br />

Number of Runs 67<br />

14% 39% 37% 10%<br />

Number of lifts 209<br />

Drags 107 / Chairs 83 / Gondolas 10<br />

Cable Cars 4<br />

Longest Run 11km<br />

Direction of Slopes N,S,E,W<br />

Terrain Parks yes<br />

Half Pipe yes<br />

Cross Country Trails 45km<br />

Night Skiing yes<br />

Mountain Restaurants 30<br />

Snowmaking 9% snow cannons<br />

Resort Ski Bus no<br />

Linked Resorts Abondance, Châtel,<br />

La Chapelle d’Abondance,<br />

Les Gets, Montriond, Morzine,<br />

Saint Jean d’Aulps,<br />

Champéry, Les Crosets,<br />

Morgins & Torgon<br />

FAMILY<br />

Babycare 3mths-5yrs<br />

Crèche 3mths-5yrs<br />

Ski Kindergarten 3yrs+<br />

See page 373 or<br />

neilson.co.uk/childcare for more info.<br />

TRAVEL<br />

Departure Airports<br />

Gatwick & Manchester<br />

Destination Airport Geneva<br />

Season 19 Dec-10 Apr<br />

Departure Day Saturday<br />

Flight Guide see page 384<br />

Transfer Time 1hr 45mins<br />

Private taxi transfers available -<br />

please call us for details<br />

Self Drive See page 368<br />

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FRANCE – AVORIAZ<br />

LES BALCONS DU SOLEIL APARTMENTS<br />

<strong>The</strong>se apartments have recently been refurbished to a high quality to<br />

provide comfortable and stylish accommodation with the added benefit<br />

of being able to ski to and from your door. Just 200m to resort centre<br />

and 150m to ski school meeting point.<br />

FACILITIES†: Reception<br />

ACCOMMODATION: Fully<br />

equipped kitchenette with four-ring<br />

hob, microwave, grill/oven and<br />

bathroom with bath, shower & wc.<br />

Bed linen, towels, cleaning pack,<br />

end of stay cleaning (except kitchen<br />

& washing up) & TV included.<br />

STUDIOS (2-4 PEOPLE): Approx 20-<br />

24m 2 , living room with two single<br />

sofa beds & cabine in the hallway<br />

with bunks.<br />

APARTMENTS (2-4 PEOPLE):<br />

Approx 23-28m 2 , bedroom with<br />

double bed & living room with two<br />

single sofa beds.<br />

APARTMENTS (2-6 PEOPLE):<br />

Approx 34-41m 2 , bedroom with<br />

double bed, living room with two<br />

single sofa beds and a cabine room<br />

with bunks.<br />

LA FALAISE APARTMENTS<br />

Good value, ski in-ski out accommodation located in a selection of<br />

buildings in the ‘Falaise’ area of the resort. Located just 200m from the<br />

resort centre and 150m from the ski school meeting point.<br />

ACCOMMODATION: All have<br />

balcony, kitchenette with four hot<br />

plates, mini-oven, fridge,<br />

dishwasher, bathroom with bath,<br />

shower & wc. Bed linen, towels,<br />

cleaning pack, end of stay cleaning<br />

(except kitchen & washing up) & TV<br />

included.<br />

STUDIOS (2-4 PEOPLE): Approx.<br />

20-24m 2 , living/dining area with<br />

two single sofa beds and a cabine in<br />

the hallway with bunks.<br />

APARTMENTS (2-5 PEOPLE):<br />

Approx. 23-28m 2 , double bedroom<br />

and living/dining area with two<br />

single sofa beds and pull-out bed.<br />

APARTMENTS (2-7 PEOPLE):<br />

Approx 38-44m 2 , bedroom with<br />

double bed, living area with three<br />

pull-out beds and a cabine room<br />

with bunks. Prices on reservations<br />

system.<br />

DEPOSIT: Approx €200 per<br />

studio/apartment, payable on<br />

arrival.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Self Catering. Half<br />

Board, Evening Meal & Meal Plan (3<br />

dinners per week) option available<br />

to pre-book.<br />

Please note: Extra services are<br />

available - Please see page 374 for<br />

details, and important information<br />

about apartments.<br />

PROPERTY CODE: X62A08<br />

DEPOSIT: Approx €200 per<br />

studio/apartment, payable on<br />

arrival.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Self Catering. Half<br />

Board, Evening Meal & Meal Plan (3<br />

dinners per week) option available<br />

to pre-book.<br />

Please note: Extra services available -<br />

Please see page 374 for details, and<br />

important information about<br />

apartments.<br />

PROPERTY CODE: X62A07<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk/avoriaz call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

Neilson Rating •••+<br />

<strong>SKI</strong> IN <strong>SKI</strong> OUT<br />

Neilson Rating ••+<br />

<strong>SKI</strong> IN <strong>SKI</strong> OUT<br />

VALUE<br />

No frills accommodation at a cheaper price<br />

– where it's the skiing that really counts!


Basic Holiday Prices in £s per adult from<br />

the amounts shown.<br />

Les Balcons Du Soleil Apartments<br />

PORTES DU SOLEIL APARTMENTS<br />

Located in the heart of the resort and a stone's throw from the shops<br />

and nightlife, these apartments make a great base to explore all that<br />

Avoriaz has to offer.<br />

ACCOMMODATION: Kitchenette<br />

with two hotplates, fridge,<br />

microwave oven, living/dining area<br />

with two single sofa beds, TV &<br />

balcony, bathroom with bath,<br />

shower & wc. Bed linen included.<br />

Towels available for hire locally. End<br />

of stay cleaning payable locally.<br />

STUDIOS (2 PEOPLE): Approx.<br />

17m 2 , lounge/diner with one sofa<br />

bed and pull out bed.<br />

STUDIOS (2-3 PEOPLE): Approx.<br />

24m 2 , lounge/diner with two sofa<br />

beds or bunks and a pull out bed.<br />

ANTARES APARTMENTS<br />

19 Dec- 26 Dec- 02 Jan- 23 Jan- 06 Feb- 13 Feb- 20 Feb- 06 Mar- 20 Mar- 27 Mar- 03 Apr- 10 Apr-<br />

Nts 25 Dec 01 Jan 22 Jan 05 Feb 12 Feb 19 Feb 05 Mar 19 Mar 26 Mar 02 Apr 09 Apr 17 Apr<br />

AVORIAZ – FRANCE<br />

APARTMENT (2-6 PEOPLE):<br />

Approx. 40m 2 , bedroom with<br />

double bed, lounge/diner with one<br />

sofa bed and pull out bed and<br />

cabine area with bunks. Apartments<br />

have a dishwasher and extra<br />

bathroom.<br />

DEPOSIT: Approx €200 per<br />

studio/apartment, payable on<br />

arrival.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Self Catering.<br />

Please note: Extra services are<br />

available - Please see page 374 for<br />

details, and important information<br />

about apartments.<br />

PROPERTY CODE: X62A04<br />

Located just above the resort centre, these modern and stylish<br />

apartments enjoy uninterrupted views over the valley. <strong>The</strong>y offer direct<br />

access to the slopes with a nearby pedestrian lift linking you to the<br />

heart of Avoriaz, a 5-10 minute walk away.<br />

FACILITIES†: Reception •Wifi<br />

•Children's area<br />

ACCOMMODATION: Kitchenette<br />

with two hotplates, fridge,<br />

microwave oven, living/dining area<br />

with TV & balcony, bathroom with<br />

bath, shower & wc. Bed linen<br />

included. Towels available for hire<br />

locally. End of stay cleaning payable<br />

locally.<br />

STUDIOS (2-4 PEOPLE): Approx.<br />

21m 2 , lounge/diner with double<br />

sofa bed and a cabine with bunks.<br />

APARTMENT (2-4 PEOPLE):<br />

Approx. 24m 2 , bedroom with<br />

double bed and two single sofa beds<br />

in the lounge.<br />

APARTMENT (2-7 PEOPLE):<br />

Approx. 43m 2 , bedroom with<br />

double bed, lounge with two single<br />

sofa beds and a pull out bed and<br />

cabine area with bunks. Some<br />

apartments have an extra shower<br />

room.<br />

DEPOSIT: Approx €200 per<br />

studio/apartment, payable on<br />

arrival.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Self Catering.<br />

Please note: Extra services are<br />

available - please see page 374 for<br />

details, and important information<br />

about apartments.<br />

PROPERTY CODE: X62A10<br />

Neilson Rating ••<br />

<strong>SKI</strong> IN <strong>SKI</strong> OUT<br />

CENTRAL LOCATION<br />

Neilson Rating •••<br />

<strong>SKI</strong> IN <strong>SKI</strong> OUT<br />

GOOD FOR FAMILIES<br />

Supplements in £s per person per night from:<br />

(Unless otherwise stated)<br />

Apt 2/4: 3 share £7, 2 share £21<br />

Apt 2/6: 5 share £4, 4 share £10, 3 share £21, 2 share £41<br />

X62A08 Self Catering Apt 2/4 7 525 679 325 365 449 799 479 375 355 415 539 459<br />

10%<br />

Apt 2/6 7 515 669 315 355 439 789 469 365 345 405 529 449<br />

La Falaise Apartments<br />

X62A07 Self Catering Studio 2/4 7 439 615 295 315 355 719 369 329 309 365 445 399<br />

Studio 2/4: 3 share £5, 2 share £16<br />

10%<br />

Apt 2/5 7 435 609 289 309 349 715 365 325 305 359 439 395<br />

Apt 2/5: 4 share £4, 3 share £11, 2 share £24<br />

Portes Du Soleil Apartments<br />

X62A04 Self Catering Studio 2 7 509 745 349 385 485 885 519 405 379 439 525 479<br />

Studio 2: Sole use £23<br />

10%<br />

Studio 2/3 7 465 675 315 345 419 779 429 359 339 399 485 439<br />

Studio 2/3: 2share£9<br />

Apt 2/6 7 435 645 285 315 389 749 399 329 309 369 455 409<br />

Apt 2/6: 5 share £3, 4 share £7, 3 share £14, 2 share £27<br />

Antares Apartments<br />

X62A10 Self Catering Studio 2/4 7 455 639 299 325 429 745 439 345 319 379 459 415<br />

Studio 2/4: 3 share £5, 2 share £16<br />

10%<br />

Apt 2/4 7 445 629 289 315 419 735 429 335 309 369 449 405<br />

Apt 2/4: 3 share £5, 2 share £14<br />

Apt 2/7 7 435 619 279 305 409 725 419 325 299 359 439 395<br />

Apt 2/7: 6 share £2, 5 share £5, 4 share £10, 3 share £18,<br />

2 share £33<br />

Prices are a guide only & will be confirmed on enquiry. Adult prices in £ sterling start from the amounts shown & apply to selected flight departures between each date range based on current charges & costs. Prices may go up or down & supplements (e.g. flight &/or fuel), or reductions may apply. Supplements ‘from’ are based on low season dates. For full details on how to price your holiday, charges,<br />

supplements & surcharges see ‘Your Holiday Price’ page 368. For important Holiday Information & Booking Conditions see pages 368 - 385. †Some facilities may incur a local charge. LOW 12-18Dec,02-29Jan,13-26Mar.MID 19-25Dec,30Jan-12Feb,20Feb-12Mar,27Mar-17Apr.HIGH 26 Dec - 01 Jan, 13 - 19 Feb. NS281a<br />

LIFT PASS (6 DAYS) LOCAL AREA <strong>SKI</strong>ER’S PACK (6 DAYS)<br />

<strong>SNOWBOARD</strong>ER’S PACK (6 DAYS)<br />

<strong>SKI</strong>/BOARD EQUIPMENT (6 DAYS) ADULT CHILD* <strong>SKI</strong>/BOARD TUITION<br />

Adult (16-60yrs) ......................................... £125 £195<br />

Child (5-15yrs) ............................................ £99 £135<br />

Senior (61-75yrs) ........................................ £125 £165<br />

Local lift pass covers Avoriaz ski area & Area lift pass covers<br />

Portes Du Soleil ski area. Free lift pass for children 0-4yrs.<br />

Includes handsfree keycard.<br />

Adult - Complete Beginner †† ..................................... £259<br />

Adult - Intermediate .................................................... £269<br />

Child - Complete Beginner †† ..................................... £209<br />

Child - Intermediate .................................................... £219<br />

Ski Pack Ages: Adult = 13yrs+, Child = 8-12yrs.<br />

Includes: 6 days x 2hrs30m tuition, 6 days local lift pass & 6<br />

days standard ski & boot hire. Includes handsfree keycard.<br />

Adult - Complete Beginner †† ..................................... £289<br />

Adult - Intermediate .................................................... £299<br />

Child - Complete Beginner †† ..................................... £239<br />

Child - Intermediate .................................................... £259<br />

Snowboard Pack Ages: Adult = 13yrs+, Child = 8-12yrs.<br />

Includes: 6 days x 2hrs30mins tuition, 6 days local lift pass &<br />

6 days standard snowboard & boot hire. Includes handsfree<br />

keycard.<br />

AVORIAZ <strong>SKI</strong> PACK<br />

Skis & boots beginner ................................. £59 £49<br />

Skis & boots intermediate ........................... £89 -<br />

Skis & boots superior .................................. £115 -<br />

Skis only beginner ...................................... £49 £45<br />

Skis only intermediate ................................ £59 -<br />

Skis only superior ....................................... £79 -<br />

Snowboard & boots .................................... £95 £105<br />

Snowboard only ......................................... £69 £69<br />

Helmet** .................................................... - Included<br />

*Child skis & boots = 7-11yrs, *Child board & boots = 8-11yrs.<br />

**All child equipment hire includes a helmet.<br />

Adult ski school (6x2hrs30m) ..................................... £119<br />

Child ski school (6x2hrs30m) ...................................... £99<br />

Adult snowboard school (6x2hrs30m) ....................... £119<br />

Child snowboard school (6x2hrs30m) ........................ £99<br />

Child ski school = 4-12yrs. Snowboard school = 8yrs+.<br />

IMPORTANT: †† Complete beginner = Ability Level 0, Intermediate = Ability Level 1-4. Ability levels must be stated at the time of booking - see page 13 for details. Special Offers may be withdrawn at any time. Prices are in £s and are approximate - please see reservation system, our website or call us for more details.<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk/avoriaz call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

Child %<br />

discount<br />

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FRANCE – CHAMONIX<br />

“A ride to the top of<br />

the ‘Aiguille du<br />

Midi’ cable car has<br />

to be tried while<br />

you’re here; it’s like<br />

visiting the top of<br />

the world.”<br />

BEGINNERS<br />

INTERMEDIATES<br />

ADVANCED<br />

OFF-PISTE<br />

NON <strong>SKI</strong>ERS<br />

FAMILIES<br />

NIGHTLIFE<br />

MOUNTAIN<br />

Skiing Altitude 1035m–3842m<br />

Resort Altitude 1035m<br />

Pistes 155km<br />

Number of Runs 75<br />

20% 34% 33% 13%<br />

Number of lifts 46<br />

Drags 16 / Chairs 17 / Cable cars 13<br />

Longest Run 19km<br />

Direction of Slopes N,S,E,W<br />

Terrain Parks yes<br />

Half Pipe yes<br />

Cross Country Trails 42km<br />

Night Skiing no<br />

Mountain Restaurants 8<br />

Snowmaking 6% snow canons<br />

Resort Ski Bus yes<br />

FAMILY<br />

Fair Excellent<br />

Babycare 6mths+<br />

Crèche 6mths+<br />

Ski Kindergarten 3-12yrs<br />

See page 373 or<br />

neilson.co.uk/childcare for more info.<br />

TRAVEL<br />

Departure Airports<br />

Gatwick, Manchester<br />

Destination Airports Geneva<br />

Season 19 Dec–10 Apr<br />

Departure Day Saturday<br />

Flight Guide See page 384<br />

Transfer Time 1hrs 30mins<br />

Private taxi transfers available -<br />

please call us for details<br />

Self Drive See page 368<br />

GLACIER • LIVELY NIGHTLIFE • GOOD FOR NON-<strong>SKI</strong>ERS • SELF DRIVE<br />

Conquer the slopes of Mont Blanc in<br />

Europes’ most renowned winter<br />

resort. Chamonix boasts some of the<br />

most beautiful and challenging<br />

terrain in the Alps - which explains its<br />

popularity with visitors from around<br />

the globe. With a high-performance<br />

lift and bus system giving swift access<br />

to five varied ski areas, every<br />

intermediate and advanced skier finds<br />

something to take their ability to the<br />

next level.<br />

A ride to the top of the ‘Aiguille du<br />

Midi’ cable car has to be tried while<br />

you’re here; it’s like visiting the top of<br />

the World!<br />

To complement the many mountain<br />

activities on offer, the village is<br />

crammed full of shops, bars,<br />

restaurants & nightclubs - it’s<br />

exhilarating both on & off the slopes.<br />

Whether your idea of fun is relaxing<br />

with a coffee while soaking up the<br />

stunning scenery or fuelling the lively<br />

après-ski till the early hours, then this<br />

is the place.<br />

RESORT ACTIVITIES<br />

• Cinema<br />

• Ice Skating<br />

• Dogsledding<br />

• Casino<br />

• Bowling<br />

• Parapenting<br />

• Tennis & Squash<br />

• Ski Touring<br />

• Speed Skating<br />

• Indoor Swimming Pool<br />

LIFT PASS & TUITION<br />

PRICE PROMISE<br />

See page 371<br />

<strong>SKI</strong> THE VALLÉE BLANCHE<br />

If you’re a good intermediate<br />

skier or boarder, consider<br />

booking onto a guided group<br />

for the infamous run down the<br />

Vallée Blanche Glacier. A run<br />

you’ll never forget for sure!<br />

PARAPENTING<br />

What better way to see Mont<br />

Blanc than from the air. Glide<br />

over the Chamonix valley with<br />

Europe’s highest mountain as<br />

your view. A trip not to be<br />

missed.


HOTEL GUSTAVIA<br />

CHAMONIX – FRANCE<br />

A modern, Swedish style hotel offering a young & vibrant atmosphere,<br />

lying in the heart of Chamonix. <strong>The</strong> nearest ski area of Brevent is 800m<br />

away, or the ski bus, giving access to all of the ski areas, stops outside<br />

the hotel.<br />

FACILITIES†: Restaurant •Popular<br />

après-ski bar •Hotel lounge<br />

ROOMS (2-3 PEOPLE): Twin rooms<br />

with shower (or bath at a<br />

supplement), wc & views of Brevent.<br />

Attic style triple rooms with bath,<br />

shower & wc (third bed may be a<br />

fold out bed) available on request.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board. Buffet<br />

breakfast and three-course evening<br />

meal. Christmas & New Year meals<br />

included.<br />

HOTEL RICHEMOND<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 52<br />

PROPERTY CODE: X61H09<br />

A wonderful, traditional, family-run hotel in central Chamonix. Owned<br />

& excellently run by the same family for four generations. 500m from<br />

the nearest ski lift & the Brevent ski area.<br />

FACILITIES†: Games room •Bar,<br />

lounge & restaurant<br />

ROOMS (2-3 PEOPLE): Twin &<br />

double bedded rooms with satellite<br />

TV, bath or shower & wc. Some<br />

rooms have a third bed. Single<br />

rooms available at a supplement.<br />

LA RIVIERE APARTMENTS<br />

BOARD BASIS: Bed & Breakfast.<br />

Daily continental buffet breakfast.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 53<br />

PROPERTY CODE: X61H00<br />

Fully refurbished last season, this residence in Chamonix Sud is close to<br />

supermarkets, bars & restaurants. Chamonix town centre is 500m away,<br />

50m to the ski bus stop & 300m from Aiguille du Midi cable car.<br />

FACILITIES†: Reception •Games<br />

room<br />

ACCOMMODATION: Kitchenette<br />

with hot plates, fridge, microwave<br />

oven & dishwasher, lounge with TV<br />

& balcony, bathroom with bath,<br />

shower & wc. Bed linen included.<br />

Towels available for hire locally. End<br />

of stay cleaning payable locally.<br />

STUDIOS (2-4 PEOPLE): Approx<br />

25m 2 , living room with double sofa<br />

bed & bunk beds in an alcove.<br />

APARTMENTS (2-5 PEOPLE): In the<br />

'Les Aiglons' building opposite,<br />

apartments have bedroom with<br />

double bed, lounge with double<br />

sofa bed and a chair bed. Some<br />

apartments are duplex. Prices on<br />

reservations system.<br />

DEPOSIT: Approx €200 per<br />

studio/apartment payable on arrival.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Self Catering.<br />

Please note: Extra services available -<br />

Please see page 374 for details and<br />

important information about<br />

apartments.<br />

PROPERTY CODE: X61A04<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk/chamonix call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

Neilson Rating •••<br />

CENTRAL LOCATION<br />

Neilson Rating ••+<br />

CENTRAL LOCATION<br />

Neilson Rating •••<br />

VALUE<br />

No frills accommodation at a cheaper price<br />

– where it's the skiing that really counts!<br />

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284<br />

FRANCE – CHAMONIX<br />

HOTEL LES AIGLONS RESORT & SPA<br />

Fully refurbished for winter 2008/9, this hotel has been converted to a<br />

resort complex, which offers a full range of services including spa and<br />

health and beauty treatments, whilst retaining a comfortable and<br />

relaxed atmosphere. Situated in Chamonix Sud, with its many bars and<br />

restaurants it’s only a ten minute walk from Chamonix centre and the<br />

ski bus stop is less than 100m away.<br />

FACILITIES†: Lounge bar with<br />

fireplace •Free use of outdoor pool,<br />

sauna, steam room and fitness room<br />

•Massage services available<br />

ROOMS (2 PEOPLE): One double<br />

bed or twin beds, with bath, shower<br />

and wc, and a balcony.<br />

ROOMS (2-3 PEOPLE): A larger<br />

room with an extra bed, bath,<br />

shower, wc and a balcony. Twins<br />

rooms for sole use are available on<br />

request at a supplement.<br />

RESIDENCE BALCONS DU SAVOY<br />

BOARD BASIS: Bed & Breakfast.<br />

Half Board option available at a<br />

supplement.<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 107<br />

PROPERTY CODE: X61H05<br />

Chamonix’s only ski in-ski out property, offering superb facilities,<br />

accommodation & service. 30m from the ski bus stop & the 'Champ de<br />

Savoy' beginners’ slope, 300m walk to the shops, bars & restaurants.<br />

<strong>The</strong>se are no ‘run of the mill’ apartments!<br />

FACILITIES†: Residents lounge &<br />

bar area •24 hour reception •Free<br />

Wifi •Games room •Laundry service<br />

•Free car parking •DVD library<br />

SPA FEATURES†: Free use of indoor<br />

pool & steam room •Massage<br />

services available<br />

ACCOMMODATION: Fully<br />

equipped kitchenette, bathroom<br />

with shower or bath, wc and<br />

balcony, safe, satellite TV & DVD.<br />

Bed linen, towels & end of stay<br />

cleaning (except kitchen & washing<br />

up) included.<br />

STUDIOS (2-3 PEOPLE): Living<br />

room with two single sofa beds plus<br />

a single fold-out bed.<br />

APARTMENTS (2-5 PEOPLE): As<br />

above plus twin or double bedroom.<br />

DEPOSIT: Approx €400 per<br />

studio/apartment, payable on<br />

arrival.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Self Catering.<br />

Continental or American breakfast<br />

option available at a supplement.<br />

Please note: Please see page 374 for<br />

important information about<br />

apartments.<br />

PROPERTY CODE: X61A01/AS1<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk/chamonix call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

Neilson Rating •••+<br />

OUTDOOR POOL<br />

WELLNESS AREA<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free use of outdoor<br />

pool, sauna, steam<br />

room & fitness room.<br />

Special Discount 2-5yrs:<br />

£250 HS; £150 LS<br />

Neilson Rating ••••<br />

<strong>SKI</strong> IN <strong>SKI</strong> OUT<br />

INDOOR POOL<br />

WELLNESS AREA<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free use of indoor pool,<br />

steam room & fitness<br />

room.


RESIDENCE GINABELLE<br />

Luxurious apartments with excellent facilities just 100m from central<br />

Chamonix and the ski bus stop.<br />

FACILITIES†: Free use of indoor<br />

pool, sauna, steam room & fitness<br />

room •Communal lounge with<br />

television & fireplace •Face & body<br />

treatments available locally •Wifi<br />

ACCOMMODATION: Comfortable<br />

lounge area with TV and balcony,<br />

fully equipped kitchenette with 4<br />

hotplates, mini microwave/oven,<br />

dishwasher, coffee maker, fridge and<br />

toaster. Bed linen, towels and end of<br />

stay cleaning (excludes kitchen and<br />

washing up) included.<br />

APARTMENTS (2-4 PEOPLE):<br />

Compact twin bedded room and<br />

two single sofa beds or double sofa<br />

bed in the lounge area. Available on<br />

request.<br />

APARTMENTS (2-6 PEOPLE): As<br />

above with additional twin<br />

bedroom.<br />

HOTEL MORGANE<br />

CHAMONIX – FRANCE<br />

DEPOSIT: Approx €300 per<br />

apartment, payable on arrival.<br />

Please note: extra services are<br />

available - Please see page 374 for<br />

details and important information<br />

about apartments.<br />

PROPERTY CODE: X61A05<br />

Ideally located in the heart of Chamonix, the Hotel Morgane has been<br />

recently fully refurbished to make it a stunning choice with great access<br />

to all that this vibrant town has to offer. <strong>The</strong> ski bus stop is just 50m<br />

away.<br />

FACILITIES†: Michelin starred<br />

restaurant 'Le Bistrot' •Bar & lounge<br />

area •Free use of indoor pool, sauna<br />

& steam room •Massage available<br />

•Free Wifi in reception area<br />

STANDARD ROOMS (2 PEOPLE):<br />

Approx 18m 2 , these rooms are<br />

equipped with a double bed, mini<br />

bar, safe, 2 satellite TV's (one above<br />

the bathtub), balcony, bathroom<br />

with bath, shower and wc.<br />

SUPERIOR ROOMS (2 PEOPLE):<br />

Larger rooms, approx. 20m 2 with<br />

the same facilities as the standard<br />

room but twin or double beds<br />

available at a supplement.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Bed & Breakfast.<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 56<br />

PROPERTY CODE: X61H07<br />

SPECIAL OFFER – FREE CHILD LIFT PASS WHEN 2 ADULTS AND 1 CHILD PRE-BOOK LIFT PASS<br />

Neilson Rating ••••<br />

CENTRAL LOCATION<br />

INDOOR POOL<br />

WELLNESS AREA<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free use of indoor pool,<br />

sauna, steam room &<br />

fitness room.<br />

Neilson Rating ••••<br />

CENTRAL LOCATION<br />

INDOOR POOL<br />

WELLNESS AREA<br />

Unique hotels offering stylish interiors,<br />

personal service and excellent cuisine<br />

Basic Holiday Prices in £s per adult from<br />

19 Dec- 26 Dec- 02 Jan- 23 Jan- 06 Feb- 13 Feb- 20 Feb- 06 Mar- 20 Mar- 27 Mar- 03 Apr- 10 Apr- Supplements in £s per person per night from: Child %<br />

the amounts shown.<br />

Nts 25 Dec 01 Jan 22 Jan 05 Feb 12 Feb 19 Feb 05 Mar 19 Mar 26 Mar 02 Apr 09 Apr 17 Apr (Unless otherwise stated)<br />

discount<br />

Hotel Gustavia<br />

X61H09 Half Board Room 2 7 945 1059 589 599 649 949 639 659 655 709 779 735<br />

Room 2: Bath + Brevent view £6<br />

10%<br />

Hotel Richemond<br />

X61H00 Bed & Breakfast Room 2/3 7 599 699 469 479 509 719 505 489 479 525 599 -<br />

Room 2/3: Single room £12, Sole use of twin £40, 3rd Adult<br />

redn. £12<br />

10%<br />

La Riviere Apartments<br />

X61A04 Self Catering Apt 2/4 7 405 569 265 289 325 669 335 305 285 339 409 369<br />

Apt 2/4: 3 share £4, 2 share £11<br />

10%<br />

Les Aiglons Hotel<br />

X61H05 Bed & Breakfast Room 2 7 895 999 689 699 709 999 699 649 639 705 805 715<br />

Room 2: Half Board £30, Sole use of twin £57, Larger room<br />

£9, 3rd Adult redn. £31<br />

10%<br />

Residence Balcons Du Savoy<br />

X61A01/AS1 Self Catering Studio 2/3 7 705 999 409 429 575 985 629 469 445 515 749 629<br />

Studio 2/3: Breakfast £11, 2 share £26<br />

10%<br />

Apt 2/5 7 655 949 359 379 525 935 579 419 395 465 699 579<br />

Apt 2/5: Breakfast £11, 4 share £11, 3 share £29,<br />

2 share £64<br />

Residence Ginabelle<br />

X61A05 Self Catering Apt 2/4 7 585 769 339 379 469 829 499 389 369 429 559 479<br />

Apt 2/4: 3 share £7, 2 share £22<br />

10%<br />

Apt 2/6 7 569 755 325 365 455 815 485 375 355 415 545 465<br />

Apt 2/6: 5 share £4, 4 share £10, 3 share £20, 2 share £40<br />

Hotel Morgane<br />

X61H07 Bed & Breakfast Room 2 7 1095 1259 959 969 929 1209 919 969 959 1019 1069 1029<br />

Room 2: Sole use of twin £95, Superior room £17<br />

10%<br />

Prices are a guide only & will be confirmed on enquiry. Adult prices in £ sterling start from the amounts shown & apply to selected flight departures between each date range based on current charges & costs. Prices may go up or down & supplements (e.g. flight &/or fuel), or reductions may apply. Supplements ‘from’ are based on low season dates. For full details on how to price your holiday, charges,<br />

supplements & surcharges see ‘Your Holiday Price’ page 368. For important Holiday Information & Booking Conditions see pages 368 - 385. †Some facilities may incur a local charge. LOW 12-18Dec,02-29Jan,13-26Mar.MID 19-25Dec,30Jan-12Feb,20Feb-12Mar,27Mar-17Apr.HIGH 26 Dec - 01 Jan, 13 - 19 Feb. NS285a<br />

LIFT PASS (6 DAYS)<br />

<strong>SKI</strong>ER’S PACK (6 DAYS)<br />

<strong>SNOWBOARD</strong>ER’S PACK (6 DAYS)<br />

<strong>SKI</strong>/BOARD EQUIPMENT (6 DAYS) ADULT CHILD * <strong>SKI</strong>/BOARD TUITION<br />

Adult (16-59yrs) .......................................................... £160<br />

Child (4-15yrs) ............................................................ £129<br />

Senior (60-69yrs) ........................................................ £129<br />

SPECIAL OFFER: Family Discount Offer - Pre-book 2<br />

adult and 1 child’s lift pass and receive another<br />

childliftpassFREE.<br />

Lift pass covers Brevent-Flegere, Domaine de la Balme,<br />

Lognan-Les Grands Montets (without access to 2nd lift) &<br />

access to Chamonix shuttle buses. Free lift pass for children<br />

0-3yrs. Seniors over 75 receive further reductions on the senior<br />

rates and are available in resort. Includes handsfree keycard.<br />

Adult - Complete Beginner †† ..................................... £335<br />

Adult - Intermediate .................................................... £345<br />

Child - Complete Beginner †† ..................................... £335<br />

Child - Intermediate .................................................... £345<br />

Ski Pack Ages: Adult = 13yrs+, Child = 3-12yrs.<br />

Includes: Adult Complete Beginner = 5 days x 2hrs30m<br />

tuition, 6 days lift pass & 6 days standard ski & boot hire.<br />

Adult Intermediate = 4 days x 2hrs30m tuition, 6 days lift<br />

pass & 6 days standard ski & boot hire. Child = 5 days x<br />

2hrs30m tuition, 6 days lift pass & 6 days standard ski & boot<br />

hire. All include handsfree keycard.<br />

Adult - Complete Beginner †† ..................................... £309<br />

Adult - Intermediate .................................................... £319<br />

Snowboard Pack Ages: Adult = 13yrs+. Includes: 4 days x<br />

2hrs30m tuition, 6 days lift pass & 6 days standard<br />

snowboard & boot hire. Includes handsfree keycard.<br />

CHAMONIX <strong>SKI</strong> PACK<br />

Skis & boots beginner ................................. £55 £45<br />

Skis & boots intermediate ........................... £85 -<br />

Skis & boots superior .................................. £99 -<br />

Skis only beginner ...................................... £49 £35<br />

Skis only intermediate ................................ £59 -<br />

Skis only superior ....................................... £79 -<br />

Snowboard & boots .................................... £79 £79<br />

Snowboard only ......................................... £65 £65<br />

Helmet** .................................................... - Included<br />

*Child skis & boots = 3-11yrs, *Child board & boots = 8-11yrs.<br />

**All child equipment hire includes a helmet.<br />

Adult ski school beginner (5x2hrs30m) ...................... £120<br />

Adult ski school intermediate (4x2hrs30m) ................ £125<br />

Child ski school (5x2hrs30m) ...................................... £175<br />

Snowboard school (4x2hrs30m) ................................. £120<br />

Child ski school = 3-12yrs. Snowboard school = 13yrs+.<br />

IMPORTANT: †† Complete beginner = Ability Level 0, Intermediate = Ability Level 1-4. Ability levels must be stated at the time of booking - see page 13 for details. Special Offers may be withdrawn at any time. Prices are in £s and are approximate - please see reservation system, our website or call us for more details.<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk/chamonix call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free use of indoor pool,<br />

sauna & steam room.<br />

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286<br />

FRANCE – FLAINE<br />

“This is a great resort<br />

for beginners,<br />

intermediates &<br />

especially families.”<br />

BEGINNERS<br />

INTERMEDIATES<br />

ADVANCED<br />

OFF-PISTE<br />

NON <strong>SKI</strong>ERS<br />

FAMILIES<br />

NIGHTLIFE<br />

Fair Excellent<br />

MOUNTAIN<br />

Skiing Altitude 700m–2480m<br />

Resort Altitude 1600m<br />

Pistes 265km<br />

Number of Runs 133<br />

11% 40% 38% 11%<br />

Number of lifts 78<br />

Drags 44 / Chairs 29 / Gondolas 5<br />

Cable Cars 1<br />

Longest Run 9km<br />

Direction of Slopes N,S<br />

Terrain Parks yes<br />

Half Pipe yes<br />

Cross Country Trails 10km<br />

Night Skiing no<br />

Mountain Restaurants 11<br />

Snowmaking 25% runs covered<br />

Resort Ski Bus yes<br />

Linked Resorts<br />

Les Carroz, Morillion, Samoens, Sixt<br />

FAMILY<br />

Babycare 6mths-3yrs<br />

Crèche See Hotel Club Le Flaine<br />

Ski Kindergarten 3-5yrs<br />

See page 373 or<br />

neilson.co.uk/childcare for more info.<br />

TRAVEL<br />

Departure Airports<br />

Gatwick & Manchester<br />

Destination Airports Geneva<br />

Season 19 Dec–10 Apr<br />

Departure Day Saturday<br />

Flight Guide See page 384<br />

Transfer Time 1hrs 30mins<br />

Private taxi transfers available -<br />

please call us for details<br />

Self Drive See page 368<br />

<strong>SKI</strong> LEADING • GOOD FOR FAMILIES • LEARN TO TURN RESORT • SELF DRIVE<br />

Situated in the centre of a massive<br />

bowl, the pistes and lifts radiate out<br />

from the resort of Flaine like a giant<br />

snowy octopus. Literally a resort in<br />

the thick of things, designed with<br />

convenience for all in mind. Free lifts<br />

access nearby nursery slopes, a<br />

gondola speeds directly across a rock<br />

face to the highest peak and an<br />

extensive bus system picks up the<br />

stragglers from nearby villages who<br />

missed the last lift home. This is a<br />

great resort for beginners,<br />

intermediates and especially families.<br />

<strong>The</strong> village itself is split into three<br />

areas. <strong>The</strong> original, ‘Flaine Forum’ is<br />

made up of blocks lacking in<br />

character but not practicality, its<br />

centre offers a few shops, bars and<br />

restaurants. <strong>The</strong> ‘Hameau’ area is<br />

prettier with chalet style buildings<br />

and is located 1km from the resort<br />

centre. <strong>The</strong> ‘Foret’ area benefits from<br />

a 24 hour lift linking it to the main<br />

resort - so après-ski activities can, and<br />

do continue well into the night!<br />

ACTIVITIES<br />

• Night Ski Shows<br />

• Snowshoeing<br />

• Helicopter Tours<br />

• Snow Scooters<br />

• Ice Driving<br />

• Paragliding<br />

• Dogsledding<br />

• Cinema<br />

• Indoor Climbing<br />

• Indoor Pool<br />

LIFT PASS & TUITION<br />

PRICE PROMISE<br />

See page 371<br />

SWAP YOUR <strong>SKI</strong>S FOR SKATES<br />

<strong>The</strong>re is an outdoor public ice<br />

skating rink where you can<br />

practice your moves to skate<br />

like a pro well into the evening.<br />

ENJOY SOME FRIENDLY<br />

COMPETITION<br />

Take on your friends and family<br />

in a game of 10 pin bowling at<br />

the resort bowling alley. As<br />

relaxed or competitive as you’d<br />

like to make it.


RESIDENCE MONTSOLEIL<br />

<strong>The</strong>se luxurious apartments stand at the resort's southern entrance and<br />

offer panoramic views of the surrounding landscape from their large<br />

bay windows. <strong>The</strong> architecture is contemporary and welcoming, using<br />

mainly wood and stone and its ski-in, ski-out design gives direct access<br />

to over 265km of slopes in the Grand Massif ski area. <strong>The</strong> resort centre<br />

is just 500m away.<br />

FACILITIES†: 24hr reception with<br />

open fireplace •Free use of outdoor<br />

pool, hot tub, sauna, steam room &<br />

fitness room •Laundry service<br />

•Bakery delivery •Shopping service<br />

ACCOMMODATION: Beautifully<br />

furnished apartments have a fully<br />

equipped kitchenette with fridge,<br />

oven, 4 hotplates & dishwasher,<br />

living area with satellite TV, Wifi &<br />

balcony, bathroom with bath,<br />

shower, wc & bathrobes. Beds made<br />

up on arrival, towels & end of stay<br />

cleaning (except kitchen & washing<br />

up) included.<br />

APARTMENTS (2-4 PEOPLE):<br />

‘Classique’ apartments, approx. 30-<br />

32m 2 have a twin or double<br />

bedroom and a double sofa bed in<br />

the lounge area. Larger ‘Espace’<br />

apartments, approx. 33-37m 2<br />

available at a supplement.<br />

APARTMENTS (2-6 PEOPLE):<br />

‘Classique’ apartments, approx. 46-<br />

48m 2 have two twin or double<br />

bedrooms, a double sofa bed in the<br />

lounge area and an extra shower<br />

room. Larger ‘Espace’ apartments,<br />

approx. 49-56m 2 available at a<br />

supplement.<br />

HOTEL CLUB LE FLAINE<br />

A popular, comfortable family hotel lying in the heart of Flaine Fôrum.<br />

Conveniently located just 50m from the resort centre with its shops,<br />

bars & restaurants. <strong>The</strong> ski school meeting point is in front of the hotel.<br />

<strong>The</strong> nearest lift is only 100m away.<br />

FACILITIES†: Lounge & bar •Terrace<br />

•Restaurant •Family entertainment<br />

programme •Free use of sauna, hot<br />

tub & steam room •Massage<br />

services<br />

FOR FAMILIES: Highchairs & cots<br />

•Hotel operated children’s clubs -<br />

see panel for details •Children’s<br />

menu in kids' club<br />

HOTEL OPERATED KIDS' CLUB:<br />

French & English staff keep children<br />

entertained with indoor & outdoor<br />

activities in multi-lingual groups.<br />

•Free children's club for kids aged<br />

from 4 to 11 years (inclusive). This<br />

club operates from 9.30 until 12.30<br />

& 14.00 until 17.00 and also in the<br />

evening during French school<br />

holidays<br />

•Club for younger children aged 18<br />

months to 3 years. Cost is<br />

approximately €85 for 5 half days,<br />

running Mon-Fri - morning or<br />

afternoon sessions. Meals not<br />

included. Please ask Neilson to<br />

register your child when making<br />

booking as places are limited.<br />

Payment to be made locally to the<br />

hotel. Please note: these clubs are<br />

run & operated by the hotel.<br />

ALL ROOMS: Have TV, bath, shower<br />

& wc. Connecting rooms on<br />

request.<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk/flaine call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

FLAINE – FRANCE<br />

APARTMENTS (2-8 PEOPLE):<br />

‘Espace’ apartments, approx. 68-<br />

80m 2 have three twin or double<br />

bedrooms, a double sofa bed in the<br />

lounge area and an extra shower<br />

room. <strong>The</strong>se apartments are on<br />

request.<br />

DEPOSIT: Approx €500 per<br />

apartment, payable on arrival by<br />

cash or credit card.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Self Catering.<br />

Please note: Please see page 374 for<br />

important information about<br />

apartments.<br />

PROPERTY CODE: X60A04/AS4<br />

ROOMS (2 PEOPLE): Twin rooms.<br />

Double rooms on request.<br />

ROOMS (3 PEOPLE): One double &<br />

one single or three single beds.<br />

ROOMS (2-4 PEOPLE): Double bed<br />

& a set of bunk beds (for children<br />

only).<br />

BOARD BASIS: Full Board. Buffet<br />

breakfast, hot buffet lunch (or<br />

packed lunch) & four course or<br />

buffet evening meal, including wine.<br />

Savoyarde restaurant serving local<br />

specialities, can be chosen (subject<br />

to availability, wine not included).<br />

Christmas & New Year meals<br />

included.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 72<br />

Please note: this is a no-smoking<br />

hotel.<br />

PROPERTY CODE: X60H02/HS2<br />

Neilson Rating ••••<br />

<strong>SKI</strong> IN <strong>SKI</strong> OUT<br />

OUTDOOR POOL<br />

WELLNESS AREA<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free use of outdoor<br />

pool, hot tub, sauna,<br />

steam room & fitness<br />

room<br />

Neilson Rating •••<br />

CENTRAL LOCATION<br />

GOOD FOR FAMILIES<br />

CHILDREN’S CLUB<br />

FAMILY ROOMS<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free wine with dinner<br />

Free children's club 4-<br />

12yrs<br />

Free use of hot tub,<br />

sauna & steam room<br />

287


288<br />

FRANCE – FLAINE<br />

LES PLEIADES APARTMENTS<br />

Situated in the Flaine Fôret area, just 500m from the ski lifts and 200m<br />

from the shopping centre, these apartments offer stunning views of the<br />

surrounding area from their large balconies. <strong>The</strong> apartments themselves<br />

are light, spacious and well equipped.<br />

FACILITIES†: Reception with open<br />

fireplace •Laundrette •Wifi<br />

ACCOMMODATION: Fully<br />

equipped kitchenette with oven,<br />

hotplates and dishwasher, TV,<br />

balcony, ski locker and bathroom<br />

with bath and wc or a separate wc.<br />

Bed linen, towels, cleaning kit and<br />

end of stay cleaning (except kitchen<br />

& washing up) are included.<br />

APARTMENTS (2-4 PEOPLE):<br />

Approx. 32m 2 , bedroom with a<br />

double bed and living area with a<br />

single sofa bed and a pull out bed.<br />

CABINE APARTMENTS (2-6<br />

PEOPLE): Approx. 40m 2 , bedroom<br />

with a double bed, cabine with<br />

bunk beds and a living area with a<br />

single sofa bed and pull out bed.<br />

LA FORET APARTMENTS<br />

APARTMENTS (2-8 PEOPLE):<br />

Approx. 57-62m2 , one double and<br />

one twin bedroom, a small bedroom<br />

with bunk beds and a living area<br />

with a single sofa bed and pull out<br />

bed.<br />

DEPOSIT: Approx €300-460 per<br />

apartment depending on apartment<br />

size, payable on arrival.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Self Catering.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★<br />

Please note: Please see page 374 for<br />

important information about<br />

apartments.<br />

PROPERTY CODE: X60A05<br />

High quality self-catering accommodation in Flaine Fôret close to the<br />

commercial centre with easy access to the slopes. 200m to the Grand<br />

Vans & Bissac lifts and ski school.<br />

FACILITIES†: •Ski room •Wifi<br />

•Bakery delivery service •Pool table<br />

FOR FAMILIES: Children’s playroom<br />

(unsupervised)<br />

ACCOMMODATION: Fully<br />

equipped kitchenette, bath/shower<br />

& separate wc, living room & TV.<br />

Bed linen, towels, cleaning pack,<br />

end of stay cleaning (except kitchen<br />

& washing up) included.<br />

APARTMENTS (2 PEOPLE): Approx.<br />

38m 2 , as per units for up to 5<br />

people but priced on 2 sharing.<br />

APARTMENTS (2-5 PEOPLE):<br />

Approx. 38m 2 , living area with a<br />

double sofa bed, one pull out bed &<br />

a twin bedroom. Superior south<br />

facing apartments with a balcony at<br />

a supplement.<br />

FLAINE APARTMENTS<br />

Simple, budget, compact apartments located in various blocks in either<br />

Flaine Foret or Flaine Forum. Apartments vary in size, facilities &<br />

proximity to resort centre. Most offer easy access to the pistes.<br />

ACCOMMODATION: Small<br />

kitchenette with toaster, kettle, four<br />

ring hob, living area with TV.<br />

Bathroom with bath or shower and<br />

wc. 'Confort' apartments include a<br />

dishwasher and DVD player or hifi.<br />

Bed linen included. Towels available<br />

to hire locally. Decor may differ as<br />

apartments are individually owned.<br />

STUDIOS (2-4 PEOPLE):<br />

'Economique' studios, approx. 25m 2<br />

and south facing have two sofa beds<br />

in the lounge, plus two bunks.<br />

STUDIOS (2-4 PEOPLE): 'Confort'<br />

studios, approx. 30m 2 and south<br />

facing are slightly larger with bunks<br />

in cabine room or hallway, plus<br />

balcony.<br />

APARTMENTS (2-7 PEOPLE ):<br />

Approx. 49-60m 2 , living area with<br />

two single sofa beds. One twin &<br />

one double bedroom. Single pull<br />

out bed in the living area or twin<br />

bedroom. South facing apartments<br />

available.<br />

DEPOSIT: Approx €200 per<br />

apartment, payable on arrival.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Self Catering.<br />

Please note: Extra services available -<br />

Please see page 374 for details and<br />

important information about<br />

apartments.<br />

PROPERTY CODE: X60A02/AS2<br />

APARTMENTS (2-6 PEOPLE):<br />

'Confort' apartments, approx. 48m 2<br />

and south facing are as studios with<br />

a twin or double bedroom, balcony<br />

and cleaning kit.<br />

DEPOSIT: Approx €380 per<br />

studio/apartment, payable on arrival<br />

by credit card<br />

BOARD BASIS: Self Catering.<br />

Please note: Please see page 374 for<br />

important information about<br />

apartments.<br />

PROPERTY CODE: X60A00<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk/flaine call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

Neilson Rating •••<br />

Neilson Rating •••+<br />

GOOD FOR FAMILIES<br />

Neilson Rating ••<br />

VALUE<br />

No frills accommodation at a cheaper price<br />

– where it's the skiing that really counts!


Basic Holiday Prices in £s per adult from<br />

the amounts shown.<br />

Residence Montsoleil<br />

19 Dec- 26 Dec- 02 Jan- 23 Jan- 06 Feb- 13 Feb- 20 Feb- 06 Mar- 20 Mar- 27 Mar- 03 Apr- 10 Apr-<br />

Nts 25 Dec 01 Jan 22 Jan 05 Feb 12 Feb 19 Feb 05 Mar 19 Mar 26 Mar 02 Apr 09 Apr 17 Apr<br />

Unique and charming catered chalets<br />

located in the best resorts<br />

Supplements in £s per person per night from:<br />

(Unless otherwise stated)<br />

X60A04/AS4 Self Catering Apt 2/4 7 579 765 339 375 409 825 499 385 365 425 609 475<br />

Apt 2/4: 3 share £6, 2 share £19<br />

10%<br />

Superior Apt 2/4 7 595 779 355 389 425 839 515 399 379 439 625 489<br />

Superior Apt 2/4: 3share£7,2share£22<br />

Apt 2/6 7 559 745 319 355 389 805 479 365 345 405 589 455<br />

Apt 2/6: 5 share £3, 4 share £9, 3 share £17, 2 share £34<br />

Superior Apt 2/6 7 585 769 345 379 415 829 505 389 369 429 615 479<br />

Superior Apt 2/6: 5 share £4, 4 share £10, 3 share £19,<br />

2 share £39<br />

Hotel Club Le Flaine<br />

X60H02/HS2 Full Board Room 2/4 7 735 939 539 619 709 1019 749 629 569 599 789 719<br />

Room 2/4: Sole use of twin £56<br />

10%<br />

Les Pleiades Apartments<br />

X60A05 Self Catering Apt 2/4 7 439 599 289 315 355 679 369 329 309 365 445 399<br />

Apt 2/4: 3 share £5, 2 share £14<br />

10%<br />

Apt 2/6 7 429 589 279 305 345 669 359 319 299 355 435 389<br />

Apt 2/6: 5 share £2, 4 share £6, 3 share £12, 2 share £24<br />

Apt 2/8 7 419 579 269 295 335 659 349 309 289 345 425 379<br />

Apt 2/8: 7 share £2, 6 share £4, 5 share £8, 4 share £13,<br />

3 share £22, 2 share £40<br />

La Foret Apartments<br />

X60A02/AS2 Self Catering Apt 2 7 645 - 375 409 649 - 645 429 395 445 609 485<br />

Apt 2: Sole use £26<br />

10%<br />

Apt 2/5 7 469 599 295 305 369 685 395 315 299 349 479 389<br />

Apt 2/5: 4 share £3, 3 share £8, 2 share £19<br />

Superior Apt 2/5 7 489 619 315 325 389 705 415 335 319 369 499 409<br />

Superior Apt 2/5: 4 share £4, 3 share £9, 2 share £21<br />

Apt 2/7 7 459 589 285 295 359 675 385 305 289 339 469 379<br />

Apt 2/7: 6 share £2, 5 share £5, 4 share £10, 3 share £18,<br />

2 share £33<br />

Flaine Apartments<br />

X60A00 Self Catering Studio 2/4 7 415 499 249 269 299 579 309 285 265 319 449 345<br />

Studio 2/4: 3share£2,2share£7<br />

10%<br />

Larger Studio 2/4 7 429 515 265 285 315 595 325 299 279 335 465 359<br />

Larger Studio 2/4: 3share£3,2share£9<br />

Apt 2/6 7 425 509 259 279 309 589 319 295 275 329 459 355<br />

Apt 2/6: 5 share £2, 4 share £4, 3 share £9, 2 share £17<br />

Chalet Hameau De Flaine<br />

X60C02 Chalet Board Chalet 7 695 835 429 479 505 885 555 489 459 595 719 605<br />

Chalet: Sole use of twin £24, Private facilities £2<br />

25%<br />

Prices are a guide only & will be confirmed on enquiry. Adult prices in £ sterling start from the amounts shown & apply to selected flight departures between each date range based on current charges & costs. Prices may go up or down & supplements (e.g. flight &/or fuel), or reductions may apply. Supplements ‘from’ are based on low season dates. For full details on how to price your holiday, charges,<br />

supplements & surcharges see ‘Your Holiday Price’ page 368. For important Holiday Information & Booking Conditions see pages 368 - 385. †Some facilities may incur a local charge. LOW 12-18Dec,02-29Jan,13-26Mar.MID 19-25Dec,30Jan-12Feb,20Feb-12Mar,27Mar-17Apr.HIGH 26 Dec - 01 Jan, 13 - 19 Feb. NS289a<br />

LIFT PASS (6 DAYS) LS HS<br />

Adult (16-61yrs) ......................................... £149 £159<br />

Child (5-15yrs) ............................................ £115 £120<br />

Senior (62-74yrs) ........................................ £149 £155<br />

Lift pass covers Flaine, Les Carroz, Morillon, Samoëns and<br />

Sixt Fer-à-Cheval ski area. Free lift pass for children 0-4yrs.<br />

LS = 9 - 22 Jan & 27 Mar - 9th Apr. HS = All other dates.<br />

Includes handsfree keycard.<br />

<strong>SKI</strong>ER’S PACK (6 DAYS) LS HS<br />

Adult - Complete Beginner †† .................... £279 £299<br />

Adult - Intermediate ................................... £289 £319<br />

Child - Complete Beginner †† ..................... £220 £240<br />

Child - Intermediate .................................... £230 £250<br />

Ski Pack Ages: Adult = 13yrs+, Child = 6-12yrs.<br />

Includes: 6 days x 3hrs tuition, 6 days lift pass & 6 days<br />

standard ski & boot hire. LS = 9 - 22 Jan & 27 Mar - 9th<br />

Apr. HS = All other dates. Includes handsfree keycard.<br />

NEILSON CHALET HAMEAU DE FLAINE<br />

This cosy chalet is in the picturesque ‘Hameau de Flaine’ area which lies<br />

a little further up the mountain from the main resort, enjoying picture<br />

postcard views across the valley and of the extensive ski area. 1km from<br />

the resort centre, there is a bar, restaurant and supermarket nearby.<br />

Particularly inviting, the lounge/dining area is rustic in style with big<br />

comfy seating, so you can be assured of a comfortable stay!<br />

ACCOMMODATION:<br />

LOWER GROUND FLOOR: Two<br />

twin bedrooms each with a spacious<br />

bathroom with overbath shower, wc<br />

and terrace. <strong>The</strong>re is also a sauna on<br />

this floor.<br />

GROUND FLOOR: Open plan<br />

lounge with TV, hi-fi and woodburning<br />

stove and dining area.<br />

Double bedroom with kingsize bed<br />

and spacious bath, overbath shower,<br />

wc and terrace. Separate wc.<br />

FIRST FLOOR: One twin bedroom<br />

with shower room & sink. Two<br />

further twin bedrooms sharing one<br />

bathroom. A supplement is payable<br />

for ensuite facilities.<br />

<strong>SNOWBOARD</strong>ER’S PACK (6 DAYS) LS HS<br />

Adult - Complete Beginner †† .................... £299 £325<br />

Adult - Intermediate ................................... £309 £329<br />

Child - Complete Beginner †† ..................... £260 £280<br />

Child - Intermediate .................................... £270 £290<br />

Snowboard Pack Ages: Adult = 13yrs+, Child = 10-12yrs.<br />

Includes: 6 days x 3hrs tuition, 6 days lift pass & 6 days<br />

standard snowboard & boot hire. LS = 9 - 22 Jan & 27 Mar -<br />

9th Apr. HS = All other dates. Includes handsfree keycard.<br />

FLAINE <strong>SKI</strong> PACK<br />

<strong>SKI</strong>/BOARD EQUIPMENT (6 DAYS) ADULT CHILD *<br />

Skis & boots beginner ................................. £55 £45<br />

Skis & boots intermediate ........................... £79 -<br />

Skis & boots superior .................................. £99 -<br />

Skis only beginner ...................................... £39 £39<br />

Skis only intermediate ................................ £59 -<br />

Skis only superior ....................................... £75 -<br />

Snowboard & boots .................................... £85 £75<br />

Snowboard only ......................................... £59 £59<br />

Helmet** ..................................................... - Included<br />

*Child skis & boots = 3-11yrs, *Child board & boots = 8-11yrs.<br />

**All child equipment hire includes a helmet.<br />

FLAINE – FRANCE<br />

BOARD BASIS: Chalet Board. Daily<br />

breakfast & afternoon tea with<br />

freshly baked cake; home-cooked<br />

three course evening meal on six<br />

nights served with wine and after<br />

dinner coffee.<br />

Please note: Chalet staff live out.<br />

Children are welcome when part of<br />

a group booking the whole chalet.<br />

Generous discounts or free places<br />

may apply when sharing a room<br />

with 2 adults.<br />

PROPERTY CODE: X60C02<br />

Neilson Rating •••+<br />

Child %<br />

discount<br />

<strong>SKI</strong>/BOARD TUITION<br />

Adult ski school AM (6x3hrs) ...................................... £115<br />

Child ski school AM (6x3hrs) ...................................... £105<br />

Snowboard school PM (6x3hrs) .................................. £109<br />

Ski Kindergarten* 3-5 yrs (6x3hrs) .............................. £119<br />

Child ski school = 6-12yrs. Snowboard school = 10yrs+.<br />

*Ski Kindergarten excludes lunch.<br />

IMPORTANT: †† Complete beginner = Ability Level 0, Intermediate = Ability Level 1-4. Ability levels must be stated at the time of booking - see page 13 for details. Special Offers may be withdrawn at any time. Prices are in £s and are approximate - please see reservation system, our website or call us for more details.<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk/flaine call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Sleeps 12<br />

6 bedrooms<br />

Free use of private<br />

sauna<br />

Wood burning stove<br />

Free afternoon tea<br />

Free wine served with<br />

dinner<br />

289


290<br />

FRANCE – LA ROSIERE<br />

“Quiet & friendly<br />

resort particularly<br />

well suited to<br />

families due to its<br />

child care, variety<br />

of gentle slopes &<br />

good value<br />

restaurants.”<br />

Fair Excellent<br />

BEGINNERS<br />

INTERMEDIATES<br />

ADVANCED<br />

OFF-PISTE<br />

NON <strong>SKI</strong>ERS<br />

FAMILIES<br />

NIGHTLIFE<br />

MOUNTAIN<br />

Skiing Altitude 1175m–2610m<br />

Resort Altitude 1850m<br />

Pistes Area - 150km<br />

Number of Runs 74<br />

9% 36% 40% 15%<br />

Number of lifts 37<br />

Drags 17 / Chairs 17 / Gondolas 1<br />

Conveyor belts 2<br />

Longest Run 11km<br />

Direction of Slopes S,N<br />

Terrain Parks yes<br />

Half Pipe no<br />

Cross Country Trails 8km<br />

Night Skiing no<br />

Mountain Restaurants 11<br />

Snowmaking 16.5% runs covered<br />

Resort Ski Bus yes<br />

Linked Resorts La Thuile<br />

FAMILY<br />

Babycare 18mths-3yrs<br />

Crèche 18mths+<br />

Ski Kindergarten 4-12yrs<br />

See page 373 or<br />

neilson.co.uk/childcare for more info.<br />

TRAVEL<br />

Departure Airports<br />

Gatwick, Birmingham,<br />

Manchester & Glasgow*<br />

Destination Airports Grenoble<br />

Season 19 Dec–10 Apr<br />

Departure Day Saturday<br />

Flight Guide See page 384<br />

Transfer Time 3hrs<br />

Self Drive See page 368<br />

*Glasgow departures on<br />

26 Dec & 3 Apr only<br />

FAMILY RESORT • SELF DRIVE • LEARN TO TURN RESORT<br />

A charming resort with two centres;<br />

the traditional chalet-style village, the<br />

other a more modern development<br />

called ‘Les Eucherts’. <strong>The</strong> resort is<br />

surrounded by the spectacular<br />

mountains of the Haute Tarantaise<br />

range and lies close to Italy. It is quiet<br />

& friendly - particularly well suited to<br />

families due to its child care, variety<br />

of wide gentle slopes & good value<br />

restaurants.<br />

Linked to La Thuile in Italy, the<br />

‘Espace San Bernardo’ ski area offers<br />

an impressive 150km of slopes and<br />

allows you to discover the very best<br />

of both French and Italian culture.<br />

<strong>The</strong> area has an impressive snow<br />

record even with mainly south facing,<br />

sunny slopes. Overall, this area caters<br />

for all abilities but is particularly good<br />

for beginner and intermediate skiers<br />

with a great range of blue and red<br />

runs.<br />

ACTIVITIES<br />

• Dogsledding<br />

• Snowshoeing<br />

• Walking Trails<br />

• Cinema<br />

• Heli Skiing<br />

• Parascending<br />

LIFT PASS & TUITION<br />

PRICE PROMISE<br />

See page 371<br />

WINTER WALKS<br />

La Rosière maintains a 10km<br />

network of marked trails<br />

through snowy forests, around<br />

the village and on the mountain,<br />

perfect for the non-skiers<br />

DOGSLEDDING<br />

<strong>The</strong>re’s nothing quite like<br />

zipping through stunning<br />

scenery behind your own team<br />

of dogs. Tasters, beginner<br />

sessions and more adventurous<br />

half-day excursions are available.


NEILSON CHALET LA BERGERIE<br />

NEILSON CHALET BALCONS DE LA ROSIÈRE<br />

This apart-chalet is cosy and well laid out - lying in the newer part of La<br />

Rosière called Les Eucherts, enjoying easy access to the pistes as well as<br />

being close to the bars and a small selection of restaurants. <strong>The</strong> main<br />

resort centre is a 15 minutes' walk away. <strong>The</strong> lifts and ski school<br />

meeting point are 100m away.<br />

ACCOMMODATION: All rooms are<br />

on one floor. <strong>The</strong> entrance hall leads<br />

into the living/dining area which is<br />

open plan with a dining corner, cosy<br />

seating next to the wood-burning<br />

stove, TV/ DVD and balcony with<br />

views out over the Tarantaise<br />

mountains. Each of the four<br />

bedrooms has twin beds and<br />

bathroom with jet bath and wc.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Chalet Board. Daily<br />

breakfast & afternoon tea with<br />

freshly baked cake; home-cooked<br />

three course evening meal on six<br />

nights served with wine and after<br />

dinner coffee.<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk/larosiere call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

LA ROSIERE – FRANCE<br />

This is a charming chalet lying in a quiet location, just 300m down the<br />

hill from the original resort centre with its shops, bars and restaurants.<br />

<strong>The</strong> Chalet Bergerie has been beautifully finished and offers a cosy<br />

relaxed atmosphere - a real home from home. <strong>The</strong> spacious ground<br />

floor is open plan featuring a lounge area with comfy sofas to collapse<br />

into in front of the large flat screen TV at the end of the day. <strong>The</strong>re is<br />

also a further cosy corner near the log fireplace and a dining area with<br />

one long dining table for shared mealtimes. <strong>The</strong> chalet offers stunning<br />

views over the valley from the lounge, most bedrooms and the large<br />

balcony. <strong>The</strong> slopes & ski school meeting point are a 400m walk up the<br />

hill, with the ski bus stop just 30m away.<br />

ACCOMMODATION:<br />

GROUND FLOOR: Entrance hall<br />

leading to the heated ski room and<br />

spacious open plan lounge area with<br />

satellite flat screen TV, DVD, cosy<br />

seating, log fireplace, dining area<br />

and balcony with stunning views.<br />

FIRST FLOOR: Large wooden<br />

staircase leading to four twin<br />

bedrooms with ensuite shower and<br />

wc – one with balcony. One triple<br />

bedded room with shower & wc.<br />

Two further bedrooms with twin<br />

beds and a mezzanine floor with<br />

two additional low beds under a<br />

sloping ceiling (accessed by a steep<br />

open wooden staircase – not<br />

suitable for young children).<br />

BOARD BASIS: Chalet Board. Daily<br />

breakfast & afternoon tea with<br />

freshly baked cake; home-cooked<br />

three course evening meal on six<br />

nights served with wine and after<br />

dinner coffee.<br />

Please note: Chalet staff live in.<br />

Children are welcome when part of<br />

a group booking the whole chalet.<br />

Generous discounts or free places<br />

may apply when sharing a room<br />

with 2 adults.<br />

PROPERTY CODE: X87C00<br />

Please note: Chalet staff live out.<br />

Children are welcome when part of<br />

a group booking the whole chalet.<br />

Generous discounts or free places<br />

may apply when sharing a room<br />

with 2 adults.<br />

PROPERTY CODE: X87C01<br />

Neilson Rating ••••<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Sleeps 14-19<br />

7 bedrooms<br />

All bedrooms ensuite<br />

Log fire<br />

Free afternoon tea<br />

Free wine served with<br />

dinner<br />

Unique and charming catered chalets<br />

located in the best resorts<br />

Neilson Rating •••<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Sleeps 8-11<br />

4 bedrooms<br />

All bedrooms ensuite<br />

Wood burning stove<br />

Free afternoon tea<br />

Free wine served with<br />

dinner<br />

Unique and charming catered chalets<br />

located in the best resorts<br />

291


292<br />

FRANCE – LA ROSIERE<br />

Basic Holiday Prices in £s per adult from<br />

the amounts shown.<br />

Chalet La Bergerie<br />

BALCONS DE LA ROSIERE APARTMENTS<br />

<strong>The</strong>se apartments are perfect for families and groups. <strong>The</strong>y are in the<br />

newer part of La Rosière called Les Eucherts and enjoy easy access to the<br />

pistes as well as being close to the bars and small selection of<br />

restaurants. <strong>The</strong> resort centre is 15 minutes' walk away. <strong>The</strong> lifts and ski<br />

school meeting point are 100m away.<br />

ACCOMMODATION: Well equipped<br />

kitchenette with two cooking rings,<br />

microwave or oven & dishwasher.<br />

Lounge area with satellite TV and<br />

balcony. Bed linen and towels<br />

included. End of stay cleaning can<br />

be requested & paid for locally.<br />

APARTMENTS (2-7 PEOPLE):<br />

Approx. 56m 2 , two double<br />

bedrooms and three pull-out or sofa<br />

beds in the living area. One<br />

bathroom and one shower room.<br />

Some are duplex.<br />

APARTMENTS (2-9 PEOPLE):<br />

Approx. 68m 2 , 2 bedroom<br />

apartment as above plus cabine with<br />

bunk beds. May be duplex style.<br />

APARTMENTS (2-9 PEOPLE):<br />

RESIDENCE LES CIMES BLANCHES<br />

Approx. 72m 2 , 3 bedroom<br />

apartment as above but with an<br />

additional double bedroom,<br />

bathroom and no cabine. Some may<br />

be duplex style or have a woodburning<br />

stove in living area.<br />

DEPOSIT: Approx €460 per<br />

apartment, payable on arrival.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Self Catering.<br />

Evening meal & half board options<br />

available at a supplement.<br />

Please note: Please see page 374 for<br />

important information about<br />

apartments.<br />

PROPERTY CODE: X87A01/AS1<br />

<strong>The</strong>se beautiful apartments are set in a small hamlet just off the piste in<br />

the Les Eucherts area of resort. <strong>The</strong>y offer spacious modern<br />

accommodation and superb facilities. <strong>The</strong> ski school meeting point is<br />

just 200m away.<br />

FACILITIES†: Free use of indoor<br />

pool, sauna & hot tub •Bakery<br />

ordering service from reception<br />

•Massage & beauty services<br />

ACCOMMODATION: Well equipped<br />

kitchenette with microwave<br />

grill/oven, hob, toaster &<br />

dishwasher. Living area has satellite<br />

TV & internet access. Full bathroom<br />

with hairdryer. Bed linen, towels,<br />

cleaning pack & end of stay<br />

cleaning (except kitchen & washing<br />

up) included.<br />

APARTMENT (2-4 PEOPLE): Twin<br />

bedroom and two pull-out sofa beds<br />

in living area.<br />

APARTMENT (2-6 PEOPLE): As<br />

above with an additional double<br />

bedroom.<br />

APARTMENT (2-8 PEOPLE): As<br />

above but with duplex floor with<br />

twin or sofa beds.<br />

DEPOSIT: Approx €460 per<br />

apartment, payable on arrival.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Self Catering.<br />

Please note: Please see page 374 for<br />

important information about<br />

apartments.<br />

PROPERTY CODE: X87A00<br />

19 Dec- 26 Dec- 02 Jan- 23 Jan- 06 Feb- 13 Feb- 20 Feb- 06 Mar- 20 Mar- 27 Mar- 03 Apr- 10 Apr-<br />

Nts 25 Dec 01 Jan 22 Jan 05 Feb 12 Feb 19 Feb 05 Mar 19 Mar 26 Mar 02 Apr 09 Apr 17 Apr<br />

Neilson Rating •••<br />

VALUE<br />

No frills accommodation at a cheaper price<br />

– where it's the skiing that really counts!<br />

Neilson Rating ••••+<br />

Supplements in £s per person per night from:<br />

(Unless otherwise stated)<br />

Chalet: Sole use of twin £29, 15th to 19th Adult redn. £22<br />

X87C00 Chalet Board Chalet 7 899 1075 549 619 665 1125 725 629 589 759 925 779<br />

25%<br />

Chalet Balcons De La Rosiere<br />

Chalet: Sole use of twin £22, 9th to 11th Adult redn. £18<br />

X87C01 Chalet Board Chalet 7 795 949 485 545 579 999 639 555 519 675 819 -<br />

25%<br />

Balcons De La Rosiere Apts<br />

X87A01/AS1 Self Catering Apt 2/7 7 499 609 325 369 419 669 429 399 389 455 555 475<br />

Apt 2/7: Half Board £24, Evening Meal £17, 6 share £2,<br />

5 share £5, 4 share £10, 3 share £18, 2 share £34<br />

10%<br />

2 Bed Apt 2/9: Half Board £24, Evening Meal £17, 8 share £1,<br />

2BedApt2/9 7 489 599 315 359 409 659 419 389 379 445 545 465 7 share £3, 6 share £6, 5 sh £10, 4 sh £15, 3 sh £24, 2 sh £42<br />

3 Bed Apt 2/9: Half Board £24, Evening meal £17,<br />

3BedApt2/9 7 509 619 335 379 429 679 439 409 399 465 565 485<br />

8 share £2, 7 share £4, 6 share £7, 5 share £11, 4 share £17,<br />

3 share £28, 2 share £49<br />

10%<br />

Residence Les Cimes Blanches<br />

X87A00 Self Catering Apt 2/4 7 635 735 419 465 539 795 555 499 489 569 695 599<br />

Apt 2/4: 3 share £9, 2 share £26<br />

10%<br />

Apt 2/6 7 625 725 409 455 529 785 545 489 479 559 685 589<br />

Apt 2/6: 5 share £4, 4 share £11, 3 share £22, 2 share £44<br />

Apt 2/8 7 615 715 399 445 519 775 535 479 469 549 675 579<br />

Apt 2/8: 7 share £4, 6 share £8, 5 share £15, 4 share £25,<br />

3 share £41, 2 share £74<br />

Prices are a guide only & will be confirmed on enquiry. Adult prices in £ sterling start from the amounts shown & apply to selected flight departures between each date range based on current charges & costs. Prices may go up or down & supplements (e.g. flight &/or fuel), or reductions may apply. Supplements ‘from’ are based on low season dates. For full details on how to price your holiday, charges,<br />

supplements & surcharges see ‘Your Holiday Price’ page 368. For important Holiday Information & Booking Conditions see pages 368 - 385. †Some facilities may incur a local charge. LOW 12-18Dec,02-29Jan,13-26Mar.MID 19-25Dec,30Jan-12Feb,20Feb-12Mar,27Mar-17Apr.HIGH 26 Dec - 01 Jan, 13 - 19 Feb. NS292a<br />

LIFT PASS (6 DAYS)<br />

<strong>SKI</strong>ER’S PACK (6 DAYS) LS HS <strong>SNOWBOARD</strong>ER’S PACK (6 DAYS) LS HS <strong>SKI</strong>/BOARD EQUIPMENT (6 DAYS) ADULT CHILD* <strong>SKI</strong>/BOARD TUITION LS HS<br />

Adult (14-59yrs) .......................................................... £159<br />

Child (5-13yrs) ............................................................ £115<br />

Senior (60-74yrs) ........................................................ £129<br />

Family* ....................................................................... £499<br />

Lift pass valid for Espace San Bernardo (La Rosiere & La<br />

Thuille) plus 2 days in any other resort in the Valle d’Aosta. *<br />

Family lift pass for 2 adults & 2 children aged 5-17yrs, proof<br />

of family relationship will also be required - 1 adult &<br />

children must have the same surname. Includes handsfree<br />

keycard.<br />

Adult - Complete Beginner †† .................... £285 £299<br />

Adult - Intermediate ................................... £295 £309<br />

Child - Complete Beginner †† ..................... £229 £245<br />

Child - Intermediate .................................... £239 £255<br />

HS = 26 Dec & 6-27 Feb. LS = All other dates. Ski Pack<br />

Ages: Adult = 14yrs+, Child = 4-12yrs. Includes: 6 days x<br />

2hrs30m tuition, 6 days lift pass & 6 days standard ski & boot<br />

hire. Includes handsfree keycard.<br />

Adult - Complete Beginner †† .................... £309 £319<br />

Adult - Intermediate ................................... £319 £329<br />

Child - Complete Beginner †† ..................... £259 £269<br />

Child - Intermediate .................................... £269 £279<br />

HS = 26 Dec & 6-27 Feb. LS = All other dates. Snowboard<br />

Pack Ages: Adult = 14yrs+, Child = 8-12yrs. Includes: 6<br />

days x 2hrs45m tuition, 6 days lift pass & 6 days standard<br />

snowboard & boot hire. Includes handsfree keycard.<br />

LA ROSIERE <strong>SKI</strong> PACK<br />

Skis & boots beginner ................................. £55 £45<br />

Skis & boots intermediate ........................... £79 -<br />

Skis & boots superior .................................. £99 -<br />

Skis only beginner ...................................... £39 £32<br />

Skis only intermediate ................................ £59 -<br />

Skis only superior ....................................... £69 -<br />

Snowboard & boots .................................... £79 £79<br />

Snowboard only ......................................... £59 £59<br />

Helmet** ..................................................... - Included<br />

*Child skis & boots = 3-11yrs, *Child board & boots = 8-11yrs.<br />

**All child equipment hire includes a helmet.<br />

Adult ski school* ......................................... £99 £115<br />

Child ski school* ......................................... £99 £115<br />

Snowboard school* .................................... £99 £115<br />

Ski Kindergarten 3-12yrs (6 X Full Day incl<br />

Lunch) ......................................................... £289 £299<br />

HS = 26 Dec & 6-27 Feb. LS = All other dates. Child ski<br />

school = 4-12yrs. Snowboard school = 8yrs+. Ski<br />

kindergarten 9am - 5pm, lunchtime supervision provided.<br />

*Tuition duration = 2hrs30m for 2-30 Jan & 6-27 Mar. 2hrs<br />

duration for all other dates.<br />

IMPORTANT: †† Complete beginner = Ability Level 0, Intermediate = Ability Level 1-4. Ability levels must be stated at the time of booking - see page 13 for details. Special Offers may be withdrawn at any time. Prices are in £s and are approximate - please see reservation system, our website or call us for more details.<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk/larosiere call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

INDOOR POOL<br />

WELLNESS AREA<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free use of indoor pool,<br />

sauna & hot tub<br />

Child %<br />

discount


m<br />

Mont Pourri<br />

x Têtes 2260m<br />

2<br />

Granges<br />

GLACIER • <strong>SKI</strong> LEADING • GOOD FOR FAMILIES • SELF DRIVE • EUROSTAR RESORT<br />

ACTIVITIES<br />

• Olympic Bobsleigh<br />

• Public Swimming Pool<br />

• Helicopter Tours<br />

• Ice Skating<br />

• Paragliding<br />

• Indoor Climbing<br />

• Ice Climbing<br />

• Snowshoeing<br />

ARC 1600<br />

Grande Motte<br />

Aiguille Grive 2732m<br />

ARC 1800<br />

OLYMPIC BOBSLEIGH RIDE<br />

Tear down the mountain at speeds of<br />

up to 134km/h on the Olympic<br />

bobsleigh run. <strong>The</strong>re are a number of<br />

solo, group or professional rides to<br />

choose from. Not for the feint hearted!<br />

DOGSLEDDING TOURS<br />

Take a trip through the forest with a<br />

husky team. Mathias is a local<br />

enthusiast who will help you to<br />

experience a form of transport used by<br />

our ancestors.<br />

Grande Casse<br />

VALLANDRY<br />

1600m<br />

Glacier de Bellecôte<br />

Porte du Parc<br />

National de la Vanoise<br />

Le Villaret<br />

Bellecôte 3417m<br />

PLAN PEISEY<br />

1600m<br />

Glacier de la Chiaupe<br />

MONTCHAVIN<br />

1250m<br />

LES COCHES<br />

1450m<br />

Roche de Mio 2715m<br />

La Plagne; A collective name for ten<br />

villages that are all linked up to form<br />

a massive 425km ski and snowboard<br />

playground!<br />

In 2003 a link to neighbouring Les<br />

Arcs resulted in the creation of the<br />

now famous Paradiski area and<br />

something to whet everyone’s<br />

appetite no matter what level of<br />

ability. It’s high, has speedy links,<br />

stunning scenery and a reliable snow<br />

record.<br />

Tunnel<br />

L’arpette 2385m<br />

Le Grand Bec Glacier de la Vanoise<br />

BELLE PLAGNE<br />

2050m<br />

Les Verdons<br />

Grande Rochette 2505m 2500m<br />

Col de Forcle 2270m<br />

PLAGNE VILLAGES<br />

2050m<br />

PLAGNE CENTRE<br />

PLAGNE BELLECÖTE<br />

1970m<br />

1930m PLAGNE SOLEIL<br />

2050m<br />

PLAGNE 1800<br />

La Roche<br />

Becoin<br />

2594m<br />

AIME LE<br />

CENTRE<br />

2100m<br />

MONTALBERT<br />

1350m<br />

LA PLAGNE – FRANCE<br />

LIFT PASS & TUITION<br />

PRICE PROMISE<br />

See page 371<br />

<strong>The</strong> accommodation offered here is<br />

spread across 6 villages. Ski facilities<br />

for children are excellent, making it<br />

an ideal choice for families. <strong>The</strong>re’s a<br />

variety of shops, restaurants and bars,<br />

and the ski bus and lift system links all<br />

of the villages together and runs well<br />

into the evening making it easy to<br />

explore a different village every night!<br />

Mont Jovet 2560m<br />

CHAMPAGN<br />

EN VANOIS<br />

1250m<br />

“Ten villages that are<br />

all linked up to form<br />

a massive 425km ski<br />

and snowboard<br />

playground!.”<br />

Fair Excellent<br />

BEGINNERS<br />

INTERMEDIATES<br />

ADVANCED<br />

OFF-PISTE<br />

NON <strong>SKI</strong>ERS<br />

FAMILIES<br />

NIGHTLIFE<br />

MOUNTAIN<br />

Skiing Altitude 1250m–3250m<br />

Resort Altitude 2050m<br />

Pistes Area - 425km<br />

Number of Runs 134<br />

10% 58% 25% 7%<br />

Number of lifts 85<br />

Funicular 1<br />

Drags 38 / Chairs 36 / Gondolas 8<br />

Cable cars 2<br />

Longest Run 13km<br />

Direction of Slopes N,S,E,W<br />

Glacier yes<br />

Terrain Parks yes<br />

Half Pipe yes<br />

Cross Country Trails 91km<br />

Night Skiing no<br />

Mountain Restaurants 21<br />

Snowmaking 40% runs covered<br />

Resort Ski Bus yes<br />

Linked resorts Les Arcs<br />

FAMILY<br />

Babycare 6mths+<br />

Crèche See Hotel Mercure<br />

Ski School 3yrs+<br />

See page 373 or<br />

neilson.co.uk/childcare for more info.<br />

TRAVEL<br />

Departure Airports<br />

Gatwick, Birmingham,<br />

Manchester, Glasgow*<br />

Destination Airports Grenoble<br />

Season 19 Dec–10 Apr<br />

Departure Day Saturday<br />

Flight Guide See page 384<br />

Transfer Time 2hrs 30mins<br />

Private taxi transfers available -<br />

please call us for details<br />

Self Drive See page 368<br />

**Glasgow departures on<br />

26 Dec & 3 Apr only<br />

EUROSTAR SERVICE<br />

Eurostar service available to this resort -<br />

see page 368<br />

293


294<br />

FRANCE – LA PLAGNE<br />

HOTEL MERCURE BELLE PLAGNE (BELLE PLAGNE)<br />

A great choice for families with its children’s clubs and ideal location<br />

directly on the slopes. <strong>The</strong> resort centre is just a 400m walk downhill<br />

with the ski school meeting point 100m away.<br />

FACILITIES†: Bar •Restaurant •Sun<br />

terrace •Games room • Wellness<br />

Centre 30m from hotel, offering<br />

sauna, hot tub, steam room &<br />

beauty treatments •Wifi<br />

HOTEL OPERATED KIDS' CLUBS<br />

<strong>The</strong> clubs are located in the hotel &<br />

run on the following departures 19<br />

& 26 Dec; 6, 13, 20 & 27 Feb.<br />

BABOO VILLAGE - 4 - 11 YRS<br />

This club runs from 12.00 to 17.30<br />

& then in the evening from 18.30 to<br />

21.00. Children are entertained with<br />

both indoor & outdoor play. Lunch<br />

& snacks included. Cost approx.<br />

€41 per day, pay locally - place<br />

must be reserved by Neilson.<br />

BABOO <strong>SKI</strong>ER - 4 - 11YRS<br />

Children will be escorted to a 2hr<br />

morning ski lesson starting at 09.30.<br />

Afterwards they are collected, lunch<br />

is provided and they then spend the<br />

afternoon & evening at the Baboo<br />

Village club. Cost of tuition<br />

included. Children also need ski<br />

equipment & lift pass.<br />

Places can be pre-booked with<br />

Neilson, £285 per week.<br />

ROOMS (2-3 PEOPLE): Twin or<br />

double rooms with satellite TV, bath<br />

& shower. Some rooms take an<br />

additional single bed. Rooms with<br />

balcony at a supplement, some with<br />

a third bed.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board. Full<br />

Board at a supplement. Buffet<br />

breakfast & a buffet evening meal.<br />

Christmas & New Year meals<br />

included.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 144<br />

PROPERTY CODE: X03H00<br />

PLAGNE LAUZE APARTMENTS (PLAGNE 1800)<br />

Built in a chalet style, these modern, well-maintained apartments offer<br />

good value for your money. Ideally situated in the centre of Plagne<br />

1800 and only 500m from the Lovatiere chairlift and the slopes.<br />

FACILITIES†: Bar •Restaurant<br />

•Games room •Squash court<br />

•Laundrette •Access to outdoor<br />

heated swimming pool •Internet<br />

access<br />

ACCOMMODATION: Small kitchen<br />

with microwave grill oven, fridge, 2<br />

hot plates and dishwasher, TV in<br />

lounge, bathroom with bath,<br />

shower and wc. Bed linen included.<br />

End of stay cleaning and towels can<br />

be rented locally.<br />

STUDIOS (2 PEOPLE): Approx.<br />

15m 2 . As above with a double sofa<br />

bed in living area.<br />

STUDIOS (2-4 PEOPLE): Approx.<br />

24m 2 with a double sofa bed in<br />

living area, bunk beds separated by<br />

a movable partition.<br />

DEPOSIT: Approx €250 per studio,<br />

payable on arrival.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Self Catering. Half<br />

Board and Evening Meal options<br />

available at a supplement.<br />

Please note: Extra services available -<br />

Please see page 374 for details and<br />

important information about<br />

apartments.<br />

PROPERTY CODE: XD2A00<br />

EDELWEISS APARTMENTS (PLAGNE 1800)<br />

Newly built, quality accommodation, good facilities and just a few<br />

minutes walk from the village centre and amenities.<br />

FACILITIES†: Free use of indoor pool<br />

& fitness room •Sauna & steam<br />

room (local charge approx. €8 per<br />

session) •Reception •Wifi in<br />

reception<br />

ACCOMMODATION: All apartments<br />

have kitchenette with oven, grill,<br />

microwave and dishwasher, living<br />

area has fireplace, cable TV and<br />

terrace or balcony. All have bath,<br />

shower and wc. Bed linen, towels<br />

and end of stay cleaning (except<br />

kitchenette) included.<br />

APARTMENTS (2-4 PEOPLE):<br />

Approx 30m 2 , one bedroom<br />

apartment with twin or double<br />

bedroom and double sofa bed in the<br />

lounge.<br />

APARTMENTS (2-6 PEOPLE):<br />

Approx 38m 2 , one double bedroom<br />

with bunk beds in an alcove<br />

upstairs, two pull out beds in the<br />

lounge and extra shower room.<br />

APARTMENTS (2-6 PEOPLE):<br />

Approx 40-45m2 . Two twin or<br />

double bedrooms, double sofa bed<br />

in lounge and extra shower room.<br />

Some apartments are duplex.<br />

APARTMENTS (2-8 PEOPLE):<br />

Approx 51-61m2 , two double<br />

bedrooms upstairs, one with bunk<br />

beds in an alcove, a double sofa bed<br />

in lounge downstairs and extra<br />

shower room.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Self Catering.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★★<br />

Please note: Please see page 374 for<br />

important information about<br />

apartments.<br />

PROPERTY CODE: XD2A01<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk/laplagne call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

Neilson Rating •••+<br />

<strong>SKI</strong> IN <strong>SKI</strong> OUT<br />

GOOD FOR FAMILIES<br />

CHILDREN’S CLUB<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Children sharing a room<br />

with two adults receive<br />

price reductions on<br />

many dates<br />

Christmas dinner<br />

includes a visit from<br />

Santa<br />

New Year Gala dinner<br />

includes champagne<br />

aperitif<br />

Neilson Rating •••<br />

CENTRAL LOCATION<br />

VALUE<br />

No frills accommodation at a cheaper price<br />

– where it's the skiing that really counts!<br />

Neilson Rating •••+<br />

INDOOR POOL<br />

WELLNESS AREA<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

One free sauna or steam<br />

room session per<br />

apartment per week


HOTEL CARLINA (BELLE PLAGNE)<br />

This stunning slopeside hotel offers a cosy and traditional atmosphere.<br />

With a new wing & renovations to the spa area completed for winter<br />

2008/09, the larger hotel offers beautiful, comfortable accommodation<br />

in tastefully furnished rooms. It is a little gem, highly recommended to<br />

couples and families – you are sure to have a wonderful holiday here.<br />

FACILITIES†: Restaurant •Cosy<br />

slopeside bar with log fire<br />

•Slopeside sundeck •Free use of<br />

indoor pool, sauna & steam room<br />

FOR FAMILIES: Unsupervised<br />

children’s playroom planned<br />

ROOMS (2-4 PEOPLE): Standard<br />

twin or double rooms (please<br />

request preference at time of<br />

booking) with flat screen LCD<br />

satellite TV, mini-safe and full<br />

bathroom with hairdryer. All rooms<br />

have a balcony & free Wifi access.<br />

Superior rooms in the new wing<br />

HOTEL ARAUCARIA (PLAGNE CENTRE)<br />

LA PLAGNE – FRANCE<br />

available at a supplement. Family<br />

rooms for four people with cabine<br />

bunks in entrance hall (separated<br />

from main bedroom by a door) also<br />

available.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board. Buffet<br />

breakfast and three-course evening<br />

meal with a choice of main.<br />

Christmas & New Year meals<br />

included.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 48<br />

PROPERTY CODE: X03H04<br />

This hotel is a modern, stylishly furnished family-run hotel lying in a<br />

great location at the base of the slopes in Plagne Centre. It offers a<br />

relaxing spa area, delicious Savoyard cuisine in the stylish restaurant,<br />

efficient service & beautiful panoramic views. <strong>The</strong> ski school meeting<br />

point is 80m away.<br />

FACILITIES†: Restaurant •Piano bar<br />

with log fire •Free use of sauna,<br />

steam room & hot tub •Beauty &<br />

massage services •Wifi<br />

ROOMS (2-5 PEOPLE): Standard<br />

twin or double bedrooms some<br />

which can take an extra bed have<br />

flat screen satellite TV, mini-safe, full<br />

bathroom with hairdryer. Most<br />

rooms have a balcony. Larger family<br />

rooms for four people (as above plus<br />

two additional single beds) available<br />

on request. Rooms for five people<br />

are double & twin interconnecting<br />

with an extra bed in an alcove.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board. Buffet<br />

breakfast and three-course evening<br />

meal with a choice of main.<br />

Christmas gala dinner included.<br />

New Year meal available for a<br />

supplement payable locally.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 72<br />

PROPERTY CODE: XD3H00<br />

HOTEL TERRA NOVA (PLAGNE CENTRE)<br />

Ideally situated at the foot of the slopes and giving great access to the<br />

Paradiski ski area, this hotel makes a great base for all. <strong>The</strong> Terra Nova is<br />

particularly popular with families due to the in-house children's clubs.<br />

FACILITIES†: Restaurant with piste<br />

views •Bar with occasional live<br />

music •Sun terrace •Free use of<br />

sauna & fitness room •Massage &<br />

beauty treatments (local charge)<br />

FOR FAMILIES: •Children's Club<br />

open Sunday to Friday, 9.00-18.00<br />

during French school holidays only.<br />

HOTEL OPERATED KIDS' CLUB<br />

•Mini Club 4-5yrs - Full day<br />

supervision, lunch, lift pass, ski<br />

lessons, equipment provided by the<br />

hotel - pre-bookable with Neilson -<br />

£375 per week HS, £325 LS.<br />

•Kid's Club 6-12yrs - Full day<br />

supervision, lunch, lift pass, ski<br />

lessons - pre-bookable with Neilson -<br />

£400 per week HS, £365 LS.<br />

Please note: places are limited and<br />

should be reserved in advance.<br />

ROOMS (2-4 PEOPLE): Double or<br />

twin rooms have satellite TV,<br />

telephone, safe, Wifi and a<br />

bathroom with bath shower, wc and<br />

hairdryer. Some rooms take a sofa<br />

bed. Family rooms that sleep four<br />

have twin or double beds, a sofa<br />

bed and a pull-out bed.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board. Buffet<br />

breakfast and buffet style fourcourse<br />

evening meal with waiter<br />

served main courses 3 times a week.<br />

Christmas & New Year meals<br />

included.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 119<br />

PROPERTY CODE: XD3H01<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk/laplagne call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

Neilson Rating •••+<br />

<strong>SKI</strong> IN <strong>SKI</strong> OUT<br />

INDOOR POOL<br />

WELLNESS AREA<br />

FAMILY ROOMS<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free use of indoor pool,<br />

sauna & steam room<br />

Special discount 2-5yrs:<br />

£250 HS: £150 LS<br />

Unique hotels offering stylish interiors,<br />

personal service and excellent cuisine<br />

Neilson Rating •••+<br />

<strong>SKI</strong> TO YOUR DOOR<br />

WELLNESS AREA<br />

GOOD FOR GROUPS<br />

FOUR OR MORE<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free use of hot tub,<br />

sauna & steam room<br />

Neilson Rating •••+<br />

<strong>SKI</strong> IN <strong>SKI</strong> OUT<br />

CENTRAL LOCATION<br />

GOOD FOR FAMILIES<br />

CHILDREN’S CLUB<br />

FAMILY ROOMS<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free use of sauna &<br />

fitness room<br />

295


296<br />

FRANCE – LA PLAGNE<br />

NEILSON CHALET MONTAGNETTES<br />

(BELLE PLAGNE)<br />

A high quality apart-chalet located 50m from the piste at the entrance<br />

to Belle Plagne. <strong>The</strong> interior is comfortable and attractively decorated in<br />

a traditional and rustic wood style, with good views of the surrounding<br />

mountains. <strong>The</strong> lounge area is well furnished with comfortable seating<br />

and a log fire to enjoy in those relaxing ‘after ski’ evenings. <strong>The</strong> main<br />

resort centre is 500m away.<br />

FACILITIES†: A new wellness area<br />

with a shared sauna and hot tub for<br />

the chalet complex (access limited<br />

& subject to availability)<br />

ACCOMMODATION:<br />

GROUND FLOOR: One double<br />

bedroom with ensuite bath and wc<br />

available at a supplement. One twin<br />

bedroom with separate shower and<br />

wc.<br />

FIRST FLOOR: Comfortable lounge<br />

and dining area with fireplace and<br />

balcony. One small bunk room, best<br />

as a single or for children (shares<br />

bathroom with ground floor).<br />

SECOND FLOOR: Two twin eaves<br />

bedrooms, both with ensuite shower<br />

and one separate wc.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Chalet Board. Daily<br />

buffet breakfast, afternoon tea and a<br />

three-course evening meal on six<br />

nights served with wine & after<br />

dinner coffee.<br />

Please note: Chalet staff live out.<br />

Children are welcome when part of<br />

a group booking the whole chalet.<br />

Generous discounts or free places<br />

may apply when sharing a room<br />

with 2 adults.<br />

PROPERTY CODE: X03C05<br />

NEILSON CHALET BALCON DE BELLE PLAGNE<br />

(BELLE PLAGNE)<br />

This apart-chalet lies in an enviable position right next to the piste, in a<br />

quiet, sunny location, just 500 metres to all the resort amenities. Its<br />

location and the facilities within the residence make this one of the best<br />

chalets in La Plagne.<br />

FACILITIES†: Chalet guests can use<br />

the facilities within the residence<br />

that include: Restaurant/brasserie<br />

•Free use of indoor pool, fitness<br />

centre & sauna<br />

ACCOMMODATION: Large living<br />

area with satellite TV and wood<br />

burning stove. Six twin bedrooms,<br />

each have bathroom with jetted<br />

bath and wc. <strong>The</strong>re are three<br />

comfortable sofa beds, which can be<br />

used when a group books the whole<br />

chalet.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Chalet Board. Daily<br />

breakfast & afternoon tea with<br />

freshly baked cake; home-cooked<br />

three course evening meal on six<br />

nights served with wine and after<br />

dinner coffee.<br />

HOTEL BALCONS DE BELLE PLAGNE<br />

(BELLE PLAGNE)<br />

Please note: Chalet staff live out.<br />

Children are welcome when part of<br />

a group booking the whole chalet.<br />

Generous discounts or free places<br />

may apply when sharing a room<br />

with 2 adults.<br />

PROPERTY CODE: X03C01<br />

A comfortable, ideally located piste-side hotel, ski in-ski out with easy<br />

access to the resort amenities. 500m to the resort centre and 300m to<br />

ski school meeting point.<br />

FACILITIES†: Restaurant<br />

•Bar/lounge with stunning views<br />

•Free use of next door ‘Balcons de<br />

Belle Plagne Residence’ sauna,<br />

fitness centre & indoor pool<br />

ROOMS (2-3 PEOPLE): Twin rooms<br />

have bathroom with jetted bath &<br />

wc. Double & triple bedded rooms<br />

on request. All rooms have hairdryer,<br />

satellite TV, balcony & minibar.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board. Buffet<br />

style breakfast with three-course<br />

evening meal. Full Board option at a<br />

supplement. Christmas & New Year<br />

meals included.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 59<br />

PROPERTY CODE: X03H01<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk/laplagne call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

Neilson Rating •••+<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Sleeps 9-10<br />

5 bedrooms<br />

Log fire<br />

Free use of sauna & hot<br />

tub<br />

Free afternoon tea<br />

Free wine served with<br />

dinner<br />

Unique and charming catered chalets<br />

located in the best resorts<br />

Neilson Rating •••<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Sleeps 12-15<br />

6 bedrooms<br />

Wood burning stove<br />

Free use of indoor pool,<br />

sauna & fitness room<br />

Free afternoon tea<br />

Free wine served with<br />

dinner<br />

Unique and charming catered chalets<br />

located in the best resorts<br />

Neilson Rating •••+<br />

<strong>SKI</strong> IN <strong>SKI</strong> OUT<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free use of indoor pool,<br />

sauna & fitness room in<br />

adjacent residence<br />

Special discount 2-5yrs:<br />

£250 HS; £150 LS


Basic Holiday Prices in £s per adult from<br />

the amounts shown.<br />

Hotel Mercure Belle Plagne<br />

NEREIDES APARTMENTS (BELLE PLAGNE)<br />

<strong>The</strong> Nereides is in the Constellations complex with the lifts & village<br />

centre of Belle Plagne 250m away.<br />

FACILITIES†: 24 hr reception in<br />

nearby ‘Andromede’ building •Wifi<br />

ACCOMMODATION: Lounge area,<br />

kitchenette with dishwasher,<br />

bathroom, separate wc & balcony.<br />

Bed linen, towels, cleaning pack &<br />

end of stay cleaning (except kitchen<br />

& washing up) & TV included.<br />

APARTMENTS (2-5 PEOPLE):<br />

Approx 35m 2 . Twin bedroom &<br />

folding/pull-out bed, double sofa<br />

bed in living area.<br />

APARTMENTS (2-7 PEOPLE):<br />

Approx 43-50m 2 One double<br />

bedroom & one twin, living area<br />

19 Dec- 26 Dec- 02 Jan- 23 Jan- 06 Feb- 13 Feb- 20 Feb- 06 Mar- 20 Mar- 27 Mar- 03 Apr- 10 Apr-<br />

Nts 25 Dec 01 Jan 22 Jan 05 Feb 12 Feb 19 Feb 05 Mar 19 Mar 26 Mar 02 Apr 09 Apr 17 Apr<br />

Supplements in £s per person per night from:<br />

(Unless otherwise stated)<br />

X03H00 Half Board Room 2/3 7 925 1219 869 879 909 1189 899 929 919 989 1089 1025<br />

Room 2/3: Full Board £23, Sole use of twin £33, Balcony<br />

£18, 3rd Adult redn. £34<br />

45%<br />

Plagne Lauze Apartments<br />

XD2A00 Self Catering Studio 2 7 519 715 359 389 475 825 515 405 399 445 539 485<br />

Studio 2: Half Board £28, Evening meal £21, Sole use £18<br />

10%<br />

Studio 2/4: Half Board £28, Evening meal £21, 3 share £4,<br />

Studio 2/4 7 445 605 309 335 385 685 409 349 345 395 489 435 2 share £11<br />

Edelweiss Apartments<br />

XD2A01 Self Catering Apt 2/4 7 599 805 389 415 529 909 579 445 435 499 609 499<br />

Apt 2/4: 3 share £8, 2 share £24<br />

10%<br />

Apt 2/6 7 569 775 359 385 499 879 549 415 405 469 579 469<br />

LA PLAGNE – FRANCE<br />

with 2 single sofa beds & a pull-out<br />

bed. Additional shower room.<br />

APARTMENTS (2-8 PEOPLE):<br />

Approx 43-57m 2 . Also available -<br />

prices on reservation system.<br />

DEPOSIT: Approx €200 per<br />

apartment, payable on arrival.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Self Catering.<br />

Evening Meal card, Half Board &<br />

meal plan at a supplement.<br />

Please note: Extra services available -<br />

Please see page 374 for details and<br />

important information about<br />

apartments.<br />

PROPERTY CODE: X03A09/AS9<br />

BALCONS DE BELLE PLAGNE APARTMENTS<br />

(BELLE PLAGNE)<br />

Situated in a quiet location, these apartments offer comfortable<br />

accommodation and good onsite facilities. Lying alongside the slopes,<br />

300m to ski school meeting point and 500m to the resort centre.<br />

FACILITIES†: Restaurant & small bar<br />

•Free use of pool, sauna & fitness<br />

room<br />

ACCOMMODATION: All apartments<br />

have kitchenette with cooking rings,<br />

mini oven & dishwasher, satellite TV,<br />

cleaning kit, balcony, bath, shower<br />

and wc. Bed linen and towels<br />

included.<br />

APARTMENTS (2-5 PEOPLE):<br />

Approx. 37m 2 . Twin bedroom and<br />

three pull-out beds in the living<br />

area.<br />

APARTMENTS (2-6 PEOPLE):<br />

Approx. 48m 2 . Two twin bedrooms,<br />

two pull-out beds in the living area,<br />

additional shower room and a<br />

balcony.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Self Catering.<br />

Evening meal & Half Board options<br />

available at a supplement.<br />

Please note: Please see page 374 for<br />

important information about<br />

apartments.<br />

PROPERTY CODE: X03A18<br />

Neilson Rating •••+<br />

<strong>SKI</strong> IN <strong>SKI</strong> OUT<br />

Neilson Rating •••<br />

INDOOR POOL<br />

FREE CHILD PLACES<br />

Apt 2/6: 5 share £3, 4 share £9, 3 share £17, 2 share £34<br />

Hotel Carlina<br />

X03H04 Half Board Room 2/4 7 1229 1435 1039 1135 1169 1509 1159 1135 1129 1119 1209 1155<br />

Room 2/4: Sole use of twin £121, Superior room £16, 3rd &<br />

4th Adult redn. £14<br />

25%<br />

Hotel Araucaria<br />

XD3H00 Half Board Room 2/5 7 1065 1309 715 725 839 1359 979 885 725 795 1035 979<br />

Room 2/5: Sole use of twin £22, 3rd & 4th Adult redn. £18<br />

10%<br />

Hotel Terra Nova<br />

Room 2/4: Sole use of twin £40, 3rd & 4th Adult redn. £13<br />

XD3H01 Half Board Room 2/4 7 925 1209 839 849 939 1229 929 859 849 909 999 949<br />

10%<br />

Chalet Montagnettes<br />

X03C05 Chalet Board Chalet 7 889 1065 545 609 655 1115 715 619 585 755 915 1055<br />

Chalet: Single room £Nil, Sole use of twin £31, Private bath<br />

£2, 3rd & 4th Adult redn. £26<br />

25%<br />

Chalet Balcon De Belle Plagne<br />

X03C01 Chalet Board Chalet 7 849 1019 519 585 625 1069 685 595 559 719 875 739<br />

Chalet: Sole use of twin £29, 3rd & 4th Adult redn. £24<br />

25%<br />

Hotel Balcons De Belle Plagne<br />

Room 2: Full Board £18, Sole use of twin £22<br />

X03H01 Half Board Room 2 7 955 1149 719 789 865 1229 919 795 789 819 939 779<br />

25%<br />

Nereides Apartments<br />

X03A09/AS9 Self Catering Apt 2/5 7 479 649 329 359 415 729 439 379 369 425 525 465<br />

Apt 2/5: Half Board £22, Evening Meal £16, 4 share £4,<br />

3 share £10, 2 share £22<br />

10%<br />

Apt 2/7: Half Board £22, Evening Meal £16, 6 share £2,<br />

Apt 2/7 7 469 639 319 349 405 719 429 369 359 415 515 455 5share£6,4share£10,3share£19,2share£35<br />

Balcons De Belle Plagne Apartments<br />

X03A18 Self Catering Apt 2/5 7 549 739 355 379 409 809 465 439 409 509 645 459<br />

Apt 2/5: Half Board £24, Evening Meal £17, 4 share £5,<br />

3 share £13, 2 share £30<br />

10%<br />

Apt 2/6: Half Board £24, Evening Meal £17, 5 share £4,<br />

Apt 2/6 7 539 729 345 369 399 799 455 429 399 499 635 449 4 share £10, 3 share £20, 2 share £41<br />

Prices are a guide only & will be confirmed on enquiry. Adult prices in £ sterling start from the amounts shown & apply to selected flight departures between each date range based on current charges & costs. Prices may go up or down & supplements (e.g. flight &/or fuel), or reductions may apply. Supplements ‘from’ are based on low season dates. For full details on how to price your holiday, charges,<br />

supplements & surcharges see ‘Your Holiday Price’ page 368. For important Holiday Information & Booking Conditions see pages 368 - 385. †Some facilities may incur a local charge. LOW 12-18Dec,02-29Jan,13-26Mar.MID 19-25Dec,30Jan-12Feb,20Feb-12Mar,27Mar-17Apr.HIGH 26 Dec - 01 Jan, 13 - 19 Feb. NS297a<br />

LIFT PASS (6 DAYS) LOCAL AREA *SPECIAL <strong>SKI</strong>ER’S PACK (6 DAYS)<br />

<strong>SNOWBOARD</strong>ER’S PACK (6 DAYS)<br />

<strong>SKI</strong>/BOARD EQUIPMENT (6 DAYS) ADULT CHILD* <strong>SKI</strong>/BOARD TUITION LS HS<br />

Adult (14-64yrs) ......................... £169 £199 £179<br />

Child (6-13yrs) ............................ £129 £155 £139<br />

Senior (65-71yrs) ........................ £135 £155 £139<br />

Family* ...................................... - £629 -<br />

Local lift pass covers La Plagne ski area. Area lift pass covers<br />

Paradiski (La Plagne, Les Arcs & Peisey Vallandry) plus one<br />

day in Espace Killy or 3 Valleys. Special lift pass covers La<br />

Plagne and one day in the Paradiski area. Free lift pass for<br />

children 0-5yrs. *Family lift pass for 2 adults & 2 children<br />

aged 6-13yrs, proof of family relationship will also be<br />

required - 1 adult & children must have the same name.<br />

Includes handsfree keycard.<br />

Adult - Complete Beginner †† ..................................... £359<br />

Adult - Intermediate .................................................... £369<br />

Child - Complete Beginner †† ..................................... £289<br />

Child - Intermediate .................................................... £299<br />

Belle Plagne Ski Pack Ages: Adult = 14yrs+, Child =<br />

6-13yrs. Includes: 6 days x 2hrs30mins tuition, 6 days local<br />

lift pass & 6 days standard ski & boot hire. Includes handsfree<br />

keycard.<br />

Adult - Complete Beginne r†† ..................................... £379<br />

Adult - Intermediate .................................................... £389<br />

Child - Complete Beginner †† ..................................... £319<br />

Child - Intermediate .................................................... £329<br />

Belle Plagne Snowboard Pack Ages: Adult = 14yrs+, Child<br />

= 8-13yrs. Includes: 6 days x 2hrs45mins tuition, 6 days<br />

local lift pass & 6 days standard snowboard & boot hire.<br />

Includes handsfree keycard.<br />

BELLE PLAGNE <strong>SKI</strong> PACK<br />

See page 299 & 301 for all other properties<br />

Skis & boots beginner ................................. £59 £45<br />

Skis & boots intermediate ........................... £85 -<br />

Skis & boots superior .................................. £99 -<br />

Skis only beginner ...................................... £45 £35<br />

Skis only intermediate ................................ £59 -<br />

Skis only superior ....................................... £75 -<br />

Snowboard & boots .................................... £79 £79<br />

Snowboard only ......................................... £65 £65<br />

Helmet** .................................................... - Included<br />

*Child skis & boots = 3-11yrs, *Child board & boots = 8-11yrs.<br />

**All child equipment hire includes a helmet.<br />

Adult ski school AM (6x2hrs30m) .............. £149 £179<br />

Child ski school AM (6x2hrs30m) .............. £135 £149<br />

Adult snowboard school PM (6x2hrs45m). £169 £169<br />

Child snowboard school PM (6x2hrs45m). £149 £149<br />

Belle Plagne Child ski school = 3-13yrs. Child snowboard<br />

school=8-13yrs.LS=9-30Jan&27Feb-13Mar.HS=<br />

All other dates.<br />

IMPORTANT: †† Complete beginner = Ability Level 0, Intermediate = Ability Level 1-4. Ability levels must be stated at the time of booking - see page 13 for details. Special Offers may be withdrawn at any time. Prices are in £s and are approximate - please see reservation system, our website or call us for more details.<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk/laplagne call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free use of indoor pool,<br />

sauna & fitness room<br />

Child %<br />

discount<br />

297


298<br />

FRANCE – LA PLAGNE<br />

LES CHALETS DES ALPAGES (PLAGNE SOLEIL)<br />

Ideally located in Plagne Soleil, enjoying magnificent views over the<br />

valley and situated right on the pistes only 50m from the town centre<br />

and 100m from the ski lifts. <strong>The</strong>re is a shuttle bus that runs to La Plagne<br />

centre for more shops, restaurants and activites for you to enjoy.<br />

ACCOMMODATION: Fully equipped<br />

kitchenette with microwave, oven,<br />

fridge-freezer and dishwasher. <strong>The</strong><br />

comfortable and spacious living areas<br />

have fireplace & terrace or balcony.<br />

All have a bathroom with bath,<br />

shower and wc. Bed linen included.<br />

Towels and end of stay cleaning can<br />

be arranged locally.<br />

APARTMENTS (2-6 PEOPLE):<br />

Approx 32-38m 2 . Double bedroom,<br />

double sofa bed in the lounge and<br />

bunks in either a cabine or on a<br />

mezzanine.<br />

APARTMENTS (2-7 PEOPLE):<br />

Approx 60-66m 2 . Two double or twin<br />

bedrooms and one triple bedroom<br />

and an extra wc and shower room.<br />

Prices on reservations system.<br />

APARTMENTS (2-8 PEOPLE):<br />

Approx 46-58m 2 . Two double or<br />

twin bedrooms, a double or twin<br />

sofa bed in the lounge and bunks in<br />

the hallway.<br />

APARTMENTS (2-9 PEOPLE):<br />

Approx 75-82m 2 . Three twin and<br />

one triple (double and a single)<br />

bedrooms with an extra wc and<br />

shower room. Prices on reservations<br />

system.<br />

DEPOSIT: Approx €260 per<br />

apartment, payable on arrival.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Self Catering.<br />

Please note: Please see page 374 for<br />

important information about<br />

apartments.<br />

PROPERTY CODE: XB5A04<br />

LE CERVIN APARTMENTS (PLAGNE SOLEIL)<br />

Le Cervin Apartments boast an ideal situation in the heart of the<br />

immense Paradiski skiing area as well as magnificent views. <strong>The</strong><br />

residence is a traditional style chalet with large balconies and ideally<br />

situated very close to the shops and ski lifts.<br />

ACCOMMODATION: Well equipped<br />

kitchenette, bath or shower room &<br />

wc. Bed linen included. Towels and<br />

end of stay cleaning optional<br />

(payable locally).<br />

STUDIOS (2-4 PEOPLE): Approx.<br />

23m 2 . Double sofa bed in the<br />

lounge and a cabine room with two<br />

single beds.<br />

APARTMENT (2-5 PEOPLE):<br />

Approx. 25m 2 . One double or twin<br />

bedroom, double sofa bed in the<br />

lounge and a cabine with one single<br />

bed.<br />

DEPOSIT: Approx €300 per<br />

studio/apartment, payable on<br />

arrival.<br />

RESIDENCE LES GRANGES DU SOLEIL<br />

(PLAGNE SOLEIL)<br />

BOARD BASIS: Self Catering.<br />

Please note: Extra services available -<br />

Please see page 374 for details and<br />

important information about<br />

apartments.<br />

PROPERTY CODE: XB5A05<br />

Les Granges du Soleil is right in the heart of Plagne Soleil and offers<br />

door step skiing, amazing views and acres of sunshine. <strong>The</strong> apartments<br />

are split into 3 buildings set around a communal chalet, housing the<br />

reception, lounge, open fireplace and the Spa centre. <strong>The</strong> nearest lifts<br />

are just 100m away with Plagne Soleil centre being just 150m.<br />

FACILITIES†: Lounge are with open<br />

fireplace •Free use of pool, sauna,<br />

steam room, hot tub & fitness room<br />

•Spa & massage treatments<br />

(payable locally) •Wifi •Ski lockers<br />

with boot warmers<br />

ACCOMMODATION: All apartments<br />

have a fully equipped kitchen with<br />

four cooking rings, multi-function<br />

oven, fridge, dishwasher, LCD<br />

satellite TV, balcony, bathroom with<br />

bath, shower, wc and hairdryer. Bed<br />

linen and towels included. Cleaning<br />

kit and end of stay cleaning (except<br />

kitchen & washing up) included.<br />

APARTMENTS (2-4 PEOPLE): One<br />

twin bedroom and a double sofa<br />

bed in the lounge area.<br />

APARTMENTS (2-6 PEOPLE): One<br />

double and one twin bedroom and<br />

a double sofa bed in the lounge<br />

area.<br />

APARTMENTS (2-8 PEOPLE): One<br />

double and two twin bedrooms and<br />

a double sofa bed in the lounge<br />

area.<br />

DEPOSIT: Approx €400 per<br />

apartment, payable on arrival.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Self Catering.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★★<br />

Please note: Please see page 374 for<br />

important information about<br />

apartments.<br />

PROPERTY CODE: XB5A03<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk/laplagne call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

Neilson Rating •••<br />

<strong>SKI</strong> TO YOUR DOOR<br />

GOOD FOR GROUPS<br />

Neilson Rating ••+<br />

VALUE<br />

No frills accommodation at a cheaper price<br />

– where it's the skiing that really counts!<br />

Neilson Rating ••••+<br />

<strong>SKI</strong> TO YOUR DOOR<br />

INDOOR POOL<br />

WELLNESS AREA<br />

GOOD FOR GROUPS<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free use of pool, sauna,<br />

steam room, hot tub &<br />

fitness room


Basic Holiday Prices in £s per adult from<br />

the amounts shown.<br />

Les Chalets Des Alpages<br />

HOTEL VANCOUVER (PLAGNE SOLEIL)<br />

This hotel opened for winter 2008/9 and offers great service and good<br />

quality accommodation in a fantastic location, right on the piste<br />

allowing you to ski right up to the door.<br />

FACILITIES†: Lounge with fireplace<br />

•Wifi •Free use of indoor pool,<br />

sauna, steam room, hot tub &<br />

fitness room<br />

ROOMS (2 PEOPLE): Double or<br />

twin beds, satellite TV, balcony and<br />

bathroom with bath, shower and<br />

wc. Rooms sleeping up to four<br />

people with additional bunk beds in<br />

a cabine area are available on<br />

request and at a supplement.<br />

SUITES (2-4 PEOPLE): Double or<br />

twin beds in bedroom plus one<br />

double or two single sofa beds in<br />

lounge area, satellite TV, balcony<br />

and bathroom with bath, shower<br />

and wc.<br />

19 Dec- 26 Dec- 02 Jan- 23 Jan- 06 Feb- 13 Feb- 20 Feb- 06 Mar- 20 Mar- 27 Mar- 03 Apr- 10 Apr-<br />

Nts 25 Dec 01 Jan 22 Jan 05 Feb 12 Feb 19 Feb 05 Mar 19 Mar 26 Mar 02 Apr 09 Apr 17 Apr<br />

LA PLAGNE – FRANCE<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board. Buffet<br />

breakfast and three-course evening<br />

meal. Christmas dinner & New Year<br />

Gala included.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 42<br />

PROPERTY CODE: XB5H00<br />

RESIDENCE LES HAUTS BOIS (AIME LA PLAGNE)<br />

Set up on the side of the mountain, connected by gondola and<br />

overlooking the bustling mini resort of ‘Plagne Centre’, this large<br />

development has everything you need for a great holiday at your<br />

fingertips. <strong>The</strong> complex houses some shops and bars while the gondola<br />

connecting into Plagne Centre operates to approx. 11pm. <strong>The</strong> lifts are<br />

400m away and the ski school meeting point 200m.<br />

FACILITIES†: Free use of indoor<br />

pool, sauna, steam room & gym<br />

•Beauty & massage services<br />

ACCOMMODATION: Well equipped<br />

kitchenette with four rings,<br />

microwave grill oven, toaster &<br />

dishwasher; lounge area with TV &<br />

balcony. Bathroom with bath,<br />

shower & toilet. Beds made on<br />

arrival, linen, towels & end of stay<br />

cleaning (except kitchen & washing<br />

up) included.<br />

APARTMENTS (2-6 PEOPLE): Two<br />

twin bedrooms plus one sofa bed &<br />

one pull out bed in the lounge area.<br />

APARTMENTS (2-8 PEOPLE): As<br />

above with additional twin or bunk<br />

room & shower room.<br />

DEPOSIT: Approx €300 per<br />

apartment, payable on arrival.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Self Catering.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★<br />

Please note: Extra services available -<br />

Please see page 374 for details and<br />

important information about<br />

apartments.<br />

PROPERTY CODE: XD4A00<br />

Neilson Rating •••<br />

<strong>SKI</strong> TO YOUR DOOR<br />

INDOOR POOL<br />

WELLNESS AREA<br />

FOUR OR MORE<br />

Neilson Rating ••••<br />

<strong>SKI</strong> TO YOUR DOOR<br />

INDOOR POOL<br />

WELLNESS AREA<br />

Supplements in £s per person per night from:<br />

(Unless otherwise stated)<br />

Apt 2/6: 5 share £2, 4 share £6, 3 share £11, 2 share £22<br />

Apt 2/8: 7 share £2, 6 share £4, 5 share £7, 4 share £12,<br />

3 share £20, 2 share £35<br />

XB5A04 Self Catering Apt 2/6 7 485 605 309 335 409 685 429 349 345 395 489 435<br />

10%<br />

Apt 2/8 7 459 575 305 345 379 659 405 359 349 395 499 445<br />

Le Cervin Apartments<br />

XB5A05 Self Catering Studio 2/4 7 435 595 299 329 375 669 399 345 339 385 479 425<br />

Studio 2/4: 3 share £4, 2 share £13<br />

10%<br />

Apt 2/5 7 425 585 289 319 365 659 389 335 329 375 469 415<br />

Apt 2/5: 4 share £3, 3 share £7, 2 share £16<br />

Residence Les Granges Du Soleil<br />

XB5A03 Self Catering Apt 2/4 7 639 859 415 439 519 929 559 469 459 589 745 529<br />

Apt 2/4: 3 share £9, 2 share £28<br />

10%<br />

Apt 2/6 7 629 849 405 429 509 919 549 459 449 579 735 519<br />

Apt 2/6: 5 share £5, 4 share £12, 3 share £23, 2 share £46<br />

Apt 2/8 7 619 839 395 419 499 909 539 449 439 569 725 509<br />

Apt 2/8: 7 share £4, 6 share £9, 5 share £16, 4 share £26,<br />

3 share £44, 2 share £78<br />

Hotel Vancouver<br />

XB5H00 Half Board Room 2/4 7 875 1249 625 739 879 1249 929 759 629 689 989 859<br />

Room 2/4: Sole use of twin £22, 3rd & 4th Adult redn. £26<br />

10%<br />

Residence Les Hauts Bois<br />

XD4A00 Self Catering Apt 2/6 7 545 729 355 375 449 799 509 399 395 505 639 449<br />

Apt 2/6: 5 share £4, 4 share £9, 3 share £18, 2 share £36<br />

10%<br />

Apt 2/8 7 539 725 349 369 445 795 505 395 389 499 635 445<br />

Apt 2/8: 7 share £3, 6 share £7, 5 share £12, 4 share £20,<br />

3 share £33, 2 share £59<br />

Prices are a guide only & will be confirmed on enquiry. Adult prices in £ sterling start from the amounts shown & apply to selected flight departures between each date range based on current charges & costs. Prices may go up or down & supplements (e.g. flight &/or fuel), or reductions may apply. Supplements ‘from’ are based on low season dates. For full details on how to price your holiday, charges,<br />

supplements & surcharges see ‘Your Holiday Price’ page 368. For important Holiday Information & Booking Conditions see pages 368 - 385. †Some facilities may incur a local charge. LOW 12-18Dec,02-29Jan,13-26Mar.MID 19-25Dec,30Jan-12Feb,20Feb-12Mar,27Mar-17Apr.HIGH 26 Dec - 01 Jan, 13 - 19 Feb. NS299a<br />

LIFT PASS (6 DAYS) LOCAL AREA *SPECIAL <strong>SKI</strong>ER’S PACK (6 DAYS)<br />

<strong>SNOWBOARD</strong>ER’S PACK (6 DAYS)<br />

<strong>SKI</strong>/BOARD EQUIPMENT (6 DAYS) ADULT CHILD* <strong>SKI</strong>/BOARD TUITION LS HS<br />

Adult (14-64yrs) ......................... £169 £199 £179<br />

Child (6-13yrs) ............................ £129 £155 £139<br />

Senior (65-71yrs) ........................ £135 £155 £139<br />

Family * ..................................... - £629 -<br />

LocalliftpasscoversLaPlagneskiarea.Arealiftpasscovers<br />

Paradiski (La Plagne, Les Arcs & Peisey Vallandry) plus one day<br />

in Espace Killy or 3 Valleys. Special lift pass covers La Plagne<br />

and one day in the Paradiski area. Free lift pass for children<br />

0-5yrs. * Family lift pass for 2 adults & 2 children aged 6-13yrs,<br />

proof of family relationship will also be required - 1 adult &<br />

children must have the same name. Includes handsfree keycard.<br />

Adult - Complete Beginner †† ..................................... £345<br />

Adult - Intermediate .................................................... £355<br />

Child - Complete Beginner †† ..................................... £289<br />

Child - Intermediate .................................................... £299<br />

Ski Pack Ages: Adult = 14yrs+, Child = 6-13yrs.<br />

Includes: 6 days x 2hrs30m tuition, 6 days local lift pass & 6<br />

days standard ski & boot hire. Includes handsfree keycard.<br />

Adult - Complete Beginner †† ..................................... £375<br />

Adult - Intermediate .................................................... £385<br />

Snowboard Pack Ages: Adult = 14yrs+. Includes: 6 days x<br />

2hrs30m tuition, 6 days local lift pass & 6 days standard<br />

snowboard & boot hire. Includes handsfree keycard.<br />

LA PLAGNE <strong>SKI</strong> PACK<br />

See page 297 for Belle Plagne properties<br />

Skis & boots beginner ................................. £59 £45<br />

Skis & boots intermediate ........................... £85 -<br />

Skis & boots superior .................................. £99 -<br />

Skis only beginner ...................................... £45 £35<br />

Skis only intermediate ................................ £59 -<br />

Skis only superior ....................................... £75 -<br />

Snowboard & boots .................................... £79 £79<br />

Snowboard only ......................................... £65 £65<br />

Helmet** .................................................... - Included<br />

*Child skis & boots = 3-12yrs, *Child board & boots = 8-12yrs.<br />

**All child equipment hire includes a helmet.<br />

Adult ski school (6x2hrs30m) ..................... £139 £155<br />

Child ski school (6x2hrs30m) ..................... £139 £155<br />

Snowboard school (6x2hrs30m) ................ £149 £155<br />

Child ski school = 3-12yrs. Snowboard school = 13yrs+.<br />

LS=9-30Jan&27Feb-13Mar.HS=Allotherdates.<br />

IMPORTANT: †† Complete beginner = Ability Level 0, Intermediate = Ability Level 1-4. Ability levels must be stated at the time of booking - see page 13 for details. Special Offers may be withdrawn at any time. Prices are in £s and are approximate - please see reservation system, our website or call us for more details.<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk/laplagne call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free use of indoor pool,<br />

sauna, steam room, hot<br />

tub & fitness room<br />

Special discount 2-5ys:<br />

£150 HS; £50 LS<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free use of indoor pool,<br />

sauna, steam room &<br />

fitness room<br />

Child %<br />

discount<br />

299


300<br />

FRANCE – LA PLAGNE<br />

CASSIOPEE APARTMENTS (BELLE PLAGNE)<br />

<strong>The</strong>se apartments offer an excellent location right in the pedestrianised<br />

heart of Belle Plagne. <strong>The</strong> nearest lifts are just 50m from the property<br />

and you can almost ski back to the door.<br />

FACILITIES†: Reception •Coin<br />

operated laundry<br />

ACCOMMODATION: Each studio<br />

has a kitchenette comprising 2<br />

hotplates, oven, dishwasher, fridge<br />

and coffee-maker, as well as a<br />

bathroom with bath or shower and<br />

wc. End of stay cleaning (except<br />

kitchen & washing up) included. TV<br />

can be rented locally if required.<br />

STUDIOS (2-3 PEOPLE): Living area<br />

with balcony and 3 single sofa beds.<br />

STUDIOS (2-4 PEOPLE): Living area<br />

with 2 single sofa beds also a<br />

sleeping corner, separated from<br />

living area by a movable partition,<br />

with 1 pull-out double-bed or two<br />

bunk beds.<br />

LE MONT SOLEIL APARTMENTS (PLAGNE SOLEIL)<br />

This relatively new self-catering complex provides excellent<br />

accommodation for all types of skiers. 100 metres from Les Melezes<br />

chairlift, the Du Praz slopes and the nearest bus stop. 30 metres from<br />

the resort centre of Plagne Soleil and 50 metres from the supermarket.<br />

FACILITIES†: Lounge bar<br />

ACCOMMODATION: All apartments<br />

have kitchenette with fridge,<br />

cooking rings, oven, grill,<br />

dishwasher and coffee maker, TV,<br />

balcony, shower and wc. Bed linen,<br />

towels, cleaning kit & end of stay<br />

cleaning (except kitchen & washing<br />

up) included.<br />

APARTMENTS (2-5 PEOPLE):<br />

Approx 29m 2 . Double bedroom and<br />

two single sofa beds and a pull-out<br />

bed in the living area. Newly<br />

renovated superior rooms available<br />

at a supplement.<br />

APARTMENTS (2-7 PEOPLE):<br />

Approx 36-41m 2 . Double bedroom,<br />

two sofa beds and a pull-out bed in<br />

the living area and bunks in a<br />

cabine.<br />

DEPOSIT: Approx €250 per<br />

apartment, payable on arrival.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Self Catering.<br />

Please note: Extra services available -<br />

Please see page 374 for details and<br />

important information about<br />

apartments.<br />

PROPERTY CODE: X03A11<br />

RESIDENCE SUN VALLEY (PLAGNE SOLEIL)<br />

<strong>The</strong>se apartments opened for the winter 2008/9 ski season. Newly built,<br />

they offer high quality accommodation and good facilities in an<br />

enviable position directly on the piste.<br />

FACILITIES†: Bar •Restaurant •Free<br />

use of pool, sauna & hot tub •Free<br />

use of fitness room (facilities are<br />

located in the neighbouring Hotel<br />

Vancouver)<br />

ACCOMMODATION: Microwave,<br />

dishwasher, four cooking rings, flat<br />

screen TV, balcony, bathroom with<br />

bath, shower and wc. Bed linen and<br />

towels included. End of stay<br />

cleaning not included, can be<br />

requested & paid for locally.<br />

APARTMENTS (2-4 PEOPLE): One<br />

double or twin bedroom and a<br />

double or twin sofa bed in lounge<br />

area.<br />

APARTMENTS (2-6 PEOPLE): Two<br />

double or twin bedrooms and a<br />

double or twin sofa bed in lounge<br />

area.<br />

APARTMENTS (2-8 PEOPLE): Three<br />

double or twin bedrooms and a<br />

double or twin sofa bed in lounge<br />

area.<br />

DEPOSIT: Approx €260 per<br />

apartment, payable on arrival.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Self Catering. Bed &<br />

Breakfast or Half Board options<br />

available at a supplement. Meals to<br />

be taken at the neighbouring Hotel<br />

Vancouver.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★★<br />

Please note: Please see page 374 for<br />

important information about<br />

apartments.<br />

PROPERTY CODE: XB5A02<br />

BOARD BASIS: Self Catering.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★<br />

Please note: Extra services available -<br />

Please see page 374 for details and<br />

important information about<br />

apartments.<br />

PROPERTY CODE: XB5A01<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk/laplagne call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

Neilson Rating •••<br />

VALUE<br />

No frills accommodation at a cheaper price<br />

– where it's the skiing that really counts!<br />

Neilson Rating ••••<br />

<strong>SKI</strong> TO YOUR DOOR<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free use of pool, sauna<br />

& hot tub in<br />

neighbouring Hotel<br />

Vancouver<br />

Neilson Rating •••


Basic Holiday Prices in £s per adult from<br />

the amounts shown.<br />

Cassiopee Apartments<br />

LA LICORNE APARTMENTS (BELLE PLAGNE)<br />

19 Dec- 26 Dec- 02 Jan- 23 Jan- 06 Feb- 13 Feb- 20 Feb- 06 Mar- 20 Mar- 27 Mar- 03 Apr- 10 Apr-<br />

Nts 25 Dec 01 Jan 22 Jan 05 Feb 12 Feb 19 Feb 05 Mar 19 Mar 26 Mar 02 Apr 09 Apr 17 Apr<br />

LA PLAGNE – FRANCE<br />

This property is situated at the foot of the slopes in Belle Plagne. Resort<br />

centre, shops and bars are all within 500 metres. <strong>The</strong> ski school meets<br />

250 metres away and the nearest ski lift is 400 metres away. <strong>The</strong> ski bus<br />

stop is 25 metres from the property.<strong>The</strong> rooms are well-maintained and<br />

the friendly, helpful staff ensure a pleasant stay in this popular resort.<br />

FACILITIES†: Reception •Lounge<br />

•TV room<br />

ACCOMMODATION: All apartments<br />

have kitchenette with cooking rings,<br />

fridge, oven, dishwasher and coffee<br />

maker, bath and wc. Bed linen<br />

included. Towels available to hire<br />

locally.<br />

STUDIOS (2-4 PEOPLE): Approx.<br />

22m 2 . Double pull-out bed in the<br />

living area and bunks in a cabine.<br />

APARTMENTS (2-5 PEOPLE):<br />

Approx. 27m 2 . Double bedroom<br />

and a double sofa bed and single<br />

pullout bed in the living area.<br />

DEPOSIT: Approx €300 per<br />

studio/apartment, payable on<br />

arrival.<br />

RESIDENCE ASPEN (PLAGNE VILLAGES)<br />

BOARD BASIS: Self Catering.<br />

Please note: Extra services available -<br />

Please see page 374 for details and<br />

important information about<br />

apartments.<br />

PROPERTY CODE: X03A17<br />

Situated just outside the centre of Plagne Villages, these apartments are<br />

ideal for those wanting well appointed accommodation within easy<br />

walking distance of the slopes and local shops, bars and restaurants.<br />

FACILITIES†: Free use of indoor pool<br />

•Sauna & steam room •Wifi •Bakery<br />

delivery service •Laundry room<br />

•Lounge with open fireplace & free<br />

tea & coffee (during reception<br />

hours)<br />

ACCOMMODATION: All apartments<br />

have a fully equipped kitchenette<br />

with microwave, grill and<br />

dishwasher. <strong>The</strong> comfortable and<br />

spacious living area has a fireplace,<br />

satellite TV and a terrace or balcony.<br />

All have a bathroom with bath,<br />

shower and wc. Bed linen, towels<br />

and end of stay cleaning (except<br />

kitchenette) included.<br />

APARTMENTS (2-4 PEOPLE):<br />

Approx 37m 2 . Twin bedroom and a<br />

sofa bed and pull out bed in the<br />

lounge.<br />

APARTMENTS (2-6 PEOPLE):<br />

Approx 45m 2 . As above but with an<br />

alcove with bunk beds. Prices on<br />

reservations system.<br />

APARTMENTS (2-7 PEOPLE):<br />

Approx 58m 2 . Two twin bedrooms,<br />

two single sofa beds and a pull out<br />

bed in the lounge, extra shower<br />

room. Prices on reservations system.<br />

DEPOSIT: Approx €300 per<br />

apartment, payable on arrival.<br />

Please note: Please see page 374 for<br />

important information about<br />

apartments.<br />

PROPERTY CODE: XD1A00<br />

Neilson Rating •••<br />

VALUE<br />

No frills accommodation at a cheaper price<br />

– where it's the skiing that really counts!<br />

Neilson Rating ••••<br />

INDOOR POOL<br />

Supplements in £s per person per night from:<br />

(Unless otherwise stated)<br />

Studio 2/3: 2share£7<br />

Studio 2/4: 3 share £4, 2 share £12<br />

X03A11 Self Catering Studio 2/3 7 475 639 339 359 409 719 435 375 369 419 519 459<br />

10%<br />

Studio 2/4 7 465 629 329 349 399 709 425 365 359 409 509 449<br />

Residence Sun Valley<br />

XB5A02 Self Catering Apt 2/4 7 585 739 349 425 479 809 529 449 399 429 579 499<br />

Apt 2/4: Breakfast £11, Half Board £30, 3 share £7,<br />

2 share £21<br />

10%<br />

Apt 2/6 7 575 729 339 415 469 799 519 439 389 419 569 489<br />

Apt 2/6: Breakfast £11, Half Board £30, 5 share £4,<br />

4 share £10, 3 share £19, 2 share £38<br />

Apt 2/8 7 565 719 329 405 459 789 509 429 379 409 559 479<br />

Apt 2/8: Breakfast £11, Half Board £30, 7 share £3,<br />

6 share £7, 5 share £13, 4 share £21, 3 share £35, 2 share £63<br />

Le Mont Soleil Apartments<br />

XB5A01 Self Catering Apt 2/5 7 475 645 329 359 409 725 435 375 369 419 519 459<br />

Apt 2/5: 4 share £3, 3 share £9, 2 share £20<br />

10%<br />

Apt 2/7 7 455 625 309 339 389 705 415 355 349 399 499 439<br />

Apt 2/7: 6 share £2, 5 share £5, 4 share £9, 3 share £16,<br />

2 share £30<br />

La Licorne Apartments<br />

X03A17 Self Catering Studio 2/4 7 439 599 305 335 379 679 405 349 345 389 485 429<br />

Studio 2/4: 3 share £4, 2 share £13<br />

10%<br />

Apt 2/5 7 435 595 299 329 375 675 399 345 339 385 479 425<br />

Apt 2/5: 4 share £3, 3 share £8, 2 share £18<br />

Residence Aspen<br />

XD1A00 Self Catering Apt 2/4 7 649 875 425 449 569 945 629 479 469 599 629 539<br />

Apt 2/4: 3 share £9, 2 share £28<br />

10%<br />

Prices are a guide only & will be confirmed on enquiry. Adult prices in £ sterling start from the amounts shown & apply to selected flight departures between each date range based on current charges & costs. Prices may go up or down & supplements (e.g. flight &/or fuel), or reductions may apply. Supplements ‘from’ are based on low season dates. For full details on how to price your holiday, charges,<br />

supplements & surcharges see ‘Your Holiday Price’ page 368. For important Holiday Information & Booking Conditions see pages 368 - 385. †Some facilities may incur a local charge. LOW 12-18Dec,02-29Jan,13-26Mar.MID 19-25Dec,30Jan-12Feb,20Feb-12Mar,27Mar-17Apr.HIGH 26 Dec - 01 Jan, 13 - 19 Feb. NS301a<br />

LIFT PASS (6 DAYS) LOCAL AREA *SPECIAL <strong>SKI</strong>ER’S PACK (6 DAYS)<br />

<strong>SNOWBOARD</strong>ER’S PACK (6 DAYS)<br />

<strong>SKI</strong>/BOARD EQUIPMENT (6 DAYS) ADULT CHILD* <strong>SKI</strong>/BOARD TUITION LS HS<br />

Adult (13-64yrs) ......................... £169 £199 £179<br />

Child (5-12yrs) ............................ £129 £155 £139<br />

Senior (65-74yrs) ........................ £135 £155 £139<br />

Family * ..................................... - £629 -<br />

LocalliftpasscoversLaPlagneskiarea.Arealiftpasscovers<br />

Paradiski (La Plagne, Les Arcs & Peisey Vallandry) plus one day<br />

in Espace Killy or 3 Valleys. Special lift pass covers La Plagne<br />

and one day in the Paradiski area. Free lift pass for children<br />

0-5yrs. * Family lift pass for 2 adults & 2 children aged 6-13yrs,<br />

proof of family relationship will also be required - 1 adult &<br />

children must have the same name. Includes handsfree keycard.<br />

Adult - Complete Beginner †† ..................................... £345<br />

Adult - Intermediate .................................................... £355<br />

Child - Complete Beginner †† ..................................... £289<br />

Child - Intermediate .................................................... £299<br />

Ski Pack Ages: Adult = 13yrs+, Child = 3-12yrs.<br />

Includes: 6 days x 2hrs30m tuition, 6 days local lift pass & 6<br />

days standard ski & boot hire. Includes handsfree keycard.<br />

Adult - Complete Beginner †† ..................................... £375<br />

Adult - Intermediate .................................................... £385<br />

Snowboard Pack Ages: Adult = 13yrs+. Includes: 6 days x<br />

2hrs30m tuition, 6 days local lift pass & 6 days standard<br />

snowboard & boot hire. Includes handsfree keycard.<br />

LA PLAGNE <strong>SKI</strong> PACK<br />

See page 297 for Belle Plagne properties<br />

Skis & boots beginner ................................. £59 £45<br />

Skis & boots intermediate ........................... £85 -<br />

Skis & boots superior .................................. £99 -<br />

Skis only beginner ...................................... £45 £35<br />

Skis only intermediate ................................ £59 -<br />

Skis only superior ....................................... £75 -<br />

Snowboard & boots .................................... £79 £79<br />

Snowboard only ......................................... £65 £65<br />

Helmet** .................................................... - Included<br />

*Child skis & boots = 3-12yrs, *Child board & boots = 8-12yrs.<br />

**All child equipment hire includes a helmet.<br />

Adult ski school (6x2hrs30m) ..................... £139 £155<br />

Child ski school (6x2hrs30m) ..................... £139 £155<br />

Snowboard school (6x2hrs30m) ................ £149 £155<br />

Child ski school = 3-12yrs. Snowboard school = 13yrs+.<br />

LS=9-30Jan&27Feb-13Mar.HS=Allotherdates.<br />

IMPORTANT: †† Complete beginner = Ability Level 0, Intermediate = Ability Level 1-4. Ability levels must be stated at the time of booking - see page 13 for details. Special Offers may be withdrawn at any time. Prices are in £s and are approximate - please see reservation system, our website or call us for more details.<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk/laplagne call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free use of indoor pool<br />

One free sauna/steam<br />

room access per<br />

apartment per week<br />

Child %<br />

discount<br />

301


302<br />

FRANCE – LES ARCS 1800, 1950 & 2000<br />

“A great choice for<br />

all tastes & pockets<br />

and each with<br />

convenient access to<br />

the slopes”<br />

Fair Excellent<br />

BEGINNERS<br />

INTERMEDIATES<br />

ADVANCED<br />

OFF-PISTE<br />

NON <strong>SKI</strong>ERS<br />

FAMILIES<br />

NIGHTLIFE<br />

MOUNTAIN<br />

Skiing Altitude 1200m–3226m<br />

Resort Altitude 1800m, 1950<br />

and 2000m<br />

Pistes Area - 425km<br />

Number of Runs 117<br />

9% 44% 32% 15%<br />

Number of lifts 94<br />

Drags 21 / Chairs 64 / Gondolas 15<br />

Cable Cars 3<br />

Longest Run 7km<br />

Direction of Slopes N<br />

Glacier yes<br />

Terrain Parks yes<br />

Cross Country Trails 30km<br />

Night Skiing yes<br />

Mountain Restaurants 37<br />

Snowmaking 17% runs covered<br />

Resort Ski Bus yes<br />

Linked Resorts La Plagne<br />

FAMILY<br />

Babycare 3mths+<br />

Crèche 1yr+<br />

Ski Kindergarten 3yrs+<br />

See page 373 or<br />

neilson.co.uk/childcare for more info.<br />

TRAVEL<br />

Departure Airports Gatwick,<br />

Birmingham, Manchester & Glasgow*<br />

Destination Airport Grenoble<br />

Season 19 Dec-10 Apr<br />

Departure Day Saturday<br />

Flight Guide see page 384<br />

Transfer Time 3hrs<br />

Private taxi transfers available -<br />

please call us for details<br />

Self Drive See page 368<br />

*Glasgow - departures on 26 Dec &<br />

3 Apr only<br />

EUROSTAR SERVICE<br />

Eurostar service available to this resort -<br />

see page 368<br />

GLACIER • <strong>SKI</strong> LEADING • SELF DRIVE • EUROSTAR RESORT<br />

A snow sure and highly varied<br />

landscape with three resorts to<br />

choose from, Les Arcs ski area can be<br />

compared to the Three Valleys in size<br />

but not in cost. <strong>The</strong> Vanoise Express<br />

double decker cable car links Les Arcs<br />

with La Plagne to form the massive<br />

Paradiski Area, which although not<br />

quite the size of the Three Valleys, is<br />

certainly as diverse. Our chosen<br />

accommodation is in 3 of the 4 Arcs<br />

resorts, offering a great choice for all<br />

tastes and pockets and each with<br />

convenient access to the slopes. All<br />

are well linked by a network of lifts<br />

Le Planay<br />

VILLAROGER<br />

1200m<br />

Le Pré<br />

Seez<br />

Dome de la Sache<br />

Aiguille Rouge 3226m<br />

Glacier du Varet<br />

ARC 1950<br />

ARC 2000<br />

BOURG ST<br />

MAURICE<br />

Mont Pourri<br />

Les Deux Têtes 2260m<br />

2<br />

Les Granges<br />

and ski buses making this area easy to<br />

get around. Experts will enjoy the<br />

sheer ski miles offered or use the<br />

reputable mountain guide service to<br />

explore some of the wonderful off<br />

piste opportunities available here.<br />

Intermediates have miles of piste to<br />

push their skills to new heights whilst<br />

beginners will enjoy the high<br />

standard of teaching available on the<br />

numerous nursery and green slopes.<br />

ARC 1600<br />

Grande Motte<br />

Aiguille Grive 2732m<br />

ARC 1800<br />

Grande Casse<br />

VALLANDRY<br />

1600m<br />

Bellecôte 3417m<br />

Glacier de la Chiaupe<br />

Glacier de Bellecôte<br />

Porte du Parc<br />

National de la Vanoise<br />

Le Villaret<br />

PLAN PEISEY<br />

1600m<br />

MONTCHAVIN<br />

1250m<br />

LES COCHES<br />

1450m<br />

Roche de Mio 2715m<br />

Tunnel<br />

L’arpette 2385m<br />

Le Grand Bec Glacier de la Vanoise<br />

BELLE PLAGNE<br />

2050m<br />

Les Verdons<br />

Grande Rochette 2505m 2500m<br />

Col de Forcle 2270m<br />

PLAGNE VILLAGES<br />

2050m<br />

PLAGNE CENTRE<br />

PLAGNE BELLECÖTE<br />

1970m<br />

1930m PLAGNE SOLEIL<br />

2050m<br />

PLAGNE 1800<br />

La Roche<br />

AIME<br />

LIFT PASS & TUITION<br />

PRICE PROMISE<br />

See page 371<br />

ACTIVITIES<br />

GET YOUR SKATES ON!<br />

• Cinema<br />

Les Arcs 1800 boasts an<br />

• Torchlit Descents<br />

outdoor ice rink - free to lift<br />

• Snowshoeing<br />

pass holders.<br />

• Ice Grotto<br />

TORCHLIGHT DESCENT<br />

DO YOU SNOWMOBILE?<br />

A thoroughly exciting way to<br />

Once the slopes are empty & closed end your day on the slopes or<br />

for the evening, explore the mountain quite a sight if you’d rather just<br />

with a guide on an energising<br />

snowmobile ride. <strong>Travel</strong> as a driver or<br />

passenger and speed your way around<br />

the slopes.<br />

spectate.<br />

Becoin<br />

2594m<br />

AIME LE<br />

CENTRE<br />

2100m<br />

MONTALBERT<br />

1350m<br />

Mont Jovet 2560m<br />

CHAMPA<br />

EN VANO<br />

1250m


NEILSON CHALET DE L'OURS I (ARC 2000)<br />

This cosy apart-chalet is situated just 100m from the slopes and the<br />

nearest lift which takes you into the fantastic Paradiski area. A lift 50m<br />

from the residence takes you up to the centre of Arc 2000, where all the<br />

resorts amenities and ski school are based. <strong>The</strong> chalet itself is a blend of<br />

Savoyarde style furnishings, and modern design, making it particularly<br />

comfortable when you return from a day on the mountain in front of<br />

either the open log fire or the flat screen TV, or even in the chalet’s own<br />

private sauna.<br />

ACCOMMODATION:<br />

GROUND FLOOR: Open plan<br />

lounge/dining area with fireplace<br />

and satellite television. Sauna<br />

suitable for up to 5 people. Two<br />

double bedrooms each with bath,<br />

shower and wc; one also has a<br />

balcony. One twin bedroom with<br />

balcony and bathroom with bath,<br />

shower and wc.<br />

FIRST FLOOR: Two twin bedrooms<br />

with bath, shower, wc and balcony.<br />

One twin bedded room with<br />

shower, wc, and balcony; one twin<br />

room with separate bathroom with<br />

bath, shower, wc & balcony.<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk/lesarcs call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

LES ARCS – FRANCE<br />

BOARD BASIS: Chalet Board. Daily<br />

buffet breakfast, afternoon tea and a<br />

three-course evening meal on six<br />

nights served with wine and after<br />

dinner coffee.<br />

Please note: Chalet staff live out.<br />

Children are welcome when part of<br />

a group booking the whole chalet.<br />

Generous discounts or free places<br />

may apply when sharing a room<br />

with 2 adults.<br />

PROPERTY CODE: XC5C00<br />

NEILSON CHALET DE L'OURS II (ARC 2000)<br />

Sharing the same building as the Chalet De L’Ours I, De L’Ours II enjoys<br />

views looking out over the village of Arc 1950 below from its spacious<br />

balcony. Located 100m from the slopes and just 50m from the elevator<br />

taking you up to Arc 2000’s resort centre, Chalet De L’Ours II is a great<br />

option for a group who want the cosy feel of a chalet but also<br />

appreciate facilities more normally found in a hotel. A great property,<br />

ideally placed for access to the awesome Paradiski ski area and one<br />

certainly not to be missed.<br />

ACCOMMODATION: Open plan<br />

lounge/dining area with<br />

comfortable seating and dining area<br />

offering a relaxed and informal<br />

atmosphere, fireplace and satellite<br />

television. Designed all on one level<br />

the chalet offers a private sauna for<br />

up to 5 people, three double<br />

bedrooms with ensuite bath or<br />

shower and wc, and five twin<br />

bedrooms all with ensuite bath or<br />

shower and wc.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Chalet Board. Daily<br />

buffet breakfast, afternoon tea and a<br />

three-course evening meal on six<br />

nights served with wine and after<br />

dinner coffee.<br />

Please note: Chalet staff live out.<br />

Children are welcome when part of<br />

a group booking the whole chalet.<br />

Generous discounts or free places<br />

may apply when sharing a room<br />

with 2 adults.<br />

PROPERTY CODE: XC5C01<br />

Neilson Rating ••••<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Sleeps 14<br />

7 bedrooms<br />

Log fire<br />

Free use of shared<br />

indoor pool<br />

Private sauna<br />

Free afternoon tea<br />

Free wine served with<br />

dinner<br />

Unique and charming catered chalets<br />

located in the best resorts<br />

Neilson Rating ••••<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Sleeps 16<br />

8 bedrooms<br />

Log fire<br />

All bedrooms ensuite<br />

Free use of shared<br />

indoor pool<br />

Private sauna<br />

Free afternoon tea<br />

Free wine served with<br />

dinner<br />

Unique and charming catered chalets<br />

located in the best resorts<br />

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304<br />

FRANCE – LES ARCS<br />

INTRAWEST RESORTS & RESIDENCES (ARC 1950)<br />

<strong>The</strong>se luxurious apartments are situated in Arc 1950, a pretty village set<br />

on the pistes centred around a village square containing bars,<br />

restaurants and shops. Further amenities at Arc 2000 can be accessed<br />

via the Cabriolet pedestrian lift. <strong>The</strong>re is also a great atmosphere<br />

created by the programme of evening events for children and adults<br />

taking place in the village square.<br />

FACILITIES†: 24hr reception • Free<br />

use of indoor and outdoor heated<br />

pools, outdoor hot tub, sauna,<br />

steam room & fitness room<br />

•Internet access •Laundry •Grocery<br />

and bakery service<br />

FOR FAMILIES: Games room •Baby<br />

sitting service •Children's club-3yrs<br />

+ (only available during French<br />

school holidays)<br />

ACCOMMODATION: Fully<br />

equipped kitchenette with<br />

micro/grill oven and dishwasher, full<br />

bathroom, separate wc, balcony,<br />

cable TV, hairdryer and safe. Bed<br />

linen, dressing gowns and towels<br />

included (beds made on arrival).<br />

Midweek clean and linen change. All<br />

superior apartments take an extra<br />

bed suitable for a child only.<br />

APARTMENTS (2-4 PEOPLE): 33-<br />

41m 2 . Twin or double bedroom,<br />

double sofa bed in the lounge.<br />

SUPERIOR APARTMENTS (2-4<br />

PEOPLE): 42-56m 2 . As above but<br />

GRAND HOTEL PARADISO (ARC 1800)<br />

This comfortable hotel lies in the peaceful Charmottoger area, 50m<br />

from the foot of the slopes & lifts, 300m from the resort centre and ski<br />

school. It offers spacious rooms enjoying magnificent views across the<br />

valley.<br />

FACILITIES†: Bar •Large lounge area<br />

•Pool tables •Panoramic dining<br />

room •Wifi •Free use of sauna<br />

ROOMS (2-4 PEOPLE): Twin, triple<br />

& four bedded rooms with full<br />

bathroom, satellite TV, mini-fridge &<br />

balcony.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board. Buffet<br />

breakfast and three-course evening<br />

meal. Christmas meal & New Year<br />

Gala buffet included. Full Board<br />

available at a supplement.<br />

larger and at a supplement.<br />

APARTMENTS (2-6 PEOPLE): 48-<br />

54m 2 . Two twin or double<br />

bedrooms, double sofa bed in the<br />

lounge, extra bath or shower room<br />

& wc.<br />

SUPERIOR APARTMENTS: (2-6<br />

PEOPLE): 55-70m 2 . As above but<br />

larger and at a supplement.<br />

SUPERIOR APARTMENTS (2-8<br />

PEOPLE): 70-86m 2 . Three twin or<br />

double bedrooms, double or two<br />

single sofa beds in the lounge &<br />

extra wc. Prices on reservations<br />

system.<br />

DEPOSIT: Approx €500 per<br />

apartment, payable on arrival.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Self Catering.<br />

Please note: Please see page 374 for<br />

important information about<br />

apartments<br />

PROPERTY CODE: XC4A00/AS0<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★<br />

PROPERTY CODE: X04H03<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk/lesarcs call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

Neilson Rating ••••<br />

<strong>SKI</strong> IN <strong>SKI</strong> OUT<br />

INDOOR POOL<br />

CENTRAL LOCATION<br />

OUTDOOR POOL<br />

WELLNESS AREA<br />

GOOD FOR FAMILIES<br />

CHILDREN’S CLUB<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free use of indoor and<br />

outdoor heated pools,<br />

outdoor hot tub, sauna,<br />

steam room & fitness<br />

room<br />

Neilson Rating •••+<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free use of sauna<br />

Special discount 2-5yrs:<br />

£250 HS; £150 LS


Basic Holiday Prices in £s per adult from<br />

the amounts shown.<br />

Chalet De L’Ours I<br />

HOTEL AIGUILLE ROUGE (ARC 2000)<br />

A large and modern hotel, ideal for families, located at the highest<br />

point of Arc 2000 with spectacular views. <strong>The</strong>re are all day children’s<br />

clubs plus daily entertainment to keep the whole family busy. <strong>The</strong> lower<br />

part of Arc 2000 is accessed by an elevator 50m from the hotel.<br />

FACILITIES†: Restaurant •Lounge<br />

bar •South facing terrace •Wifi<br />

FOR FAMILIES: Après-ski<br />

entertainment •Baby kits (highchair,<br />

cot, bottle warmer) – request at<br />

time of booking •Games &<br />

children’s books to borrow •Hotel<br />

operated children’s clubs<br />

HOTEL OPERATED KIDS’ CLUBS<br />

<strong>The</strong> clubs have some English<br />

speaking staff and are open all day<br />

from 09.00 to 17.30.<br />

•FREE Club Renardeaux (3-5 years).<br />

Lunch supplied (with appropriate<br />

board option) or payable locally.<br />

Afternoon tea included.<br />

•FREE Club Robinsons (6-10 years) –<br />

during French school holidays (19<br />

Dec-2 Jan, 6 Feb-6 Mar, 3 Apr-10<br />

Apr)<br />

•Evening care available for 3 months<br />

to 5 year olds to allow parents to<br />

19 Dec- 26 Dec- 02 Jan- 23 Jan- 06 Feb- 13 Feb- 20 Feb- 06 Mar- 20 Mar- 27 Mar- 03 Apr- 10 Apr-<br />

Nts 25 Dec 01 Jan 22 Jan 05 Feb 12 Feb 19 Feb 05 Mar 19 Mar 26 Mar 02 Apr 09 Apr 17 Apr<br />

LES ARCS – FRANCE<br />

enjoy a leisurely meal in the<br />

restaurant (except Saturday).<br />

•Activity programmes (11-13 & 14-<br />

17 year olds) on some evenings in<br />

French school holidays.<br />

ROOMS (2-3 PEOPLE): Double or<br />

twin bedded rooms, some with<br />

extra sofa bed (suitable for a child<br />

only), with TV, balcony and full<br />

bathroom and wc.<br />

FAMILY ROOMS (4 PEOPLE):<br />

Interconnecting twin or double<br />

rooms for four people.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board.<br />

Extended continental buffet<br />

breakfast & buffet evening meal<br />

served with free wine. Full Board at<br />

a supplement. Christmas & New<br />

Year meals included.<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 215<br />

PROPERTY CODE: XC5H00<br />

Neilson Rating •••<br />

<strong>SKI</strong> IN <strong>SKI</strong> OUT<br />

CENTRAL LOCATION<br />

GOOD FOR FAMILIES<br />

FAMILY ROOMS<br />

CHILDREN’S CLUB<br />

Supplements in £s per person per night from:<br />

(Unless otherwise stated)<br />

XC5C00 Chalet Board Chalet 7 879 1049 539 605 649 1099 709 615 579 745 905 765<br />

Chalet: Sole use of twin £33<br />

25%<br />

Chalet De L’Ours II<br />

XC5C01 Chalet Board Chalet 7 899 1075 549 619 665 1125 725 629 589 759 925 779<br />

Chalet: Sole use of twin £33<br />

25%<br />

Intrawest Resorts & Residences<br />

XC4A00 Self Catering Apt 2/4 7 625 839 405 429 469 909 549 459 449 575 729 519<br />

Apt 2/4: 3 share £9, 2 share £26<br />

10%<br />

Superior Apt 2/4: 3 share £10, 2 share £30<br />

Superior Apt 2/4 7 645 859 425 449 489 929 569 479 469 595 749 539<br />

Apt 2/6: 5 share £5, 4 share £11, 3 share £23, 2 share £46<br />

Apt 2/6 7 605 819 385 409 449 889 529 439 429 555 709 499<br />

Superior Apt 2/6: 5 share £5, 4 share £13, 3 share £25,<br />

Superior Apt 2/6 7 625 839 405 429 469 909 549 459 449 575 729 519 2 share £50<br />

Grand Hotel Paradiso<br />

X04H03 Half Board Room 2/4 7 905 1549 959 969 1085 1299 1075 975 969 1039 1069 1139<br />

Room 2/4: Full Board £24, Sole use of twin £36, 3rd & 4th<br />

Adult redn. £33<br />

25%<br />

Hotel Aiguille Rouge<br />

XC5H00 Half Board Room 2/4 7 775 999 569 629 769 1149 869 639 599 669 799 745<br />

Room 2/4: Full Board £12, Sole use of twin £18, 3rd & 4th<br />

Adult redn. £10<br />

25%<br />

Prices are a guide only & will be confirmed on enquiry. Adult prices in £ sterling start from the amounts shown & apply to selected flight departures between each date range based on current charges & costs. Prices may go up or down & supplements (e.g. flight &/or fuel), or reductions may apply. Supplements ‘from’ are based on low season dates. For full details on how to price your holiday, charges,<br />

supplements & surcharges see ‘Your Holiday Price’ page 368. For important Holiday Information & Booking Conditions see pages 368 - 385. †Some facilities may incur a local charge. LOW 12-18Dec,02-29Jan,13-26Mar.MID 19-25Dec,30Jan-12Feb,20Feb-12Mar,27Mar-17Apr.HIGH 26 Dec - 01 Jan, 13 - 19 Feb. NS305a<br />

LIFT PASS (6 DAYS) LOCAL AREA *SPECIAL <strong>SKI</strong>ER’S PACK (6 DAYS)<br />

<strong>SNOWBOARD</strong>ER’S PACK (6 DAYS)<br />

<strong>SKI</strong>/BOARD EQUIPMENT (6 DAYS) ADULT CHILD* <strong>SKI</strong>/BOARD TUITION<br />

Adult (14-64yrs) ......................... £169 £199 £179<br />

Child (6-13yrs) ............................ £129 £155 £139<br />

Senior (65-71yrs) ........................ £135 £155 £139<br />

Family * ..................................... - £629 -<br />

Local lift pass covers Les Arcs ski area. Area lift pass covers<br />

Paradiski (Les Arcs, La Plagne & Peisey Vallandry) plus one day<br />

in Espace Killy or 3 Valleys. Special lift pass covers Les Arcs and<br />

one day in the Paradiski area. Free lift pass for children 0-5yrs. *<br />

Family lift pass for 2 adults & 2 children aged 6-13yrs, proof of<br />

family relationship will also be required - 1 adult & children<br />

must have the same name. Includes handsfree keycard.<br />

Adult - Complete Beginner †† ..................................... £305<br />

Adult - Intermediate .................................................... £315<br />

Child - Complete Beginner †† ..................................... £249<br />

Child - Intermediate .................................................... £259<br />

Ski Pack Ages: Adult = 14yrs+, Child = 6-13yrs. Includes: 6<br />

days x 2hrs30m tuition, 6 days local lift pass & 6 days<br />

standard ski & boot hire. Includes handsfree keycard.<br />

Adult - Complete Beginner †† ..................................... £335<br />

Adult - Intermediate .................................................... £345<br />

Snowboard Pack Ages: Adult = 14yrs+. Includes: 6 days x<br />

2hrs30m tuition, 6 days local lift pass & 6 days standard<br />

snowboard & boot hire. Includes handsfree keycard.<br />

LES ARCS 2000 <strong>SKI</strong> PACK<br />

Arcs 1800 see page 308.<br />

Arcs 1950 see reservations system<br />

Skis & boots beginner ................................. £59 £55<br />

Skis & boots intermediate ........................... £85 -<br />

Skis & boots superior .................................. £105 -<br />

Skis only beginner ...................................... £49 £39<br />

Skis only intermediate ................................ £59 -<br />

Skis only superior ....................................... £79 -<br />

Snowboard & boots .................................... £85 £85<br />

Snowboard only ......................................... £69 £69<br />

Helmet** ..................................................... - Included<br />

*Child skis & boots = 3-11yrs, *Child board & boots = 8-11yrs.<br />

**All child equipment hire includes a helmet.<br />

Adult ski school (6x2hrs30m) ..................................... £119<br />

Child ski school (6x2hrs30m) ...................................... £119<br />

Snowboard school (6x2hrs30m) ................................. £124<br />

Infant ski school (6x2hrs15m) .................................... £117<br />

Infant ski school = 3-4yrs, Child ski school = 5-12yrs.<br />

Snowboard school = 13yrs+.<br />

IMPORTANT: †† Complete beginner = Ability Level 0, Intermediate = Ability Level 1-4. Ability levels must be stated at the time of booking - see page 13 for details. Special Offers may be withdrawn at any time. Prices are in £s and are approximate - please see reservation system, our website or call us for more details.<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk/lesarcs call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free children's club's<br />

Special discount 2-5yrs:<br />

£150 HS; £50 LS<br />

Child %<br />

discount<br />

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FRANCE – LES ARCS<br />

RESIDENCE ALPAGES DE CHANTEL (ARC 1800)<br />

This is ideal piste-side accommodation with superb facilities. <strong>The</strong> resort<br />

centre of Arc 1800 is 800m away; a convenient shuttle bus service runs<br />

regularly up to 23:30 to the village centre. If you wish to stay a bit<br />

closer to home, there is also a bar nearby.<br />

FACILITIES†: Launderette •Free Wifi<br />

•Free use of indoor pool, sauna,<br />

fitness room & steam room<br />

•Massage & treatments available<br />

•Bakery order service from reception<br />

ACCOMMODATION: Fully<br />

equipped kitchenette, full<br />

bathroom, TV in living area and<br />

balcony. Bed linen, towels and end<br />

of stay cleaning (except kitchen and<br />

washing up) included.<br />

APARTMENTS (2-4 PEOPLE): Twin<br />

or double bedroom, two sofa beds<br />

in the lounge. Available on request<br />

APARTMENTS (2-6 PEOPLE): Two<br />

twin or double bedrooms and two<br />

single sofa beds in the lounge.<br />

BELMONT APARTMENTS (ARC 1800)<br />

APARTMENTS (2-6 PEOPLE): Two<br />

twin or double bedrooms, one<br />

upstairs, one downstairs and two<br />

single sofa beds in the lounge.<br />

APARTMENTS (2-8 PEOPLE): Two<br />

twin bedrooms, additional twin or<br />

bunk room, two sofa beds in the<br />

lounge and an extra shower room.<br />

Prices on reservations system.<br />

DEPOSIT: Approx €300 per<br />

apartment, payable on arrival.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Self Catering.<br />

Please note: Extra services available -<br />

please see page 374 for details and<br />

important information about<br />

apartments.<br />

PROPERTY CODE: X04A15<br />

A stylish and recently refurbished residence situated 500m from the<br />

resorts restaurants & bars, 300m from the lifts & the ‘Les Villards’<br />

shopping centre.<br />

FACILITIES†: Launderette •Lounge<br />

with fireplace •Wifi •Bakery delivery<br />

service •Games room<br />

FOR FAMILIES: Children’s corner<br />

(unsupervised)<br />

ACCOMMODATION: Kitchenette<br />

with four ring hob, microwave-grill<br />

oven, dishwasher, bathroom with<br />

bath/shower and wc & flatscreen TV<br />

in living area. Bed linen, towels,<br />

cleaning pack, end of stay cleaning<br />

(except kitchen & washing up)<br />

included.<br />

STUDIOS (2-4 PEOPLE): Approx.<br />

23-25m 2 . Double sofa bed in the<br />

living area and cabine with bunks.<br />

APARTMENTS (2-5 PEOPLE):<br />

Approx. 35-38m 2 . Double sofa bed<br />

in the lounge plus a twin bedroom<br />

with an extra pull-out bed. South<br />

facing rooms also available.<br />

APARTMENTS (2-6 PEOPLE):<br />

Approx. 55m 2 . Single sofa bed and<br />

pull-out bed plus one double and<br />

one twin bedroom.<br />

DEPOSIT: Approx €200 per<br />

studio/apartment, payable on<br />

arrival.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Self Catering.<br />

Please note: Extra services available -<br />

please see page 374 for details and<br />

important information about<br />

apartments.<br />

PROPERTY CODE: X04A16<br />

THURIA RUITOR APARTMENTS (ARC 1800)<br />

Situated in the north of the village, these apartments offer good<br />

facilities. Just 500m to the ski lift and resort centre.<br />

FACILITIES†: Laundry service •Sauna<br />

ACCOMMODATION: Kitchenette<br />

has microwave-grill oven &<br />

dishwasher, living room with balcony<br />

& TV. Bed linen, towels, cleaning<br />

pack, end of stay cleaning (except<br />

kitchen & washing up) included.<br />

STUDIO (2-4 PEOPLE): Approx.<br />

25m 2 . Two single beds in cabine &<br />

two single sofa beds in the lounge<br />

APARTMENTS (2-5 PEOPLE)<br />

Approx. 30m 2 . Twin bedroom, two<br />

single sofa beds & extra single<br />

murphy bed in the lounge.<br />

APARTMENTS (2-6 PEOPLE):<br />

Approx. 36m 2 .Twin or double<br />

bedroom, cabine with bunks & two<br />

single sofa beds in the lounge.<br />

Additional shower room. Prices on<br />

reservation system.<br />

APARTMENTS (2-7 PEOPLE):<br />

Approx. 36m 2 . Twin bedroom,<br />

cabine with bunks & two single sofa<br />

beds & pull out bed in the lounge.<br />

Additional shower room.<br />

DEPOSIT: Approx €200 per<br />

studio/apartment, payable on<br />

arrival.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Self Catering.<br />

Please note: Extra services available -<br />

please see page 374 for details and<br />

important information about<br />

apartments.<br />

PROPERTY CODE: X04A09<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk/lesarcs call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

Neilson Rating ••••<br />

<strong>SKI</strong> IN <strong>SKI</strong> OUT<br />

INDOOR POOL<br />

WELLNESS AREA<br />

FREE CHILD PLACES<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free use of indoor pool,<br />

sauna, fitness room and<br />

steam room<br />

Neilson Rating •••+<br />

Neilson Rating ••+<br />

FREE CHILD PLACES<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Sauna<br />

VALUE<br />

No frills accommodation at a cheaper price<br />

– where it's the skiing that really counts!


HOTEL VILLAGE CLUB DU SOLEIL (ARC 1800)<br />

Specifically catering for families with children of all ages, this hotel lies<br />

in the heart of the ‘Charmettoger’ area of Arc 1800, 400m from the<br />

resort centre. Offering good sports and relaxation facilities, and an<br />

extensive family entertainment programme which includes themed<br />

evenings, dancing, cabarets and shows. <strong>The</strong> ski school will collect/drop<br />

off children in group lessons at the hotel, the nearest lift is 50m away.<br />

FACILITIES†: Bar •Sun terrace<br />

•Adult only restaurant •<strong>The</strong>atre<br />

•Sporting facilities & classes: gym,<br />

weights room, aerobics, stretching,<br />

snow-shoeing •Free access to ice<br />

skating in Arc 1800 •Free Wifi<br />

•Laundry facility<br />

FOR FAMILIES: Family restaurant<br />

•Children’s restaurant - for over 6<br />

year olds and kids' clubs •Snow<br />

garden (3-5 year olds) and indoor<br />

games area<br />

VILLAGE SOLEIL KIDS' CLUBS<br />

French & English speaking children<br />

are kept entertained at the hotel run<br />

clubs:<br />

•Club des Calins (3 mths-1yr)<br />

included<br />

•Club des Coquins (2-3yrs) included<br />

•Club des Malins (4-5yrs) included<br />

•Club des Copains (6-10yrs)<br />

included<br />

•Club des Jeunes (11-17yrs) during<br />

French school holidays - included<br />

ROOMS (2 PEOPLE): Twin bedded<br />

attic rooms with shower & wc are<br />

available on request.<br />

HOTEL DU GOLF (ARC 1800)<br />

LES ARCS – FRANCE<br />

ROOMS (3-4 PEOPLE): Family<br />

rooms with double bedroom and<br />

bunk room, shower room and<br />

separate wc. All rooms have satellite<br />

TV. A minimum of 4 people must<br />

occupy these rooms on peak dates.<br />

DEPOSIT: Approx €230 per room,<br />

payable on arrival.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Full Board. Buffet<br />

breakfast, buffet lunch with hot &<br />

cold dishes (or a packed lunch),<br />

buffet three-course evening meal<br />

served with wine. Christmas & New<br />

Year meals included.<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 138<br />

Please note: a charge is payable at<br />

the time of booking for infants.<br />

PROPERTY CODE: X04H05<br />

A large but comfortable hotel situated in the Charvet area, close to the<br />

base of the slopes & the Vagere chair lift with a good choice of bars and<br />

restaurants nearby. In the late season the sun terrace is a superb<br />

attraction.<br />

FACILITIES†: Two restaurants •Piano<br />

bar •‘Petit Zinc’ á la carte restaurant<br />

•Large lounge with open fire •Free<br />

use of indoor pool •Sauna, steam<br />

room, hot tub & fitness room •Sun<br />

terrace •Massage & beauty<br />

treatments available locally<br />

HOTEL DU GOLF KIDS' CLUB<br />

<strong>The</strong> Hotel du Golf offers a FREE kids'<br />

club for 4-11 year olds during<br />

French school holidays.<br />

ROOMS (2-3 PEOPLE): Twin<br />

bedded rooms with full bathroom,<br />

cable TV, minibar, hairdryer and<br />

valley view. Some rooms take an<br />

extra child bed. South facing or<br />

superior rooms, available at a<br />

supplement.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board.<br />

Continental buffet breakfast,<br />

evening meal is a set menu of two<br />

choices with weekly speciality nights<br />

(limited vegetarian menu).<br />

Christmas & New Year meals<br />

included.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 246<br />

PROPERTY CODE: X04H00<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk/lesarcs call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

Neilson Rating •••<br />

<strong>SKI</strong> TO YOUR DOOR<br />

WELLNESS AREA<br />

GOOD FOR FAMILIES<br />

CHILDREN’S CLUB<br />

FAMILY ROOMS<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free 6 days local lift pass<br />

& skis/boots included<br />

(snowboard equipment<br />

subject to availability)<br />

Free wine served with<br />

dinner<br />

Full board<br />

Free ski hosting on<br />

Sunday morning<br />

(excludes beginners)<br />

Free use of sauna &<br />

steam room<br />

Neilson Rating •••+<br />

INDOOR POOL<br />

WELLNESS AREA<br />

GOOD FOR FAMILIES<br />

CHILDREN’S CLUB<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free use of indoor pool<br />

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308<br />

FRANCE – LES ARCS<br />

Basic Holiday Prices in £s per adult from<br />

the amounts shown.<br />

Residence Alpages De Chantel<br />

19 Dec- 26 Dec- 02 Jan- 23 Jan- 06 Feb- 13 Feb- 20 Feb- 06 Mar- 20 Mar- 27 Mar- 03 Apr- 10 Apr-<br />

Nts 25 Dec 01 Jan 22 Jan 05 Feb 12 Feb 19 Feb 05 Mar 19 Mar 26 Mar 02 Apr 09 Apr 17 Apr<br />

Supplements in £s per person per night from:<br />

(Unless otherwise stated)<br />

2 Bedroom 2/6: 5share£4,4share£10,3share£20,<br />

X04A15 Self Catering 2 Bedroom 2/6 7 605 819 385 409 505 889 549 439 429 555 709 499 2 share £40<br />

Mezzanine Apt 2/6: 5 share £4, 4 share £11, 3 share £22,<br />

10%<br />

Mezzanine Apt 2/6 7 615 829 395 419 515 899 559 449 439 565 719 509 2 share £43<br />

Belmont Apartments<br />

X04A16 Self Catering Studio 2/4 7 505 679 345 379 435 765 465 395 389 445 549 489<br />

Studio 2/4: 3 share £6, 2 share £18<br />

10%<br />

Apt 2/5 7 499 675 339 375 429 759 459 389 385 439 545 485<br />

Apt 2/6 7 495 669 335 369 425 755 455 385 379 435 539 479<br />

Apt 2/5: 4 share £4, 3 share £11, 2 share £24<br />

Apt 2/6: 5 share £4, 4 share £9, 3 share £18, 2 share £36<br />

Thuria-Ruitor Apartments<br />

Studio 2/4: 3 share £5, 2 share £15<br />

X04A09 Self Catering Studio 2/4 7 465 629 329 349 399 709 425 365 359 409 509 449<br />

10%<br />

Apt 2/5 7 459 625 325 345 395 705 419 359 355 405 505 445<br />

Apt 2/6 7 455 619 319 339 389 699 415 355 349 399 499 439<br />

Apt 2/5: 4 share £4, 3 share £11, 2 share £24<br />

Apt 2/6: 5 share £3, 4 share £7, 3 share £14, 2 share £29<br />

Apt 2/7 7 449 615 315 335 385 695 409 349 345 395 495 435<br />

Apt 2/7: 6 share £2, 5 share £6, 4 share £11, 3 share £20,<br />

2 share £37<br />

Hotel Village Club Du Soleil<br />

X04H05 Full Board Room 3/4 7 1045 1229 819 899 1065 1389 1099 899 899 949 1055 999<br />

25%<br />

Hotel Du Golf<br />

X04H00 Half Board Room 2 7 895 1299 729 789 749 1199 849 799 719 779 859 789<br />

Room 2: Sole use of twin £56, Superior room £37, South<br />

facing room £12, 3rd Adult redn. £66<br />

35%<br />

Hotel Club Les Melezes<br />

XC5H01 Full Board Room 2/4 7 775 999 605 669 749 1049 789 709 659 709 849 789<br />

Room 2/4: Sole use of twin £60<br />

25%<br />

Prices are a guide only & will be confirmed on enquiry. Adult prices in £ sterling start from the amounts shown & apply to selected flight departures between each date range based on current charges & costs. Prices may go up or down & supplements (e.g. flight &/or fuel), or reductions may apply. Supplements ‘from’ are based on low season dates. For full details on how to price your holiday, charges,<br />

supplements & surcharges see ‘Your Holiday Price’ page 368. For important Holiday Information & Booking Conditions see pages 368 - 385. †Some facilities may incur a local charge. LOW 12-18Dec,02-29Jan,13-26Mar.MID 19-25Dec,30Jan-12Feb,20Feb-12Mar,27Mar-17Apr.HIGH 26 Dec - 01 Jan, 13 - 19 Feb. NS308a<br />

LIFT PASS (6 DAYS) LOCAL AREA SPECIAL<br />

Adult (14-64yrs) ......................... £169 £199 £179<br />

Child (6-13yrs) ............................ £129 £155 £139<br />

Senior (65-71yrs) ........................ £135 £155 £139<br />

Family* ...................................... - £629 -<br />

Local lift pass covers Les Arcs ski area. Area lift pass covers<br />

Paradiski (Les Arcs, La Plagne & Peisey Vallandry) plus one<br />

day in Espace Killy or 3 Valleys. Special lift pass covers Les<br />

Arcs and one day in the Paradiski area. Free lift pass for<br />

children 0-5yrs. * Family lift pass for 2 adults & 2 children<br />

aged 6-13yrs, proof of family relationship will also be<br />

required - 1 adult & children must have the same name.<br />

Includes handsfree keycard.<br />

<strong>SKI</strong>ER’S PACK (6 DAYS)<br />

Adult - Complete Beginner †† ..................................... £299<br />

Adult - Intermediate .................................................... £309<br />

Child - Complete Beginner †† ..................................... £249<br />

Child - Intermediate .................................................... £259<br />

Ski Pack Ages: Adult = 14yrs+, Child = 6-13yrs. Includes: 6<br />

days x 2hrs30m tuition, 6 days local lift pass & 6 days<br />

standard ski & boot hire. Includes handsfree keycard.<br />

HOTEL CLUB LES MELEZES (ARC 2000)<br />

This family-friendly club hotel lies right in the centre of Arcs 2000 with<br />

its shops & restaurants. It offers a good standard of accommodation,<br />

excellent facilities & in-house children’s clubs. It is ideally suited to<br />

families due to its close proximity to the slopes & lifts (both 200m<br />

away), the resort centre & all round entertainment options - you will<br />

certainly enjoy the breathtaking views of Mont Blanc from the sun<br />

terrace!<br />

FACILITIES†: Panoramic restaurants<br />

•Bar with large lounge & stage area<br />

•Video games & billiards •Free use<br />

of sauna, steam room & two indoor<br />

hot tubs •South west facing sun<br />

terrace •Wifi •Massage available<br />

FOR FAMILIES: Après-ski family<br />

entertainment •Highchairs & cots<br />

•Hotel operated children’s clubs<br />

HOTEL OPERATED KIDS’ CLUBS<br />

Children are entertained with a<br />

mixture of inside & outside activities<br />

in multi-lingual groups with French<br />

& English speaking staff.<br />

•FREE non-skiing Mini Club for 4-12<br />

year olds. This club operates Mon-<br />

Fri, for approximately 6 hours a day<br />

(9-12am & 2-5pm), meal times not<br />

included.<br />

• Baby club for ages 18 months to 3<br />

years. 5 half days per week Mon-<br />

Fri, meal times not included. <strong>The</strong>re<br />

is a charge of approximately €91<br />

to be paid to the hotel when in<br />

resort. Space for am or pm<br />

sessions should be requested via<br />

Neilson at the time of booking..<br />

<strong>SNOWBOARD</strong>ER’S PACK (6 DAYS)<br />

Adult - Complete Beginner †† ..................................... £329<br />

Adult - Intermediate .................................................... £339<br />

Child - Complete Beginner †† ..................................... £289<br />

Child - Intermediate .................................................... £299<br />

Snowboard Pack Ages: Adult = 14yrs+, Child = 6-13yrs.<br />

Includes: 6 days x 2hrs30m tuition, 6 days local lift pass & 6<br />

days standard snowboard & boot hire. Includes handsfree<br />

keycard.<br />

LES ARCS 1800 <strong>SKI</strong> PACK<br />

Arcs 2000 see page 305.<br />

Arcs 1950 see reservations system<br />

ROOMS (2-4 PEOPLE): Comfortable<br />

twin rooms which can take a third<br />

bed with satellite TV, mini safe, bath<br />

or shower and wc. Rooms for four<br />

people have a set of twin beds &<br />

two bunks.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Full Board. Buffet<br />

breakfast, hot buffet lunch (or<br />

packed lunch) & four-course buffet<br />

evening meal served with wine.<br />

Some themed or speciality nights.<br />

Christmas & New Year meals<br />

included.<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 143<br />

PROPERTY CODE: XC5H01<br />

<strong>SKI</strong>/BOARD EQUIPMENT (6 DAYS) ADULT CHILD*<br />

Skis & boots beginner ................................. £59 £55<br />

Skis & boots intermediate ........................... £85 -<br />

Skis & boots superior .................................. £105 -<br />

Skis only beginner ...................................... £49 £39<br />

Skis only intermediate ................................ £59 -<br />

Skis only superior ....................................... £79 -<br />

Snowboard & boots .................................... £85 £85<br />

Snowboard only ......................................... £69 £69<br />

Helmet** ..................................................... - Included<br />

*Child skis & boots = 3-11yrs, *Child board & boots = 8-11yrs.<br />

**All child equipment hire includes a helmet.<br />

Neilson Rating •••<br />

CENTRAL LOCATION<br />

WELLNESS AREA<br />

GOOD FOR FAMILIES<br />

CHILDREN’S CLUB<br />

FAMILY ROOMS<br />

Child %<br />

discount<br />

<strong>SKI</strong>/BOARD TUITION<br />

Adult ski school (6x2hrs30m) ..................................... £119<br />

Child ski school (6x2hrs30m) ...................................... £119<br />

Snowboard school (6x2hrs30m) ................................. £119<br />

Child ski school = 5-13yrs. Snowboard school = 8yrs+.<br />

IMPORTANT: †† Complete beginner = Ability Level 0, Intermediate = Ability Level 1-4. Ability levels must be stated at the time of booking - see page 13 for details. Special Offers may be withdrawn at any time. Prices are in £s and are approximate - please see reservation system, our website or call us for more details.<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk/lesarcs call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free wine with dinner<br />

One local speciality<br />

dinner per week in the<br />

Savoyard restaurant<br />

(wine not included)<br />

Free use of sauna, steam<br />

room & hot tub<br />

Free children's clubs 4-<br />

12 yrs


GLACIER • <strong>SKI</strong> LEADING • LIVELY NIGHTLIFE • SELF DRIVE<br />

ACTIVITIES<br />

• Snowshoeing<br />

• Snowmobiling<br />

• Dogsledding<br />

• Paragliding<br />

• Ice Climbing<br />

• Swimming Pool<br />

• Cinema<br />

• Heli Skiing<br />

• Microlight Trips<br />

• Ice Skating<br />

DRIVING ON ICE<br />

With three ice circuits and top of<br />

the range quads, karts or cars to<br />

choose from, select your vehicle,<br />

get a lesson in how to drive on<br />

the ice and off you go!<br />

Gorges de<br />

Malpasset<br />

Le Fornet<br />

1930m<br />

Signal de<br />

L'Iseran<br />

3241m<br />

Pte Du Montet<br />

3488m<br />

Le Laisinant<br />

Solaise<br />

2560m<br />

SWOOP SOUNDLESSLY OVER THE<br />

ESPACE KILLY<br />

In a ULM (motorised glider) with a<br />

professional instructor. It’s the most<br />

awe inspiring way to experience<br />

some of the oldest landscapes on<br />

earth.<br />

RIDE WITH THE DOGS ON A HUSKY<br />

SLEIGH RIDE<br />

Offered as evening entertainment or<br />

a whole day alternative to skiing. You<br />

can meet these beautiful working<br />

dogs and see the mountains from a<br />

dogs view.<br />

VAL D'ISÈRE 1850m<br />

Rocher<br />

de Bellevarde<br />

2827m<br />

La Daille<br />

1785m<br />

Funival<br />

Snow<br />

park<br />

Col de<br />

Fresse<br />

Great skiing, great boarding and<br />

great partying - Val D’Isere has it all.<br />

This world-famous resort is set high in<br />

the mountains of the Savoie Alps<br />

boasting an excellent snow record a<br />

massive 300km ski area, extensive<br />

shopping and an abundance of bars,<br />

restaurants and clubs. <strong>The</strong>re is easy<br />

access to the extensive lift system<br />

linking directly into the renowned<br />

‘Espace Killy’ ski area, where there is<br />

some of the best skiing in Europe and<br />

great on and off piste opportunities.<br />

Grande Motte<br />

Funicular<br />

Pte du<br />

Lavachet<br />

La Grande Motte<br />

3656m<br />

Le Lavachet<br />

VAL CLARET<br />

Tignes-le-Lac<br />

TIGNES<br />

2100m<br />

La Grande Casse<br />

3852m<br />

Col du<br />

Palet<br />

Tignes-Les-Boisses<br />

1850m<br />

VAL D’ISERE – FRANCE<br />

LIFT PASS & TUITION<br />

PRICE PROMISE<br />

See page 371<br />

<strong>The</strong> resort itself offers a contrasting<br />

mix of old and new accommodation<br />

which meanders along the valley<br />

floor from La Daille to the main<br />

centre, a 2km stretch. A regular bus<br />

service runs well into the night, so no<br />

matter where you stay you can join<br />

the party! It is a definite ‘must’ to visit<br />

in your skiing or boarding travels. A<br />

legendary resort, perfect for those<br />

hungry to ski and party to the limit!<br />

L'Aiguille<br />

Percée<br />

2748m<br />

Tignes<br />

Les Brévières<br />

1550m<br />

“Great skiing, great<br />

boarding & great<br />

partying, Val d’Isere<br />

has it all.”<br />

Fair Excellent<br />

BEGINNERS<br />

INTERMEDIATES<br />

ADVANCED<br />

OFF-PISTE<br />

NON <strong>SKI</strong>ERS<br />

FAMILIES<br />

NIGHTLIFE<br />

MOUNTAIN<br />

Skiing Altitude 1550m–3450m<br />

Resort Altitude 1850m<br />

Pistes Area -300km<br />

Number of Runs 131<br />

15% 46% 27% 12%<br />

Number of lifts 86<br />

Drags 36 / Chairs 44 / Cable Cars 6<br />

Longest Run 13km<br />

Direction of Slopes N,S,E,W<br />

Glacier yes<br />

Terrain Parks yes<br />

Half Pipe yes<br />

Cross Country Trails 21km<br />

Night Skiing no<br />

Mountain Restaurants 16<br />

Snowmaking 9% runs covered<br />

Resort Ski Bus yes<br />

Linked Resorts Tignes<br />

FAMILY<br />

Babycare n/a<br />

Crèche 3yrs+<br />

Ski Kindergarten 4-5yrs<br />

See page 373 or<br />

neilson.co.uk/childcare for more info.<br />

TRAVEL<br />

Departure Airports Gatwick,<br />

Birmingham, Manchester &<br />

Glasgow*<br />

Destination Airport Grenoble<br />

Season 12 Dec-10 Apr<br />

Departure Day Saturday<br />

Flight Guide See page 384<br />

Transfer Time 3hrs 30mins<br />

Private taxi transfers available -<br />

please call us for details<br />

Self Drive See page 368<br />

*Glasgow departures on 26 Dec & 3<br />

Apr only<br />

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310<br />

FRANCE – VAL D’ISERE<br />

HOTEL ORMELUNE<br />

<strong>The</strong> Hotel Ormelune, formerly Hotel Mercure, is planned to be fully<br />

refurbished for winter 2009/10, offering a great standard of<br />

accommodation, it is ideally situated in the heart of the resort close to<br />

the nursery slopes, ski school, shops, bars and restaurants. <strong>The</strong> rooms<br />

offer unique styling and a high level of comfort, the atmosphere is cosy<br />

and the restaurant has a great reputation locally.<br />

FACILITIES†: Lounge with small<br />

friendly bar •Restaurant<br />

ROOMS (2-3 PEOPLE): North<br />

facing twin or double rooms with<br />

shower & wc. Superior rooms with<br />

bath at a supplement.<br />

SUITES (2-4 PEOPLE): Approx 34m 2<br />

twin or double bedrooms with<br />

separate lounge area. Larger suites,<br />

approx 42m 2 have twin bedroom,<br />

bunks in the entrance hall (suitable<br />

for children only) leading to a<br />

separate lounge area, prices on<br />

reservation system.<br />

LES BALCONS DE BELLEVARDE APARTMENTS<br />

<strong>The</strong>se recently refurbished apartments are situated in the La Daille area,<br />

a 250m walk across the road from the funival lift, gondola & chairlift.<br />

<strong>The</strong> free ski bus stops outside, running regularly until 2am into Val<br />

D'Isere centre, 2km away.<br />

FACILITIES†: Reception<br />

ACCOMMODATION: South or east<br />

facing with living room, fully<br />

equipped kitchenette with<br />

hotplates, microwave & dishwasher,<br />

bathroom & balcony. Bed linen,<br />

towels, cleaning pack & end of stay<br />

cleaning (except kitchen & washing<br />

up) included.<br />

APARTMENTS (2-5 PEOPLE):<br />

Approx 24-34m 2 . Double sofa bed<br />

in living room, twin bedroom with<br />

pull-out/folding bed.<br />

APARTMENTS (2-7 PEOPLE):<br />

Approx 43-53m 2 . One double, one<br />

twin bedroom, two single sofa beds<br />

& pull-out bed in the lounge.<br />

DEPOSIT: Approx €200 per<br />

apartment, payable on arrival.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Self Catering.<br />

Please note: Extra services available -<br />

please see page 374 for details and<br />

important information about<br />

apartments.<br />

PROPERTY CODE: X01A00<br />

JARDIN DE VAL & LES VERDETS APARTMENTS<br />

Well equipped apartments 400m from the resort centre & 300m from<br />

the ski bus stop. <strong>The</strong>y are ideally located to enjoy the skiing and the<br />

nightlife.<br />

ACCOMMODATION: Fully<br />

equipped kitchenette, bath or<br />

shower & wc. Bed linen included.<br />

Towels available for hire locally. End<br />

of stay cleaning payable locally.<br />

STUDIO (2-4 PEOPLE): Approx 18-<br />

20m 2 . Living/dining area with<br />

double sofa bed and bunk beds in<br />

the entrance area.<br />

STUDIO CABINE (2-4 PEOPLE):<br />

Approx 22-24m 2 . Living/dining area<br />

with double sofa bed and cabine<br />

with bunks.<br />

APARTMENTS (2-4 PEOPLE):<br />

Approx 26-30m 2 . Pull-out double<br />

bed in living room, bedroom with<br />

bunks, twin or double bed.<br />

DEPOSIT: Approx €300 per<br />

studio/apartment, payable on arrival<br />

by cash or credit card.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Bed & Breakfast.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 35<br />

PROPERTY CODE: X01H04<br />

BOARD BASIS: Self Catering.<br />

Please note: Extra services available -<br />

please see page 374 for details and<br />

important information about<br />

apartments.<br />

PROPERTY CODE: X01A01<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk/valdisere call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

Neilson Rating •••<br />

CENTRAL LOCATION<br />

GOOD FOR FAMILIES<br />

FAMILY ROOMS<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Planned to be<br />

refurbished for W09/10<br />

Neilson Rating •••+<br />

Neilson Rating ••<br />

VALUE<br />

No frills accommodation at a cheaper price<br />

– where it's the skiing that really counts!


HOTEL CHRISTIANIA<br />

This is a wonderful, top quality hotel offering excellent service &<br />

facilities - it is the perfect place to choose for a truly luxurious holiday.<br />

<strong>The</strong> Christiania lies in the heart of the village, close to the lifts and<br />

slopes - which are overlooked from the superb restaurant. <strong>The</strong> Solaise<br />

lift is 200m away; the slopes return you to within 50m of the hotel.<br />

FACILITIES†: Bar •Restaurant<br />

•Lounge with open fireplace<br />

SPA FEATURES†: Free use of indoor<br />

swimming pool, steam room, sauna<br />

& fitness room •Beauty & massage<br />

services available.<br />

Important information about spa<br />

facilities - see page 375.<br />

ROOMS (2-4 PEOPLE): Beautifully<br />

furnished, spacious, twin or double<br />

rooms (some with a set of bunks),<br />

TV, bath, shower & wc. Rooms are<br />

north-west facing, some have a<br />

balcony. Similar, south/southeast<br />

facing rooms with bunks in a cabine<br />

area and balcony are also available.<br />

Superior south-east facing corner<br />

rooms (with cabine bunks for<br />

HOTEL LE BRUSSELS<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk/valdisere call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

VAL D’ISERE – FRANCE<br />

children only) available on request,<br />

at a supplement.<br />

FAMILY ROOMS (4 PEOPLE): One<br />

double bedded room & one twin<br />

room sharing a bathroom available<br />

on request (no reduction for<br />

children, must be occupied by four<br />

people).<br />

BOARD BASIS: Bed & Breakfast.<br />

Half Board at a supplement.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 69<br />

PROPERTY CODE: X01H06<br />

This is a charming high standard hotel with great service, ideally located<br />

at the foot of the slopes for ski in-ski out convenience & next to the<br />

main lifts & the ski school meeting point. <strong>The</strong> large sun terrace at the<br />

foot of the slopes is a great spot to enjoy a bite to eat or an après-ski<br />

drink. <strong>The</strong> resort centre is 75m away.<br />

FACILITIES†: Lounge with open<br />

fireplace •Large sunterrace •Free use<br />

of sauna, steam room & hot tub<br />

•Restaurant<br />

ROOMS (2 PEOPLE): Double or<br />

twin rooms with bath, shower, wc &<br />

village view. Rooms have cable TV,<br />

hairdryer, safe, minibar and balcony.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board.<br />

Continental buffet breakfast, threecourse<br />

dinner. Christmas & New<br />

Year meals included.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 58<br />

PROPERTY CODE: X01H10<br />

Neilson Rating ••••+<br />

CENTRAL LOCATION<br />

INDOOR POOL<br />

WELLNESS AREA<br />

FOUR OR MORE<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free use of indoor pool,<br />

sauna, steam room &<br />

fitness room<br />

A handpicked selection of hotels<br />

offering first class spa facilities<br />

Neilson Rating ••••<br />

<strong>SKI</strong> IN <strong>SKI</strong> OUT<br />

CENTRAL LOCATION<br />

WELLNESS AREA<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free use of sauna, steam<br />

room & hot tub<br />

311


312<br />

FRANCE – VAL D’ISERE<br />

HOTEL AVENUE LODGE<br />

This elegant, boutique hotel, located in the heart of Val d’Isère offers<br />

the level of comfort and style associated with such a fashionable resort.<br />

Its atmosphere is sophisticated yet relaxed, the staff are friendly and<br />

welcoming and the cosy lounge bar with its fireplace is an ideal place to<br />

unwind after a hard day on the slopes or in the shops! <strong>The</strong> bedrooms in<br />

the Avenue Lodge are luxurious, modern and spacious. <strong>The</strong> lifts and ski<br />

school meeting point are just 300m away with the ski bus stop outside<br />

the hotel.<br />

FACILITIES†: 24hr reception<br />

•Lounge & bar with fireplace •Free<br />

use of planned indoor pool •Room<br />

service •Wifi<br />

ROOMS (2-3 PEOPLE): Approx.<br />

25m 2 . Beautifully styled twin rooms<br />

with an excellent range of facilities:<br />

a flatscreen satellite TV above the<br />

bath and in the bedroom, DVD<br />

player, mini-safe, Wifi and a<br />

bathroom with a large bathtub,<br />

shower, wc, bathrobes, slippers and<br />

hairdryer.<br />

CLASSIC TWIN ROOMS: 28-30m 2<br />

have a sofa bed that is suitable for a<br />

child only and are available at a<br />

supplement.<br />

HOTEL L'AIGLE DES NEIGES<br />

LARGER SUPERIOR ROOMS 30-<br />

35m2 have a separate shower and a<br />

sofa bed suitable for a child only also<br />

available at a supplement.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Bed & Breakfast.<br />

Half Board is available at a<br />

supplement payable locally.<br />

Optional Christmas and New Year<br />

Galas payable locally.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 40<br />

PROPERTY CODE: X01H03<br />

This is an ‘ultra chic’ modern hotel, centrally located and just 100m<br />

from the lifts. <strong>The</strong> hotel offers a great standard of accommodation with<br />

a stylish modern interior.<br />

FACILITIES†: Lounge and bar with<br />

open fire and nightly live music<br />

•Two restaurants •Free use of sauna,<br />

steam room, hot tub & fitness room<br />

•Massage services available<br />

•Internet point<br />

ROOMS (2-3 PEOPLE): Twin or<br />

double bedded rooms with bath,<br />

shower & wc. Larger twin or double<br />

rooms at a supplement. Larger<br />

rooms take an extra bed, suitable for<br />

a child only. All rooms have minibar,<br />

flatscreen satellite TV & hairdryer.<br />

Single rooms available on request.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Bed & Breakfast.<br />

Half Board available at a<br />

supplement.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 88<br />

PROPERTY CODE: X01H00<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk/valdisere call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

Neilson Rating ••••+<br />

CENTRAL LOCATION<br />

INDOOR POOL<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free use of planned<br />

indoor pool<br />

Unique hotels offering stylish interiors,<br />

personal service and excellent cuisine<br />

Neilson Rating ••••<br />

CENTRAL LOCATION<br />

WELLNESS AREA<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Children receive full<br />

child discount when<br />

sharing a room with just<br />

one adult<br />

Free use of sauna, hot<br />

tub, steam room &<br />

fitness room


Basic Holiday Prices in £s per adult from<br />

the amounts shown.<br />

Hotel Ormelune<br />

12 Dec- 19 Dec- 26 Dec- 02 Jan- 23 Jan- 06 Feb- 13 Feb- 20 Feb- 06 Mar- 20 Mar- 27 Mar- 03 Apr- 10 Apr-<br />

Nts 18 Dec 25 Dec 01 Jan 22 Jan 05 Feb 12 Feb 19 Feb 05 Mar 19 Mar 26 Mar 02 Apr 09 Apr 17 Apr<br />

Unique and charming catered chalets<br />

located in the best resorts<br />

Supplements in £s per person per night from:<br />

(Unless otherwise stated)<br />

Room 2/3: Sole use of twin £90, South facing balcony £33<br />

X01H04 Bed & Breakfast Room 2/3 7 769 1085 1169 739 749 939 1239 929 979 969 879 979 909<br />

25%<br />

Les Balcons De Bellevarde Apartments<br />

1 Bed Apt 2/5: 4 share £5, 3 share £14, 2 share £32<br />

X01A00 Self Catering 1 Bed Apt 2/5 7 339 525 705 385 445 475 799 479 439 429 479 595 515<br />

10%<br />

2BedApt2/7 7 319 505 685 365 425 455 779 459 419 409 459 575 495<br />

2 Bed Apt 2/7: 6 share £3, 5 share £8, 4 share £14,<br />

3 share £25, 2 share £48<br />

Jardin De Val & Les Verdets Apartments<br />

Studio 2/4: 3 share £6, 2 share £17<br />

X01A01 Self Catering Studio 2/4 7 289 465 635 335 395 419 729 419 389 379 425 535 459<br />

10%<br />

Studio Cabine 2/4 7 309 485 655 355 415 439 749 439 409 399 445 555 479<br />

Apt 2/4 7 319 495 665 365 425 449 759 449 419 409 455 565 489<br />

Studio Cabine 2/4: 3share£6,2share£19<br />

Apt 2/4: 3 share £7, 2 share £22<br />

Hotel Christiania<br />

North Facing Room 2/4: Half Board £36<br />

X01H06 Bed & Breakfast North Facing Room 2/4 7 909 1425 1939 1019 1139 1119 1989 1329 1145 1139 1369 1449 1209<br />

10%<br />

South Facing Room 2/4 7 995 1529 2039 1029 1245 1225 2089 1435 1255 1245 1475 1555 1315<br />

South Facing Room 2/4: Half Board £36, Superior room<br />

£27, Suite £48<br />

Hotel Le Brussels<br />

X01H10 Half Board Room 2 7 - 1255 1399 1119 1129 1089 1419 1079 1129 1119 1189 1289 1209<br />

Room 2: Sole use of twin £92<br />

25%<br />

Hotel Avenue Lodge<br />

X01H13 Bed & Breakfast Room 2/3 7 1119 1395 1609 1175 1189 1149 1679 1379 1299 1289 1359 1349 1259<br />

Room 2/3: Sole use of twin £140, Superior room £32, Classic<br />

£12<br />

10%<br />

Hotel L’Aigle Des Neiges<br />

X01H00 Bed & Breakfast Room 2/3 7 839 1115 1669 1089 1085 1209 1679 1369 1129 1009 1059 1109 1039<br />

Room 2/3: Sole use of twin £91, Superior room £14<br />

35%<br />

Chalet La Vielle Maison<br />

Chalet: Sole use of twin £32, Superior room £5, 3 share £10,<br />

X01C04 Chalet Board Chalet 7 439 915 1095 565 629 679 1145 739 639 599 775 939 795 2 share £27<br />

25%<br />

Prices are a guide only & will be confirmed on enquiry. Adult prices in £ sterling start from the amounts shown & apply to selected flight departures between each date range based on current charges & costs. Prices may go up or down & supplements (e.g. flight &/or fuel), or reductions may apply. Supplements ‘from’ are based on low season dates. For full details on how to price your holiday, charges,<br />

supplements & surcharges see ‘Your Holiday Price’ page 368. For important Holiday Information & Booking Conditions see pages 368 - 385. †Some facilities may incur a local charge. LOW 12-18Dec,02-29Jan,13-26Mar.MID 19-25Dec,30Jan-12Feb,20Feb-12Mar,27Mar-17Apr.HIGH 26 Dec - 01 Jan, 13 - 19 Feb. NS313a<br />

LIFT PASS (6 DAYS)<br />

Adult (14-64yrs) .......................................................... £199<br />

Child (5-13yrs) ............................................................ £169<br />

Senior (65-74yrs) ........................................................ £169<br />

Lift pass pass covers Espace Killy (Val d’Isere and Tignes) ski<br />

area. Free lift pass for children 0-4yrs & 75yrs+. Includes<br />

handsfree keycard.<br />

<strong>SKI</strong>ER’S PACK (6 DAYS)<br />

Adult - Complete Beginner †† ..................................... £379<br />

Adult - Intermediate .................................................... £389<br />

Child - Complete Beginner †† ..................................... £359<br />

Child - Intermediate .................................................... £369<br />

Ski Pack Ages: Adult = 14yrs+, Child = 5-11yrs.<br />

Includes: 5 days x 3hrs tuition, 6 days lift pass & 6 days<br />

standard ski & boot hire. Includes handsfree keycard.<br />

NEILSON CHALET LA VIEILLE MAISON<br />

<strong>SNOWBOARD</strong>ER’S PACK (6 DAYS)<br />

Adult - Complete Beginner †† ..................................... £405<br />

Adult - Intermediate .................................................... £415<br />

Child - Complete Beginner †† ..................................... £365<br />

Child - Intermediate .................................................... £375<br />

Snowboard Pack Ages: Adult = 14yrs+, Child = 8-11yrs.<br />

Includes: 5 days x 3hrs tuition, 6 days lift pass & 6 days<br />

standard snowboard & boot hire. Includes handsfree keycard.<br />

VAL D’ISERE <strong>SKI</strong> PACK<br />

VAL D’ISERE – FRANCE<br />

This chalet is truly charming & has a rustic feel having been converted<br />

from an old farmhouse cottage. It still maintains many of its original<br />

features, from the stone-worked walls to the huge wooden supporting<br />

beams, giving it a very homely atmosphere. Situated in the old village<br />

of La Daille with the nearest ski lifts just 250m away, this chalet is in an<br />

ideal location to access the 300km of pistes of the ‘Espace Killy’. <strong>The</strong>re<br />

are a few bars & restaurants around a five minute walk away, the village<br />

centre of Val D’Isère is 2km away accessible by the free ski bus which<br />

runs regularly until late. All in all, a fantastic base for your holiday.<br />

ACCOMMODATION:<br />

GROUND FLOOR: Open plan<br />

lounge/dining area with satellite TV,<br />

DVD player & log fire. Duplex<br />

‘Master bedroom’ with two single<br />

beds each in its own curtained off<br />

alcove, ensuite shower & wc, and<br />

seating area leading to a mezzanine<br />

level with a double bed & bathroom<br />

with corner jet bath & wc. Price<br />

based on four sharing, supplement<br />

payable for a superior room.<br />

FIRST FLOOR: Three twin bedrooms<br />

and one double bedroom, each with<br />

a sink, all sharing two bathrooms &<br />

two wcs.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Chalet Board. Daily<br />

buffet breakfast, afternoon tea & a<br />

three-course evening meal on six<br />

nights served with wine & after<br />

dinner coffee.<br />

Please note: chalet staff live in.<br />

Children are welcome when part of<br />

a group booking the whole chalet.<br />

Generous discounts for or free<br />

places may apply when sharing a<br />

room with 2 adults.<br />

PROPERTY CODE: X01C04<br />

<strong>SKI</strong>/BOARD EQUIPMENT (6 DAYS) ADULT CHILD*<br />

Skis & boots beginner ................................. £59 £49<br />

Skis & boots intermediate ........................... £95 -<br />

Skis & boots superior .................................. £115 -<br />

Skis only beginner ...................................... £55 £45<br />

Skis only intermediate ................................ £59 -<br />

Skis only superior ....................................... £79 -<br />

Snowboard & boots .................................... £95 £95<br />

Snowboard only ......................................... £69 £69<br />

Helmet** .................................................... - Included<br />

*Child skis & boots = 3-11yrs, *Child board & boots = 8-11yrs.<br />

**All child equipment hire includes a helmet.<br />

Neilson Rating •••<br />

Child %<br />

discount<br />

<strong>SKI</strong>/BOARD TUITION<br />

Adult ski school (5x3hrs) ............................................ £155<br />

Child ski school (5x3hrs) ............................................. £189<br />

Snowboard school (5x3hrs) ........................................ £155<br />

Child ski school = 5-12yrs. Snowboard school = 8yrs+.<br />

IMPORTANT: †† Complete beginner = Ability Level 0, Intermediate = Ability Level 1-4. Ability levels must be stated at the time of booking - see page 13 for details. Special Offers may be withdrawn at any time. Prices are in £s and are approximate - please see reservation system, our website or call us for more details.<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk/valdisere call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Sleeps 12<br />

5 bedrooms<br />

Log fire<br />

Free afternoon tea<br />

Free wine served with<br />

dinner<br />

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314<br />

FRANCE – TIGNES<br />

“Some of the most<br />

exciting and<br />

challenging skiterrain<br />

in the<br />

Freench Alps”<br />

Fair Excellent<br />

BEGINNERS<br />

INTERMEDIATES<br />

ADVANCED<br />

OFF-PISTE<br />

NON <strong>SKI</strong>ERS<br />

FAMILIES<br />

NIGHTLIFE<br />

MOUNTAIN<br />

Skiing Altitude 2100m–3456m<br />

Resort Altitude 2100m<br />

Pistes Area -300km<br />

Number of Runs 154<br />

15% 40% 28% 11%<br />

Number of lifts 90<br />

Drags 36 / Chairs 44 / Cable Cars 6<br />

Longest Run 13km<br />

Direction of Slopes N,S,E,W<br />

Glacier yes<br />

Terrain Parks yes<br />

Half Pipe yes<br />

Cross Country Trails 40km<br />

Night Skiing no<br />

Mountain Restaurants 16<br />

Snowmaking 9% runs covered<br />

Resort Ski Bus yes<br />

Linked Resorts Val D’Isere<br />

FAMILY<br />

Babycare n/a<br />

Crèche 2½<br />

Ski Kindergarten 4-5yrs<br />

See page 373 or neilson.co.uk for<br />

more info.<br />

TRAVEL<br />

Departure Airports Gatwick, Bristol*,<br />

Birmingham,Manchester &Glasgow**<br />

Destination Airport Grenoble<br />

Season 12 Dec-10 Apr<br />

Departure Day Saturday<br />

Flight Guide see page 384<br />

Transfer Time 3hrs 30mins<br />

Private taxi transfers available -<br />

please call us for details<br />

Self Drive See page 368<br />

*Bristol - Last departure date 3 Apr<br />

**Glasgow departures on 26 Dec &<br />

3 Apr only<br />

SPECIAL OFFER<br />

2 days FREE access to resort swimming<br />

pool & ice rink with lift pass<br />

GLACIER • <strong>SKI</strong> LEADING • GOOD FOR FAMILIES • LIVELY NIGHTLIFE • SELF DRIVE<br />

Tignes boasts year-round skiing and<br />

snowboarding and has some of the<br />

most exciting and challenging ski<br />

terrain in the French Alps.<br />

A first-rate snow record, with<br />

enormous variety of both on and off<br />

piste skiing. Linking directly into the<br />

300km ‘Espace Killy’ with an<br />

extensive lift system - it’s a quick drop<br />

over the hill into neighbouring Val<br />

D’Isere. Our lift pass allows for a day<br />

trip to <strong>The</strong> Three Valleys or Paradiski<br />

areas. Great for all abilities, this really<br />

is a resort with something for<br />

everyone.<br />

<strong>The</strong> main resort of Tignes is made up<br />

of three areas; Le Lac, Le Lavachet<br />

and Val Claret. All the villages include<br />

a number of shops, restaurants and<br />

atmospheric bars where the après-ski<br />

is fairly lively. <strong>The</strong>re is also the<br />

opportunity to sign up for numerous<br />

activities off the slopes - many of<br />

which involve varying amounts of<br />

adrenaline!<br />

ACTIVITIES<br />

• Ice Climbing<br />

• Snowshoeing<br />

• Dogsledding<br />

• Horse Riding<br />

• Skidoo Rides<br />

• Helicopter Tours<br />

• Ice Skating<br />

• Squash<br />

• Bowling<br />

LIFT PASS & TUITION<br />

PRICE PROMISE<br />

See page 371<br />

EXPLORE THE SNOWSCAPE<br />

ON HORSEBACK<br />

For all levels of rider you can<br />

experience a canter or gallop<br />

around the local area during<br />

the day or at night.<br />

GO FOR A SWIM<br />

Try the beautifully designed<br />

sports complex where you will<br />

find a 25m indoor pool, a<br />

leisure pool, a paddling pool<br />

with a slide, a fitness room, a<br />

spa featuring a sauna, steam<br />

room & hot tub.<br />

THE ICE GROTTO<br />

Considered to be the ultimate<br />

record of the past by<br />

climatologists and<br />

paleontologists alike, glaciers<br />

reveal the earth's climatic<br />

history: the further we<br />

penetrate the older the ice and<br />

the greater the discoveries to be<br />

made. Located at an altitude of<br />

3000 metres on the Grande<br />

Motte glacier, a 200 metres<br />

long gallery has been hollowed<br />

out beneath the surface of the<br />

ice.<br />

CAUGHT ON CAMERA<br />

Capture your exploits in the<br />

terrain parks for free with the<br />

multi-burst camera and then<br />

look at and download your<br />

pictures & film at a later stage.


Suites<br />

Residence<br />

NEILSON CHALET LES ANDES (LE LAC)<br />

Chalet Les Andes is situated in the Les Almes area of resort, an optimum<br />

location just 70m from the nearest piste & 400m from the ski school<br />

meeting point & resort centre. A choice property with its own private<br />

swimming pool and a widescreen TV, CD & DVD player in the inviting<br />

lounge which overlooks the resort & the Grande Motte Glacier.<br />

ACCOMMODATION:<br />

GROUND FLOOR: Indoor pool<br />

(7.4m x 3.7m), sauna, shower, wc,<br />

ski and boot storage room with<br />

heated boot rack.<br />

FIRST FLOOR: Two twin rooms &<br />

one double room each with ensuite<br />

shower and wc, two triple bedded<br />

rooms with ensuite shower & wc. All<br />

rooms have balcony, TV, safe &<br />

hairdryer.<br />

SECOND FLOOR: Two twin rooms<br />

& one double room each with<br />

ensuite shower & wc, two triple<br />

rooms with ensuite shower & wc. All<br />

rooms have balcony, TV, safe &<br />

hairdryer. Rooms with ensuite baths<br />

carry a supplement.<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk/tignes call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

TIGNES – FRANCE<br />

THIRD FLOOR: Lounge with<br />

comfortable seating & a huge floor<br />

to ceiling window overlooking the<br />

resort, cosy fireplace, TV & DVD<br />

player. <strong>The</strong>re is an additional ‘nook’<br />

up a small stairway with further<br />

seating. Separate dining area &<br />

kitchen.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Chalet Board. Daily<br />

buffet breakfast, afternoon tea and a<br />

three-course evening meal on six<br />

nights served with wine and after<br />

dinner coffee.<br />

Please note: Chalet staff live in.<br />

Children are welcome when part of<br />

a group booking the whole chalet.<br />

Generous discounts or free places<br />

may apply when sharing a room<br />

with 2 adults.<br />

PROPERTY CODE: X00C09<br />

VILLAGE MONTANA HOTEL, SUITES & RESIDENCE<br />

(LE LAC)<br />

Enviable piste-side location, excellent standards throughout. 200m from<br />

the resort centre & ski lifts, 150m to the bus stop.<br />

FACILITIES†: Four restaurants, two<br />

bars •Fitness club •Terrace •Free<br />

entry to pool complex (hotel guests)<br />

•Games room<br />

HOTEL ROOMS (2-4 PEOPLE): Twin<br />

or double rooms & cabine bunks<br />

(for 1 adult or 2 children), cable TV,<br />

bathroom, hairdryer & balcony.<br />

SUITES (2-4 PEOPLE): One or two<br />

bedrooms in new 'Suites du<br />

Montana' building with its own<br />

indoor pool, sauna & steam room<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board. Breakfast<br />

buffet & five course evening meal.<br />

Christmas & New Year gala meal<br />

included.<br />

PROPERTY CODE: X00H03<br />

RESIDENCE: Kitchenette with<br />

dishwasher, lounge with cable TV,<br />

bathroom with bath, shower & wc.<br />

Bed linen and towels included.<br />

APARTMENTS (2-4 PEOPLE): 41-<br />

44m 2 . Two twin bedrooms.<br />

APARTMENTS (2-6 PEOPLE): 48-<br />

52m 2 . As above with set of bunks in<br />

cabine - for prices see reservation<br />

system.<br />

APARTMENTS (2-6 PEOPLE): 60-<br />

66m 2 . 3 bedrooms - for prices see<br />

reservation system<br />

LUXURY APARTMENTS (2-8<br />

PEOPLE): 3 bedrooms plus cabine in<br />

new building - for prices see<br />

resrvation system.<br />

Guests may use hotel leisure facilities<br />

(local charge).<br />

DEPOSIT: €500 payable on arrival.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Self Catering.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★★<br />

PROPERTY CODE: X00A05/AS5<br />

Neilson Rating •••••<br />

INDOOR POOL<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Sleeps 20-24<br />

10 bedrooms<br />

All bedrooms ensuite<br />

Log fire<br />

Private pool & sauna<br />

Free afternoon tea<br />

Free wine served with<br />

dinner<br />

Unique and charming catered chalets<br />

located in the best resorts<br />

Neilson Rating ••••<br />

INDOOR POOL<br />

WELLNESS AREA<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free use of indoor pool,<br />

sauna, steam room &<br />

hot tub for hotel guests<br />

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316<br />

FRANCE – TIGNES<br />

HOTEL LES CAMPANULES (LE LAC)<br />

This comfortable and traditional hotel offers a high standard of<br />

accommodation with a warm welcome and wonderful French cuisine, a<br />

relaxed atmosphere & good spa facilities. Lying just 200m from the<br />

resort centre, ski school meeting point & the main Aeroski lifts that<br />

access the Espace Killy ski area.<br />

FACILITIES†: Restaurant & Bar<br />

•Lounge with log fire •Outdoor<br />

pool, sauna, steam room & hot tub<br />

•Massage & beauty treatments<br />

available •Wifi<br />

ROOMS (2-3 PEOPLE): Comfortable<br />

twin or double rooms with satellite<br />

TV, balcony, radio, mini safe,<br />

bathroom with bath, shower, wc,<br />

hairdryer & bathrobes. Some rooms<br />

can take a third bed for a child only<br />

(on request).<br />

FAMILY ROOMS (2-4 PEOPLE):<br />

Split level room with twin or double<br />

beds on the mezzanine, lounge area<br />

with two sofa beds suitable for<br />

children only, on request.<br />

APARTHOTEL ALPINA (VAL CLARET)<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board. Buffet<br />

breakfast, three-course evening<br />

meal, buffet starter & waiter service<br />

for the main course. Full Board<br />

available at supplement. Christmas<br />

& New Year Gala dinner’s included.<br />

Children may participate in the Gala<br />

meals at a supplement payable<br />

locally.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 41<br />

PROPERTY CODE: X00H07<br />

<strong>The</strong> Alpina offers value accommodation in a central position to Val<br />

Claret, 150 metres from the ski lifts.<br />

FACILITIES†: Restaurant & bar •Free<br />

use of swimming pool and sauna<br />

ACCOMMODATION: All apartments<br />

have a basic kitchenette with fridge<br />

and electric hot plates, cable TV,<br />

bath or shower and wc. Bed linen<br />

and towels included.<br />

STUDIOS (2-3 PEOPLE): Approx.<br />

18m 2 . Have a double bed or a single<br />

and a pull-out bed in the living area<br />

and a bunk bed in the entry hall.<br />

STUDIOS (2-4 PEOPLE): Approx.<br />

25-35m 2 . As above but with two<br />

bunk beds in the hallway,<br />

microwave and dishwasher. Some<br />

rooms have a balcony.<br />

DEPOSIT: Approx €300 per studio,<br />

payable locally on arrival.<br />

RESIDENCE NEVADA (VAL CLARET)<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board.<br />

Christmas & New Year meals<br />

included.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★<br />

Please note: Extra services available -<br />

Please see page 374 for details and<br />

important information about<br />

apartments.<br />

PROPERTY CODE: X00A07<br />

<strong>The</strong> Nevada offers beautiful, spacious apartments in the Val Claret area<br />

of the resort and with stunning views and excellent facilities, these<br />

apartments make a great place to come back to after a day on the<br />

mountain. <strong>The</strong> nearest slopes and ski school meeting point are 200m<br />

FACILITIES†: Communal lounge<br />

with open fireplace •Reception with<br />

Wifi •Free use of indoor pool, sauna,<br />

steam room & fitness room<br />

•Massage & beauty treatments<br />

available •Towel & bathrobe rental<br />

service from reception •Board<br />

games can be borrowed from<br />

reception<br />

ACCOMMODATION: Kitchen with<br />

multi-function oven, ceramic hob,<br />

dishwasher, electric coffee maker,<br />

kettle & toaster. <strong>The</strong> lounge has<br />

comfortable seating, a single sofa<br />

bed & a pull out bed, or a double<br />

sofa bed, internet point & satellite<br />

TV. Bathroom has a hairdryer. Bed<br />

linen, towels and end of stay<br />

cleaning included (except kitchen<br />

and washing up). Beds are made on<br />

arrival.<br />

APARTMENTS (2-6 PEOPLE): One<br />

twin and one double bedroom or a<br />

bunk room. Bathroom, shower room<br />

and wc.<br />

DEPOSIT: Approx €380 per<br />

apartment, payable on arrival by<br />

credit card.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Self Catering.<br />

Please note: Please see page 374 for<br />

important information about<br />

apartments.<br />

PROPERTY CODE: X00A13<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk/tignes call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

Neilson Rating •••+<br />

CENTRAL LOCATION<br />

OUTDOOR POOL<br />

WELLNESS AREA<br />

GOOD FOR FAMILIES<br />

FAMILY ROOMS<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free use of outdoor<br />

pool, sauna, steam<br />

room & hot tub<br />

Neilson Rating ••+<br />

INDOOR POOL<br />

GOOD FOR GROUPS<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free use of indoor pool<br />

& sauna<br />

VALUE<br />

No frills accommodation at a cheaper price<br />

– where it's the skiing that really counts!<br />

Neilson Rating ••••<br />

CENTRAL LOCATION<br />

INDOOR POOL<br />

WELLNESS AREA<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free use of indoor pool,<br />

sauna, steam room &<br />

fitness room<br />

Massage & beauty<br />

treatments available


NEILSON CHALET L’ARMOISE (VAL CLARET)<br />

Situated between the lake and Val Claret, this property is a traditionally<br />

built alpine chalet offering lots of charm. It provides relaxing<br />

accommodation in a quiet area of the resort. Only 300m from the<br />

nearest lift and the ski bus stops just 50m away.<br />

ACCOMMODATION:<br />

FIRST FLOOR: Twin room (off the<br />

lounge) with shower and wc.<br />

Living/dining area with balcony.<br />

SECOND FLOOR: Four twin rooms<br />

all with shower and wc and one<br />

with balcony.<br />

THIRD FLOOR: One twin room with<br />

separate private shower & wc<br />

(sloping ceiling).<br />

BOARD BASIS: Chalet Board. Daily<br />

breakfast & afternoon tea with<br />

freshly baked cake; home-cooked<br />

three course evening meal on six<br />

nights served with wine and after<br />

dinner coffee.<br />

HOTEL LE GENTIANA (LE LAC)<br />

TIGNES – FRANCE<br />

Please note: Chalet staff live in.<br />

Children are welcome when part of<br />

a group booking the whole chalet.<br />

Generous discounts or free places<br />

may apply when sharing a room<br />

with 2 adults.<br />

PROPERTY CODE: X00C05<br />

Hotel Le Gentiana is family owned & run, in one of the best locations in<br />

Lavachet, with direct access to the run leading to the Chaudanne and<br />

Paquis lifts 100m away. Serge, the owner, prides himself on a warm<br />

welcome & friendly service.<br />

FACILITIES†: Lounge •Bar area<br />

•Free use of sauna & steam room &<br />

indoor pool •Wifi<br />

ROOMS (2-3 PEOPLE): Double,<br />

twin or triple rooms (single and a<br />

double bed) have cable TV, bath or<br />

shower, hairdryer & wc. Single<br />

rooms available at a supplement.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board. Buffet<br />

breakfast & four-course dinner.<br />

Christmas & New Year meals<br />

included.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 40<br />

PROPERTY CODE: X00H00<br />

RESIDENCE L'ECRIN DES NEIGES (LE LAC)<br />

A top quality residence with all apartments luxuriously furnished.<br />

Located just 200m from the main Val Claret lift area and resort centre.<br />

This is a superb quality property in a very convenient location.<br />

FACILITIES†: Lounge with open<br />

fireplace •Reception •Close to<br />

‘Centre Aquatonic’ spa & fitness<br />

centre with jet pool •Wifi<br />

ACCOMMODATION: Well equipped<br />

kitchenette with dishwasher, multifunction<br />

oven, ceramic hot plates,<br />

coffee maker and toaster; two single<br />

sofa beds in lounge, LCD satellite TV,<br />

balcony, bath, shower, hairdryer &<br />

separate wc. Beds made up on<br />

arrival. Bed linen, towels and end of<br />

stay cleaning included (except<br />

kitchen & washing up).<br />

APARTMENTS (2-6 PEOPLE): As<br />

above plus two twin bedrooms<br />

(beds may be close together).<br />

APARTMENTS (2-8 PEOPLE): As<br />

above plus an extra twin bedroom,<br />

shower room & wc.<br />

APARTMENTS (2-8 PEOPLE): Two<br />

or three bedroom mezzanine<br />

apartments available on request,<br />

prices on reservations system.<br />

DEPOSIT: Approx €300 per<br />

apartment, payable on arrival by<br />

credit card.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Self Catering.<br />

Please note: Extra services available -<br />

Please see page 374 for details and<br />

important information about<br />

apartments.<br />

PROPERTY CODE: X00A11<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk/tignes call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

Neilson Rating •••<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Sleeps 12<br />

6 bedrooms<br />

Free afternoon tea<br />

Free wine served with<br />

dinner<br />

Unique and charming catered chalets<br />

located in the best resorts<br />

Neilson Rating •••+<br />

<strong>SKI</strong> IN <strong>SKI</strong> OUT<br />

CENTRAL LOCATION<br />

WELLNESS AREA<br />

INDOOR POOL<br />

GOOD FOR GROUPS<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free use of indoor pool,<br />

sauna & steam room<br />

Neilson Rating ••••<br />

317


318<br />

FRANCE – TIGNES<br />

HOTEL LE PAQUIS (LE LAC)<br />

This charming, family run hotel lies in one of the best positions in<br />

Tignes, just 50m from the slopes, ski lifts, shops, bars and restaurants,<br />

and has stunning views of the surrounding mountains from all<br />

bedrooms. Finished in the traditional Savoyard style of wood and stone,<br />

there is a cosy bar and living room with an open fireplace to relax in at<br />

the end of the day.<br />

FACILITIES†: Bar and restaurant<br />

•Free use of planned sauna and<br />

steam room (for winter 2009/10)<br />

•Wifi<br />

ROOMS (2-3 PEOPLE): Spacious<br />

twin rooms, some with a bunk bed<br />

suitable for a child, have excellent<br />

views, flatscreen TV and bathroom<br />

with bath, shower and wc. Some<br />

rooms have a balcony.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board. Buffet<br />

breakfast and a five-course evening<br />

meal. Christmas and New Year Gala<br />

meals included.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 29<br />

PROPERTY CODE: X00H08<br />

HOTEL L'ECRIN DU VAL CLARET (VAL CLARET)<br />

A stunning hotel overlooking the lake at the entrance to Val Claret. This<br />

is easily one of the most luxurious hotels in Tignes with excellent<br />

service. <strong>The</strong> slopes of Val Claret are 400m away, the main resort centre<br />

with its shops, bars & restaurants is 500m away, the ski bus stop is 50m<br />

away.<br />

FACILITIES†: Bar/lounge with large<br />

open fireplace •Gourmet restaurant<br />

‘Le Chalet Bouvier’ •Breakfast room<br />

SPA FEATURES†: Free entry to<br />

nearby ‘Centre Aquatonic’ & use of<br />

indoor pool, sauna, steam room,<br />

aqua gym & fitness room •Cardio<br />

training, musculation & beauty<br />

treatments available.<br />

Important inforamtion about spa<br />

facilities - see page 374<br />

ROOMS (2-3 PEOPLE): Twin or<br />

double rooms with full bathroom,<br />

flat screen satellite TV, hairdryer,<br />

minibar & internet point. Most<br />

rooms have a balcony.<br />

ROOMS (2-4 PEOPLE):<br />

Interconnecting twin & double<br />

rooms sleeping 4 - ideal for families.<br />

Available on request.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Bed & Breakfast.<br />

Half Board option at a supplement.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 60<br />

PROPERTY CODE: X00H05<br />

LE HAMEAU DU BORSAT APARTMENTS<br />

(VAL CLARET)<br />

Overlooking Val Claret and just off the main piste, there is a minimarket<br />

& a patisserie nearby. <strong>The</strong>se apartments are ideal for those on a<br />

budget.<br />

ACCOMMODATION: All apartments<br />

have kitchenette with two hot plates<br />

and oven, shower or bath and wc.<br />

Bed linen included. Towels available<br />

for hire locally. End of staying<br />

cleaning payable locally.<br />

STUDIO (2-4 PEOPLE): Double sofa<br />

bed in the living area and pull down<br />

bunks in hallway.<br />

STUDIO CABINES (2-4 PEOPLE):<br />

Two single sofa beds (or a pull-out<br />

bed) in the living area and bunks or<br />

sofa bed & pull-out bed in a cabine<br />

area.<br />

APARTMENTS (2-6 PEOPLE): Single<br />

sofa bed and pull-out bed in living<br />

area, twin or double bedroom and<br />

bunks in a cabine room.<br />

DEPOSIT: Approx €300 per<br />

studio/apartment, payable locally on<br />

arrival.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Self Catering.<br />

Evening Meal and Half Board<br />

options available at a supplement.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★<br />

Please note: Extra services available -<br />

Please see page 374 for details and<br />

important information about<br />

apartments.<br />

PROPERTY CODE: X00A00<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk/tignes call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

Neilson Rating •••<br />

CENTRAL LOCATION<br />

WELLNESS AREA<br />

GOOD FOR GROUPS<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free use of planned<br />

sauna & steam room<br />

Neilson Rating ••••<br />

INDOOR POOL<br />

WELLNESS AREA<br />

GOOD FOR FAMILIES<br />

FAMILY ROOMS<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free use of indoor pool,<br />

sauna, steam room,<br />

aqua gym & fitness<br />

room in nearby 'Centre<br />

Aquatonic<br />

A handpicked selection of hotels<br />

offering first class spa facilities<br />

Neilson Rating ••<br />

<strong>SKI</strong> TO YOUR DOOR<br />

GOOD FOR GROUPS<br />

VALUE<br />

No frills accommodation at a cheaper price<br />

– where it's the skiing that really counts!


NEILSON CHALET CHARDONNET DU LAC (LE LAC)<br />

<strong>The</strong> first ever chalet to be built in Tignes, the charming Chalet<br />

Chardonnet is located only 100m from the nearest lift and 200m from<br />

the nightlife, and right on the shores of the lake. Light and airy, the<br />

lounge area is the perfect place to relax next to the stunning fireplace<br />

and enjoy the view from its huge picture window. This chalet is a firm<br />

favourite with our guests and many decide to return year after year to<br />

what we believe is one of the best located chalets in Tignes.<br />

ACCOMMODATION:<br />

LOWER GROUND FLOOR: Three<br />

twin bedrooms and one double<br />

bedroom, each with shower and wc.<br />

One large room with a double bed<br />

and a pull out bed, bath and wc.<br />

Relaxation area with sauna and hot<br />

tub, shower and wc. Small lounge<br />

with TV & DVD player.<br />

GROUND FLOOR: Large south<br />

facing living/dining room with<br />

terrace and views over the lake.<br />

Large double bedroom with ensuite<br />

bath and wc. Separate wc. Boot<br />

drying room.<br />

FIRST FLOOR: Three twin bedrooms<br />

each with shower and wc (one has a<br />

balcony), double bedroom with<br />

bath and wc, double bedroom with<br />

shower and wc. Rooms with a bath<br />

carry a supplement.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Super Service Chalet<br />

Board includes:<br />

•Welcome glass of sparkling wine<br />

•Hearty cooked breakfast<br />

•Daily snacks for the slopes<br />

•Afternoon tea, vin chaud, bread,<br />

jam, biscuits & a freshly baked cake<br />

TIGNES – FRANCE<br />

•Aperitifs served with pre-dinner<br />

snacks<br />

•Four course evening meal (on 6<br />

nights)<br />

•A selection of wines served with<br />

dinner<br />

•Fresh coffee & mints after dinner<br />

Also included in your Super Service<br />

Chalet:<br />

•Cosy duvets & pillows with a midweek<br />

linen & towel change<br />

•Bathrobes and slippers in every<br />

room<br />

•Complimentary toiletries<br />

•Complimentary mixers for your<br />

duty free<br />

Please note: Chalet staff live in.<br />

Pre-booked ski school is with Evo2.<br />

Children are welcome when part of<br />

a group booking the whole chalet.<br />

Generous discounts or free places<br />

may apply when sharing a room<br />

with 2 adults.<br />

PROPERTY CODE: X00C04<br />

Neilson Rating ••••<br />

Our finest catered chalets offering<br />

the highest levels of service<br />

SPECIAL OFFER – 2 DAYS FREE ACCESS TO RESORT SWIMMING POOL & ICE RINK WITH PRE-BOOKED LIFT PASS<br />

Basic Holiday Prices in £s per adult from<br />

12 Dec- 19 Dec- 26 Dec- 02 Jan- 23 Jan- 06 Feb- 13 Feb- 20 Feb- 06 Mar- 20 Mar- 27 Mar- 03 Apr- 10 Apr- Supplements in £s per person per night from: Child %<br />

the amounts shown.<br />

Nts 18 Dec 25 Dec 01 Jan 22 Jan 05 Feb 12 Feb 19 Feb 05 Mar 19 Mar 26 Mar 02 Apr 09 Apr 17 Apr (Unless otherwise stated)<br />

discount<br />

Chalet Les Andes<br />

X00C09 Chalet Board Chalet 7 459 1025 1219 629 705 759 1269 819 715 669 865 1049 885<br />

Chalet: Sole use of twin £37, Private bath £2, 3rd & 4th Adult<br />

redn. £31<br />

25%<br />

Village Montana Hotel & Suites<br />

X00H03 Half Board Room 2/4 7 859 1205 1229 955 1069 1099 1449 1155 1069 1065 1149 1339 1159<br />

Room 2/4: Sole use of twin £24, 3rd & 4th Adult redn. £16<br />

45%<br />

Suite 2/4 7 - 1685 1739 1305 1465 1595 1789 1679 1475 1475 1485 1709 1465<br />

Suite 2/4: 3rd & 4th Adult redn. £16<br />

Village Montana Residences<br />

X00A05 Self Catering Apt 2/4 7 365 645 749 405 475 549 809 539 559 519 579 709 609<br />

Apt 2/4: 3 share £11, 2 share £33<br />

10%<br />

Hotel Les Campanules<br />

X00H07 Half Board Room 2/3 7 759 1165 1619 965 975 1109 1459 1165 1149 1139 1209 1349 1299<br />

Room 2/3: Full Board £25, Sole use of twin £43<br />

25%<br />

Aparthotel Alpina<br />

X00A07 Half Board Studio 2/3 7 459 715 859 519 559 609 895 649 599 595 659 779 645<br />

Studio 2/3: 2share£8<br />

25%<br />

Larger Studio 2/4 7 485 739 885 545 585 635 919 675 625 619 685 805 669<br />

Larger Studio 2/4: 3share£6,2share£17<br />

Residence Nevada<br />

X00A13 Self Catering Apt 2/6 7 365 645 749 419 475 549 809 549 559 519 579 709 609<br />

Apt 2/6: 5 share £6, 4 share £15, 3 share £30, 2 share £60<br />

10%<br />

Chalet L’Armoise<br />

X00C05 Chalet Board Chalet 7 399 839 989 515 579 619 1039 679 589 555 715 865 729<br />

Chalet: Sole use of twin £27<br />

25%<br />

Hotel Le Gentiana<br />

X00H00 Half Board Room 2/3 7 569 885 1129 659 759 819 1159 869 829 779 829 1019 849<br />

Room 2/3: Single room £21, 3rd Adult redn. £6<br />

35%<br />

Residence L’Ecrin Des Neiges<br />

X00A11 Self Catering Apt 2/6 7 359 635 735 399 465 539 795 529 549 509 569 695 599<br />

Apt 2/6: 5 share £5, 4 share £13, 3 share £26, 2 share £52<br />

10%<br />

Apt 2/8 7 329 605 705 369 435 509 765 499 519 479 539 665 569<br />

Apt 2/8: 7 share £3, 6 share £7, 5 share £13, 4 share £22,<br />

3 share £36, 2 share £65<br />

Hotel Le Paquis<br />

X00H08 Half Board Room 2/3 7 609 915 1109 639 759 689 1089 779 815 765 815 999 835<br />

Room 2/3: Sole use of twin £74<br />

10%<br />

Hotel L’Ecrin Du Val Claret<br />

X00H05 Bed & Breakfast Room 2 7 - 899 1045 629 665 845 1129 835 649 639 699 959 905<br />

Room 2: Half Board £38, Sole use of twin £43<br />

10%<br />

Le Hameau Du Borsat Apartments<br />

X00A00 Self Catering Studio 2/4 7 269 435 589 315 369 389 679 389 365 355 399 499 429<br />

Studio 2/4: Half Board £27, Evening Meal £21, 3 share £5,<br />

2 share £16<br />

10%<br />

Studio Cabine 2/4 7 279 445 599 325 379 399 689 399 375 365 409 509 439<br />

Studio Cabine 2/4: Half Board £27, Evening Meal £21,<br />

3 share £6, 2 share £17<br />

Apt 2/6 7 279 445 599 325 379 399 689 399 375 365 409 509 439<br />

Apt 2/6: Half Board £27, Evening Meal £21, 5 share £3,<br />

4 share £9, 3 share £17, 2 share £34<br />

Chalet Chardonnet du Lac<br />

X00C04 Chalet Board Chalet 7 439 1005 1199 615 689 745 1249 805 699 659 849 1029 869<br />

Chalet: Sole use of twin £35, Private bath £2, 3rd Adult<br />

redn. £28<br />

25%<br />

Prices are a guide only & will be confirmed on enquiry. Adult prices in £ sterling start from the amounts shown & apply to selected flight departures between each date range based on current charges & costs. Prices may go up or down & supplements (e.g. flight &/or fuel), or reductions may apply. Supplements ‘from’ are based on low season dates. For full details on how to price your holiday, charges,<br />

supplements & surcharges see ‘Your Holiday Price’ page 368. For important Holiday Information & Booking Conditions see pages 368 - 385. †Some facilities may incur a local charge. LOW 12-18Dec,02-29Jan,13-26Mar.MID 19-25Dec,30Jan-12Feb,20Feb-12Mar,27Mar-17Apr.HIGH 26 Dec - 01 Jan, 13 - 19 Feb. NS319a<br />

LIFT PASS (6 DAYS)<br />

<strong>SKI</strong>ER’S PACK (6 DAYS)<br />

<strong>SNOWBOARD</strong>ER’S PACK (6 DAYS)<br />

<strong>SKI</strong>/BOARD EQUIPMENT (6 DAYS) ADULT CHILD* <strong>SKI</strong>/BOARD TUITION<br />

Adult (14-64yrs) .......................................................... £199<br />

Child (5-13yrs) ............................................................ £169<br />

Senior (65-74yrs) ........................................................ £169<br />

Lift pass pass covers Espace Killy (Tignes & Val d’Isere) ski<br />

area & 2 days free access to ’Le Lagon’ swimming pool & the<br />

resort ice rink. Free lift pass for children 0-4yrs & 75yrs+.<br />

Includes handsfree keycard.<br />

Adult - Complete Beginner †† ..................................... £375<br />

Adult - Intermediate .................................................... £385<br />

Child - Complete Beginner †† ..................................... £349<br />

Child - Intermediate .................................................... £339<br />

Ski Pack Ages: Adult = 14yrs+, Child = 5-11yrs.<br />

Includes: 5 days x 3hrs tuition, 6 days lift pass & 6 days<br />

standard ski & boot hire. Includes handsfree keycard.<br />

Adult - Complete Beginner †† ..................................... £399<br />

Adult - Intermediate .................................................... £409<br />

Child - Complete Beginner †† ..................................... £359<br />

Child - Intermediate .................................................... £369<br />

Snowboard Pack Ages: Adult = 14yrs+, Child = 8-11yrs.<br />

Includes: 5 days x 3hrs tuition, 6 days lift pass & 6 days<br />

standard snowboard & boot hire. Includes handsfree keycard.<br />

TIGNES VAL CLARET <strong>SKI</strong> PACK<br />

For Tignes Le Lac properties see reservations system<br />

Skis & boots beginner ................................. £55 £45<br />

Skis & boots intermediate ........................... £85 -<br />

Skis & boots superior .................................. £99 -<br />

Skis only beginner ...................................... £35 £35<br />

Skis only intermediate ................................ £59 -<br />

Skis only superior ....................................... £79 -<br />

Snowboard & boots .................................... £85 £85<br />

Snowboard only ......................................... £69 £69<br />

Helmet** .................................................... - Included<br />

*Child skis & boots = 3-11yrs, *Child board & boots = 8-11yrs.<br />

**All child equipment hire includes a helmet.<br />

Adult ski school (5x3hrs) ............................................ £149<br />

Child ski school (5x3hrs) ............................................. £159<br />

Snowboard school (5x3hrs) ........................................ £155<br />

Child ski school = 5-12yrs. Snowboard school = 8yrs+.<br />

IMPORTANT: †† Complete beginner = Ability Level 0, Intermediate = Ability Level 1-4. Ability levels must be stated at the time of booking - see page 13 for details. Special Offers may be withdrawn at any time. Prices are in £s and are approximate - please see reservation system, our website or call us for more details.<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk/tignes call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Sleeps 22-23<br />

11 bedrooms<br />

All bedrooms ensuite<br />

Log fire<br />

Free use of sauna & hot<br />

tub<br />

Free afternoon tea<br />

Free wine served with<br />

dinner<br />

319


320<br />

FRANCE – ALPE D’HUEZ<br />

“A high altitude, fun<br />

and friendly resort,<br />

the ultimate<br />

example of a ‘greatall-rounder’”<br />

Fair Excellent<br />

BEGINNERS<br />

INTERMEDIATES<br />

ADVANCED<br />

OFF-PISTE<br />

NON <strong>SKI</strong>ERS<br />

FAMILIES<br />

NIGHTLIFE<br />

MOUNTAIN<br />

Skiing Altitude 1120m–3320m<br />

Resort Altitude 1860m<br />

Pistes 238km<br />

Number of Runs 114<br />

32% 29% 27% 12%<br />

Number of lifts 87<br />

Drags 42 / Chairs 24 / Gondolas 2<br />

Cable Cars 16<br />

Longest Run 16km<br />

Direction of Slopes N,S<br />

Glacier yes<br />

Terrain Parks yes<br />

Half Pipe yes<br />

Cross Country Trails 50km<br />

Night Skiing no<br />

Mountain Restaurants 15<br />

Snowmaking 22% runs covered<br />

Resort Ski Bus yes<br />

Linked Resorts Serre Chevalier & Les<br />

Deux Alpes (Linked by bus)<br />

FAMILY<br />

Babycare See Hotel Club Les Bergers<br />

Crèche See Hotel Club Les Bergers<br />

Ski Kindergarten 4-5yrs<br />

See page 373 or<br />

neilson.co.uk/childcare for more info.<br />

TRAVEL<br />

Departure Airports Gatwick,<br />

Birmingham, Manchester & Glasgow*<br />

Destination Airport Grenoble<br />

Season 12 Dec-10 Apr<br />

Departure Day Saturday<br />

Flight Guide see page 384<br />

Transfer Time 2hrs<br />

Private taxi transfers available -<br />

please call us for details<br />

Self Drive See page 368<br />

*Glasgow - departures on 26 Dec & 3<br />

Apr only.<br />

Glorious sunshine, clear blue skies<br />

(except when it’s snowing) and mile<br />

after mile of varied slopes to explore;<br />

this popular resort is set on a high<br />

plateau in the Grande Rousses area of<br />

the Southern French Alps.<br />

Renowned for its sunshine record &<br />

excellent lift system opening up<br />

extensive skiing and boarding<br />

options. Expect great snow<br />

conditions here due to the altitude,<br />

glacier and snowmaking facilities.<br />

This ski area has something to<br />

challenge all abilities from long and<br />

taxing black runs to the open green<br />

& blue beginner slopes.<br />

ol du<br />

ouard<br />

La<br />

illette<br />

jany<br />

50m<br />

FAMILY RESORT • LEARN TO TURN RESORT • <strong>SKI</strong> LEADING • GLACIER • SELF DRIVE<br />

La<br />

Maurienne<br />

Oz-en-Oisans<br />

1350m<br />

Montfrais<br />

1650m<br />

Villard Reculas<br />

1480m<br />

L'Alpette<br />

2050m<br />

Signal<br />

2115m<br />

One of our top ten resorts for<br />

families, the facilities and off slope<br />

activities offered here are as varied as<br />

the slopes themselves. <strong>The</strong>re is a<br />

good selection of cafés, bars and<br />

restaurants to suit every taste and<br />

budget and the lively après-ski can<br />

continue well into the early hours in<br />

the handful of clubs on offer. Above<br />

all a high altitude, fun and friendly<br />

resort, the ultimate example of a<br />

‘great-all-rounder’.<br />

Dome des<br />

Petites Rousses<br />

2800m<br />

ALPE D'HUEZ<br />

1860m<br />

Etendard<br />

3470m<br />

2<br />

Huez<br />

1500m<br />

PIC BLANC<br />

3330m<br />

Tunnel<br />

Plat de<br />

Marmottes<br />

2300m<br />

ACTIVITIES<br />

• Ice Skating<br />

• Ice Driving<br />

• Parapenting<br />

• Helicopter Trips<br />

• Cinema<br />

• Swimming Pools<br />

• Squash<br />

• Tennis<br />

• Microlites<br />

• Snowmobiling<br />

• Ice Cave<br />

2800m<br />

Glacier de<br />

Sarenne<br />

Gorges<br />

de Sarenn<br />

Signal De<br />

L'Homme<br />

2175m<br />

Auris-en-Oisans<br />

1600m<br />

LIFT PASS & TUITION<br />

PRICE PROMISE<br />

See page 371<br />

SCENIC RIDE<br />

Check out the stunning alpine<br />

scenery from up high in a<br />

helicopter, or take a trip over to<br />

Les Deux Alpes for a days skiing<br />

or boarding.<br />

GLACIAL ICE CARVINGS<br />

Suitable for all ages, skiers or<br />

pedestrians go up the mountain<br />

to see the amazing ice sculptures<br />

carved into the glacier.


NEILSON CHALET EDELWEISS<br />

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ALPE D’HUEZ – FRANCE<br />

A cosy wooden chalet with uninterrupted panoramic views, a roaring<br />

log fire, delicious food & wine and your own pine clad sauna. <strong>The</strong>re is a<br />

blue run behind the chalet that runs down to the ‘Les Bergers’ area<br />

where the ski school meets & there is a small commercial centre. <strong>The</strong><br />

main resort centre is a mile away down the hill and is serviced by a bus<br />

that stops 50m away. Beginner skiers will have to catch the bus to the<br />

ski school meeting point each day until they are confident enough to<br />

ski on blue runs.<br />

ACCOMMODATION:<br />

LOWER GROUND FLOOR: Sauna<br />

and three twin bedrooms each with<br />

shower and wc.<br />

GROUND FLOOR: Spacious<br />

living/dining room with comfortable<br />

leather sofas, a log fire, TV & DVD<br />

player. One twin bedroom with bath<br />

and wc.<br />

FIRST FLOOR: Four double<br />

bedrooms, two have small bath and<br />

wc and two larger rooms with<br />

shower, wc and balcony.<br />

NEILSON CHALET DIANE<br />

BOARD BASIS: Chalet Board. Daily<br />

breakfast & afternoon tea with<br />

freshly baked cake; home-cooked<br />

three course evening meal on six<br />

nights served with wine and after<br />

dinner coffee.<br />

Please note: Chalet staff live in.<br />

Children are welcome when part of<br />

a group booking the whole chalet.<br />

Generous discounts or free places<br />

may apply when sharing a room<br />

with 2 adults.<br />

PROPERTY CODE: X07C03<br />

This stunning, traditional style Chalet lies in the quieter Altiport area<br />

1.5km from the resort centre and benefits from easy access to the<br />

slopes. After a hard day’s skiing or boarding, come back to a home<br />

cooked meal in a warm and cosy chalet. 400m downhill to the ski lift<br />

and the ski bus stops 100m away.<br />

ACCOMMODATION:<br />

GROUND FLOOR: One twin room<br />

with shower and wc and one triple<br />

room with a single and bunk beds,<br />

shower and wc.<br />

FIRST FLOOR: Spacious<br />

lounge/dining area with<br />

comfortable sofas, log fire, TV and<br />

DVD player. One twin room with<br />

shower and wc. One twin with bath<br />

and separate wc.<br />

SECOND FLOOR: Large double<br />

room with bath, shower, wc and<br />

balcony. Triple room with three<br />

single beds, shower and wc. Double<br />

room with shower and wc.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Super Service Chalet<br />

Board - see page 375<br />

Please note: Chalet staff live out.<br />

Children are welcome when part of<br />

a group booking the whole chalet.<br />

Generous discounts or free places<br />

may apply when sharing a room<br />

with 2 adults.<br />

PROPERTY CODE: X07C06<br />

Neilson Rating ••••<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Sleeps 16<br />

8 bedrooms<br />

All bedrooms ensuite<br />

Log fire<br />

Private sauna<br />

Free afternoon tea<br />

Free wine served with<br />

dinner<br />

Our finest catered chalets offering<br />

the highest levels of service<br />

Neilson Rating ••••<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Sleeps 14-16<br />

7 bedrooms<br />

Log fire<br />

Free afternoon tea<br />

Free wine served with<br />

dinner<br />

Unique and charming catered chalets<br />

located in the best resorts<br />

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322<br />

FRANCE – ALPE D’HUEZ<br />

HOTEL ROYAL OURS BLANC<br />

Standing out with its unusual design, in a central location ideal for the<br />

many bars & restaurants in resort. <strong>The</strong> basket lift to the ski school &<br />

slopes is 400m away & the ski bus stop is within walking distance. <strong>The</strong><br />

hotel also provides a free shuttle service to the lifts.<br />

FACILITIES†: Free use of indoor<br />

pool, fitness room, steam room &<br />

sauna •Lounge/bar area with<br />

fireplace •24 hour reception & room<br />

service •Hydrotherapy & massage<br />

services available •Wifi<br />

ROOMS (2-3 PEOPLE): Standard<br />

(Silver) twin or double rooms,<br />

satellite TV, hairdryer, safe,<br />

bathroom & balcony. Superior (Gold<br />

rooms) & Superior-Luxe (Platinum<br />

rooms with jetted bath) at a<br />

supplement. Some take a 3rd bed,<br />

suitable for one adult or two<br />

children.<br />

L’OURS BLANC APARTMENTS<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board. Buffet<br />

breakfast, five course evening meal.<br />

Christmas & New Year meals<br />

included.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 51<br />

PROPERTY CODE: X07H04<br />

An ideal central location, 50m from the shops, bars & restaurants,<br />

400m from the mid station of the ‘Tele Centre’ lift. Refurbished<br />

‘Privilege’ apartments offer more quality.<br />

ACCOMMODATION: All studios and<br />

apartments have a kitchenette with<br />

mini oven & dishwasher, TV, shower,<br />

wc & balcony. Bed linen, towels,<br />

cleaning pack & end of stay cleaning<br />

(except kitchen & washing up)<br />

included.<br />

STUDIOS (2-4 PEOPLE): Approx<br />

23m 2 .Living room with a double or<br />

two single sofa beds & bunks in<br />

entrance hall.<br />

'PRIVILEGE' APARTMENTS (2-4<br />

PEOPLE): Approx 25m 2 . As above,<br />

double bedroom instead of bunks -<br />

prices on reservations system.<br />

APARTMENTS (2-5 PEOPLE): Approx<br />

26m 2 . As above with extra pull-out<br />

bed in lounge.<br />

'PRIVILEGE' APARTMENTS (2-5<br />

PEOPLE): Approx 40m 2 . As above -<br />

prices on reservations system.<br />

DUPLEX APARTMENTS (2-7<br />

PEOPLE): Approx 40m2 . Living<br />

room with two sofa beds and pullout<br />

bed. Double bedroom & cabine<br />

with bunks on upper level. Extra<br />

shower room with wc.<br />

DUPLEX 'PRIVILEGE' APARTMENTS<br />

(2-7 PEOPLE): Approx 46-54m2 . As<br />

above but pull-out bed in bedroom -<br />

prices on reservations system.<br />

DEPOSIT: Approx €200 per<br />

studio/apartment, payable on<br />

arrival.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Self Catering.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★<br />

Please note: Extra services available -<br />

please see page 374 for details and<br />

important information about<br />

apartments.<br />

PROPERTY CODE: X07A00<br />

QUARTIER DES BERGERS APARTMENTS<br />

<strong>The</strong>se comfortable apartments have all the benefits of a self catering<br />

base, plus on site facilities. Situated in Les Bergers area of the resort,<br />

approximately 100m from the chairlift and 200m from the ski hire shop.<br />

FACILITIES†: Lounge area with<br />

open fire •Bar •Restaurant •Free use<br />

of heated outdoor pool & fitness<br />

area •Sauna<br />

ACCOMMODATION: All studios<br />

and apartments have a kitchenette<br />

with mini oven and dishwasher, TV,<br />

balcony, bath, shower and wc. Bed<br />

linen, towels, cleaning pack and end<br />

of stay cleaning (except kitchen and<br />

washing up) included.<br />

STUDIOS (2-4 PEOPLE): Approx.<br />

28-31m 2 . Cabine with twin or bunk<br />

beds, one sofa bed and pull out bed<br />

in the living area.<br />

STUDIOS (2-6 PEOPLE): Approx.<br />

38m 2 . As above with the addition of<br />

a double sofa bed in the living area.<br />

APARTMENTS (2-6 PEOPLE):<br />

Double bedroom, living area with<br />

single sofa bed and pull-out bed &<br />

cabine with bunks.<br />

DEPOSIT: Approx €200 per<br />

studio/apartment, payable on<br />

arrival.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Self Catering. Half<br />

Board and seven night dinner plan<br />

available at a supplement.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★<br />

Please note: Extra services available -<br />

please see page 374 for details and<br />

important information about<br />

apartments.<br />

PROPERTY CODE: X07A03<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk/alpedhuez call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

Neilson Rating ••••<br />

CENTRAL LOCATION<br />

INDOOR POOL<br />

WELLNESS AREA<br />

FAMILY ROOMS<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free wine with dinner<br />

on the first night of<br />

your holiday: Valid for<br />

all guests arriving 2-30<br />

Jan; 13-20 Mar<br />

Free use of pool, sauna<br />

& steam room<br />

Neilson Rating<br />

•••/•••+<br />

FREE CHILD PLACES<br />

Neilson Rating •••<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free use of heated<br />

outdoor pool and<br />

fitness room


NEILSON CHALET LE LAC BLANC I<br />

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ALPE D’HUEZ – FRANCE<br />

Coupled with Le Lac Blanc II (below), these are the best located chalets<br />

in the resort; on the slopes with the main ski lift just 70m away, the ski<br />

school meeting point 100m and the resort centre only 500m away.<br />

ACCOMMODATION: Located<br />

above a piste-side restaurant that is<br />

only open in the daytime, you<br />

access the chalet by an enclosed<br />

staircase at the rear of the chalets.<br />

This enclosed entrance has a ski and<br />

boot storage area with boot<br />

warmers.<br />

FIRST FLOOR: Open plan dining<br />

and living area with comfortable<br />

seating, TV, DVD player and kitchen<br />

area.<br />

SECOND FLOOR: Five twin bedded<br />

rooms all with shower and wc. (Two<br />

twin rooms share a balcony.)<br />

THIRD FLOOR: Two twin rooms<br />

sharing a shower and wc. <strong>The</strong>se<br />

rooms are attic style rooms with a<br />

sloping ceiling and are at a<br />

reduction.<br />

NEILSON CHALET LE LAC BLANC II<br />

BOARD BASIS: Chalet Board. Daily<br />

breakfast & afternoon tea with<br />

freshly baked cake; home-cooked<br />

three course evening meal on six<br />

nights served with wine and after<br />

dinner coffee.<br />

Please note: Chalet staff live in.<br />

PROPERTY CODE: X07C04<br />

As with its sister chalet, Le Lac Blanc I, Le Lac Blanc II is in the most<br />

enviable position in Alpe D’Huez making it an ideal choice for all.<br />

Located on the slopes, the main lift is just 70m away, ski school meeting<br />

point 100m away and resort centre 500m away. Beautifully designed<br />

and built, the accommodation is cosy, laid out with comfort in mind.<br />

ACCOMMODATION: Located<br />

above a piste-side restaurant that is<br />

only open in the daytime, you<br />

access the chalet by an enclosed<br />

staircase at the rear of the chalets.<br />

This enclosed entrance has a ski and<br />

boot storage area with boot<br />

warmers.<br />

FIRST FLOOR: Open-plan dining<br />

and living area with comfortable<br />

seating, TV, DVD player and kitchen<br />

area.<br />

SECOND FLOOR: Five twin bedded<br />

rooms all with shower and wc. (Two<br />

twin rooms share a balcony.)<br />

THIRD FLOOR: Two twin rooms<br />

sharing a shower and wc. <strong>The</strong>se are<br />

attic style rooms with a sloping<br />

ceiling and are at a reduction.<br />

HOTEL LES GRANDES ROUSSES<br />

BOARD BASIS: Chalet Board. Daily<br />

breakfast & afternoon tea with<br />

freshly baked cake; home-cooked<br />

three course evening meal on six<br />

nights served with wine and after<br />

dinner coffee.<br />

Please note: Chalet staff live in.<br />

PROPERTY CODE: X07C05<br />

Hotel Les Grandes Rousses is a comfortable, welcoming and perfectly<br />

situated property for those that want excellent access to the slopes as<br />

well as all of the resorts amenities, lying just 30m to the nearest lift and<br />

100m to the resort centre.<br />

FACILITIES†: Restaurant, bar &<br />

terrace •24 hour reception •Free use<br />

of indoor pool, sauna, hot tub &<br />

fitness room •Wifi<br />

ROOMS (2-4 PEOPLE): Spacious<br />

twin or double rooms with TV and<br />

bathroom with bath, shower and<br />

wc. Some rooms have a balcony.<br />

Superior rooms with a balcony and<br />

duplex family suites are available at<br />

a supplement.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board. Buffet<br />

breakfast and evening meal.<br />

Christmas and New Year meals<br />

included.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★<br />

PROPERTY CODE: X07H01<br />

Neilson Rating •••+<br />

<strong>SKI</strong> IN <strong>SKI</strong> OUT<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Sleeps 14<br />

7 bedrooms<br />

Free afternoon tea<br />

Free wine served with<br />

dinner<br />

Unique and charming catered chalets<br />

located in the best resorts<br />

Neilson Rating •••+<br />

<strong>SKI</strong> IN <strong>SKI</strong> OUT<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Sleeps 14<br />

7 bedrooms<br />

Free afternoon tea<br />

Free wine served with<br />

dinner<br />

Unique and charming catered chalets<br />

located in the best resorts<br />

Neilson Rating •••+<br />

<strong>SKI</strong> TO YOUR DOOR<br />

CENTRAL LOCATION<br />

INDOOR POOL<br />

WELLNESS AREA<br />

FAMILY ROOMS<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free use of indoor pool,<br />

sauna, hot tub & fitness<br />

room<br />

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324<br />

FRANCE – ALPE D’HUEZ<br />

HOTEL PIC BLANC<br />

Ideally located in the ‘Bergers’ area, close to the slopes, 100m to the<br />

Telecabine lift, 600m to the main resort centre. This is a superb quality<br />

hotel in a great location with lovely views. <strong>The</strong> large log fire, attentive<br />

staff and south facing terrace add to the ambience.<br />

FACILITIES†: Restaurant & bar •Free<br />

use of indoor pool, sauna, steam<br />

room & fitness room •Parking •24<br />

hour reception •Wifi<br />

ROOMS (2-4 PEOPLE): Twin<br />

bedded rooms with minibar, satellite<br />

TV, hairdryer & safety deposit box,<br />

shower, wc & balcony. Larger<br />

superior rooms with twin beds<br />

(some with extra bed) for 3 adults or<br />

2 adults & 2 children, with bath,<br />

shower, wc & balcony available at a<br />

supplement.<br />

LES MELEZES APARTMENTS<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board. Buffet<br />

breakfast, three course evening<br />

meal. Christmas & New Year Gala<br />

meals included.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 94<br />

PROPERTY CODE: X07H07<br />

Simple accommodation, 1km from the resort centre, 250m from a<br />

supermarket and 500m from the ski lift. <strong>The</strong> ski bus stops outside.<br />

FACILITIES†: Reception/Lounge area<br />

ACCOMMODATION: Kitchenette<br />

with dishwasher, TV, balcony, bath,<br />

shower & wc. Bed linen, towels,<br />

cleaning pack and end of stay<br />

cleaning (except kitchen and<br />

washing up) included.<br />

APARTMENTS (2-4 PEOPLE):<br />

Approx 25m 2 . Double bedroom and<br />

living area with one sofa bed & a<br />

pull-out bed<br />

STUDIOS (2-5 PEOPLE): Approx<br />

25m 2 . Living area as above, cabine<br />

with bunk beds and 1 bed above a<br />

cupboard.<br />

BERGERS APARTMENTS<br />

APARTMENTS (2-6 PEOPLE):<br />

Approx 30m 2 . Double bedroom,<br />

living area as above & a cabine with<br />

bunks.<br />

DEPOSIT: Approx €200 per unit<br />

BOARD BASIS: Self Catering.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★<br />

Please note: Extra services available -<br />

Please see page 374 for details and<br />

important information about<br />

apartments.<br />

PROPERTY CODE: X07A05<br />

Lying at the foot of the pistes in the Bergers area, 50m from the local<br />

shopping centre and 600m from the resort centre. <strong>The</strong>se apartments<br />

are a great base from which to explore the resort.<br />

FACILITIES†: Reception •TV rental<br />

available locally •Wifi •Laundrette<br />

ACCOMMODATION: Bed linen,<br />

towels available for hire locally. End<br />

of stay cleaning payable locally.<br />

STUDIOS (2-4 PEOPLE): Approx 23-<br />

25m 2 . Well equipped kitchenette<br />

with dishwasher, bathroom,<br />

separate wc, lounge/ dining area<br />

with 2 single sofa beds & a<br />

partitioned area with 2 bunk beds or<br />

2 single sofa beds. Studios with<br />

balcony also available.<br />

DEPOSIT: Approx €250 per studio,<br />

payable on arrival.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Self Catering.<br />

Please note: Extra services available -<br />

Please see page 374 for details and<br />

important information about<br />

apartments.<br />

PROPERTY CODE: X07A06<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk/alpedhuez call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

Neilson Rating ••••<br />

<strong>SKI</strong> TO YOUR DOOR<br />

INDOOR POOL<br />

WELLNESS AREA<br />

FAMILY ROOMS<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free bottle of wine for<br />

Neilson guests on arrival<br />

Free use of indoor pool,<br />

sauna, steam room &<br />

fitness room<br />

Neilson Rating ••+<br />

VALUE<br />

No frills accommodation at a cheaper price<br />

– where it's the skiing that really counts!<br />

Neilson Rating •••<br />

FREE CHILD PLACES<br />

VALUE<br />

No frills accommodation at a cheaper price<br />

– where it's the skiing that really counts!


Basic Holiday Prices in £s per adult from<br />

the amounts shown.<br />

Chalet Edelweiss<br />

12 Dec- 19 Dec- 26 Dec- 02 Jan- 23 Jan- 06 Feb- 13 Feb- 20 Feb- 06 Mar- 20 Mar- 27 Mar- 03 Apr- 10 Apr-<br />

Nts 18 Dec 25 Dec 01 Jan 22 Jan 05 Feb 12 Feb 19 Feb 05 Mar 19 Mar 26 Mar 02 Apr 09 Apr 17 Apr<br />

Supplements in £s per person per night from:<br />

(Unless otherwise stated)<br />

X07C03 Chalet Board Chalet 7 - 955 1139 585 659 709 1189 769 669 625 809 979 829<br />

Chalet: Sole use of twin £31<br />

25%<br />

Chalet Diane<br />

X07C06 Chalet Board Chalet 7 - 879 1049 539 605 649 1099 709 615 579 745 905 765<br />

Chalet: Sole use of twin £28, 3rd Adult redn. £23<br />

25%<br />

Hotel Royal Ours Blanc<br />

X07H04 Half Board Room 2 7 709 1009 1259 699 859 929 1169 929 849 769 779 989 879<br />

Room 2: Confort Room £7, Superior room £30, Sole use of<br />

twin £42, 3rd Adult redn. £45<br />

10%<br />

L’Ours Blanc Apartments<br />

X07A00 Self Catering Studio 2/4 7 - 489 649 319 369 395 769 435 369 345 415 475 435<br />

Studio 2/4: 3 share £5, 2 share £15<br />

10%<br />

Apt 2/5 7 - 479 639 309 359 385 759 425 359 335 405 465 425<br />

Apt 2/5: 4 share £4, 3 share £10, 2 share £23<br />

Apt 2/7 7 - 469 629 299 349 375 749 415 349 325 395 455 415<br />

Apt 2/7: 6 share £3, 5 share £6, 4 share £11, 3 share £20,<br />

2 share £38<br />

Quartier Des Bergers Apartments<br />

X07A03 Self Catering Studio 2/4 7 265 515 679 335 385 415 805 459 389 365 429 495 455<br />

Studio 2/4: Half Board £24, Confort Room £17, Meal Option<br />

£8, 3 share £6, 2 share £17<br />

10%<br />

Studio 2/6 7 255 505 669 325 375 405 795 449 379 355 419 485 445<br />

Studio 2/6: Half Board £24, Confort Room £17, Meal Option<br />

£8,5share£3,4share£8,3share£16,2share£31<br />

Apt 2/6 7 265 515 679 335 385 415 805 459 389 365 429 495 455<br />

Apt 2/6: Half Board £24, Confort Room £17, Meal Option £8,<br />

5 share £4, 4 share £9, 3 share £18, 2 share £36<br />

Chalet Le Lac Blanc I<br />

X07C04 Chalet Board Chalet 7 529 899 1075 549 619 665 1125 725 629 589 759 925 779<br />

Chalet: Sole use of twin £32, Shared facilities redn. £1<br />

25%<br />

Chalet Le Lac Blanc II<br />

X07C05 Chalet Board Chalet 7 529 899 1075 549 619 665 1125 725 629 589 759 925 779<br />

Chalet: Sole use of twin £32, Shared facilities redn. £1<br />

25%<br />

Hotel Les Grandes Rousses<br />

X07H01 Half Board Room 2 7 489 785 1049 539 559 569 1119 689 549 549 609 729 679<br />

Room 2: Sole use of twin £55, Family Suite £53, Superior<br />

room £25, 3rd & 4th Adult redn. £30<br />

10%<br />

Hotel Pic Blanc<br />

X07H07 Half Board Room 2/3 7 659 895 1215 715 725 739 1275 919 749 719 749 939 889<br />

Room 2/3: Sole use of twin £84, Superior room £1, 3rd & 4th<br />

Adult redn. £19<br />

10%<br />

Les Melezes Apartments<br />

X07A05 Self Catering Apt 2/4 7 - 475 629 309 355 379 749 419 359 335 399 459 419<br />

Apt 2/4: 3 share £5, 2 share £16<br />

10%<br />

Studio 2/5 7 - 449 605 285 329 355 725 395 335 309 375 435 395<br />

Studio 2/5: 4 share £3, 3 share £8, 2 share £18<br />

Apt 2/6 7 - 455 609 289 335 359 729 399 339 315 379 439 399<br />

Apt 2/6: 5 share £3, 4 share £6, 3 share £13, 2 share £25<br />

Bergers Apartments<br />

X07A06 Self Catering Studio 2/4 7 - 475 629 309 355 379 749 419 359 335 399 459 419<br />

Studio 2/4: 3 share £5, 2 share £14<br />

10%<br />

Hotel Club Les Bergers<br />

X07H09 Full Board Room 2/4 7 - 795 1029 599 695 779 1079 819 729 679 709 859 809<br />

Room 2/4: Sole use of twin £66<br />

10%<br />

Prices are a guide only & will be confirmed on enquiry. Adult prices in £ sterling start from the amounts shown & apply to selected flight departures between each date range based on current charges & costs. Prices may go up or down & supplements (e.g. flight &/or fuel), or reductions may apply. Supplements ‘from’ are based on low season dates. For full details on how to price your holiday, charges,<br />

supplements & surcharges see ‘Your Holiday Price’ page 368. For important Holiday Information & Booking Conditions see pages 368 - 385. †Some facilities may incur a local charge. LOW 12-18Dec,02-29Jan,13-26Mar.MID 19-25Dec,30Jan-12Feb,20Feb-12Mar,27Mar-17Apr.HIGH 26 Dec - 01 Jan, 13 - 19 Feb. NS325a<br />

LIFT PASS (6 DAYS)<br />

Adult (13-64yrs) .......................................................... £169<br />

Child (5-12yrs) ............................................................ £125<br />

Senior (65-72yrs) ........................................................ £125<br />

Lift pass includes all Alpe d’Huez lifts & 2 days access to<br />

Grand Galaxie (Les Deux Alpes, Serre Chevalier, Puy St<br />

Vincent, Voie Lactee Italienne). Free lift pass for children<br />

0-4yrs & Seniors 73yrs+. Includes handsfree keycard.<br />

<strong>SKI</strong>ER’S PACK (6 DAYS)<br />

Adult - Complete Beginner †† ..................................... £319<br />

Adult - Intermediate .................................................... £329<br />

Child - Complete Beginner †† ..................................... £259<br />

Child - Intermediate .................................................... £269<br />

Ski Pack Ages: Adult = 13yrs+, Child = 8-12yrs.<br />

Includes: 6 days x 2hrs45m tuition, 6 days lift pass & 6 days<br />

standard ski & boot hire. Includes handsfree keycard.<br />

HOTEL CLUB LES BERGERS<br />

<strong>SNOWBOARD</strong>ER’S PACK (6 DAYS)<br />

Adult - Complete Beginner †† ..................................... £330<br />

Adult - Intermediate .................................................... £345<br />

Child - Complete Beginner †† ..................................... £269<br />

Child - Intermediate .................................................... £289<br />

Snowboard Pack Ages: Adult = 13yrs+, Child = 8-12yrs.<br />

Includes: 6 days x 2hrs30m tuition, 6 days lift pass & 6 days<br />

standard snowboard & boot hire. Includes handsfree keycard.<br />

ALPE D’HUEZ <strong>SKI</strong> PACK<br />

ALPE D’HUEZ – FRANCE<br />

Exceptionally well positioned, Club Les Bergers has a superb south<br />

facing sun terrace, right at the foot of the slopes. Families will enjoy the<br />

entertainments area and two bright sunny restaurants.<br />

FACILITIES†: Bar •Restaurant •Disco<br />

•Daily maid service •Wifi •Special<br />

entry rate to resort sports complex<br />

•Family entertainment<br />

HOTEL OPERATED KIDS’ CLUB<br />

•FREE non-skiing Mini Club for 4-<br />

12yrs. This club operates 5 days a<br />

week, for approximately 6 hours a<br />

day (9-12am & 2-5pm), meal times<br />

not included.<br />

• Baby club for ages 18 months to 3<br />

years. 5 half days per week, meal<br />

times not included. <strong>The</strong>re is a<br />

charge of approximately €100 to<br />

be paid locally. Space should be<br />

requested for am or pm sessions<br />

via Neilson at the time of booking.<br />

ROOMS (2-4 PEOPLE): Twin, triple<br />

& four bedded rooms with TV, bath<br />

or shower & wc. Triple rooms have<br />

double and single or three single<br />

beds. <strong>The</strong> third bed is suitable for<br />

children only (max 16 yrs). Four<br />

bedded rooms are two adjoining<br />

twin rooms.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Full Board. Buffet<br />

breakfast, packed lunch or hotel<br />

buffet. Complimentary wine is<br />

served with the buffet style evening<br />

meal. Some themed or speciality<br />

nights. Christmas & New Year meals<br />

included.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 194<br />

PROPERTY CODE: X07H09<br />

<strong>SKI</strong>/BOARD EQUIPMENT (6 DAYS) ADULT CHILD*<br />

Skis & boots beginner ................................. £55 £45<br />

Skis & boots intermediate ........................... £79 -<br />

Skis & boots superior .................................. £95 -<br />

Skis only beginner ...................................... £49 £39<br />

Skis only intermediate ................................ £65 -<br />

Skis only superior ....................................... £69 -<br />

Snowboard & boots .................................... £89 £89<br />

Snowboard only ......................................... £59 £59<br />

Helmet** .................................................... - Included<br />

*Child skis & boots = 3-11yrs, *Child board & boots = 8yrs+.<br />

**All child equipment hire includes a helmet.<br />

Neilson Rating •••<br />

<strong>SKI</strong> IN <strong>SKI</strong> OUT<br />

GOOD FOR FAMILIES<br />

CHILDREN’S CLUB<br />

FAMILY ROOMS<br />

Child %<br />

discount<br />

<strong>SKI</strong>/BOARD TUITION<br />

Adult ski school (6x2hrs45m) ..................................... £129<br />

Child ski school (6x2hrs45m) ...................................... £119<br />

Snowboard school (6x2hrs30m) ................................. £109<br />

Ski Kindergarten* 4-5yrs (6x3hrs30m) ........................ £189<br />

Non Ski Kindergarten* 3-5yrs (6x3hrs30m) ................ £189<br />

Child ski school = 5-12yrs. Snowboard school = 8yrs+.<br />

*Ski & Non-Ski Kindergarten includes lunch.<br />

IMPORTANT: †† Complete beginner = Ability Level 0, Intermediate = Ability Level 1-4. Ability levels must be stated at the time of booking - see page 13 for details. Special Offers may be withdrawn at any time. Prices are in £s and are approximate - please see reservation system, our website or call us for more details.<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk/alpedhuez call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free children's club<br />

4-12 yrs<br />

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326<br />

FRANCE – LES DEUX ALPES<br />

“…Renowned for<br />

its excellent snow<br />

record, long hours<br />

of sunshine and<br />

high altitude pistes.”<br />

BEGINNERS<br />

INTERMEDIATES<br />

ADVANCED<br />

OFF-PISTE<br />

NON <strong>SKI</strong>ERS<br />

FAMILIES<br />

NIGHTLIFE<br />

Fair Excellent<br />

MOUNTAIN<br />

Skiing Altitude 1300m–3570m<br />

Resort Altitude 1650m<br />

Pistes 220km<br />

Number of Runs 75<br />

20% 40% 21% 19%<br />

Number of lifts 51<br />

Drags 19 / Chairs 23 / Cable Cars 7<br />

Longest Run 12km<br />

Direction of Slopes S<br />

Glacier yes<br />

Terrain Parks yes<br />

Half Pipe yes<br />

Cross Country Trails 20km<br />

Night Skiing yes<br />

Mountain Restaurants 6<br />

Snowmaking 214 cannons<br />

Resort Ski Bus yes<br />

Linked Resorts<br />

La Grave, Alpe D’Huez &<br />

Serre Chevalier (linked by bus)<br />

FAMILY<br />

Babycare See Hotel Aalborg<br />

Crèche See Hotel Aalborg<br />

Ski Kindergarten 3-4yrs<br />

See page 373 or<br />

neilson.co.uk/childcare for more info.<br />

TRAVEL<br />

Departure Airports Gatwick,<br />

Bristol, Birmingham, Manchester &<br />

Glasgow*<br />

Destination Airports Grenoble<br />

Season 12 Dec–10 Apr<br />

Departure Day Saturday<br />

Flight Guide See page 384<br />

Transfer Time 2hrs 30mins<br />

Private taxi transfers available -<br />

please call us for details<br />

Self Drive See page 368<br />

*Glasgow - grenoble departures on 26<br />

Dec & 3 Apr only<br />

LEARN TO TURN RESORT • FAMILY RESORT • LIVELY NIGHTLIFE<br />

• <strong>SKI</strong> LEADING GLACIER • SELF DRIVE<br />

<strong>The</strong>re’s nothing like heading down<br />

the last run of the day into a bustling<br />

resort, humming from the excitement<br />

of another crisp sunny day. Les Deux<br />

Alpes is renowned for its excellent<br />

snow record, long hours of sunshine<br />

and high altitude pistes. It’s a superb<br />

resort for all standards of skier or<br />

boarder. <strong>The</strong>re are excellent beginner<br />

slopes near the resort and on the<br />

glacier - a great place to learn &<br />

enjoy the superb mountain views.<br />

Intermediates have variety while<br />

experts should hire a guide & test<br />

their ability on the off piste runs of<br />

legendary ‘La Grave’ when the<br />

conditions are right. A 6 day pass also<br />

covers a days skiing in Serre Chevalier<br />

or Alpe d’Huez.<br />

<strong>The</strong> resort of Les Deux Alpes is rated<br />

one of our top ten for families with<br />

many fantastic family orientated<br />

activities. Although not the most<br />

picturesque of villages, the choice of<br />

accommodation is extensive and the<br />

selection of shops, restaurants, bars<br />

and clubs will not leave you wanting.<br />

ACTIVITIES<br />

• Snowshoeing<br />

• Ice Climbing<br />

• Helicopter Tours<br />

• Horse Drawn Carts<br />

• Bowling<br />

• Parapenting<br />

• Wellness Centres<br />

ICE SKATING FOR ALL THE FAMILY<br />

Why not have a glide on the resort’s<br />

open air ice rink - free for all 6 day lift<br />

pass holders.<br />

LIFT PASS & TUITION<br />

PRICE PROMISE<br />

See page 371<br />

SNOWMOBILE UP THE<br />

MOUNTAIN<br />

Take a oneor twoseater<br />

snowmobile out for an hour<br />

with a guide, Follow a 15km<br />

trail that climbs to 2500m<br />

above the resort with wonderful<br />

views.


NEILSON HOTEL AALBORG<br />

LES DEUX ALPES – FRANCE<br />

<strong>The</strong> Hotel Aalborg is run & managed exclusively by Neilson and with the planned refurbishment and<br />

extension for winter 2009/10 will be one of the top properties in Les Deux Alpes.<br />

With an unbeatable piste-side location in between the Jandri Express & the Diable lifts, getting access to the<br />

fantastic ski area is quick and easy, no matter what level of skier or boarder you are. Beginners will love the<br />

nursery slope with its free drag lifts on the hotel’s doorstep. All resort amenities are within a few minutes'<br />

walk making this a convenient property for everything the resort has to offer.<br />

Returning guests will be in for a treat as the planned improvements and extension will transform the Aalborg<br />

into a more modern and comfortable hotel but still with the same excellent Neilson service. All public areas<br />

are being refurbished, an extension is being built with new rooms and new facilities which will include a<br />

brand new children’s club area, in-house ski hire and ski school reception, a wellness area and a new bar and<br />

dining area.<br />

All of the new improvements will help create a fabulous atmosphere, ensure a fantastic stay & make the Hotel<br />

Aaborg excellent value for money.<br />

FACILITIES†: Bar & lounge with<br />

satellite TV •Large sun terrace<br />

•Restaurant •Free use of sauna<br />

•Massage facilities •Money<br />

exchange •Wifi •Free outdoor<br />

parking •In-house equipment rental<br />

•Individual ski lockers with heated<br />

boot warmers<br />

FOR FAMILIES: 24-hour baby room<br />

•Evening childcare •UK standard<br />

cots & high chairs •Children's menu<br />

& meal times •TV & video<br />

NEILSON OPERATED CHILDREN'S<br />

CLUBS:<br />

Neilson operate 3 pre-bookable<br />

children’s clubs for kids aged from 4<br />

months to 12yrs, 6 days a week.<br />

Lunch, snacks and drinks are<br />

provided for all children attending<br />

full day childcare. Lunch can be<br />

added in resort for any children<br />

booked in for half days.<br />

Each club has its own room, all of<br />

which have natural daylight and are<br />

situated next door to each other.<br />

<strong>The</strong>y are:<br />

• Snow Angels – 4 months to 23<br />

months<br />

• Sleep Club* – 4 months to 4<br />

years, two evenings per week<br />

• Snowman Club – 2 to 4 years<br />

• Snowbusters Club – 5 to 12 years<br />

• Snowbusters Apres* – 5 to 12<br />

years, two evenings per week<br />

Activities offered will cater to the<br />

age and developmental stage of the<br />

children attending and offer a wide<br />

variety of indoor and outdoor play.<br />

For all children pre-booked into ski<br />

school we offer a pick up and drop<br />

off service ensuring there is plenty of<br />

time for adults to get to their own<br />

lessons.<br />

*Bookable locally. See page 19 for<br />

prices and more details.<br />

ACCOMMODATION:<br />

STANDARD ROOMS: Twin and<br />

triple rooms with bath, shower &<br />

wc. Most rooms have a balcony.<br />

Piste view rooms available at a<br />

supplement.<br />

ROOMS (4-6 PEOPLE): Double or<br />

twin bedded rooms with bunks in<br />

the entrance hall or rooms with four<br />

single beds or a double & two<br />

singles all have bath, shower, wc &<br />

balcony<br />

Family rooms for five are two linked<br />

rooms sharing a bathroom with one<br />

double bedroom plus a room with<br />

three single beds.<br />

Family rooms for six are<br />

interconnecting double or twin<br />

bedrooms, one with additional<br />

bunks in the entrance hall and each<br />

with their own bathroom, balcony<br />

and piste view.<br />

Junior Suite for six with piste views<br />

have one double and two twin<br />

rooms, share a bathroom and have a<br />

separate lounge area.<br />

Family rooms and Junior Suite<br />

available at a supplement.<br />

SUPERIOR ROOMS:<br />

ROOMS (2-3 PEOPLE): Twin and<br />

triple rooms with bath and shower<br />

or just shower, wc & balcony. Piste<br />

view rooms available at a<br />

supplement.<br />

ROOMS (4-6 PEOPLE) Double or<br />

twin bedded rooms with bunks in<br />

the entrance hall have bath, shower,<br />

wc & balcony<br />

Family rooms for six are<br />

interconnecting double or twin<br />

bedrooms, one with additional<br />

bunks in the entrance hall and have<br />

balcony, piste view and are available<br />

at a supplement.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board. Buffet<br />

breakfast; pastries, tea & coffee<br />

available until 10.30am. Three<br />

course buffet style evening meal.<br />

Christmas & New Year meals<br />

included. Bed & Breakfast also<br />

available at a reduction, see<br />

reservations system for prices.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 58<br />

Please note: this is a non smoking<br />

hotel.<br />

PROPERTY CODE:<br />

X08H08/HS8/HP8/H09<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk/lesdeuxalpes call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

Artist’s impression<br />

Neilson Rating<br />

•••/•••+<br />

<strong>SKI</strong> TO YOUR DOOR<br />

CENTRAL LOCATION<br />

WELLNESS AREA<br />

GOOD FOR GROUPS<br />

FOUR OR MORE<br />

GOOD FOR FAMILIES<br />

FAMILY ROOMS<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free use of planned<br />

sauna<br />

Pre-bookable children's<br />

clubs<br />

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328<br />

FRANCE – LES DEUX ALPES<br />

HOTEL LE SOULEIL'OR<br />

With its superb location at the foot of the pistes and only 50m from the<br />

nearest lift & the resort centre, this traditional, family run hotel has an<br />

enviable reputation for high quality French cuisine.<br />

FACILITIES†: Restaurant •Bar •Free<br />

use of steam room & hot tub<br />

•Lounge<br />

ROOMS (2-3 PEOPLE): Twin or<br />

triple rooms with bath, shower, wc,<br />

satellite TV & balcony.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board. Breakfast<br />

buffet, four-course evening meal.<br />

Christmas meal & New Year Gala<br />

included.<br />

HOTEL CLUB PANORAMA<br />

A family hotel well placed at the entrance to the resort, 50m to the<br />

nearest lifts & slopes which take you straight into the resort’s extensive<br />

ski area. <strong>The</strong> main centre of the resort & ski school meeting point is<br />

approximately 900m away, but there are plenty of bars & shops en<br />

route.<br />

FACILITIES†: Two restaurants •Bar<br />

FOR FAMILIES: Family après ski<br />

entertainment<br />

HOTEL OPERATED KIDS’ CLUBS<br />

•Free mini club for 4-11yrs 5 times a<br />

week •Baby club for 18mths-4yrs for<br />

5 half days per week (charge of<br />

approx. €95 to be paid locally;<br />

request at the time of booking)<br />

ROOMS (2-4 PEOPLE): Twin, triple<br />

& four bedded rooms with TV, bath<br />

or shower & wc. Triple rooms have a<br />

double & a single, or three single<br />

beds. Four bedded rooms have a<br />

double bed & set of bunks. Third<br />

beds & bunks are for children under<br />

16 years old.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Full Board. Buffet<br />

breakfast, packed lunch or buffet,<br />

RESIDENCE ALBA<br />

buffet dinner served with free wine.<br />

Savoyarde restaurant serving local<br />

specialities can be chosen once per<br />

week free of charge (wine not<br />

included). Christmas & New Year<br />

meals included.<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 96<br />

PROPERTY CODE: X08H10<br />

Top quality accommodation in a rustic, alpine-style building. <strong>The</strong>re are<br />

shops, restaurants & nightlife all within easy reach. A ski bus runs from<br />

in front of the property (up to 8pm), linking up all areas of the resort,<br />

including the main Jandri lift in the centre approximately 1km away.<br />

ACCOMMODATION: Spacious<br />

apartments with modern<br />

furnishings. Kitchen with four<br />

hotplates, grill/oven, microwave &<br />

dishwasher, satellite TV & DVD,<br />

mini-safe, wifi, balcony and<br />

bathroom with bath, shower and<br />

wc. Bed linen and towels included.<br />

End of stay cleaning not included,<br />

can be arranged and paid for locally.<br />

APARTMENTS (2-4 PEOPLE): One<br />

twin bedroom and a set of bunks in<br />

cabine area.<br />

APARTMENTS (2-6 PEOPLE):<br />

Standard apartments have one<br />

double bedroom plus a second<br />

room with bunks for 4 people.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 42<br />

PROPERTY CODE: X08H04<br />

Superior apartments with double<br />

bedroom, one twin bedroom and<br />

bunk or twin beds in cabine area,<br />

prices on reservations system.<br />

APARTMENTS (2-8 PEOPLE): One<br />

double bedroom, one twin<br />

bedroom, one twin or bunk room<br />

and cabine area with bunk beds.<br />

Prices on reservations system.<br />

DEPOSIT: Approx €600 per<br />

apartment, payable by cash or credit<br />

card on arrival.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Self Catering.<br />

Please note: Please see page 374 for<br />

important information about<br />

apartments.<br />

PROPERTY CODE: X08A10<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk/lesdeuxalpes call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

Neilson Rating •••+<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free use of steam room<br />

& hot tub<br />

Neilson Rating ••+<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free wine served with<br />

dinner<br />

Full Board<br />

6 days equipment for 5<br />

days rate (except 6 Feb<br />

to 6 Mar 2010)<br />

VALUE<br />

No frills accommodation at a cheaper price<br />

– where it's the skiing that really counts!<br />

Neilson Rating •••+


Unique and charming catered chalets<br />

located in the best resorts<br />

Unique and charming catered chalets<br />

located in the best resorts<br />

SPECIAL OFFER – FREE DAILY ENTRY TO RESORT SWIMMING POOL & ICE RINK WITH PRE-BOOKED LIFT PASS<br />

Basic Holiday Prices in £s per adult from<br />

the amounts shown.<br />

Hotel Aalborg<br />

NEILSON CHALET L'OLAN<br />

12 Dec- 19 Dec- 26 Dec- 02 Jan- 23 Jan- 06 Feb- 13 Feb- 20 Feb- 06 Mar- 20 Mar- 27 Mar- 03 Apr- 10 Apr-<br />

Nts 18 Dec 25 Dec 01 Jan 22 Jan 05 Feb 12 Feb 19 Feb 05 Mar 19 Mar 26 Mar 02 Apr 09 Apr 17 Apr<br />

Supplements in £s per person per night from:<br />

(Unless otherwise stated)<br />

Room 2/4: Junior suite £4, Family room £2, Piste view room<br />

£1, 3rd & 4th Adult redn. £14<br />

Larger Room 2/4: Junior suite £4, Family room £2, Piste<br />

view room £1, 3rd & 4th Adult redn. £14<br />

Superior Room 2/4: Sole use of twin £31, Family room £2,<br />

Piste view room £1, 3rd & 4th Adult redn. £14<br />

Room 2/3: Sole use of twin £82, 3rd & 4th Adult redn. £7<br />

X08HP8/H08/H09 Half Board Room 2/4 7 389 755 969 495 529 559 1039 579 539 539 649 819 699<br />

25%<br />

Larger Room 2/4 7 409 775 989 515 549 579 1059 599 559 559 669 839 719<br />

LES DEUX ALPES – FRANCE<br />

Located in a quiet residential area Chalet L’Olan enjoys a peaceful<br />

location with easy access to the resort’s lively and active nightlife. It is<br />

50m from the Place de Venosc, a 100m walk from the lifts and the<br />

resort amenities and the ski school is 800m away. <strong>The</strong> chalet provides<br />

simple, comfortable accommodation with a great Neilson atmosphere.<br />

ACCOMMODATION:<br />

GROUND FLOOR: Two twin rooms<br />

with ensuite shower and wc. Twin<br />

room with separate bathroom and<br />

wc.<br />

FIRST FLOOR: Lounge/dining room<br />

with sunny balcony.<br />

SECOND FLOOR: Triple room and<br />

quad room both with ensuite bath<br />

and wc. Rooms with ensuite shower<br />

or bath carry a supplement.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Chalet Board. Daily<br />

breakfast & afternoon tea with<br />

freshly baked cake; home-cooked<br />

three course evening meal on six<br />

nights served with wine and after<br />

dinner coffee.<br />

Please note: Chalet staff live in.<br />

NEILSON CHALET GLACIER<br />

Children are welcome when part of<br />

a group booking the whole chalet.<br />

Generous discounts or free places<br />

may apply when sharing a room<br />

with 2 adults.<br />

PROPERTY CODE: X08C04<br />

New to Neilson for 2009/10, the Chalet Glacier is charming and cosy<br />

with individually styled rooms and a large wood burning stove in the<br />

lounge area. Situated just down the road from the Neilson Chalet<br />

L'Olan in a quiet residential area, just minutes away from all the resort<br />

has to offer and 100m from the Place de Venosc, 150m to the lifts and<br />

800m to the ski school meeting point. A welcome addition to the<br />

Neilson programme.<br />

ACCOMMODATION:<br />

GROUND FLOOR: Cosy lounge with<br />

log fireplace and dining room.<br />

FIRST FLOOR: One twin or double<br />

bedroom with a single sofa bed,<br />

shower and wc. Two double<br />

bedrooms, one with shower and wc,<br />

the other with bath, shower and wc.<br />

One twin bedroom with a sloping<br />

ceiling and smaller bathroom with<br />

shower and wc. Rooms with a bath<br />

at a supplement.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Chalet Board. Daily<br />

breakfast & afternoon tea with<br />

freshly baked cake; home-cooked<br />

three course evening meal on six<br />

nights served with wine and after<br />

dinner coffee.<br />

Please note: Chalet staff live in.<br />

Children are welcome when part of<br />

a group booking the whole chalet.<br />

Generous discounts or free places<br />

may apply when sharing a room<br />

with 2 adults.<br />

PROPERTY CODE: X08C09<br />

Neilson Rating •••<br />

Neilson Rating •••<br />

Superior Room 2/4 7 429 795 1009 535 569 599 1079 619 579 579 689 859 739<br />

Hotel Souleil ’Or<br />

X08H04 Half Board Room 2/3 7 729 1005 1209 779 829 819 1235 829 889 879 949 1039 949<br />

10%<br />

Hotel Panorama<br />

X08H10 Full Board Room 2/4 7 - 729 949 549 639 715 999 749 675 625 655 795 745<br />

25%<br />

Residence Alba<br />

X08A10 Self Catering Apt 2/4 7 309 585 699 359 389 499 779 495 469 459 569 609 559<br />

Apt 2/4: 3 share £8, 2 share £24<br />

10%<br />

2BedApt2/6 7 289 565 679 339 369 479 759 475 449 439 549 589 539<br />

2 Bed Apt 2/6: 5 share £4, 4 share £11, 3 share £21,<br />

2 share £42<br />

Chalet L’Olan<br />

X08C04 Chalet Board Chalet 7 369 809 975 499 559 595 1025 655 569 535 689 835 705<br />

Chalet: Sole use of twin £23, Private bath £1, 3rd & 4th Adult<br />

redn. £16<br />

25%<br />

Chalet Glacier<br />

X08C09 Chalet Board Chalet 7 369 809 975 499 559 595 1025 655 569 535 689 835 705<br />

Chalet: Sole use of twin £24, Private bath £2, 3rd Adult<br />

redn. £18<br />

25%<br />

Prices are a guide only & will be confirmed on enquiry. Adult prices in £ sterling start from the amounts shown & apply to selected flight departures between each date range based on current charges & costs. Prices may go up or down & supplements (e.g. flight &/or fuel), or reductions may apply. Supplements ‘from’ are based on low season dates. For full details on how to price your holiday, charges,<br />

supplements & surcharges see ‘Your Holiday Price’ page 368. For important Holiday Information & Booking Conditions see pages 368 - 385. †Some facilities may incur a local charge. LOW 12-18Dec,02-29Jan,13-26Mar.MID 19-25Dec,30Jan-12Feb,20Feb-12Mar,27Mar-17Apr.HIGH 26 Dec - 01 Jan, 13 - 19 Feb. NS329a<br />

LIFT PASS (6 DAYS)<br />

<strong>SKI</strong>ER’S PACK (6 DAYS)<br />

<strong>SNOWBOARD</strong>ER’S PACK (6 DAYS)<br />

<strong>SKI</strong>/BOARD EQUIPMENT (6 DAYS) ADULT CHILD * <strong>SKI</strong>/BOARD TUITION<br />

Adult (13-64yrs) .......................................................... £165<br />

Child (5-12yrs) ............................................................ £129<br />

Senior (65yrs+) .......................................................... £129<br />

Lift pass covers Les Deux Alpes ski area and includes one free<br />

entry per day to resort swimming pool and ice-rink (skate hire<br />

not included), 2 days free access to lifts in Alpe d’Huez & one<br />

day of free skiing in each of the following resorts: Serre<br />

Chevalier, Puy Saint Vincent, Montgenevre & Sestriere. Free<br />

lift pass for children 0-4yrs. Includes handsfree keycard.<br />

Adult - Complete Beginner †† ..................................... £319<br />

Adult - Intermediate .................................................... £319<br />

Child - Complete Beginner †† ..................................... £279<br />

Child - Intermediate .................................................... £279<br />

Ski Pack Ages: Adult = 13yrs+, Child = 6-12yrs. Complete<br />

Beginner = 6 days x 2hrs45m tuitiion, 6 days lift pass & 6<br />

days standard ski & boot hire. Intermediate = 5 days x<br />

2hrs45m tuition, 6 days lift pass & 6 days standard ski & boot<br />

hire. All include handsfree keycard.<br />

Adult - Complete Beginner †† ..................................... £299<br />

Adult - Intermediate .................................................... £299<br />

Snowboard Pack Ages: Adult = 13yrs+. Complete Beginner<br />

= 6 days x 2hrs tuition, 6 days lift pass & 6 days standard<br />

snowboard & boot hire. Intermediate = 3 days x 2hrs tuition,<br />

6 days lift pass & 6 days standard snowboard & boot hire. All<br />

include handsfree keycard.<br />

LES DEUX ALPES <strong>SKI</strong> PACK<br />

Skis & boots beginner ................................. £55 £55<br />

Skis & boots intermediate ........................... £85 -<br />

Skis & boots superior .................................. £109 -<br />

Skis only beginner ...................................... £49 £49<br />

Skis only intermediate ................................ £59 -<br />

Skis only superior ....................................... £69 -<br />

Snowboard & boots .................................... £84 £99<br />

Snowboard only ......................................... £59 £75<br />

Helmet** .................................................... - Included<br />

*Child skis & boots = 3-11yrs, *Child board & boots = 8-11yrs.<br />

**All child equipment hire includes a helmet.<br />

Ski school Beginner (6x2hrs45m) ...............................<br />

Ski school Intermediate (5x2hrs45m) .........................<br />

Snowboard school Beginner (6x2hrs) .........................<br />

Snowboard school Intermediate (3x2hrs) ...................<br />

Ski school = 6-12yrs. Snowboard school = 10yrs+.<br />

£129<br />

£125<br />

£149<br />

£89<br />

IMPORTANT: †† Complete beginner = Ability Level 0, Intermediate = Ability Level 1-4. Ability levels must be stated at the time of booking - see page 13 for details. Special Offers may be withdrawn at any time. Prices are in £s and are approximate - please see reservation system, our website or call us for more details.<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk/lesdeuxalpes call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Sleeps 10-13<br />

5 Bedrooms<br />

Log fire<br />

Free afternoon tea<br />

Free wine served with<br />

dinner<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Sleeps 8-9<br />

4 Bedrooms<br />

All bedrooms ensuite<br />

Wood burning stove<br />

Free afternoon tea<br />

Free wine served with<br />

dinner<br />

Child %<br />

discount<br />

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FRANCE – LES DEUX ALPES<br />

HOTEL L'OREE DES PISTES<br />

Situated at the heart of the resort and right next to the ‘Jandri Express’<br />

Gondola (the resort’s main lift) this hotel has to be in the best location<br />

in Les Deux Alpes. With a large sun terrace for ‘sundowners’ & being<br />

only 30m from the resort ice rink & swimming pool, the hotel is ideal<br />

for families & après-ski activities.<br />

FACILITIES†: Reception, Bar,<br />

Restaurant, Lounge & large sun<br />

terrace<br />

FOR FAMILIES: ‘Baby kits’<br />

(highchair, cot, bottle warmer),<br />

request at time of booking<br />

HOTEL OPERATED KIDS’ CLUBS<br />

Free children’s club during French<br />

school holidays for 4-10 year olds.<br />

Open five afternoons & evenings<br />

offering games, workshops, dinners<br />

& fun. Opening dates are: from 19<br />

Dec to 1 Jan, 6 Feb to 5 Mar and<br />

from 3-10 Apr 2010.<br />

HOTEL LES LUTINS<br />

Conveniently located, family-run hotel, 100m from the main Jandri<br />

Express lift & ski school meeting point, 50m from the ski bus stop. <strong>The</strong><br />

hotel bar is a popular après-ski meeting point.<br />

FACILITIES†: Charming bar<br />

ROOMS (2-4 PEOPLE): Spacious<br />

twin rooms with bath, shower & wc<br />

and shared balcony.<br />

Triple & four bedded rooms (double<br />

bed plus one or two single beds &<br />

shared balcony) are also available.<br />

LA MUZELLE APARTMENTS<br />

BOARD BASIS: Bed & Breakfast.<br />

Continental style breakfast.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 15<br />

PROPERTY CODE: X08H06<br />

Basic apartments in the Place de Venosc with its bars & restaurants,<br />

80m from the ski bus stop & the nearest lift into the main ski area.<br />

FACILITIES†: Reception<br />

ACCOMMODATION: Fully<br />

equipped kitchenette with<br />

dishwasher, bath/shower room &<br />

wc. Bed linen included. Towels for<br />

hire locally. End of stay cleaning not<br />

included but can be requested and<br />

paid for locally.<br />

STUDIOS (2-4 PEOPLE): 20m 2 .<br />

Bunks in entrance hall & sofa bed in<br />

lounge.<br />

APARTMENTS (2-5 PEOPLE): 27m 2 .<br />

Lounge with two single sofa beds<br />

and one pull-out bed plus bedroom<br />

with twin beds.<br />

APARTMENTS (2-6 PEOPLE): 40m 2 .<br />

Double bedroom, bunks in entrance<br />

hall, two single sofa beds in lounge.<br />

Apartments may be duplex.<br />

DEPOSIT: Approx €200 per<br />

ROOMS (2-3 PEOPLE): Twin bed<br />

rooms with TV, ensuite bath or<br />

shower & wc. Some rooms have a<br />

third single bed. Larger rooms for<br />

four on request.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board. Buffet<br />

breakfast, buffet dinner served with<br />

complimentary wine. Full Board<br />

available at a supplement. Christmas<br />

& New Year Gala meals included.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 61<br />

PROPERTY CODE: X08H13<br />

studio/apartment, payable on arrival<br />

(credit card only).<br />

BOARD BASIS: Self Catering.<br />

Please note: Extra services available -<br />

Please see page 374 for details and<br />

important information about<br />

apartments.<br />

PROPERTY CODE: X08A05<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk/lesdeuxalpes call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

Neilson Rating ••+<br />

<strong>SKI</strong> TO YOUR DOOR<br />

CENTRAL LOCATION<br />

GOOD FOR FAMILIES<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free wine served with<br />

dinner<br />

Free hotel run kids club<br />

during French school<br />

holidays<br />

Neilson Rating ••<br />

CENTRAL LOCATION<br />

GOOD FOR GROUPS<br />

FOUR OR MORE<br />

VALUE<br />

No frills accommodation at a cheaper price<br />

– where it's the skiing that really counts!<br />

Neilson Rating ••+<br />

FREE CHILD PLACES<br />

VALUE<br />

No frills accommodation at a cheaper price<br />

– where it's the skiing that really counts!


NEILSON CHALET CHARTREUSE<br />

NEILSON CHALET ALEXANDRE<br />

LES DEUX ALPES – FRANCE<br />

This beautiful chalet combines all the advantages of a modern design<br />

inside the shell of a traditional pine-built house. Located 300m from the<br />

Diable telecabine ski lift and close to the resort centre the Chartreuse is<br />

a perfect base for your holiday. <strong>The</strong> addition of a state-of-the art hot tub<br />

and our unique 'Super service' finishes off this fantastic property.<br />

FACILITIES†: Free use of hot tub<br />

and sauna<br />

ACCOMMODATION:<br />

GROUND FLOOR: Sauna, shower<br />

and ski & heated boot room. Two<br />

twin bedrooms both with ensuite<br />

shower and wc.<br />

FIRST FLOOR: Large lounge/dining<br />

room with open fireplace, TV, DVD<br />

& CD player. A spacious terrace<br />

opens from this room. <strong>The</strong> hot tub is<br />

for up to 7 people and sits in a<br />

partially enclosed terrace area to one<br />

side of the chalet, enjoying<br />

mountain views. <strong>The</strong>re are also two<br />

twin bedrooms each with ensuite<br />

shower and wc, one has a balcony.<br />

Conveniently located just behind the Place de Venosc, Chalet Alexandre<br />

offers homely accommodation to a high standard. Furnished in a<br />

tasteful, rustic Scandinavian style, this chalet provides a spacious and<br />

comfortable setting for your holiday. It’s located only 300m from the<br />

Diable telecabine lift and 150m from the nearest shops, bars and<br />

restaurants.<br />

FACILITIES†: Free use of sauna<br />

ACCOMMODATION:<br />

GROUND FLOOR: Ski and boot<br />

room. Sauna with shower. Two four<br />

bedded rooms, one with twin beds<br />

and a set of bunks and one with<br />

double bed and bunks. Beds are in<br />

sleeping areas separated by an<br />

archway, both have ensuite shower<br />

and wc. One further twin bedroom<br />

with ensuite bath and wc at a<br />

supplement.<br />

FIRST FLOOR: One twin room with<br />

ensuite shower and wc. Open-plan<br />

lounge with TV, DVD, stereo, and<br />

dining area. Separate wc.<br />

SECOND FLOOR: Five spacious twin<br />

bedrooms, each with ensuite bath,<br />

shower and wc, three also have a<br />

balcony. Rooms with a bath carry a<br />

supplement.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Chalet Board. Daily<br />

breakfast & afternoon tea with<br />

freshly baked cake; home-cooked<br />

three course evening meal on six<br />

nights served with wine and after<br />

dinner coffee.<br />

Please note: Chalet staff live in.<br />

Children are welcome when part of<br />

a group booking the whole chalet.<br />

Generous discounts or free places<br />

may apply when sharing a room<br />

with 2 adults.<br />

PROPERTY CODE: X08C07<br />

SECOND FLOOR: Three bedrooms<br />

with sloping ceilings, two with twin<br />

beds, one with a double. All three<br />

have ensuite shower and wc and<br />

ample headroom.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Chalet Board. Daily<br />

breakfast & afternoon tea with<br />

freshly baked cake; home-cooked<br />

three course evening meal on six<br />

nights served with wine and after<br />

dinner coffee.<br />

Please note: Chalet staff live in.<br />

Children are welcome when part of<br />

a group booking the whole chalet.<br />

Generous discounts or free places<br />

may apply when sharing a room<br />

with 2 adults.<br />

PROPERTY CODE: X08C06<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk/lesdeuxalpes call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

Neilson Rating ••••+<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Sleeps 18<br />

9 Bedrooms<br />

All bedrooms ensuite<br />

Log fire<br />

Free use of hot tub &<br />

sauna<br />

Free afternoon tea<br />

Free wine served with<br />

dinner<br />

Our finest catered chalets offering<br />

the highest levels of service<br />

Neilson Rating ••••<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Sleeps 14-18<br />

7 Bedrooms<br />

All bedrooms ensuite<br />

Log fire<br />

Free use of sauna<br />

Free afternoon tea<br />

Free wine served with<br />

dinner<br />

Unique and charming catered chalets<br />

located in the best resorts<br />

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332<br />

FRANCE – LES DEUX ALPES<br />

LES DEUX ALPES<br />

Petite Aigulle<br />

Residence Alba<br />

Hotel Club<br />

Panorama<br />

HOTEL LA FARANDOLE<br />

This friendly and welcoming property has excellent facilities and enjoys<br />

great views over the surrounding glaciers. It lies 350m from the resort<br />

centre and 500m from the Diable lift & ski school meeting point.<br />

FACILITIES†: Piano bar •Restaurant<br />

•Free use of indoor pool, sauna, hot<br />

tub, steam room & fitness room<br />

•Wifi •Games room with billiard<br />

table<br />

NORTH FACING ROOMS (2-3<br />

PEOPLE): Double or twin bedrooms<br />

with satellite TV, mini-safe, hairdryer<br />

and full bathroom. Larger twin<br />

rooms sleeping up to 3 people are<br />

available at a supplement.<br />

Interconnecting rooms available on<br />

request at a supplement.<br />

SOUTH FACING ROOMS (2-4<br />

PEOPLE): Twin or double rooms<br />

with satellite TV, mini-safe, balcony,<br />

hairdryer and bathroom with bath,<br />

shower & wc, available at a<br />

supplement. Suites or duplex rooms<br />

for 4 people available are also at a<br />

supplement.<br />

RESIDENCE CORTINA<br />

Hotel Souleil ‘Or<br />

Tourist Office<br />

Jandri 1<br />

Hotel L’Oree des Pistes<br />

Hotel Les Lutins<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board.<br />

Breakfast is buffet style and dinner<br />

is three courses. Christmas meal &<br />

New Year Gala meal included.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 60<br />

PROPERTY CODE: X08H14<br />

This residence is in an ideal location at the foot of the slopes, 300m<br />

from the Telecabine Du Diable and behind the Place de Venosc with its<br />

restaurants, shops & bars. <strong>The</strong> Residence offers a hot tub, sauna and<br />

steam room for its guests.<br />

FACILITIES†: Free use of two hot<br />

tubs, sauna & steam room<br />

ACCOMMODATION: Well equipped<br />

apartments with south facing<br />

balcony have kitchenette with four<br />

ring hob, oven, coffee maker &<br />

dishwasher, lounge with satellite TV,<br />

DVD player & fireplace & bathroom<br />

with bath, shower & wc. Bed linen<br />

and towels included. End of stay<br />

cleaning not included, can be<br />

arranged and paid for locally.<br />

2 BEDROOM APARTMENTS (2-4<br />

PEOPLE): Double bedroom & a<br />

bedroom with bunks, separate wc.<br />

3 BEDROOM APARTMENTS (2-6<br />

PEOPLE): One twin and one double<br />

bedroom plus a bedroom with<br />

bunks and an extra shower room.<br />

4 BEDROOM APARTMENTS (2-8<br />

PEOPLE): One double & two twin<br />

bedrooms plus a bedroom with<br />

bunks and extra shower room &<br />

separate wc.<br />

DEPOSIT: €250 payable on arrival<br />

by cash or credit card.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Self Catering.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★★<br />

Please note: Please see page 374 for<br />

important information about<br />

apartments.<br />

PROPERTY CODE: X08A09<br />

Jandri Express Diable<br />

Hotel<br />

Aalborg<br />

La Muzelle Apts<br />

Residence Cortina Hotel Belle Etolie<br />

Chalet Alexandre<br />

Super Venosc<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk/lesdeuxalpes call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

Chalet L’Olan<br />

Neilson Rating ••••<br />

FOUR OR MORE<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free use of indoor pool,<br />

sauna, steam room, hot<br />

tub & fitness room<br />

Neilson Rating ••••<br />

CENTRAL LOCATION<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free use of hot tubs,<br />

sauna & steam room<br />

Chalet Glacier<br />

Hotel Serre Palas<br />

Chalet Chartreuse<br />

Hotel La Farandole<br />

Village Artisanal


VALUE<br />

No frills accommodation at a cheaper price<br />

– where it's the skiing that really counts!<br />

SPECIAL OFFER – FREE DAILY ENTRY TO RESORT SWIMMING POOL & ICE RINK WITH PRE-BOOKED LIFT PASS<br />

Basic Holiday Prices in £s per adult from<br />

the amounts shown.<br />

Hotel L’Oree Des Pistes<br />

12 Dec- 19 Dec- 26 Dec- 02 Jan- 23 Jan- 06 Feb- 13 Feb- 20 Feb- 06 Mar- 20 Mar- 27 Mar- 03 Apr- 10 Apr-<br />

Nts 18 Dec 25 Dec 01 Jan 22 Jan 05 Feb 12 Feb 19 Feb 05 Mar 19 Mar 26 Mar 02 Apr 09 Apr 17 Apr<br />

Supplements in £s per person per night from:<br />

(Unless otherwise stated)<br />

Room 2/3: Full Board £12, Sole use of twin £19, 3rd & 4th<br />

X08H13 Half Board Room 2/3 7 - 775 989 549 609 819 1149 825 615 555 609 769 729 Adult redn. £11<br />

10%<br />

Hotel Les Lutins<br />

X08H06 Bed & Breakfast Room 2/4 7 429 519 629 425 435 429 679 429 429 425 469 539 519<br />

Room 2/4: Sole use of twin £30, 3rd & 4th Adult redn. £2<br />

10%<br />

La Muzelle Apartments<br />

X08A05 Self Catering Studio 2/4 7 - 459 609 299 345 369 729 405 349 325 389 449 409<br />

Studio 2/4: 3 share £4, 2 share £13<br />

Apt 2/5: 4 share £3, 3 share £8, 2 share £19<br />

10%<br />

Apt 2/5 7 - 465 615 305 349 375 735 409 355 329 395 455 415<br />

Apt 2/6: 5 share £3, 4 share £6, 3 share £13, 2 share £26<br />

Apt 2/6 7 - 455 605 295 339 365 725 399 345 319 385 445 405<br />

Chalet Alexandre<br />

X08C06 Chalet Board Chalet 7 409 869 1039 535 599 639 1089 699 609 569 739 895 755<br />

Chalet: Sole use of twin £27, Private bath £2, 3rd & 4th Adult<br />

redn. £22<br />

25%<br />

Chalet Chartreuse<br />

X08C07 Chalet Board Chalet 7 449 985 1175 605 675 729 1225 789 685 645 835 1009 855<br />

Chalet: Sole use of twin £31, Private bath £1<br />

25%<br />

Hotel La Farandole<br />

X08H14 Half Board North Room 2/3 7 639 845 1299 649 725 709 1275 845 749 719 749 879 809<br />

North Room 2/3: Larger room £6, South facing room £15,<br />

South facing duplex £45<br />

10%<br />

Residence Cortina<br />

X08A09 Self Catering Apt 2/4 7 379 659 785 429 479 565 869 565 525 515 639 685 629<br />

Apt 2/4: 3 share £12, 2 share £37<br />

Apt 2/6: 5 share £7, 4 share £16, 3 share £33, 2 share £66<br />

10%<br />

Apt 2/6 7 369 649 775 419 469 555 859 555 515 505 629 675 619<br />

Apt 2/8: 7 share £4, 6 share £10, 5 share £18, 4 share £30,<br />

Apt 2/8 7 359 639 765 409 459 585 849 585 505 495 619 665 609 3 share £50, 2 share £90<br />

Hotel Belle Etoile<br />

X08H15 Half Board Room 2/3 7 525 719 995 529 549 599 859 649 595 565 619 699 629<br />

Room 2/3: Sole use of twin £47, Balcony £4, 3rd & 4th Adult<br />

redn. £8<br />

25%<br />

Hotel Serre Palas<br />

X08H12 Bed & Breakfast Room 2/3 7 365 499 625 415 425 375 725 399 425 425 475 545 505<br />

Room 2/3: Sole use of twin £10, Balcony £8, 3rd & 4th Adult<br />

redn. £4<br />

25%<br />

Prices are a guide only & will be confirmed on enquiry. Adult prices in £ sterling start from the amounts shown & apply to selected flight departures between each date range based on current charges & costs. Prices may go up or down & supplements (e.g. flight &/or fuel), or reductions may apply. Supplements ‘from’ are based on low season dates. For full details on how to price your holiday, charges,<br />

supplements & surcharges see ‘Your Holiday Price’ page 368. For important Holiday Information & Booking Conditions see pages 368 - 385. †Some facilities may incur a local charge. LOW 12-18Dec,02-29Jan,13-26Mar.MID 19-25Dec,30Jan-12Feb,20Feb-12Mar,27Mar-17Apr.HIGH 26 Dec - 01 Jan, 13 - 19 Feb. NS333a<br />

LIFT PASS (6 DAYS)<br />

Adult (13-64yrs) .......................................................... £165<br />

Child (5-12yrs) ............................................................ £129<br />

Senior (65yrs+) .......................................................... £129<br />

Lift pass covers Les Deux Alpes ski area and includes one free<br />

entry per day to resort swimming pool and ice-rink (skate hire<br />

not included), 2 days free access to lifts in Alpe d’Huez & one<br />

day of free skiing in each of the following resorts: Serre<br />

Chevalier, Puy Saint Vincent, Montgenevre & Sestriere. Free<br />

lift pass for children 0-4yrs. Includes handsfree keycard.<br />

<strong>SKI</strong>ER’S PACK (6 DAYS)<br />

Adult - Complete Beginner †† ..................................... £319<br />

Adult - Intermediate .................................................... £319<br />

Child - Complete Beginner †† ..................................... £279<br />

Child - Intermediate .................................................... £279<br />

Ski Pack Ages: Adult = 13yrs+, Child = 6-12yrs. Complete<br />

Beginner = 6 days x 2hrs45m tuitiion, 6 days lift pass & 6<br />

days standard ski & boot hire. Intermediate = 5 days x<br />

2hrs45m tuition, 6 days lift pass & 6 days standard ski & boot<br />

hire. All include handsfree keycard.<br />

HOTEL BELLE ETOILE<br />

<strong>SNOWBOARD</strong>ER’S PACK (6 DAYS)<br />

Adult - Complete Beginner †† ..................................... £299<br />

Adult - Intermediate .................................................... £299<br />

Snowboard Pack Ages: Adult = 13yrs+. Complete Beginner<br />

= 6 days x 2hrs tuition, 6 days lift pass & 6 days standard<br />

snowboard & boot hire. Intermediate = 3 days x 2hrs tuition,<br />

6 days lift pass & 6 days standard snowboard & boot hire. All<br />

include handsfree keycard.<br />

LES DEUX ALPES <strong>SKI</strong> PACK<br />

LES DEUX ALPES – FRANCE<br />

This Italian-run hotel benefits from a great central location, with plenty<br />

of shops, bars and restaurants nearby and just 50 metres from the resort<br />

centre and the nearest ski bus stop. In keeping with its relaxed and<br />

friendly atmosphere, the Belle Etoile also has a hot tub and sauna to<br />

unwind in. <strong>The</strong> nearest lift is the Diable, 200 metres away.<br />

FACILITIES†: Restaurant, free use of<br />

hot tub, sauna and fitness room (slots<br />

bookable at reception), Safe<br />

ACCOMMODATION: Twin or double<br />

and triple rooms have satellite TV,<br />

hairdryer, telephone, bath or shower<br />

and wc. Double rooms with balcony<br />

available at a supplement.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board. Christmas<br />

meal and New Year Gala meals<br />

included.<br />

HOTEL SERRE PALAS<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 29<br />

PROPERTY CODE: X08H15<br />

This is a small, friendly family run hotel, ideally located within 150<br />

metres of the Diable Gondola lift with its direct access to the main Les<br />

Deux Alpes ski area. <strong>The</strong>re are two restaurants next to the hotel where<br />

traditional meals & local specialities are served. <strong>The</strong> bedrooms are of a<br />

very high standard. For a small two star hotel, it offers great value for<br />

your money.<br />

FACILITIES†: Breakfast room with<br />

log fire •Small après-ski bar<br />

ROOMS (2-3 PEOPLE): Double and<br />

triple rooms have satellite TV,<br />

telephone, mini safe, radio, bath or<br />

shower and wc. Double rooms with<br />

balcony available at a supplement.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Bed & Breakfast.<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 24<br />

PROPERTY CODE: X08H12<br />

<strong>SKI</strong>/BOARD EQUIPMENT (6 DAYS) ADULT CHILD *<br />

Skis & boots beginner ................................. £55 £55<br />

Skis & boots intermediate ........................... £85 -<br />

Skis & boots superior .................................. £109 -<br />

Skis only beginner ...................................... £49 £49<br />

Skis only intermediate ................................ £59 -<br />

Skis only superior ....................................... £69 -<br />

Snowboard & boots .................................... £84 £99<br />

Snowboard only ......................................... £59 £75<br />

Helmet** .................................................... - Included<br />

*Child skis & boots = 3-11yrs, *Child board & boots = 8-11yrs.<br />

**All child equipment hire includes a helmet.<br />

Neilson Rating •••<br />

CENTRAL LOCATION<br />

Neilson Rating ••+<br />

Child %<br />

discount<br />

<strong>SKI</strong>/BOARD TUITION<br />

Ski school Beginner (6x2hrs45m) ............................... £129<br />

Ski school Intermediate (5x2hrs45m) ......................... £125<br />

Snowboard school Beginner (6x2hrs) ......................... £149<br />

Snowboard school Intermediate (3x2hrs) ................... £89<br />

Ski school = 6-12yrs. Snowboard school = 10yrs+.<br />

IMPORTANT: †† Complete beginner = Ability Level 0, Intermediate = Ability Level 1-4. Ability levels must be stated at the time of booking - see page 13 for details. Special Offers may be withdrawn at any time. Prices are in £s and are approximate - please see reservation system, our website or call us for more details.<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk/lesdeuxalpes call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free use of sauna, hot<br />

tub & fitness room<br />

333


334<br />

FRANCE – SERRE CHEVALIER<br />

“Serre chevalier can<br />

provide a really<br />

special skiing<br />

experience.”<br />

Fair Excellent<br />

BEGINNERS<br />

INTERMEDIATES<br />

ADVANCED<br />

OFF-PISTE<br />

NON <strong>SKI</strong>ERS<br />

FAMILIES<br />

NIGHTLIFE<br />

MOUNTAIN<br />

Skiing Altitude 1400m–2830m locally<br />

Resort Altitude 1400m<br />

Pistes 250km<br />

Number of Runs 115<br />

20% 27% 39% 14%<br />

Number of lifts 59<br />

Drags 29 / Chairs 21 / Gondolas 6<br />

Cable Cars 3<br />

Longest Run 6.8km<br />

Direction of Slopes N,W,E<br />

Terrain Parks yes<br />

Half Pipe yes<br />

Cross Country Trails 35km<br />

Night Skiing no<br />

Mountain Restaurants 14<br />

Snowmaking 45km<br />

Resort Ski Bus yes<br />

Linked Resorts<br />

Alpe d’Huez & Les Deux Alpes<br />

(Linked by bus)<br />

FAMILY<br />

Babycare 6mths+<br />

Crèche 6mths+<br />

Ski Kindergarten 4-12yrs<br />

See page 373 or<br />

neilson.co.uk/childcare for more info.<br />

TRAVEL<br />

Departure Airports Gatwick,<br />

Birmingham*, Manchester<br />

Destination Airports Turin<br />

Season 20 Dec–4 Apr<br />

Departure Day Sunday<br />

Flight Guide See page 384<br />

Transfer Time 2hrs 15mins<br />

Private taxi transfers available -<br />

please call us for details<br />

Self Drive See page 368<br />

*Birmingham & Manchester - Last<br />

outbound flight 14 Mar.<br />

GOOD FOR FAMILIES • SELF DRIVE<br />

A series of hamlets winding along the<br />

valley floor between the highest town<br />

in France, Briançon, and the ‘Col du<br />

Lauteret’, Serre Chevalier can provide<br />

a really special skiing experience<br />

whatever the conditions, whatever<br />

your ability, and whatever your<br />

ambitions. Neilson accommodation is<br />

based right in the heart of the resort<br />

in the villages of Villeneuve and<br />

Chantemerle, areas that benefits from<br />

a fantastic range of tree lined runs<br />

extending deep into the 250km ski<br />

area.<br />

Beyond this, open bowls beckon for<br />

those who live for the back country;<br />

skiing and boarding in Serre Chevalier<br />

gives you a real sense of travel in your<br />

adventures on the slopes.<br />

A park for experts, long gentle runs<br />

that take you back home and a lower<br />

key après scene than some more<br />

famous French resorts. Activity off the<br />

slopes can range from gourmet<br />

delights in the old town to trying<br />

your hand at ice driving - mirroring<br />

the resorts skiing - there really is<br />

something for everyone.<br />

ACTIVITIES<br />

• Ice Rink<br />

• Swimming Pool<br />

• Parapenting<br />

• Cinema (in French)<br />

THE ‘BIG BATH’ OF MONETIER<br />

Just 10 mins by bus from Villeneuve or<br />

20 mins from Chantemerle ‘Les Grands<br />

Bains du Monetier’ are naturally<br />

heated thermal baths with an outdoor<br />

pool featuring fountain jets, a river<br />

chute, relaxation zones and hot tubs.<br />

LIFT PASS & TUITION<br />

PRICE PROMISE<br />

See page 371<br />

<strong>The</strong> indoor pool is over 300m 2<br />

with water massage, bubble<br />

beds, micro bubble zones and<br />

spouts. <strong>The</strong> cost is approx. €17<br />

for 2 hours for adults and €7<br />

for children and makes a great<br />

relaxing and fun break from the<br />

mountain.


SERRE CHEVALIER – FRANCE<br />

NEILSON CHALET HENRIETTE (VILLENEUVE)<br />

This charming, rustic chalet lies in a perfect and enviable position right<br />

at the base of the slope in Villeneuve, you can ski to within 20m of the<br />

property! <strong>The</strong> village centre is 400m away. <strong>The</strong> Henriette offers simple<br />

yet comfortable accommodation, it is good value for money and has a<br />

cosy, intimate ‘home from home’ atmosphere - ideal for families or<br />

small groups of friends.<br />

ACCOMMODATION:<br />

GROUND FLOOR: One twin<br />

bedroom, one double bedroom,<br />

triple bedroom with a single bed<br />

and bunk beds. All share a shower<br />

room with wc and a separate wc.<br />

Please note that the chalet host<br />

shares the bathroom on this floor.<br />

FIRST FLOOR: Living/dining room,<br />

bathroom with separate wc.<br />

SECOND FLOOR: Large triple room<br />

with dormer ceiling with twin beds<br />

in a room accessed through an open<br />

plan single room. Use of bathroom<br />

and wc on first floor.<br />

GRAND HOTEL (CHANTEMERLE)<br />

BOARD BASIS: Chalet Board. Daily<br />

breakfast & afternoon tea with<br />

freshly baked cake; home-cooked<br />

three course evening meal on six<br />

nights served with wine and after<br />

dinner coffee.<br />

Please note: Chalet staff live in.<br />

Children are welcome when part of<br />

a group booking the whole chalet.<br />

Generous discounts or free places<br />

may apply when sharing a room<br />

with 2 adults.<br />

PROPERTY CODE: R86C01<br />

Located just 25m from the resort’s main lift station and ski school<br />

meeting point, the Grand Hotel is ideally placed for anyone wanting to<br />

get up the mountain and on to the slopes quickly. This is a cosy and<br />

comfortable hotel with good food served by friendly and welcoming<br />

staff. <strong>The</strong> resort's bars and restaurants are 100m away.<br />

FACILITIES†: Lounge bar with log<br />

fire •Restaurant<br />

ROOMS (2-4 PEOPLE): North<br />

facing twin or double rooms have<br />

TV, telephone and bathroom with<br />

shower & wc. Larger south facing<br />

rooms that sleep up to four (2 adults<br />

& 2 children) with twin or double<br />

beds, fold down beds and balcony<br />

available at a supplement.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board. Buffet<br />

breakfast and four-course evening<br />

meal. Christmas and New Year gala<br />

meals included.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 88<br />

PROPERTY CODE: R86H12<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk/serrechevalier call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

Neilson Rating ••+<br />

<strong>SKI</strong> TO YOUR DOOR<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Sleeps 8-10<br />

4 Bedrooms<br />

Free afternoon tea<br />

Free wine with dinner<br />

Unique and charming catered chalets<br />

located in the best resorts<br />

Neilson Rating •••<br />

CENTRAL LOCATION<br />

FAMILY ROOMS<br />

VALUE<br />

No frills accommodation at a cheaper price<br />

– where it's the skiing that really counts!<br />

335


336<br />

FRANCE – SERRE CHEVALIER<br />

View from a room<br />

LES CHALETS DU JARDIN ALPIN APARTMENTS<br />

(VILLENEUVE)<br />

This hamlet of chalet-style apartments boasts an enviable position in the<br />

centre of the valley, 5 minutes away from Villeneuve village centre &<br />

the Pontillas bubble lift. Tastefully decorated apartments, with easy<br />

access to the slopes & nightlife.<br />

FACILITIES†: Opposite a sports<br />

centre with an indoor pool<br />

ACCOMMODATION: Fully<br />

equipped kitchenette, cable TV<br />

(payable locally) & ski lockers. Bed<br />

linen included, towels & end of stay<br />

cleaning available locally.<br />

APARTMENTS (2-7 PEOPLE):<br />

Double bedroom, additional room<br />

with either two sets of bunks or a set<br />

of bunks & one single bed. Double<br />

or single sofa bed in the lounge.<br />

APARTMENTS (2-9 PEOPLE): With<br />

additional double & single beds on<br />

a mezzanine and extra shower room<br />

with wc on request.<br />

DEPOSIT: Approx €400 per<br />

apartment, payable on arrival.<br />

L’ALPAGA APARTMENTS (VILLENEUVE)<br />

BOARD BASIS: Self Catering.<br />

Breakfast option available payable<br />

locally.<br />

Please note: Please see page 374 for<br />

important information about<br />

apartments.<br />

PROPERTY CODE: R86A12<br />

Well located in the centre of Villeneuve, 300m from the Pontillas bubble<br />

lift and 50m from the commercial area. Good quality apartments and<br />

location.<br />

FACILITIES†: Reception •Indoor &<br />

outdoor parking<br />

ACCOMMODATION: Fully<br />

equipped kitchenette with oven &<br />

dishwasher, bathroom, wc &<br />

balcony or terrace. Bed linen,<br />

towels, cleaning pack, end of stay<br />

cleaning (except kitchen & washing<br />

up) & TV included.<br />

APARTMENTS (2-5 PEOPLE): Living<br />

room with two sofa beds & a pullout<br />

bed plus a double bedroom.<br />

APARTMENTS (2-7 PEOPLE): As<br />

above plus a cabine with bunks.<br />

Storage space is limited when fully<br />

occupied.<br />

DEPOSIT: Approx €200 per<br />

apartment, payable on arrival.<br />

HOTEL PLEIN SUD (CHANTEMERLE)<br />

BOARD BASIS: Self Catering.<br />

Please note: Extra services available -<br />

Please see page 374 for details and<br />

important information about<br />

apartments.<br />

PROPERTY CODE: R86A11<br />

Well situated in the centre of the village of Chantemerle and just 250m<br />

from the ski lifts, this hotel is well appointed and offers excellent views<br />

of the surrounding area. With facilities such as a steam room and<br />

outdoor heated pool, it’s a great place to relax in after a hard day on<br />

the slopes.<br />

FACILITIES†: Restaurant •Free use of<br />

covered outdoor heated pool and<br />

steam room •Massage & beauty<br />

treatments available (payable<br />

locally)<br />

FOR FAMILIES: Unsupervised<br />

children's playroom with games, TV<br />

& DVD player<br />

ROOMS (2-3 PEOPLE): North<br />

facing twin or double rooms with<br />

satellite TV, minibar, safe and<br />

bathroom with bath, shower, wc,<br />

swimming towels, bathrobes and<br />

hairdryer. South facing rooms with<br />

balcony available at a supplement.<br />

South facing double rooms can take<br />

an extra bed suitable for a child<br />

only.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board. Buffet<br />

breakfast and three-course evening<br />

meal. Christmas Gala meal is<br />

included, New Year Gala meal at a<br />

supplement.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 42<br />

PROPERTY CODE: R86H14<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk/serrechevalier call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

Neilson Rating •••<br />

Neilson Rating •••<br />

CENTRAL LOCATION<br />

Neilson Rating •••<br />

CENTRAL LOCATION<br />

OUTDOOR POOL<br />

GOOD FOR FAMILIES<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free use of outdoor<br />

pool & steam room


Basic Holiday Prices in £s per adult from<br />

the amounts shown.<br />

Chalet Henriette<br />

20 Dec- 27 Dec- 03 Jan- 24 Jan- 07 Feb- 14 Feb- 21 Feb- 07 Mar- 21 Mar- 28 Mar- 04 Apr-<br />

Nts 26 Dec 02 Jan 23 Jan 06 Feb 13 Feb 20 Feb 06 Mar 20 Mar 27 Mar 03 Apr 11 Apr<br />

SERRE CHEVALIER – FRANCE<br />

BEST WESTERN PREMIER (CHANTEMERLE)<br />

Situated close to the village centre and within easy reach of the slopes,<br />

the Best Western Premier in Chantemerle features contemporary interior<br />

design behind a traditional Alpine facade. With great facilities and a<br />

relaxed and welcoming atmosphere, this truly is one of the best<br />

properties in Serre Chevalier.<br />

FACILITIES†: Free use of<br />

indoor/outdoor swimming pool<br />

•Free use of sauna •Ski lockers with<br />

boot dryers •<strong>The</strong>med restaurant<br />

•Wifi<br />

ACCOMMODATION: Well equipped<br />

kitchenette, cable TV & balcony<br />

with views, bath, shower & wc. Bed<br />

linen & towels included.<br />

STUDIOS (2 PEOPLE): Twin or<br />

double bed in the living area.<br />

APARTMENT (2-4 PEOPLE):<br />

Approx. 52-53m 2 . Double bedroom<br />

and a double pull-out sofa bed in<br />

the living area.<br />

APARTMENT (2-6 PEOPLE):<br />

Approx. 60-65m 2 . Two double or<br />

twin bedrooms and a double pullout<br />

sofa bed in the living area.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Self Catering.<br />

Bed & Breakfast available at a<br />

supplement.<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 51<br />

PROPERTY CODE: R86H13<br />

Neilson Rating ••••<br />

OUTDOOR POOL<br />

Supplements in £s per person per night from:<br />

(Unless otherwise stated)<br />

Chalet: Sole use of twin £20, 3rd Adult redn. £15<br />

R86C01 Chalet Board Chalet 7 685 859 499 519 529 959 - 515 505 575 769<br />

25%<br />

Les Chalets Du Jardin Alpin<br />

R86A12 Self Catering Apt 2/7 7 435 579 275 295 365 699 355 289 279 349 419<br />

Apt 2/7: 6 share £2, 5 share £4, 4 share £7, 3 share £13,<br />

2 share £25<br />

10%<br />

L’Alpaga Apartments<br />

R86A11 Self Catering Apt 2/5 7 465 615 315 335 449 769 399 329 319 399 465<br />

Apt 2/5: 4 share £3, 3 share £9, 2 share £19<br />

10%<br />

Apt 2/7 7 455 605 305 325 439 759 389 319 309 389 455<br />

Apt 2/7: 6 share £2, 5 share £4, 4 share £8, 3 share £15,<br />

2 share £27<br />

Hotel Plein Sud<br />

R86H14 Half Board Room 2/3 7 875 979 569 699 789 1059 775 769 639 685 789<br />

Room 2/3: Sole use of twin £22, South facing room £5<br />

25%<br />

Grand Hotel<br />

Room 2/4: South facing room £11<br />

R86H12 Half Board Room 2/4 7 609 839 485 525 589 899 585 499 489 559 659<br />

25%<br />

Best Western Premier<br />

R86H13 Self Catering Studio 2 7 715 975 565 595 719 1009 715 585 575 645 695<br />

Studio 2: Breakfast £15<br />

10%<br />

Apt 2/4 7 619 845 485 499 599 879 595 489 485 549 609<br />

Apt 2/4: Breakfast £15, 3 share £13, 2 share £40<br />

Apt 2/6 7 559 755 429 439 519 795 519 429 425 489 555<br />

Apt 2/6: Breakfast £15, 5 share £6, 4 share £15, 3 share £31,<br />

2 share £62<br />

Prices are a guide only & will be confirmed on enquiry. Adult prices in £ sterling start from the amounts shown & apply to selected flight departures between each date range based on current charges & costs. Prices may go up or down & supplements (e.g. flight &/or fuel), or reductions may apply. Supplements ‘from’ are based on low season dates. For full details on how to price your holiday, charges,<br />

supplements & surcharges see ‘Your Holiday Price’ page 368. For important Holiday Information & Booking Conditions see pages 368 - 385. †Some facilities may incur a local charge. LOW 03-30Jan,14Mar-03Apr.MID 20-26Dec,31Jan-13Feb,21Feb-13Mar,04-18Apr.HIGH 27 Dec - 02 Jan, 14 - 20 Feb. NS337a<br />

LIFT PASS (6 DAYS)<br />

<strong>SKI</strong>ER’S PACK (6 DAYS)<br />

<strong>SNOWBOARD</strong>ER’S PACK (6 DAYS)<br />

<strong>SKI</strong>/BOARD EQUIPMENT (6 DAYS) ADULT CHILD* <strong>SKI</strong>/BOARD TUITION<br />

Adult (12-64yrs) .......................................................... £159<br />

Child (6-11yrs) ............................................................ £129<br />

Senior (65-74yrs) ........................................................ £139<br />

Lift pass covers Grand Serre Chevalier: Briancon, Villeneuve,<br />

Chantmerle & Monetiers with 1 free day in Grande Galaxie<br />

resorts (Milky Way, Puy St Vincent, Les Deux Alpes or Alpe<br />

d’Huez). Free lift pass for children 0-5yrs & 75yrs+. Includes<br />

handsfree keycard.<br />

Adult - Complete Beginner †† ..................................... £289<br />

Adult - Intermediate .................................................... £299<br />

Child - Complete Beginner †† ..................................... £245<br />

Child - Intermediate .................................................... £259<br />

Ski Pack Ages: Adult = 12yrs+, Child = 6-11yrs.<br />

Includes: 5 days x 2hrs tuition, 6 days local lift pass & 6 days<br />

standard ski & boot hire. Includes handsfree keycard.<br />

Adult - Complete Beginner †† ..................................... £299<br />

Adult - Intermediate .................................................... £309<br />

Snowboard Pack Ages: Adult = 13yrs+. Includes: 5 days x<br />

2hrs tuition, 6 days local lift pass & 6 days standard<br />

snowboard & boot hire. Includes handsfree keycard.<br />

SERRE CHEVALIER <strong>SKI</strong> PACK<br />

Skis & boots beginner ................................. £55 £45<br />

Skis & boots intermediate ........................... £85 -<br />

Skis & boots superior .................................. £109 -<br />

Skis only beginner ...................................... £45 £45<br />

Skis only intermediate ................................ £59 -<br />

Skis only superior ....................................... £75 -<br />

Snowboard & boots .................................... £85 £85<br />

Snowboard only ......................................... £59 £59<br />

Helmet** .................................................... - Included<br />

*Child skis & boots = 3-11yrs, *Child board & boots = 8-11yrs.<br />

**All child equipment hire includes a helmet.<br />

Adult ski school (5x2hrs) ............................................ £105<br />

Child ski school (5x2hrs) ............................................. £105<br />

Snowboard school (5x2hrs) ........................................ £105<br />

Child ski school = 4-12yrs. Snowboard school = 13yrs+.<br />

IMPORTANT: †† Complete beginner = Ability Level 0, Intermediate = Ability Level 1-4. Ability levels must be stated at the time of booking - see page 13 for details. Special Offers may be withdrawn at any time. Prices are in £s and are approximate - please see reservation system, our website or call us for more details.<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk/serrechevalier call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free use of indoor/<br />

outdoor pool & sauna<br />

Child %<br />

discount<br />

337


338<br />

FRANCE – MONTGENEVRE<br />

“…Famously snowsure,<br />

Montgenèvre<br />

has one of the best<br />

records in the<br />

Southern Alps.”<br />

Fair Excellent<br />

BEGINNERS<br />

INTERMEDIATES<br />

ADVANCED<br />

OFF-PISTE<br />

NON <strong>SKI</strong>ERS<br />

FAMILIES<br />

NIGHTLIFE<br />

MOUNTAIN<br />

Skiing Altitude 1800m–2650m<br />

Resort Altitude 1850m<br />

Pistes Area - 400km<br />

Number of Runs 48<br />

11% 27% 42% 20%<br />

Number of lifts 40<br />

Drags 13 / Chairs 11 / Gondolas 2<br />

Longest Run 7km<br />

Direction of Slopes N,S<br />

Terrain Parks no<br />

Half Pipe yes<br />

Cross Country Trails 25km<br />

Night Skiing no<br />

Mountain Restaurants 2<br />

Snowmaking 1000 snow cannons<br />

Resort Ski Bus no<br />

Linked Resorts Sauze d’Oulx,<br />

Sestriere, Sansicario & Clavier<br />

FAMILY<br />

Babycare 6mths<br />

Crèche 3-5yrs<br />

Ski Kindergarten 3-5yrs<br />

See page 373 or<br />

neilson.co.uk/childcare for more info.<br />

TRAVEL<br />

Departure Airports Gatwick,<br />

Birmingham* & Manchester*<br />

Destination Airports Turin<br />

Season 20 Dec – 4 Apr<br />

Departure Day Sunday<br />

Flight Guide See page 384<br />

Transfer Time 1hrs 45mins<br />

Private taxi transfers available -<br />

please call us for details<br />

Self Drive See page 368<br />

*Birmingham & Manchester last<br />

outbound flight 14 Mar<br />

QUIET NIGHTLIFE • SELF DRIVE<br />

As one of the oldest resorts in France,<br />

Montgenèvre retains the personal feel<br />

of a small village whilst allowing<br />

access for intermediates to the<br />

mighty ‘Milky Way’ ski area just over<br />

the border in Italy.<br />

<strong>The</strong> town became fashionable in the<br />

1930s and has remained traditional<br />

and pretty, even as the skiing has<br />

expanded. <strong>The</strong> main ski area<br />

straddles France & Italy and is easily<br />

accessible from within the heart of<br />

the village, offering stunning scenery.<br />

<strong>The</strong> immediate runs are particularly<br />

suited to beginners and intermediates<br />

whilst the more advanced skier can<br />

enjoy the wider area and fantastic off<br />

piste opportunities.<br />

Famously snow-sure, Montgenèvre<br />

has one of the best records in the<br />

Southern Alps, receiving regular<br />

dumps of snow from storms forced<br />

up the valley from the west. Recently<br />

a bypass was built diverting the busy<br />

main road from the centre of the<br />

village, meaning heavy through traffic<br />

is a thing of the past. <strong>The</strong>re has never<br />

been a better time to visit this high,<br />

snow-sure resort.<br />

ACTIVITIES<br />

• Sledge Runs<br />

• Cinema<br />

• Ice Rink<br />

• Weekly Market<br />

• Snowmobiling<br />

• Snowshoeing<br />

DAY TRIP TO BRIANÇON<br />

For a break away from the slopes, head<br />

down on the daily bus to Briançon, a<br />

historical and very pretty old town at<br />

the base of the valley.<br />

LIFT PASS & TUITION<br />

PRICE PROMISE<br />

See page 371<br />

TOBOGANNING<br />

Hurtling down a hill on skis all<br />

day not enough? Try having a<br />

sit down on a sledge and do it<br />

all over again at the end of the<br />

day!


NEILSON CHALET PETIT CLAUTRE<br />

MONTGENEVRE – FRANCE<br />

This traditional style chalet lies next to the Chalet Génépy and alongside<br />

the piste. With spacious and modern decor and with all bedrooms<br />

ensuite this chalet makes a great home from home. It is an excellent<br />

base for both skiing and the resort’s bars & shops which are 250m<br />

away. In a prime position right on the piste with the Chalmettes lift just<br />

100m away allowing skiing to and from the door. <strong>The</strong> ski school<br />

meeting point is a 10 min walk away.<br />

ACCOMMODATION:<br />

GROUND FLOOR: Living/dining<br />

room with TV (local channels only),<br />

DVD player & wood burning stove.<br />

Two twin bedrooms each with bath,<br />

overhead shower and wc.<br />

FIRST FLOOR: Four twin bedrooms<br />

each with shower and wc. Rooms<br />

with a bath are available at a<br />

supplement.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Chalet Board. Daily<br />

breakfast & afternoon tea with<br />

freshly baked cake; home-cooked<br />

three course evening meal on six<br />

nights served with wine and after<br />

dinner coffee.<br />

NEILSON CHALET GENEPY<br />

HOTEL LE CHALET BLANC<br />

Please note: Chalet staff live out.<br />

Children are welcome when part of<br />

a group booking the whole chalet.<br />

Generous discounts or free places<br />

may apply when sharing a room<br />

with 2 adults.<br />

PROPERTY CODE: RA0C03<br />

This has to be the archetypal chalet – picturesque, built of wood,<br />

beautifully furnished with antique pieces and a roaring fireplace in the<br />

cosy living room. <strong>The</strong> charming Chalet Génépy offers very comfortable<br />

accommodation, idyllic views and a large sunny terrace that overlooks<br />

the pistes. Furthermore it’s in a prime position right on the piste with<br />

the Chalmettes lift just 100m away allowing skiing to and from the<br />

door. <strong>The</strong> resort centre is 250m away and is a 10 min walk to the ski<br />

school meeting point. This chalet has a beautiful hand crafted interior<br />

making it one of the prettiest in our collection.<br />

ACCOMMODATION:<br />

GROUND FLOOR: Living/dining<br />

room with TV and fireplace and<br />

large outdoor sun terrace. Two twin<br />

bedrooms sharing a separate bath,<br />

shower room and separate wc.<br />

<strong>The</strong>se bedrooms are available at a<br />

reduction as they share bathroom<br />

facilities.<br />

FIRST FLOOR: Four double<br />

bedrooms each with shower and<br />

wc.<br />

This fantastic boutique style hotel lies at the foot of the slopes & is a<br />

welcome addition to the accommodation offered in this charming<br />

resort. It is tastefully finished with a traditional wood and stone exterior<br />

& contemporary interior décor. <strong>The</strong> English owners offer an excellent<br />

level of service and amenities to their guests to ensure a pampered &<br />

enjoyable holiday. A new ski lift is planned to be built for W09/10 right<br />

next to the hotel making access to the slopes even easier.<br />

FACILITIES†: Bar •À la carte<br />

restaurant •Cosy lounge with<br />

fireplace •Free access to spa facility<br />

with sauna, steam room, hot tub &<br />

fitness room •Massage services<br />

available locally •Room service<br />

ROOMS (2 PEOPLE): Twin or<br />

double bedded rooms with satellite<br />

TV, free Wifi, safe, hairdryer, bath,<br />

shower, wc, & balcony. Larger twin<br />

rooms at a supplement.<br />

FAMILY ROOMS: Split over two<br />

floors, these rooms have a double or<br />

two twin beds plus two extra pullout<br />

beds or a set of bunks.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Chalet Board. Chalet<br />

Board. Daily breakfast & afternoon<br />

tea with freshly baked cake; homecooked<br />

three course evening meal<br />

on six nights served with wine and<br />

after dinner coffee.<br />

Please note: Chalet staff live out.<br />

Children are welcome when part of<br />

a group booking the whole chalet.<br />

Generous discounts or free places<br />

may apply when sharing a room<br />

with 2 adults.<br />

PROPERTY CODE: RA0C02<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board.<br />

Traditional British Continental buffet<br />

breakfast and a three-course waiterserved<br />

evening meal. Christmas<br />

dinner & New Year meal included.<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 34<br />

PROPERTY CODE: RA0H03<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk/montgenevre call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

Neilson Rating •••<br />

<strong>SKI</strong> IN <strong>SKI</strong> OUT<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Sleeps 12<br />

6 bedrooms<br />

All bedrooms ensuite<br />

Ski in ski out<br />

Woodburning stove<br />

Free afternoon tea<br />

Free wine served with<br />

dinner<br />

Unique and charming catered chalets<br />

located in the best resorts<br />

Neilson Rating •••<br />

<strong>SKI</strong> IN <strong>SKI</strong> OUT<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Sleeps 12<br />

6 bedrooms<br />

Ski in ski out<br />

Log fire<br />

Free afternoon tea<br />

Free wine served with<br />

dinner<br />

Unique and charming catered chalets<br />

located in the best resorts<br />

Neilson Rating ••••<br />

<strong>SKI</strong> TO YOUR DOOR<br />

WELLNESS AREA<br />

FAMILY ROOMS<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free use of sauna, steam<br />

room, hot tub & fitness<br />

room.<br />

Unique hotels offering stylish interiors,<br />

personal service and excellent cuisine<br />

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340<br />

FRANCE – MONTGENEVRE<br />

Basic Holiday Prices in £s per adult from<br />

the amounts shown.<br />

Chalet Petite Clautre<br />

20 Dec- 27 Dec- 03 Jan- 24 Jan- 07 Feb- 14 Feb- 21 Feb- 07 Mar- 21 Mar- 28 Mar- 04 Apr-<br />

Nts 26 Dec 02 Jan 23 Jan 06 Feb 13 Feb 20 Feb 06 Mar 20 Mar 27 Mar 03 Apr 11 Apr<br />

Supplements in £s per person per night from:<br />

(Unless otherwise stated)<br />

Chalet: Sole use of twin £26, Private bath £2<br />

RA0C03 Chalet Board Chalet 7 709 909 509 529 635 1009 589 525 515 585 809<br />

25%<br />

Chalet Le Genepy<br />

Chalet: Sole use of twin £26, Shared facilities redn. £1<br />

RA0C02 Chalet Board Chalet 7 709 909 509 529 635 1009 589 525 515 585 809<br />

25%<br />

Hotel Le Chalet Blanc<br />

Room 2: Sole use of twin £93, Larger twin room £12<br />

RA0H03 Half Board Room 2 7 1209 1419 839 985 999 1325 995 855 845 915 1009<br />

25%<br />

Suite 7 1609 1819 1239 1385 1399 1725 1395 1255 1245 1315 1409<br />

Suite: 3rd & 4th Adult redn. £89<br />

Residence Hameau Des Airelles<br />

Apt 2/4: 3 share £4, 2 share £13<br />

RA0A02/AS2 Self Catering Apt 2/4 7 495 619 309 329 485 825 509 325 315 385 465<br />

10%<br />

Apt 2/6 7 485 609 299 319 475 815 499 315 305 375 455<br />

Apt 2/8 7 475 619 289 309 465 825 489 305 295 365 445<br />

Apt 2/6: 5 share £2, 4 share £5, 3 share £10, 2 share £20<br />

Apt 2/8: 7 share £2, 6 share £4, 5 share £7, 4 share £11,<br />

3 share £18, 2 share £33<br />

Prices are a guide only & will be confirmed on enquiry. Adult prices in £ sterling start from the amounts shown & apply to selected flight departures between each date range based on current charges & costs. Prices may go up or down & supplements (e.g. flight &/or fuel), or reductions may apply. Supplements ‘from’ are based on low season dates. For full details on how to price your holiday, charges,<br />

supplements & surcharges see ‘Your Holiday Price’ page 368. For important Holiday Information & Booking Conditions see pages 368 - 385. †Some facilities may incur a local charge. LOW 03-30Jan,14Mar-03Apr.MID 20-26Dec,31Jan-13Feb,21Feb-13Mar,04-18Apr.HIGH 27 Dec - 02 Jan, 14 - 20 Feb. NS340a<br />

LIFT PASS (6 DAYS)<br />

Adult (14-59yrs) .......................................................... £149<br />

Child (6-13yrs) ............................................................ £119<br />

Senior (60-74yrs) ........................................................ £119<br />

Lift pass covers Mont de la Lune & includes free day in the<br />

Milky Way & Grand Galaxie (Serre Chevalier, Les Deux Alpes,<br />

Alpe d’Huez & Puy St Vincent). Free lift pass for children<br />

0-5yrs & 75yrs+. Includes handsfree keycard.<br />

<strong>SKI</strong>ER’S PACK (6 DAYS)<br />

Adult - Complete Beginner †† ..................................... £289<br />

Adult - Intermediate .................................................... £299<br />

Child - Complete Beginner †† ..................................... £239<br />

Child - Intermediate .................................................... £259<br />

Ski Pack Ages: Adult = 13yrs+, Child = 6-12yrs.<br />

Includes: 6 days x 2hrs30m tuition, 6 days local lift pass & 6<br />

days standard ski & boot hire. Includes handsfree keycard.<br />

RESIDENCE HAMEAU DES AIRELLES<br />

This stylish new residence with spa area and children’s club (in French<br />

school holidays) has easy access to the slopes.<br />

FACILITIES†: Lounge/bar area •Free<br />

use of sauna, steam room, hot tub<br />

& indoor/outdoor swimming pool<br />

•Massage facilities available •Food<br />

pack/bread delivery service<br />

FOR FAMILIES: Mini Club 4-12yrs,<br />

payable locally. 5 x half days, Mon-<br />

Fri (6x half days during French<br />

school holidays). Places to be<br />

reserved at the time of booking.<br />

ACCOMMODATION: Fully<br />

equipped kitchenette with<br />

dishwasher, living area with CD,<br />

flatscreen TV & DVD, balcony & a<br />

full bathroom. Beds made up on<br />

arrival, towels & end of stay<br />

cleaning are included (except<br />

kitchen & washing up).<br />

APARTMENT (2-4 PEOPLE): Double<br />

or two single sofa beds in the living<br />

room plus a twin bedroom.<br />

<strong>SNOWBOARD</strong>ER’S PACK (6 DAYS)<br />

Adult - Complete Beginner †† ..................................... £315<br />

Adult - Intermediate .................................................... £325<br />

Child - Complete Beginner †† ..................................... £285<br />

Child - Intermediate .................................................... £295<br />

Snowboard Pack Ages: Adult = 13yrs+, Child = 8-12yrs.<br />

Includes: 6 days x 2hrs30m tuition, 6 days local lift pass & 6<br />

days standard snowboard & boot hire. Includes handsfree<br />

keycard.<br />

MONTGENEVRE <strong>SKI</strong> PACK<br />

APARTMENT (2-6 PEOPLE): As<br />

above plus a small bunk room.<br />

Larger apartments with extra twin or<br />

double bedroom available at a<br />

supplement.<br />

APARTMENT (2-8 PEOPLE):<br />

Apartment layout as described<br />

above for 6 people, but duplex plus<br />

a twin bedroom, additional shower<br />

room & wc.<br />

DEPOSIT: Approx €500 per<br />

apartment, payable on arrival.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Self Catering.<br />

Please note: Please see page 374 for<br />

important information about<br />

apartments.<br />

PROPERTY CODE: RA0A02/AS2<br />

<strong>SKI</strong>/BOARD EQUIPMENT (6 DAYS) ADULT CHILD*<br />

Skis & boots beginner ................................. £55 £49<br />

Skis & boots intermediate ........................... £85 -<br />

Skis & boots superior .................................. £109 -<br />

Skis only beginner ...................................... £45 £45<br />

Skis only intermediate ................................ £59 -<br />

Skis only superior ....................................... £79 -<br />

Snowboard & boots .................................... £85 £99<br />

Snowboard only ......................................... £69 £69<br />

Helmet** .................................................... - Included<br />

*Child skis & boots = 3-11yrs, *Child board & boots = 8-11yrs.<br />

**All child equipment hire includes a helmet.<br />

Neilson Rating ••••<br />

<strong>SKI</strong> IN <strong>SKI</strong> OUT<br />

INDOOR POOL<br />

WELLNESS AREA<br />

GOOD FOR FAMILIES<br />

CHILDREN’S CLUB<br />

Child %<br />

discount<br />

<strong>SKI</strong>/BOARD TUITION<br />

Adult ski school (6x2hrs30m) ..................................... £119<br />

Child ski school (6x2hrs30m) ...................................... £109<br />

Snowboard school (6x2hrs30m) ................................. £129<br />

Ski Kindergarten* 3-5 yrs (6x3hrs) .............................. £125<br />

Non-Ski Kindergarten* 3-5 yrs (6x3hrs) ...................... £125<br />

Child ski school = 5-11yrs. Snowboard school = 8yrs+.<br />

*Ski & Non -Ski Kindergarten excludes lunch.<br />

IMPORTANT: †† Complete beginner = Ability Level 0, Intermediate = Ability Level 1-4. Ability levels must be stated at the time of booking - see page 13 for details. Special Offers may be withdrawn at any time. Prices are in £s and are approximate - please see reservation system, our website or call us for more details.<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk/montgenevre call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free use of<br />

indoor/outdoor pool,<br />

sauna, steam room &<br />

hot tub


<strong>SKI</strong> LEADING • FAMILY RESORT • LEARN TO TURN RESORT • SELF DRIVE<br />

ACTIVITIES<br />

• Horse Drawn Sleighs<br />

• Snowshoeing<br />

• Paragliding<br />

• Wellness Centre<br />

• Cinema<br />

Les Trois<br />

Vallées<br />

Massif de la<br />

Vanoise<br />

Le Crey<br />

Col du Gellet<br />

1981m<br />

VALMOREL<br />

1400m<br />

TAKE A SLEIGH RIDE<br />

Journey through the forest and<br />

snowfield in the comfort of a horse<br />

drawn sleigh.<br />

SNOWSHOE TOURS<br />

For some time away from the<br />

downhill, book a guide and uncover<br />

mountain secrets by snowshoe. Tours<br />

are available during the day and in the<br />

evening.<br />

Le Grande Niélard<br />

2551m<br />

Col du Mottet<br />

2403m<br />

oucy<br />

elouviér e Grand Pic<br />

2329m<br />

Unspoilt, quiet and friendly. A resort<br />

where the piste extends directly into<br />

the heart of the village, Valmorel is<br />

one of the Alps hidden treasures. <strong>The</strong><br />

efficient lift system gives easy access<br />

to over 160km of superb runs both<br />

above and below the tree line.<br />

Especially suited to families, complete<br />

beginners and intermediates who<br />

want to immerse themselves in<br />

stunning Alpine scenery with a resort<br />

designed to melt into its majestic<br />

surroundings.<br />

Le Cheval Noir<br />

2832m<br />

2000m 2100m<br />

Longcham p<br />

1650m<br />

VALMOREL – FRANCE<br />

LIFT PASS & TUITION<br />

PRICE PROMISE<br />

See page 371<br />

Valmorel was purpose built so it is<br />

maybe surprising to find it has a<br />

quaint, pedestrianised ‘village’ centre<br />

where many family orientated après<br />

ski activities take place at the end of<br />

the day. A popular resort for families<br />

we have deemed it amongst our<br />

family top ten, it is the perfect<br />

environment to introduce your<br />

children to skiing or boarding. Equally<br />

ideal for keen skiers who enjoy<br />

relaxing in a cosy après-ski café or bar<br />

discussing the adventures of the day.<br />

Massif des Grandes<br />

Rousses<br />

Vallées de la<br />

Maurienne<br />

St. Francois<br />

2550m<br />

“Unspoilt, quiet and<br />

friendly… Valmorel<br />

is one of the Alps<br />

hidden treasures”<br />

BEGINNERS<br />

INTERMEDIATES<br />

ADVANCED<br />

OFF-PISTE<br />

NON <strong>SKI</strong>ERS<br />

FAMILIES<br />

NIGHTLIFE<br />

MOUNTAIN<br />

Skiing Altitude 1250m–2550m<br />

Resort Altitude 1400m<br />

Pistes 150km<br />

Number of Runs 83<br />

33% 39% 19% 9%<br />

Number of lifts 52<br />

Drags 36 / Chairs 14<br />

Cable Cars 2<br />

Longest Run 8km<br />

Direction of Slopes N,S<br />

Terrain Parks yes<br />

Half Pipe yes<br />

Cross Country Trails 23km<br />

Night Skiing no<br />

Mountain Restaurants 6<br />

Snowmaking 17% runs covered<br />

Resort Ski Bus no<br />

FAMILY<br />

Fair Excellent<br />

Babycare see Village Club du Soleil<br />

Crèche see Village Club du Soleil<br />

Ski Kindergarten 3-4yrs<br />

See page 373 or<br />

neilson.co.uk/childcare for more info.<br />

TRAVEL<br />

Departure Airports<br />

Gatwick & Manchester<br />

Destination Airport Geneva<br />

Season 19 Dec-10 Apr<br />

Departure Day Saturday<br />

Flight Guide see page 384<br />

Transfer Time 3hrs 15mins<br />

Private taxi transfers available -<br />

please call us for details<br />

Self Drive See page 368<br />

LIFT PASS OFFER*<br />

FREE child lift pass (5-10yrs) when 1<br />

adult pre-books a lift pass.<br />

*Valid for 19-26 Dec & 3-10 Apr<br />

departures<br />

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342<br />

FRANCE – VALMOREL<br />

ATHAMANTHE & VALERIANE APARTMENTS<br />

Conveniently located at the entrance of the resort and just 200m from<br />

the lifts & shops, these apartments are furnished to a high standard and<br />

offer good value and a comfortable base for your stay. A bakery<br />

ordering service is available from reception.<br />

ACCOMMODATION: Kitchenette<br />

with microwave-grill oven, living<br />

area with TV, balcony or terrace and<br />

bathroom with bath, shower & wc.<br />

Bed linen, towels, cleaning pack,<br />

end of stay cleaning (except kitchen<br />

& washing up) included.<br />

STUDIOS (2-4 PEOPLE): Approx.<br />

28m 2 . Living area with two single<br />

beds and cabine with two bunks,<br />

bathroom & wc.<br />

APARTMENTS (2-5 PEOPLE):<br />

Approx. 32m 2 . Living room with two<br />

sofa beds & pull-out bed and a<br />

double bedroom.<br />

APARTMENTS (2-6 PEOPLE):<br />

Approx. 39m 2 . Living room with two<br />

sofa beds, a double bedroom, a<br />

cabine with bunks, and an<br />

additional shower room. South<br />

facing rooms also available.<br />

DEPOSIT: Approx €200 per<br />

studio/apartment, payable on<br />

arrival.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Self Catering.<br />

Please note: Extra services available -<br />

Please see page 374 for details and<br />

important information about<br />

apartments.<br />

PROPERTY CODE: X06A03<br />

LES CHALETS DU MOREL APARTMENTS<br />

Divided up into hamlets scattered around the resort centre, Les Chalets<br />

du Morel apartments comprise of a number of buildings in the<br />

traditional Savoie style, ideally situated close to the shops, ski lifts and<br />

slopes.<br />

ACCOMMODATION: Kitchenette<br />

with microwave-grill, oven &<br />

dishwasher (except studio 2-3), TV,<br />

balcony/terrace, bath or shower and<br />

wc. Bed linen, towels, cleaning pack,<br />

end of stay cleaning (except kitchen<br />

& washing up) included.<br />

STUDIOS (2-3 PEOPLE): Approx.<br />

20m 2 . Living area with two single<br />

sofa beds and a pull-out bed.<br />

STUDIOS (2-4 PEOPLE): Approx.<br />

28m 2 . Living area with two single<br />

beds and two single beds in the<br />

dining area separated by a movable<br />

partition.<br />

APARTMENTS (2-5 PEOPLE):<br />

Approx. 30m 2 . Living area with two<br />

single beds and bedroom with two<br />

single beds and an extra bed in<br />

either room.<br />

HOTEL DU BOURG<br />

A cosy hotel full of charming wooden Savoyard features offers friendly<br />

service and a warm welcome. Well located in the resort, close to the<br />

bars and restaurants, this accommodation is simple yet comfortable.<br />

Just 200m from the Altispace and Telebourg lifts.<br />

FACILITIES†: Cosy bar with open<br />

log fire •Internet access •Sauna<br />

ROOMS (2-4 PEOPLE): Twin, triple<br />

& quad rooms with satellite TV,<br />

bath, shower & wc. Rooms for four<br />

may have mezzanine & steps.<br />

APARTMENTS (2-6 PEOPLE):<br />

Approx. 35m 2 . Living area with two<br />

single beds, dining area with two<br />

single beds separated by a movable<br />

partition and bedroom with two<br />

single beds.<br />

DEPOSIT: Approx €200 per<br />

studio/apartment, payable on<br />

arrival.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Self Catering.<br />

Please note: Extra services available -<br />

Please see page 374 for details and<br />

important information about<br />

apartments.<br />

PROPERTY CODE: X06A00<br />

BOARD BASIS: Bed & Breakfast.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 52<br />

PROPERTY CODE: X06H00<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk/valmorel call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

Neilson Rating •••<br />

FREE CHILD PLACES<br />

Neilson Rating ••+<br />

VALUE<br />

No frills accommodation at a cheaper price<br />

– where it's the skiing that really counts!<br />

Neilson Rating ••<br />

FOUR OR MORE<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Sauna


HOTEL VILLAGE CLUB DU SOLEIL LA FONTAINE<br />

This family hotel in the ‘La Foret’ area is an ideal choice for families with<br />

children and is very conveniently located. <strong>The</strong> ski lift is 50m away with<br />

the village centre just a 5 minute walk away. Après-ski includes games,<br />

themed evenings, dance nights, cabaret or café theatre and is aimed at<br />

entertaining the whole family.<br />

FACILITIES†: Bar •Entertainment<br />

room •Sun terrace •Free use of<br />

sauna<br />

FOR FAMILIES: Family restaurant -<br />

picnic lunch available •Snow garden<br />

(3-5 yrs) •Indoor games area<br />

HOTEL OPERATED KIDS’ CLUBS:<br />

•Children’s Club for 3mnths-1yr, 2-<br />

3yrs and 4-5yrs all season<br />

•Clubs for 6-7yrs in French school<br />

holidays only<br />

ROOMS (2 PEOPLE): Twin bedded<br />

attic room with skylight, available on<br />

request only.<br />

VALMOREL – FRANCE<br />

FAMILY ROOMS (3-5 PEOPLE):<br />

Open plan room with double bed,<br />

bunk beds and a pull-out bed, bath<br />

or shower, wc & satellite TV.<br />

DEPOSIT: Approx €230 per room,<br />

payable on arrival.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Full Board. Buffet<br />

breakfast, buffet lunch with hot &<br />

cold dishes (or a packed lunch),<br />

buffet three course evening meal<br />

served with wine. Christmas & New<br />

Year meals included.<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 54<br />

PROPERTY CODE: X06H04<br />

Neilson Rating •••<br />

<strong>SKI</strong> IN <strong>SKI</strong> OUT<br />

GOOD FOR FAMILIES<br />

CHILDREN’S CLUB<br />

FAMILY ROOMS<br />

SPECIAL OFFER – FREE CHILD LIFT PASS (5-10yrs) PER ADULT PRE-BOOKED ADULT LIFT PASS – SELECTED DATES APPLY<br />

Basic Holiday Prices in £s per adult from<br />

19 Dec- 26 Dec- 02 Jan- 23 Jan- 06 Feb- 13 Feb- 20 Feb- 06 Mar- 20 Mar- 27 Mar- 03 Apr- 10 Apr- Supplements in £s per person per night from: Child %<br />

the amounts shown.<br />

Nts 25 Dec 01 Jan 22 Jan 05 Feb 12 Feb 19 Feb 05 Mar 19 Mar 26 Mar 02 Apr 09 Apr 17 Apr (Unless otherwise stated)<br />

discount<br />

Athamanthe & Valeriane Apartments<br />

X06A03 Self Catering Studio 2/4 7 455 619 315 359 405 699 415 365 355 405 499 439<br />

Studio 2/4: 3 share £4, 2 share £13<br />

10%<br />

Apt 2/5 7 449 615 309 355 399 695 409 359 349 399 495 435<br />

Apt 2/5: 4 share £3, 3 share £8, 2 share £19<br />

Apt 2/6 7 445 609 305 349 395 689 405 355 345 395 489 429<br />

Apt 2/6: South facing apt £12, 5 share £2, 4 share £6,<br />

3 share £12, 2 share £24<br />

Les Chalets Du Morel Apartments<br />

X06A00 Self Catering Studio 2/3 7 465 629 325 355 399 709 425 369 365 415 509 449<br />

Studio 2/3: 2share£6<br />

10%<br />

Studio 2/4 7 455 619 315 345 389 699 415 359 355 405 499 439<br />

Studio 2/4: 3 share £4, 2 share £11<br />

Apt 2/5 7 445 609 305 335 379 689 405 349 345 395 489 429<br />

Apt 2/5: 4 share £3, 3 share £8, 2 share £17<br />

Apt 2/6 7 439 605 299 329 375 685 399 345 339 389 485 425<br />

Apt 2/6: 5 share £2, 4 share £6, 3 share £11, 2 share £22<br />

Hotel Du Bourg<br />

X06H00 Bed & Breakfast Room 2/4 7 605 799 449 529 555 849 549 539 535 509 609 535<br />

Room 2/4: Sole use of twin £32<br />

25%<br />

Hotel Village Club Du Soleil La Fontaine<br />

X06H04 Full Board Room 3/5 7 995 1219 779 859 1039 1369 1059 899 859 905 1079 979<br />

Room 3/5: 2share£8<br />

25%<br />

Prices are a guide only & will be confirmed on enquiry. Adult prices in £ sterling start from the amounts shown & apply to selected flight departures between each date range based on current charges & costs. Prices may go up or down & supplements (e.g. flight &/or fuel), or reductions may apply. Supplements ‘from’ are based on low season dates. For full details on how to price your holiday, charges,<br />

supplements & surcharges see ‘Your Holiday Price’ page 368. For important Holiday Information & Booking Conditions see pages 368 - 385. †Some facilities may incur a local charge. LOW 12-18Dec,02-29Jan,13-26Mar.MID 19-25Dec,30Jan-12Feb,20Feb-12Mar,27Mar-17Apr.HIGH 26 Dec - 01 Jan, 13 - 19 Feb. NS343a<br />

LIFT PASS (6 DAYS)<br />

<strong>SKI</strong>ER’S PACK (6 DAYS)<br />

<strong>SNOWBOARD</strong>ER’S PACK (6 DAYS)<br />

<strong>SKI</strong>/BOARD EQUIPMENT (6 DAYS) ADULT CHILD* <strong>SKI</strong>/BOARD TUITION<br />

Adult (13-64yrs) .......................................................... £179<br />

Child (5-7yrs) .............................................................. £125<br />

Youth (8-12yrs) ........................................................... £155<br />

Senior (65-74yrs) ........................................................ £155<br />

Family* ....................................................................... £555<br />

Lift pass covers Valmorel and Grand Domaine ski area. Free<br />

lift pass for children 0-4yrs & 75yrs+. *Family lift pass for 2<br />

adults & 2 children aged 5-17yrs, proof of family relationship<br />

will also be required - 1 adult & children must have the same<br />

surname. Includes handsfree keycard.<br />

Adult - Complete Beginner †† ..................................... £295<br />

Adult - Intermediate .................................................... £305<br />

Child - Complete Beginner †† ..................................... £209<br />

Child - Intermediate .................................................... £229<br />

Ski Pack Ages: Adult = 13yrs+, Child = 6-12yrs.<br />

Includes: 6 days x 2hrs30m tuition, 6 days lift pass & 6 days<br />

standard ski & boot hire.Includes handsfree keycard.<br />

SPECIAL OFFER: Pre-book an adult lift pass and<br />

receive a childrens lift pass (5-10yrs) FREE. Valid<br />

for 19 - 26 Dec & 3 - 17 Apr departures.<br />

Adult - Complete Beginner †† ..................................... £305<br />

Adult - Intermediate .................................................... £319<br />

Child - Complete Beginner †† ..................................... £249<br />

Child - Intermediate .................................................... £259<br />

Snowboard Pack Ages: Adult = 13yrs+, Child = 8-12yrs.<br />

Includes: 6 days x 2hrs30m tuition, 6 days lift pass & 6 days<br />

standard snowboard & boot hire. Includes handsfree keycard.<br />

VALMOREL <strong>SKI</strong> PACK<br />

Skis & boots beginner ................................. £49 £45<br />

Skis & boots intermediate ........................... £75 -<br />

Skis & boots superior .................................. £99 -<br />

Skis only beginner ...................................... £35 £35<br />

Skis only intermediate ................................ £55 -<br />

Skis only superior ....................................... £69 -<br />

Snowboard & boots .................................... £79 £79<br />

Snowboard only ......................................... £59 £59<br />

Helmet** .................................................... - Included<br />

*Child skis & boots = 3-11yrs, *Child board & boots = 8-11yrs.<br />

**All child equipment hire includes a helmet.<br />

Adult ski school (6x2hrs30m) ..................................... £99<br />

Child ski school (6x2hrs30m) ...................................... £89<br />

Adult Snowboard school (6x2hrs30m) ....................... £99<br />

Child Snowboard school (6x2hrs30m) ....................... £89<br />

Ski Kindergarten * 3-4 yrs (6x3hrs) ............................. £129<br />

Child ski school = 6-12yrs. Child snowboard school =<br />

8-12yrs. Ski Kindergarten excludes lunch.<br />

IMPORTANT: †† Complete beginner = Ability Level 0, Intermediate = Ability Level 1-4. Ability levels must be stated at the time of booking - see page 13 for details. Special Offers may be withdrawn at any time. Prices are in £s and are approximate - please see reservation system, our website or call us for more details.<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk/valmorel call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free 6 days lift pass &<br />

skis & boots included<br />

(snowboard equipment<br />

subject to availability)<br />

Free wine served with<br />

dinner<br />

Free ski hosting on<br />

Sunday morning<br />

(excludes beginners)<br />

Free children's clubs<br />

Free use of sauna<br />

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344<br />

FRANCE – LA TANIA<br />

“A little secret haven,<br />

nestled amongst the<br />

tree lined slopes”<br />

Fair Excellent<br />

BEGINNERS<br />

INTERMEDIATES<br />

ADVANCED<br />

OFF-PISTE<br />

NON <strong>SKI</strong>ERS<br />

FAMILIES<br />

NIGHTLIFE<br />

MOUNTAIN<br />

Skiing Altitude 1260m–3230m<br />

Resort Altitude 1350m<br />

Pistes Area - 600km<br />

Number of Runs 275<br />

21% 33% 35% 11%<br />

Number of lifts 180<br />

Drags 72 / Chairs 68 / Gondolas 34<br />

Cable Cars 6<br />

Longest Run 6km<br />

Direction of Slopes N,S,E,W<br />

Terrain Parks yes<br />

Half Pipe yes<br />

Cross Country Trails 33km<br />

Night Skiing no<br />

Mountain Restaurants 41<br />

Snowmaking 41% runs covered<br />

Resort Ski Bus yes<br />

Linked Resorts<br />

Méribel & Mottaret, Courchevel,<br />

Val Thorens, Les Menuires<br />

FAMILY<br />

Babycare n/a<br />

Crèche n/a<br />

Ski Kindergarten 3½-5yrs<br />

See page 373 or<br />

neilson.co.uk/childcare for more info.<br />

TRAVEL<br />

Departure Airports Gatwick**,<br />

Birmingham, Manchester**<br />

& Glasgow*<br />

Destination Airport<br />

Geneva & Grenoble<br />

Season 19 Dec-10 Apr<br />

Departure Day Saturday<br />

Flight Guide see page 384<br />

Transfer Time Geneva 3hrs<br />

Grenoble 2hrs 30mins<br />

Private taxi transfers available -<br />

please call us for details<br />

Self Drive See page 368<br />

*Glasgow departures on<br />

26 Dec & 3 Apr only.<br />

**Geneva only available from Gatwick<br />

& Manchester<br />

EUROSTAR SERVICE<br />

Eurostar service available to this resort -<br />

see page 368<br />

<strong>SKI</strong> LEADING • GOOD FOR FAMILIES • QUIET NIGHTLIFE • SELF DRIVE<br />

• EUROSTAR RESORT<br />

Ideally located to access the mighty<br />

Three Valleys, though small enough<br />

to lose the bustle of the evening<br />

crowds. This resort is a little secret<br />

haven, nestled amongst the tree-lined<br />

slopes in between its infamous<br />

neighbours - chic Courchevel and<br />

picturesque Méribel. La Tania was<br />

built for the 1992 Winter Olympics<br />

and offers a peaceful retreat with all<br />

the comforts of a compact, modern<br />

resort, built with practicality and<br />

comfort in mind. It is ideally suited to<br />

families with younger children that<br />

are learning to ski and those looking<br />

for a cosy and relaxed bolthole after a<br />

full days adventure in the massive<br />

600km of ski terrain. Advanced skiers<br />

will savour the endless opportunities<br />

for both on and off piste expeditions.<br />

While the après-ski is generally low<br />

key, the resort centre offers a handful<br />

of shops and warm inviting bars<br />

perfect for unwinding over a creamy<br />

mug of hot chocolate or a steaming<br />

vin chaud.<br />

ACTIVITIES<br />

• Snowshoeing<br />

• Paragliding<br />

• Dogsledding<br />

• Sports Club<br />

• Cinema<br />

LIFT PASS & TUITION<br />

PRICE PROMISE<br />

See page 371<br />

TANDEM PARAGLIDING<br />

Soar over the resort with a<br />

qualified instructor and observe<br />

the majesty of the mountains<br />

from the sky.<br />

MEET THE HU<strong>SKI</strong>ES OF THE<br />

MOUNTAIN<br />

<strong>Travel</strong> through the forest of La<br />

Tania on a husky sleigh ride.<br />

Have the opportunity to learn<br />

to drive the team and gain the<br />

trust of these amazing working<br />

dogs.


Basic Holiday Prices in £s per adult from<br />

the amounts shown.<br />

Hotel Montana<br />

19 Dec- 26 Dec- 02 Jan- 23 Jan- 06 Feb- 13 Feb- 20 Feb- 06 Mar- 20 Mar- 27 Mar- 03 Apr- 10 Apr-<br />

Nts 25 Dec 01 Jan 22 Jan 05 Feb 12 Feb 19 Feb 05 Mar 19 Mar 26 Mar 02 Apr 09 Apr 17 Apr<br />

VALUE<br />

No frills accommodation at a cheaper price<br />

– where it's the skiing that really counts!<br />

Supplements in £s per person per night from:<br />

(Unless otherwise stated)<br />

XB7H00 Half Board Room 2/3 7 735 1139 619 649 769 1149 779 719 625 679 819 769<br />

Room 2/3: Sole use of twin £10, Superior room £10, 3rd &<br />

4th Adult redn. £27<br />

10%<br />

Family Room 2/4 7 769 1245 639 685 829 1255 875 759 645 699 845 795<br />

Family Room 2/4: Superior room £10, 3rd & 4th Adult<br />

redn. £29<br />

Le Grand Bois Apartments<br />

XB7A00 Self Catering Studio 2/5 7 455 569 299 325 369 669 379 335 325 359 449 399<br />

Studio 2/5: 4 share £2, 3 share £6, 2 share £14<br />

10%<br />

Apt 2/5 7 475 589 319 345 389 689 399 355 345 379 469 419<br />

Apt 2/5: 4 share £3, 3 share £8, 2 share £17<br />

Apt 2/7 7 455 569 299 325 369 669 379 335 325 359 449 399<br />

Apt 2/7: 5 share £4, 4 share £8, 3 share £14, 2 share £26<br />

Prices are a guide only & will be confirmed on enquiry. Adult prices in £ sterling start from the amounts shown & apply to selected flight departures between each date range based on current charges & costs. Prices may go up or down & supplements (e.g. flight &/or fuel), or reductions may apply. Supplements ‘from’ are based on low season dates. For full details on how to price your holiday, charges,<br />

supplements & surcharges see ‘Your Holiday Price’ page 368. For important Holiday Information & Booking Conditions see pages 368 - 385. †Some facilities may incur a local charge. LOW 12-18Dec,02-29Jan,13-26Mar.MID 19-25Dec,30Jan-12Feb,20Feb-12Mar,27Mar-17Apr.HIGH 26 Dec - 01 Jan, 13 - 19 Feb. NS345a<br />

LIFT PASS (6 DAYS) LOCAL AREA<br />

Adult (13-64yrs) ......................................... £169 £205<br />

Child (5-12yrs) ............................................ £125 £165<br />

Senior (65-75yrs) ........................................ £145 £175<br />

Family* ....................................................... £535 £635<br />

Local pass covers La Tania and Courchevel ski area. Area pass<br />

covers the 3 Valleys ski area. Free lift pass for children 0-4yrs.<br />

*Family lift pass for 2 adults & 2 children aged 5-17yrs, proof<br />

of family relationship will also be required - 1 adult &<br />

children must have the same surname. Includes handsfree<br />

keycard.<br />

<strong>SKI</strong>ER’S PACK (6 DAYS)<br />

Adult - Complete Beginner †† ..................................... £329<br />

Adult - Intermediate .................................................... £329<br />

Child - Complete Beginner †† ..................................... £255<br />

Child - Intermediate .................................................... £255<br />

Ski Pack Ages: Adult = 13yrs+, Child = 4-12yrs.<br />

Includes: 6 days x 2hrs30m tuition, 6 days local lift pass & 6<br />

days standard ski & boot hire. Includes handsfree keycard.<br />

HOTEL MONTANA<br />

This is the only hotel in La Tania and it provides good quality<br />

accommodation and an excellent location, just 100m from the lifts and<br />

50m from the local bars & restaurants.<br />

FACILITIES†: Bar & lounge •Free<br />

use of jetted plunge pool, sauna &<br />

fitness room •Massage services<br />

•Two restaurants •Wifi<br />

ROOMS (2-4 PEOPLE): Standard<br />

twins, doubles, triple or four bedded<br />

family rooms with satellite TV, bath,<br />

shower & balcony. Extra beds are<br />

fold out beds. Superior refurbished<br />

rooms on third floor available at a<br />

supplement.<br />

LE GRAND BOIS APARTMENTS<br />

<strong>SNOWBOARD</strong>ER’S PACK (6 DAYS)<br />

Adult - Complete Beginner †† ..................................... £345<br />

Adult - Intermediate .................................................... £359<br />

Snowboard Pack Ages: Adult = 13yrs+. Includes: Complete<br />

Beginner = 6 days x 2hrs tuition, 6 days local lift pass & 6<br />

days standard snowboard & boot hire. Intermediate = 6<br />

days x 2hrs30m tuition, 6 days local lift pass & 6 days<br />

standard snowboard & boot hire. All include handsfree<br />

keycard.<br />

LA TANIA <strong>SKI</strong> PACK<br />

LA TANIA – FRANCE<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board. Buffet<br />

breakfast and waiter service evening<br />

meals. Christmas & New Year meals<br />

included.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 80<br />

PROPERTY CODE: XB7H00<br />

Good value apartments, in two central buildings only 150m to the main<br />

gondola. Shops, supermarket & the ski school meeting point are all<br />

nearby.<br />

ACCOMMODATION: Kitchenette<br />

with dishwasher, bathroom,<br />

separate wc & balcony. Bed linen &<br />

TV included. Towels & end of stay<br />

cleaning are part of optional<br />

prebookable services.<br />

STUDIOS (2-5 PEOPLE): Approx.<br />

28m 2 . Living area with two single<br />

sofa beds, a pull-out bed and a<br />

cabine with bunks.<br />

APARTMENTS (2-5 PEOPLE):<br />

Approx. 35m 2 . Twin bedroom &<br />

living area with two single sofa beds<br />

& a pull-out bed.<br />

APARTMENTS (2-7 PEOPLE):<br />

Approx. 50m 2 . Twin bedroom,<br />

cabine with bunks, living area with<br />

two single sofa beds & a pull-out<br />

bed & an additional shower room &<br />

wc.<br />

DEPOSIT: Approx €200 per<br />

studio/apartment, payable on arrival.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Self Catering.<br />

Please note: Extra services available -<br />

Please see page 374 for details and<br />

important information about<br />

apartments.<br />

PROPERTY CODE: XB7A00<br />

<strong>SKI</strong>/BOARD EQUIPMENT (6 DAYS) ADULT CHILD*<br />

Skis & boots beginner .................................<br />

Skis & boots intermediate ...........................<br />

Skis & boots superior ..................................<br />

Skis only beginner ......................................<br />

Skis only intermediate ................................<br />

Skis only superior .......................................<br />

Snowboard & boots ....................................<br />

Snowboard only .........................................<br />

Helmet** ....................................................<br />

£55<br />

£85<br />

£99<br />

£45<br />

£69<br />

£79<br />

£89<br />

£59<br />

-<br />

£45<br />

-<br />

-<br />

£45<br />

-<br />

-<br />

£99<br />

£75<br />

Included<br />

*Child skis & boots = 3-11yrs, *Child board & boots = 8-11yrs.<br />

**All child equipment hire includes a helmet.<br />

Neilson Rating •••<br />

<strong>SKI</strong> IN <strong>SKI</strong> OUT<br />

CENTRAL LOCATION<br />

GOOD FOR FAMILIES<br />

FAMILY ROOMS<br />

Neilson Rating ••<br />

CENTRAL LOCATION<br />

Child %<br />

discount<br />

<strong>SKI</strong>/BOARD TUITION<br />

Adult ski school (6x2hrs30m) ..................................... £125<br />

Child ski school (6x2hrs30m) ...................................... £115<br />

Beginner snowboard school (6x2hrs) ......................... £119<br />

Intermediate snowboard school (6x2hrs30m) ............ £135<br />

Child ski school = 3-12yrs. Snowboard school = 11yrs+.<br />

IMPORTANT: †† Complete beginner = Ability Level 0, Intermediate = Ability Level 1-4. Ability levels must be stated at the time of booking - see page 13 for details. Special Offers may be withdrawn at any time. Prices are in £s and are approximate - please see reservation system, our website or call us for more details.<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk/latania call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free use of jetted<br />

plunge pool, sauna &<br />

fitness room<br />

Special discount 2-5yrs:<br />

£150 HS; £50 LS<br />

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346<br />

FRANCE – MERIBEL & MOTTARET<br />

“Lying at the centre<br />

of <strong>The</strong> Three Valleys<br />

with quick access to<br />

every part”<br />

Fair Excellent<br />

BEGINNERS<br />

INTERMEDIATES<br />

ADVANCED<br />

OFF-PISTE<br />

NON <strong>SKI</strong>ERS<br />

FAMILIES<br />

NIGHTLIFE<br />

MOUNTAIN<br />

Skiing Altitude 1400m–2952m<br />

Resort Altitude 1450m & 1700m<br />

Pistes Area - 600km<br />

Number of Runs 275<br />

11% 46% 31% 12%<br />

Number of lifts 180<br />

Drags 72 / Chairs 68 / Gondolas 34<br />

Cable Cars 6<br />

Longest Run 6km<br />

Direction of Slopes N,S,E,W<br />

Terrain Parks yes<br />

Half Pipe yes<br />

Cross Country Trails 90km<br />

Night Skiing no<br />

Mountain Restaurants 41<br />

Snowmaking 41% runs covered<br />

Resort Ski Bus yes<br />

Linked Resorts<br />

Courchevel, La Tania,<br />

Val Thorens & Les Menuires<br />

FAMILY<br />

Babycare 18 mths-3yrs<br />

Crèche 18 mths-3yrs<br />

Ski Kindergarten 3-5yrs<br />

See page 373 or<br />

neilson.co.uk/childcare for more info.<br />

TRAVEL<br />

Departure Airports<br />

Gatwick**, Birmingham,<br />

Manchester**, Glasgow*<br />

Destination Airport<br />

Geneva & Grenoble<br />

Season 19 Dec-10 Apr<br />

Departure Day Saturday<br />

Flight Guide see page 384<br />

Transfer Time Geneva 3hrs<br />

Grenoble 2hrs 30mins<br />

Private taxi transfers available -<br />

please call us for details<br />

Self drive See page 368<br />

*Glasgow - Grenoble departures on<br />

26 Dec & 3 Apr only.<br />

**Geneva only available from<br />

Gatwick & Manchester.<br />

EUROSTAR SERVICE<br />

Eurostar service available to this resort -<br />

see page 368<br />

<strong>SKI</strong> LEADING • LIVELY NIGHTLIFE • SELF DRIVE • EUROSTAR RESORT<br />

An ideal base for skiers and boarders<br />

of all abilities - surrounded by one of<br />

the largest ski areas in the World, all<br />

600km of it! Méribel and Mottaret lie<br />

in the centre of <strong>The</strong> Three Valleys<br />

with quick access to every part. Each<br />

has its own exciting ski area, and<br />

provides immediate access to the<br />

slopes of next door Courchevel, Val<br />

Thorens and Les Menuires.<br />

Méribel sits just below Mottaret, and<br />

has many pretty chalet style buildings<br />

and a lively village centre.<br />

Its selection of shops, restaurants and<br />

bars make for a vibrant atmosphere<br />

with plenty of choice and some<br />

definite ‘hot spots’ for après-ski.<br />

Mottaret is more purpose built and<br />

less attractive, but being a little<br />

higher up the mountain includes<br />

breathtaking views, more doorstep<br />

skiing as well as friendly après-ski in<br />

the compact village centre. A good<br />

ski bus service links the villages into<br />

the evening. <strong>The</strong>se are very popular<br />

resorts with many visitors returning<br />

year after year.<br />

ACTIVITIES<br />

• Ice Rink<br />

• Snowshoeing<br />

• Paragliding<br />

• Heliskiing<br />

• Indoor Climbing<br />

• Snow Mobiling<br />

• Dogsledding<br />

• Cinema<br />

• Bowling<br />

• Casino<br />

• Wellness Centre<br />

LIFT PASS & TUITION<br />

PRICE PROMISE<br />

See page 371<br />

TRY CLIMBING HIGHER<br />

<strong>The</strong> Olympian centre in Méribel<br />

houses an indoor climbing wall<br />

so you can test your skills at<br />

making your own way back up<br />

the mountain.<br />

EXPLORING THE THREE<br />

VALLEYS FROM THE AIR<br />

Take to the skies in a light<br />

aircraft tour of the area. This has<br />

to be the best way to<br />

appreciate the enormity of the<br />

Alps.


MERIBEL & MOTTARET – FRANCE<br />

NEILSON CHALET CHARDONNET (MERIBEL)<br />

A wonderful chalet with all bedrooms ensuite and most rooms enjoying<br />

stunning views across the valley. <strong>The</strong> lounge/dining room is very<br />

spacious with high ceilings and a large log fireplace, TV and DVD<br />

player. Set just above the main centre of Méribel - a short walk from the<br />

resort centre, this is a great chalet that has been popular in our<br />

programme for many years. <strong>The</strong> ski bus stop is 100m down the hill and<br />

buses run approximately every 20 minutes in the mornings, servicing all<br />

the main lift areas.<br />

ACCOMMODATION:<br />

GROUND FLOOR: Three twin rooms<br />

all with ensuite bath, shower, wc &<br />

balcony.<br />

FIRST FLOOR: Large open-plan<br />

living/dining room, sun terrace and<br />

three twin bedrooms each with full<br />

bathroom and balcony.<br />

SECOND FLOOR: Two twin<br />

bedrooms each with bath, shower<br />

and wc.<br />

NEILSON CHALET CHEZ MENOR (MERIBEL)<br />

This is our best and most comfortable chalet in Méribel, it lies in a<br />

peaceful location alongside other chalets and homes, each surrounded<br />

by their own private gardens, just down the hill from the main street of<br />

Méribel. <strong>The</strong> lounge/dining room is very bright and spacious with TV<br />

and DVD player, and has huge glass windows from which to admire the<br />

beautiful surroundings. On sunny days the balcony is the perfect place<br />

to catch a few rays. <strong>The</strong> Chez Menor is 300m from the ski bus stop and<br />

about 500m from the resort centre. <strong>The</strong> ski bus runs approx. every 20<br />

minutes.<br />

ACCOMMODATION:<br />

LOWER GROUND FLOOR: Four<br />

twin bedrooms each with bath,<br />

shower and wc.<br />

GROUND FLOOR: Living/dining<br />

room, sun terrace and twin<br />

bedroom with bath, shower and wc,<br />

balcony.<br />

FIRST FLOOR: Two twin bedrooms<br />

each with ensuite bath, shower and<br />

wc.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Chalet Board. Daily<br />

breakfast & afternoon tea with<br />

freshly baked cake; home-cooked<br />

three course evening meal on six<br />

nights served with wine and after<br />

dinner coffee.<br />

Please note: Chalet staff live in.<br />

Children are welcome when part of<br />

a group booking the whole chalet.<br />

Generous discounts or free places<br />

may apply when sharing a room<br />

with 2 adults.<br />

PROPERTY CODE: XC0C01<br />

BOARD BASIS: Chalet Board. Daily<br />

breakfast & afternoon tea with<br />

freshly baked cake; home-cooked<br />

three course evening meal on six<br />

nights served with wine and after<br />

dinner coffee.<br />

Please note: Chalet staff live out.<br />

Children are welcome when part of<br />

a group booking the whole chalet.<br />

Generous discounts or free places<br />

may apply when sharing a room<br />

with 2 adults.<br />

PROPERTY CODE: XC0C00<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk/meribelmottaret call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

Neilson Rating •••+<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Sleeps 16<br />

8 bedrooms<br />

All bedrooms ensuite<br />

Log fire<br />

Free afternoon tea<br />

Free wine served with<br />

dinner<br />

Unique and charming catered chalets<br />

located in the best resorts<br />

Neilson Rating ••••<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Sleeps 14<br />

7 bedrooms<br />

All bedrooms ensuite<br />

Log fire<br />

Free afternoon tea<br />

Free wine served with<br />

dinner<br />

Unique and charming catered chalets<br />

located in the best resorts<br />

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348<br />

FRANCE – MERIBEL & MOTTARET<br />

LES RAVINES APARTMENTS (MERIBEL)<br />

Recently refurbished, this traditional building made of wood and slate<br />

enjoys a fantastic position in the heart of Méribel. 200 metres to the<br />

slopes & the main lift and 400 metres walk or ski to the ski school<br />

meeting point.<br />

FACILITIES†: Sauna •Pool table<br />

•Launderette<br />

ACCOMMODATION: All apartments<br />

have ceramic hobs, fridge,<br />

microwave oven, dishwasher and<br />

coffee maker, TV, bath or shower<br />

and wc. Bed linen included. Towels<br />

available to hire locally. End of stay<br />

cleaning payable locally.<br />

STUDIO CABINES (2-4 PEOPLE):<br />

Double sofa bed in the living area<br />

and bunks in the entrance hall.<br />

DEPOSIT: Approx €200 per<br />

studio/apartment, payable on<br />

arrival.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Self Catering.<br />

Please note: Extra services available -<br />

Please see page 374 for details and<br />

important information about<br />

apartments.<br />

PROPERTY CODE: XC0A03<br />

LES SENTIERS DU TUEDA APARTMENTS<br />

(MOTTARET)<br />

Four buildings located pisteside connected to the resort centre by a<br />

funicular lift and only 100m to the main lifts, 30m to the ski bus stop &<br />

300m to the resort centre. <strong>The</strong>re is a bus running approx. every 30<br />

minutes to Méribel.<br />

FACILITIES†: Reception •Free open<br />

air parking<br />

ACCOMMODATION: Fully<br />

equipped kitchenette with<br />

dishwasher & microwave, TV,<br />

bathroom, wc & balcony. Bed linen,<br />

towels, cleaning pack, vacuum, end<br />

of stay cleaning (except kitchen &<br />

washing up) included.<br />

STUDIOS (2-4 PEOPLE): Approx.<br />

22-25m². Small living area with two<br />

sofa beds and bunks in the hallway.<br />

APARTMENTS (2-5 PEOPLE):<br />

Approx. 28m². Small living room<br />

with two sofa beds, one pull-out<br />

bed plus a double bedroom.<br />

DEPOSIT: Approx €200 per<br />

studio/apartment, payable on arrival<br />

(credit cards accepted).<br />

LES CRETS APARTMENTS (MOTTARET)<br />

BOARD BASIS: Self Catering.<br />

Please note: Extra services available -<br />

Please see page 374 for details and<br />

important information about<br />

apartments.<br />

PROPERTY CODE: X05A03<br />

Located pisteside, overlooking the resort centre (approx. 300m away) &<br />

just 100m from the main lifts, 50m to the ski bus stop.<br />

FACILITIES†: Wifi •Laundry facility<br />

FOR FAMILIES: Children’s area<br />

ACCOMMODATION: Kitchenette<br />

with dishwasher & microwave-grill<br />

oven, vacuum, lounge, cable TV,<br />

bathroom, wc & balcony. Bed linen,<br />

towels, cleaning pack, end of stay<br />

cleaning (except kitchen & washing<br />

up) included.<br />

APARTMENTS (2-5 PEOPLE):<br />

Approx. 36-50m 2 . Living area with<br />

double sofa bed, bedroom with twin<br />

beds & a folding bed.<br />

APARTMENTS (2-6 PEOPLE):<br />

Approx 46-50m 2 . Living area with<br />

double sofa bed or two single sofa<br />

beds, two twin bedrooms.<br />

Additional shower room. Some have<br />

duplex layout.<br />

DEPOSIT: Approx €200 per<br />

apartment, payable on arrival.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Self Catering.<br />

Please note: Extra services available -<br />

Please see page 374 for details and<br />

important information about<br />

apartments.<br />

PROPERTY CODE: X05A09<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk/meribelmottaret call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

Neilson Rating •••<br />

CENTRAL LOCATION<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Sauna<br />

Neilson Rating •••<br />

<strong>SKI</strong> TO YOUR DOOR<br />

Neilson Rating •••+<br />

<strong>SKI</strong> TO YOUR DOOR


MERIBEL & MOTTARET – FRANCE<br />

LES TROIS HOTELS DE LA CHAUDANNE (MERIBEL)<br />

A group of three centrally located, interconnected hotels. La<br />

Chaudanne, L’Eterlou & Le Tremplin operate as one to offer a high level<br />

of comfort for your stay. 20m to the main Chaudanne lift, ski school<br />

meeting point & nursery slopes.<br />

FACILITIES†: Two bars •Restaurant<br />

•Wifi zone •Beautician services<br />

available •Free use of indoor &<br />

outdoor pool, sauna, steam room &<br />

outdoor hot tub<br />

ROOMS (2-3 PEOPLE): Double<br />

rooms with shower, wc & balcony.<br />

Double or twin (some have extra<br />

sofa bed) with bath, wc & balcony<br />

at a supplement. Rooms have<br />

satellite TV, minibar, safe &<br />

hairdryer.<br />

RESIDENCE FERMES DE MERIBEL<br />

(MERIBEL VILLAGE)<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board.<br />

Extended buffet breakfast & fourcourse<br />

or buffet evening meal.<br />

Occasional local speciality night.<br />

Christmas & New Year gala dinner<br />

included.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 40<br />

PROPERTY CODE: XC0H05<br />

Part of a charming, developing hamlet in between La Tania & Méribel<br />

with a couple of shops, a lively bar & two restaurants. It is 2km from the<br />

centre of Méribel (regularly serviced by bus) and 50m to the nearest lift<br />

& a blue piste.<br />

FACILITIES†: Games room •Free use<br />

of indoor pool, sauna & steam room<br />

•Fitness room •Fitness classes, face<br />

& body treatments available<br />

ACCOMMODATION: Well equipped<br />

kitchenette with dishwasher, cable<br />

TV & balcony, bath or shower & wc.<br />

Bed linen, towels & end of stay<br />

cleaning (except kitchen & washing<br />

up) included.<br />

APARTMENTS (2-4 PEOPLE): Two<br />

single sofa beds in lounge plus a<br />

twin bedroom on request.<br />

APARTMENTS (2-6 PEOPLE): As<br />

above with additional cabine bunks.<br />

APARTMENTS (2-6 PEOPLE): Two<br />

twin bedrooms and two single sofa<br />

beds in the lounge.<br />

APARTMENTS (2-8 PEOPLE): As<br />

above plus cabine bunks or<br />

mezzanine with two single beds &<br />

extra shower room on request.<br />

DEPOSIT: Approx €300 per<br />

apartment, payable on arrival by<br />

credit card.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Self Catering.<br />

Please note: Extra services available -<br />

Please see page 374 for details and<br />

important information about<br />

apartments.<br />

PROPERTY CODE: XC0A04<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk/meribelmottaret call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

Neilson Rating ••••<br />

CENTRAL LOCATION<br />

INDOOR POOL<br />

OUTDOOR POOL<br />

WELLNESS AREA<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free use of indoor &<br />

outdoor pool, sauna,<br />

steam room & outdoor<br />

hot tub<br />

Neilson Rating ••••<br />

INDOOR POOL<br />

WELLNESS AREA<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free use of indoor pool,<br />

sauna & steam room<br />

349


350<br />

FRANCE – MÉRIBEL & MOTTARET<br />

HOTEL LE SAVOY (MERIBEL)<br />

<strong>The</strong> Hotel Le Savoy offers a warm and friendly atmosphere and is ideally<br />

situated in the centre of Méribel and just 300m to the Chaudanne area<br />

and main lifts, with easy access to the slopes and the resort nightlife.<br />

<strong>The</strong> local ski bus stops 20m away.<br />

FACILITIES†: Bar •Restaurant<br />

ROOMS (2-3 PEOPLE): Twin or<br />

double rooms have flatscreen TV,<br />

mini-safe, bath, shower and wc.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Bed & Breakfast.<br />

Half Board available at a supplement<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★<br />

HOTEL LE MOTTARET (MOTTARET)<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 41<br />

PROPERTY CODE: XC0H00<br />

In a prime location within Mottaret, 50m from the Pedrix piste, a green<br />

run which leads to the centre of Mottaret and the main 3 Valley lift<br />

system. <strong>The</strong> centre of the resort is 350m away and the local ski bus<br />

stops 150m away. A good quality hotel in an ideal location.<br />

FACILITIES†: Restaurant •24 hour<br />

reception •Cosy bar & lounge •Pool<br />

table •Free cots & high chairs •Free<br />

Wifi<br />

ROOMS (2 PEOPLE): Twin or<br />

double standard rooms with<br />

flatscreen satellite TV, DVD player,<br />

bath, shower, wc and balcony.<br />

Superior double or twin rooms with<br />

LE HAMEAU DE MOTTARET APARTMENTS<br />

(MOTTARET)<br />

Slopeside location, 50m from the Table Vert Chairlift & 900m ski from<br />

the Pas du Lac gondola. <strong>The</strong>re are shops, bars & restaurants in the<br />

residence complex.<br />

FACILITIES†: Bar & lounge area<br />

•Four restaurants •Reception<br />

ACCOMMODATION: Fully<br />

equipped kitchenette, bath, shower<br />

& wc, balcony or terrace. Bed linen<br />

is included. Towels available for hire<br />

locally. End of stay cleaning payable<br />

locally.<br />

STUDIOS (2-4 PEOPLE): Living area<br />

with four sofa beds separated by a<br />

sliding door.<br />

APARTMENTS (2-5 PEOPLE): Living<br />

area with two sofa beds, bedroom<br />

with single bed & bunks.<br />

DEPOSIT: Approx €300 per<br />

studio/apartment, payable on<br />

arrival.<br />

jet bath & video at a supplement.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board.<br />

Continental buffet breakfast & fivecourse<br />

evening meal. Christmas &<br />

New Year meals included.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 42<br />

PROPERTY CODE: X05H00<br />

BOARD BASIS: Self Catering.<br />

Please note: Extra services available -<br />

please see page 374 for details and<br />

important information about<br />

apartments.<br />

PROPERTY CODE: X05A01<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk/meribelmottaret call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

Neilson Rating ••<br />

CENTRAL LOCATION<br />

Neilson Rating •••<br />

<strong>SKI</strong> TO YOUR DOOR<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free use of sauna and<br />

fitness room<br />

Free Wifi<br />

Neilson Rating ••+<br />

FREE CHILD PLACES<br />

VALUE<br />

No frills accommodation at a cheaper price<br />

– where it's the skiing that really counts!


Basic Holiday Prices in £s per adult from<br />

the amounts shown.<br />

Chalet Chardonnet<br />

19 Dec- 26 Dec- 02 Jan- 23 Jan- 06 Feb- 13 Feb- 20 Feb- 06 Mar- 20 Mar- 27 Mar- 03 Apr- 10 Apr-<br />

Nts 25 Dec 01 Jan 22 Jan 05 Feb 12 Feb 19 Feb 05 Mar 19 Mar 26 Mar 02 Apr 09 Apr 17 Apr<br />

Supplements in £s per person per night from:<br />

(Unless otherwise stated)<br />

Chalet: Sole use of twin £36<br />

XC0C01 Chalet Board Chalet 7 945 1129 579 649 699 1179 759 659 619 799 969 819<br />

25%<br />

Chalet Chez Menor<br />

Chalet: Sole use of twin £37<br />

XC0C00 Chalet Board Chalet 7 955 1139 585 659 709 1189 769 669 625 809 979 829<br />

25%<br />

Les Ravines Apartments<br />

Studio 2/4: 3 share £6, 2 share £19<br />

XC0A03 Self Catering Studio 2/4 7 505 699 365 405 449 779 479 415 405 449 549 495<br />

10%<br />

Les Sentiers Du Tueda Apartments<br />

Studio 2/4: 3 share £6, 2 share £18<br />

X05A03 Self Catering Studio 2/4 7 499 689 369 405 439 769 449 415 405 445 545 489<br />

10%<br />

Apt 2/5 7 489 679 359 395 429 759 439 405 395 435 535 479<br />

Apt 2/5: 4 share £5, 3 share £13, 2 share £29<br />

Les Crets Apartments<br />

Apt 2/5: 4 share £5, 3 share £15, 2 share £33<br />

X05A09 Self Catering Apt 2/5 7 525 725 389 425 479 829 499 435 419 465 575 515<br />

10%<br />

Apt 2/6 7 515 715 379 415 469 819 489 425 409 455 565 505<br />

Apt 2/6: 5 share £5, 4 share £11, 3 share £23, 2 share £45<br />

Les Trois Hotels De La Chaudanne<br />

XC0H05 Half Board Room 2/3 7 1315 1549 1099 1109 1069 1639 1125 1115 1105 1169 1259 1209<br />

Room 2/3: Sole use of twin £79, Private bath £16, 3rd & 4th<br />

Adult redn. £36<br />

10%<br />

Residence Fermes De Meribel<br />

XC0A04 Self Catering 1 Bed Apt 2/6 7 639 805 415 455 555 895 565 475 459 525 625 575<br />

1 Bed Apt 2/6: 5 share £5, 4 share £12, 3 share £24,<br />

2 share £47<br />

10%<br />

2 Bed Apt 2/6: 5 share £5, 4 share £13, 3 share £26,<br />

2BedApt2/6 7 649 815 425 465 565 905 575 485 469 535 635 565 2 share £52<br />

Hotel Savoy<br />

XC0H00 Bed & Breakfast Room 2 7 635 1039 549 589 569 1099 739 619 545 589 619 559<br />

Room 2: Half Board £10, Sole use of twin £39<br />

25%<br />

Hotel Le Mottaret<br />

Room 2: Superior room £17, Sole use of twin £27<br />

X05H00 Half Board Room 2 7 869 1259 745 839 819 1169 899 749 745 785 859 835<br />

45%<br />

Le Hameau De Mottaret Apartments<br />

Studio 2/4: 3 share £5, 2 share £16<br />

X05A01 Self Catering Studio 2/4 7 455 629 335 365 385 709 429 375 369 405 499 449<br />

10%<br />

Apt 2/5 7 445 619 325 355 375 699 419 365 359 395 489 439<br />

Apt 2/5: 4 share £4, 3 share £10, 2 share £23<br />

Chalet Clementine<br />

Chalet: Sole use of twin £34<br />

X05C09 Chalet Board Chalet 7 925 1109 569 639 685 1159 745 649 609 785 949 805<br />

25%<br />

Prices are a guide only & will be confirmed on enquiry. Adult prices in £ sterling start from the amounts shown & apply to selected flight departures between each date range based on current charges & costs. Prices may go up or down & supplements (e.g. flight &/or fuel), or reductions may apply. Supplements ‘from’ are based on low season dates. For full details on how to price your holiday, charges,<br />

supplements & surcharges see ‘Your Holiday Price’ page 368. For important Holiday Information & Booking Conditions see pages 368 - 385. †Some facilities may incur a local charge. LOW 12-18Dec,02-29Jan,13-26Mar.MID 19-25Dec,30Jan-12Feb,20Feb-12Mar,27Mar-17Apr.HIGH 26 Dec - 01 Jan, 13 - 19 Feb. NS351a<br />

LIFT PASS (6 DAYS) LOCAL AREA<br />

Adult (13-64yrs) ......................................... £169 £205<br />

Child (5-12yrs) ............................................ £125 £165<br />

Senior (65-75yrs) ........................................ £145 £175<br />

Family* ....................................................... £535 £635<br />

Local pass covers Meribel & Mottaret ski area. Area pass<br />

covers the 3 Valleys ski area. Free lift pass for children 0-4yrs.<br />

*Family lift pass for 2 adults & 2 children aged 5-17yrs, proof<br />

of family relationship will also be required - 1 adult &<br />

children must have the same surname. Includes handsfree<br />

keycard.<br />

<strong>SKI</strong>ER’S PACK (6 DAYS)<br />

Adult - Complete Beginner †† ..................................... £335<br />

Adult - Intermediate .................................................... £345<br />

Child - Complete Beginner †† ..................................... £259<br />

Child - Intermediate .................................................... £269<br />

Ski Pack Ages: Adult = 13yrs+, Child = 5-12yrs.<br />

Includes: 6 days x 2hrs30m tuition, 6 days local lift pass & 6<br />

days standard ski & boot hire. Includes handsfree keycard.<br />

MERIBEL & MOTTARET – FRANCE<br />

NEILSON CHALET CLEMENTINE (MOTTARET)<br />

<strong>The</strong> Clementine is an essentially ‘rustic’ chalet, built as a family home it<br />

is full of mountain charm. It has a lovely balcony that reaches around<br />

two sides and is ideal for taking in the views on a sunny afternoon. This<br />

location is hard to beat, being just above the village centre - 5 minutes'<br />

walk away with its ski lifts, shops, bars and restaurants.<br />

ACCOMMODATION:<br />

LOWER GROUND FLOOR: Entrance<br />

hall, twin bedroom with bath,<br />

shower and wc. Ski storage room.<br />

GROUND FLOOR: Large sitting<br />

room with log fire, TV (local<br />

channels only), video & DVD player,<br />

dining area, kitchen and wc.<br />

FIRST FLOOR: Four twin rooms each<br />

with shower, bath & wc. Shared<br />

balcony.<br />

<strong>SNOWBOARD</strong>ER’S PACK (6 DAYS)<br />

Adult - Complete Beginner †† ..................................... £399<br />

Adult - Intermediate .................................................... £415<br />

Snowboard Pack Ages: Adult = 14yrs+. Includes: 6 days x<br />

2hrs30m tuition, 6 days local lift pass & 6 days standard<br />

snowboard & boot hire. Includes handsfree keycard.<br />

MERIBEL <strong>SKI</strong> PACK<br />

For Mottaret see reservations system<br />

BOARD BASIS: Chalet Board. Daily<br />

breakfast & afternoon tea with<br />

freshly baked cake; home-cooked<br />

three course evening meal on six<br />

nights served with wine and after<br />

dinner coffee.<br />

Please note: Chalet staff live in.<br />

Children are welcome when part of<br />

a group booking the whole chalet.<br />

Generous discounts or free places<br />

may apply when sharing a room<br />

with 2 adults.<br />

PROPERTY CODE: X05C09<br />

<strong>SKI</strong>/BOARD EQUIPMENT (6 DAYS) ADULT CHILD*<br />

Skis & boots beginner ................................. £65 £49<br />

Skis & boots intermediate ........................... £89 -<br />

Skis & boots superior .................................. £105 -<br />

Skis only beginner ...................................... £55 £39<br />

Skis only intermediate ................................ £65 -<br />

Skis only superior ....................................... £80 -<br />

Snowboard & boots .................................... £85 £85<br />

Snowboard only ......................................... £65 £65<br />

Helmet** .................................................... - Included<br />

*Child skis & boots = 3-11yrs, *Child board & boots = 8-11yrs.<br />

**All child equipment hire includes a helmet.<br />

Neilson Rating •••+<br />

Child %<br />

discount<br />

<strong>SKI</strong>/BOARD TUITION<br />

Adult ski school (6x2hrs30m) ..................................... £139<br />

Child ski school (6x2hrs30m) ...................................... £125<br />

Snowboard school (6x2hrs30m) ................................. £159<br />

Child ski school = 5-13yrs. Snowboard school = 14yrs+.<br />

IMPORTANT: †† Complete beginner = Ability Level 0, Intermediate = Ability Level 1-4. Ability levels must be stated at the time of booking - see page 13 for details. Special Offers may be withdrawn at any time. Prices are in £s and are approximate - please see reservation system, our website or call us for more details.<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk/meribelmottaret call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Sleeps 10<br />

5 Bedrooms<br />

All bedrooms ensuite<br />

Log fire<br />

Free afternoon tea<br />

Free wine served with<br />

dinner<br />

Unique and charming catered chalets<br />

located in the best resorts<br />

351


352<br />

FRANCE – COURCHEVEL 1650 & 1850<br />

“With a fantastic<br />

snow record and over<br />

600km of pistes to<br />

conquer, this resort is<br />

definitely worth a<br />

visit”<br />

BEGINNERS<br />

INTERMEDIATES<br />

ADVANCED<br />

OFF-PISTE<br />

NON <strong>SKI</strong>ERS<br />

FAMILIES<br />

NIGHTLIFE<br />

Fair Excellent<br />

MOUNTAIN<br />

Skiing Altitude 1260m–3230m<br />

Resort Altitude 1650-1850m<br />

Pistes Area - 600km<br />

Number of Runs 275<br />

19% 21% 36% 24%<br />

Number of lifts 180<br />

Drags 72 / Chairs 68 / Gondolas 34<br />

Cable Cars 6<br />

Longest Run 6km<br />

Direction of Slopes N,S,E,W<br />

Terrain Parks yes<br />

Half Pipe yes<br />

Cross Country Trails 33km<br />

Night Skiing no<br />

Mountain Restaurants 41<br />

Snowmaking 41% runs covered<br />

Resort Ski Bus yes<br />

Linked Resorts<br />

Méribel & Mottaret, La Tania<br />

Val Thorens & Les Menuires<br />

FAMILY<br />

Babycare n/a<br />

Crèche n/a<br />

Ski Kindergarten 3-5yrs<br />

See page 373 or<br />

neilson.co.uk/childcare for more info.<br />

TRAVEL<br />

Departure Airports<br />

Gatwick**, Birmingham,<br />

Manchester** & Glasgow*<br />

Destination Airport<br />

Geneva & Grenoble<br />

Season 19 Dec-10 Apr<br />

Departure Day Saturday<br />

Flight Guide see page 384<br />

Transfer Time Geneva 3hrs<br />

Grenoble 2hrs 30mins<br />

Private taxi transfers available -<br />

please call us for details<br />

Self Drive See page 368<br />

*Glasgow departures on<br />

26 Dec & 3 Apr only.<br />

**Geneva only available from<br />

Gatwick & Manchester.<br />

EUROSTAR SERVICE<br />

Eurostar service available to this resort -<br />

see page 368<br />

<strong>SKI</strong> LEADING • LIVELY NIGHTLIFE • LEARN TO TURN RESORT • SELF DRIVE<br />

EUROSTAR RESORT<br />

Quite simply this is the crème de la<br />

crème of <strong>The</strong> Three Valleys resorts.<br />

1850 in particular has become an<br />

infamous retreat for the Paris jet set &<br />

international stars who come back<br />

year after year to promenade, eat<br />

fabulous food in wonderful<br />

restaurants, and explore this 600km<br />

paradise. It is the northern gateway to<br />

<strong>The</strong> Three Valleys offering the most<br />

varied terrain from long gentle blues<br />

to steep couloirs, and superb skiing<br />

both above and below the tree line.<br />

Courchevel is split into four village<br />

areas, the accommodation we offer is<br />

in either smart, shop & bar filled<br />

1850 or calmer 1650. A regular ski<br />

bus service links up the villages well<br />

into the night so it’s easy to sample<br />

the après-ski available in each. With a<br />

fantastic snow record and over<br />

600km of pistes to conquer, this<br />

resort is definitely worth a visit at least<br />

once in your skiing career.<br />

ACTIVITIES<br />

• Scenic Flights<br />

• Hangliding<br />

• Hot Air Ballooning<br />

• Helicopter Trips<br />

• Paragliding<br />

• Horse Drawn Sleighs<br />

• Torchlight Descents<br />

• Karting on Ice<br />

• Snow Rafting<br />

• Snow Bikes<br />

• Ice Skating<br />

• Snowshoeing<br />

• Bowling<br />

LIFT PASS & TUITION<br />

PRICE PROMISE<br />

See page 371<br />

• Cinema<br />

• Indoor Climbing<br />

LEAVE THE CROWDS BEHIND<br />

A hot air balloon is one of the<br />

most serene ways to view the<br />

mountain region. Riding with<br />

the wind means that your<br />

journey is totally still and<br />

peaceful leaving you with just<br />

the scenery to enjoy.


NEILSON CHALET MONTAGNETTES I (1650)<br />

NEILSON CHALET MONTAGNETTES II (1650)<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk/courchevel call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

COURCHEVEL – FRANCE<br />

An excellent quality apart-chalet located in central Courchevel 1650,<br />

next door to our other Montagnettes chalet. Finished in a traditional<br />

style with a log fireplace, giving it a cosy, warm feel. <strong>The</strong> resort centre is<br />

a 2 minute walk away with the nearest ski lift a 400m or alternatively a<br />

free shuttle bus ride from the residence.<br />

ACCOMMODATION:<br />

GROUND FLOOR: Double room<br />

and one twin bedroom, bath with<br />

shower room and sharing one<br />

separate wc.<br />

FIRST FLOOR: Comfortable lounge<br />

and dining area with TV, CD & DVD<br />

player, fireplace and balcony. <strong>The</strong>re<br />

is also a double sofa bed in the<br />

lounge which can be used when<br />

groups occupy the whole chalet.<br />

SECOND FLOOR: Twin bedroom<br />

with shower and wc at a<br />

supplement, and one twin bedroom<br />

with a separate bathroom with bath,<br />

shower and wc.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Chalet Board. Daily<br />

breakfast & afternoon tea with<br />

freshly baked cake; home-cooked<br />

This apart-chalet is close to the centre of Courchevel 1650, and a 400m<br />

walk from the lifts, it is also next door the Chalet Montagnettes I.<br />

Enjoying lovely mountain views from its picture window and balcony -<br />

this is a great little chalet.<br />

ACCOMMODATION:<br />

GROUND FLOOR: Double room<br />

and one twin bedroom, both with<br />

shower room and sharing one<br />

separate wc.<br />

FIRST FLOOR: Comfortable lounge<br />

and dining area with TV, CD & DVD<br />

player, fireplace and balcony. <strong>The</strong>re<br />

is also a double sofa bed in the<br />

lounge for groups occupying the<br />

whole chalet.<br />

SECOND FLOOR: One double or<br />

twin room with shower and wc at a<br />

supplement, and one twin room<br />

with a separate bathroom with bath,<br />

shower and wc.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Chalet Board. Daily<br />

breakfast & afternoon tea with<br />

freshly baked cake; home-cooked<br />

three course evening meal on six<br />

DU GOLF APARTMENTS (1650)<br />

nights served with wine and after<br />

dinner coffee.<br />

Please note: Chalet staff live out.<br />

Children are welcome when part of<br />

a group booking the whole chalet.<br />

Generous discounts or free places<br />

may apply when sharing a room<br />

with 2 adults.<br />

PROPERTY CODE: XB4C21<br />

Recently refurbished these apartments are well equipped and offer a<br />

comfortable base for an active ski holiday. Situated in Courchevel 1650<br />

right at the foot of the slopes, this property is just 50m away from the<br />

lifts and the ski school meeting point.<br />

FACILITIES†: Lounge with open<br />

fireplace<br />

ACCOMMODATION: Fully<br />

equipped kitchen with oven, grill,<br />

four cooking rings, fridge &<br />

dishwasher, TV and bathroom with<br />

bath, shower and wc. Bed linen,<br />

towels & end of stay cleaning<br />

(except kitchen & washing up)<br />

included.<br />

APARTMENT (2-4 PEOPLE): Approx<br />

27m 2 . One twin bedroom and two<br />

pull-out beds in living area.<br />

APARTMENT (2-6 PEOPLE): Approx<br />

39m 2 . One double or twin<br />

bedroom, one cabine with bunk<br />

beds and two pull-out beds in<br />

lounge area.<br />

three course evening meal on six<br />

nights served with wine and after<br />

dinner coffee.<br />

Please note: Chalet staff live out.<br />

Children are welcome when part of<br />

a group booking the whole chalet.<br />

Generous discounts or free places<br />

may apply when sharing a room<br />

with 2 adults.<br />

PROPERTY CODE: XB4C20<br />

APARTMENT (2-6 PEOPLE): Approx<br />

44-52m 2 . Two double or twin<br />

bedrooms and two pull-out beds in<br />

lounge area on request.<br />

APARTMENT (2-8 PEOPLE): Approx<br />

52m 2 . Two double or twin<br />

bedrooms, one cabine with bunks<br />

and two pull-out beds in living area<br />

on request.<br />

DEPOSIT: Approx €200 per<br />

apartment, payable on arrival.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Self Catering.<br />

Please note: Extra services available -<br />

Please see page 374 for details and<br />

important information about<br />

apartments.<br />

PROPERTY CODE: XB4A04<br />

Neilson Rating •••+<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Sleeps 8-10<br />

4 bedrooms<br />

Shared wellness area<br />

Log fire<br />

Free afternoon tea<br />

Free wine served with<br />

dinner<br />

Unique and charming catered chalets<br />

located in the best resorts<br />

Neilson Rating •••+<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Sleeps 8-10<br />

4 bedrooms<br />

Shared wellness area<br />

Log fire<br />

Free afternoon tea<br />

Free wine served with<br />

dinner<br />

Unique and charming catered chalets<br />

located in the best resorts<br />

Neilson Rating •••+<br />

CENTRAL LOCATION<br />

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354<br />

FRANCE – COURCHEVEL<br />

COURCHEVEL<br />

<strong>The</strong>re are four very different<br />

villages that go to make up<br />

Courchevel. Each is named<br />

according to its altitude. Hence<br />

1850 is the highest, while ‘Le<br />

Praz’ lies lower down the<br />

mountain at 1300m, with 1650<br />

and 1550 in between.<br />

So why choose 1850? Well, not<br />

only is it widely recognised as one<br />

of the world’s top ski resorts<br />

because of its clientele as much as<br />

its on & off piste skiing, shopping<br />

& dining opportunities, it is also<br />

the main hub for the lift system<br />

with quick & easy access into the<br />

HOTEL SEIZENA (1650)<br />

A stylish, boutique hotel in the heart of 1650. <strong>The</strong> bus stop is just 10m<br />

from the door and the main lifts are directly opposite, accessible by an<br />

escalator 50m away. Named after the ‘Cessna’ light aircraft and themed<br />

on air travel, the restaurant offers a wonderful menu with cuisine and<br />

wines from around the globe.<br />

FACILITIES†: Restaurant with open<br />

fireplace •Lounge & library • Free<br />

use of steam room & fitness room<br />

•Sun terrace with panoramic views<br />

•Wifi<br />

ROOMS (2 PEOPLE): Stylishly<br />

finished, valley view king or twin<br />

rooms, with LCD flatscreen TV,<br />

minibar, shower & wc. Rooms with<br />

bath & valley or village views<br />

available at a supplement.<br />

FAMILY ROOMS (2-4 PEOPLE):<br />

King or twin beds, or 4 single beds,<br />

valley view, bath, shower & wc. On<br />

request - for prices, see reservations<br />

system.<br />

HOTEL OLYMPIC (1850)<br />

BOARD BASIS: Bed & Breakfast.<br />

Continental buffet breakfast. Half<br />

Board available locally.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 20<br />

PROPERTY CODE: XB4H20<br />

A simple but comfortable hotel which enjoys an ideal location just<br />

300m from the nearest lifts & the resort centre.<br />

FACILITIES†: Small bar •Pool table<br />

•Lounge area with open fireplace<br />

•Free Wifi<br />

ROOMS (2-3 PEOPLE): Twin or<br />

double rooms (some take an extra<br />

bed). Superior twin or double rooms<br />

with a more recently renovated<br />

bathroom, newer furnishings &<br />

balcony are available at a<br />

supplement. All rooms have TV, bath<br />

shower and wc.<br />

neighbouring resort of Méribel -<br />

just a short hop over the<br />

mountain. <strong>The</strong> main terrain parks<br />

are also closest to 1850. It may be<br />

the more expensive of the<br />

Courchevel resorts, but you can<br />

find cheaper options when eating<br />

out, and if you want to do it<br />

properly, with the nightlife too,<br />

then this is the place to stay.<br />

Courchevel 1650 is a little off the<br />

beaten track compared to its<br />

higher altitude neighbour, and<br />

less busy for it. <strong>The</strong>re is a<br />

charming village centre here with<br />

more of a genuine ‘village’<br />

BOARD BASIS: Bed & Breakfast.<br />

Buffet breakfast.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★<br />

PROPERTY CODE: XB4H02<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk/courchevel call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

demeanour and is<br />

distinctly calmer,<br />

especially at night. <strong>The</strong><br />

beginner slopes here are<br />

right next to the village,<br />

as are some of the best<br />

intermediate runs, so it’s a<br />

good choice for those<br />

who want to improve<br />

their skiing with the<br />

option of travelling<br />

further afield later in the<br />

week.<br />

Neilson Rating •••+<br />

CENTRAL LOCATION<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free use of steam room<br />

& fitness room<br />

Unique hotels offering stylish interiors,<br />

personal service and excellent cuisine<br />

Neilson Rating ••<br />

CENTRAL LOCATION<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free Wifi access


Junior Suite<br />

HOTEL NEW SOLARIUM (1850)<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk/courchevel call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

COURCHEVEL – FRANCE<br />

A superb hotel just 50m to the mid-station gondola or a drag lift to the<br />

‘Jardin Alpin’ green slope. <strong>The</strong> ski school meeting place is a 5 minute<br />

gondola ride down to the Croisette. <strong>The</strong> resort centre, 10 minutes' walk<br />

away, can also be reached by the gondola until 8.30pm<br />

FACILITIES†: Lounge/Bar<br />

•Restaurant •Children's play room<br />

(open during peak weeks) •Wifi<br />

SPA FEATURES†: Free use of indoor<br />

pool, sauna & steam room<br />

•Massage & beauty treatments<br />

Important information about spa<br />

facilities - see page 374.<br />

ROOMS (2-3 PEOPLE): Double<br />

rooms with cable TV, safe, hairdryer,<br />

bath, shower & wc. Twin rooms<br />

which can take an extra bed, at a<br />

supplement.<br />

FAMILY ROOMS (2-4 PEOPLE):<br />

Standard family rooms with double<br />

bed and bunk beds (children only)<br />

with bath, shower & wc. Family<br />

rooms with double bed and sofa<br />

bed (children only) with shower &<br />

wc and superior family rooms as<br />

above with separate bath & wc and<br />

shower & wc, all available on<br />

request at a supplement. For prices,<br />

see reservations system.<br />

HOTEL LES GRANDES ALPES (1850)<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board. Extensive<br />

buffet breakfast & five-course<br />

evening meals, buffet or waiter<br />

served. New Year Gala meal<br />

included.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 70<br />

PROPERTY CODE: XB4H19<br />

This luxury, chalet style hotel is in an exceptional centrally located<br />

position by the ‘Jardin Alpin’ piste on the edge of La Croisette. <strong>The</strong><br />

fantastic sun terrace restaurant 'La Pira' is a great place to sit back and<br />

people watch, while the Spa centre is just a great place to relax. Pamper<br />

yourself with massage & beauty treatments or take those aches away in<br />

the hot tub. After all of that, head to the 'Michelin' recommended<br />

restaurant where you will be served a fabulous five course evening meal<br />

and specialty cuisine throughout the week. A truly fantastic hotel.<br />

FACILITIES†: Piano bar - live music<br />

every night •Cosy lounges, one with<br />

open fire •Restaurant •Sun terrace<br />

•Wifi<br />

SPA FEATURES†: Free use of indoor<br />

pool, sauna, steam room & hot tub<br />

•Massage & beauty treatments.<br />

Important information about spa<br />

facilities - see page 374<br />

ROOMS: All rooms have flat screen<br />

satellite TV, mini safe & hairdryer.<br />

ROOMS (2-3 PEOPLE): Approx.<br />

22m². North facing valley view, twin<br />

or double bedded rooms with bath,<br />

separate wc & balcony. Some have a<br />

child sofa bed. South facing slope<br />

view, double or twin beds at a<br />

supplement. Please specify your bed<br />

preference when booking.<br />

ROOMS (2-4 PEOPLE): 30m².<br />

Family rooms with a double bed & a<br />

set of bunks (suitable for children<br />

only), bath and wc. <strong>The</strong>re is a higher<br />

reduction for children sharing this<br />

room type.<br />

ROOMS (2-4 PEOPLE): Junior suites<br />

with four single beds and a seating<br />

area, bath & wc. This room is priced<br />

on four sharing, underoccupancy<br />

supplements apply for less than four<br />

sharing. On request, prices on<br />

reservations system.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board. Buffet<br />

breakfast & four-course evening<br />

meal. This hotel excels in its cuisine<br />

with three themed evenings each<br />

week - typically a ‘Romantic<br />

evening’, a ‘Savoyard’ or a ‘Seafood<br />

buffet’. Christmas & New Year meals<br />

included. Full Board available at a<br />

supplement.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 45<br />

PROPERTY CODE: XB4H15<br />

Neilson Rating ••••<br />

INDOOR POOL<br />

WELLNESS AREA<br />

GOOD FOR FAMILIES<br />

FAMILY ROOMS<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free use of indoor pool,<br />

sauna & steam room.<br />

A handpicked selection of hotels<br />

offering first class spa facilities<br />

Neilson Rating ••••+<br />

<strong>SKI</strong> IN <strong>SKI</strong> OUT<br />

INDOOR POOL<br />

WELLNESS AREA<br />

GOOD FOR FAMILIES<br />

FAMILY ROOMS<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free use of indoor pool,<br />

sauna, steam room &<br />

hot tub<br />

A handpicked selection of hotels<br />

offering first class spa facilities<br />

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356<br />

FRANCE – COURCHEVEL<br />

HOTEL LES TROIS VALLEES (1850)<br />

Set In a peaceful location yet only 200m from the resort centre and ski<br />

lifts, the Trois Vallées is a beautifully furnished hotel that exudes quality,<br />

style and warmth. <strong>The</strong> fantastic spa facilities, first rate cuisine and the<br />

cosy lounge/bar with its open fireplace will make for a relaxing end to<br />

your day.<br />

FACILITIES†: 24hr reception •À la<br />

carte restaurant •Lounge/piano bar<br />

•Sun terrace •Free use of sauna,<br />

steam room & fitness room •Free<br />

use of indoor pool at the Hotel Des<br />

Neiges •Massage & beauty<br />

treatments by 'DECLEOR' (local<br />

charge) •Ski lockers •Free daily<br />

shuttle bus to the resort centre •Wifi<br />

•Concierge service<br />

ROOMS (2-4 PEOPLE): ‘Confort’<br />

twin or double rooms (22-25m²)<br />

have LCD cable TV, DVD player,<br />

balcony with valley or piste views,<br />

mini-safe, mini-bar, Wifi and<br />

bathroom with bath, shower, wc<br />

and hairdryer.<br />

DU FORUM APARTMENTS (1850)<br />

Larger ‘Superior’ rooms (29-38m²)<br />

can take two extra beds suitable for<br />

children only and are available at a<br />

supplement.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board. Buffet<br />

breakfast and five-course evening<br />

meal. Christmas meal and New Year<br />

Gala meal included.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 31<br />

PROPERTY CODE: XB4H14<br />

Located in the centre of the resort, these low-rise, high quality<br />

apartments are well furnished and equipped, at the foot of the pistes<br />

and only a 100m walk to the main ski lifts. A great central location for<br />

both ski & après-ski.<br />

ACCOMMODATION: All apartments<br />

have a fully equipped kitchenette<br />

with ceramic hobs, fridge,<br />

microwave-grill oven, dishwasher,<br />

cooker hood, coffee maker and<br />

kettle, bathroom with bath, shower<br />

& wc. Bed linen, towels, cleaning<br />

pack, vacuum cleaner, end of stay<br />

cleaning (except kitchen and<br />

washing up) and TV included.<br />

APARTMENTS (2-5 PEOPLE):<br />

Approx 40m². Living area with a<br />

double sofa bed. Bedroom with twin<br />

beds and a pull-out bed.<br />

APARTMENTS (2-6 PEOPLE):<br />

Approx 44m². Living area with a<br />

single sofa bed and a pull-out bed.<br />

Bedroom with a double bed and<br />

either a twin bedroom or a cabine<br />

with bunks.<br />

APARTMENTS (2-8 PEOPLE):<br />

Approx 80m². Living room with one<br />

sofa bed and one pull out bed. Two<br />

twin or double rooms. Cabin room<br />

with bunk beds or twin beds. Two<br />

shower rooms and wc. Available on<br />

request.<br />

APARTMENTS (7-10 PEOPLE):<br />

Approx 90m². Living room with two<br />

sofa beds and a pull-out bed. Two<br />

twin or double rooms, one with an<br />

extra pull-out bed. Cabine room<br />

with bunk beds. Available on<br />

request.<br />

DEPOSIT: Approx €200 per<br />

apartment, payable on arrival by<br />

credit card.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Self Catering.<br />

Please note: Extra services available -<br />

Please see page 374 for details and<br />

important information about<br />

apartments.<br />

PROPERTY CODE: XB4A01<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk/courchevel call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

Neilson Rating ••••<br />

WELLNESS AREA<br />

FAMILY ROOMS<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free use of sauna, steam<br />

room & fitness room<br />

Free use of indoor pool<br />

at neighbouring Hotel<br />

Des Neiges<br />

Neilson Rating •••+<br />

CENTRAL LOCATION


Basic Holiday Prices in £s per adult from<br />

the amounts shown.<br />

Chalets Montagnettes I<br />

19 Dec- 26 Dec- 02 Jan- 23 Jan- 06 Feb- 13 Feb- 20 Feb- 06 Mar- 20 Mar- 27 Mar- 03 Apr- 10 Apr-<br />

Nts 25 Dec 01 Jan 22 Jan 05 Feb 12 Feb 19 Feb 05 Mar 19 Mar 26 Mar 02 Apr 09 Apr 17 Apr<br />

Supplements in £s per person per night from:<br />

(Unless otherwise stated)<br />

A handpicked selection of hotels<br />

offering first class spa facilities<br />

Chalet: Sole use of twin £33, Private facilities £2, 3rd & 4th<br />

XB4C20 Chalet Board Chalet 7 945 1129 579 649 699 1179 759 659 619 799 969 - Adult redn. £27<br />

25%<br />

Chalets Montagnettes II<br />

XB4C21 Chalet Board Chalet 7 945 1129 579 649 699 1179 759 659 619 799 969 -<br />

Chalet: Sole use of twin £33, Private facilities £2, 3rd & 4th<br />

Adult redn. £27<br />

25%<br />

Du Golf Apartments<br />

XB4A04 Self Catering Apt 2/4 7 625 849 415 449 609 919 619 469 459 519 659 545<br />

Apt 2/4: 3 share £9, 2 share £26<br />

10%<br />

Apt 2/6 7 605 829 395 429 589 899 599 449 439 499 639 525<br />

Apt 2/6: 5 share £4, 4 share £10, 3 share £20, 2 share £40<br />

Hotel Seizena<br />

XB4H20 Bed & Breakfast Room 2/3 7 1099 1199 775 789 889 1299 789 779 775 969 1049 949<br />

Room 2/3: Bath & Village view £12, Bath & Valley view £20,<br />

3rd & 4th Adult redn. £109<br />

10%<br />

Hotel Olympic<br />

XB4H02 Bed & Breakfast Room 2/3 7 685 985 489 505 635 1019 635 585 489 545 725 599<br />

Room 2/3: Sole use of twin £20, Superior room £4, 3rd & 4th<br />

Adult redn. £16<br />

10%<br />

Hotel New Solarium<br />

XB4H19 Half Board Room 2/3 7 1555 1879 1339 1349 1529 1859 1519 1459 1449 1519 1609 1449<br />

Room 2/3: Sole use of twin £69, 3rd & 4th Adult redn. £67<br />

10%<br />

Hotel Les Grandes Alpes<br />

XB4H15 Half Board Room 2/3 7 2745 3459 1999 2009 1989 3569 2659 1989 1979 2069 2799 2089<br />

Room 2/3: Full Board £40, Sole use of twin £241, South<br />

facing room £78<br />

10%<br />

Hotel Les Trois Vallees<br />

XB4H14 Half Board Room 2/4 7 1855 2329 1479 1489 1979 2279 1979 1755 1749 1819 1915 1589<br />

Room 2/4: Sole use of twin £214, Superior room £59<br />

10%<br />

Du Forum Apartments<br />

Apt 2/5: 4 share £8, 3 share £21, 2 share £48<br />

XB4A01 Self Catering Apt 2/5 7 679 899 449 489 655 989 669 509 495 559 709 595<br />

10%<br />

Apt 2/6 7 659 879 429 469 635 969 649 489 475 539 689 575<br />

Apt 2/6: 4 share £15, 3 share £29, 2 share £59<br />

Hotel Des Neiges<br />

Classic : Sole use of twin £160, 3rd & 4th Adult redn. £93<br />

XB4H22 Half Board Classic 7 1595 1929 1359 1369 1565 1879 1555 1505 1495 1565 1649 1469<br />

10%<br />

Superior room 7 2099 2459 1865 1875 2095 2419 2079 1999 1999 2069 2159 1975<br />

Superior room : 3rd & 4th Adult redn. £93<br />

Prices are a guide only & will be confirmed on enquiry. Adult prices in £ sterling start from the amounts shown & apply to selected flight departures between each date range based on current charges & costs. Prices may go up or down & supplements (e.g. flight &/or fuel), or reductions may apply. Supplements ‘from’ are based on low season dates. For full details on how to price your holiday, charges,<br />

supplements & surcharges see ‘Your Holiday Price’ page 368. For important Holiday Information & Booking Conditions see pages 368 - 385. †Some facilities may incur a local charge. LOW 12-18Dec,02-29Jan,13-26Mar.MID 19-25Dec,30Jan-12Feb,20Feb-12Mar,27Mar-17Apr.HIGH 26 Dec - 01 Jan, 13 - 19 Feb. NS357a<br />

LIFT PASS (6 DAYS) LOCAL AREA<br />

Adult (13-64yrs) ......................................... £169 £205<br />

Child (5-12yrs) ............................................ £125 £165<br />

Senior (65-75yrs) ........................................ £145 £175<br />

Family* ....................................................... £535 £635<br />

Local pass covers Courchevel and La Tania ski area. Area pass<br />

covers the 3 Valleys ski area. Free lift pass for children 0-4yrs.<br />

*Family lift pass for 2 adults & 2 children aged 5-17yrs, proof<br />

of family relationship will also be required - 1 adult &<br />

children must have the same surname. Includes handsfree<br />

keycard.<br />

<strong>SKI</strong>ER’S PACK (6 DAYS)<br />

Adult - Complete Beginner †† ..................................... £379<br />

Adult - Intermediate .................................................... £389<br />

Child - Complete Beginner †† ..................................... £299<br />

Child - Intermediate .................................................... £309<br />

1850 Ski Pack Ages: Adult = 13yrs+, Child = 5-12yrs.<br />

Includes: 6 days x 2hrs tuition, 6 days local lift pass & 6 days<br />

standard ski & boot hire. Includes handsfree keycard.<br />

HOTEL DES NEIGES (1850)<br />

<strong>SNOWBOARD</strong>ER’S PACK (6 DAYS)<br />

Adult - Complete Beginner †† ..................................... £379<br />

Adult - Intermediate .................................................... £389<br />

Child - Complete Beginner †† ..................................... £329<br />

Child - Intermediate .................................................... £335<br />

1850 Snowboard Pack Ages: Adult = 13yrs+, Child =<br />

8-12yrs. Includes: 5 days x 3hrs tuition, 6 days local lift pass<br />

& 6 days standard snowboard & boot hire. Includes<br />

handsfree keycard.<br />

COURCHEVEL 1850 <strong>SKI</strong> PACK<br />

For 1650 see reservations system<br />

COURCHEVEL – FRANCE<br />

Lying in a fantastic location, set within the pine trees and on the<br />

Bellecôte beginner piste, the Hotel Des Neiges is an elegant and<br />

welcoming place to stay with all the facilities needed to help you relax<br />

after a day on the slopes. Being a true four-star hotel you can expect<br />

the highest levels of comfort, cuisine and service. <strong>The</strong> hotel operates its<br />

own daily shuttle bus to and from the centre of Courchevel and the<br />

Croisette lift and ski school meeting points are just a two minute walk<br />

away.<br />

FACILITIES†: 24hr reception<br />

•Restaurant, lounge & bar with<br />

open fireplace •Piano bar •Sun<br />

terrace •Concierge service •Wifi<br />

•Free daily shuttle bus to the slopes<br />

SPA FEATURES†: Free use of indoor<br />

pool, sauna, steam room, hot tub &<br />

fitness room •Massage facilities and<br />

beauty treatments by ‘DECLEOR’<br />

available at a local charge<br />

Important information about spa<br />

facilities - see page 374.<br />

ROOMS (2-4 PEOPLE): ‘Classic’<br />

twin or double rooms (18-20m²)<br />

have LCD cable TV, DVD player,<br />

telephone (chargeable), mini-safe,<br />

wifi and bathroom with bath or<br />

shower, wc and hairdryer.<br />

Larger ‘Confort’ rooms (21-25m²)<br />

have bath and shower, ‘Grand<br />

Confort’ rooms (28m²) can take a<br />

third bed and have an East facing<br />

balcony and ‘Superior’ rooms (29-<br />

35m²) can take two extra beds and<br />

have a balcony with valley or piste<br />

views. All rooms except ‘Classic’<br />

available at a supplement. Prices for<br />

‘Confort’ and ‘Grand Confort’ rooms<br />

on reservations system.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board. Buffet<br />

breakfast and five-course evening<br />

meal. Christmas meal and New Year<br />

Gala meal included.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 50<br />

PROPERTY CODE: XB4H22<br />

<strong>SKI</strong>/BOARD EQUIPMENT (6 DAYS) ADULT CHILD*<br />

Skis & boots beginner ................................. £55 £45<br />

Skis & boots intermediate ........................... £85 -<br />

Skis & boots superior .................................. £109 -<br />

Skis only beginner ...................................... £55 £39<br />

Skis only intermediate ................................ £65 -<br />

Skis only superior ....................................... £79 -<br />

Snowboard & boots .................................... £85 £85<br />

Snowboard only ......................................... £69 £69<br />

Helmet** .................................................... - Included<br />

*Child skis & boots = 3-11yrs, *Child board & boots = 8-11yrs.<br />

**All child equipment hire includes a helmet.<br />

Neilson Rating ••••+<br />

<strong>SKI</strong> IN <strong>SKI</strong> OUT<br />

INDOOR POOL<br />

WELLNESS AREA<br />

FOUR OR MORE<br />

Child %<br />

discount<br />

<strong>SKI</strong>/BOARD TUITION<br />

Adult ski school (6x2hrs) ............................................ £159<br />

Child ski school (6x2hrs) ............................................. £159<br />

Snowboard school (5x3hrs) ........................................ £149<br />

1850: Child ski school = 5-12yrs, Snowboard school = 8yrs+.<br />

IMPORTANT: †† Complete beginner = Ability Level 0, Intermediate = Ability Level 1-4. Ability levels must be stated at the time of booking - see page 13 for details. Special Offers may be withdrawn at any time. Prices are in £s and are approximate - please see reservation system, our website or call us for more details.<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk/courchevel call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free use of indoor pool,<br />

sauna, steam room, hot<br />

tub & fitness room.<br />

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358<br />

FRANCE – LES MENUIRES<br />

“Most<br />

accommodation<br />

offered has an<br />

enviable piste side<br />

location and<br />

nowhere is far from<br />

the lifts”<br />

Fair Excellent<br />

BEGINNERS<br />

INTERMEDIATES<br />

ADVANCED<br />

OFF-PISTE<br />

NON <strong>SKI</strong>ERS<br />

FAMILIES<br />

NIGHTLIFE<br />

MOUNTAIN<br />

Skiing Altitude 1260m–3230m<br />

Resort Altitude 1850m<br />

Pistes Area - 600km<br />

Number of Runs 275<br />

21% 33% 35% 11%<br />

Number of lifts 180<br />

Drags 78 / Chairs 68 / Gondolas 34 /<br />

Cable Cars 6<br />

Longest Run 6km<br />

Direction of Slopes N,S,E,W<br />

Glacier yes<br />

Terrain Parks yes<br />

Half Pipe yes<br />

Cross Country Trails 28km<br />

Night Skiing no<br />

Mountain Restaurants 41<br />

Snowmaking 41% runs covered<br />

Resort Ski Bus yes<br />

Linked Resorts Méribel & Mottaret,<br />

Courchevel, La Tania & Val Thorens,<br />

FAMILY<br />

Babycare See Hotel Village Club<br />

Crèche See Hotel Village Club<br />

Ski Kindergarten 3-6yrs+<br />

See page 373 or<br />

neilson.co.uk/childcare for more info.<br />

TRAVEL<br />

Departure Airports Gatwick**,<br />

Birmingham, Manchester**<br />

& Glasgow*<br />

Destination Airport<br />

Geneva & Grenoble<br />

Season 19 Dec-10 Apr<br />

Departure Day Saturday<br />

Flight Guide see page 384<br />

Transfer Time Geneva 3hrs<br />

Grenoble 2hrs 30mins<br />

Private taxi transfers available -<br />

please call us for details<br />

Self drive See page 368<br />

*Glasgow - Grenoble departures on<br />

26 Dec & 3 Apr only.<br />

**Geneva only available from Gatwick<br />

& Manchester.<br />

<strong>SKI</strong> LEADING • GLACIER • QUIET NIGHTLIFE • GOOD FOR FAMILIES • SELF DRIVE<br />

<strong>The</strong> enormity of <strong>The</strong> Three Valleys ski<br />

area without the added expense; Les<br />

Menuires is by far the most<br />

reasonably priced of all. With its own<br />

local nursery slopes it’s a good resort<br />

for beginners and families, whilst<br />

intermediates and advanced will<br />

enjoy exploring the fast links up the<br />

mountain into Val Thorens and<br />

onwards into the infamous, 600km<br />

Three Valleys area. Those looking to<br />

experience the magnitude of this ski<br />

area without the glitz and<br />

extravagancy of some of the other<br />

resorts will find Les Menuires a perfect<br />

compromise.<br />

Not renowned as a beautiful resort,<br />

Les Menuires is working hard to turn<br />

around its reputation with some<br />

beautiful new architecture,<br />

particularly in the Reberty area. Most<br />

accommodation offered has an<br />

enviable piste side location and<br />

nowhere is far from the lifts. <strong>The</strong><br />

centre is based around precinct style<br />

buildings which house après-ski bars<br />

and a good choice of reasonably<br />

priced international restaurants.<br />

ACTIVITIES<br />

• Tubing<br />

• Snowshoeing<br />

• Snowmobiling<br />

• Cinema<br />

• Paragliding<br />

• Outdoor Swimming Pool<br />

• Wellness Centre<br />

• Sports Centre<br />

LIFT PASS & TUITION<br />

PRICE PROMISE<br />

See page 371<br />

TUBE OR LUGE?<br />

Whatever you want to call it,<br />

you can do it here! Like<br />

toboganning but on a speedy<br />

rubber ring - a thrilling way to<br />

get down the piste.<br />

GET ACTIVE OFF THE SLOPES<br />

<strong>The</strong> local sports & leisure centre<br />

offers a wide variety of activities<br />

for all ages, from bouncy castles<br />

for younger visitors to<br />

basketball, a swimming pool<br />

and ball pit.


NEILSON CHALET REBERTY<br />

LES MENUIRES – FRANCE<br />

<strong>The</strong> Chalet Reberty is part of a small hamlet of chalets in the Reberty<br />

area of Les Menuires which nestles on the hillside above the main<br />

centre. <strong>The</strong> living room is south facing with large doors that open onto<br />

a spacious balcony. It lies beside the Boyes piste and is 100m to the<br />

nearest lifts that link into the Three Valleys network. With the added<br />

benefit of both a sauna and hot tub this chalet has proved a real<br />

favourite. <strong>The</strong>re is a free ski bus that runs every 20 minutes from the<br />

chalet to the resort centre. <strong>The</strong> chalet is planned to be fully refurbished<br />

for winter 2009/10.<br />

ACCOMMODATION:<br />

LOWER GROUND FLOOR: Spa area<br />

with hot tub, sauna and shower<br />

(open during après-ski). Ski and<br />

boot room. Garage.<br />

GROUND FLOOR: Large<br />

comfortable lounge/dining area<br />

with south facing balcony and open<br />

log fireplace. Twin room with<br />

additional bunk cabine, shower &<br />

wc.<br />

FIRST FLOOR: Three twin rooms all<br />

with shower and wc. Twin room<br />

with corner bath and wc (at a<br />

supplement).<br />

SECOND FLOOR: Two small twin<br />

rooms with sloping ceiling, shower<br />

and wc (available at a reduction).<br />

Ceiling height approx 5ft 10. Twin<br />

room with 3rd bed in a small<br />

cabine, low ceiling, shower and wc.<br />

HOTEL LE MENUIRE<br />

BOARD BASIS: Chalet Board. Daily<br />

breakfast & afternoon tea with<br />

freshly baked cake; home-cooked<br />

three course evening meal on six<br />

nights served with wine and after<br />

dinner coffee.<br />

Please note: Chalet staff live in.<br />

Children are welcome when part of<br />

a group booking the whole chalet.<br />

Generous discounts or free places<br />

may apply when sharing a room<br />

with 2 adults.<br />

PROPERTY CODE: XB1C02<br />

Charming family run hotel, 200m to the resort centre - shops, bars, well<br />

equipped sports centre & restaurants. <strong>The</strong> ski bus stops near the hotel<br />

every 15 minutes & takes you to the ski school meeting point & the<br />

main ‘Croisette’ area. Alternatively you can ski from the hotel car park<br />

down to the Preyerand gondola lift to the ‘Croisette’ or ski directly to<br />

the more challenging runs of ‘La Masse’.<br />

FACILITIES†: Cosy bar with open<br />

fireplace •Free use of sauna, hot tub<br />

& fitness room •Games room with<br />

billiards & table football •Internet<br />

point & Wifi •Packed lunch (payable<br />

locally)<br />

ROOMS (2-3 PEOPLE): Double<br />

bedroom with satellite TV & full<br />

bathroom, most rooms have a<br />

balcony. Some take an additional<br />

single bed. Double bedrooms with<br />

mountain view & balcony are<br />

available at a supplement.<br />

FAMILY ROOMS (2-4 PEOPLE):<br />

Twin or double rooms with bunks<br />

suitable for one adult or two<br />

children have bath, shower, wc &<br />

balcony and are available at a<br />

supplement.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board. Buffet<br />

breakfast & four-course dinner.<br />

Christmas & New Year Gala meals<br />

included. Please advise if vegetarian<br />

when booking.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 41<br />

PROPERTY CODE: XB1H03<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk/lesmenuires call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

Neilson Rating •••+<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Sleeps 16-19<br />

8 bedrooms<br />

All bedrooms ensuite<br />

Log fire<br />

Private sauna & hot tub<br />

Planned refurbishment<br />

for W09/10<br />

Free afternoon tea<br />

Free wine served with<br />

dinner<br />

Unique and charming catered chalets<br />

located in the best resorts<br />

Neilson Rating •••<br />

<strong>SKI</strong> TO YOUR DOOR<br />

WELLNESS AREA<br />

GOOD FOR FAMILIES<br />

FAMILY ROOMS<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free use of sauna, hot<br />

tub & fitness room<br />

Welcome cocktail on<br />

arrival<br />

Free bottle of local wine<br />

per room with first<br />

evening meal<br />

359


360<br />

FRANCE – LES MENUIRES<br />

HOTEL VILLAGE CLUB NEIGE ET CIEL<br />

This is a 100% family orientated hotel offering something for every<br />

member of the family, ensuring a good holiday is enjoyed by all. You<br />

can ski from the doorstep or simply lie back and absorb the pretty views<br />

over the resort from its large sun terrace. <strong>The</strong>re are all day children’s<br />

clubs with a drop off/pick up ski school facility, daily entertainment with<br />

games, shows, films & dancing. Situated in the Brelin area, a 5-10<br />

minute walk to the centre, 200m to the lifts & shops.<br />

FACILITIES†: Bar with<br />

entertainment area •Sun terrace •Ski<br />

equipment hire onsite •Laundry<br />

facility •Gift shop •Wifi<br />

FOR FAMILIES: Children’s<br />

Restaurant area •Children’s soft play<br />

area (unsupervised) •Games room<br />

•Baby kits (highchair, cot, bottle<br />

warmer – requested at time of<br />

booking) •Games to borrow<br />

HOTEL OPERATED KIDS’ CLUB<br />

<strong>The</strong> clubs have some English<br />

speaking staff & are open all day<br />

from 9am to 5.30pm<br />

•Club Poussins 3 mths - 2 years,<br />

supplement payable locally for this<br />

service, approx €200. This option<br />

includes a cot, baby bath & bottle<br />

steriliser to use during the stay.<br />

•Free Club Renardeaux (3-5years).<br />

Hours of operation as above.<br />

Children booked into group ski<br />

school can be escorted to & from<br />

lessons for a supplement. Afternoon<br />

tea is included.<br />

Evening care is available for 3<br />

months to 5 year olds to alow<br />

parents to enjoy a leisurely meal in<br />

the hotel restaurant.<br />

ACONIT APARTMENTS<br />

•Free Club Robinsons (6-10 years) &<br />

activities for 11-17 years - during<br />

French school holiday periods.<br />

ROOMS (2-3 PEOPLE): Twin or<br />

double room, shower, wc, TV &<br />

mini-fridge. Some rooms have sofa<br />

bed suitable for a child only.<br />

ROOMS (3-5 PEOPLE): Double<br />

bedroom with an interconnecting<br />

twin or double room with sofa bed,<br />

shower, wc, TV & mini-fridge.<br />

Minimum 3 people.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board. Buffet<br />

breakfast, three-course buffet lunch<br />

or dinner served with wine. Two<br />

themed dinners per week.<br />

Savoyarde restaurant offering local<br />

specialities - a small supplement is<br />

payable locally for this option.<br />

Christmas & New Year meals<br />

included. Full Board available at a<br />

supplement.<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 202<br />

Please note: This is a non smoking<br />

hotel.<br />

PROPERTY CODE: XB1H04<br />

This apartment building is at the heart of Les Bruyères district of Les<br />

Menuires. It is in a prime location at the foot of the slopes, a stone’s<br />

throw from the ski lifts, ski school, shops & restaurants and the resort<br />

swimming pool. Recent refurbishment has created more spacious &<br />

comfortable interiors with modern furnishings. Good apartments in a<br />

prime location.<br />

ACCOMMODATION: Fully<br />

equipped kitchenette with<br />

microwave-grill oven, dishwasher,<br />

kettle & 4 hot plates. Lounge/ living<br />

area has a TV, balcony, bathroom &<br />

separate wc. Bed linen, towels,<br />

vacuum & end of stay cleaning<br />

(except kitchen & washing up)<br />

included.<br />

APARTMENTS (2-4 PEOPLE):<br />

Approx 33m². Double sofa bed in<br />

the living area plus a twin bedroom.<br />

APARTMENTS (2-5 PEOPLE):<br />

Approx 41m². Double sofa bed in<br />

the living area plus a twin bedroom<br />

with pull-out bed.<br />

APARTMENTS (2-6 PEOPLE):<br />

Approx 48m². One sofa bed plus a<br />

pull-out bed in the living area,<br />

double bedroom, cabine with bunks<br />

and an additional shower room.<br />

DEPOSIT: Approx €200 per<br />

apartment, payable on arrival.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Self Catering.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★<br />

Please note: Extra services available -<br />

Please see page 374 for details and<br />

important information about<br />

apartments.<br />

PROPERTY CODE: XB1A05<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk/lesmenuires call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

Neilson Rating •••<br />

<strong>SKI</strong> IN <strong>SKI</strong> OUT<br />

GOOD FOR FAMILIES<br />

FAMILY ROOMS<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free wine with dinner<br />

Free hotel operated<br />

Children's Clubs<br />

Neilson Rating •••+<br />

<strong>SKI</strong> TO YOUR DOOR<br />

CENTRAL LOCATION<br />

FREE CHILD PLACES


Basic Holiday Prices in £s per adult from<br />

the amounts shown.<br />

Chalet Reberty<br />

19 Dec- 26 Dec- 02 Jan- 23 Jan- 06 Feb- 13 Feb- 20 Feb- 06 Mar- 20 Mar- 27 Mar- 03 Apr- 10 Apr-<br />

Nts 25 Dec 01 Jan 22 Jan 05 Feb 12 Feb 19 Feb 05 Mar 19 Mar 26 Mar 02 Apr 09 Apr 17 Apr<br />

Supplements in £s per person per night from:<br />

(Unless otherwise stated)<br />

XB1C02 Chalet Board Chalet 7 909 1085 555 625 669 1135 729 635 595 769 935 789<br />

Chalet: Sole use of twin £34, Corner Bath £2, Smaller<br />

room £1, 3rd & 4th Adult redn. £27<br />

25%<br />

Hotel Le Menuire<br />

XB1H03 Half Board Room 2/3 7 925 1039 729 739 729 1129 689 785 729 765 809 679<br />

Room 2/3: Sole use of twin £30, Family room £7, Mountain<br />

view £7, 3rd & 4th Adult redn. £12<br />

10%<br />

Hotel Village Club Neige Et Ciel<br />

XB1H04 Half Board Room 2/5 7 765 1049 569 619 789 1179 869 629 579 639 799 739<br />

Room 2/5: Full Board £12, Sole use of twin £21<br />

10%<br />

Aconit Apartments<br />

Apt 2/4: 3 share £7, 2 share £20<br />

XB1A05 Self Catering Apt 2/4 7 545 679 359 395 469 765 475 409 399 455 559 475<br />

10%<br />

Apt 2/5 7 535 669 349 385 459 755 465 399 389 445 549 465<br />

Apt 2/6 7 525 659 339 375 449 745 455 389 379 435 539 455<br />

Apt 2/5: 4 share £5, 3 share £12, 2 share £27<br />

Apt 2/6: 5 share £3, 4 share £9, 3 share £17, 2 share £34<br />

Hotel Les Bruyeres<br />

XB1H02 Half Board Room 2/3 7 875 1199 639 689 775 1149 859 815 699 749 805 745<br />

Room 2/3: Sole use of twin £48, Larger room £8, 3rd & 4th<br />

Adult redn. £46<br />

10%<br />

Prices are a guide only & will be confirmed on enquiry. Adult prices in £ sterling start from the amounts shown & apply to selected flight departures between each date range based on current charges & costs. Prices may go up or down & supplements (e.g. flight &/or fuel), or reductions may apply. Supplements ‘from’ are based on low season dates. For full details on how to price your holiday, charges,<br />

supplements & surcharges see ‘Your Holiday Price’ page 368. For important Holiday Information & Booking Conditions see pages 368 - 385. †Some facilities may incur a local charge. LOW 12-18Dec,02-29Jan,13-26Mar.MID 19-25Dec,30Jan-12Feb,20Feb-12Mar,27Mar-17Apr.HIGH 26 Dec - 01 Jan, 13 - 19 Feb. NS361a<br />

LIFT PASS (6 DAYS) LOCAL AREA<br />

Adult (13-64yrs) ......................................... £165 £205<br />

Child (5-12yrs) ............................................ £119 £165<br />

Senior (65-74yrs) ........................................ £139 £175<br />

Family* ....................................................... - £635<br />

Local lift pass covers Les Menuires ski area only. Area pass<br />

covers the 3 Valleys ski area. Free lift pass for children 0-4yrs.<br />

*Family lift pass for 2 adults & 2 children aged 5-17yrs, proof<br />

of family relationship will also be required - 1 adult &<br />

children must have the same surname. Includes handsfree<br />

keycard.<br />

<strong>SKI</strong>ER’S PACK (6 DAYS)<br />

Adult - Complete Beginner †† ..................................... £315<br />

Adult - Intermediate .................................................... £335<br />

Child - Complete Beginner †† ..................................... £249<br />

Child - Intermediate .................................................... £259<br />

Ski Pack Ages: Adult = 13yrs+, Child = 5-12yrs.<br />

Includes: 6 days x 2hrs45m tuition, 6 days local lift pass & 6<br />

days standard ski & boot hire. Includes handsfree keycard.<br />

HOTEL LES BRUYERES<br />

<strong>SNOWBOARD</strong>ER’S PACK (6 DAYS)<br />

Adult - Complete Beginner †† ..................................... £329<br />

Adult - Intermediate .................................................... £339<br />

Child - Complete Beginner †† ..................................... £269<br />

Child - Intermediate .................................................... £289<br />

Snowboard Pack Ages: Adult = 13yrs+, Child = 8-12yrs.<br />

Complete Beginner = 6 days x 2hrs30m tuition, 6 days local<br />

lift pass & 6 days standard snowboard & boot hire.<br />

Intermediate = 6 days x 2hrs45m tuition, 6 days local lift<br />

pass & 6 days standard snowboard & boot hire. All include<br />

handsfree keycard.<br />

LES MENUIRES <strong>SKI</strong> PACK<br />

LES MENUIRES – FRANCE<br />

This family orientated hotel lies in the heart of the resort in the<br />

‘Bruyères’ area & offers a relaxed, modern environment with direct<br />

access to the slopes, close proximity to the nearest lift (10m via a<br />

covered walkway) & lovely views across the resort & surrounding<br />

mountains.<br />

FACILITIES†: •Restaurant •Bar with<br />

fireplace •Terrace with panoramic<br />

view •Pool tables •Internet room<br />

•Free entry to resort operated<br />

outdoor pool, nearby fitness area<br />

with sauna & steam room •Wifi<br />

HOTEL OPERATED KIDS' CLUB<br />

•FREE hotel run children’s club, 4-11<br />

years during French holidays*, with<br />

English speaking staff - includes<br />

drop off/pick up to group ski lessons<br />

& evening entertainment from 5 to<br />

8pm. Optional lunch cover available<br />

for a supplement - payable locally.<br />

*Operates 26 Dec to 3 Jan, 6-27 Feb<br />

& from 3 Apr.<br />

ROOMS (2-3 PEOPLE): Double or<br />

twin bedded rooms some with extra<br />

single bed & have flat screen TV,<br />

balcony, bathroom with<br />

bath/shower, hairdryer & separate<br />

wc.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board Buffet<br />

breakfast & three-course dinner.<br />

Christmas & New Year Gala dinners<br />

included.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 94<br />

PROPERTY CODE: XB1H02<br />

<strong>SKI</strong>/BOARD EQUIPMENT (6 DAYS) ADULT CHILD*<br />

Skis & boots beginner ................................. £65 £39<br />

Skis & boots intermediate ........................... £85 -<br />

Skis & boots superior .................................. £100 -<br />

Skis only beginner ...................................... £45 £39<br />

Skis only intermediate ................................ £65 -<br />

Skis only superior ....................................... £79 -<br />

Snowboard & boots .................................... £85 £75<br />

Snowboard only ......................................... £60 £59<br />

Helmet** .................................................... - Included<br />

*Child skis & boots = 3-11yrs, *Child board & boots = 8-11yrs.<br />

**All child equipment hire includes a helmet.<br />

Neilson Rating •••+<br />

<strong>SKI</strong> TO YOUR DOOR<br />

CENTRAL LOCATION<br />

WELLNESS AREA<br />

GOOD FOR FAMILIES<br />

CHILDREN’S CLUB<br />

Child %<br />

discount<br />

<strong>SKI</strong>/BOARD TUITION<br />

Adult ski school (6x2hrs45m) ..................................... £125<br />

Child ski school (6x2hrs45m) ...................................... £115<br />

Snowboard school beginner PM (6x2hrs30m) ........... £99<br />

Snowboard school intermediate AM (6x2hrs45m) ..... £129<br />

Ski Kindergarten* 4-5 yrs (6x2hrs45m) ....................... £125<br />

Child ski school = 6-12yrs. Snowboard school = 8yrs+.<br />

Ski Kindergarten excludes lunch.<br />

IMPORTANT: †† Complete beginner = Ability Level 0, Intermediate = Ability Level 1-4. Ability levels must be stated at the time of booking - see page 13 for details. Special Offers may be withdrawn at any time. Prices are in £s and are approximate - please see reservation system, our website or call us for more details.<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk/lesmenuires call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free access to nearby<br />

outdoor heated pool<br />

Free access to resort ice<br />

skating rink<br />

Free access to nearby<br />

sauna, steam room &<br />

fitness room<br />

Free children's club<br />

during school holidays*<br />

361


362<br />

FRANCE – VAL THORENS<br />

“<strong>The</strong> most southerly<br />

of the Three Valleys<br />

resorts, reliably<br />

snow sure with swift<br />

lift access<br />

practically from<br />

your doorstep”<br />

Fair Excellent<br />

BEGINNERS<br />

INTERMEDIATES<br />

ADVANCED<br />

OFF-PISTE<br />

NON <strong>SKI</strong>ERS<br />

FAMILIES<br />

NIGHTLIFE<br />

MOUNTAIN<br />

Skiing Altitude 1815m–3230m<br />

Resort Altitude 2300m<br />

Pistes Area - 600km<br />

Number of Runs 275<br />

16% 38% 36% 10%<br />

Number of lifts 180<br />

Drags 72 / Chairs 68 / Gondolas 34 /<br />

Cable Cars 34<br />

Longest Run 6km<br />

Direction of Slopes N,S,E,W<br />

Terrain Parks yes<br />

Half Pipe yes<br />

Cross Country Trails 4km<br />

Night Skiing no<br />

Mountain Restaurants 41<br />

Snowmaking 41% runs covered<br />

Resort Ski Bus yes<br />

Linked Resorts Méribel & Mottaret,<br />

Courchevel,<br />

La Tania & Les Menuires<br />

FAMILY<br />

Babycare 3-35mths<br />

Crèche 3-35mths<br />

Ski Kindergarten 3-4yrs<br />

See page 373 or<br />

neilson.co.uk/childcare for more info.<br />

TRAVEL<br />

Departure Airports Gatwick**,<br />

Birmingham, Manchester**<br />

& Glasgow*<br />

Destination Airport<br />

Geneva & Grenoble<br />

Season 19 Dec-10 Apr<br />

Departure Day Saturday<br />

Flight Guide see page 384<br />

Transfer Time Geneva 3hrs 30mins<br />

Grenoble 3hrs<br />

Private taxi transfers available -<br />

please call us for details<br />

Self Drive See page 368<br />

*Glasgow departures on<br />

26 Dec & 3 Apr only.<br />

**Geneva only available from Gatwick<br />

& Manchester<br />

GOOD FOR FAMILIES • GLACIER • SELF DRIVE<br />

A convenient, high altitude resort,<br />

linked into one of the largest ski areas<br />

in the world - <strong>The</strong> Three Valleys, with<br />

possibly the highest pub in France!<br />

Val Thorens boasts the most<br />

formidable statistics in winter sports -<br />

and the skiing isn’t bad either. <strong>The</strong><br />

most southerly of <strong>The</strong> Three Valley<br />

resorts, it is reliably snow sure with<br />

swift lift access practically from your<br />

doorstep.<br />

Most of the nursery slopes are<br />

conveniently close to the village<br />

centre so it’s perfect for beginners<br />

and families, as well as the die hard<br />

experts looking to notch up the off<br />

piste miles between here and<br />

Mottaret.<br />

Being purpose built it’s not the most<br />

attractive but it is hugely convenient.<br />

<strong>The</strong> many apartments cluster<br />

together on the mountainside,<br />

overlooking the resort centre where<br />

there is a good sports centre along<br />

with a variety of bars and restaurants.<br />

You’ll find a buzzing après-ski scene<br />

to keep you occupied in the<br />

evenings.<br />

ACTIVITIES<br />

• Snowshoeing<br />

• Paragliding<br />

• Snow Mobiling<br />

• Tobogganing<br />

• Glacier Excursions<br />

• Sports Centre<br />

• Wellness Centre<br />

• Bowling Alley<br />

• Heli skiing<br />

• Cinema<br />

• Telemarking<br />

LIFT PASS & TUITION<br />

PRICE PROMISE<br />

See page 371<br />

LONGEST TOBOGGAN RUN<br />

6km in length with a vertical<br />

drop of 700m - it can take up<br />

to 45mins to do this thrilling<br />

run!<br />

SOOTH YOUR MUSCLES<br />

A number of Spas are open in<br />

Val Thorens offering massages,<br />

beauty treatments, saunas, hot<br />

tubs, or swimming pools. <strong>The</strong>re<br />

are also fitness rooms available<br />

if you still have the energy!


HOTEL VAL THORENS<br />

HOTEL LE FITZROY<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk/valthorens call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

VAL THORENS – FRANCE<br />

A popular hotel in a central location, with good facilities, excellent<br />

service & a warm welcome. <strong>The</strong> lounge & piano bar, with their open<br />

design & exposed beams are a great place to relax. Located 100m from<br />

the lifts and ski school meeting place, this is a conveniently placed ski<br />

in-ski out hotel of the highest standard.<br />

FACILITIES†: Bar •3 restaurants<br />

•Lounge with fireplace •Free use of<br />

sauna, hot tub & relaxation room<br />

ROOMS (2-3 PEOPLE): Twin or<br />

double rooms with bath, shower &<br />

wc, with resort view. Rooms have<br />

satellite TV, hairdryer & balcony.<br />

Piste view rooms (some that can<br />

take a third bed) are available at a<br />

supplement.<br />

This stunning hotel is an ideal place to stay for those looking for<br />

excellent service, luxurious facilities and rooms, exquisite cuisine and a<br />

central location with direct access to the pistes. After your day on the<br />

slopes you can head to the sun terrace and soak up the incredible views<br />

of the surrounding area or pamper yourself in the outstanding spa area.<br />

<strong>The</strong> nearest lifts and ski school meeting point are 100m away.<br />

FACILITIES†: 24hr reception •À la<br />

carte restaurant •Lounge/Piano bar<br />

•Sun terrace •Ski lockers •Free daily<br />

shuttle bus to the resort centre •Wifi<br />

•Concierge service<br />

SPA FEATURES†: •Free use of<br />

indoor pool, sauna, steam room &<br />

fitness room •Massage facilities and<br />

beauty treatments by ‘KANEBO’ &<br />

‘DECLEOR’ available at a local<br />

charge<br />

Important information about spa<br />

facilites - see page 374<br />

ROOMS (2-4 PEOPLE): ‘Classic’<br />

twin or double rooms (19-20m²)<br />

have LCD cable TV, DVD player,<br />

mini-safe, mini-bar and bathroom<br />

with bath, shower, wc and hairdryer.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board. Buffet<br />

breakfast & waiter-served five-course<br />

dinner. Christmas & New Year meals<br />

included.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 81<br />

PROPERTY CODE: X02H05<br />

Larger ‘Confort’ rooms (22-23m²)<br />

available at a supplement, see<br />

reservations system.<br />

‘Grand Confort’ (24-26m²) and<br />

‘Superior’ rooms (29-33m²) can take<br />

one or two extra beds also available<br />

at a supplement, see reservations<br />

system.<br />

All rooms have a balcony with<br />

village or piste views.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board. Buffet<br />

breakfast and five-course evening<br />

meal. Christmas meal and New Year<br />

Gala meal included.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 54<br />

PROPERTY CODE: X02H02<br />

Neilson Rating ••••<br />

<strong>SKI</strong> IN <strong>SKI</strong> OUT<br />

CENTRAL LOCATION<br />

WELLNESS AREA<br />

FREE CHILD PLACES<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free use of sauna, hot<br />

tub & relaxation room<br />

Special discount 2-5yrs:<br />

£250 HS; £150 LS<br />

Neilson Rating ••••<br />

<strong>SKI</strong> IN <strong>SKI</strong> OUT<br />

INDOOR POOL<br />

WELLNESS AREA<br />

FOUR OR MORE<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free use of indoor pool,<br />

sauna, steam room &<br />

fitness room.<br />

A handpicked selection of hotels<br />

offering first class spa facilities<br />

363


364<br />

FRANCE – VAL THORENS<br />

HOTEL VAL CHAVIERE<br />

A traditional family-run hotel with direct access to the pistes & 300m<br />

from local amenities.<br />

FACILITIES†: Comfortable lounge<br />

•Bar •Lift •Sun terrace<br />

ROOMS (2-3 PEOPLE): Pleasantly<br />

furnished, twin rooms, some of<br />

which can take an extra bed<br />

(suitable for child only), with bath,<br />

shower & wc, satellite TV and<br />

balcony.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board. Buffet<br />

breakfast & five-course dinner. Local<br />

speciality dish served weekly. Not<br />

suitable for vegetarians. Christmas &<br />

New Year meals included.<br />

VILLAGE MONTANA APARTMENTS<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 49<br />

PROPERTY CODE: X02H01<br />

<strong>The</strong> Village Montana is made up of three superb residences offering<br />

luxury accommodation in an enviable piste-side location. Situated<br />

600m from the resort centre and 200m from the ski school meeting<br />

point. Also conveniently located near to the sauna, steam room and<br />

resort crèche and kindergarten facilities.<br />

FACILITIES†: 24hr reception<br />

•Restaurant & bar •Shops •Sauna,<br />

steam room & massage services<br />

•Pool table •Wifi<br />

ACCOMMODATION: Fully<br />

equipped kitchenette with<br />

dishwasher, living room, bathroom<br />

with bath, shower, hairdryer & wc,<br />

balcony, safe & cable TV. Bed linen<br />

& towels included. Beds made on<br />

arrival.<br />

APARTMENTS/CABINES (2-4<br />

PEOPLE): Approx 35m². Bedroom<br />

with twin beds and cabine with twin<br />

beds.<br />

APARTMENTS (2-4 PEOPLE):<br />

Approx 41-45m². Larger apartments<br />

with two twin bedrooms.<br />

CHEVAL BLANC APARTMENTS<br />

DEPOSIT: Approx €500 per<br />

apartment, payable on arrival.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Self Catering.<br />

Please note: Please see page 374 for<br />

important information about<br />

apartments.<br />

PROPERTY CODE: X02A17<br />

Good quality apartments slopeside and in the lower part of Val Thorens.<br />

5 minutes' walk from the resort centre & benefitting from shops & a<br />

restaurant within the complex.<br />

FACILITIES†: Restaurant •Shop<br />

ACCOMMODATION: Well equipped<br />

kitchenette with oven, hot plates &<br />

dishwasher, lounge area, cable TV,<br />

shower & wc. Bed linen and towels<br />

included.<br />

APARTMENTS (2-4 PEOPLE):<br />

Approx 27m². Twin or double sofa<br />

bed in lounge plus twin bedroom<br />

and balcony. Superior apartments<br />

available at a supplement.<br />

APARTMENTS (2-6 PEOPLE):<br />

Approx 33m² Double sofa bed in<br />

lounge, double sofa bed separated<br />

by a screen, bunk in a cabine area.<br />

Superior apartments with twin<br />

bedroom and balcony available at a<br />

supplement.<br />

APARTMENTS (2-8 PEOPLE):<br />

Approx 45-50m². Similar to above<br />

but one double sofa bed in lounge,<br />

mezzanine floor with two open-plan<br />

twin bedroom areas plus shower<br />

room and balcony.<br />

DEPOSIT: Approx €230 per<br />

apartment, payable on arrival by<br />

credit card.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Self Catering.<br />

Please note: Please see page 374 for<br />

important information about<br />

apartments.<br />

PROPERTY CODE: X02A11<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk/valthorens call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

Neilson Rating •••+<br />

<strong>SKI</strong> IN <strong>SKI</strong> OUT<br />

Neilson Rating •••<br />

<strong>SKI</strong> IN <strong>SKI</strong> OUT<br />

WELLNESS AREA<br />

FREE CHILD PLACES<br />

Neilson Rating •••<br />

<strong>SKI</strong> IN <strong>SKI</strong> OUT


Basic Holiday Prices in £s per adult from<br />

the amounts shown.<br />

Hotel Val Thorens<br />

NEILSON CHALET NEMONE<br />

19 Dec- 26 Dec- 02 Jan- 23 Jan- 06 Feb- 13 Feb- 20 Feb- 06 Mar- 20 Mar- 27 Mar- 03 Apr- 10 Apr-<br />

Nts 25 Dec 01 Jan 22 Jan 05 Feb 12 Feb 19 Feb 05 Mar 19 Mar 26 Mar 02 Apr 09 Apr 17 Apr<br />

VAL THORENS – FRANCE<br />

A modern apart-chalet located right above the main resort of Val<br />

Thorens, a 500m walk away. Alternatively, you can clip into your skis or<br />

board just down the road for a gentle cruise into town, with its<br />

multitude of lifts able to whisk you into the awesome Three Valleys ski<br />

area. This comfortable chalet offers a wealth of facilities on site, the<br />

swimming pool and sauna are an ideal way to relax at the end of the<br />

day while waiting for your home cooked dinner to be prepared. A great<br />

place for those who want to combine excellent Neilson hospitality, ease<br />

of access to the slopes and a host of facilities to enjoy.<br />

ACCOMMODATION: <strong>The</strong> chalet is<br />

well designed on one level and has<br />

an open plan living/dining area with<br />

TV, DVD, CD player, balcony and<br />

open fireplace. <strong>The</strong>re is a double<br />

sofa bed in the lounge available<br />

when a group books the whole<br />

chalet. <strong>The</strong> bedrooms are compact<br />

and comfortable, with two double<br />

and three twin bedrooms all sharing<br />

1 bathroom with wc and three<br />

shower rooms with wc.<br />

NEILSON CHALET ORCHIS<br />

BOARD BASIS: Chalet Board. Daily<br />

buffet breakfast, afternoon tea and a<br />

three-course evening meal on six<br />

nights served with wine and after<br />

dinner coffee.<br />

Please note: Chalet staff live out.<br />

Children are welcome when part of<br />

a group booking the whole chalet.<br />

Generous discounts or free places<br />

may apply when sharing a room<br />

with 2 adults.<br />

PROPERTY CODE: X02C08<br />

<strong>The</strong> Chalet Orchis is the sister chalet to the Nemone above. <strong>The</strong>y are<br />

situated in the same building in the Balcons area and are identically<br />

furnished making it ideal for groups. A cosy lounge/dining area<br />

completes the chalet, providing an excellent place to unwind with a<br />

glass of wine in front of the log fire. This chalet also enjoys free access<br />

to the indoor pool and sauna.<br />

ACCOMMODATION: <strong>The</strong> chalet is<br />

well designed over one level and has<br />

an open plan living/dining area with<br />

TV, DVD, CD player, balcony and<br />

open fireplace. <strong>The</strong>re is a double<br />

sofa bed in the lounge available<br />

when a group books the whole<br />

chalet. <strong>The</strong> bedrooms are compact<br />

and comfortable, with two double<br />

bedrooms and three twin bedrooms<br />

all sharing 1 bathroom with wc and<br />

three shower rooms with wc.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Chalet Board. Daily<br />

breakfast & afternoon tea with<br />

freshly baked cake; home-cooked<br />

three course evening meal on six<br />

nights served with wine and after<br />

dinner coffee.<br />

Please note: Chalet staff live out.<br />

Children are welcome when part of<br />

a group booking the whole chalet.<br />

Generous discounts or free places<br />

may apply when sharing a room<br />

with 2 adults.<br />

PROPERTY CODE: X02C09<br />

Neilson Rating •••+<br />

Unique and charming catered chalets<br />

located in the best resorts<br />

Neilson Rating •••+<br />

Unique and charming catered chalets<br />

located in the best resorts<br />

Supplements in £s per person per night from:<br />

(Unless otherwise stated)<br />

Room 2/3: Sole use of twin £22, Piste view room £5<br />

X02H05 Half Board Room 2/3 7 1115 1369 915 1045 1075 1439 1129 1119 1045 1109 1329 1215<br />

45%<br />

Hotel Le Fitzroy<br />

X02H02 Half Board Room 2/3 7 1365 1739 1199 1199 1395 1679 1385 1315 1305 1355 1469 1305<br />

Room 2/3: 3rd & 4th Adult redn. £67<br />

35%<br />

Hotel Val Chaviere<br />

X02H01 Half Board Room 2/3 7 885 1059 659 715 729 1155 705 745 729 775 859 739<br />

Room 2/3: Sole use of twin £40<br />

35%<br />

Village Montana Apartments<br />

X02A17 Self Catering Apt Cabine 2/4 7 625 789 419 459 519 849 509 519 499 579 689 609<br />

Apt Cabine 2/4: 3 share £10, 2 share £31<br />

25%<br />

Apt 2/4 7 655 819 449 489 549 879 539 549 529 609 719 639<br />

Apt 2/4: 3 share £12, 2 share £35<br />

Cheval Blanc Apartments<br />

X02A11 Self Catering Standard Apt 2/4 7 495 685 349 399 419 765 419 409 405 439 539 485<br />

Standard Apt 2/4: 3share£7,2share£20<br />

10%<br />

Standard Apt 2/6 7 475 665 329 379 399 745 399 389 385 419 519 465<br />

Standard Apt 2/6: 5 share £3, 4 share £8, 3 share £16,<br />

2 share £32<br />

Apt 2/8 7 455 645 309 359 379 725 379 369 365 399 499 445<br />

Apt 2/8: 7 share £2, 6 share £6, 5 share £10, 4 share £17,<br />

3 share £28, 2 share £51<br />

Chalet Nemone<br />

X02C08 Chalet Board Chalet 7 899 1075 549 619 665 1125 725 629 589 759 925 779<br />

Chalet: Sole use of twin £33, 11th & 12th Adult redn. £29<br />

25%<br />

Chalet Orchis<br />

X02C09 Chalet Board Chalet 7 899 1075 549 619 665 1125 725 629 589 759 925 779<br />

Chalet: Sole use of twin £33, 11th & 12th Adult redn. £29<br />

25%<br />

Prices are a guide only & will be confirmed on enquiry. Adult prices in £ sterling start from the amounts shown & apply to selected flight departures between each date range based on current charges & costs. Prices may go up or down & supplements (e.g. flight &/or fuel), or reductions may apply. Supplements ‘from’ are based on low season dates. For full details on how to price your holiday, charges,<br />

supplements & surcharges see ‘Your Holiday Price’ page 368. For important Holiday Information & Booking Conditions see pages 368 - 385. †Some facilities may incur a local charge. LOW 12-18Dec,02-29Jan,13-26Mar.MID 19-25Dec,30Jan-12Feb,20Feb-12Mar,27Mar-17Apr.HIGH 26 Dec - 01 Jan, 13 - 19 Feb. NS365a<br />

LIFT PASS (6 DAYS) LOCAL AREA <strong>SKI</strong>ER’S PACK (6 DAYS)<br />

<strong>SNOWBOARD</strong>ER’S PACK (6 DAYS)<br />

<strong>SKI</strong>/BOARD EQUIPMENT (6 DAYS) ADULT CHILD * <strong>SKI</strong>/BOARD TUITION<br />

Adult (13-64yrs) ......................................... £165 £205<br />

Child (5-12yrs) ............................................ £119 £165<br />

Senior (65-74yrs) ........................................ £139 £175<br />

Family* ....................................................... - £635<br />

Local lift pass covers Val Thorens ski area only. Area pass<br />

covers the 3 Valleys ski area. Free lift pass for children 0-4yrs.<br />

*Family lift pass for 2 adults & 2 children aged 5-17yrs, proof<br />

of family relationship will also be required - 1 adult &<br />

children must have the same surname. Includes handsfree<br />

keycard.<br />

Adult - Complete Beginner †† ..................................... £299<br />

Adult - Intermediate .................................................... £319<br />

Child - Complete Beginner †† ..................................... £245<br />

Child - Intermediate .................................................... £255<br />

Ski Pack Ages: Adult = 13yrs+, Child = 5-12yrs.<br />

Includes: Adult = 6 days x 2hrs45m tuition, 6 days local lift<br />

pass & 6 days standard ski & boot hire. Child = 6 days x<br />

3hrs tuition, 6 days local lift pass & 6 days standard ski &<br />

boot hire. All include handsfree keycard.<br />

Adult - Complete Beginner †† ..................................... £325<br />

Adult - Intermediate .................................................... £335<br />

Child - Complete Beginner †† ..................................... £275<br />

Child - Intermediate .................................................... £285<br />

Snowboard Pack Ages: Adult = 13yrs+, Child = 8-12yrs.<br />

Includes: 6 days x 3hrs tuition, 6 days local lift pass & 6 days<br />

standard snowboard & boot hire. Includes handsfree keycard.<br />

VAL THORENS <strong>SKI</strong> PACK<br />

Skis & boots beginner ................................. £55 £45<br />

Skis & boots intermediate ........................... £85 -<br />

Skis & boots superior .................................. £99 -<br />

Skis only beginner ...................................... £35 £35<br />

Skis only intermediate ................................ £59 -<br />

Skis only superior ....................................... £75 -<br />

Snowboard & boots .................................... £85 £85<br />

Snowboard only ......................................... £69 £69<br />

Helmet** .................................................... - Included<br />

*Child skis & boots = 3-11yrs, *Child board & boots = 8-11yrs.<br />

**All child equipment hire includes a helmet.<br />

Adult ski school (6x2hrs45m) ..................................... £125<br />

Child ski school (6x3hrs) ............................................. £115<br />

Adult Snowboard school (6x3hrs) .............................. £125<br />

Child Snowboard school (6x3hrs) ............................... £115<br />

Child ski school = 4-12yrs. Child snowboard school = 8-12yrs.<br />

IMPORTANT: †† Complete beginner = Ability Level 0, Intermediate = Ability Level 1-4. Ability levels must be stated at the time of booking - see page 13 for details. Special Offers may be withdrawn at any time. Prices are in £s and are approximate - please see reservation system, our website or call us for more details.<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk/valthorens call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Sleeps 10-12<br />

5 bedrooms<br />

Log fire<br />

Shared indoor pool &<br />

sauna<br />

Free afternoon tea<br />

Wine served with dinner<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Sleeps 10-12<br />

5 bedrooms<br />

Log fire<br />

Shared indoor pool &<br />

sauna<br />

Free afternoon tea<br />

Free wine with dinner<br />

Child %<br />

discount<br />

365


366<br />

FRANCE – VAL THORENS<br />

HOTEL MERCURE VAL THORENS<br />

Located on the slopes, minutes from the local bars & restaurants, with<br />

stunning views across the valley from the south-facing restaurant and<br />

sun terrace. This friendly hotel has a warm atmosphere that runs<br />

throughout, from the bar & lounge with log fireplace through to the<br />

sauna and hot tub.<br />

FACILITIES†: Restaurant •Two bars<br />

•Lounge with open fire •Sauna,<br />

steam room, hot tub & fitness room<br />

•Games room •Wifi •Children’s club<br />

during French school holidays<br />

ROOMS (2-4 PEOPLE): Comfortable<br />

double rooms which can take an<br />

extra single or double sofa bed with<br />

satellite TV, radio, Wifi, mini-safe,<br />

bath, shower, hairdryer & wc.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board. Buffet<br />

breakfast & five-course evening<br />

meal. Full Board option available at<br />

a supplement. Christmas & New<br />

Year dinners included.<br />

HOTEL LES TROIS VALLEES<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 104<br />

PROPERTY CODE: X02H06<br />

This is a very comfortable, family run hotel with a warm welcome for<br />

all. Being in an ideal location in the heart of Val Thorens with easy<br />

access to the slopes, fantastic views and a good reputation for its food<br />

& comfort make this hotel a superb choice.<br />

FACILITIES†: Restaurant •Bar<br />

•Lounge with Wifi •Free use of<br />

sauna<br />

ROOMS (2-3 PEOPLE): Twin or<br />

double rooms available, some which<br />

can take a third bed, with cable TV,<br />

radio, bath or shower & wc.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Half Board. Buffet<br />

breakfast & four-course evening<br />

meal with a choice of main dish &<br />

cheese course. Christmas & New<br />

Year dinners included.<br />

TEMPLES DU SOLEIL APARTMENTS<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★<br />

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 29<br />

PROPERTY CODE: X02H03<br />

<strong>The</strong>se compact, comfortable apartments offer great views with direct<br />

access to the piste. Resort centre and supermarket 300 metres away.<br />

FACILITIES†: Restaurant •Shops<br />

•Sauna, steam room & hot tub<br />

ACCOMMODATION: All apartments<br />

have kitchenette with hot plates,<br />

fridge, microwave grill-oven and<br />

dishwasher, bath, shower, wc and<br />

balcony. Bed linen, towels, cleaning<br />

kit and end of stay cleaning (except<br />

kitchen and washing up) included.<br />

STUDIOS (2 PEOPLE): As studio 2-4<br />

people below but priced on 2<br />

people sharing.<br />

STUDIOS (2-4 PEOPLE): Two single<br />

sofa beds and bunks in a cabine.<br />

APARTMENTS (2-5 PEOPLE): Living<br />

area with two single sofa beds, a<br />

bedroom with bunks and a single<br />

bed, or two single sofa beds and a<br />

pull-out bed in the lounge and a<br />

double bedroom. Superior<br />

apartments available at a<br />

supplement.<br />

APARTMENTS (2-7 PEOPLE): Living<br />

area with two single sofa beds and a<br />

pull-out bed, two bedrooms, one<br />

with bunks and one with twin beds.<br />

Some apartments are duplex and<br />

have a second bathroom.<br />

DEPOSIT: €300 per<br />

studio/apartment, payable on<br />

arrival.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Self Catering.<br />

Evening meal and Half Board<br />

options available at a supplement.<br />

Extra services available - Please see<br />

page 374 for details and important<br />

information about apartments.<br />

PROPERTY CODE: X02A00<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk/valthorens call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

Neilson Rating •••<br />

<strong>SKI</strong> IN <strong>SKI</strong> OUT<br />

WELLNESS AREA<br />

FOUR OR MORE<br />

GOOD FOR FAMILIES<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Sauna, steam room, hot<br />

tub & fitness room<br />

Neilson Rating •••<br />

CENTRAL LOCATION<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Free use of sauna<br />

Special discount 2-5yrs:<br />

£250 HS; £150 LS<br />

Neilson Rating ••+<br />

<strong>SKI</strong> IN <strong>SKI</strong> OUT<br />

WELLNESS AREA<br />

FREE CHILD PLACES<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

Sauna, steam room &<br />

hot tub<br />

VALUE<br />

No frills accommodation at a cheaper price<br />

– where it's the skiing that really counts!


TIKAL APARTMENTS<br />

VAL THORENS – FRANCE<br />

One of the more recently refurbished apartment buildings in Val<br />

Thorens. Located at the entrance to the resort, opposite the slopes. <strong>The</strong><br />

resort sports centre, which has a pool, is nearby.<br />

FACILITIES†: Reception •Wifi<br />

•Bakery delivery service<br />

ACCOMMODATION: Kitchenette<br />

with microwave-grill oven &<br />

dishwasher, TV, bathroom, some<br />

with separate wc, balcony or<br />

terrace. Bed linen, towels, cleaning<br />

pack, end of stay cleaning (except<br />

kitchen & washing up) included.<br />

APARTMENTS (2-4 PEOPLE):<br />

Approx. 35m². Double or two single<br />

sofa beds in living area, bedroom<br />

with two single beds.<br />

APARTMENTS (2-6 PEOPLE):<br />

Approx. 45m². Single sofa bed &<br />

pull-out single bed in living area,<br />

double bedroom, cabine with a set<br />

of bunks, additional shower & wc.<br />

ALTINEIGE APARTMENTS<br />

DEPOSIT: Approx €300 per<br />

apartment, payable on arrival.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Self Catering. Half<br />

Board or Evening 'Meal Card' option<br />

available at a supplement.<br />

Please note: Extra services available -<br />

Please see page 374 for details and<br />

important information about<br />

apartments.<br />

PROPERTY CODE: X02A10<br />

Situated close to the resort centre and ski lifts, this apartment building is<br />

excellent value for money, catering well for couples and families and<br />

offering doorstep skiing on top.<br />

ACCOMMODATION: Kitchenette<br />

with fridge, mini-oven, hot plates &<br />

dishwasher, balcony/terrace, bath or<br />

shower and wc. Bed linen included.<br />

Towels available for hire locally. End<br />

of stay cleaning payable locally.<br />

APARTMENTS (2-5 PEOPLE):<br />

Approx. 26m 2 , twin bedroom,<br />

double sofa bed in lounge and<br />

single bed in cabine.<br />

APARTMENTS (2-6 PEOPLE):<br />

Approx. 30-40m 2 , double sofa bed<br />

& bunks in lounge and a twin<br />

bedroom. Or, Two single sofa beds<br />

in lounge, single bed in cabine &<br />

three single beds on a mezzanine.<br />

DEPOSIT: Approx €300 per<br />

apartment, payable on arrival.<br />

BOARD BASIS: Self Catering.<br />

OFFICIAL RATING: ★★★<br />

Please note: Extra services available -<br />

Please see page 374 for details and<br />

important information about<br />

apartments.<br />

PROPERTY CODE: X02A01<br />

Neilson Rating •••+<br />

Neilson Rating ••<br />

<strong>SKI</strong> IN <strong>SKI</strong> OUT<br />

VALUE<br />

No frills accommodation at a cheaper price<br />

– where it's the skiing that really counts!<br />

Basic Holiday Prices in £s per adult from<br />

19 Dec- 26 Dec- 02 Jan- 23 Jan- 06 Feb- 13 Feb- 20 Feb- 06 Mar- 20 Mar- 27 Mar- 03 Apr- 10 Apr- Supplements in £s per person per night from: Child %<br />

the amounts shown.<br />

Nts 25 Dec 01 Jan 22 Jan 05 Feb 12 Feb 19 Feb 05 Mar 19 Mar 26 Mar 02 Apr 09 Apr 17 Apr (Unless otherwise stated)<br />

discount<br />

Hotel Mercure Val Thorens<br />

X02H06 Half Board Room 2/4 7 1155 1399 1005 1025 1055 1389 1055 1015 999 1089 1239 1199<br />

Room 2/4: Full Board £20, Sole use of double £46, 3rd & 4th<br />

Adult redn. £9<br />

25%<br />

Hotel Les Trois Vallees<br />

X02H03 Half Board Room 2/3 7 985 1245 785 845 889 1345 889 965 935 885 1085 849<br />

Room 2/3: Sole use of twin £25, 3rd & 4th Adult redn. £20<br />

35%<br />

Temples Du Soleil Apartments<br />

X02A00 Self Catering Studio 2 7 645 905 409 489 599 995 609 505 489 525 645 589<br />

Studio 2: Half Board £24, Evening Meal £17, Sole use £33<br />

10%<br />

Studio 2/4 7 485 669 339 389 409 749 409 399 389 429 529 475<br />

Studio 2/4: Half Board £24, Evening Meal £17, Meal Option<br />

£7, 3 share £6, 2 share £19<br />

Apt 2/5 7 475 659 329 379 399 739 399 389 379 419 519 465<br />

Apt 2/5: Half Board £24, Evening Meal £17, Meal Option £7,<br />

4 share £4, 3 share £11, 2 share £25<br />

Apt 2/7 7 465 649 319 369 389 729 389 379 369 409 509 455<br />

Apt 2/7: Meal Option £7, Half Board £24, Evening Meal £17,<br />

6share£3,5share£7,4share£13,3share£23,2share£43<br />

Tikal Apartments<br />

X02A10 Self Catering Apt 2/4 7 555 765 389 445 509 849 499 455 445 489 605 545<br />

Apt 2/4: Half Board £24, Evening Meal £17, 3 share £9,<br />

2 share £28<br />

10%<br />

Apt 2/6 7 535 745 369 425 489 829 479 435 425 469 585 525<br />

Apt 2/6: Half Board £24, Evening Meal £17, 5 share £5,<br />

4 share £12, 3 share £24, 2 share £47<br />

Altineige Apartments<br />

X02A01 Self Catering Apt 2/5 7 449 625 315 365 379 699 379 375 365 399 495 445<br />

Apt 2/5: 4 share £4, 3 share £11, 2 share £24<br />

10%<br />

Apt 2/6 7 439 615 305 355 369 689 369 365 355 389 485 435<br />

Apt 2/6: 5 share £3, 4 share £8, 3 share £16, 2 share £32<br />

Prices are a guide only & will be confirmed on enquiry. Adult prices in £ sterling start from the amounts shown & apply to selected flight departures between each date range based on current charges & costs. Prices may go up or down & supplements (e.g. flight &/or fuel), or reductions may apply. Supplements ‘from’ are based on low season dates. For full details on how to price your holiday, charges,<br />

supplements & surcharges see ‘Your Holiday Price’ page 368. For important Holiday Information & Booking Conditions see pages 368 - 385. †Some facilities may incur a local charge. LOW 12-18Dec,02-29Jan,13-26Mar.MID 19-25Dec,30Jan-12Feb,20Feb-12Mar,27Mar-17Apr.HIGH 26 Dec - 01 Jan, 13 - 19 Feb. NS367a<br />

LIFT PASS (6 DAYS) LOCAL AREA <strong>SKI</strong>ER’S PACK (6 DAYS)<br />

<strong>SNOWBOARD</strong>ER’S PACK (6 DAYS)<br />

<strong>SKI</strong>/BOARD EQUIPMENT (6 DAYS) ADULT CHILD * <strong>SKI</strong>/BOARD TUITION<br />

Adult (13-64yrs) ......................................... £165 £205<br />

Child (5-12yrs) ............................................ £119 £165<br />

Senior (65-74yrs) ........................................ £139 £175<br />

Family* ....................................................... - £635<br />

Local lift pass covers Val Thorens ski area only. Area pass<br />

covers the 3 Valleys ski area. Free lift pass for children 0-4yrs.<br />

*Family lift pass for 2 adults & 2 children aged 5-17yrs, proof<br />

of family relationship will also be required - 1 adult &<br />

children must have the same surname. Includes handsfree<br />

keycard.<br />

Adult - Complete Beginner †† ..................................... £299<br />

Adult - Intermediate .................................................... £319<br />

Child - Complete Beginner †† ..................................... £245<br />

Child - Intermediate .................................................... £255<br />

Ski Pack Ages: Adult = 13yrs+, Child = 5-12yrs.<br />

Includes: Adult = 6 days x 2hrs45m tuition, 6 days local lift<br />

pass & 6 days standard ski & boot hire. Child = 6 days x<br />

3hrs tuition, 6 days local lift pass & 6 days standard ski &<br />

boot hire. All include handsfree keycard.<br />

Adult - Complete Beginner †† ..................................... £325<br />

Adult - Intermediate .................................................... £335<br />

Child - Complete Beginner †† ..................................... £275<br />

Child - Intermediate .................................................... £285<br />

Snowboard Pack Ages: Adult = 13yrs+, Child = 8-12yrs.<br />

Includes: 6 days x 3hrs tuition, 6 days local lift pass & 6 days<br />

standard snowboard & boot hire. Includes handsfree keycard.<br />

VAL THORENS <strong>SKI</strong> PACK<br />

Skis & boots beginner ................................. £55 £45<br />

Skis & boots intermediate ........................... £85 -<br />

Skis & boots superior .................................. £99 -<br />

Skis only beginner ...................................... £35 £35<br />

Skis only intermediate ................................ £59 -<br />

Skis only superior ....................................... £75 -<br />

Snowboard & boots .................................... £85 £85<br />

Snowboard only ......................................... £69 £69<br />

Helmet** .................................................... - Included<br />

*Child skis & boots = 3-11yrs, *Child board & boots = 8-11yrs.<br />

**All child equipment hire includes a helmet.<br />

Adult ski school (6x2hrs45m) ..................................... £125<br />

Child ski school (6x3hrs) ............................................. £115<br />

Adult Snowboard school (6x3hrs) .............................. £125<br />

Child Snowboard school (6x3hrs) ............................... £115<br />

Child ski school = 4-12yrs. Child snowboard school = 8-12yrs.<br />

IMPORTANT: †† Complete beginner = Ability Level 0, Intermediate = Ability Level 1-4. Ability levels must be stated at the time of booking - see page 13 for details. Special Offers may be withdrawn at any time. Prices are in £s and are approximate - please see reservation system, our website or call us for more details.<br />

Click www.neilson.co.uk/valthorens call 0845 070 3460 or see your travel agent<br />

HIGHLIGHTS<br />

One child eats free per 2<br />

adults prebooking Meal<br />

Card option from 19-25<br />

Dec, 2 Jan-5 Feb & 6<br />

Mar-17 Apr<br />

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368<br />

IMPORTANT HOLIDAY INFORMATION<br />

EUROSTAR TO THE<br />

FRENCH ALPS<br />

<strong>Travel</strong> direct to the French Alps in comfort and<br />

style on the sleek modern Eurostar. Join the<br />

train at either the recently renovated and muchacclaimed<br />

St Pancras International in central<br />

London or Ashford International in Kent. <strong>The</strong><br />

Friday evening departure will appeal to keen<br />

skiers and boarders as it offers the possibility of enjoying up to 8 days<br />

skiing in the Alps. <strong>The</strong> daytime Saturday morning departure leaves St<br />

Pancras International at 10am, arriving in Moutiers, just 8.5 hours<br />

later.<br />

SELF DRIVE WITH<br />

EUROTUNNEL<br />

DRIVE YOUR CAR TO THE SLOPES -<br />

SAVE UP TO £100 PER PERSON*<br />

Let us arrange your Eurotunnel passage together with your<br />

accommodation.<br />

You can take as long as you like to get to and from the<br />

resort, all we ask is that you arrive at and leave your<br />

accommodation on the same date as our flight arrivals.<br />

FREE EUROTUNNEL FLEXIPLUS<br />

Included in your return Eurotunnel booking is a FREE FlexiPlus<br />

upgrade which includes:<br />

• Flexibility to take another departure if you should arrive early or late<br />

at the terminal.<br />

• Priority boarding lane and dedicated check-in area.<br />

• Flexi-plus lounge (open 6am-10pm) offering complimentary nonalcoholic<br />

drinks and light snacks. Internet, fax and telephone<br />

services are also available.<br />

• Dedicated parking spaces at the terminal if you are stopping off.<br />

HOW TO PRICE YOUR SELF-DRIVE <strong>SKI</strong> TRIP.<br />

Simply apply the following reductions, per person to the basic holiday<br />

price. Let us know your preferred departure time and we will make<br />

the reservation.<br />

<strong>The</strong> terminal has a wide range of facilities to pick up anything that<br />

you need for your journey. <strong>The</strong> train journey time from Folkestone to<br />

Coquelles takes just 35 minutes.<br />

<strong>The</strong> Eurostar service is available to the following French resorts:<br />

Meribel/Mottaret, La Plagne, Les Arcs, Courchevel and La Tania.<br />

• Relaxed, hassle-free travel to the French Alps<br />

• Short transfers to resort<br />

• Free carriage of skis<br />

• Up to 2 extra days skiing<br />

• Eurostar journeys are carbon neutral at no extra cost to travellers<br />

Choose from two travel classes:<br />

Standard: Comfortable seating / bar/ buffet carriage.<br />

Leisure Select: Wider seats with power sockets. Complimentary<br />

magazines and newspapers. Complimentary meals and drinks service<br />

at your seat.<br />

<strong>The</strong>re is a ticketless travel system with Eurotunnel. We will send your 8<br />

digit reference number with your final documentation. Simply type<br />

this code in at the automated check-in lanes.<br />

Please note that due to height restrictions, drivers of motorcycles and<br />

vehicles over 1.85m cannot use the dedicated parking spaces and<br />

thus the Flexiplus lounge facilities.<br />

Other cross channel services and approximate driving times to resorts<br />

available, please see our website or call for details.<br />

<strong>Travel</strong> Supplements<br />

Applicable departure dates Supplements by<br />

Class of travel<br />

Friday Night Saturday Day Standard Leisure<br />

(1/1-9/4) (19/12-10/4) Select<br />

Train Train<br />

Low 01/01-29/01 £0 £59<br />

season<br />

dates<br />

19/02<br />

Mid 05/02, 02/01-16/01, £66 £98<br />

season<br />

dates<br />

26/02-26/03 30/01<br />

High 25/12 19/12&26/12, £87 £161<br />

season 23/01, 06/02,<br />

dates 20/02-27/03<br />

Peak 12/02, 13/02, £129 £245<br />

season<br />

dates<br />

02/04 03/04&10/04<br />

Transport Codes St. Pancras 25X00 25X02<br />

Ashford Int. 49X00 49X02<br />

Eurostar Schedule Friday overnight Saturday daytime<br />

Departure from UK<br />

Depart St Pancras International 20:31 (Fri) 10:00 (Sat)<br />

Depart Ashford International 21:15 (Fri) 10:47 (Sat)<br />

Arrive Moûtiers (for Courchevel,<br />

Meribel/Mottaret and La Tania) 05:37 (Sat) 17:30 (Sat)<br />

Arrive Aime la Plagne (La Plagne) 06:05 (Sat) 18:02 (Sat)<br />

Arrive Bourg St Maurice (Les Arcs) 06:27 (Sat) 18:20 (Sat)<br />

Return journey to the UK<br />

Depart Bourg St Maurice 22:15 (Sat) 10:04 (Sat)<br />

Depart Aime La Plagne** N/A N/A<br />

Depart Moûtiers 23:09 (Sat) 10:45 (Sat)<br />

Arrive Ashford International 06:34 (Sun) 15:36 (Sat)<br />

Arrive St Pancras International 07:16 (Sun) 16:11 (Sat)<br />

Reductions for Eurotunnel<br />

Up to £75 per person* off the flight package price.<br />

Up to £100 per person* for departures on or between<br />

19-29 Dec and 13-20 Feb.<br />

*Based on a minimum of 2 people sharing a car,<br />

maximum 9 people.


CONTENTS Page<br />

• YOUR HOLIDAY PRICE 369-370<br />

• GROUP BOOKING CONDITIONS 371<br />

• CHILD PRICES 372-373<br />

• PRE-BOOKABLE HOLIDAY EXTRAS 370-371<br />

• YOUR ACCOMMODATION 374<br />

• YOUR RESORT 377<br />

• <strong>SKI</strong> & <strong>SNOWBOARD</strong> CARRIAGE 379<br />

• INSURANCE 381<br />

• FLIGHT INFORMATION 378, 384-385<br />

• BOOKING CONDITIONS 382-383<br />

• BOOKING YOUR HOLIDAY 386<br />

HOLIDAY PRICES - HOW TO PRICE YOUR HOLIDAY<br />

Our brochure is intended to provide a quick and easy way for you to<br />

compare typical prices between different holiday packages. We have<br />

shown in our price panels an accurate indication of our basic lead in<br />

prices but we do not over complicate our price panels with different<br />

charges, fees or supplements, particularly when we know these can<br />

change. We regularly review our prices and whilst occasionally its<br />

necessary to put prices up, more often our prices come down so to<br />

help you calculate the best possible price just ask your travel agent,<br />

phone us direct, or visit our website for up to the minute prices.<br />

Holiday prices are influenced by many factors. <strong>The</strong> price includes<br />

current taxes (such as air passenger duty), aircraft insurance, security,<br />

fuel and other associated costs known at the time of booking. Our<br />

prices are affected by changes in these costs, along with changes in<br />

exchange rates, suppliers costs and economic trends (see section<br />

'Extra Charges - before booking'). <strong>The</strong> guide prices we show are based<br />

on current charges and costs, we reserve the right to alter prices and<br />

introduce supplements - we'll let you know any applicable<br />

supplements and the total price of your holiday on enquiry. To help<br />

you to compare our guide prices please keep the following in mind:-<br />

• Prices are per person based on the number of adults sharing as<br />

given in the accommodation description (see 'What the price<br />

includes / What's Extra' for more details).<br />

• <strong>The</strong> basic lead in price shown applies to selected departures within<br />

each date range (there may be a number of departure dates<br />

available between the dates shown which may carry higher prices<br />

than the lead in price).<br />

• Child discounts, under occupancy supplements and room<br />

type/board basis supplements are shown as ‘from’ amounts. <strong>The</strong><br />

lowest supplements will apply to low season/off peak travel periods<br />

so supplements may be higher for more popular travel dates.<br />

• Our lead in prices are accurate at the time this brochure is produced<br />

but are subject to change and may go up and down.<br />

• Accommodation supplements vary by the date the accommodation<br />

is occipied so may vary throughout your holiday.<br />

UNDER OCCUPANCY SUPPLEMENTS<br />

<strong>The</strong> prices in this brochure are usually based on a specific number of<br />

adults sharing the accommodation as stated on each price panel. If<br />

there are fewer adults sharing the accommodation than the number<br />

stated, supplements will have to be paid because fewer adults are<br />

sharing the accommodation. <strong>The</strong>se supplements are called “under<br />

occupancy” supplements and are indicated at the bottom of each<br />

price panel where relevant. <strong>The</strong> under occupancy supplements shown<br />

are ‘from’ amounts, per person per night, and may vary depending<br />

on date of travel. Unless otherwise stated, under occupancy<br />

supplements are payable per person per night. Please note that<br />

infants do not count towards occupancy levels. Children do count<br />

towards occupancy unless travelling on a free place. Our<br />

accommodation prices are based on at least two adults sharing. We<br />

do not always have the space to show under occupancy supplements<br />

for the single traveller for accommodation which is priced on a two<br />

adults sharing but please contact us for further information and<br />

supplements where applicable (see also ‘Single Supplements’ on page<br />

374 for more details).<br />

IMPORTANT HOLIDAY INFORMATION<br />

LOWEST PRICE GUARANTEE<br />

We guarantee to match the lowest available price on identical and<br />

bookable holidays in any other non Thomas Cook Group Tour<br />

Operators brochure available at your ABTA travel agent (with the<br />

exception of special offer brochures). <strong>The</strong> booking must be for a<br />

minimum of two full-fare paying passengers. Holiday price<br />

comparisons will be between the total cost for the entire travelling<br />

party including flight and accommodation supplements, but<br />

excluding insurance premiums. In order for accurate comparisons<br />

to be made, the holidays must be identical in all respects i.e. the<br />

same departure date and airport and the same accommodation<br />

(including room type and board basis). Flight timings must be<br />

directly comparable as follows: flight departing 04:00 - 12:59hr =<br />

slot 1; 13:00 - 18:59hr = slot 2; 19:00 - 03:59hr = slot 3. Holidays<br />

including scheduled flights, special offers, late availability prices,<br />

travel agents’ offers and group booking discounts are excluded<br />

from this guarantee which relates to the full brochure price of each<br />

holiday. In cases where free children’s holidays are to be included in<br />

price comparisons, we would ask you to note the following: If your<br />

booking with us includes a free child place but the alternative<br />

holiday you have located does not, the appropriate child price<br />

applicable on that alternative holiday will be taken into account in<br />

the calculation. A flight must be either a day or night flight as<br />

appropriate, and for all holiday comparisons we will require proof<br />

of availability at the claimed price at the time of booking.<br />

All claims need to be made within 14 days of the date your<br />

booking is confirmed.<br />

NEILSON SNOW GUARANTEE<br />

Anyone taking the Neilson Ski/AXA Insurance is automatically covered<br />

for piste closure insurance at no additional cost. Should you choose a<br />

different policy, you should ensure that any other insurance cover<br />

most be at least of equal standard to Neilson/AXA Ski Insurance.<br />

If you do not take the Neilson/AXA policy, and your own policy does<br />

not contain its own piste closure provisions, you will not receive the<br />

benefits outlined below. Space on transport provided by Neilson to<br />

other ski areas cannot be guaranteed, and if available, will be<br />

payable locally at between £10 and £30 per person per day.<br />

Piste closure cover details – up to £300 (nil excess)<br />

<strong>The</strong> piste closure covers you for up to £20 per day only for transport<br />

that we can arrange for you in the event of that it may be necessary<br />

to transfer you by coach to another ski area if it becomes impossible<br />

to ski in your resort, due to lack of snow or too much snow. If you<br />

have pre-booked your lift-pass, we will refund this to you in full in<br />

resort. This cover applies to downhill alpine skiing and does not<br />

cover cross-country skiing, nor does it apply to piste closure due to<br />

adverse weather conditions other than lack of snow or too much<br />

snow (eg. High winds). In the unlikely event that no suitable<br />

alternative area is available, you will be entitled to compensation on<br />

return to UK of £20 for each complete day you have been unable to<br />

ski. See page 381 for our insurance provider.<br />

WHAT THE PRICE INCLUDES<br />

• Accommodation - Prices are shown per person within the price panel<br />

for each property. For hotels, the price applies to each of the two adults<br />

sharing a room. Apartment, cabin and studio prices are usually based<br />

on the maximum number of adults sharing the accommodation and for<br />

fewer adults under-occupancy supplements usually apply (see ‘Under<br />

Occupancy Supplements’ above).<br />

• Meals – as described in the accommodation description.<br />

• Services of our Overseas Representatives or 24-hour assistance from<br />

our UK Duty Office.<br />

• Return Flights – from your chosen airport<br />

• Luggage Allowance – A minimum luggage allowance of 15kgs<br />

excluding infants. Additional luggage allowance may be available at<br />

a supplement payable at the time of booking. Excess baggage<br />

charges apply if you exceed the allowance shown on your tickets.<br />

• Return Transport between your destination airport and<br />

accommodation in resort is included. This will be in the form of<br />

a minibus or coach transfer unless otherwise specified in the<br />

accommodation description or confirmed on your invoice. You may<br />

find that your transfer is shared by customers from other tour<br />

operators within the Thomas Cook group. We have combined<br />

transfers in this way to ensure that you depart as swiftly and<br />

efficiently as possible.<br />

• Taxes & Charges (known at the time our brochure is published) - Air<br />

passenger duty, UK airport taxes and security charges - Prices<br />

include current government Air Passenger Duty depending on<br />

destination/class of travel. <strong>The</strong> following duty applies (subject to<br />

change): Intra EU economy rate of £10, non-economy rate of £20.<br />

Long haul economy rate £40 and non-economy rate of £80.<br />

• Aviation Fuel Costs known at time of booking (see Extra Charges -<br />

before booking). Charges for extra security, aircraft insurance,<br />

aviation and other associated costs.<br />

• ATOL Protection Contribution (APC) – the price of your holiday<br />

includes the amount of currently £1 per person as part of the ATOL<br />

Protection Contribution (APC) we pay to the CAA who provides<br />

financial protection for your holiday in the unlikely event of our<br />

failure. <strong>The</strong> amount you have paid will be shown on your<br />

confirmation invoice.<br />

AND WHAT’S EXTRA<br />

• Holiday Insurance - you MUST be insured (see page 381 for brief<br />

details).<br />

• Flight supplements – price panels show a basic holiday price<br />

including a flight with no flight supplement. Your chosen flight may<br />

carry a supplement see our flight pages. For more information<br />

please refer to the Flight section for details about ‘Flight<br />

Supplements’ on page 378.<br />

• Meal supplements - where applicable are in the accommodation<br />

descriptions and price panels.<br />

• Under-occupancy supplements – see section on ‘Under Occupancy<br />

Supplements’ above.<br />

• Optional excursions.<br />

• Charges made by accommodation – see section ‘local<br />

charges’ below.<br />

• Locally collected taxes (including arrival / departure taxes and<br />

entry visas where applicable).<br />

• Accommodation Deposits - in some cases on arrival at self catering<br />

accommodation you may be asked for a deposit. This is refundable,<br />

less the cost of any additional cleaning, damage or loss. When you<br />

register, many hotels will ask you for an imprint of your credit card<br />

to cover any personal extras. If you do not have a credit card, they<br />

may ask for a large cash deposit.<br />

• Excess baggage on coaches and aircraft - excess baggage charges<br />

will apply if you exceed your allowance and/or you take sports<br />

equipment.<br />

• Ski/Snowboard carriage - Thomas Cook Airlines charge £15 to prebook<br />

ski/board carriage. Other airlines vary and any payment due<br />

will be collected on check-in. See page 379 for details.<br />

• Christmas and New Year Gala meals where not shown<br />

as included.<br />

• Eurostar and Eurotunnel may be booked through us, see page 368<br />

for more information.<br />

• Apartment holidays only: bed linen, towels unless stated as<br />

included in the individual apartment description. Cleaning, except<br />

where you have pre-purchased a special service package.<br />

• National park entry fee for private cars traveling to Banff or Lake<br />

Louise in Canada, approx. CAN$89 at time of going to print.<br />

• Ski racks and child seats for rented cars.<br />

• European road tolls and levies.<br />

• Fuel, car parking fees and fines for private or hire cars.<br />

• Late booking fee - a charge will apply for all bookings made within<br />

14 days of departure. We will make arrangements for you to collect<br />

your tickets from our airport representative on arrival, or in some<br />

cases may be able to post your documentation to you, at your<br />

request. <strong>The</strong> charge will be a minimum of £15 per person but if<br />

special delivery is required the cost may be more.<br />

• Credit card charges – prices advertised in this brochure apply to<br />

payment by cash or debit card. A charge will apply to payment by<br />

credit card - please ask for details.<br />

• Possible surcharges - see ‘Surcharges - price increases after<br />

booking’ section, page 370.<br />

• Visa charges - you are responsible for paying the costs in<br />

connection with obtaining visas.<br />

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370<br />

IMPORTANT HOLIDAY INFORMATION<br />

EXTRA CHARGES - BEFORE BOOKING<br />

Please note carefully, as we indicate underneath the price panels,<br />

prices include an amount to cover our current fuel charges known at<br />

the time our brochure is produced. You should be aware that these<br />

charges and costs may change between date of publication of this<br />

brochure and the time of travel. We reserve the right to alter prices<br />

and introduce fuel supplements where changes in fuel costs occur.<br />

Furthermore, although we have included in our prices an extra charge<br />

to cover aviation, security, aircraft insurance and other associated<br />

costs, you should be aware that these charges and costs may change<br />

between the date of publication of this brochure and the time of<br />

travel. Since all these costs are beyond our control and subject to<br />

further changes, we reserve the right to pass on any additional<br />

charges to you and they will be added and shown separately at the<br />

time of booking. We reserve the right to change prices, prices can go<br />

up or down. Please therefore check carefully the total costing,<br />

including any additional charges, with us or your agent before you<br />

book.<br />

Aviation Duty<br />

<strong>The</strong> UK government have announced their intention to replace Air<br />

Passenger Duty (APD), which is payable by all passengers on flights<br />

departing from UK airports with a new Emissions Tax, known as<br />

Aviation Duty, with effect from 1st November 2009. At the time of<br />

producing this brochure, we are not aware of the final details of the<br />

new duty, and prices have therefore been calculated as if Air<br />

Passenger Duty continues to be in effect. In the event that our costs<br />

increase as a result of the change, we reserve the right to adjust the<br />

prices shown in this brochure to reflect those changes<br />

in costs.<br />

SURCHARGES – PRICE INCREASES<br />

AFTER BOOKING<br />

We reserve the right to surcharge - see ‘Booking Conditions’.<br />

PROMOTIONAL PUBLICATIONS<br />

On occasions, we may make special offers on holidays at properties<br />

which are featured in this brochure. <strong>The</strong>se special offers may for<br />

example be made in a series of one-off or promotional publications.<br />

<strong>The</strong> special offer packages may not be identical to the packages<br />

featured in this brochure. For example, the special offer package may<br />

not include airport-resort transfers or children's club activities. <strong>The</strong><br />

luggage allowance for special offer holidays will be 15kg per person. It<br />

is important to note that such special offers will not allow changes to<br />

be made to your booking once it has been confirmed. <strong>The</strong> deposits<br />

for special offer holidays will also be higher than stated in this<br />

brochure. For further details please contact your travel agent or us<br />

and also refer to terms and conditions that are contained in all special<br />

offer literature that is produced.<br />

LOCAL CHARGES<br />

At some accommodation certain amenities or services may carry a<br />

local charge. Unless we have stated that a service or facility is ‘free’ in<br />

our accommodation descriptions, you may be asked to pay a charge.<br />

Here are a few examples of what you might expect to pay for locally,<br />

but always check first as there may be others.<br />

• Daily car parking charge at some hotels/apartments.<br />

• Entertainment and activities away from your accommodation.<br />

• Highchairs, cots, hotel-run Children’s Clubs and meals for infants.<br />

• Certain a la carte meal options.<br />

• Porterage of luggage at any stage.<br />

• Safety deposit facilities, room service, minibar, TV/ satellite TV,<br />

telephone calls, internet and wifi.<br />

• Facilities and equipment such as spa entry, indoor pools, sauna,<br />

steam room and table games.<br />

• Health & beauty treatments.<br />

CURRENCY<br />

Most people travel with cash, traveller’s cheques and a credit card,<br />

usually because it’s the safest, most time and cost-efficient way of<br />

carrying travel money. Visa or Mastercard are probably the most<br />

widely accepted cards abroad, so it is best to decide w hich you wish<br />

to take and leave any others behind in a safe, secure place. Take most<br />

of your paper money in traveller’s cheques - your credit card may give<br />

you access to local currency, but it could be at a high rate of interest<br />

and exchange rates may be poor. You should take some local currency<br />

so you don’t have to worry about exchanging money when you<br />

arrive. You might need some cash for a taxi or tipping. Always make<br />

use of hotel safety deposit boxes, and wherever in the world you’re<br />

travelling - never carry around large amounts of cash. Credit cards are<br />

not accepted for excursions in Bulgaria.<br />

OFFERS, OPTIONS &<br />

HOLIDAY HIGHLIGHTS<br />

REDUCED HOLIDAY DEPOSIT<br />

Reduced holiday deposits are available for European charter flight<br />

based holidaus only for a limited time after which a higher deposit<br />

amount will apply whihc will be advised to you at the time of<br />

booking.<br />

COMPLIMENTARY ROOM UPGRADES<br />

Where applicable and unless otherwise stated, offers of free room<br />

upgrades shown in the brochure will be determined by availability<br />

when you travel and your room will be allocated on arrival at the<br />

accommodation. If your room is upgraded, please note that this will<br />

not necessarily be to the next highest category featured in our<br />

brochure as we do not sell all room types at all hotels.<br />

NEILSON FAIR PRICING POLICY - NORTH AMERICA<br />

Our prices are usually calculated on the basis of two adults sharing in<br />

standard hotel rooms where there is one main living area - rather than<br />

four adults sharing two double beds in a hotel room which is a<br />

practice used by some operators. So if our prices initially look<br />

expensive, look again.<br />

FRESHERS’ WEEKS 2010<br />

This initiative is operated with the contributions of Tourist Boards, lift<br />

companies, ski schools, equipment rental shops and Tour Operators,<br />

without whose invaluable support this scheme could not take place.<br />

Freshers’ Weeks are strictly for complete beginners who have never<br />

tried skiing before. Neilson reserves the right to confiscate or charge<br />

in full, without compensation, the lift pass, tuition and rental costs of<br />

any participant deemed to have contravened these conditions.


PRE-BOOKABLE &<br />

HOLIDAY EXTRAS<br />

PRE-BOOKABLE ACTIVITIES<br />

FINLAND - Please read this important information in conjunction with<br />

the activities shown on page 102.<br />

Prices are based on 2 adults sharing a snowmobile or sled. Prices for 1<br />

adult and children are available on the reservations system. Minimum<br />

age for children 4yrs. Child prices applicable for children aged 4-14 yrs.<br />

For reindeer safaris children must share a sleigh with an accompanying<br />

adult. For husky safaris, children will share a sleigh with a guide. For<br />

snowmobile safaris, children will travel in a sleigh behind the guide’s<br />

snowmobile. Longer safaris not recommended for small children.<br />

Minimum age to drive a snowmobile is 17yrs and all drivers must show<br />

a valid driving license. Trips are subject to minimum numbers and<br />

weather conditions. Day and excursion times are approximate and<br />

subject to change.<br />

<strong>SKI</strong> PACKS AND PRE-BOOKABLE OPTIONS<br />

To make your arrival in resort easier we recommend that you pre-book<br />

equipment, lift passes and tuition. It means all your items will be<br />

organised and reserved for you when you arrive in resort. Unless<br />

prebooked, we cannot guarantee availability on peak dates (Dec & Feb).<br />

Once booked the price will not rise. Pre-bookings can usually be made<br />

up to 5 days before travel for European destinations, 10 days for<br />

Canada. After this you must book ski pack items locally. This brochure<br />

details the most popular items but please be aware that there are more<br />

options available on the reservations system and in resort. Items are<br />

booked to start on the morning after your arrival. Should you wish to ski<br />

on the day you arrive, you will have to make your own arrangements.<br />

<strong>The</strong> prices showing on the reservation system at the time of booking<br />

your ski pack items are the applicable ones, and may be higher or lower<br />

than the prices shown in the brochure. We reserve the right to increase<br />

prices at any time and to withdraw ski pack elements from sale. If you<br />

wish to cancel or amend items, you may do so up to 21 days before<br />

departure at a charge of £35 per person.<br />

LIFT PASS & TUITION<br />

PRICE PROMISE<br />

LIFT PASS & TUITION<br />

PRICE PROMISE<br />

Make sure you pre-book before you go<br />

and we’ll guarantee you a great price! We promise that you’ll pay<br />

no more than you would have done had you waited and purchased<br />

your lift pass and tuition in resort.<br />

In the unlikely event that you did find cheaper prices for the<br />

identical lift pass or tuition* locally, we would refund you the<br />

difference, there and then, no questions asked based on the<br />

exchange rates as follows:<br />

€1.12, NOK 9.91, SEK 11.96, CAN $1.79, USD $1.52.<br />

Lift passes will be delivered in resorts where our staff are<br />

permanently based. *Please note we work closely with our chosen<br />

ski schools and will not consider price matching against alternative<br />

ski schools operating in the resort.<br />

LIFT PASSES<br />

Lift passes to all resorts offered in this brochure can be pre-booked. If<br />

you pre-book then you are automatically covered by our Lift Pass Price<br />

Promise – see above. In some resorts there may be more than one<br />

type of lift pass available so please remember to specify at the time of<br />

booking which pass you require where we offer a choice. If the pass<br />

offered doesn’t suit your requirements, you should book upon arrival<br />

in the resort. First time skiers (complete beginners) should check the<br />

ski pack panels or website to see if special passes are available locally,<br />

otherwise you are advised to pre-book ‘Complete Beginners’ skiers or<br />

snowboarders packs.<br />

Some resorts charge a deposit for ‘handsfree’ lift passes. It is stated<br />

where we have included this charge in the pre-book price. <strong>The</strong><br />

deposit amount can usually be obtained by returning the pass directly<br />

to the lift pass office at the end of your holiday.<br />

PROOF OF AGE / RELATIONSHIP<br />

Please note that in some instances proof of age may be required to be<br />

shown either to the Neilson representative or to the lift pass office<br />

staff before a special price lift pass can be obtained. This usually<br />

applies to younger children who may be eligible for a free lift pass and<br />

reduced price passes for older skiers.<br />

Additionally some special offers are strictly for families only and proof<br />

of relationship and shared residence may be required.<br />

IMPORTANT HOLIDAY INFORMATION<br />

<strong>SKI</strong> OR <strong>SNOWBOARD</strong> TUITION<br />

We offer pre-bookable group ski and snowboard lessons in almost all<br />

our resorts. Lesson days and durations vary so always check the<br />

relevant ski pack panel for details.<br />

LEARN TO TURN RESORTS: “SATISFACTION OR<br />

YOUR MONEY BACK” GUARANTEE<br />

So confident are we of the enjoyment you’ll get from your first ski<br />

or snowboard holiday in one of our recommended Learn to Turn<br />

resorts, we offer a ‘satisfaction or your money back’ guarantee.<br />

We simply ask you give it a minimum of three days then, if you<br />

still wish you had never set foot on the slopes, and never intend<br />

to again, we promise to refund you the cost of your Skier’s or<br />

Snowboarder’s Pack (excluding the cost of the lift pass).<br />

BEGINNERS ‘LEVEL 0’<br />

We have chosen the very best beginner resorts in our programme and<br />

awarded them ‘Learn to Turn’ status. Where you see ‘Learn to Turn’ on<br />

the resort information page you can be sure of a resort that has nothing<br />

but the best facilities and instruction to make sure your first experiences<br />

on the slopes are fun, safe and rewarding. Book the ‘Complete<br />

Beginners’ skiers or snowboarders pack to ensure you will have<br />

everything you need - the correct lift pass, equipment and tuition.<br />

Please note that beginner, ‘Level 0’ packages are strictly for beginners.<br />

A supplement may be charged to participants considered too<br />

experienced for beginners classes to cover additional lift pass and<br />

tuition costs.<br />

<strong>SKI</strong>ERS & BOARDERS PACKS<br />

<strong>The</strong>se ‘Packs’ combine a lift pass (usually a local pass), equipment and<br />

tuition and offer a saving compared to booking each item individually.<br />

<strong>The</strong>y are only available to be pre-booked and are not available for<br />

purchase in resort. Packs cannot be discounted or combined with<br />

other ski pack offers.<br />

TAXI TRANSFERS<br />

At some properties you can opt to pre-book a taxi to take you from<br />

the airport to your accommodation. This is priced for a return journey,<br />

per taxi (standard saloon size car) with a maximum of 4 people per<br />

taxi. Luggage space may be limited with 4 people on board which<br />

may result in an extra taxi being required when you get to resort –<br />

any charge for this will be passed on to you. In many overseas<br />

countries, please note that taxis may not have child or baby seats.<br />

PRE-BOOKABLE AIRPORT SERVICES<br />

AIRPORT HOTELS<br />

Airport Hotels - take the strain out of your journey and check in to<br />

a Superbreak airport hotel the night before you travel. Superbreak<br />

offer an unrivalled choice of UK airport hotels, at Gatwick,<br />

Manchester, Birmingham plus 19 other departure points. Rooms<br />

are guaranteed for late arrivals, allowing you to travel to the airport<br />

the night before, making it a perfect way to start your holiday.<br />

UK AIRPORT PARKING<br />

Pre-book your airport parking and save time & money. We have<br />

negotiated competitive rates for on-site or off-site parking at 26 UK<br />

airports with Holiday Extras. Prices include complimentary transfers<br />

where the airport terminal is not within walking distance.<br />

MEET AND GREET PARKING SERVICE<br />

Save time at the Airport Terminal by being met by a Holiday Extras<br />

representative on both your departure and return from/to the UK.<br />

Your car will then be taken to a secure car park nearby and<br />

returned to the Terminal at the end of your holiday.<br />

UK AIRPORT LOUNGES<br />

Relax in an Airport Executive Lounge and start your holiday in<br />

comfort where you wil l enjoy a choice of soft drinks, tea, coffee,<br />

alcoholic beverages (excluding champagne), snacks, newspapers<br />

and magazines. Generally not available to families with children<br />

under the age of 12.<br />

For further information on any of the above and to book<br />

call 0845 070 3460 or visit www.neilson.co.uk/Neilson-Holiday-<br />

Extras.aspx<br />

GROUP BOOKING<br />

CONDITIONS<br />

<strong>The</strong>se conditions are in addition to the Booking Conditions shown on<br />

pages 382-383.<br />

1. All offers are subject to availability and the number of group offers<br />

per departure may be limited or withdrawn without prior notice.<br />

Group offers may be limited to selected hotels/ apartments in our<br />

brochure. Please ask for details.<br />

2. Children do not count towards group bookings.<br />

3. Free child places cannot be used in conjunction with<br />

group discounts.<br />

4. Free places cover the panel holiday price and flight supplement.<br />

Supplements for meals, under-occupancy, room facilities & insurance<br />

are excluded.<br />

5. <strong>The</strong> group must book exactly the same holiday at the same time.<br />

We may allow large groups to travel from different airports on<br />

application, in which case the free place will apply to the cheapest<br />

holiday.<br />

6. Groups travelling for any duration other than 7 nights are<br />

on request.<br />

7. Free places will be dependent on the number of full paying adults<br />

travelling, free places will be calculated on the final number of<br />

passengers travelling. Cancellation of group numbers may result in the<br />

loss of Free places/group discount.<br />

8. Free places for groups above 30 will be on request. Splitting large<br />

groups into smaller ones is not permitted.<br />

9. Group offers are not available on scheduled flights.<br />

10. All passengers must pay the deposit. A Group option can be held<br />

on brochured holidays for 7 days while deposits are collected,<br />

however this is dependent on availability.<br />

11. All passengers’ names must be supplied 8 weeks before departure<br />

or at the time of booking (with deposits). Subsequent name changes<br />

will incur an amendment fee. When supplying passengers’ names,<br />

you must at the same time also confirm your rooming list - by this<br />

we mean who is to share a room with who. If you fail to do so, we<br />

will allocate rooms and cannot accept any liability if these<br />

arrangements do not meet with your approval.<br />

12. Names may be required immediately at time of booking on some<br />

departure dates or destinations.<br />

13. Group offers may not be combined with any other discounts or<br />

offers.<br />

14. Any person who acts as the leader of a group (whether or not<br />

they travel on the holiday), shall be the 'lead name' with all the usual<br />

responsibilities associated with that role as set out in our booking<br />

conditions. In addition, the group leader shall be responsible for<br />

confirming all travelling passenger details to either the <strong>Travel</strong> Agent<br />

(when booking through an ABTA member agent) or directly to our<br />

Reservations department. <strong>The</strong>y will be responsible for paying all sums<br />

that are payable in respect of the booking as a whole (including any<br />

amendment/cancellation charges), and for passing on accurately and<br />

in full to travelling passengers any and all information issued by the<br />

<strong>Travel</strong> Agent or us, including but not limited to passing on copies of<br />

our confirmation invoices and a copy of our booking conditions.<br />

Special arrangements for Groups<br />

Groups requiring special arrangements relating to flights<br />

(extra baggage, equipment etc), or in resort (extra room hire etc)<br />

must be aware that any special arrangements are subject<br />

to availability and may incur an extra charge.<br />

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IMPORTANT HOLIDAY INFORMATION<br />

CHILD PRICES<br />

To make your family budget go as far as possible we offer some great<br />

savings for children. At many properties a child discount will be<br />

available stated as a % off the adult price in the price panel. <strong>The</strong><br />

discount shown will be the minimum you will receive but look out for<br />

extra savings when you book!<br />

EUROPE - FANTASTIC SAVINGS FOR CHILDREN<br />

A discount or special price is available to children in most properties<br />

when sharing a room with two full fare paying adults. Child discounts<br />

or special prices apply to children up to and including 11 years old, as<br />

specified. <strong>The</strong> level of discount available off the basic price is up to<br />

45%.<br />

Please note that unlike many of our competitors, our discounts<br />

and special prices are available all season and children do count<br />

towards occupancy in our apartments in Europe. Be sure to factor this<br />

in when comparing prices.<br />

FREE CHILD PLACES<br />

FREE KIDS<br />

<strong>The</strong>re are a limited number of free child places available at selected<br />

properties. <strong>The</strong>se places are obviously popular and go quickly, so<br />

make sure you book early. Please note that the second child price<br />

applicable at the time of booking still applies if the first child has a<br />

NEILSON EUROPEAN CHALETS 25%<br />

NEILSON LODGES 20%<br />

SELECTED EUROPEAN HOTELS special child prices<br />

of up to 45%<br />

SELECTED EUROPEAN APTS & CABINS up to 10%<br />

PROPERTIES OFFERING FREE CHILD PLACES<br />

PAGE CODE PROPERTY<br />

70 Z23A02 Beitostølen Apartments<br />

71 Z23H00 Radisson SAS Resort Beitostolen<br />

71 Z23H01 Hotel Bergo<br />

73 Z21A00 Mølla Apartments & Cabins<br />

75 Z21H00 Hotel Fossheim<br />

78 Z20H03 Hotel Ustedalen<br />

80 Z20H04 Hotel Highland<br />

83 Z10H01 Quality Hotel & Resort Hunderfossen<br />

89 Z30A01 ÅreBjörnen Apartments<br />

90 Z30A07 Brunkulla Apartments<br />

94 Z31A02 Skalsbyn Apartments<br />

95 Z31A06 Skalsvallen Apartments<br />

100 Z51H02 Aparthotel On Piste<br />

104 Z50A03 Levi Cabins<br />

138 Y90H02 Hotel Pirin<br />

139 Y90H03 Hotel Strazhite<br />

140 Y90H17 Hotel Mura<br />

149 X41H07 Hotel Princesa Parc & Diana Parc<br />

153 X42H06 Hotel Piolets<br />

153 X42H08 Piolets Park & Spa<br />

164 R71H04 Hotel Garni Francescato<br />

166 R71A07 L' Ables Apartments<br />

166 R71A05 La Roina Apartments<br />

220 W24H17 Hotel Montjola<br />

240 W16A00 Almdorf Cabins<br />

245 W01H21 Neilson Lodge Mounty<br />

251 W02H28 Hotel Tyrol<br />

265 WA1H04 Hotel Fischerwirt<br />

274 WF6A00 Rauris Apartments<br />

297 X03A18 Balcons de Belle Plagne Apartments<br />

306 X04A15 Residence Alpages de Chantel<br />

306 X04A09 Thuria-Ruitor Apartments<br />

322 X07A00 L'Ours Blanc Apartments<br />

325 X07A06 Bergers Apartments<br />

330 X08A05 La Muzelle Apartments<br />

335 R86H06 Neilson Lodge Cimotel<br />

342 X06A03 Athamanthe & Valeriane Apartments<br />

350 X05A01 Le Hameau De Mottaret Apartments<br />

360 XB1A05 Aconit Apartments<br />

363 X02H05 Hotel Val Thorens<br />

364 X02A17 Village Montana Apartments<br />

366 X02A00 Temples du Soleil Apartments<br />

NOTE: Additional properties may feature free child places from time to<br />

time. Please use the search function on the website<br />

free place. If you do miss out on a free place, you will pay the current<br />

child price. Just ask your travel agent, phone us direct or visit our<br />

website to check the current child prices. Please see below for the<br />

child price conditions.<br />

SPECIAL DISCOUNT 2-5YRS<br />

In some hotels younger children from 2 – 5 years old may attract an<br />

additional discount. Where this is the case it is stated in the property<br />

highlights panel. <strong>The</strong> extra discount is in addition to the % discount off<br />

the adult price shown in the price panel. High season dates are: 19 Dec-<br />

1 Jan, 13-19 Feb, 3 Apr onwards: Low season applies to all other dates.<br />

CHILD PRICE CONDITIONS<br />

<strong>The</strong>se conditions are in addition to the Booking Conditions shown on<br />

pages 382-383<br />

1. Children paying a child price, must share accommodation with at<br />

least two persons paying the full adult brochure price.<br />

2. Child discounts apply for children up to and including 11 years of<br />

age, unless otherwise stated in the hotel description and apply to the<br />

basic adult price for air holidays. In the case of train or self drive<br />

holidays discounts or supplements apply after the child percentage<br />

discount amount has been applied.<br />

3. Third and subsequent children pay the adult price.<br />

4. Children qualifying for a free holiday are entitled to the basic<br />

accommodation and flights free but must pay for any optional meal<br />

arrangements and optional accommodation supplements (for example<br />

superior room supplements); all other children must pay ANY<br />

accommodation or flight supplements in full.<br />

5. Subject to availability, one free child place can be seleced for each<br />

room booked. If there are no free child places left on your chosen<br />

holiday, the first child pays the standard child price.<br />

6. Children count towards apartment occupancy levels, EXCEPT when<br />

allocated a free place.<br />

7. Infants under two years of age on the day of RETURN pay £29<br />

(short & medium haul) and £110 (longhaul) (subject to change). For<br />

Scheduled flights, charges do vary dependent on the airline, type of<br />

fare selected and the destination. Infant charges will be confirmed at<br />

the time of booking. <strong>The</strong>se charges are for an infant sitting on an<br />

adults lap. See also Carriage of Infants (Your Flight section) for more<br />

details. Extra services required, cots, etc., must be paid to the<br />

apartment/hotel locally. See section on INFANTS for further details.<br />

8 <strong>The</strong> full adult deposit must be paid for all children except infants. In<br />

the case of a free child place, the deposit will be deducted from the<br />

final holiday invoice.<br />

9. Child ages you provide must be applicable to the relevant date of<br />

return. If a child is subsequently older on the date of return than<br />

originally specified at the time of booking, this may mean they no<br />

longer qualify for a child price and you will have to pay the full adult<br />

fare, plus any admin fees before the party can travel. Please check<br />

carefully with your travel agent or us before booking.<br />

10. Free child places are limited in number, subject to availability and<br />

can be withdrawn at any time.<br />

11.Free child places cannot be combined with any other discount and<br />

are only available on charter flight holidays.<br />

CHILD PRICES TO CANADA & USA<br />

SINGLE PARENT SAVERS<br />

When there is only one parent travelling, Neilson offers a Single<br />

Parent Saver on all properties throughout the season. Your child (aged<br />

2-11 years on return travel date) will receive a 10% discount off the<br />

adult price when sharing a twin bedded hotel room with you. Offer<br />

limited to one child per adult booking and cannot be used in<br />

conjunction with any other offer or discount. See note about travel to<br />

Austria on page 376.<br />

CANADA & USA - GREAT VALUE FOR CHILDREN<br />

North American ski resorts are all very family focused and have the<br />

added advantage of all being completely English speaking with superb<br />

ski schools - making them a wonderful destination for all the family as<br />

well as a great place to learn or improve your skiing.<br />

Our child prices to the USA & Canada are based on your date of<br />

travel, choice of resort and the airline you travel with. In order to<br />

qualify, children must be aged from 2 to 11 years old and share a<br />

room with at least 2 full fare paying adults - please note that they do<br />

not count towards occupancy. <strong>The</strong> prices apply for all types of<br />

accommodation and for all durations except the Sunshine Inn in<br />

Banff. Regional flight supplements apply.<br />

DEPARTURES CANADA USA<br />

FROM TO VANCOUVER CALGARY MONTREAL DENVER<br />

YVR YYC YUL DEN<br />

9-Dec 18-Dec 865 875 695 0<br />

19-Dec 25-Dec 865 875 710 695<br />

26-Dec 1-Jan 895 899 740 725<br />

2-Jan 5-Jan 1095 1155 925 695<br />

6-Jan 26-Jan 815 819 665 655<br />

27-Jan 5-Feb 885 819 875 645<br />

6-Feb 9-Feb 955 915 745 705<br />

10-Feb 16-Feb 915 875 705 725<br />

17-Feb 26-Feb 815 859 675 655<br />

27-Feb 9-Mar 815 835 665 675<br />

10-Mar 19-Mar 855 835 665 655<br />

20-Mar 30-Mar 835 869 685 665<br />

31-Mar 6-Apr 855 875 695 655<br />

7-Apr 13-Apr 855 875 705 695<br />

14-Apr 24-Apr 825 799 675 0<br />

Please Note: flight supplements and regional supplements apply. Prices are a guide only and will be confirmed upon enquiry.<br />

Prices based on: Calgary - Gatwick/Monarch; Vancouver - Heathrow/Air Canada; Montreal -Heathrow/Air Canada; Denver - Heathrow/United.<br />

Price includes Air Passenger Duty, aircraft insurance, security and other associated costs known at the time of printing.<br />

For full details on Prices, Charges before Booking and Surcharges refer to Holiday Information/Booking Conditions on pages 382-383


CHILDCARE<br />

& CHILDREN’S<br />

<strong>SKI</strong> SCHOOL<br />

RESORT, <strong>SKI</strong>-SCHOOL & HOTEL-RUN CHILDCARE<br />

FACILITIES<br />

BABYCARE Non skiing childcare for babies and<br />

toddlers, usually betwwens ages of<br />

0-3yrs.<br />

CRECHE Non-skiing childcare for toddlers,<br />

usually from 2yrs upwards.<br />

<strong>SKI</strong> KINDERGARTEN Outdoor ski and play for younger<br />

children, usually in a dedicated area<br />

- less structured than group lessons,<br />

normally an introduction to snow<br />

from a ‘play and slide’ perspective.<br />

Often has an indoor area where<br />

they can warm up and take a rest.<br />

CHILD <strong>SKI</strong> SCHOOL Ski schools which run group &<br />

private lessons for children with<br />

more formal, snow based tuition.<br />

When travelling as a family on a skiing holiday you may wish to<br />

consider using some of the locally operated babycare, créche &<br />

kindergarten facilities to free up some time for yourselves. <strong>The</strong> resort<br />

information pages & our website include basic details showing where<br />

there was a facility operating during W08/9 and of the approximate<br />

age range(s) catered for.<br />

We are unable to accept responsibility or give any guarantee for the<br />

standard of the facilities and qualifications of personnel employed at<br />

resort, ski-school or hotel run kids clubs, nor can we guarantee the<br />

accuracy of the information given. Inclusion of this information in our<br />

brochure / website does not mean that Neilson recommends the<br />

facility or has undertaken Health & Safety checks. Club(s) may not<br />

meet standards of similar facilities in the UK and you are strongly<br />

advised to remember that local standards and requirements in respect<br />

of such clubs may differ overseas. You must ensure that you are<br />

completely satisfied with the facilities and staff providing this service<br />

when you are in resort and before you enroll your child / children into<br />

the club and into the clubs care. Any prices and durations quoted are<br />

for guidance only.<br />

IMPORTANT HOLIDAY INFORMATION<br />

CHILDREN & <strong>SKI</strong> SCHOOL<br />

Please note while many ski schools advertise that they accept children,<br />

some from as young as 3 or 4 years old, it is the ski school instructors’<br />

assessment of the physical & learning capacity of the individual child<br />

that determines whether they are able to join for the full duration of<br />

the advertised programme.<br />

SNOWANGELS SNOWMAN SNOWBUSTERS<br />

CHILD AGE RANGE 4-23 months 2-4yrs 5-12yrs<br />

NEILSON CHILDCARE STAFf Yes Yes Yes<br />

SUITABLE FOR WHOM non skiing kids non skiing kids skiing kids<br />

SESSIONS AVAILABLE 6 full days 09:00-16:30 6 full 09:00-16:30 6 full days 09:00-16:30<br />

6 x 1/2 days am 6 x 1/2 days am n/a<br />

6 x 1/2 days pm 6 x 1/2 daays pm n/a<br />

LUNCH & SUPERVISION* included in full day care included in full day care included<br />

INDOOR PLAY Yes Yes Yes<br />

OUTDOOR PLAY Yes Yes Yes<br />

<strong>SKI</strong>ING No Yes Yes<br />

<strong>SKI</strong> SCHOOL DROP OFF/PICK UP No Yes Yes<br />

EVENING CARE sleep club 2 x evenings, sleep club 2 x evenings, 2 x evening activities,<br />

7-10pm payable locally 7-10pm payable locally payable locally<br />

WHICH RESORTS Hotel Aalborg, Les Deux Alpes Hotel Aalborg, Les Deux Alpes Hotel Aalborg, Les Deux<br />

France France Alpes, France<br />

OPEN ALL SEASON Yes Yes Yes<br />

* available locally for a supplement for 1/2 day care.<br />

CLUB PRICES SNOWANGELS SNOWMAN SNOWBUSTERS<br />

6 full days HS £250 £225 £175<br />

6 full days LS £220 £180 £150<br />

6 x 1/2 days HS £200 £170 n/a<br />

6 x 1/2 days LS £180 £140 n/a<br />

SLEEP CLUB Operates in the créche/clubroom Operates in the créche/ n/a<br />

x 2 evenings 7-10pm, £20 per evening, clubroom 7-10pm, £20<br />

siblings £10 per evening, siblings £10<br />

Please note that the prices above for the basic club participation only. Any ski/board equipment/tuition to be booked<br />

separately. HS: High season = Christmas/New Year, 13/14 Feb & 3/4 April onwards. LS: low season all other dates.<br />

INFANTS<br />

See also ‘Carriage of infants’ under ‘Flights’.<br />

Please note that in each property description we state the maximum<br />

number of occupants a room or apartment can accommodate; this<br />

number can include ONE infant unless otherwise stated. If you need<br />

to book more than one infant into a room, please contact us before<br />

booking, as enquiries will need to be made with the hotel/apartment<br />

manager. For any bookings made which exceed this stated maximum<br />

and for which we are advised cannot be accommodated, we reserve<br />

the right to pass on the cost of any additional/different<br />

rooms/apartments required to accommodate the booking.<br />

Please let us know when you book if you need a cot. You may have to<br />

pay a charge locally for this and any other special services or facilities<br />

you require. When you arrive, you should check that the cot is<br />

satisfactory. If not, you must let your representative or hotel know<br />

immediately.<br />

Certain hotels, resorts, tours and excursions may not be suitable for<br />

children or infants. You should read the brochure description carefully<br />

to make sure that they meet your needs. Our staff will also be able to<br />

advise you if you are still unsure.<br />

ENTERTAINMENT FACILITIES<br />

<strong>The</strong>se differ from hotel to hotel, so please read the descriptions<br />

carefully. A charge may be made locally for entertainment and the use<br />

of some hotel facilities.<strong>The</strong>y are not necessarily included in the holiday<br />

price. Not all hotels provide entertainment, and the quality at those<br />

that do will vary.<br />

All sports and leisure activities are naturally subject to availability. <strong>The</strong><br />

hotel may have a system restricting the number of times and hours of<br />

use of certain facilities to ensure all customers can enjoy them.<br />

Whenever we are aware of this it is clearly stated. You may be<br />

required to pay a deposit for some sports or leisure facilities which will<br />

be refunded upon the return of the undamaged equipment. Some<br />

hotels may have additional conditions before refunding the deposit<br />

(e.g. not to exceed the time limit of usage). If applicable, guests will<br />

be informed on arrival.<br />

Age and height restrictions may be applied by the hotel for certain<br />

activities and facilities. <strong>The</strong>se are applied locally for the wellbeing of all<br />

customers and full details will be supplied when you arrive at your<br />

accommodation. For safety reasons some sports are not available to<br />

younger children or children without adult supervision.<br />

You should ensure all activities you wish to take part in are covered by<br />

your own holiday insurance. Some activities may be considered to be<br />

hazardous pursuits by some insurance companies.<br />

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IMPORTANT HOLIDAY INFORMATION<br />

YOUR<br />

ACCOMMODATION<br />

Accommodation can, at times, have a lively atmosphere, and facilities<br />

and entertainment may vary according to the mix and ages of guests in<br />

residence.<br />

OFFICIAL RATINGS & OUR RATINGS<br />

Ratings systems are an attempt to give a guide to the overall quality<br />

of properties. <strong>The</strong> official ratings are given by the authorities in the<br />

country, and do tend to give a fair impression of relative standards<br />

within that country. However, different countries have different<br />

standards, so don’t assume that a 3-star hotel in one country is<br />

equivalent to a 3-star hotel in another. Our universal ratings system is<br />

based on the views (at the time of publication) of managers both in<br />

the UK and overseas.<br />

NEILSON RATINGS<br />

We have compiled a rating system for Neilson. This is based on the<br />

particular characteristics of each property, taking into account their<br />

facilities, general atmosphere, plus the distances to resort facilities and<br />

ski area. Our rating system enables us to give a useful reflection of<br />

property types in all countries.<br />

<strong>The</strong> nature of these ratings is subjective. <strong>The</strong>y are compiled using the<br />

opinions of experienced Neilson employees in addition to a scoringbased<br />

system. Standards do vary, so you should not expect a •••<br />

rated property in Bulgaria to be of the same standard as a ••• rated<br />

property in Canada.<br />

Some of the accommodation featured in this brochure will enable<br />

competent skiers or boarders to do one of the above. Where this is<br />

possible the above logo will be featured. Please bear in mind, however,<br />

that we have only applied these logos where we are confident,<br />

combining normal snow conditions with past experience, that it is<br />

possible. Sadly, it cannot be guaranteed and Neilson cannot therefore<br />

accept responsibility if conditions or your ability preclude you from<br />

being able to do so.<br />

ACCOMMODATION & ROOM TYPES<br />

When we mention room types in our brochure, in most cases you can<br />

expect to receive a room similar to that described below. Please note<br />

however that whilst room categories in different hotels may have the<br />

same or similar names, the criteria for their classification is likely to<br />

differ, as these are the names the hotels use and they do not have<br />

standard definitions. We do not always sell all room types at all hotels.<br />

When you make a booking we will pass on the details of the room<br />

type you have selected to the hotelier, but it may not always be<br />

possible for them to provide a room type/configuration exactly as<br />

booked. <strong>The</strong> following sections provide some additional information<br />

on accommodation and room types.<br />

HOTELS AND HOTEL ROOMS<br />

<strong>The</strong> term ‘hotel’ is used to describe various types of accommodation<br />

and does not necessarily distinguish between local classifications such<br />

as ‘aparthotel’, ‘holiday village’, ‘holiday complex’. Hotel/Motel<br />

chains: sometimes hotels change the name of the chain through<br />

which they are marketed. If such a change occurs at your hotel you<br />

will only be advised if we believe it involves a significant change in<br />

facilities or standards.<br />

Room Information<br />

• Twin and Double Rooms - a ‘Twin’ is a room with two single beds and a<br />

‘Double’ is a room with a double bed. A double bed may be two single<br />

beds with double bedding.<br />

• Austrian Twin - <strong>The</strong> term ‘Austrian Twin’ is used to describe two<br />

separate mattresses and bed linen on one large bed frame with a<br />

common headboard.<br />

• Scandinavian Twin - Scandinavian twins refer to beds with two<br />

separate matresses and two separate bases sharing a common<br />

headboard - these can be made up as a double or two twins.<br />

• Single Rooms - a ‘Single’ or ‘Twin for sole use’ is a room with<br />

one or two single beds. Single rooms are often smaller and may not<br />

have the same facilities or be of the same general standard as<br />

normal twin rooms.<br />

• Rooms sleeping up to 4 people - some hotels have rooms that sleep up<br />

to 4 people. Room layout may consist of up to 4 separate beds or a<br />

combination of double, twin, camp beds, sofa beds or rollaway beds. In<br />

some hotels 3rd and 4th beds may be only suitable for a child, but in<br />

other hotels there may be a reduction available if 4 adults share the room<br />

(see price panel for details). Rooms for up to 4 persons may not be any<br />

larger than standard twin or double rooms so space is likely to be limited<br />

and the room may be cramped. Where rooms do accept extra beds,<br />

some hotels may require an additional local charge to be paid which can<br />

vary by destination, please ask for details when you book. In most cases<br />

extra beds for children are only suitable for children aged 12 and under.<br />

Though we will do our best to help, please note that we cannot<br />

guarantee the room configuration or type of beds that you will be<br />

provided with. Please note that if you book a multi-bedded room but<br />

your party is less than the number shown then the hotelier may allocate<br />

you a room with less beds when you check in.<br />

• Suites/Junior Suites: A Suite and Junior Suite usually contain a<br />

lounge/living area. A Suite is likely to contain a separate sleeping area<br />

whereas a Junior Suite the sleeping area may not be completely<br />

separate. Room layouts can vary by destination. Our descriptions of<br />

Suites/Junior Suites usually state the number of persons who can<br />

occupy the room type (e.g. 2-4 persons). If there are less than the<br />

maximum number of persons in your own party, the room type may<br />

contain less than the maximum number of beds.<br />

• Annexes - Annexe accommodation will not necessarily be attached<br />

to the main part of the hotel or apartments. This may mean guests<br />

must walk to and from the main building. Where rooms are located<br />

in an annexe, this is mentioned in the property description.<br />

• Meal service - Breakfast will be of the ‘continental’ type unless<br />

stated otherwise. In certain hotels, extended or “English” style<br />

breakfasts are available and may be at an extra charge. Many hotels<br />

are not necessarily used to catering for special diets, and therefore, if<br />

you have specific requirements, you may find that the choice is<br />

limited. This is particularly true of vegetarian meals. Vegetarians are<br />

advised to consider a self-catering or chalet holiday. If you are on<br />

half or full board it is possible that you may lose a meal due to your<br />

own particular flight times.<br />

• Baths may not always be full size and showers may not always have<br />

a shower tray or a curtain.<br />

• Local Functions - many hotels can be used for weddings,<br />

conventions or local celebrations, even the smaller ones. Hotels will<br />

always try to ensure that guests are not inconvenienced but some<br />

disturbances may occur.<br />

ACCOMMODATION LAYOUT<br />

Large hotel complexes may have low-rise wings or a number of<br />

accommodation blocks spread across large areas. <strong>The</strong>se may be<br />

separate from and a few minutes walk to the main reception and<br />

restaurant areas.<br />

VIEWS FROM A BALCONY/TERRACE<br />

If you would like a specific view, please be aware that rooms described<br />

as having a mountain or valley view may not have a full view because<br />

of trees or buildings blocking the view.<br />

STUDIOS AND APARTMENTS<br />

Studios - A ‘studio’ is one room living-come-sleeping<br />

accommodation, usually with divan/sofa beds, basic kitchen facilities<br />

(usually two cooking rings and a fridge) and a shower room.<br />

Apartments - An apartment is self-contained with one or more<br />

bedrooms with twin/double beds, basic kitchen facilities (usually two<br />

cooking rings and fridge) and shower room. One-bedroom<br />

apartments usually have a separate living area. Apartment descriptions<br />

indicate the number of adults who can occupy an apartment (e.g. 2-4<br />

persons). This will not always mean that at the time of your stay the<br />

apartment will contain the maximum number of beds, if there is less<br />

than the maximum number of people in your own party. Beds in the<br />

living area may be of the folding type or sofa beds.<br />

Cleaning - Is usually carried out prior to your arrival. No additional<br />

cleaning will take place during your stay. If you are staying in France<br />

Please refer to apartment description to see operator name which is applicable<br />

SERVICE INCLUDED OR<br />

AVAILABLE AT A<br />

SUPPLEMENT.<br />

SINGLE SUPPLEMENTS<br />

If a single person occupies a double room they will usually be asked<br />

to pay extra (a single supplement). Hotels price their rooms as<br />

doubles and they do not reduce the rates if they are occupied by a<br />

single person. <strong>The</strong> costs to the hotel of providing the room – heating,<br />

lighting, cleaning etc. are the same regardless of how many people<br />

occupy that room.<br />

Hotel design may mean that single rooms are smaller and may have<br />

different facilities to standard rooms. Single rooms are often smaller,<br />

may not have a balcony and may not be of the same general standard<br />

as normal twin rooms.<br />

While there is normally a supplement for these rooms the overall cost<br />

will usually be less than when a single person occupies a double<br />

room. <strong>The</strong> prices we charge reflect the costs of under occupancy of<br />

the rooms contracted to us by the hotel, we do not mark up these<br />

supplements.<br />

HOW MANY NIGHTS ARE SPENT<br />

IN YOUR ACCOMMODATION?<br />

Your check-in time and departure (check-out) time, is likely to be<br />

determined by the times of your flights. If you leave the UK on a night<br />

flight between 00:01 and 04:00 hours, the day of departure is<br />

deemed to be the previous day. In some cases, depending on your<br />

flight times, you may arrive at your accommodation in the early hours<br />

or during the morning. Your accommodation should be immediately<br />

available to you, and in this case this is classed as the first night of<br />

your holiday.<br />

If you leave the UK after 04:00hours, arriving in resort the same day,<br />

your accommodation will usually be available from 12noon (4pm in<br />

some areas).<br />

In all cases, delays may occur with check-in whilst your room is<br />

prepared for you.<br />

Guests are normally required to check-out of rooms at the<br />

internationally recognised time of 12 noon on the last day of the<br />

holiday. However, there are some areas where a 10am vacating time is<br />

operated. On occasions there may be several hours to wait before the<br />

departure of your flight home. In such cases a room may be made<br />

available for changing and storing luggage. Sometimes hotels will let<br />

you can pre-purchase a special service package available at a<br />

supplement. See Reservations system for details. Important: You<br />

must leave the apartment in the condition that you found it. Failure<br />

to do so will result in a cleaning charge being made by the relevant<br />

property management and deducted from your deposit.<br />

Cabine - Is generally a sleeping area that is not fully enclosed and<br />

therefore cannot be described as a complete bedroom. It often has<br />

bunk beds and no windows. Common in France.<br />

Linen charges - We try to ensure that bed linen is included in all<br />

apartment holidays offered in this brochure. However in certain<br />

apartments bed linen and towels are available as extras (i.e. not<br />

included in the basic holiday price). Where this is the case it will be<br />

stated in the individual descriptions and you may take your own.<br />

Please note that beds are not normally made up for your arrival<br />

unless stated.<br />

Extra pre-bookable n/a Comfort = ■ Comfort+ = ● Comfort+ = ▲ n/a<br />

services @ £22 per person @ £20 per person @ £22 per person<br />

Bed linen Included Included Included Included Included<br />

Bed linen charge No No No No No<br />

Beds made on arrival Included ■ ● ▲ No<br />

Towels Included Included ● ▲ No<br />

Extra set of towels No ■ ● No No<br />

Mid week towel change Available locally ■ No No No<br />

Towels for hire locally n/a n/a No Included Yes<br />

TV included Included Included Included No No<br />

TV’s for hire n/a n/a n/a £42 per week Yes<br />

End of stay cleaning Included Included ● ▲ No<br />

included (except kitchen<br />

& washing up)<br />

Mid-week clean Payable locally ■ No No No<br />

Cleaning kit Included Included ● £8 No<br />

Baby cot, linen & highchair Free if pre-booked £35 - includes baby £16 Free if pre-booked £27 - includes<br />

bath, changing mat,<br />

highchair & pushchair<br />

includes baby bath baby bath<br />

Please note that the charge is per person - not per apartment. <strong>The</strong> number of ‘service packages’ (ie Premium or Confort) pre-booked must be equal to<br />

the number of occupants in the apartment


you keep your room but they are entitled to make a charge. This is<br />

not normally possible with apartments. If you are on Half Board, Full<br />

Board or All Inclusive it is possible that you may lose a meal owing to<br />

your own particular flight times.<br />

ACCOMMODATION MAINTENANCE<br />

Certain accommodation featured in this brochure is operational all<br />

year round. From time to time it will be necessary for certain facilities<br />

to be withdrawn for general maintenance purposes. Water and<br />

electricity suppliers may be interrupted whilst this essential<br />

maintenance is undertaken.<br />

CLEANING<br />

<strong>The</strong> standard and frequency of cleaning and linen change can vary<br />

from resort to resort and property to property depending on general<br />

standards in resort and the rating of your accommodation.<br />

OTHER GUESTS<br />

We do not have exclusive use of all properties featured in this<br />

brochure. It is possible, therefore, that there may be guests from other<br />

countries and of mixed age groups at your accommodation. Many<br />

hotels we feature do operate corporate conference facilities and there<br />

may be occasions where business meetings are taking place during<br />

your stay.<br />

TV CHANNELS<br />

Many hotels we feature have satellite or cable TV shown in rooms, we<br />

recommend that you use the same care and supervision with children<br />

watching TV, as you would at home. Some channels may be of an<br />

adult nature. Where televisions are advertised we cannot guarantee<br />

the availability of English-speaking channels.<br />

NEILSON CHALETS<br />

AND LODGES<br />

THINGS TO NOTE<br />

• Smoking is not permitted inside any of these properties.<br />

• A limited reception service is provided, usually between 08.00<br />

and 09.30 and from 16.30 to 18.00. In addition to these times<br />

staff are on hand to provide assistance.<br />

• Room service is not available.<br />

Chalet Edelweiss, Alpe d’Huez<br />

IMPORTANT HOLIDAY INFORMATION<br />

• Lodges & Neilson-run hotels have their own bars. Local licensing<br />

laws prohibit the consumption of duty-free and bought-in alcohol<br />

in the public areas.<br />

• In Chalets footwear is to be indoor shoes or slippers only - so make<br />

sure you pack something comfortable.<br />

• Our lodges & Neilson-run hotels do not feature in local<br />

Tourist Office publications and are not subject to official<br />

classification. This is because they are generally leased by us for<br />

the entire season and generally run exclusively for our guests.<br />

CHILDREN IN CHALETS<br />

Children under 12 years old are welcome in all of our chalets but only<br />

when part of a group booking the whole chalet.<br />

Our experienced chalet hosts endeavour to provide balanced, healthy<br />

menus for younger guests, or simply smaller portions of what Mum<br />

and Dad are eating, it really is down to what your family would prefer<br />

and this goes for meal times too. Please Note: In chalets or cabins<br />

without 3 or 4 bedded rooms, we will allow one discounted child<br />

place in units with 8-13 beds, or two discounted child places in units<br />

with 14 beds or more. Children cannot receive a child discount in<br />

conjunction with free places. Discount applies to the basic holiday<br />

price only, all other supplements and charges still apply. Further<br />

information and booking conditions can be found on pages 383-384.<br />

Children of all ages are accepted in all Lodges & Neilson-run hotels on<br />

all dates.<br />

SPECIAL DIETARY REQUIREMENTS<br />

Our hosts also have the advantage of being flexible in their meal<br />

preparations. If you have any special dietary requirements, be it a<br />

vegetarian option or a special favourite for the kids, we will do our best<br />

(within reason!) to accommodate you (even if the dietary requirement<br />

is egg and chips!).<br />

CHALET SUPER SERVICE UPGRADE<br />

Groups wanting to really indulge themselves should consider our<br />

Chalet Super Service upgrade package which brings with it a whole<br />

host of extra meal and drink enhancements including:<br />

• Hearty cooked breakfasts • Daily snacks for the slopes • Vin chaud<br />

as well as a freshly baked cake and tea • Aperitifs and pre-dinner REVITALISE AND<br />

snacks • Four course evening meal • A selection of wines with dinner<br />

• Fresh coffee & mints after your evening meal. SPA CENTRES<br />

Our Super Service chalet upgrade is available as long as your<br />

ADMISSION & OPENING TIMES<br />

group takes the whole chalet. Prices are £55 per adult and £30<br />

for children.<br />

An admission fee may be payable, treatments cost extra.<br />

Generally opening hours are between 10:00 & 18:00 most days and<br />

close for lunch anywhere between the hours of 12:00 & 14:00. You<br />

are recommended to visit the centre the day after you arrive in<br />

resort to arrange convenient times for treatment(s).<br />

SPA RULES<br />

Many Centres stipulate some or all of the following:<br />

• Arrive with plenty of time before your treatment is due<br />

to start<br />

• Do not bring valuables, as management cannot be held<br />

responsible for loss or damage<br />

• Mobile telephones are not permitted<br />

• Where treatments involve water, guests are expected to bring<br />

their own swimwear<br />

• Certain treatments may include a medical consultation as part of<br />

the treatment; this is to ensure you do not suffer from any<br />

medical conditions that may be incompatible<br />

• Drink plenty of water before and after hot tub/sauna/<br />

steam room visits<br />

• Children under 18 are not usually accepted at spa centres<br />

HEALTH<br />

Although spa treatments are regarded as safe they are not always<br />

suitable for everyone. Conditions such as high blood pressure, poor<br />

circulation, deep vein thrombosis & heart disease may not be<br />

conducive to spa treatments. Similarly if you have recently had an<br />

operation, are pregnant or taking medication, you may not be able<br />

to have some treatments.<br />

We recommend you check with your GP if any of the above<br />

or similar applies and you wish to undergo spa treatments.<br />

NUDITY<br />

Please note that nudity is the norm in most saunas & steam rooms<br />

in Europe & Scandinavia and sometimes within the spa centre as a<br />

whole. Clothing/swimwear inhibits circulation & may overheat the<br />

skin in saunas etc & synthetic fabrics can breed bacteria; for this<br />

reason you may be requested to remove either your clothing or<br />

yourself from these facilities by concerned fellow users or staff.<br />

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IMPORTANT HOLIDAY INFORMATION<br />

BEFORE YOU GO<br />

HEALTH PRECAUTIONS<br />

Health facilities, hygiene and disease risks vary worldwide. You should<br />

take health advice about your specific needs as early as possible.<br />

Sources of information include the following websites: fco.gov.uk,<br />

www.hpa.org.uk and www.nathnac.org.uk, your General Practitioner<br />

or a specialist clinic.<br />

Whilst many Western European and North American destinations currently<br />

have no compulsory inoculation requirements, advice about destinations<br />

can change. Customers travelling to worldwide destinations are<br />

recommended to seek advice from the sources mentioned above and,<br />

where recommended, obtain vaccinations or tablets for protection.<br />

If you are visiting a European Union (EU) country you should obtain a<br />

European Health Insurance Card (EHIC) and take it with you when<br />

you travel. <strong>The</strong> EHIC can be obtained free of charge by completing an<br />

application form available from main Post Offices and from<br />

www.dh.gov.uk/travellers. Please note, the EHIC is in addition to<br />

<strong>Travel</strong> Insurance, not instead of it.<br />

TRAVEL ADVICE<br />

<strong>The</strong> Foreign and Commonwealth <strong>Travel</strong> Advice Unit issues and<br />

frequently updates advice for those travelling outside the UK. <strong>The</strong><br />

advice includes general warnings and specific information for the<br />

benefit of travellers. Ask your travel agent for details of any current<br />

advice for the country or countries which you plan to visit when you<br />

book your holiday. You are also advised to check this information<br />

before you go by accessing the latest <strong>Travel</strong> Advice on<br />

www.fco.gov.uk, alternatively e-mail<br />

traveladvicepublicenquiries@fco.gov.uk or telephone the Foreign<br />

Office <strong>Travel</strong> Advice Unit on 0845 850 2829.<br />

DISABLED TRAVELLERS<br />

<strong>The</strong> majority of overseas accommodation, overseas transport<br />

(including transfers) and other holiday services provided overseas are<br />

not equipped to cater for the needs of many disabled holidaymakers.<br />

Furthermore the natural terrain and the layout of some resorts can<br />

sometimes make life difficult for wheelchair users.<br />

It is therefore important, if you have any disability, that the<br />

appropriate enquiries are made about the suitability of particular<br />

accommodation, resorts, transport and services, and that you are fully<br />

satisfied you have made the correct choice before you book and<br />

confirm your holiday. Please note: if special arrangements need to be<br />

made for you an extra charge may have to be levied. We cannot be<br />

held responsible if you fail to tell us about special needs/requirements<br />

that will affect your holiday experience and this means we will not<br />

compensate you.<br />

If you require help/assistance on your flight or at your departure<br />

airport, please inform us at the earliest opportunity. We will pass on<br />

your requirements to the relevant airport / airline.<br />

For customers who require support or advice prior to booking, ask<br />

your travel agent to contact us, or if you have booked direct please<br />

contact our Special Needs Team on 0800 107 3409. This is a<br />

dedicated number for special needs enquiries and we are unable to<br />

transfer calls to other departments.<br />

PASSPORTS & VISAS<br />

<strong>The</strong> following information applies to British Citizen’s holding a UK<br />

passport issued in the UK. Non-British Citizen passport holders or<br />

British Citizens holding a UK Passport issued abroad or holders of<br />

British Subject Passports should contact the appropriate consulate or<br />

embassy for clarification.<br />

Please note, both passport and visa regulations can change and you<br />

should therefore check with your travel agent or the relevant embassy<br />

well in advance of travel. It can often take some time to obtain a visa,<br />

so you are advised to apply in plenty of time.<br />

Your responsibility: It is the responsibility of passengers to ensure they<br />

have valid, acceptable passports and any required visa or any other<br />

documentation for the travel they are to undertake - you must be able<br />

to meet the entry requirements for both your final destinations and<br />

any stop-off points en-route. Passengers without the correct<br />

documentation may be refused carriage by the airline or entry into any<br />

country. Where entry is refused, fines or other financial penalty will be<br />

imposed on or by the airline and the passenger(s) concerned will be<br />

required to immediately return to their country of departure. Any<br />

passenger who travels without the required passport/visa/other<br />

documentation is solely responsible for and must immediately pay all<br />

fines, surcharges, other financial penalty, costs (including the cost of<br />

their immediate return flight) and any other sums of any description<br />

which are incurred or imposed by the airline or incurred by ourselves.<br />

This will be the case regardless of whether the lack of correct<br />

documentation is spotted at the departure airport. We can accept no<br />

liability in this situation and no compensation, expenses, refund or<br />

other sum will be paid.<br />

Validity: A valid passport is essential when you travel abroad. Although<br />

your passport has been issued for 10 years (5 years for children) you<br />

should note that some overseas countries have an immigration<br />

requirement for a passport to remain valid for a minimum period after the<br />

date of entry to that country (typically 6 months). If your passport is in its<br />

final year of validity, you are advised to check the requirements of the<br />

destination before you make your final travel plans.<br />

HOW TO CONTACT THE PASSPORT SERVICE<br />

General passport enquiries should be directed to the Identity and<br />

Passport Service. Please visit their website: www.ips.gov.uk or telephone:<br />

0870 521 0410.<br />

Apply early: If you need to apply for a passport or renew an expired<br />

passport, you should do so well in advance of travel and at least four<br />

weeks before. (If you are 16 or over and have never had a passport in<br />

your own name, you should apply for one at least six weeks before your<br />

holiday. <strong>The</strong> UK passport service has to confirm your identity before<br />

issuing your first passport and will ask you to attend an interview in<br />

order to protect your identity). Visit www.ips.gov.uk<br />

TRAVELLING TO AUSTRIA WITH CHILDREN<br />

Single parents or other adults travelling to Austria alone with children<br />

should be aware that Austria requires documentary evidence of parental<br />

responsibility (e.g. consent letter) before allowing lone parents / adults<br />

to enter, or, in some cases, to leave the country with children. UK &<br />

Austrian authorities recommend carrying a letter of consent<br />

(downloadable form the British Embassy at ukinaustria.fco.gov.uk) as a<br />

precautionary measure. For further information please contact the<br />

Austrian Embassy.<br />

CURRENCY & MONEY<br />

We recommend the purchase of travellers cheques for the bulk of your<br />

holiday money, with a small amount of local currency for initial sundry<br />

items. Major credit cards are also widely accepted in most of the<br />

destinations in this brochure. In some cases local currencies may have<br />

to be purchased after arrival or there may be restrictions on the<br />

amount you are permitted to buy in advance. We suggest you contact<br />

your <strong>Travel</strong> Agent for details.<br />

IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR ALL<br />

PASSENGERS TRAVELLING TO THE USA<br />

Please read all sections carefully to ensure you comply with US entry<br />

requirements:<br />

USA - Advanced Passenger Information System (APIS)<br />

Tour Operators and Airlines are required to provide details of the full<br />

address of your destination accommodation and country of residence<br />

and from 2009 the name on your passport, your date of birth and<br />

passport number to the U.S authorities. This is in addition to the<br />

application you must make as part of the Visa Waiver Programme<br />

(VWP) for authorisation to travel under ESTA (the Electronic System for<br />

<strong>Travel</strong> Authorisation) – see below ‘USA – <strong>Travel</strong> Authorisation (ESTA)<br />

and Visa Waiver Programme’. It is important the information<br />

collected by tour operators and airlines as part of APIS is the same as<br />

the information you have submitted under ESTA as any differences<br />

may delay or prevent your entry to the USA.<br />

USA - Passports<br />

British passport holders travelling to the USA (or via the USA) are<br />

required to have either individual machine-readable passports or<br />

biometric passports. (If you need to check your passport we<br />

recommend you contact the UK Passport Office). Families will be<br />

required to obtain individual passports for each traveller including all<br />

children.<br />

USA – Visa Waiver Programme (VWP)<br />

If you have a machine readable or Biometric passport you should be able<br />

to qualify for travel (of up to 90 days) without a visa, under the Visa<br />

Waiver Programme (VWP). That is, provided no one in your party has<br />

ever been arrested (even if not convicted), or if suffering from a serious<br />

communicable disease (visit: www.usembassy.org.uk for details of all<br />

restrictions). For passengers holding a non-British Passport, or, if you are<br />

unsure whether you qualify for travel under the VWP please consult the<br />

Identity & Passport Service or US Embassy. For travellers who qualify for<br />

travel under the VWP, see important details on obtaining travel<br />

authorisation below.<br />

USA – <strong>Travel</strong> Authorisation (ESTA)<br />

US Customs & Border Control have introduced an Electronic System for<br />

<strong>Travel</strong> Authorisation (ESTA). <strong>The</strong> system is web based only and requires<br />

all passengers (including infants) travelling via or to the USA to apply for<br />

authority to travel a minimum of 72 hours prior to travel. Effective from<br />

12 January 2009 ESTA is compulsory. You may be denied boarding or<br />

refused entry to the US if you have not registered and obtained<br />

authorisation. To apply visit https://esta.cbp.dhs.gov. It is very<br />

important that you complete your ESTA application using the exact<br />

address as displayed on the documentation you receive from your<br />

Airline/Operator. (If you have booked a flight only or the address of your<br />

accommodation is confirmed on arrival, please use our resort office<br />

address as stated on your holiday invoice/tickets). Your Airline or Tour<br />

Operator will be providing accommodation details for all passengers to<br />

the U.S immigration authorities after you have departed to the U.S. If<br />

there are any differences between the Tour Operator/Airline information<br />

compared to what you have written on your waiver form you may be<br />

denied entry into the USA. We recommend that you carry your ESTA<br />

approval with you when you travel. For additional information on travel<br />

to the US visit http://www.usembassy.org.uk.


YOUR SAFETY<br />

& WELLBEING<br />

ON HOLIDAY<br />

Your health and safety is of paramount concern to us, especially if<br />

children are involved. In addition to monitoring the hygiene and<br />

safety standards in all the hotel and apartments that we use, it is<br />

appropriate that we bring to your attention the need for you to be<br />

careful and to take necessary precautions whilst overseas and we need<br />

your help and cooperation with this. We would ask you to pay close<br />

attention to the following information, together with any other<br />

information we, our agents or suppliers, provide to you before you<br />

go, during your flight and when you arrive in your destination and at<br />

your hotel. It is most important that you familiarise yourself with this<br />

information and any other information you are given or on display,<br />

because not only do we want you to have a great holiday but we<br />

want you to have a safe holiday.<br />

Swimming pools and water features: some of our hotels and<br />

apartments welcome local people and other holidaymakers not<br />

residing at the property to use the swimming pool and facilities within<br />

the accommodation. This can lead to pool areas becoming busy at<br />

times, for example sunbathing space and available sunloungers may<br />

become limited. Please make use of the pool shower facilities before<br />

swimming - this helps to prevent any potential infections and helps to<br />

keep the pool clean.<br />

Every pool is different and most hotels / apartments do not employ<br />

life guards, so you are strongly recommended to familiarise yourself<br />

with the pool layout, identifying the deep and shallow ends before<br />

using. Do not use the pool after dark or when the pool is closed, even<br />

if the pool has underwater lights. You should never swim when you<br />

have been drinking alcohol. Whilst some of our hotels and apartments<br />

have water features, such as slides or flumes, which may appear in our<br />

photography, generally we do not recommend these are used. It is<br />

possible such features may have been replaced or removed since the<br />

photography was taken.<br />

Overseas Safety Standards: Although the accommodation featured<br />

does operate to its own country’s standards, regrettably the safety<br />

standards and regulations overseas may not be of the same level that<br />

we enjoy in the UK. For instance, the design and height of balconies<br />

may differ. <strong>The</strong> setting and enforcement of local regulations is a<br />

matter for the Authorities of the country and the foreign supplier of<br />

the services concerned. We are working with hoteliers to improve<br />

standards wherever possible. You should familiarise yourself with fire<br />

procedures, including emergency exits in your accommodation, the<br />

swimming pool(s) area and any unfamiliar cooking appliances. If in<br />

doubt, ask your representative or an appropriate member of staff.<br />

Children: Children must be supervised by you at all times, especially<br />

near water, on balconies or in unfamiliar buildings and surroundings.<br />

Stomach Upsets: It is still a relatively common occurrence to suffer<br />

gastric illness when travelling abroad and being exposed to a different<br />

environment. <strong>The</strong>re are many ways you can reduce the possibility of<br />

being affected, such as, not eating undercooked food, avoiding ice in<br />

drinks, ensuring you drink plenty of bottled water and avoid over<br />

exposure to cold winds and sun.<br />

Out and About: Due to rough terrain, uneven surfaces and ice, we<br />

recommend that you are extra careful and vigilant when visiting sites<br />

of interest and crossing roads. Crimes against people and property are<br />

a fact of life throughout the world and you have the same<br />

responsibility for your own safety as you do at home. In some places<br />

the local police may not be very cooperative or interested when you<br />

report a theft or need insurance confirmation so always take care of<br />

your property.<br />

IMPORTANT HOLIDAY INFORMATION<br />

YOUR RESORT<br />

OUR SERVICE<br />

We are proud that our Representatives are the best in the business.<br />

<strong>The</strong>y are thoroughly trained in making sure that you have a great<br />

holiday, added to which they are local experts and their knowledge is<br />

at your disposal.<br />

<strong>The</strong>y make frequent visits to our hotels and apartments at regular<br />

times, and will be at most properties for some period every day of the<br />

week. Our staff are also trained to know when they are not wanted –<br />

so if you want to do your own thing while you’re on holiday they’ll be<br />

perfectly happy to leave you alone.<br />

Our Representatives are always on hand to help sort out any particular<br />

problem whilst on holiday. If you have a complaint they will need to<br />

know about it and will do their best to solve the problem on the spot<br />

and minimise any inconvenience. This will also help us to improve the<br />

holiday experience for all our customers.<br />

<strong>The</strong>re may be times when your Representative is unable to solve a<br />

particular problem immediately. While appreciating that this may be<br />

upsetting for customers, we do expect our customers to behave in a<br />

reasonable manner towards our staff. Consequently, should any<br />

customer act in a threatening or intimidatory manner towards our staff,<br />

we shall have no hesitation in taking appropriate legal measures.<br />

RESORTS<br />

In low season, resorts can be quiet with some facilities in limited supply,<br />

whereas in high season the resort is sure to be full, with facilities in full<br />

swing. However, there may be occasions where hoteliers or providers of<br />

services withdraw a facility temporarily or otherwise due to lack of<br />

demand, especially at the start and end of season.<br />

RESORT DEVELOPMENT<br />

Some of the destinations in this brochure are still being developed and<br />

even in more established resorts there is often a possibility of building<br />

work taking place. If in our opinion this is likely to affect your booked<br />

accommodation, we will tell you at the time of booking or, if you have<br />

already booked, you will be contacted before departure if there is time.<br />

Please refer to the Booking Conditions, section ‘Circumstances beyond<br />

our control’ for more information.<br />

LOCAL INFORMATION<br />

Please note that areas surrounding your holiday accommodation do not<br />

form part of your package holiday and have not been inspected. <strong>The</strong>se<br />

include for example the pistes, roads and mountains. You are responsible<br />

for taking reasonable care for your own safety and the safety of your<br />

party. Local events, religious festivities and public holidays are likely to<br />

influence the provision of services and facilities within the hotels and<br />

around holiday resorts at certain times.<br />

SPORTING ACTIVITIES IN RESORTS<br />

We refer to a number of activities within the brochure, these are<br />

neither owned or operated by us and we cannot guarantee that they<br />

are maintained or operated with the customer's safety in mind. We<br />

would ask that you take all reasonable precautions to protect yourself<br />

and your party whilst on holiday and would recommend that you only<br />

use companies who demonstrate good safety practices. You should<br />

ensure activities you wish to take part in are covered by your own<br />

holiday insurance. Some activities may be considered to be hazardous<br />

pursuits by some insurance companies.<br />

SMOKING<br />

Restrictive legislation against smoking in public places is becoming<br />

increasingly common in destinations worldwide. You may find your<br />

holiday resort operates enforced smoking restrictions in areas<br />

including, but not limited to, enclosed public areas such as bars, pubs<br />

and restaurants. Fines may be imposed for breaching regulations. To<br />

find out more visit the FCO website www.fco.gov.uk<br />

DRIVING<br />

Laws, licensing requirements and age limits vary throughout the<br />

world. We recommend you check with your travel agent, or the<br />

relevant embassy or consulate.<br />

GENERAL<br />

INFORMATION<br />

ABTA - THE TRAVEL ASSOCIATION<br />

Thomas Cook Tour Operations Ltd is a member of ABTA with<br />

membership numbers V6896. ABTA and ABTA members help<br />

holidaymakers to get the most from their travel and assist them when<br />

things do not go according to plan. We are obliged to maintain a<br />

high standard of service to you by ABTA’s Code of Conduct. For<br />

further information about ABTA, the Code of Conduct and the<br />

arbitration scheme available to you if you have a complaint, contact<br />

ABTA, 68-71 Newman Street London W1T 3AH Tel: 020 7637 2444 or<br />

look at the website: www.abta.com.<br />

DATA PROTECTION<br />

To comply with the Data Protection Act we would like to advise you<br />

that in order to provide you with the products or services you require,<br />

the personal information you supply to us will be passed to relevant<br />

trusted partners or suppliers. This may involve sending your details to<br />

countries that do not have an equal level of privacy legislation to that<br />

in the UK. Your details may also be used for improving our customer<br />

service, analysis and occasionally, for the prevention of crime.<br />

We may also occasionally contact you by post or telephone to update you<br />

about great offers, products and services from Thomas Cook group<br />

companies and carefully selected third parties. Should you not wish to<br />

receive such information, please advise one of our sales consultants.<br />

EARLY AND LATE SEASON/PEAK DATES<br />

During local or national holidays abroad, you may find facilities like ski<br />

schools & shops are closed or have limited opening / operating hours. If<br />

visiting a specific place is important to you, call your destination’s local<br />

tourist office direct. You may find certain facilities, such as restaurants or<br />

nightclubs, closed during your stay, perhaps for redecoration. <strong>The</strong>se<br />

closures may affect facilities in your accommodation as well as in the<br />

resort, especially early and late in the season. At the beginning and end of<br />

the season some ski lifts may not be open and ski and public bus services<br />

may not be fully functional. If you are free to travel at any time and not<br />

tied to school holidays we would recommend that you avoid peak dates<br />

such as half term as many resorts are extremely busy.<br />

PHOTOGRAPHY<br />

Some of the atmospheric photography shown in conjunction with<br />

particular accommodation and resorts advertised in this brochure (e.g.<br />

kids playing in the snow or close-up in a pool) was shot on location<br />

and not at the accommodation or resort concerned.<br />

TELEPHONE CALLS<br />

To ensure we consistently deliver excellent customer service,<br />

telephone calls to Thomas Cook’s UK offices may be recorded.<br />

YOUR FINANCIAL PROTECTION<br />

When you buy an ATOL protected air package or flight from us you<br />

will receive a confirmation invoice from us (or via our authorised<br />

agent through which you booked) confirming your arrangements and<br />

your protection under our Air <strong>Travel</strong> Organiser’s Licence number<br />

1179. In the unlikely event of our insolvency, the CAA will ensure that<br />

you are not stranded abroad and will arrange to refund any money<br />

you have paid to us for an advance booking. For further information<br />

visit the ATOL website at www.atol.org.uk.<br />

<strong>The</strong> price of your holiday includes the amount of £1 per person as<br />

part of the ATOL Protection Contribution (APC) we pay to the CAA.<br />

This charge is included in our advertised prices but will be shown<br />

separately on your confirmation invoice.<br />

Where you book a package holiday from our brochure/website which<br />

does not include a flight, we provide security by way of a bond held<br />

by ABTA. If you book arrangements other than a package holiday or a<br />

flight from us, the financial protection above does not apply.<br />

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IMPORTANT HOLIDAY INFORMATION<br />

TRAVEL INFORMATION<br />

All holidays<br />

<strong>The</strong> timings shown in this brochure are for guidance and will be<br />

submitted for approval by UK and overseas scheduling committees.<br />

<strong>The</strong>y are therefore subject to alteration and confirmation. <strong>The</strong> Neilson<br />

reservation system will show the latest advised times. Your<br />

Confirmation/Invoice will show up-to-date timings and we will advise<br />

you of any subsequent major change.<br />

<strong>The</strong> latest schedule will be provided on your tickets and you should<br />

check these as soon as they are received.<br />

Transfer times<br />

Timings quoted on resort information pages are approximate and may<br />

be substantially longer, especially during local school holidays, spring<br />

breaks or poor weather conditions.<br />

FLYING WITH THOMAS COOK AIRLINES<br />

Providing you with the ultimate in flexibility, Thomas Cook Airlines<br />

are able to offer a number of pre-bookable flight services, which<br />

should be booked no later than 7 days prior to departure. (If you<br />

are not flying with Thomas Cook Airlines, please contact your<br />

airline direct or consult with your <strong>Travel</strong> Agent).<br />

Seating<br />

As the airlines allocate the seating on their planes, we recommend<br />

that you check in early if you would like a specific seat or to sit<br />

together.<br />

Seats Together: You can reserve seats together on Thomas Cook<br />

Airlines flights and on selected other charter airline flights at the<br />

time of booking for charges of up to £20 per person. We will aim<br />

to sit parties together, side by side. However, in some<br />

circumstances, depending on the size of the group and/or<br />

configuration of the aircraft, sitting together could be either side of<br />

the aisle or directly behind one another.<br />

Seat Number: You can also pre-book your seat number on<br />

selected Thomas Cook Airlines flights. You must first reserve your<br />

seats together (with the tour operator) or extra leg room seats<br />

(with our Customer Service & Sales Team) as explained above.<br />

<strong>The</strong>n, you can select your seat number at a cost of £10 return per<br />

seat, by contacting Thomas Cook Airlines on 0844 855 0515, or<br />

your travel agent.<br />

Dietary requirement meals/snacks<br />

Thomas Cook Airlines can offer a range of meal options, including<br />

children’s, vegetarian, vegan, diabetic and gluten-free. Please<br />

reserve at the time of booking. (Within 10 days of departure you<br />

need to call us, no later than 7 days prior to departure).<br />

Celebrating?<br />

If you are celebrating a birthday, or other special occasion, you can<br />

pre-order Champagne at a charge.<br />

Helping hand?<br />

If you require assistance on a flight please make your request at<br />

time of booking.<br />

Thomas Cook Airlines UK Ltd cannot guarantee to have a peanutfree<br />

environment onboard an aircraft and is not able to change or<br />

modify the cabin environment by individual passenger request.<br />

Non-Thomas Cook Airline flights<br />

If you are not travelling on a Thomas Cook Airlines flight, the services<br />

may vary between airlines. Please check with your travel agent for<br />

details of the services aboard other flights.<br />

Please also note however that the flight information shown in our<br />

brochure may change after publication. Occasionally it is necessary<br />

to change the airline used which may mean a flight shown as being<br />

operated by Thomas Cook Airlines is substituted by another airline. In<br />

the unlikely event this happens, we regret the same services cannot<br />

be offered on other non-Thomas Cook flights, either by ourselves or<br />

the airline you fly with and you will not be entitled to any<br />

compensation. If you have paid a supplement for an upgraded<br />

service, this will be refunded.<br />

ALL FLIGHTS<br />

Long haul flights: Time differences from the UK to North America mean<br />

that your flight will arrive up to 6 or 10 hours behind UK time. Also,<br />

flights to the West often arrive back in the UK, the day after they depart.<br />

For example: a flight departing from Calgary on a Saturday afternoon,<br />

arrives in the UK on the Sunday morning. Please bear this in mind when<br />

looking at flight times on the flight pages. Any long haul flight is a tiring<br />

experience, although there are steps you can take to make your journey<br />

more pleasant, such as drinking plenty of water and wearing<br />

comfortable clothes. For heightened in-flight comfort, you could take a<br />

Premium Cabin upgrade, which are available on certain flights, please<br />

refer to page 345 for full details.<br />

Carriage of infants (0-24 months)<br />

Infants must be over 6 weeks (2 weeks with Thomas Cook Airlines) to<br />

travel by air and must either sit on an adults lap or occupy a car seat<br />

(infants must be at least 6 months to occupy a car seat). If choosing<br />

to sit the infant on an adults lap, please see Child Price Conditions<br />

(Your Holiday Price section) for prices. If choosing to occupy a car<br />

seat, we recommend you contact the relevant airline for regulations<br />

for the car seat. Customers choosing this option will need to book a<br />

flight seat for the infant. <strong>The</strong> price of a seat for an infant will usually<br />

be the adult seat only price (but there may be discounts available). It<br />

is an airline regulation that children aged 2 or over must occupy a<br />

seat. Children aged 2 or over on the RETURN flight must pay the<br />

appropriate child price of the holiday.<br />

Carriage of unaccompanied minors (under 16 years)<br />

Thomas Cook Airlines will not accept children under the age of 16<br />

years unless accompanied by an adult. Other airlines we use have<br />

similar restrictions, it is your responsibility to make appropriate<br />

enquiries with the airline direct before making a booking.<br />

FLIGHT SUPPLEMENTS<br />

<strong>The</strong>se are based on a variety of factors. For Charter flights, these are<br />

influenced by departure point, time and/or date of departure and/or<br />

services onboard. <strong>The</strong> flights and flight supplements we show in our flight<br />

pages are based on our intended flying programme planned many months<br />

in advance of the flights operating. We recommend booking early to<br />

secure the flight and flight supplements shown as we may have to vary our<br />

supplements according to the demand for our holidays. Each flight in our<br />

flight grid has its own individual 'flight code' and we promise that the<br />

supplement when you book that flight will not exceed the supplements<br />

stated in the grid by more than £100 per person. Please note, to ensure we<br />

can offer you the best choice of flights at the most popular times of the<br />

year, we may put additional flights on sale under different flight codes not<br />

shown in the flight grid. We cannot guarantee these additional flights will<br />

not incur higher flight supplements (occasionally above £100 per person)<br />

and details of these supplements will be advised by your travel agent at the<br />

time of booking or shown on our website. Important note: We reserve the<br />

right to change flight supplements or add additional flights from time to<br />

time on all routes offered. Flight supplements can go up or down.<br />

BEFORE YOU GO<br />

Passengers travelling with reduced mobility - Making your<br />

booking<br />

If you or a member of your party has reduced mobility we strongly<br />

advise that you contact us directly or your travel agent before making<br />

your reservation. This will enable your travel agent to confirm with us<br />

or the airline the availability of any assistance requirements prior to<br />

booking, as any changes made after booking will be subject to our<br />

standard change fees.<br />

People needing assistance at the airport<br />

If you are a wheelchair user or have reduced mobility, your travel<br />

agent will need to contact us prior to booking, to request assistance<br />

service at airports. If you are booking direct with us call 0800 107<br />

3409* If you do not request this in advance we cannot guarantee that<br />

this service will be available, as there is a limit on the number of<br />

passengers with reduced mobility and the number of wheelchairs we<br />

are able to assist on the day with no pre-notification. <strong>The</strong> airport will<br />

signpost designated points for passengers with reduced mobility.<br />

Wheelchair users<br />

If you have your own wheelchair, this will be carried free of charge in<br />

addition to your normal baggage allowance. Since a wheelchair is<br />

carried in the hold and collected in the baggage reclaim area, we<br />

advise that it is adequately insured against loss or damage since the<br />

airline liability is limited. Electronically powered wheelchairs will be<br />

accepted for travel, providing that the general conditions for their<br />

carriage, as outlined in the IATA Dangerous Goods Regulations, are<br />

met. <strong>The</strong>se relate to the batteries used to power wheelchairs. Since<br />

the batteries will remain attached to the wheelchair, it is important<br />

that the wheelchair can be easily stored in an upright position when<br />

collapsed for carriage. Batteries must be disconnected and the battery<br />

terminals insulated to prevent accidental shorting.<br />

Accompanying companion for reduced mobility passengers<br />

A carer must travel with any passenger who does not meet the DFT<br />

(Department for Transport) code of practice definition of self reliance.<br />

In establishing whether someone is “self-reliant” please refer to the<br />

DFT code of practice. If you are not self-reliant (capable of taking care<br />

of all your physical needs independently in-flight) a carer is required<br />

for travel to take care of these needs. <strong>The</strong> carer must purchase a ticket<br />

at the same time. A carer can travel with a maximum of 2 passengers<br />

requiring additional assistance as outlined above.Due to CAA (Civil<br />

Aviation Authority) regulations, any persons with reduced mobility or<br />

any physical disability or intellectual impairment cannot be allocated<br />

seats adjacent to the emergency exits.<br />

Visually impaired passengers<br />

If you or a member of your party are blind or visually impaired you<br />

should contact your travel agent (or if booking direct call us on 0800<br />

1073409* to make your booking). Most airlines are able to carry<br />

guide dogs on many routes and we will check full details with the<br />

airline.<br />

*<strong>The</strong> dedicated number shown is for special needs enquiries and we<br />

are unable to transfer calls to other departments. If you are booking<br />

or have booked through a travel agent, please contact your travel<br />

agent in the first instance.


AT THE AIRPORT<br />

<strong>SKI</strong> & <strong>SNOWBOARD</strong> CARRIAGE<br />

Carriage of ski’s and snowboards is strictly limited on charter flights.<br />

If you wish to take skis or boards with you, space must be reserved<br />

for them at the time of making your holiday booking.<br />

For each pair of skis, each snowboard there will be a charge of £15<br />

added to your holiday invoice (max 10kgs per £15 charge paid).<br />

<strong>The</strong> combined weight of baggage & equipment must not exceed<br />

25kgs - or excess airline charges will apply. Passengers who prebook<br />

carriage of their skis are guaranteed that in the event they are<br />

off loaded, the booking fee will be refunded and the skis forwarded<br />

to your resort at no extra cost. Should this not be practical, quality<br />

skis will be provided in resort for the intervening period (one set per<br />

fee paid).<br />

Late bookers will be able to purchase vouchers costing £20 from<br />

Neilson UK airport representatives, subject to space being available<br />

on their flight. Important note: You are responsible for the airport<br />

storage and costs of equipments refused passage due to failure to<br />

pre-book aircraft space for your skis or boards. Please note: On<br />

scheduled flights, skis count towards your total baggage allowance.<br />

Check-in<br />

<strong>The</strong> following information is designed to help you complete the<br />

airport check-in process as quickly as possible.<br />

If you fail to check in on time, the airline is entitled to refuse to allow<br />

you to board the flight. We cannot accept responsibility if such a<br />

situation arises and, whilst we endeavour to assist in making<br />

alternative travel arrangements to your resort, any cost or loss<br />

incurred as a result will be your responsibility.<br />

If you fail to check in at all for your flight from the UK, we retain the<br />

right to cancel any other arrangements you have booked with us and<br />

you will be unable to use your return flight to the UK. No refund can<br />

be made for any unused arrangements.<br />

When you arrive at the check-in desk for your flight, you will be asked<br />

for your ticket, passport and baggage. If travelling in a group, please<br />

make sure all members of your party are at the desk. Once you have<br />

checked in, you can move through to the departure lounge where<br />

you will find further information, including your departure gate<br />

number.<br />

Important notice: You must check-in at least 2 hours prior to<br />

departure, failure to do so could result in you being denied travel.<br />

Remember no calls will be made for your flight so please make<br />

sure that you are at the departure gate no later than 45 minutes<br />

before your departure time. Passengers that are refused travel will be<br />

responsible for arranging alternative transportation at their<br />

own expense.<br />

Airline regulations permit the in-flight consumption of alcohol<br />

purchased from the on-board bar service only.<br />

Security: Please keep your luggage with you at all times. Never carry<br />

packages or presents for anyone else. Unattended luggage will be<br />

removed and destroyed.<br />

Emergency Exit seats: Please note, for safety reasons we are unable<br />

to allocate seats on emergency exit rows, to either disabled<br />

passengers or children.<br />

Pregnancy: Regulations vary from airline to airline, but some will refuse<br />

to carry women who will be 28 weeks or more pregnant on the date of<br />

return travel. If you are in doubt, please check with the airline concerned.<br />

We recommend that you also consult your own doctor.<br />

Fitness to fly: You may need permission to fly from your doctor if you<br />

suffer from certain medical conditions, which may mean you also<br />

require assistance from the airline. Should you have any concerns<br />

about your fitness to fly and you are flying with Thomas Cook Airlines<br />

please contact 0844 855 0515.<br />

Baggage delays: Although handling arrangements at UK departure<br />

points are excellent, there are occasions when your baggage may be<br />

delayed. However, if the recommended insurance is taken, you are<br />

covered for emergency purchases.<br />

Hand Baggage: <strong>The</strong> check-in agent at the airport will ask you to<br />

show your hand baggage. Only one item of hand baggage is<br />

permitted. This should not be over 5kg in weight or bigger than<br />

17 x 11 x 9 inches in size. <strong>The</strong> low dose X-Ray machines used at UK<br />

airports to examine hand luggage will not affect photographic film.<br />

Hold baggage is subject to a higher dose X-Ray inspection and we<br />

suggest therefore that you pack your film in your hand luggage. Items<br />

such as knives, scissors, tweezers and laser pointers may not be carried<br />

as hand luggage. <strong>The</strong>se should be carried as hold baggage only. Any<br />

such items or sharp objects will be confiscated if packed in your hand<br />

luggage.<br />

IMPORTANT HOLIDAY INFORMATION<br />

Hold Baggage: Your hold baggage must not exceed the stated<br />

allowance on your ticket. A charge will be made if the stated allowance is<br />

exceeded. Baggage allowances range from 15kg upto 25kg. Individual<br />

items of luggage must not exceed 30kg for lifting purposes.<br />

Medical Equipment: If you are carrying medical/mobility equipment,<br />

you must ensure that you have adequate insurance to cover the items<br />

for possible loss or damage.<br />

Valuables: Please remember to pack any valuables including money,<br />

credit cards, jewellery, keys and camera equipment in your hand<br />

luggage and not in your suitcase.<br />

In flight safety<br />

Safety: the safety and welfare of passengers is of paramount<br />

importance. While we wish to create a genuine holiday mood, we will<br />

deny boarding or impose additional conditions of carriage on any<br />

passenger who:<br />

• is intoxicated and or disruptive.<br />

• found to be smoking on board our aircraft.<br />

• makes an inappropriate remark. Inappropriate remarks are<br />

considered as any comment or statement made by a person,<br />

which indicates they may be carrying a bomb (or other such<br />

explosive device), a firearm or weapon regardless of that person’s<br />

intent or reason for making the comment or statement.<br />

Although we want you to start and end your holiday on a high note,<br />

please make sure that you keep any drinking to a minimum before the<br />

departure of your flight. We will deny boarding to any passenger who<br />

appears to be intoxicated or whose behaviour we consider to be<br />

disruptive. Passengers that are refused travel will be responsible for<br />

arranging alternative transportation at their own expense.<br />

We realise that some larger passengers, due to their size, often find<br />

that aircraft seat width is insufficient for their needs. For your own<br />

safety and comfort and that of other passengers, you must advise us<br />

or your travel agent at the time of booking if you know or are unsure<br />

as to whether the seat size on the aircraft will be sufficient for your<br />

needs. If you do require additional space, then subject to availability,<br />

you can purchase more than one seat located side by side or if you<br />

prefer, a wider seat in an upgraded class (where applicable). We regret<br />

however, that due to additional costs incurred by us, you will have to<br />

pay the full cost of all seats required by you, plus any upgrade<br />

supplement per seat. If you are purchasing extra seats due to your<br />

size, please contact us or your travel agent.<br />

Smoking: please note that whatever airline you fly with, all UK airlines<br />

have a strict no-smoking policy throughout the aircraft.<br />

DEEP VEIN THROMBOSIS<br />

Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT) is a serious condition where blood clots<br />

develop in the deep veins of the legs. Prolonged immobility is generally<br />

thought to be the common underlying risk factor, and thus any travel<br />

involving prolonged immobility can result in developing a DVT. A wide<br />

range of advice is available on DVT - you are strongly recommended to<br />

obtain advice that will include information on those people most at risk of<br />

DVT and how to reduce risks when flying. Most passengers can reduce<br />

risks through keeping circulation active by practicing in-seat exercises,<br />

especially leg exercises, and walking around the aircraft whenever<br />

possible. Most airlines provide details of suitable exercises you can do and<br />

other measures you can take to reduce risks within their in-flight<br />

magazines or during in-flight videos and if you are flying with Thomas<br />

Cook Airlines, please also visit www.thomascookairlines.co.uk for further<br />

information. More comprehensive advice can be found on the UK<br />

Department of Health's website (www.dh.gov.uk) but if you believe you<br />

are at a higher risk or have any concerns about the risks or doubts about<br />

flying, you must consult your GP before you travel.<br />

Seat Pitch: we advise that the distance between the back support<br />

cushion of your flight seat and the back of the seat or other fixed<br />

structure in front of your seat will not be less than the minimum stated<br />

in the UK Civil Aviation Authority’s Airworthiness Notice No.64, issue 2<br />

of the 29th October 2001 (26 inches).<br />

FLIGHT OPERATION<br />

Flight timings shown in this brochure are based on the 24 hour clock<br />

system. <strong>The</strong>se timings, however, are provisional only and will be<br />

submitted for approval by the UK and overseas scheduling committees,<br />

and are therefore given for guidance only and are subject to alteration<br />

and confirmation. Our reservation system will show the latest timings<br />

for your flight. <strong>The</strong> right is reserved to substitute alternative airlines<br />

and/or aircraft at any time. All bookings are subject to the grant of<br />

licenses by the Civil Aviation Authority.<br />

FLIGHT ROUTING<br />

A direct flight may touch down en-route for re-fuelling, or to pick up<br />

and/or drop off passengers. In these instances you are not normally<br />

required to disembark and the flight is still considered to be a direct<br />

flight. A non-direct flight may require a change of aircraft en-route while<br />

a non-stop flight will take you directly to your final destination airport<br />

without stopping.<br />

FLIGHT SEAT ONLY<br />

For those with their own accommodation, return flight seats are<br />

available at competitive prices. Some transfers can also be pre-booked<br />

when purchasing a flight. Please call us for details or visit<br />

www.neilson.co.uk<br />

PRE-BOOKABLE AIRPORT SERVICES<br />

Save time and hassle at the airport. Add airport parking, Meet &<br />

Greet parking, airport hotels, and/or airport lounge access to your<br />

booking. See page 371 for more information. To book, simply click on<br />

www.neilson.co.uk/Neilson-Holiday-Extras.aspx<br />

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IMPORTANT HOLIDAY INFORMATION<br />

TWIN CENTRE HOLIDAYS<br />

Spend a week in two different resorts and make the most of your<br />

Canadian holiday. To calculate the price simply add together the two<br />

14 night air holiday prices (they must be the same overseas airport)<br />

and divide by two; then add the £40 administration fee. Remember to<br />

add applicable room or occupancy supplements to both 14 night<br />

prices, plus any additional charges for flight supplements etc. Transfers<br />

will usually operate via the airport. For other days or durations please<br />

call Neilson reservations for a quote.<br />

TWIN CENTRE TRANSFER SUPPLEMENTS<br />

Canada<br />

Banff Kicking Lake Whistler<br />

Horse Louise<br />

Banff - £60 £30 £199<br />

Kicking<br />

Horse<br />

£60 - £60 £250<br />

Lake<br />

Louise<br />

£30 £60 - £199<br />

Whistler £199 £250 £199 -<br />

USA<br />

Breckenridge Vail Winter Park<br />

Breckenridge - £25 £80<br />

Vail £25 - £100<br />

Winter Park £80 £100 -<br />

CAR HIRE - WHAT’S INCLUDED<br />

A summary of the elements covered and approximate costs are shown<br />

below:<br />

Paying Locally: Approximate charges in Canadian/US Dollars. Prices<br />

are correct at time of going to press.<br />

Mandatory CDW (Collision Damage Waiver): Included for cars<br />

in Canada.<br />

EP (Extended Protection): Compulsory.<br />

State Sales Taxes: % varies per state, payable on all purchases.<br />

Carefree Personal Protection (CPP per SPRO): Optional.<br />

Note - you may already have this cover if comprehensive holiday<br />

insurance is held.<br />

Ski Racks: Included free with all cars (except economy).<br />

Additional Driver Charge: $10 per day.<br />

Under 25 Driver Surcharge: $25.00 per day approx.<br />

Child Seat: $7 per day (on request, payable locally).<br />

Airport Operation: Local levy, may apply. Amount varies.<br />

Fuel: Not included (unless Alamo gold package is taken). Car will be<br />

supplied with a full tank and should be returned full.<br />

National Park Fee: Entrance to Banff & Lake Louise National Park<br />

approx. $89 per car.<br />

One Way Drop-Off Charge: One way drop-off charges if you do not<br />

pick up from and drop-off at the same airport - amount varies.<br />

DRINKING LAWS IN NORTH AMERICA<br />

Please note that the consumption of alcoholic drinks is not permitted<br />

for persons under the age of 21.<br />

Proof of age with photograph may be requested at any time.<br />

IMPORTANT NOTE: Neilson is unable to accept requests for a change<br />

of transfer type within 10 days of travel.<br />

CAR HIRE IN CANADA & THE USA<br />

Why not hire a car so that you can really make the most of your time<br />

away?<br />

Choose the category of car you would like to rent, and multiply the daily<br />

rate shown in the table by the number of days you will be on holiday. A<br />

GPS system is available for an additional £6 per day.<br />

Please note that cars must be taken for the duration of your holiday and<br />

one way drop-offs will incur an additional charge.<br />

SIZE OF CAR CAR TYPE BAGGAGE/CAPACITY (max recommended) Rental per car<br />

PARTY CODE (OR SIMILAR) from/per day<br />

Adult Small Large<br />

YYC YUL/YVR DEN<br />

2 EDAR Economy<br />

Pontiac Sunfire £30* £28* £49<br />

3 CDAR Compact 4 door<br />

Chevrolet Cavalier £33* £30* £54<br />

4 IDAR Midsize 4 door<br />

Pontiac Grand AM £37* £35* £60<br />

4 SFAR 4x4<br />

GMC Jimmy £49* £47* £72<br />

5 FCAR Full Size 4 door<br />

Chevrolet Impala/ £41* £38* £63<br />

Buick Century<br />

7 MVAR 7 Seater Minivan £51* £49* £67<br />

Chevrolet Venture<br />

Please note: Car size comparisons and seating/baggage capacities are for guidance only, luggage space may be limited. If using an infant seat (compulsory for<br />

small children) this will take up a full seat in the car. Ski racks are not available for economy size cars and some items of luggage may need to be carried in the<br />

passenger compartment. Conditions of hire: All drivers must be at least 25 years old (or a surcharge will apply) and have a clean, valid driving licence from<br />

their country of residence. An International Driving Permit is not acceptable. Minivans and 4x4 vehicles are limited in supply and should be requested as far in<br />

advance as possible. AIRPORT CODES: YYC=Calgary, YUL=Montreal, YVR=Vancouver, DEN=Denver. All car rentals are subject to legal terms, conditions and<br />

pricing procedures of Alamo Rent A Car in effect at the time of printing this brochure. In the event of the subsequent enactment of any law in the United<br />

States, whether federal, state or local, which restricts or prohibits any of those terms, conditions or pricing procedures, Alamo’s terms, conditions and prices<br />

will be subject to adjustment to the extent necessary to compensate for such restriction or prohibition. *During peak season 18 Dec-4 Jan, an additional £5.00<br />

per day is payable.<br />

CAR HIRE - INSURANCE CHECKLIST<br />

ALAMO ALAMO<br />

Fully Inclusive Gold<br />

Price included see below<br />

Unlimited mileage<br />

Third Party Liability<br />

� �<br />

(state minimum)<br />

Collision Damage<br />

� �<br />

Waiver (CDW) � �<br />

Extended Protection (EP) � �<br />

State/Local Surcharges � �<br />

State/Local Taxes � �<br />

Airport Operating Fee � �<br />

Up to 3 additional drivers � �<br />

Tank of Fuel � �<br />

x7<br />

PRE-BOOK A ‘GOLD’ LEVEL<br />

INSURANCE PACKAGE<br />

When you book your hire car with us, Alamo ‘Inclusive’ level insurance<br />

is included in the rates shown. Where you plan to share the driving<br />

then ‘Gold’ insurance will save you money compared<br />

to paying at the airport, and can be pre-booked for a small daily<br />

supplement. Call us or ask your travel agent to book via ‘Finishing<br />

Touches’ on the viewdata reservations system.<br />

Alamo ‘Fully Inclusive”:<br />

Includes unlimited mileage, CDW, $1million Liability cover, GST, PST<br />

and airport fees.<br />

Alamo Gold £3.50 Canada/£4.00 USA per car per day:<br />

This insurance cover includes all the above PLUS up to three<br />

additional drivers and one full tank of fuel.<br />

Important: People taking the car hire option must use the same airport at<br />

the start and end of the holiday. One way drop off fees apply where<br />

vehicles are not returned to the same depot. Coach transfers operate via<br />

the airport. Prices based on a minimum of 2 people.


SWISS TRAVEL SERVICE<br />

Swiss <strong>Travel</strong> Service has been operating tours for<br />

over 60 years and in that time, has earned an<br />

unrivalled reputation for quality, value for<br />

money and first class service. Having recently<br />

joined forces with Neilson, owned by one of the<br />

world’s best-known travel company, Thomas<br />

Cook Group, we have chosen to highlight in<br />

this brochure a small selection of the excellent<br />

range of holidays which Swiss <strong>Travel</strong> Service<br />

have available. <strong>The</strong> information and prices<br />

contained in this brochure are just a guide to<br />

the extensive information you can find in our<br />

dedicated Swiss <strong>Travel</strong> Service brochure and on<br />

our website (www.swisstravelski.co.uk). We ask<br />

you to refer to the brochure/website before<br />

making a booking. A guide to flights is shown<br />

on page 384<br />

Swiss <strong>Travel</strong> Service is a trading name of Thomas<br />

Cook Scheduled Tour Operations Ltd and holds<br />

an ATOL number 0606. It is a member of ABTA,<br />

number V2185.<br />

Swiss <strong>Travel</strong> Service holidays are subject to the<br />

booking conditions and important holiday<br />

information that appear in the Swiss <strong>Travel</strong><br />

Service brochure W09/10 and the website. For<br />

a copy of the brochure or enquiries please call<br />

0844 879 8002 or visit your travel agent.<br />

IMPORTANT HOLIDAY INFORMATION<br />

<strong>Travel</strong> Insurance<br />

As the travel experts we understand your needs as a<br />

traveller so you can simply relax while you have the<br />

time of your life. Our travel insurance offers peace of<br />

mind with an emergency assistance service on call<br />

24 hours a day, 365 daysa year if you need medical<br />

assistance, hospitaltreatment, or return to the UK.<br />

So choose your great value single or multi-trip policy<br />

and ask for your no obligation quote today.<br />

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IMPORTANT HOLIDAY INFORMATION<br />

EUROSTAR TO THE<br />

FRENCH ALPS<br />

<strong>Travel</strong> direct to the French Alps in comfort and<br />

style on the sleek modern Eurostar. Join the<br />

train at either the recently renovated and muchacclaimed<br />

St Pancras International in central<br />

London or Ashford International in Kent. <strong>The</strong><br />

Friday evening departure will appeal to keen<br />

skiers and boarders as it offers the possibility of enjoying up to 8 days<br />

skiing in the Alps. <strong>The</strong> daytime Saturday morning departure leaves St<br />

Pancras International at 10am, arriving in Moutiers, just 8.5 hours<br />

later.<br />

SELF DRIVE WITH<br />

EUROTUNNEL<br />

DRIVE YOUR CAR TO THE SLOPES -<br />

SAVE UP TO £100 PER PERSON*<br />

Let us arrange your Eurotunnel passage together with your<br />

accommodation.<br />

You can take as long as you like to get to and from the<br />

resort, all we ask is that you arrive at and leave your<br />

accommodation on the same date as our flight arrivals.<br />

FREE EUROTUNNEL FLEXIPLUS<br />

Included in your return Eurotunnel booking is a FREE FlexiPlus<br />

upgrade which includes:<br />

• Flexibility to take another departure if you should arrive early or late<br />

at the terminal.<br />

• Priority boarding lane and dedicated check-in area.<br />

• Flexi-plus lounge (open 6am-10pm) offering complimentary nonalcoholic<br />

drinks and light snacks. Internet, fax and telephone<br />

services are also available.<br />

• Dedicated parking spaces at the terminal if you are stopping off.<br />

HOW TO PRICE YOUR SELF-DRIVE <strong>SKI</strong> TRIP.<br />

Simply apply the following reductions, per person to the basic holiday<br />

price. Let us know your preferred departure time and we will make<br />

the reservation.<br />

<strong>The</strong> terminal has a wide range of facilities to pick up anything that<br />

you need for your journey. <strong>The</strong> train journey time from Folkestone to<br />

Coquelles takes just 35 minutes.<br />

<strong>The</strong> Eurostar service is available to the following French resorts:<br />

Meribel/Mottaret, La Plagne, Les Arcs, Courchevel and La Tania.<br />

• Relaxed, hassle-free travel to the French Alps<br />

• Short transfers to resort<br />

• Free carriage of skis<br />

• Up to 2 extra days skiing<br />

• Eurostar journeys are carbon neutral at no extra cost to travellers<br />

Choose from two travel classes:<br />

Standard: Comfortable seating / bar/ buffet carriage.<br />

Leisure Select: Wider seats with power sockets. Complimentary<br />

magazines and newspapers. Complimentary meals and drinks service<br />

at your seat.<br />

<strong>The</strong>re is a ticketless travel system with Eurotunnel. We will send your 8<br />

digit reference number with your final documentation. Simply type<br />

this code in at the automated check-in lanes.<br />

Please note that due to height restrictions, drivers of motorcycles and<br />

vehicles over 1.85m cannot use the dedicated parking spaces and<br />

thus the Flexiplus lounge facilities.<br />

Other cross channel services and approximate driving times to resorts<br />

available, please see our website or call for details.<br />

<strong>Travel</strong> Supplements<br />

Applicable departure dates Supplements by<br />

Class of travel<br />

Friday Night Saturday Day Standard Leisure<br />

(1/1-9/4) (19/12-10/4) Select<br />

Train Train<br />

Low 01/01-29/01 £0 £59<br />

season<br />

dates<br />

19/02<br />

Mid 05/02, 02/01-16/01, £66 £98<br />

season<br />

dates<br />

26/02-26/03 30/01<br />

High 25/12 19/12&26/12, £87 £161<br />

season 23/01, 06/02,<br />

dates 20/02-27/03<br />

Peak 12/02, 13/02, £129 £245<br />

season<br />

dates<br />

02/04 03/04&10/04<br />

Transport Codes St. Pancras 25X00 25X02<br />

Ashford Int. 49X00 49X02<br />

Eurostar Schedule Friday overnight Saturday daytime<br />

Departure from UK<br />

Depart St Pancras International 20:31 (Fri) 10:00 (Sat)<br />

Depart Ashford International 21:15 (Fri) 10:47 (Sat)<br />

Arrive Moûtiers (for Courchevel,<br />

Meribel/Mottaret and La Tania) 05:37 (Sat) 17:30 (Sat)<br />

Arrive Aime la Plagne (La Plagne) 06:05 (Sat) 18:02 (Sat)<br />

Arrive Bourg St Maurice (Les Arcs) 06:27 (Sat) 18:20 (Sat)<br />

Return journey to the UK<br />

Depart Bourg St Maurice 22:15 (Sat) 10:04 (Sat)<br />

Depart Aime La Plagne** N/A N/A<br />

Depart Moûtiers 23:09 (Sat) 10:45 (Sat)<br />

Arrive Ashford International 06:34 (Sun) 15:36 (Sat)<br />

Arrive St Pancras International 07:16 (Sun) 16:11 (Sat)<br />

Reductions for Eurotunnel<br />

Up to £75 per person* off the flight package price.<br />

Up to £100 per person* for departures on or between<br />

19-29 Dec and 13-20 Feb.<br />

*Based on a minimum of 2 people sharing a car,<br />

maximum 9 people.


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BOOKING CONDITIONS<br />

Please read these terms and conditions carefully. <strong>The</strong>se conditions, along with the other information in our brochures or on<br />

our websites (depending on how you make your booking) set out the terms and conditions of the contract between you<br />

and Thomas Cook Tour Operations Limited and show your and our contractual commitments to each other.<br />

Your contract will be governed by English law and any disputes will be dealt with in the courts of England and Wales. If<br />

you live in Northern Ireland or Scotland, the courts of Northern Ireland or Scotland (as appropriate), can deal with any<br />

disputes.<br />

When we talk about your Holiday in these conditions, except where otherwise stated, we mean the accommodation,<br />

transport and other holiday services (excluding Resort Booked Excursions, see below) described by us that you book in the<br />

UK with us.<br />

EXCURSIONS<br />

Excursions include, but are not restricted to, any sightseeing trips, gigs, events or other tours attended in resort for which<br />

additional payment is required. Excursions can either be booked and/or paid for in resort ("Resort Booked Excursions") or<br />

pre-booked and paid for when you book your Holiday ("Pre-booked Excursions"). All excursions are supplied by third party<br />

suppliers and are subject to the clause entitled "Suppliers' Conditions" below. We accept, subject to the clauses entitled<br />

"Suppliers' Conditions" and "Our Liability to You" below, responsibility for Pre-booked Excursions. However, Resort Booked<br />

Excursions do not form part of your Holiday and are not governed by the Package <strong>Travel</strong>, Package Holiday and Package<br />

Tours Regulations 1992. We do not have any responsibility or liability whatsoever for anything which may go wrong on a<br />

Resort Booked Excursion. We, our servants, employees or agents are acting, depending upon the actual Resort Booked<br />

Excursion, either as agents for the relevant Resort Booked Excursion supplier or as agent for you. In any event the contract<br />

for any Resort Booked Excursion is between you and the Resort Booked Excursion provider. It is your responsibility to note<br />

carefully any conditions of contract contained in any Resort Booked Excursion, literature, ticket or receipt you are given.<br />

For Resort Booked Excursions you may be subject to the laws of the country in which you take your excursion and may be<br />

required to bring any disputes or claims before the Courts of that country also.<br />

INFORMATION AND PRICES<br />

We publish brochure and website information many months in advance and, as far as we know, all information is correct<br />

at the time of publication. However, things may still change after publication and we check regularly to see if we need to<br />

update or correct any information or prices. If there are any significant information changes or we find any mistakes, we<br />

will put details on our computer reservation system or website so you will receive the latest information when you make<br />

your booking.<br />

LATE HOLIDAY BOOKINGS<br />

Certain bookings made within 14 weeks of departure will be regarded as 'Late Holiday' bookings. You will be told at the<br />

time of booking whether or not the booking you seek to make is a normal booking or a ‘Late Holiday’ booking, and the<br />

difference between the two. It will then be your choice as to how you wish to proceed. Please be aware that ‘Late Holiday’<br />

bookings always require payment of the price in full at the time of booking whenever that may be. ‘Late Holiday’ bookings<br />

may be either booked through promotional publications or from a Brochure or on the website. Accommodation may<br />

either be named at the time of booking or allocated when you arrive at your destination. ‘Late Holiday’ bookings are not<br />

always cheaper than the prices in the brochure, as prices are set according to demand. Additional terms and conditions<br />

apply for 'Late Holiday' bookings and these are contained on our reservation system and website. Not all services and<br />

facilities as advertised in this Brochure will be available for 'Late Holiday' bookings. Please check with your travel agent or<br />

check on the website carefully before booking.<br />

SURCHARGES – PRICE INCREASES AFTER BOOKING<br />

Changes in transportation costs, including the cost of fuel, dues, taxes or fees chargeable for services such as landing taxes<br />

or embarkation or disembarkation fees at ports and airports and exchange rates mean that the price of your Holiday may<br />

change after you have booked. However there will be no change within 30 days of your departure.<br />

We will absorb and you will not be charged for any increase equivalent to 2% of the price of your Holiday, which excludes<br />

insurance premiums and any amendment charges. You will be charged for the amount over and above that, plus an<br />

administration charge of £1.00 per person together with an amount to cover agents’ commission. If this means that you<br />

have to pay an increase of more than 10% of the price of your Holiday, you will have the option of accepting a change to<br />

another holiday if we are able to offer one (if this is of equivalent or higher quality you will not have to pay more but if it is<br />

of lower quality you will be refunded the difference in price), or cancelling and receiving a full refund of all monies paid,<br />

except for any amendment charges.<br />

We will consider an appropriate refund of insurance premiums paid if you can show that you are unable to transfer or<br />

reuse your policy. Should you decide to cancel for this reason, you must exercise your right to do so within 14 days from<br />

the issue date printed on your final invoice.<br />

Should the price of your Holiday go down due to the changes mentioned above, by more than 2% of your holiday cost,<br />

then any refund due will be paid to you. However, please note that travel arrangements for your Holiday are not always<br />

purchased in local currency and some apparent changes have no impact on the price of your travel due to contractual and<br />

other protection in place.<br />

<strong>The</strong> price of your Holiday was calculated using exchange rates as stated in the Holiday Price section at the back of this<br />

brochure and on the website.<br />

YOUR BOOKING<br />

Before you book please discuss your choice of resort, accommodation and transport with our reservations staff or your<br />

travel agent, to make sure it will be suitable for you and the people you will be travelling with. <strong>The</strong> person who signs the<br />

booking form or completes the booking online or by telephone is the 'lead name'. He or she must be 18 years of age or<br />

over at the time of booking. If you are under 18 at the time of booking and wish to travel without an adult<br />

accompanying you, we will only allow you to travel if you are 16 or 17 at the time of departure and you can provide<br />

written authority from your parent or legal guardian who must sign the booking form in the presence of a travel agent<br />

(telephone and online bookings cannot be made if you are under 18). <strong>The</strong> travel agent may ask the parent/guardian to<br />

produce a copy of their passport showing their name and signature. Written permission from a parent or legal guardian<br />

cannot be accepted unless their signature can be checked. On signing the booking form, a contract will exist between<br />

your parent/guardian and us. If you are under 16 on your departure date an adult of 18 years or over must accompany<br />

you.<br />

<strong>The</strong> lead name is responsible for payment of the total booking price, including any insurance premiums and subsequent<br />

cancellation or amendment charges that may be payable. He or she also agrees to provide accurate and full information to<br />

the remainder of the travelling party in relation to the booking, including any changes thereto and confirms that all the<br />

other members of the party, including any that may be added at a later date, agree to be bound by these conditions, and<br />

all other information in the relevant brochure and on our websites (as applicable).<br />

When you book your Holiday you agree to pay us either:<br />

•A deposit at the time of booking followed by the remaining balance due on the booking. You will be advised of the<br />

current deposit payable at the time of booking. <strong>The</strong> remaining balance for the Holiday is due by the date specified on<br />

your confirmation invoice (this will usually be 8 weeks before your travel date, depending on the type of Holiday<br />

booked); or<br />

•<strong>The</strong> full cost of the Holiday if you book a Late Holiday (see ’Late Holiday Bookings’ above for definition), or, if it is 8 weeks<br />

or less before you go.<br />

If you have a special request for anything that is not automatically part of your Holiday, please check when you book your<br />

Holiday and we will pass this information on to the suppliers we work with. Our note of your request on your invoice<br />

confirms we have received it and does not guarantee that we, or the relevant supplier, can meet with your request. Where<br />

possible they will try to help you, but we cannot guarantee any request unless it is noted on your invoice and we also<br />

confirm the request separately in writing. We must emphasise that verbal confirmations of special requests cannot be taken<br />

as a guarantee that they will be met e.g. special meal types on flights. We will not pay compensation for failing to meet a<br />

special request that we have not confirmed separately in writing.<br />

Once you have booked we will issue a confirmation invoice setting out the Holiday details and price. A contract will exist<br />

when we issue the confirmation invoice. If you book through one of our authorised travel agents, they will hold all the<br />

money you pay for your Holiday on our behalf. Please check the details on your invoice carefully. If you have any<br />

questions, or anything does not appear to be right, you must contact our reservations staff or your travel agent,<br />

immediately. On the invoice, pay particular attention to the date your final payment is due as we may cancel your Holiday<br />

if you do not make your final payment on time. If we do this we will keep your deposit. If we extend the period for you to<br />

pay the final payment at your request, and you still fail to pay or cancel your booking, the cancellation charges will be<br />

increased in accordance with the scale and ‘Exception’ set out in the section entitled ‘Cancellation By You’<br />

BEFORE YOU TRAVEL<br />

You must take out adequate travel insurance before you travel that is suitable for your needs and includes full cover for all<br />

the sports that you may participate in. We cannot be responsible for any costs you incur as a result of you failing to do so.<br />

For your own peace of mind the insurance should cover you if you have to cancel your arrangements, or for any<br />

emergencies such as illness or injury that arise while you are away. If you have not already purchased travel insurance,<br />

please visit www.thomascook.com or your Thomas Cook store for a no obligation quote.<br />

SUPPLIERS' CONDITIONS<br />

Our third party suppliers have their own booking conditions and conditions of carriage, and you will be bound by these,<br />

so far as the relevant supplier is concerned. Our suppliers' conditions will also apply to your contract with us, and in the<br />

event of any conflict between the suppliers' conditions and our conditions, the suppliers' conditions will prevail, save to the<br />

extent that any term in the suppliers' conditions is deemed to be invalid or unenforceable, in which event our conditions<br />

will prevail. Some of our suppliers' conditions may limit or exclude liability on the part of the relevant supplier, and, by<br />

virtue of their application to your contract with us, may also limit or exclude our liability to you, and they are often subject<br />

to international conventions. You can get copies of the relevant conditions if you ask us.<br />

CHANGES YOU MAKE BEFORE TRAVEL<br />

If you want to change your Holiday arrangements in any way, we will try to help you, although we cannot guarantee that<br />

we will always be able to do this as changes are subject to availability at the time. Please note that typically changes to<br />

scheduled flight tickets are very restrictive.<br />

Where we can make a change, we will charge for any additional services, facilities, or other items changed, at the price<br />

which applies on the day the change is made. In addition, we will also apply charges for each person on the booking and<br />

for each item you want to change as shown in the table below. Any booking discount you may have received at the time<br />

the original booking was made, may be altered or reduced whenever changes are made. If you have paid supplements for<br />

accommodation and the number of people in your accommodation changes, you may have to pay extra and may lose<br />

any free or reduced infant and child places or any free group places. And remember any change to your departure date,<br />

airport, transport, destination, accommodation, or length of holiday has to apply to all members of your booking.<br />

You may not change a holiday chosen from our brochures/websites to special offer holiday such as those featured in<br />

promotional publications, or to a 'Late Holiday' (see section ’Late Holiday Bookings’), without incurring cancellation<br />

charges. Such a change would necessitate the cancellation of your existing arrangements subject to our cancellation<br />

charges shown and the re-booking of new arrangements at the price applying on the day the booking is made.<br />

We will not be able to amend the details of a ‘Late Holiday’ (see section ’Late Holiday Bookings' for definition), unless you<br />

are prevented from proceeding with your Late Holiday for reasons beyond your control, and not simply due to a change<br />

of mind. Cancellation charges apply to all amendments to holidays of these types. See section ‘Cancellation by You’ for<br />

more information.<br />

<strong>The</strong> costs shown are per change per person<br />

<strong>The</strong> costs shown are per change Notice given more Notice given 56- Notice given 21 days<br />

per person than 56 days 22 days or less<br />

Transport (e.g. Air/Sea/Road/Rail) £35 a change £50 a change Cancellation charges<br />

see ‘Cancellation by You’<br />

Date of <strong>Travel</strong> (see Note 1) £35 a change Cancellation charges - see ‘Cancellation<br />

by You’<br />

Destination Airport £35 a change Cancellation changes - see ‘Cancellation<br />

by You’<br />

Name Change (see Note 2) £35 per name change<br />

Note: the transport provider may impose additional charges of up to 100% of the ticket cost, any such charges will<br />

be in addition to the amendment fees listed above - see the Exception in the section ‘Cancellation By You’ below.<br />

Accommodation £35 a change £50 a change Cancellation charges<br />

see ‘Cancellation by You’<br />

Optional Extras (see Note 3) <strong>The</strong> greater of £35 Cancellation charges - see ‘Cancellation<br />

or Loss of Deposit by You’<br />

Note 1:It is not possible to transfer your booking to a departure date more than 3 months after your original travel date<br />

without incurring cancellation charges.<br />

Note 2: You are not permitted to change all the names on any booking and at least one of the passengers (over 18) on<br />

the original booking must remain, unless you are prevented from travelling for reasons beyond your control and not<br />

simply from a change of mind.<br />

Note 3: When we refer to 'Optional Extras', we mean anything you choose to add to your booking that is additional to<br />

the inclusive transport and accommodation arrangements you book. For example, car hire, weddings or park tickets. If<br />

you cancel any Optional Extras for which there is a cost, we will apply the charges above. If you cancel any <strong>Travel</strong><br />

insurance you booked through us your premium will not be refunded, as cover under the policy will already have begun.<br />

CANCELLATION BY YOU<br />

<strong>The</strong> lead name on the booking must give notice to cancel in writing and the charges shown below apply from the date<br />

we receive the notice at our offices or the travel agent activates the cancellation.<br />

In order to cover our expected losses from the cancellation of the booking there is a set scale of charges which must be<br />

paid by you if you or anyone travelling with you cancels. Also note the ‘Exception’ described below which may apply in<br />

addition to the scale of charges.<br />

Time we receive your notice to Cancellation charge Cancellation charge<br />

cancel before departure (excluding ‘Late Holiday’ bookings) for Late Holiday bookings<br />

More than 56 days Loss of deposit Loss of deposit<br />

56-29 days 50% cost of holiday 100% cost of holiday<br />

28-22 days 70% cost of holiday 100% cost of holiday<br />

21-8 days 90% cost of holiday 100% cost of holiday<br />

7 days or fewer 100% cost of holiday 100% cost of holiday<br />

If any member of the booking cancels and you cannot fill that person's place, you may have to pay additional supplements<br />

for your accommodation. For example, you may have to pay single or under-occupancy supplements. If you do cancel,<br />

you must still pay any insurance premiums and amendment charges, which arose before the cancellation, and any<br />

deposits paid for any pre-booked items or services.<br />

‘Exception’<br />

Cancellation of certain transport arrangements, typically Scheduled airline and Eurostar tickets can result in up to 100%<br />

cancellation charges regardless of the notice period given to us. We reserve the right to pass on these charges which will<br />

apply to the transport element of your Holiday and the cancellation charges in the scale above will apply to the other<br />

elements of your Holiday (e.g. accommodation, optional extras). Similarly, name changes (including initial changes),<br />

destination and date changes can be treated by such suppliers as a cancellation and rebooking, regardless of the period of<br />

notice given to us. If the supplier treats the change as a cancellation and rebooking we will pass on to you the cost<br />

imposed by the supplier, which could be up to 100% of the transport element of your booking and you must also pay the<br />

charge listed in the section "Changes You Make Before You <strong>Travel</strong>" above. Also note that the transport provider may refuse<br />

to issue replacement tickets for lost or stolen tickets and new tickets may have to be purchased by you. <strong>The</strong> cost of the<br />

new ticket may be greater than the cost of the original ticket.<br />

CHANGES MADE BY US BEFORE TRAVEL<br />

From time to time we may have to change details of the Holiday you have booked. If any change will have a significant<br />

effect on your Holiday, we will tell you about it before your Holiday, if there is time. Changes we will tell you about<br />

include:<br />

•Change of your UK departure airport<br />

•Significant change of your destination<br />

•A change of more than 12 hours to the time you leave the UK or your destination<br />

•If we downgrade your accommodation by one full 'Tour Operator' rating or<br />

•If the swimming pool will not be available for an extended period during your Holiday and no alternative pool is available<br />

either at the property or nearby.<br />

If you do not want to accept a significant change, which we will tell you about before you depart, we will, if we are able to<br />

do so, offer you an alternative Holiday of equivalent or closely similar standard and price at no extra cost, or a less<br />

expensive Holiday, in which case we will refund the difference in price. If you do not wish to take the alternative we offer<br />

you, you can choose a different Holiday offered for sale by us and pay, or receive a refund of, any price difference. Or, if<br />

you prefer, you can cancel your Holiday and receive a full refund of any money you have paid to us, except for any<br />

amendment charges. We will consider an appropriate refund of insurance premiums paid if you can show that you are<br />

unable to transfer or reuse your policy.<br />

Unless the change is as a result of circumstances listed in the paragraph below headed ’Circumstances Beyond our<br />

Control’, we will pay you compensation as shown in the table below. If you accept the significant change or amend to a<br />

different Holiday offered for sale by us you will receive compensation as per Option 1 in the table below. If you reject the<br />

significant change and cancel your booking you will receive compensation as per Option 2. <strong>The</strong> amounts in the table are<br />

by way of guideline only and may in appropriate circumstances be increased.<br />

Compensation payments relating to a child place for which you have paid a child price are half the amounts shown (up to<br />

half the child price paid). <strong>The</strong>re are no compensation payments payable to those travelling on ‘free child places’, ‘free<br />

group places’ or infants.


Period of notice we give you or your Compensation for each full fare paying passenger<br />

travel agent before departure<br />

Option 1 Option 2<br />

57+ days £0 £0<br />

56-43 days £10 £5<br />

42-29 days £20 £10<br />

28-15 days £30 £15<br />

14-0 days £40 £25<br />

MINOR CHANGES BY US BEFORE TRAVEL<br />

Any change which is not deemed to be significant, as outlined in the section entitled 'Changes Made By Us Before <strong>Travel</strong>',<br />

will be classed as a minor change. We will endeavour to tell you about a minor change before you travel however, we will<br />

not pay compensation as a result of this change.<br />

<strong>The</strong> flights we offer are operated by a range of scheduled or charter airlines, using wide or narrow body jet aircraft. It may<br />

not be possible at the time of booking to specify the airline or type of aircraft. We are required to inform you of the<br />

identity of the airline operating your flight. Any changes to the operating airline will be notified to you in all cases at check<br />

in or at the boarding gate. We reserve the right to change airlines or aircraft types at any time and changes of this type will<br />

not constitute a major change.<br />

CIRCUMSTANCES BEYOND OUR CONTROL<br />

Except where we say differently elsewhere in these conditions, we cannot pay any compensation, reimburse expenses, or<br />

cover losses for any amount or otherwise accept responsibility if, as a result of circumstances beyond our control, we have<br />

to change your Holiday after booking, or we, or our suppliers, cannot supply your Holiday, as we, or they, had agreed, or<br />

you suffer any loss or damage of any description. When we refer to circumstances beyond our control, we mean any event<br />

that we, or the supplier in question, could not foresee or avoid, even after taking all reasonable care. Such circumstances<br />

will usually include, but are not limited to, war, threat of war, airport closures, epidemic, natural or nuclear disaster,<br />

terrorist activity, civil unrest, industrial dispute, bad weather (actual or threatened), change to Foreign Office advice to<br />

advise against travel to destination and significant building work ongoing outside of your accommodation (such as resort<br />

development).<br />

CHANGES MADE AFTER TRAVEL<br />

If, after your departure, a significant part of your pre-booked Holiday arrangements cannot be provided, you will be<br />

offered a suitable alternative if possible. If appropriate, we will also pay you compensation in accordance with the table in<br />

the section entitled ‘Changes Made By Us Before <strong>Travel</strong>’ unless the reason for the change is due to circumstances beyond<br />

our control (see section entitled ‘Circumstances Beyond Our Control’). If it is not possible to offer you a suitable alternative<br />

or, for good reasons, you do not accept the alternative arrangements, you will have the right to cancel your booking. In<br />

this event, you will have the right to be returned by the same means of transport to your original departure point at no<br />

extra cost provided that transport is available. This does not impose an obligation on us to make specific transport<br />

arrangements for you if none are available.<br />

FLIGHT DELAYS<br />

Delays sometimes occur. We work closely with the airlines and overseas offices to make sure any delay is as short as<br />

possible. When a delay occurs we will try to make sure refreshments or meals are provided when appropriate. We will not<br />

do this ourselves as such arrangements for this will normally be the responsibility of the airline. For more information on<br />

flight delays see the section entitled ‘Our Liability to You’. If you have purchased our recommended travel insurance, or a<br />

comparable policy, you should have cover against long delays.<br />

CANCELLATION BY US<br />

We can cancel your Holiday and any other holiday we operate. On rare occasions, we may need to cancel your Holiday if<br />

there is insufficient demand for your particular Holiday. If we have to cancel a Holiday for any particular reason, we will tell<br />

you as soon as reasonably possible. In these circumstances, we will, if we are able to do so, offer you an alternative Holiday<br />

of equivalent or closely similar standard and price at no extra cost, or a less expensive Holiday, in which case we will refund<br />

the difference in price. If you do not wish to take the alternative we offer you, you can choose another offered for sale by<br />

us and pay, or receive a full refund of, any price difference. Or, if you prefer, you can receive a full refund of any money<br />

you have paid to us, except for any amendment charges. We will consider an appropriate refund of insurance premiums<br />

paid if you can show that you are unable to transfer or reuse your policy. However, we will not cancel your Holiday within<br />

8 weeks of departure except if we are forced to do so because of unusual circumstances we could not have foreseen,<br />

where we could not avoid the results of those circumstances even after taking all reasonable care. (See 'Circumstances<br />

Beyond Our Control' above) No compensation will be payable in these circumstances, whenever they happen, and we will<br />

only have to offer you the above choices. We can also cancel if you fail to make payment for your booking on time.<br />

BROCHURE AND WEBSITE ACCURACY<br />

Sometimes facilities described in our brochures/websites will be withdrawn for reasons such as maintenance, bad weather<br />

or lack of demand from guests. If possible, we will tell you about the withdrawal of any significant facility as soon as<br />

possible. Some activities or facilities, ski runs and fun parks for example, may not be available in low season. Some<br />

activities, for example, tobogganing, snowmobiling and dog-sledding, where not directly provided by Neilson, or facilities<br />

such as hire shops, restaurants, shuttle buses and ski lifts, may not be available at all times and are normally managed by<br />

independent local operators. We have no control over their availability or prices. Outside the peak season it is common for<br />

facilities and services to be less widely available, both in your accommodation and holiday resort/destination generally.<br />

<strong>The</strong>re may be a charge for some facilities at your accommodation, for example, TVs, safety deposit boxes, cots and sports<br />

facilities. In some places during high season (and even at other times) there is a possibility you will be disturbed by noise<br />

from less considerate groups, so please bear this in mind when choosing your resort and accommodation. <strong>The</strong> transfer<br />

times we quote for travel between airport and resort are approximate and, depending on circumstances, the journey time<br />

to your own chosen property may be longer. If we know about significant building work or other noise likely to affect your<br />

travel arrangements we aim to tell you before you leave. We cannot provide this advice on ‘Late Holiday’ bookings where<br />

accommodation is not specified before you arrive at your destination, (see also ‘Circumstances Beyond Our Control’).<br />

OUR LIABILITY TO YOU<br />

•(i) Our obligations, and those of our suppliers providing any service or facility involved in any of your Holiday, are to take<br />

reasonable skill and care to arrange for the provision of such services and facilities and, where we or our supplier is actually<br />

providing the service or facility, to provide them with reasonable skill and care. Compliance with any applicable regulatory<br />

requirements (such as, for example, those of the Civil Aviation Authority) will be proper performance of our, and our<br />

suppliers', obligations. You must show that reasonable skill and care has not been used if you wish to make any claim.<br />

•(ii) For claims which do not involve death or personal injury, we accept liability, subject to paragraph (i) above and (v)<br />

below, should any part of your Holiday not be as described in the relevant brochure, on our websites or elsewhere by us<br />

(as applicable to your method of booking) before you leave the U.K. If we have liability, we will, subject to paragraphs (iii),<br />

(vi) and (vii) below, pay you reasonable compensation. However, the maximum we will pay you in any circumstances is<br />

twice the price of the Holiday. This maximum will only be payable when every aspect of your Holiday has gone wrong and<br />

you have not received any benefit from your Holiday. Any sums received by you from suppliers will be deducted from any<br />

sum paid to you as compensation by us.<br />

•(iii) Where a flight ticket is downgraded or a flight cancelled, delayed, or boarding is denied by any carrier in<br />

circumstances which would entitle you to compensation under the Denied Boarding Regulations 2004, then you are<br />

obliged to claim the appropriate sums pursuant to those Regulations from the carrier. Any sums received by you in this<br />

respect constitute the full amount of your entitlement to compensation for all matters flowing from the carrier's actions<br />

and which fall within the scope of the Denied Boarding Regulations. If, for any reason, you do not claim against the carrier<br />

and make a claim for compensation from us, you must, at the time of payment of any compensation to you, make a<br />

complete assignment to us of the rights you have against the carrier in relation to the claim that gives rise to that<br />

compensation payment.<br />

•(iv) For claims which involve death or personal injury as a result of an activity forming part of your Holiday (excluding<br />

Resort Booked Excursions see section entitled ‘Excursions’), we have liability subject to paragraph (i) above and (v) below. If<br />

we accept liability, we will, subject to paragraphs (vi), (vii) and (viii) below, pay you reasonable compensation.<br />

•(v) We accept liability in accordance with paragraphs (i), (ii) and (iv) above and subject to paragraphs (vi), (vii) and (viii)<br />

below except where the cause of the failure in your Holiday or any death or personal injury you may suffer is not due to<br />

any fault on our part or that of our servants, agents or suppliers because it is either attributable to you, or attributable to<br />

someone unconnected with the Holiday and is unforeseeable or unavoidable; or because the failure is due to unusual or<br />

unforeseeable circumstances beyond our control, the consequences of which could not have been avoided even if all due<br />

care had been exercised, or due to an event which neither we, nor our servants, agents or suppliers could have foreseen or<br />

forestalled.<br />

•(vi) If any international convention applies to or governs any of the services or facilities included in your Holiday arranged<br />

or provided by us, or provided by any of our suppliers, and you make a claim against us of any nature arising out of death,<br />

injury, loss or damage suffered during or as a result of the provision of those services or facilities, our liability to pay you<br />

compensation and/or the amount (if any) of compensation payable to you by us will be limited in accordance with and/or<br />

in an identical manner to that provided for by the international convention concerned (in each case including in respect of<br />

the conditions of liability, the time for bringing any claim and the type and amount of any damages that can be awarded).<br />

BOOKING CONDITIONS<br />

International Conventions which may apply include: in respect of international air travel, the Warsaw Convention 1929<br />

(including as amended by the Hague Protocol of 1955 and by any of the additional Montreal Protocol of 1975) or the<br />

Montreal Convention 1999; in respect of rail travel, the Berne Convention 1961; in respect of carriage by sea, the Athens<br />

Convention 1974; in respect of carriage by road, the Geneva Convention 1973; the COTIF Convention concerning<br />

International Carriage by rail 1980 (as amended); and, in respect of hotels, the Paris Convention 1962.You can get copies<br />

of the relevant conventions if you ask us. For the avoidance of doubt, this means that we are to be regarded as having all<br />

benefit of any limitations of compensation contained in any of these conventions or any other international conventions<br />

applicable to your Holiday.<br />

•(vii) You are obliged to assist us in recovering from any third party any sum which may compensate us for any sums we<br />

pay you. In particular, you are obliged to assign to us any rights that you may have against any other person whose acts or<br />

omissions have caused or contributed to our legal liability to pay you compensation. You must also provide us with all<br />

assistance we may reasonably require. Finally, you must follow the procedures for the notification of complaints set out in<br />

the clause below entitled "If You Have A Complaint".<br />

•(viii) Should you become ill while on Holiday, you must, in addition to reporting your illness to our representative, local<br />

agent or Duty Office, consult a local doctor and also consult your GP upon your return to the UK. Should you then wish to<br />

make a claim against us as a result of that illness, you must provide us with details of both the local doctor whom you saw<br />

and your GP, together with written authority for us to obtain a medical report from both those doctors.<br />

•(ix) If you or any member of your party suffers during your Holiday any difficulty through misadventure as a result of any<br />

activity which does not form part of your contracted Holiday arrangements, we will offer you prompt assistance. All assistance<br />

(financial or otherwise) is subject to our reasonable discretion and a maximum total cost to ourselves of £1,000 per booking<br />

and is subject to you notifying us that you require such assistance within 30 days of the incident. If you are entitled to have<br />

any costs and expenses arising from such an incident met by or from any insurance policy or if you obtain a costs order<br />

against anyone in relation to the incident, you must repay to us the costs and expenses we spend in assisting you.<br />

•(x) Other than as set out above, and as is detailed elsewhere in these booking conditions, we shall have no legal liability<br />

whatsoever to you for any loss, damage, personal injury or death which you suffer arising directly or indirectly from any aspect<br />

of your Holiday.<br />

BAGGAGE<br />

<strong>The</strong> amount of compensation we will pay for any loss or damage to luggage is limited in accordance with the conventions<br />

listed in the above section. For claims for missing or damaged baggage you must follow the rules on the back or your ticket<br />

or contained within the carrier’s conditions of carriage. Please note time limits apply within which to notify us or the carrier<br />

and make a claim. We will not accept liability for high-value items which you should insure for the appropriate amount.<br />

YOUR RESPONSIBILITY<br />

We want all our customers to have an enjoyable, carefree Holiday. But you must remember that you are responsible for<br />

your actions and the effect they may have on others. If we, or another person in authority, believe:<br />

•your actions could upset, annoy or disturb other customers, our suppliers or our own staff, or put them in any risk or<br />

danger, or damage property; or<br />

•you are unfit to travel;<br />

we may end your Holiday and terminate your contract. You and your travelling party will be prevented from using your<br />

booked accommodation, transport, and any other <strong>Travel</strong> Arrangements forming part of your booking and we will not be<br />

liable for any refund, compensation or any other costs you have to pay. Alternatively at our discretion, you may be<br />

permitted to continue with your Holiday but may have additional terms of carriage imposed upon you. See 'In-Flight<br />

Safety in the All You Need To Know/Holiday Information sections of the relevant brochure and on our websites for further<br />

details.<br />

In addition to the above and the effect your actions may have on others, you must particularly also bear in mind that you<br />

are responsible for your safety, and that you are responsible for the condition of the property you occupy. We are not<br />

responsible for any accidents which occur in or around swimming pools due to your inappropriate, or irresponsible<br />

behaviour, or for any accidents which occur anywhere on properties because of glass, china or the like which you have<br />

broken and/or have left in a way in which injury can result.<br />

We expect that you will enjoy your holiday with us. We appreciate that you may well drink alcohol as part of your<br />

enjoyment. You must, however, do so responsibly and we will have no liability to you for any injury, loss or damage you<br />

suffer as a result of your judgment being impaired wholly or partly by alcohol.<br />

We will hold you and the members of your travelling party jointly and individually liable for any damage to the<br />

accommodation, furniture, apparatus or other materials located within the accommodation, together with any legal costs<br />

we incur in pursuing a claim. It is your duty to report any breakages, defects or damage to an appropriate person<br />

immediately.<br />

If your behaviour or the behaviour of any members of your travelling party causes any transport aircraft to be diverted we<br />

and/or the carrier will hold you and those members jointly and individually liable for all costs incurred as a result of that<br />

diversion.<br />

We cannot accept liability for the behaviour of others in your accommodation or flight, or for any facilities/services<br />

withdrawn as a result of their action.<br />

TRAVEL DOCUMENTS AND HEALTH ADVICE<br />

It is your responsibility to have valid travel documents. If we or your carrier are fined as a result of you holding incorrect<br />

documents, you will have to pay us the full amount. For up to date UK Government health & travel advice please visit<br />

www.fco.gov.uk, www.hpa.org.uk and www.nathnac.org and contact your GP. See our Holiday Information pages and<br />

website for further information.<br />

IF YOU HAVE A COMPLAINT<br />

We aim to provide the best Holiday possible. However, if you are not satisfied please complain as soon as possible to the<br />

relevant person (for example, the accommodation management or transport supplier). If they cannot help, you must tell<br />

your Holiday Representative or our Local Agent and we will do everything reasonably possible to sort the problem out. If<br />

you are still not satisfied, ask your Holiday Representative or our Local Agent for a Customer Relations Report Form. If you<br />

do not have the services of a Representative or our Local Agent, or they are not available, you must contact our UK Duty<br />

Office (on the number shown on your travel documentation) straight away. When you get back home, send a letter (and<br />

where possible, enclose your completed Customer Relations Report Form), to our offices in the UK, within 28 days of<br />

returning home. If you have special needs that prevent you from writing to us then, where possible, we will accept details<br />

of your complaint over the telephone. For complaints arising from Scheduled airlines, we will act as a liaison between you<br />

and the airline, to try to assist in resolving the problem. If we cannot help and you wish to take matters further, you must<br />

contact the airline directly.<br />

<strong>The</strong> address to send your completed form and covering letter to is:<br />

Customer Relations, Neilson, 2-4 Godwin Street, Bradford, West Yorkshire, BD1 2ST<br />

E-mail: ski.customerservices@neilson.com Phone: 01274 384130<br />

We would point out that failure to follow the above procedures during your Holiday, and/or failure to complain within 28<br />

days of your return, may reduce or extinguish any rights you have to claim compensation from us, or from any relevant<br />

supplier. Any such rights will be reduced or extinguished if, had you followed the above procedures during your Holiday,<br />

you or we could have taken steps to reduce any loss or damage suffered or entirely prevented it from being suffered.<br />

It is difficult and sometimes impossible to properly investigate a complaint if we are not told about it reasonably quickly<br />

once the Holiday is over. Your right to claim compensation may also be reduced or extinguished, should any delay in your<br />

complaint being notified during or after your Holiday, prevent us from carrying out a proper investigation.<br />

We aim to resolve all complaints ourselves, but if this is not possible your complaint can be considered under a scheme<br />

devised by ABTA and administered by IDRS Ltd, part of the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators. We will give you details of<br />

this scheme if you ask. <strong>The</strong> scheme does not apply to claims over £25,000 in total or more than £5,000 a person, or to<br />

claims mainly about illness or injury. To take advantage of the scheme you must contact IDRS Ltd within 9 months of<br />

returning from your Holiday.<br />

Thomas Cook Tour Operations Limited, <strong>The</strong> Thomas Cook Business Park, Coningsby Road, Peterborough, PE3 8SB.<br />

Registered in England No. 3772199.<br />

DATA PROTECTION<br />

To comply with the Data Protection Act we would like to advise you that in order to provide you with the products or<br />

services you require, the personal information you supply to us will be passed to relevant trusted partners or suppliers. This<br />

may involve sending your details to countries that do not have an equal level of privacy legislation to that in the UK. Your<br />

details may also be used for improving our customer service, analysis and occasionally, for the prevention of crime.<br />

We may also occasionally contact you by post or telephone to update you about great offers, products and services from<br />

Thomas Cook group companies and carefully selected third parties. Should you not wish to receive such information,<br />

please advise one of our sales consultants or make the appropriate opt out choices on the website when you book<br />

FINANCIAL PROTECTION<br />

<strong>The</strong> air inclusive Package Holidays and flights provided by us are ATOL protected, since we hold an Air <strong>Travel</strong> Organiser’s<br />

Licence granted by the Civil Aviation Authority. Our ATOL number is 1179. In the unlikely event of our insolvency, the<br />

CAA will ensure that you are not stranded abroad and will arrange<br />

to refund any money you have paid to us for an advance booking.<br />

For further information visit the ATOL website at www.atol.org.uk.<br />

Print date: July 2009<br />

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IMPORTANT HOLIDAY INFORMATION<br />

TRAVEL INFORMATION<br />

All holidays<br />

<strong>The</strong> timings shown in this brochure are for guidance and will be<br />

submitted for approval by UK and overseas scheduling committees.<br />

<strong>The</strong>y are therefore subject to alteration and confirmation. <strong>The</strong> Neilson<br />

reservation system will show the latest advised times. Your<br />

Confirmation/Invoice will show up-to-date timings and we will advise<br />

you of any subsequent major change.<br />

<strong>The</strong> latest schedule will be provided on your tickets and you should<br />

check these as soon as they are received.<br />

Transfer times<br />

Timings quoted on resort information pages are approximate and may<br />

be substantially longer, especially during local school holidays, spring<br />

breaks or poor weather conditions.<br />

FLYING WITH THOMAS COOK AIRLINES<br />

Providing you with the ultimate in flexibility, Thomas Cook Airlines<br />

are able to offer a number of pre-bookable flight services, which<br />

should be booked no later than 7 days prior to departure. (If you<br />

are not flying with Thomas Cook Airlines, please contact your<br />

airline direct or consult with your <strong>Travel</strong> Agent).<br />

Seating<br />

As the airlines allocate the seating on their planes, we recommend<br />

that you check in early if you would like a specific seat or to sit<br />

together.<br />

Seats Together: You can reserve seats together on Thomas Cook<br />

Airlines flights and on selected other charter airline flights at the<br />

time of booking for charges of up to £20 per person. We will aim<br />

to sit parties together, side by side. However, in some<br />

circumstances, depending on the size of the group and/or<br />

configuration of the aircraft, sitting together could be either side of<br />

the aisle or directly behind one another.<br />

Seat Number: You can also pre-book your seat number on<br />

selected Thomas Cook Airlines flights. You must first reserve your<br />

seats together (with the tour operator) or extra leg room seats<br />

(with our Customer Service & Sales Team) as explained above.<br />

<strong>The</strong>n, you can select your seat number at a cost of £10 return per<br />

seat, by contacting Thomas Cook Airlines on 0844 855 0515, or<br />

your travel agent.<br />

Dietary requirement meals/snacks<br />

Thomas Cook Airlines can offer a range of meal options, including<br />

children’s, vegetarian, vegan, diabetic and gluten-free. Please<br />

reserve at the time of booking. (Within 10 days of departure you<br />

need to call us, no later than 7 days prior to departure).<br />

Celebrating?<br />

If you are celebrating a birthday, or other special occasion, you can<br />

pre-order Champagne at a charge.<br />

Helping hand?<br />

If you require assistance on a flight please make your request at<br />

time of booking.<br />

Thomas Cook Airlines UK Ltd cannot guarantee to have a peanutfree<br />

environment onboard an aircraft and is not able to change or<br />

modify the cabin environment by individual passenger request.<br />

Non-Thomas Cook Airline flights<br />

If you are not travelling on a Thomas Cook Airlines flight, the services<br />

may vary between airlines. Please check with your travel agent for<br />

details of the services aboard other flights.<br />

Please also note however that the flight information shown in our<br />

brochure may change after publication. Occasionally it is necessary<br />

to change the airline used which may mean a flight shown as being<br />

operated by Thomas Cook Airlines is substituted by another airline. In<br />

the unlikely event this happens, we regret the same services cannot<br />

be offered on other non-Thomas Cook flights, either by ourselves or<br />

the airline you fly with and you will not be entitled to any<br />

compensation. If you have paid a supplement for an upgraded<br />

service, this will be refunded.<br />

ALL FLIGHTS<br />

Long haul flights: Time differences from the UK to North America mean<br />

that your flight will arrive up to 6 or 10 hours behind UK time. Also,<br />

flights to the West often arrive back in the UK, the day after they depart.<br />

For example: a flight departing from Calgary on a Saturday afternoon,<br />

arrives in the UK on the Sunday morning. Please bear this in mind when<br />

looking at flight times on the flight pages. Any long haul flight is a tiring<br />

experience, although there are steps you can take to make your journey<br />

more pleasant, such as drinking plenty of water and wearing<br />

comfortable clothes. For heightened in-flight comfort, you could take a<br />

Premium Cabin upgrade, which are available on certain flights, please<br />

refer to page 345 for full details.<br />

Carriage of infants (0-24 months)<br />

Infants must be over 6 weeks (2 weeks with Thomas Cook Airlines) to<br />

travel by air and must either sit on an adults lap or occupy a car seat<br />

(infants must be at least 6 months to occupy a car seat). If choosing<br />

to sit the infant on an adults lap, please see Child Price Conditions<br />

(Your Holiday Price section) for prices. If choosing to occupy a car<br />

seat, we recommend you contact the relevant airline for regulations<br />

for the car seat. Customers choosing this option will need to book a<br />

flight seat for the infant. <strong>The</strong> price of a seat for an infant will usually<br />

be the adult seat only price (but there may be discounts available). It<br />

is an airline regulation that children aged 2 or over must occupy a<br />

seat. Children aged 2 or over on the RETURN flight must pay the<br />

appropriate child price of the holiday.<br />

Carriage of unaccompanied minors (under 16 years)<br />

Thomas Cook Airlines will not accept children under the age of 16<br />

years unless accompanied by an adult. Other airlines we use have<br />

similar restrictions, it is your responsibility to make appropriate<br />

enquiries with the airline direct before making a booking.<br />

FLIGHT SUPPLEMENTS<br />

<strong>The</strong>se are based on a variety of factors. For Charter flights, these are<br />

influenced by departure point, time and/or date of departure and/or<br />

services onboard. <strong>The</strong> flights and flight supplements we show in our flight<br />

pages are based on our intended flying programme planned many months<br />

in advance of the flights operating. We recommend booking early to<br />

secure the flight and flight supplements shown as we may have to vary our<br />

supplements according to the demand for our holidays. Each flight in our<br />

flight grid has its own individual 'flight code' and we promise that the<br />

supplement when you book that flight will not exceed the supplements<br />

stated in the grid by more than £100 per person. Please note, to ensure we<br />

can offer you the best choice of flights at the most popular times of the<br />

year, we may put additional flights on sale under different flight codes not<br />

shown in the flight grid. We cannot guarantee these additional flights will<br />

not incur higher flight supplements (occasionally above £100 per person)<br />

and details of these supplements will be advised by your travel agent at the<br />

time of booking or shown on our website. Important note: We reserve the<br />

right to change flight supplements or add additional flights from time to<br />

time on all routes offered. Flight supplements can go up or down.<br />

BEFORE YOU GO<br />

Passengers travelling with reduced mobility - Making your<br />

booking<br />

If you or a member of your party has reduced mobility we strongly<br />

advise that you contact us directly or your travel agent before making<br />

your reservation. This will enable your travel agent to confirm with us<br />

or the airline the availability of any assistance requirements prior to<br />

booking, as any changes made after booking will be subject to our<br />

standard change fees.<br />

People needing assistance at the airport<br />

If you are a wheelchair user or have reduced mobility, your travel<br />

agent will need to contact us prior to booking, to request assistance<br />

service at airports. If you are booking direct with us call 0800 107<br />

3409* If you do not request this in advance we cannot guarantee that<br />

this service will be available, as there is a limit on the number of<br />

passengers with reduced mobility and the number of wheelchairs we<br />

are able to assist on the day with no pre-notification. <strong>The</strong> airport will<br />

signpost designated points for passengers with reduced mobility.<br />

Wheelchair users<br />

If you have your own wheelchair, this will be carried free of charge in<br />

addition to your normal baggage allowance. Since a wheelchair is<br />

carried in the hold and collected in the baggage reclaim area, we<br />

advise that it is adequately insured against loss or damage since the<br />

airline liability is limited. Electronically powered wheelchairs will be<br />

accepted for travel, providing that the general conditions for their<br />

carriage, as outlined in the IATA Dangerous Goods Regulations, are<br />

met. <strong>The</strong>se relate to the batteries used to power wheelchairs. Since<br />

the batteries will remain attached to the wheelchair, it is important<br />

that the wheelchair can be easily stored in an upright position when<br />

collapsed for carriage. Batteries must be disconnected and the battery<br />

terminals insulated to prevent accidental shorting.<br />

Accompanying companion for reduced mobility passengers<br />

A carer must travel with any passenger who does not meet the DFT<br />

(Department for Transport) code of practice definition of self reliance.<br />

In establishing whether someone is “self-reliant” please refer to the<br />

DFT code of practice. If you are not self-reliant (capable of taking care<br />

of all your physical needs independently in-flight) a carer is required<br />

for travel to take care of these needs. <strong>The</strong> carer must purchase a ticket<br />

at the same time. A carer can travel with a maximum of 2 passengers<br />

requiring additional assistance as outlined above.Due to CAA (Civil<br />

Aviation Authority) regulations, any persons with reduced mobility or<br />

any physical disability or intellectual impairment cannot be allocated<br />

seats adjacent to the emergency exits.<br />

Visually impaired passengers<br />

If you or a member of your party are blind or visually impaired you<br />

should contact your travel agent (or if booking direct call us on 0800<br />

1073409* to make your booking). Most airlines are able to carry<br />

guide dogs on many routes and we will check full details with the<br />

airline.<br />

*<strong>The</strong> dedicated number shown is for special needs enquiries and we<br />

are unable to transfer calls to other departments. If you are booking<br />

or have booked through a travel agent, please contact your travel<br />

agent in the first instance.


AT THE AIRPORT<br />

<strong>SKI</strong> & <strong>SNOWBOARD</strong> CARRIAGE<br />

Carriage of ski’s and snowboards is strictly limited on charter flights.<br />

If you wish to take skis or boards with you, space must be reserved<br />

for them at the time of making your holiday booking.<br />

For each pair of skis, each snowboard there will be a charge of £15<br />

added to your holiday invoice (max 10kgs per £15 charge paid).<br />

<strong>The</strong> combined weight of baggage & equipment must not exceed<br />

25kgs - or excess airline charges will apply. Passengers who prebook<br />

carriage of their skis are guaranteed that in the event they are<br />

off loaded, the booking fee will be refunded and the skis forwarded<br />

to your resort at no extra cost. Should this not be practical, quality<br />

skis will be provided in resort for the intervening period (one set per<br />

fee paid).<br />

Late bookers will be able to purchase vouchers costing £20 from<br />

Neilson UK airport representatives, subject to space being available<br />

on their flight. Important note: You are responsible for the airport<br />

storage and costs of equipments refused passage due to failure to<br />

pre-book aircraft space for your skis or boards. Please note: On<br />

scheduled flights, skis count towards your total baggage allowance.<br />

Check-in<br />

<strong>The</strong> following information is designed to help you complete the<br />

airport check-in process as quickly as possible.<br />

If you fail to check in on time, the airline is entitled to refuse to allow<br />

you to board the flight. We cannot accept responsibility if such a<br />

situation arises and, whilst we endeavour to assist in making<br />

alternative travel arrangements to your resort, any cost or loss<br />

incurred as a result will be your responsibility.<br />

If you fail to check in at all for your flight from the UK, we retain the<br />

right to cancel any other arrangements you have booked with us and<br />

you will be unable to use your return flight to the UK. No refund can<br />

be made for any unused arrangements.<br />

When you arrive at the check-in desk for your flight, you will be asked<br />

for your ticket, passport and baggage. If travelling in a group, please<br />

make sure all members of your party are at the desk. Once you have<br />

checked in, you can move through to the departure lounge where<br />

you will find further information, including your departure gate<br />

number.<br />

Important notice: You must check-in at least 2 hours prior to<br />

departure, failure to do so could result in you being denied travel.<br />

Remember no calls will be made for your flight so please make<br />

sure that you are at the departure gate no later than 45 minutes<br />

before your departure time. Passengers that are refused travel will be<br />

responsible for arranging alternative transportation at their<br />

own expense.<br />

Airline regulations permit the in-flight consumption of alcohol<br />

purchased from the on-board bar service only.<br />

Security: Please keep your luggage with you at all times. Never carry<br />

packages or presents for anyone else. Unattended luggage will be<br />

removed and destroyed.<br />

Emergency Exit seats: Please note, for safety reasons we are unable<br />

to allocate seats on emergency exit rows, to either disabled<br />

passengers or children.<br />

Pregnancy: Regulations vary from airline to airline, but some will refuse<br />

to carry women who will be 28 weeks or more pregnant on the date of<br />

return travel. If you are in doubt, please check with the airline concerned.<br />

We recommend that you also consult your own doctor.<br />

Fitness to fly: You may need permission to fly from your doctor if you<br />

suffer from certain medical conditions, which may mean you also<br />

require assistance from the airline. Should you have any concerns<br />

about your fitness to fly and you are flying with Thomas Cook Airlines<br />

please contact 0844 855 0515.<br />

Baggage delays: Although handling arrangements at UK departure<br />

points are excellent, there are occasions when your baggage may be<br />

delayed. However, if the recommended insurance is taken, you are<br />

covered for emergency purchases.<br />

Hand Baggage: <strong>The</strong> check-in agent at the airport will ask you to<br />

show your hand baggage. Only one item of hand baggage is<br />

permitted. This should not be over 5kg in weight or bigger than<br />

17 x 11 x 9 inches in size. <strong>The</strong> low dose X-Ray machines used at UK<br />

airports to examine hand luggage will not affect photographic film.<br />

Hold baggage is subject to a higher dose X-Ray inspection and we<br />

suggest therefore that you pack your film in your hand luggage. Items<br />

such as knives, scissors, tweezers and laser pointers may not be carried<br />

as hand luggage. <strong>The</strong>se should be carried as hold baggage only. Any<br />

such items or sharp objects will be confiscated if packed in your hand<br />

luggage.<br />

IMPORTANT HOLIDAY INFORMATION<br />

Hold Baggage: Your hold baggage must not exceed the stated<br />

allowance on your ticket. A charge will be made if the stated allowance is<br />

exceeded. Baggage allowances range from 15kg upto 25kg. Individual<br />

items of luggage must not exceed 30kg for lifting purposes.<br />

Medical Equipment: If you are carrying medical/mobility equipment,<br />

you must ensure that you have adequate insurance to cover the items<br />

for possible loss or damage.<br />

Valuables: Please remember to pack any valuables including money,<br />

credit cards, jewellery, keys and camera equipment in your hand<br />

luggage and not in your suitcase.<br />

In flight safety<br />

Safety: the safety and welfare of passengers is of paramount<br />

importance. While we wish to create a genuine holiday mood, we will<br />

deny boarding or impose additional conditions of carriage on any<br />

passenger who:<br />

• is intoxicated and or disruptive.<br />

• found to be smoking on board our aircraft.<br />

• makes an inappropriate remark. Inappropriate remarks are<br />

considered as any comment or statement made by a person,<br />

which indicates they may be carrying a bomb (or other such<br />

explosive device), a firearm or weapon regardless of that person’s<br />

intent or reason for making the comment or statement.<br />

Although we want you to start and end your holiday on a high note,<br />

please make sure that you keep any drinking to a minimum before the<br />

departure of your flight. We will deny boarding to any passenger who<br />

appears to be intoxicated or whose behaviour we consider to be<br />

disruptive. Passengers that are refused travel will be responsible for<br />

arranging alternative transportation at their own expense.<br />

We realise that some larger passengers, due to their size, often find<br />

that aircraft seat width is insufficient for their needs. For your own<br />

safety and comfort and that of other passengers, you must advise us<br />

or your travel agent at the time of booking if you know or are unsure<br />

as to whether the seat size on the aircraft will be sufficient for your<br />

needs. If you do require additional space, then subject to availability,<br />

you can purchase more than one seat located side by side or if you<br />

prefer, a wider seat in an upgraded class (where applicable). We regret<br />

however, that due to additional costs incurred by us, you will have to<br />

pay the full cost of all seats required by you, plus any upgrade<br />

supplement per seat. If you are purchasing extra seats due to your<br />

size, please contact us or your travel agent.<br />

Smoking: please note that whatever airline you fly with, all UK airlines<br />

have a strict no-smoking policy throughout the aircraft.<br />

DEEP VEIN THROMBOSIS<br />

Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT) is a serious condition where blood clots<br />

develop in the deep veins of the legs. Prolonged immobility is generally<br />

thought to be the common underlying risk factor, and thus any travel<br />

involving prolonged immobility can result in developing a DVT. A wide<br />

range of advice is available on DVT - you are strongly recommended to<br />

obtain advice that will include information on those people most at risk of<br />

DVT and how to reduce risks when flying. Most passengers can reduce<br />

risks through keeping circulation active by practicing in-seat exercises,<br />

especially leg exercises, and walking around the aircraft whenever<br />

possible. Most airlines provide details of suitable exercises you can do and<br />

other measures you can take to reduce risks within their in-flight<br />

magazines or during in-flight videos and if you are flying with Thomas<br />

Cook Airlines, please also visit www.thomascookairlines.co.uk for further<br />

information. More comprehensive advice can be found on the UK<br />

Department of Health's website (www.dh.gov.uk) but if you believe you<br />

are at a higher risk or have any concerns about the risks or doubts about<br />

flying, you must consult your GP before you travel.<br />

Seat Pitch: we advise that the distance between the back support<br />

cushion of your flight seat and the back of the seat or other fixed<br />

structure in front of your seat will not be less than the minimum stated<br />

in the UK Civil Aviation Authority’s Airworthiness Notice No.64, issue 2<br />

of the 29th October 2001 (26 inches).<br />

FLIGHT OPERATION<br />

Flight timings shown in this brochure are based on the 24 hour clock<br />

system. <strong>The</strong>se timings, however, are provisional only and will be<br />

submitted for approval by the UK and overseas scheduling committees,<br />

and are therefore given for guidance only and are subject to alteration<br />

and confirmation. Our reservation system will show the latest timings<br />

for your flight. <strong>The</strong> right is reserved to substitute alternative airlines<br />

and/or aircraft at any time. All bookings are subject to the grant of<br />

licenses by the Civil Aviation Authority.<br />

FLIGHT ROUTING<br />

A direct flight may touch down en-route for re-fuelling, or to pick up<br />

and/or drop off passengers. In these instances you are not normally<br />

required to disembark and the flight is still considered to be a direct<br />

flight. A non-direct flight may require a change of aircraft en-route while<br />

a non-stop flight will take you directly to your final destination airport<br />

without stopping.<br />

FLIGHT SEAT ONLY<br />

For those with their own accommodation, return flight seats are<br />

available at competitive prices. Some transfers can also be pre-booked<br />

when purchasing a flight. Please call us for details or visit<br />

www.neilson.co.uk<br />

PRE-BOOKABLE AIRPORT SERVICES<br />

Save time and hassle at the airport. Add airport parking, Meet &<br />

Greet parking, airport hotels, and/or airport lounge access to your<br />

booking. See page 371 for more information. To book, simply click on<br />

www.neilson.co.uk/Neilson-Holiday-Extras.aspx<br />

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IMPORTANT HOLIDAY INFORMATION<br />

TWIN CENTRE HOLIDAYS<br />

Spend a week in two different resorts and make the most of your<br />

Canadian holiday. To calculate the price simply add together the two<br />

14 night air holiday prices (they must be the same overseas airport)<br />

and divide by two; then add the £40 administration fee. Remember to<br />

add applicable room or occupancy supplements to both 14 night<br />

prices, plus any additional charges for flight supplements etc. Transfers<br />

will usually operate via the airport. For other days or durations please<br />

call Neilson reservations for a quote.<br />

TWIN CENTRE TRANSFER SUPPLEMENTS<br />

Canada<br />

Banff Kicking Lake Whistler<br />

Horse Louise<br />

Banff - £60 £30 £199<br />

Kicking<br />

Horse<br />

£60 - £60 £250<br />

Lake<br />

Louise<br />

£30 £60 - £199<br />

Whistler £199 £250 £199 -<br />

USA<br />

Breckenridge Vail Winter Park<br />

Breckenridge - £25 £80<br />

Vail £25 - £100<br />

Winter Park £80 £100 -<br />

CAR HIRE - WHAT’S INCLUDED<br />

A summary of the elements covered and approximate costs are shown<br />

below:<br />

Paying Locally: Approximate charges in Canadian/US Dollars. Prices<br />

are correct at time of going to press.<br />

Mandatory CDW (Collision Damage Waiver): Included for cars<br />

in Canada.<br />

EP (Extended Protection): Compulsory.<br />

State Sales Taxes: % varies per state, payable on all purchases.<br />

Carefree Personal Protection (CPP per SPRO): Optional.<br />

Note - you may already have this cover if comprehensive holiday<br />

insurance is held.<br />

Ski Racks: Included free with all cars (except economy).<br />

Additional Driver Charge: $10 per day.<br />

Under 25 Driver Surcharge: $25.00 per day approx.<br />

Child Seat: $7 per day (on request, payable locally).<br />

Airport Operation: Local levy, may apply. Amount varies.<br />

Fuel: Not included (unless Alamo gold package is taken). Car will be<br />

supplied with a full tank and should be returned full.<br />

National Park Fee: Entrance to Banff & Lake Louise National Park<br />

approx. $89 per car.<br />

One Way Drop-Off Charge: One way drop-off charges if you do not<br />

pick up from and drop-off at the same airport - amount varies.<br />

DRINKING LAWS IN NORTH AMERICA<br />

Please note that the consumption of alcoholic drinks is not permitted<br />

for persons under the age of 21.<br />

Proof of age with photograph may be requested at any time.<br />

IMPORTANT NOTE: Neilson is unable to accept requests for a change<br />

of transfer type within 10 days of travel.<br />

CAR HIRE IN CANADA & THE USA<br />

Why not hire a car so that you can really make the most of your time<br />

away?<br />

Choose the category of car you would like to rent, and multiply the daily<br />

rate shown in the table by the number of days you will be on holiday. A<br />

GPS system is available for an additional £6 per day.<br />

Please note that cars must be taken for the duration of your holiday and<br />

one way drop-offs will incur an additional charge.<br />

SIZE OF CAR CAR TYPE BAGGAGE/CAPACITY (max recommended) Rental per car<br />

PARTY CODE (OR SIMILAR) from/per day<br />

Adult Small Large<br />

YYC YUL/YVR DEN<br />

2 EDAR Economy<br />

Pontiac Sunfire £30* £28* £49<br />

3 CDAR Compact 4 door<br />

Chevrolet Cavalier £33* £30* £54<br />

4 IDAR Midsize 4 door<br />

Pontiac Grand AM £37* £35* £60<br />

4 SFAR 4x4<br />

GMC Jimmy £49* £47* £72<br />

5 FCAR Full Size 4 door<br />

Chevrolet Impala/ £41* £38* £63<br />

Buick Century<br />

7 MVAR 7 Seater Minivan £51* £49* £67<br />

Chevrolet Venture<br />

Please note: Car size comparisons and seating/baggage capacities are for guidance only, luggage space may be limited. If using an infant seat (compulsory for<br />

small children) this will take up a full seat in the car. Ski racks are not available for economy size cars and some items of luggage may need to be carried in the<br />

passenger compartment. Conditions of hire: All drivers must be at least 25 years old (or a surcharge will apply) and have a clean, valid driving licence from<br />

their country of residence. An International Driving Permit is not acceptable. Minivans and 4x4 vehicles are limited in supply and should be requested as far in<br />

advance as possible. AIRPORT CODES: YYC=Calgary, YUL=Montreal, YVR=Vancouver, DEN=Denver. All car rentals are subject to legal terms, conditions and<br />

pricing procedures of Alamo Rent A Car in effect at the time of printing this brochure. In the event of the subsequent enactment of any law in the United<br />

States, whether federal, state or local, which restricts or prohibits any of those terms, conditions or pricing procedures, Alamo’s terms, conditions and prices<br />

will be subject to adjustment to the extent necessary to compensate for such restriction or prohibition. *During peak season 18 Dec-4 Jan, an additional £5.00<br />

per day is payable.<br />

CAR HIRE - INSURANCE CHECKLIST<br />

ALAMO ALAMO<br />

Fully Inclusive Gold<br />

Price included see below<br />

Unlimited mileage<br />

Third Party Liability<br />

� �<br />

(state minimum)<br />

Collision Damage<br />

� �<br />

Waiver (CDW) � �<br />

Extended Protection (EP) � �<br />

State/Local Surcharges � �<br />

State/Local Taxes � �<br />

Airport Operating Fee � �<br />

Up to 3 additional drivers � �<br />

Tank of Fuel � �<br />

x7<br />

PRE-BOOK A ‘GOLD’ LEVEL<br />

INSURANCE PACKAGE<br />

When you book your hire car with us, Alamo ‘Inclusive’ level insurance<br />

is included in the rates shown. Where you plan to share the driving<br />

then ‘Gold’ insurance will save you money compared<br />

to paying at the airport, and can be pre-booked for a small daily<br />

supplement. Call us or ask your travel agent to book via ‘Finishing<br />

Touches’ on the viewdata reservations system.<br />

Alamo ‘Fully Inclusive”:<br />

Includes unlimited mileage, CDW, $1million Liability cover, GST, PST<br />

and airport fees.<br />

Alamo Gold £3.50 Canada/£4.00 USA per car per day:<br />

This insurance cover includes all the above PLUS up to three<br />

additional drivers and one full tank of fuel.<br />

Important: People taking the car hire option must use the same airport at<br />

the start and end of the holiday. One way drop off fees apply where<br />

vehicles are not returned to the same depot. Coach transfers operate via<br />

the airport. Prices based on a minimum of 2 people.


SWISS TRAVEL SERVICE<br />

Swiss <strong>Travel</strong> Service has been operating tours for<br />

over 60 years and in that time, has earned an<br />

unrivalled reputation for quality, value for<br />

money and first class service. Having recently<br />

joined forces with Neilson, owned by one of the<br />

world’s best-known travel company, Thomas<br />

Cook Group, we have chosen to highlight in<br />

this brochure a small selection of the excellent<br />

range of holidays which Swiss <strong>Travel</strong> Service<br />

have available. <strong>The</strong> information and prices<br />

contained in this brochure are just a guide to<br />

the extensive information you can find in our<br />

dedicated Swiss <strong>Travel</strong> Service brochure and on<br />

our website (www.swisstravelski.co.uk). We ask<br />

you to refer to the brochure/website before<br />

making a booking. A guide to flights is shown<br />

on page 384<br />

Swiss <strong>Travel</strong> Service is a trading name of Thomas<br />

Cook Scheduled Tour Operations Ltd and holds<br />

an ATOL number 0606. It is a member of ABTA,<br />

number V2185.<br />

Swiss <strong>Travel</strong> Service holidays are subject to the<br />

booking conditions and important holiday<br />

information that appear in the Swiss <strong>Travel</strong><br />

Service brochure W09/10 and the website. For<br />

a copy of the brochure or enquiries please call<br />

0844 879 8002 or visit your travel agent.<br />

IMPORTANT HOLIDAY INFORMATION<br />

<strong>Travel</strong> Insurance<br />

As the travel experts we understand your needs as a<br />

traveller so you can simply relax while you have the<br />

time of your life. Our travel insurance offers peace of<br />

mind with an emergency assistance service on call<br />

24 hours a day, 365 daysa year if you need medical<br />

assistance, hospitaltreatment, or return to the UK.<br />

So choose your great value single or multi-trip policy<br />

and ask for your no obligation quote today.<br />

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SHORTHAUL FLIGHTS TO EUROPE<br />

“<br />

You may not like the idea of<br />

early flight times, but in our<br />

opinion it is well worth the early<br />

morning start! It means you get<br />

to resort in time to get your skis<br />

and boots fitted and an extra<br />

evening to relax and enjoy the<br />

après-ski<br />

”<br />

TCX Thomas Cook Airlines<br />

AIRLINE CODES<br />

BD British Midland Airways<br />

MON Monarch Airlines<br />

BE Flybe<br />

4R Hamberg International<br />

RO Tarom Airlines<br />

SK Scandinavian Airlines<br />

TOM Thomson Airways<br />

AWC Titan Airways<br />

LAZ Balkan - Bulgarian Airlines<br />

TRAVEL INFORMATION<br />

PRE-BOOK YOUR FLIGHT SEAT<br />

On Thomas Cook Airline or My<strong>Travel</strong> flights you can reserve ‘seats<br />

together’ or extra leg room ‘exit seats’ for an additional charge call<br />

0870 010 1947 to book, see page 378.<br />

<strong>SKI</strong> AND <strong>SNOWBOARD</strong> CARRIAGE<br />

If you wish to travel with your own equipment you will need to prebook<br />

space on board the flight at £15 per item (£20 at the airport).<br />

Please read the ‘Ski and snowboard carriage’ information on page<br />

379.<br />

FLIGHT SEAT ONLY<br />

For those with their own accommodation, return flight seats<br />

are available at competitive prices. Some transfers can also be prebooked<br />

when purchasing a flight. Please call us for details<br />

or visit www.neilson.co.uk<br />

“<br />

Check out our pre-bookable<br />

airport services to save time<br />

and hassle. See page 371”<br />

IMPORTANT NOTE: We reserve the right to change flight<br />

supplements or add additional flights from time to time on all<br />

flights offered. Flight supplements can go up or down. <strong>The</strong><br />

supplements for the specified flights listed in the grids shown will<br />

not be increased by more than £100. Where additional flights are<br />

added, supplements will be set according to demand and may<br />

vary. For up to date supplements for your chosen flight, please<br />

check with your travel agent before you book. (Please note that<br />

Premium seat supplements are in addition to other flight<br />

supplements).<br />

Departure Arrival Transport Airline Outbound departure Return arrival Flight Supps<br />

Airport Airport Code Code Day time (UK) time (UK) from £<br />

FLIGHTS TO TOULOUSE (TLS) FOR:<br />

ANDORRA: Arinsal, Pas De La Casa, Soldeu & El Tartar<br />

Gatwick Toulouse 01X40 TCX SUN 1400 1840 £10<br />

Gatwick Toulouse 01X42 TCX SUN 0700 1205 £0<br />

Manchester Toulouse 30X40 TCX SUN 0700 1225 £20<br />

Belfast Toulouse 60X40 TCX SUN 0620 1210 £25<br />

Birmingham Toulouse 20X40 TOM SUN 0700 1145 £20<br />

Bristol Toulouse 10X40 TOM SUN 0635 1120 £25<br />

FLIGHTS TO HUESCA (HSK) FOR:<br />

SPAIN: Formigal<br />

Gatwick Huesca 01D40 TOM SUN 1400 1900 £0<br />

FLIGHTS TO INNSBRUCK (INN) FOR:<br />

AUSTRIA: Niederau, Seefeld, Galtür, Mayrhofen, St Anton, St Christoph, Söldeu and Obergurgl/Hochgurgl<br />

ITALY: Versciaco & Plan De Corones<br />

Gatwick Innsbruck 01W24 TCX SAT 0555 1100 £0<br />

Gatwick Innsbruck 01W26 TCX SAT 1235 1730 £15<br />

Manchester Innsbruck 30W24 TCX SAT 0615 1140 £20<br />

FLIGHTS TO SALZBURG (SZG) FOR:<br />

AUSTRIA: Soll, Ellmau, Scheffau, Kitzbuhel/Kirchberg, Saalbach/Hinterglemm, Zell Am See/Kaprun, Maria Alm,<br />

AUSTRIA: Katschberg & Rauris<br />

Gatwick Salzburg 01W04 TCX SAT 1120 1655 £0<br />

Bristol Salzburg 10W02 TCX SAT 0550 1100 £25<br />

Birmingham Salzburg 20W02 TCX SAT 0730 1235 £20<br />

Manchester Salzburg 30W04 TCX SAT 0500 1700 £20<br />

FLIGHTS TO GENEVA (GVA) FOR:<br />

FRANCE: Chamonix, Flaine, Avoriaz, Valmorel, Courchevel, Meribel, La Tania, Val Thorens & Les Menuires<br />

Gatwick Geneva 01X60 TCX SAT 0740 1220 £0<br />

Manchester Geneva 30X60 TCX SAT 0700 1205 £20<br />

FLIGHTS TO GRENOBLE (GNB) FOR:<br />

FRANCE: Courchevel, La Tania, Meribel, Val Thorens, Les Menuires, Les Arcs, La Plagne, Tignes, Val d'Isere, La Rosiere,<br />

Alpe D'Huez & Les Deux Alpes<br />

Gatwick Grenoble 01X90 TCX SAT 0650 1105 £0<br />

Gatwick Grenoble 01X92 TCX SAT 0705 1125 £10<br />

Gatwick Grenoble 01X94 TCX SAT 1320 1740 £15<br />

Bristol Grenoble 10X90 TOM SAT 0630 1105 £25<br />

Birmingham Grenoble 20X90 TCX SAT 0640 1120 £20<br />

Manchester Grenoble 30X90 TCX SAT 0710 1220 £20<br />

Glasgow** Grenoble 50X90 TCX SAT 1320 1205 £75<br />

FLIGHTS TO TURIN (TRN) FOR:<br />

FRANCE: Serre Chevalier, Risoul & Montgenevre<br />

ITALY: Sauze D'Oulx, Bardonecchia, Sestriere, Pragelato & La Thuile<br />

Gatwick Turin 01R82 TCX SUN 0600 1120 £0<br />

Bristol*** Turin 10R80 TOM SUN 1345 1155 £25<br />

Birmingham Turin 20R80 BE SUN 1330 1825 £20<br />

Manchester Turin 30R80 TCX SUN 0600 1115 £25<br />

FLIGHTS TO BRESCIA (VBS) FOR:<br />

ITALY: Livigno, Passo Tonale, Arabba, Canazei/Campitello, Corvara, Selva, Ortisei & St Christina<br />

Gatwick Brescia 01R22 TCX SAT 0645 1205 £0<br />

Manchester Brescia 30R22 TCX SAT 0655 1230 £20<br />

Belfast Brescia 60R22 TCX SAT 0635 1300 £25<br />

FLIGHTS TO SOFIA (SOF) FOR:<br />

BULGARIA: Bansko, Borovets & Pamporovo<br />

Gatwick Sofia 01Y94 TCX SAT 1245 2010 £0<br />

Manchester Sofia 30Y94 TCX SAT 1310 2125 £20<br />

East Midlands Sofia 21Y94 LAZ SAT 1300 1200 £25<br />

Bristol Sofia 10Y94 LAZ SAT 1300 1200 £25<br />

FLIGHTS TO BUCHAREST (OTP) FOR:<br />

ROMANIA: Poiana Brasov<br />

Manchester Bucharest 30Y80 TCX SAT 1300 2030 £0<br />

Heathrow* Bucharest 00Y80 RO SAT 1230 1130 £25<br />

FLIGHTS TO KITTILA (KTT) FOR:<br />

FINLAND: Ylläs & Levi<br />

Heathrow Kittila 00Z00 BD SAT 1125 1855 £0<br />

FLIGHTS TO FAGERNES (VDB) FOR:<br />

NORWAY (VDB): Geilo & Hemsedal & Beitostølen<br />

Gatwick Fagernes 01Z12 4R SUN 0700 1220 £0<br />

FLIGHTS TO OSL (OSL) FOR:<br />

NORWAY (OSL): Geîlo, Lillehammer & Hafjell<br />

Heathrow* Oslo 00Z14 SAS SUN 0720 1625 From £0<br />

Manchester* Oslo 30Z14 SAS SUN 1155 1830 From £20<br />

FLIGHTS TO OSTERSUND (OSD) FOR:<br />

SWEDEN: Åre & Vemdalen<br />

Heathrow Ostersund 00Z38 BD SUN 0710 1400 £0<br />

*Scheduled service **Departures on 26/12/09 and 03/04/10 only ***For Sauze D’Oulx only<br />

From To Airline Code Frequency Departure (UK) Arrival (UK)<br />

SWITZERLAND: Zurich (ZRH) & Geneva (GVA)<br />

Heathrow Zurich Swiss Daily 0600/0850/1350 1700/1810/2025<br />

Heathrow Zurich BA Daily 0715/0850/1130 1450<br />

London City Zurich Swiss Daily 1000*/1215** 1555/1835<br />

London City Zurich BA Daily** 0805 1635<br />

Birmngham Zurich Swiss Daily 0845 1725<br />

Manchester Zurich Swiss Daily 0835 1715<br />

Heathrow Geneva BA Daily 0650/0840/1045/1505 1510/1650/1835/2035<br />

Gatwick Geneva BA Daily 0720/1030*** 1800/1345***<br />

London City Geneva Swiss Daily* 0645*/0820a/1120* 1730a/1625•/1925•/1955a<br />

Manchester Geneva Swiss *** 1715†/1045• 1535†/0855•<br />

*Except Sunday/•Sunday only/**Except Saturday/† Saturday only/ a Except weekends/ *** Weekends only


PRE-BOOKABLE AIRPORT SERVICES<br />

Save time and hassle at the airport. Add airport parking, Meet<br />

& Greet parking, Airport Hotels and/or Airport Lounge access to your<br />

booking.<br />

See page 371 for more information. To book, simply click on the<br />

‘Holiday Extras’ button on our website.<br />

LONGHAUL FLIGHTS TO USA AND CANADA<br />

Transport Outbound Return<br />

Departure Arrival Via Code departure arrival<br />

Airport<br />

FLIGHTS TO CALGARY (YYC) FOR:<br />

Airport (economy) Airline Day time (UK) time (UK)<br />

CANADA: Banff, Lake Louise & Kicking Horse<br />

Heathrow Calgary Non-stop 00V02 Air Canada Daily 1330 1200 (+1)<br />

Heathrow<br />

FLIGHTS TO VANCOUVER (YVR) FOR:<br />

CANADA: Whistler & Vancouver<br />

Calgary Non-stop on request British Airways Daily 1610 1220 (+1)<br />

Heathrow Vancouver Non-stop 00V02 Air Canada Daily 1205 1145 (+1)<br />

Heathrow<br />

FLIGHTS TO MONTREAL (YUL) FOR:<br />

CANADA: Mont Tremblant<br />

Vancouver Non-stop on request British Airways Daily 1705 1400 (+1)<br />

Heathrow Montreal Non-stop 00V04 Air Canada Daily 1500 0730 (+1)<br />

Heathrow<br />

FLIGHTS TO DENVER (DEN)<br />

USA: Vail, Breckenridge & Winter Park<br />

Montreal Non-stop on request British Airways Daily 1535 0710 (+1)<br />

Heathrow Denver Non-stop on request British Airways Daily 1235 0905 (+1)<br />

AIRLINE CODES<br />

AC Air Canada<br />

BA British Airways<br />

UA United Airlines<br />

AIR CANADA<br />

Air Canada operates scheduled services to Vancouver, Calgary and Montreal from London Heathrow every day.<br />

ECONOMY CLASS<br />

•Online check-in within 24 hours of travel & free seat<br />

selection on a request basis<br />

•31" - 33" seat pitch & 2 x 23kg baggage allowance<br />

per person<br />

•Ski carriage included in price (hold luggage is then<br />

reduced to 1 x 23kg)<br />

•Complimentary hot meal accompanied by a<br />

selection of wines & spirits & a light snack<br />

•In-flight entertainment system & complimentary<br />

headsets<br />

•Some of the fleet have been refurbished and offer<br />

these additional enhancements:<br />

•Adjustable, foldable headrest & ambient mood<br />

lighting to ease jet lag<br />

•Personal 8.9-inch touch-screen TV with hundreds of<br />

hours of top-rated entertainment<br />

•In-seat power for your laptop / USB port for game<br />

controllers / single-pin audio jack for your own<br />

headset<br />

EXECUTIVE FIRST<br />

•Upgrade for added comfort on your journey,<br />

‘Executive First’ offers these enhancements;<br />

•Guaranteed aisle access from your ‘suite’ which<br />

incorporates a workstation<br />

•Fully adjustable head & footrests on a wider seat<br />

that reclines to a lie-flat bed 6'3" (191 cm) long.<br />

•Complimentary Amenity Kit<br />

•Delicious cuisine served with premium wines &<br />

spirits<br />

•Personal access to top-rated entertainment with<br />

your 12” touch-screen TV equipped with noisecanceling<br />

Sennheiser headphones<br />

•Selection of premium newspapers & dedicated<br />

washrooms<br />

BRITISH AIRWAYS<br />

<strong>The</strong> UK’s largest international scheduled airline, with destinations worldwide, departing at convenient<br />

times and landing at the best located airports. Whether in the air or on the ground, British Airways<br />

takes pride in providing a full service experience.<br />

WORLD TRAVELLER<br />

When you fly World <strong>Travel</strong>ler, you can relax in<br />

the knowledge that everything will be taken care<br />

of, allowing you to simply sit back and enjoy<br />

what’s on offer. Your ergonomically designed<br />

seat comes with lumbar support, headrest and<br />

recline.<br />

WORLD TRAVELLER PLUS<br />

For an affordable premium, enjoy the luxury of<br />

20% more personal space than World <strong>Travel</strong>ler<br />

with an additional seven inches legroom. Make<br />

yourself comfortable in your wider, armchair<br />

style seat that comes with adjustable head, foot<br />

and legrest.<br />

CLUB WORLD<br />

Choosing Club World means travelling in<br />

comfort and freedom. Dedicated Departure<br />

Lounges and Elemis <strong>Travel</strong> Spa* are designed to<br />

give you choice before your flight, whether you<br />

want to relax, dine or be pampered.<br />

<strong>The</strong> new Club World seats give you your own<br />

space and time to do what you want, when you<br />

want. <strong>The</strong> very best in local and international<br />

cuisine is served, along with a dedicated wine<br />

cellar.<br />

*Available at London Heathrow and New York<br />

Terminal 7.<br />

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BOOKING DIRECT WITH NEILSON<br />

CALL NEILSON DIRECT FOR RESERVATIONS AND PRE-DEPARTURE INFORMATION & SERVICES<br />

We have a highly trained team of reservations staff to help guide you through the choices available and make<br />

sure you select the right holiday. Our reservations team is ‘in house’ and we endeavour to make sure the<br />

telephone is answered quickly and the right advice given.<br />

(To ensure we consistently deliver good customer service, calls may be recorded or monitored).<br />

www.neilson.co.uk For sales email: sales@neilson.com<br />

For amendments email: admin@neilson.com<br />

RESERVATIONS OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK<br />

MON - FRI 8am to 8pm<br />

SAT 9am to 5pm<br />

SUN 10am to 4pm<br />

Opening hours may be extended in January & February<br />

For enquiries including:<br />

• New bookings<br />

• Groups bookings<br />

• Product information and enquiries<br />

TEL: 0845 070 3460<br />

FAX: 0845 070 3455<br />

A credit card fee of 2.25% is payable for credit card<br />

transactions, maximum charge £50 per booking. No<br />

charge for debit cards or cheques.<br />

BOOK YOUR HOLIDAY ONLINE<br />

www.neilson.co.uk<br />

ADMINISTRATION OPEN 5 DAYS A WEEK<br />

MON - FRI 9am to 5.30pm<br />

For invoice queries, ticketing enquiries or to make<br />

changes to an existing booking:<br />

TEL: 0870 010 1947<br />

Do you want access to a wealth of additional information about your Neilson Ski holiday at your<br />

fingertips? <strong>The</strong>n why not search for your next holiday on www.neilson.co.uk<br />

Our award winning website is home to loads of information, images and advice about our full range of<br />

holidays and activities.<br />

You can also view up-to-date availability, the latest prices and book your holiday there and then.<br />

Before making your booking you must read the full Booking Conditions on pages 382-383 and the Information given on pages 368-381.<br />

When your booking has been made you will be given a Booking Reference Number and this must be quoted on the booking form and in<br />

all correspondence with NEILSON. A deposit per person is payable. Insurance premiums are payable, in addition to the deposits paid.<br />

Any correspondence concerning your booking should be sent to: Neilson, Locksview, Brighton Marina, East Sussex, Brighton, BN2 5HA.<br />

Neilson is a trading name of Thomas Cook Tour Operations Limited, <strong>The</strong> Thomas Cook Business Park, Coningsby Road, Peterborough<br />

PE3 8SB. Registered in England no. 3772199.<br />

TRAVEL AGENTS<br />

Call Neilson’s dedicated travel agents reservations team<br />

to help guide you through the booking process and<br />

select the right holiday for your customers.<br />

Agents Viewdata: via ISTEL using LTS# or<br />

FASTRACK using LTS.<br />

For all enquiries and advice including:<br />

• New bookings<br />

• Groups bookings<br />

• Product information and enquiries<br />

• Amendments and enquiries to existing bookings<br />

TEL: 0845 070 3465<br />

YOUR FINANCIAL PROTECTION<br />

When you buy an ATOL protected air package or flight<br />

from us you will receive a confirmation invoice from us<br />

(or via our authorised agent through which you<br />

booked) confirming your arrangements and your<br />

protection under our Air <strong>Travel</strong> Organiser’s Licence<br />

number 1179. In the unlikely event of our insolvency,<br />

the CAA will ensure that you are not stranded abroad<br />

and will arrange to refund any money you have paid to<br />

us for an advance booking. For further information visit<br />

the ATOL website at www.atol.org.uk.<br />

<strong>The</strong> price of your holiday includes the amount of £1<br />

per person as part of the ATOL Protection Contribution<br />

(APC) we pay to the CAA. This charge is included in<br />

our advertised prices but will be shown separately on<br />

your confirmation invoice.<br />

Where you book a package holiday from our<br />

brochure/website which does not inculude a flight, we<br />

provide security by way of a bond held by ABTA.<br />

V6896<br />

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Andorra<br />

Austria<br />

Bulgaria &<br />

Romania<br />

Canada<br />

Finland<br />

France<br />

Italy<br />

Norway<br />

Spain<br />

Sweden<br />

Switzerland<br />

USA<br />

Resort Resort<br />

altitude<br />

RESORT FINDER<br />

Arinsal 148 1475m 2560m 4 � 3 2 3 TLS Sun 4hrs T 3 3<br />

Pas de la Casa 158 2100m 2640m 4 4 3 1 TLS Sun 3hrs PB 4 3<br />

Soldeu/El Tarter 152 1800m 2640m 4 � 4 3 3 TLS Sun 3hrs 30mins PB 3 3<br />

Ellmau/Scheffau 247 820m 1830m 4 4 3 3 SZG Sat 1hr 30mins T 1 3<br />

Galtür 215 1635m 2297m 4 � 4 3 4 INN Sat 2hrs T 2 2<br />

Kaprun 262 770m 3030m � 3 4 3 3 SZG Sat 1hr 30mins T 3 3<br />

Katschberg 275 1640m 2220m 4 � 3 2 FAMILY RESORT SZG Sat 1hr 30mins T 1 2<br />

Kitzbühel 250 760m 2000m 3 4 3 3 SZG Sat 1hr 30mins � PA 4 2<br />

Kirchberg 250 850m 2000m 3 4 3 3 SZG Sat 1hr 30mins T 3 3<br />

Maria Alm 269 800m 1900m 4 4 3 3 SZG Sat 1hr 30mins T 2 3<br />

Mayrhofen 231 630m 2500m � 4 4 3 3 INN Sat 1hr 20mins PA 4 3<br />

Niederau/Oberau 237 830m 1905m 4 � 2 1 FAMILY RESORT INN Sat 1hr 30mins T 1 4<br />

Obergurgl/Hochgurgl 226 1930m 3080m 4 � 4 2 3 INN Sat 1hr 30mins T 1 2<br />

Rauris 272 950m 2200m 4 � 2 1 FAMILY RESORT SZG Sat 2hrs T 1 4<br />

Saalbach/Hinterglemm 254 1000m 2095m 3 4 3 3 SZG Sat 2hrs � T 4 2<br />

Seefeld 211 1200m 2100m 4 � 2 1 FAMILY RESORT INN Sat 30mins T 2 2<br />

Sölden 222 1380m 3250m � 3 4 3 3 INN Sat 1hr 30mins T 4 3<br />

Söll 242 703m 1830m 4 � 4 3 2 SZG Sat 1hr 30mins � T 4 3<br />

St Anton 218 1304m 2811m 1 4 4 2 INN Sat 1hr 30mins T 4 2<br />

St Christoph 218 1800m 2811m 3 4 4 3 INN Sat 1hr 30mins T 1 2<br />

Zell am See 262 755m 3030m � 3 4 3 3 SZG Sat 1hr 30mins PA 3 2<br />

Bansko 136 930m 2560m 4 � 3 2 3 SOF Sat 3hrs PA 3 4<br />

Borovets 132 1350m 2560m 4 � 3 2 FAMILY RESORT SOF Sat 1hr 30mins PB 4 4<br />

Pamporovo 142 1650m 1926m 3 2 1 3 SOF Sat 4hrs T 3 4<br />

Poiana Brasov 129 1020m 1775m 4 � 2 0 2 OTP Sat 3hrs 15mins PB 2 4<br />

Banff 54 1380m 2730m 4 � 4 4 3 YYC Wed & Sat 1hr 45mins T 4 3<br />

Kicking Horse 51 1188m 2448m 1 2 4 1 YYC Wed & Sat 3hrs PB 2 3<br />

Lake Louise 61 1645m 2730m 4 4 4 2 YYC Wed & Sat 2hrs 30mins PB 1 3<br />

Mont Tremblant 64 265m 915m 4 � 4 3 4 YUL Wed & Sat 1hr 30mins PB 3 2<br />

Whistler 44 675m 2284m � 4 � 4 4 4 YVR Wed & Sat 2hrs 30mins PB 4 2<br />

Levi 101 203m 533m 4 3 1 4 KTT Sat 20mins � PA 1 2<br />

Ylläs 97 255m 718m 4 3 1 4 KTT Sat 40mins � PA 1 2<br />

Alpe d’Huez 320 1860m 3320m � 4 � 4 3 FAMILY RESORT GNB Sat 2hrs � T 4 2<br />

Avoriaz 279 1800m 2275m 4 � 4 2 3 GVA Sat 1hr 45mins PB 2 3<br />

Chamonix 282 1035m 3842m � 1 3 4 2 GVA Sat 1hr 30mins PA 4 2<br />

Courchevel 352 1650-1850 3230m � 4 � 4 4 2 GVA/GNB Sat 3hrs/2hrs 30mins � T 4 1<br />

Flaine 286 1600m 2480m 4 � 4 3 3 GVA Sat 1hr 30mins � PB 2 2<br />

La Plagne 293 2050m 3250m � 3 4 4 3 GNB Sat 2hrs 30mins � PB 2 2<br />

La Rosière 290 1850m 2610m 4 � 4 3 GNB Sat 3hrs � T 2 3<br />

La Tania 344 1350m 3230m � 2 4 3 3 GVA/GNB Sat 3hrs/2hrs 30mins PB 1 3<br />

Les Arcs 1800/1950/2000 302 1800-2000 3226m � 3 4 4 3 GNB Sat 3hrs � PB 2 2<br />

Les Deux Alpes* 326 1650m 3570m � 3 � 4 4 FAMILY RESORT GNB Sat 2hrs 30mins � T 4 2<br />

Les Menuires 358 1850m 3230m � 3 4 4 FAMILY 3RESORT GVA/GNB Sat 3hrs/2hrs 30mins � PB 1 2<br />

Méribel 346 1450m 2952m 3 4 4 3 GVA/GNB Sat 3hrs/2hrs 30mins � T 4 1<br />

Montgenèvre 338 1850m 2650m 3 4 3 3 TRN Sun 1hr 45mins � T 2 3<br />

Mottaret 346 1700m 2952m 3 4 4 3 GVA/GNB Sat 3hrs/2hrs 30mins � PB 4 1<br />

Serre Chevalier 334 1400m 2830m 3 4 4 3 TRN Sun 2hrs 15mins � T 3 3<br />

Tignes 314 2100m 3456m � 3 4 4 3 GNB Sat 3hrs 30mins � PB 4 2<br />

Val d’Isère 309 1850m 3450m � 3 4 4 2 GNB Sat 3hrs 30mins � T 4 1<br />

Valmorel 341 1400m 2550m 4 � 3 2 FAMILY RESORT GVA Sat 3hrs 15mins PB 1 3<br />

Val Thorens 362 2300m 3230m � 3 4 4 3 GVA/GNB Sat 3hrs 30mins/3hrs � PB 2 2<br />

Arabba 176 1600m 3342m � 2 4 3 3 VBS Sat 4hrs � T 2 2<br />

Bardonecchia 207 1312m 2750m 3 3 2 3 TRN Sun 1hr 30mins PA 3 3<br />

Canazei/Campitello 180 1300m 3342m � 2 4 3 3 VBS Sat 3hrs 30mins T 3 3<br />

Corvara 188 1568m 2949m � 3 4 3 3 VBS Sat 3hrs 30mins T 4 2<br />

Plan de Corones 191 900m 2275m 3 � 4 3 3 INN Sat 1hr 30mins PB 3 3<br />

La Thuile 196 1450m 2610m 4 � 4 3 3 TRN Sun 2hrs T 1 3<br />

Livigno 163 1815m 2800m 4 4 2 3 VBS/INN Sat 5hrs/3hrs T 3 4<br />

Passo Tonale 170 1883m 3069m � 4 � 4 2 3 VBS Sat 2hr 45mins PB 2 3<br />

Sauze d’Oulx 199 1509m 2825m 2 4 3 1 TRN Sun 1hr 30mins � T 4 3<br />

Sestrière/Pragelato 203 2035m 2825m 3 4 3 2 TRN Sun 1hr 45mins PB 2 3<br />

Selva/St Cristina/Ortisei 183 1563m 3342m � 3 4 3 3 VBS Sat 3hrs 30mins T 3 2<br />

Versciaco 194 1131m 2200m 4 3 1 4 INN Sat 2hrs 30mins T 1 3<br />

Beitostølen 69 900m 1107m 4 � 3 1 FAMILY RESORT VDB Sun 45mins T 1 2<br />

Geilo 76 800m 1173m 4 � 3 1 FAMILY RESORT VDB Sun 2hrs � PA 1 2<br />

Hemsedal 72 640m 1497m 4 3 3 2 VDB Sun 1hr 40mins PB 3 2<br />

Lillehammer/Hafjell 82 230m 830m 4 3 2 4 OSL Sun 2hrs PA 3 2<br />

Formigal 106 1550m 2250m 2 3 3 3 HSK Sun 1hr 30mins PB 1 4<br />

Åre 87 380m 1274m 3 4 3 3 OSD Sun 1hr PA 4 2<br />

Vemdalen 92 710m 946m 4 � 3 1 FAMILY RESORT OSD Sun 1hr 30mins � PA 1 2<br />

Grindelwald 112 1034. 2505m � 2 3 2 3 ZRH Any 3hrs 15mins T 3 3<br />

Zermatt 118 1620m 3820m � 2 4 4 3 GVA Any 3hrs 30mins PA 4 1<br />

Wengen 114 1274m 2470m 2 3 1 3 ZRH Any 3hrs 30mins T 3 3<br />

Saas Fee 120 1800m 3600m � 3 3 1 4 GVA Any 3hrs 30mins T 3 2<br />

Engelberg 122 1050m 3050m � 3 4 4 3 GVA Any 2hrs 40mins PA 2 3<br />

Davos/Klosters 124 1191/1540 2844m 3 4 4 3 ZRH Any 2hrs 45mins PA 3 1<br />

Arosa 126 1800m 2653m 4 2 1 4 ZRH Any 2hrs 30mins T 2 3<br />

Villars/Les Diablerets 116 1300m 3000m � 3 3 2 4 GVA Any 2hrs 30mins PA 3 2<br />

Breckenridge 36 2925m 3915m 3 4 3 4 DEN Everyday 1hr 45mins PB 4 3<br />

Vail 33 2500m 3525m 3 4 4 4 DEN Everyday 1hr 45mins T 3 2<br />

Winter Park 40 2745m 3675m 4 3 4 3 DEN Everyday 1hr 30mins PA 2 3<br />

<strong>SKI</strong>ERS/BOARDER TYPES:<br />

1 = Fair 3 = Good<br />

2 = Moderate 4 = Excellent<br />

* Neilson operated childrens clubs available, Snowangels, Snowman & Snowbusters<br />

Page<br />

Top lift<br />

height<br />

NIGHTLIFE:<br />

1 = Some 4 = Loads of<br />

2 = Reasonable selection<br />

3 = Good<br />

Glacier<br />

Beginners<br />

‘Learn to Turn’<br />

Intermediates<br />

VALUE FOR MONEY:<br />

1 = Expensive 3 = Reasonable<br />

2 = Moderate 4 = Economic<br />

Advanced<br />

Families<br />

Gateway<br />

Airport<br />

Departure<br />

Day<br />

Transfer<br />

Time<br />

Neilson Chalet<br />

or Hotel<br />

PRE-ALPINE = PA<br />

TRADITIONAL = T<br />

PURPOSE-BUILT = PB<br />

Villages that existed before downhill skiing was Once small summertime populated clusters Built in the last 30 years, many high rise<br />

introduced. Tend to have good community<br />

feel, usually a bus ride to the slopes.<br />

of housing. Transformed into resorts. buildings, easy slope access.<br />

Resort<br />

Type<br />

Nightlife<br />

Value for<br />

Money<br />

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