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Postcard from...Morzine
By Junior on 04/08/2011 15:39:58
Find out why Morzine is a ideal holiday destination
Where? Perched high in the alps, Morzine is one of 12 resorts in the Portes du Soleil ski area. Why go there? Famed for its skiing, the traditional market town now boasts lots of summer activities in four key areas: Zen, Gastronomy, Family
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Swish Swiss bliss
By Junior on 05/08/2011 11:52:22
Expect an action-packed holiday at the resort of Laax
destinations article and The coolest family ski trips in our Ski and activity section.
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Ski chalets in Morzine and Chamonix
By Junior on 02/08/2011 11:52:35
Special ski chalets with special features for families
and babysitting can also be arranged.From £329 per person per week, excluding flight, with a £50 discount for children under 12.Tel: 0870 0687030 or visit www.rudechalets.comOur Ski & activity section has plenty more ideas for a fun time on the slopes.
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Snow luxury in Verbier
By Junior on 09/08/2011 10:40:17
The ski resort of Verbier in the Swiss Alps is recognised as one of the finest off-piste destinations in the world, and now it can add world-class family facilities to its reputation
The Verbier ski schools offer skiing classes for children aged five and upwards. And for younger children and toddlers, there is also plenty to enjoy, including husky sledge rides with Swiss Mountain Spirit and toboggan rides on the nursery slopes
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Snow train to Méribel
By Junior on 01/08/2011 14:14:32
Plan your rail journey to a ski resort with ease
to book rail journeys and how to get the best fares.Travelling by train from the UK to European ski resorts is comfortable and stress-free – and children under four travel free. Some resorts can be reached directly from London without a change of train
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Austrian adventures
By Junior on 23/08/2011 17:07:55
If you fancy a skiing holiday with a few more exciting winter sports thrown in for good measure, then visit the beautiful Brand Valley in Austria
and beauty treatments to unwind from the activities. Seven nights at the Walliserhof costs from €2,436 for a family room that sleeps six.Visit www.walliserhof.at
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Slopes of Slovakia
By Junior on 24/08/2011 11:07:42
For a skiing holiday with a difference, venture to the resort of trbské Pleso in Slovakia’s High Tatra mountains
As well as slopes for skiiers of all abilities, children will love the chance to have a go at dog-sledging, while adults may enjoy ski touring – where you walk on special mohair skins to access action-packed off-piste skiing. Stay at the Grand Hotel
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Whistler: North America's favourite ski resort
By Lizzie Wells on 05/10/2010 13:33:54
The Canadian resort of Whistler has stunning views and great outdoor adventures
nights, including return flights with BA to Vancouver airport and private transfers.Further south, for a mix of ski and other winter activities, try Winter Park in the Colorado Mountains. This unspoilt village has sleigh rides, ice skating and dog
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Delicious meals at Descent
By Junior on 11/08/2011 13:10:26
Jane Fearnley-Whittingstall has created the healthy and mouthwatering children's menu for the ski operator, Descent
Ultra-luxury ski operator Descent has hired Jane Fearnley-Whittingstall – mother of television chef Hugh and author of The Good Granny Guide – to devise the children’s meals served in their chalets even more delicious, filled with nutritious
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Family Ski Season Highlights 2010-2011
By Lizzie Wells on 05/10/2010 12:31:01
Junior round-up of some of our favourite family ski resorts and destinations
be bitterly cold, especially for little ones who aren’t particularly active. Easter breaks offer warmer climates but often poorer snow conditions, particularly on the nursery slopes – unless you opt to stay in a high-altitude resort. For young children, look
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