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Snow seekers
By on 16/10/2007 11:13:13
It’s snow time! Here are some of the year’s best family events to enjoy.
It's snowing! Squeeze in a week’s pre-Christmas family skiing here at the start of the season in November, when US and Canadian resorts officially open, and take advantage of fresh snow and great prices. Contact Crystal, tel: 0870
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Obergurgl in Austria
By Lizzie Wells on 05/10/2010 13:03:54
With its excellent snow quality and quantity, Obergurgl is one of Austria's top family ski resorts
in every suite, the chalet combines both convenience and privacy. From £1,219 per adult and £1,097 per child for half board, including flights (but excluding childcare) for a week.
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Swiss room with a view
By Kate Donoughue on 19/04/2011 12:22:40
A summer visit to Gstaad – what happens when the snow's all gone
experience in its ample spa and great children’s activities, including summer tobogganing. But arguably the biggest draw is an overnight stay at the Walig Hut. Perched 1,700m above the village of Gsteig, the chic mountain retreat offers families breathtaking
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Five great destinations for a White Christmas
By Catherine O'Dolan on 23/11/2010 16:30:48
Whether it's super-soft snow, soothing sands, or white-water rafting, you can have yourself a white Christmas with these fantastic festive breaks
is now a development of 12 stunning New England-style beachfront houses. Overlooking the empty white beaches of the Isles of Scilly, brushed by the frothy waves of the icy Atlantic, they offer an enchanting Christmas hideaway. If not dusted in snow
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Courchevel
By Lizzie Wells on 05/10/2010 12:54:36
One of the chicest resorts in France, Courchevel has lots to offer families
treatments at their Sport Chic Spa. A week in a duplex suite costs from £18,460, half board.
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Grindelwald and Rocksresort in Laax, Switzerland
By Lizzie Wells on 05/10/2010 13:11:13
Family ski specialist Powder Byrne pick some of their favourite Swiss slopes for family skiing
Grindelwald, Switzerland is simply stunning – conjure up an image in your mind of the perfect chocolate-box Swiss village and you’re there. Surrounded by some of Europe’s most spectular peaks, it is both one of the oldest ski resorts in the world, and one of the most charming. A ...
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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
delight in the child-sized bath robes and slippers, tuck into the fabulous children’s menu and take part in the children’s programmes, you can indulge in the world-class spa. Prices start from £4,000 per adult and £1,000 per child on a B&B basis for ten
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A taste of skiing Italian style at Courmayeur
By Lizzie Wells on 05/10/2010 13:33:55
Courmayeur's grand setting - at the foot of Mont Blanc - adds to its attraction
and restaurants, and just a few minutes’ walk from the cable car. Mark Warner offers family breaks during school holidays (over-sevens only) for a week, including half board, flights and transfers, from £1,095 per adult and £1,035 per child.
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Les Gets in the French Alps
By Lizzie Wells on 05/10/2010 12:31:01
Les Gets is a firm family favourite for skiiers of all ages
per adult and £690 for children aged two to 12 years on a half-board basis, including ferry crossing or airport transfers, and five days of childcare is included in the cost. Also in Les Gets, try the VIP Ski’s brand-new Altitude Lodge, located right
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Tivoli Lodge in Davos, Switzerland
By Lizzie Wells on 05/10/2010 13:11:12
For the ultimate in mountain luxury, Tivoli Lodge in Davos Klosters has it all
pool and sauna. One week costs from £2,230 per person (based on 12 sharing) and this includes children’s lunch and supper every day, champagne and canapes each night, dinner on six nights, an open spirits bar and a range of soft drink and carefully
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