Tuesday 20 November 2018

5 Best Resorts for Family Skiing


5 Best Resorts for Family Skiing

Skiing is an activity the whole family can enjoy. With a range of mountain and indoor activities, skiing has something for everyone.

There are plenty of family packages available to help you get the most out of your holiday. You can take advantage of the child care services and catered accommodation at your resort.

Are you planning your next ski adventure? Are you unsure which resort is right for your family? These are the 5 best resorts for family skiing.

Méribel, France

Méribel is ideal for a family ski break. Situated in the Three Valleys, this resort is absolutely stunning, with stunning luxury chalets to match.

There are runs that are well suited to beginners and children, as well as events designed for

teenagers.

Experience one of these fun-filled activities:

·       The Olympic Park

·       Tobogganing

·       Skijoring

·       Hiking

For very young children, hire a nanny or use the resort’s kindergarten and day care services.

The fun doesn’t stop in the evening! Try a traditional Alpine restaurant, go to a pool party or watch a live music act.



St Anton, Austria

St Anton is a haven for families. It has retained its traditional feel whilst becoming a modern ski resort.

It has some of the best off-piste courses for those who are seeking an adventure. As well as this, the family can enjoy a wealth of sports and activities such as:

·       Tobogganing

·       Curling

·       Snowshoeing

Experience the Children’s Paradise where the kids are in in charge! They can take part in a ski lesson with expert instructors who will then award them with a performance pass.

There are many accommodation options that are sure to suit any family. Stay in a catered chalet for an intimate and cosy family experience or continue your adventure by going camping!

La Clusaz, France

La Clusaz has been given the Famille Plus label for its dedication to affordable family ski holidays. The amount of activities on offer means that the family will never be bored. Here are just some of the activities you can try:

·       Dog sledding

·       Ice skating

·       Crazy golf

·       Ice bumpers

If you want some time away from the children, you can take them to a child care centre or use a nanny service. There are also ski lessons designed for children of all ages and abilities.

There’s a great selection of fun and cosy restaurants you can try if you want to spend some more quality time with your family.


Le Grand-Bornand is beautiful and charming. This French resort prioritises families and has a number of facilities available, such as a nanny service, to create a better family-friendly experience. You can make use of the following services and activities:

·       Play area

·       Baby’s corner

·       Rock climbing

·       Hot air balloon

If you want to try a more traditional activity, there are cheese making demonstrations and chocolate making courses which is definitely something everyone can enjoy!

Megѐve, France

Megѐve is essentially a large playground for children to enjoy. It’s also a traditional and authentic resort which is rich in history and culture. Why not take your family on an adventure? You can try:

·       The Adventure Park

·       Paintballing

·       Ice hockey

For very young children there’s a nursery or nanny service and for older children there is plenty to do. With a family ski pass you can get unlimited entry into the resort’s sports centre when you want to take a break from the slopes.

If you’re there at Christmas time, then be sure to head over to see the town’s beautiful Christmas tree. You might even receive a treat from Santa himself!

Tempted to head to one of these resorts with your family this ski season? Time to get booking! Start your holiday off on the right foot with a private airport transfer.
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Friday 16 November 2018

Chasing snowflakes


We have been chasing snowflakes since 2003, building snowmen and treasure hunting in the Narnia woods, baking gingerbread, freezing balloons and decorating trees with reindeer shapes and angels. Now we are looking forward to doing this again, for the 16th season. The first snowflakes have fallen in the Alps and our new nannies have been very excited to try the uniform and get their activity boxes ready. Wow what a start!
This season we are very lucky to welcome most of our existing nannies again and have added a few new ones too.
We have kept all our resorts so we will operate in Meribel, Courchevel, La Tania, Chamonix, Megeve, La Clusaz and the famous St Anton and Lech.
January discounts are available for full time packages, so if you are looking for expert childcare you need to hurry as many weeks are already booked.
A 10% discount is applied also to full time bookings in March, made within November (subject to availability).
We look forward to welcoming you this winter and look after your little ones while you are having the perfect ski holiday.