Bianca's guide to Ski

Skiing is a fantastic holiday to consider but if you have never skied before the planning can be a bit mind boggling! Which resort, which airport, what do I need to take, do I go self catering, or half board! So much to choose from and don’t know where to start don't panic I am the ‘Ski Specialist’ and have extensively skied in Europe and America. I can help you plan your perfect ski experience from beginners to experts alike, from the challenging mountains in the Alps to the world of champagne powder in North America and Canada.

Whatever your needs I can help so give me a call today and lets get planning or before you know the snow will have melted and the season over!

My Top Spots for Skiing!

Les Trios Vallees

Meribel, Courchevel, Val Thorens – some of the best skiing in Europe, the expansive terrain of the Trios Vallees is a daredevils paradise but also fantastic for anyone who wants to try it for the first time. If you’re a non skier then head for the smart boutiques, fine restaurants and the tempting nightspots a cosmopolitan affair!

Austria

Everything about the Austrian Alps is great; it’s simply a huddle of charming alpine villages dotted around glorious summits. From the medieval town of Kitzbuhel with its cobbled streets, lights that line every roof twinkling in the glittering snow, to the intimate resort of Zurs fantastic for powder skiers or boarders or St Anton with its stunning views from the top of Galzig. The Tyrolean cuisine is also something not to miss out on! There are so many gorgeous villages to choose from if you are a non skier you would be spoilt by the scenery and walks.

Colorado

Great choice of resorts from celebrity spotting in Vail to your traditional village life in Winter Park. Great choice for any level of skier or boarder and will suit all budgets. With direct flights to Denver from London and for most resorts about a 2 hour transfer it’s a great place for families too.

Italy

Has an extensive ski area with a good guarantee of snow! Great place for beginners and for me Italy is always a big winner being a lover of Italian food and of course the Ice Cream!! Italy offers a good range of accommodation and will suit all budgets.


Here are some of my hotel recommendations.

Les Barmes De L’Ours – Val D’Isere France

Set at the foot of the Bellevarde Olympic ski run, this charming chalet style hotel is the ultimate in luxury offering superb ski in and ski out location, lavish dining options and an exclusive Spa. Just a short walk from the hotel is the lively village centre with a choice of ski lifts linking you to the vast Espace Killy.

 

 

Les Grandes Alpes – Couchevel 1850 France

In a prime ski in ski out location in the heart of Courchevel 1850 this friendly family run hotel offers an excellent choice for skiers of all levels. This hotel is in the style of a classic Savoie chalet with a comfortable lounge and roaring open fire, there is a delightful restaurant and popular bar for the all important après ski!

 

 

Hotel Tennerhof – Kitzbuhel Austria

A Relais & Chateaux hotel and Kitzbuhels first five star hotel was oringally a seventeenth century farmhouse. Offering forty rooms and suites individually furnished in typical Tyrolean style with hand painted armoires and antiques. It has a relaxed ambience and recently received its first Michelin star. The ski area is easily reached with a complimentary shuttle from the hotel.

 

The Lodge at Vail – Vail USA

An intimate alpine lodge with a perfect location at the base of Vail Mountain just moments away from the pedestrian village and the high speed chairlift. This hotel offers first class service, award winning cuisine, chalet style guest rooms and a new luxurious spa!

 

The Hermitage – Cervinia Italy

A Relais and & Chateaux property based at the foot of the Matterhorn offering guests and expansive ski area which links into Zermatt Switzerland. From the seventeenth century polished parquet floors to the granite walls and timber beams, the Hermitage defines Alpine sophistication. The intimate La Chandelle restaurant offers cuisine from the Valle D’Aosta, wine and cheese tastings are also available in the cellar. If you’re a non skier then why not devote a little time to be pampered with a La Prairie Spa treatment.

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