Ski around the world with Neilson

Ski around the world with Neilson.  Neilson offer an amazing range of ski holidays in the Alps, Scandanavia and the Americas. Whether you're a complete beginner or an expert they can get you to the very best ski slopes at extremely competitive prices.

With flights from all the main UK airports and a choice of catering or self-catering packages you're sure to find a great deal.

Take a look at some of the countries Neilson can take you to for your wintersports holiday:

Andorra - Andorra has a reputation for outstanding ski schools, the latest lift systems and varied ski areas at a reasonable price, a recipe for great skiing holidays - partucularly for beginners.

Austria - Austria is home to picturesque villages, traditional family-run hotels and welcoming hospitality making it a great destination for package skiing holidays.

Bulgaria - Skiing and snowboarding holidays in Bulgaria are ideal for beginners and families thanks to it’s award winning ski schools, excellent service and great value skiing.

Canada - Canada undoubtedly offers some of the best snowboarding and skiing holidays in the world, with its fantastic snow record and impressive mountain ranges.

France - France has ski holidays to suit everyone, from beginners and families to the seasoned pro, massive ski areas to small traditional villages, France has it all!

Italy - The Winter Olympics boosted Italy’s popularity for skiing holidays thanks to huge investment in the host resorts, making them more attractive than ever.

Norway - Skiing holidays in Norway offer traditional, snow sure, family-friendly resorts for a completely unique winter experience.

Sweden - Apart from fantastic ski package holidays, Sweden offers an all-round winter experience with a huge array of non-ski activities.

Switzerland - Swiss Travel Service offer a full range of travel options for your ski holiday to Switzerland and the flexibility to tailor your holiday to meet your needs.

USA - A skiing or snowboarding holiday in America has all the ingredients for a great stay.

Austrian Ski Holidays from Neilson

Austrian Ski Holidays from Neilson
Austria is home to picturesque villages, traditional family-run hotels and welcoming hospitality making it a great destination for package skiing holidays.

The stunning Alps mountain range covers most of Austria so it is hardly surprising that so many people opt for a skiing holiday in Austria. It is one of the worlds top ski destinations offering great terrain for all abilities, charming ski villages, warm, welcoming hospitality, breathtaking scenery and hearty and delicious cuisine.

Resorts
For a complete variety of skiing holidays, Austria has it all. Lively resorts such as St Anton, Solden and Saalbach-Hinterglemm are famed for their spirited après ski which starts in slopeside mountain bars early afternoon.

Quieter, family-orientated resorts such as Katschberg, Niederau, Oberau, Rauris and Galtur, are fantastic family ski destinations for unforgettable experiences.

Neilson features a selection of high altitude and glacier resorts in Austria. The Austrian glacier resorts of Kaprun, Mayrhofen and Solden virtually guarantee great snow conditions, plus many more resorts offer high altitude skiing such as Obergurgl, Hochgurgl, St Anton and St Christoph.

Ski Holidays in Austria - Highlights
• Choose from over a dozen original Austrian mountain village locations
• Authentic Austrian Apres-Ski in the lively and traditional Tirolean fashion
• The delicious mountain cooking and celebrated Konditorei cakes
• Many family-run and friendly accommodation options to suit families with young children
• Private limousine transfers direct to your accommodation
• Excellent skiing tuition from beginner to expert
• Skiing for beginners - Look out for the Neilson Learn to Turn for adult beginners
• Facilities for children - Look out for the our best familiy resorts
 
Find out more - Visit the Neilson Website

April Ski Holiday Offers From Neilson

Neilson have the following offers available on April ski holidays in Italy, France, Andorra and Austria:

Arabba, Italy
Arabba sits almost at the head of a valley, one of the highest resorts in the Dolomites. With its snowsure north facing slopes, access to the Marmolada glacier, and being positioned right on the Sella Ronda circuit, the gateway to over a thousand kilometres of groomed pistes you could not pick a better place if your winter holiday is all about the skiing.

Date: 3rd April 2010
Airport: London Gatwick
Country: Italy
Resort: Arabba
Accommodation: Chalet Karin
Board: 3*
Price: £599pp

Saving: £135

Mayrhofen, Austria
The extent and variety of terrain makes this resort suitable for all abilities, as highly regarded by families and couples as it is by groups.

Date: 3rd April 2010
Airport: Manchester
Country: Austria
Resort: Mayrhofen
Accommodation: Kristall Hotel
Board: 3*
Price: £628pp
Saving: £80

Flaine, France
Situated in the centre of a massive bowl, the pistes and lifts radiate out from the resort of Flaine like a giant snowy octopus. Literally a resort in the thick of things, designed with convenience for all in mind.

Date: 3rd April 2010
Airport: London Gatwick
Country: France
Resort: Flaine
Accommodation: Hameau De Flaine
Board: 3*
Price: £599pp
Saving: £119

Les Deux Alpes, France
One of our top selling resorts! Snowsure great on and off-piste and a lively resort. Unusually, some of the beginners' pistes are on the glacier, so have fantastic snow conditions ideal for learning.

Date: 3rd April 2010
Airport: Bristol
Country: France
Resort: Les Deux Alpes
Accommodation: Chalet Chartreuse
Board: 4*
Price: £749pp
Saving: £259

Arinsal, Andorra
The ski areas of Arinsal & La Massana and Pal have received substantial and continued investment over recent years. Things really have changed and it shows! This is a fantastic area for beginners, improvers and families and is certainly not given enough credit.

Date: 4th April 2010
Airport: Manchester
Country: Andorra
Resort: Arinsal
Accommodation: Hotel St Gothard
Board: 4*
Price: £399pp
Saving: £80

Neilson April Ski Offers - Find Out More

Terms & Conditions:
*Neilson holds the right to withdraw these offers at anytime, and all offers are subject to availability.
Prices are per person.
Offers can not be combined with any other discount, and are for new bookings only.
All offers are based on maximum occupancy of a room, or apartment and include all fuel, atol, and late booking charges.
Accommodation, meal and regional flight supplements may apply.

Club Med Switzerland Ski Offer

Club Med are offering big reductions on last minute skiing holidays in Saint-Moritz Roi Soleil, Switzerland.

7 nights departing 27th February from GBP999pp excluding transport - Save up to GBP378pp.

7 nights departing 6th March from GBP799pp excluding transport - Save up to GBP175pp.

Nestling at the foot of the snow-covered mountains, Saint-Moritz Roi Soleil stands at an altitude of 1,750 metres (5740 ft), near the lake that lies by the town.

Tucked away in this cosmopolitan and very select resort - the birthplace of alpine skiing - the Resort effortlessly combines luxury and tradition, and offers a wide range of unique pursuits including horse and greyhound racing, polo, or the famous "Cresta Run" on the nearby frozen lake.

In this fabulous world of freedom, parents and children can meet up on the play zone after a day's skiing, for a sledging session.

Parks & Gardens - The Resort is located at high altitude, where the vegetation consists mainly of pine trees. It lies at the edge of the forest and has a huge range of paths for walkers.

Resort Highlights
● A highly select, cosmopolitan ski resort, the home of Alpine skiing
● 350 kms (220 miles) of pistes for skiing and snowboarding, 170 kms (105 miles) of cross-country runs
● Discovery: snowshoe walks and long walks in the valley
● Relaxation: pool, Club Med fitness, stretching, etc
● Five restaurants to choose from, on the slopes or in the Resort

La Haute-Engadine ski domain
 - Diavolezza-Lagalb, Corviglia, Corvatsch and Furtschellas
 - Bus access to the various massifs of the Haute Engadine (conditional on inter-resort agreements): Diavolezza-Lagalb, Corviglia, Corvatsch, Furtschellas.
 - Altitude between 3,300m and 1,750.
 - 56 ski-lifts; 260 snow cannons; snowpark in Corviglia.
 - 350 km of ski runs: 35 black; 22 red; 31 blue; 170km of cross-country ski trails.

Alpine skiing - Included in your package
Access by bus to the mountains of the Haute Engadine range.  Professional ski instructors who know the ski domain by heart will guide you down the slopes best suited to your skills, to ensure you progress safely and surely in the best possible conditions.

Ski lift pass included
NB: if you wish to ski on your day of arrival, you can purchase a one-day pass, on site.

Equipment
Top quality equipment* and the Ski Service to ensure your satisfaction

Tuition
- From age 12, our group lessons last the whole day, for a period of 5 days
- Small groups of around 12 people
- To guarantee beginners' progress, they are expected to start lessons the day after arrival at the Resort.
- If you book a weekend stay (Friday evening to Sunday) or a long weekend (Thursday evening to Sunday), you can ski at your own pace, there are no skiing lessons scheduled.

 - For one-week stays, lessons begin the day after main arrival day.

Children Welcome
The Club Med Resort welcomes children from 4 months with children's club facilities from 4 years old.  This Resort offers the following children's facilities:
- Mini Club Med (From 4 to under 11)
- Juniors' Club Med (from 11 to under 18)

This is an online-only exclusive offer.

Find out more on the Club Med Website

Last Minute Ski Holidays from Club Med

Club Med is renowned for its up-market all-inclusive ski holidays in some of the best resorts of Europe. 

If you can move quickly then you can snap up one of their last minute online exclusive offers to Saint-Moritz Roi Soleil in Switzerland or Arcs Extreme and La Plagne in France.

You'll have to move quickly though as these offers won't hang around long:

Saint-Moritz Roi Soleil, Switzerland
7 nights departing 23rd January from GBP679pp.  Save up to GBP213pp excluding transport.

7 nights departing 30th January from GBP799pp.  Save up to GBP195pp excluding transport.

Resort Highlights
 - Alpine skiing, cross-country skiing, snowboarding lessons, ski pass included
 - Activities for discovering Haute-Engadine
 - Indoor swimming pool, Club Med Spa*, hammam and sauna

Arcs Extrême, France
7 nights dep. 31 January from £659pp
Save up to £166pp excluding transport

Resort Highlights
 - Paradiski ski domain skiing, ski-to-the door-skiing
 - Special snowsports programme for teenagers
 - Ski and snowboard lessons, ski pass included in the package price

La Plagne 2100, France
7 nights dep. 31 January from £999pp
Save up to £250pp excluding transport

Resort Highlights
 - Paradiski ski domain skiing with ski-to-the-door skiing
 - Ski and snowboarding lessons, ski pass included
 - Ice cave, skating rink, bob-rafting included

See all Club Med Online Exclusive Offers

Skiing in British Columbia, Canada with Neilson

With British Columbia preparing itself for this year's Winter Olympics, there has never been a better time to visit and experience some of the best ski and snowboarding conditions in the world. Take a trip to either Whistler or Kicking Horse in 2010 for a truly breathtaking ski holiday.

Whistler
This west coast mountain resort is world-renowned as being North America’s biggest and best - both in area & vertical. The 216km of pistes cover two mountains & are linked by an impressive high-speed lift system. Whether a complete novice or a downhill Olympian, there is an amazing choice of well laid out, maintained & signposted slopes. Beginners learn quickly with excellent tuition while intermediates & advanced skiers & boarders revel in the sheer variety of piste & deep powder bowls available.

The accommodation Nelson feature is in one of the two most conveniently located, pedestrianised village areas, each lying at the foot of their respective mountain & a short ten minute walk apart. Both Blackcomb & Whistler Villages are teeming with shops, boutiques, restaurants, bars & clubs & there are many exciting on & off slope activities to try out. It’s a party town with a relaxed west coast buzz & a roaring après-ski scene.

Prices from £578pp - Book online and save up to 7%

Kicking Horse
There are greens & blues that weave their way gently down from the top of the Golden Eagle Express Gondola providing ample entertainment for beginners - but more testing terrain is where Kicking Horse really shines fro your ski holiday. Untracked powder in the numerous bowls & glades flanking the steep ridges. Adrenaline junkies can charge down a 4,000 foot ski out, the second longest in Canada, Kicking Horse will no doubt challenge you for the duration of your ski holiday.

There’s a great deal of Canadian history here; right now there’s rapid growth with investment in both lifts & high quality slope side accommodation. The reason for all the investment is the resort’s ideal geographic position for ski holidays- which means it gets ample supplies of light, dry snow - it’s ‘champagne powder heaven’.

Stay here for your ski holiday in Canada for easy access to great slopes, good quality accommodation & top rate restaurants. If you opt for ski or board tuition then video analysis is included for all 6 day ski holiday courses.

Book online and save 7%

Ski Italy's South Tyrol with Neilson

South Tyrol is Italy's most northerly province set in the Italian Alps and home to the dramatic Dolomite mountains. With eighty 3,000 metre high peaks, as well as the 'Dolomiti Superski', and a range of high quality ski schools and tamer runs, South Tyrol is every winter sport enthusiast, and novice's dream. In these breathtaking mountain regions, the beauty of the area has been recognised by UNESCO who recently awarded the Dolomites the internationally renowned title of World Heritage Site.

With 15 amazing historical ski routes, a phenomenal 90% of slopes covered by snow making, 45 resorts and warm Italian hospitality, this adds up to a ski experience of a lifetime. All in a place where you can enjoy a sunny day's skiing under blue skies over 80% of the time.

The region offers excellent down hill and cross-country options for skiers and snowboarders of all levels, and for less experienced snow bunnies South Tyrol has 63 ski schools. After a day on the slopes, skiers and snowboarders can enjoy après ski fun in cosy log huts or drop in at events organised on and off the slopes. With only 2% of visitors coming from the UK, South Tyrol is a secret ski spot, waiting to be discovered, so this is definitely the place to come to escape crowded slopes and lift queues. It's time you discovered South Tyrol.

Neilson's South Tyrol Resorts:

Kronplatz

With some of the best child care options in Italy, Kronplatz is a superb destination for families. The ski area at Kronplatz concentrates on one, large dome-shaped mountain with runs trickling down in all directions offering a challenge to all ability levels. At the top of the hill there is a fantastic centre for childcare, along with the children's ski school making it really easy for the family to meet up during the day.With an amazing 19 gondolas and a new link into the rest of the 'Dolomiti super ski' region, Kronplatz also offers the chance to put in some serious mileage.

Selva/Ortisei/St Cristina

All settled in the valley known as "Val Gardena". At a high altitude of 1563m, and host to world cup downhill races. Selva itself is a fairly is a fairly small town that thrives during the winter months from the skiers both staying there and passing through each day. It is popular with the British who enjoy the local apres-ski in the cosy bars dotted around the resort. The bus service is regular and efficient running up and down the valley floor throughout the day, connecting to St Cristina and Ortisei.

Corvara

With slopes for all abilities to enjoy, and a great launch pad from which to explore the rest of the 'Dolomiti Superski' area with ease. Corvara spreads out in the Alta Badia region of the Dolomites. Among the surrounding craggy peaks, the local slopes are generally gentle, rolling snowy meadows, with most of the slopes in this immeadiate vicinity being blue runs. Corvara is one of Neilson's most exclusive resorts, with excellent hotel standards, food, and fantasic skiing.

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Club Med Chamonix Ski Holiday Offer

Club Med Online Exclusive Offer.  Chamonix Mont Blanc, France.

7 nights departing 31 January from GBP459pp.  Save up to GBP133pp excluding transport. 

Ever since two mountaineers first conquered the Giant of the Alps over two centuries ago, this Haute-Savoie resort, a pioneer in the sport of skiing, has preserved its unique atmosphere.

At an altitude of 1,035 metres (nearly 3,400 ft), this Club Med Resort is set in the cosy, welcoming decor of the former Savoy Hotel, renovated by the architect Jacques Garcia.

Babies can be entrusted to the brand-new Baby Club Med®, a charming "cocoon" in pastel shades with snowflake murals, while Mums enjoy a well-deserved moment of luminous serenity at the Cinq Mondes at Club Med Spa.

From the terrace or the outdoor heated swimming pool, the view of Mont Blanc is all yours.

Sports and Activities
Indulge in a selection of activities which will help you pamper yourself and relax. With sports such as those offered at Club Med Fitness, you will recharge your batteries and feel renewed.

Chamski ski domain
 - Lognan, Les Grands Montets, Le Tour, Vallorcine, Brévent, Flégère, Planards and Savoy
 - Altitude between 3,295m and 1,050m
 - 46 ski-lifts; 67 snow cannons; Snowpark. (Grands Montets)
 - 182 km of ski runs: 12 black, 21 red, 31 blue, 16 green.

The resort has a "hands free" ski pass system ensuring greater fluidity for skiers (you may be required to pay a deposit at the Resort in order to ensure that skiers return their pass at the end of their stay).

Alpine skiing - Included in your package
All the sensations of the ski slopes, at your own pace

Professional ski instructors who know the ski domain by heart will guide you down the slopes best suited to your skills, to ensure you progress safely and surely in the best possible conditions. Access by bus to the mountain ranges of Chamonix Valley

• A test on the first morning's skiing will establish each skier's level and ensure he or she is put in the right class
• Ski lift pass included up to 24 April.  NB: if you wish to ski on your day of arrival, you can purchase a one-day pass, on site.
• Top quality equipment and the Ski Service® to ensure your satisfaction

Visit the Club Med Website now

Save up to 55% in the Simply Piste Sale

Save up to 50% off ski and snowboard clothes and equipment in the Simply Piste Sale.

For skiwear and ski clothing Simply Piste offers a great selection of snowboard and ski clothing and accessories from ski jackets and ski pants, backpacks and ski bags, goggles and helmets to ski socks and gloves. Simply Piste have wintersports products for all the family including bright and colourful skiwear for your baby or toddler.

Simply Piste Sale
Save 25% on Tsunami mens Sierra Nevada Ski Pants - £169.88
Save 40% on Dare2B Velocity Ski Jacket - £45
Save 41% on Columbia ladies Chaton de Ski Parka - £95.20
Save 55% on Dare2B Vortex Ski Jacket - £49

... and there's loads more offers to tempt you - Visit the Simply Piste Sale

Choose from the leading ski and snowboard brands like Salomon, Oakley, Dakine, Head, Helly Hansen, Columbia, Bolle, Westbeach, Five, Red and Anon. Not only do we have a fantastic range of technical ski products we also offer stylish unique ranges from brands like Chix'n'Gravy, a funky collection of ladies and girls ski and snowboard apparel.

You may be an expert downhill skier or a novice on the nursery slopes, a wannabe pro in the snowboard park or maybe you simply like speeding down a hill on the latest sledge when the snow falls in your hometown, Simply Piste have ski and snowboard products that will suit your style as well as your budget.

If you're currently looking at ski resorts and planning your next ski holiday you could be jetting off to Whistler in Canada, Breckenridge in America or driving to Chamonix or Val d'Isere in the French Alps. We at Simply Piste, the ski and snowboard specialist have an extensive range of luggage including snowboard bags, ski holdalls, wheeled bags and car handiracks large enough to fit in everything you may possibly need to hit the slopes.

Visit the Simply Piste Sale now

Winter Sports Travel Insurance

Heading off on a ski or snowboard holiday soon?  Don't forget your Winter Sports Travel Insurance.

Cheap winter sports travel insurance from Essential Travel from only GBP19.99 per week will insure you for a wide range of winter sports including on and off piste skiing and snowboarding, cross country skiing, glacier skiing, and snowmobiling. Rest assured that you are fully insured before you hit the slopes.

Winter Sports Insurance
Essential travel's fully comprehensive and cheap winter sports insurance offers the following key features:

- Emergency medical expenses up to £10 million including repatriation

- Emergency airlift off the mountain if required

- Off piste skiing and snowboarding when accompanied with a locally qualified guide

- Coverage for glacier skiing, cross country skiing, snowmobiling, and snow sledging

- Cover for ski equipment, ski hire, piste closure and delay due to avalanche on all Essential, Essential Plus and Superior polices with winter sports

Winter Sport Travel Insurance
Whether you are planning a weekend skiing in Scotland, a ski holiday in Europe or Canada or heading down under to check out the Southern hemisphere ski scene in New Zealand Essential travel have got you covered. Their fully comprehensive winter sport travel insurance will give you total peace of mind that you are fully insured leaving you to enjoy the slopes, the exquisite views and the après ski wherever you end up.

Choose between three different types of policies for either UK Winter Sports Travel Insurance, Europe Winter Sports Travel Insurance or Worldwide Winter Sports Travel Insurance:

- Single Trip Winter Sports Travel Insurance polices are valid for winter holidays up to 31 days.

- Annual Multi Trip Winter Sports Travel Insurance polices allow unlimited trips throughout the year with winter sports holidays not exceeding 21 days in total.

- Backpacker Winter Sports Travel Insurance polices allow a continuous trip up to 12 months with winter sports limited to 31 days in total.

Wintersports Insurance
Please note that Essential travel's Wintersports insurance is only available up to and including the age of 65.

Look our for deals on airport parking as well!

Get a Wintersports Travel Insurance Quote Now

Les Deux Alpes Ski Holiday with Club Med

Online exclusive offer on skiing holiday with Club Med in family-friendly Les Deux Alpes, France

ONLINE EXCLUSIVE OFFER
Seven nights departing 2nd January from GBP599pp. Save up to GBP134pp (Excluding transport)

Les Deux Alpes, France
This beautifully renovated Resort sits on the slopes under the sun of the Southern Alps and forms a cascade of rooftops nestling in the powdery snow.

The starting point for beautiful downhill runs, Les Deux Alpes beckons winter sports fans to plunge into an exceptional ski domain overlooked by the Meije Glacier, a symbol of this part of the Alps.

In the evenings, with its magnificent terrace looking down over the village, the Resort becomes a cosy retreat from which families can gather around an open fire to chat about the day's adventures and their progress.

RESORT HIGHLIGHTS
- In the sun-kissed Alpes du Sud, dominated by the famous Meije Glacier
- Totally revamped Resort, including the restaurant with its magnificent view over the valley
- 225 kms (140 miles) of slopes and a world-famous snow park
- Club Med Champions' Academy
- Relaxation on the terrace and numerous activities* in the skiing resort (outside Club Med)

What's included in your holiday

Accommodation
Accommodation according to the level of comfort you choose.

Childcare and children's club facilities
Our Resort welcomes children of all ages with children's club activities according to age, run by professionals. This Resort offers the following children's facilities
 - Mini Club Med (from 4 to under 11)
 - Juniors' Club Med® (from 11 to under 18)
 - Privileged areas designed just for them.

 - Skiing or snowboarding lessons by professional instructors.

 - The chance to take the official skiing or snowboarding diplomas.

 - Dedicated areas, specifically designed for their needs
 - Equipment designed with a view to comfort and safety
 - The opening hours allow parents to make the most of their day's skiing and evening
 - A structure that combines innovation with 40 years of experience, based on the respect of each child's desires and biological clock
 - G.Os with a passion for their job
 - As well as snow sports, numerous other activities for all ages: creative activities and games.

Club Med Baby Welcome
Club Med Baby Welcome for babies up to 23 months - available in most of the Family Resorts if the service is reserved at the time of booking.

Sports
- Ski pass and skiing/snowboarding lessons
- Group lessons for all levels (age and date restrictions may apply)
- Alpine skiing, Club Med Champions Academy, Snowboard

Leisure activities
Club Med evening entertainment, Dance floor

Bars and restaurants
Full board throughout the stay including wine, beer and soft drinks with lunch and dinner. Open bar and snacks at specific times during the day and night.

Transport package
If you have chosen a package with transport, it includes the return flights and transfers to and from the Resort.

Visit the Club Med Website for more information

Club Med Chamonix Ski Holiday Offer

Special offer on Chamonix Mont-Blanc ski holiday in France with Club Med. 

Seven night packages including flights from London departing 17th Jan.  Was GBP1091, now from GBP1016. Save up to GBP75 per adult and GBP35 per child.

Ever since two mountaineers first conquered the Giant of the Alps over two centuries ago, this Haute-Savoie resort, a pioneer in the sport of skiing, has preserved its unique atmosphere.

At an altitude of 1,035 metres (nearly 3,400 ft), this Club Med Resort is set in the cosy, welcoming decor of the former Savoy Hotel, renovated by the architect Jacques Garcia.

For children, there is a brand-new Baby Club Med, a charming "cocoon" in pastel shades with snowflake murals, while Mums enjoy a well-deserved moment of luminous serenity at the Cinq Mondes at Club Med Spa.

From the terrace or the outdoor heated swimming pool, the view of Mont Blanc is all yours.

Resort Highlights
- The famous Haute-Savoie resort was a pioneer in developing skiing as a sport
- A renowned former luxury hotel and the legendary Chamonix ski domain
- Cinq Mondes Club Med Spa, sauna, Turkish bath
- NEW Baby Club Med® for babies from 4 months
- In the outdoor heated pool or on the terrace, relax and enjoy the view of Mont Blanc

This resort welcomes children of all ages, with children's club facilities from 4 to 23 months.

This Resort offers the following children's facilities
- Baby Club Med® (from 4 months to under 2)

What's included in your holiday

Accommodation
Accommodation according to the level of comfort you choose.

Childcare and children's club facilities
The Baby Club Med* provides a gentle and dynamic atmosphere, with the day's activities organised around each child's biological clock. The Baby Club Med®* gets its inspiration from nature, to satisfy children's curiosity and show them the pleasure of living in harmony with the natural environment. A powdery, pastel world of chamois, snow flakes and the majestic Mont Blanc.

Club Med Baby Welcome
Club Med Baby Welcome for babies up to 23 months - available in most of the Family Resorts if the service is reserved at the time of booking.

Sports
- Ski pass and skiing/snowboarding lessons
- Free practice: Cardio and weights room
- Group lessons for all levels (age and date restrictions may apply): Alpine skiing, Club Med fitness, Snowboard

Leisure activities
Bridge, Club Med® evening entertainment, Guided walks with and without snow shoes, Swimming pool, Terrace.

Bars and restaurants
Full board throughout the stay including wine, beer and soft drinks with lunch and dinner. Open bar and snacks at specific times during the day and night.

Transport package
If you have chosen a package with transport, it includes the return flights and transfers to and from the Resort.

Visit the Club Med Website for more information

Amazing Club Med Ski Holiday Offer

Club Med currently have an amazing  online-only  offer on ski holidays at Aime la Plagne, France.  This resort is family friendly and enjoys stunning views of Mont Blanc.  This offer is for a 26th December departure so you'll need to move quickly...

Online Exclusive Offer
7 nights departing 26th December from GBP1269pp.  You can save up to to GBP286pp Including transport. 

On a mountain-top facing Mont-Blanc, Aime la Plagne looks out over a ring of immaculate mountains. The hotel interior, completely renovated in 2005, is a tribute to this sublime setting: wood, stone and the pure lines of designer furniture ensure that it offers perfect comfort and hospitality, in an ambience designed to enhance the senses. 

In a great location at the foot of the slopes, the Club Med Resort is a paradise for lovers of sport and the great outdoors. After perfecting your technique in the snow park, you'll be ready for the pistes of the north face of the Bellecôte. 

Resort Highlights
 - Aime la Plagne is located on a mountain ridge opposite Mont Blanc
 - Ski to the door, 225 kms (140 miles) of slopes at La Plagne
 - Snowboard tuition at the Club Med Champions' Academy® for 8 year olds and upwards
 - Relax in luxury on the spacious covered terrace of the Montalbert Deluxe Rooms*

This is a Family Resort welcoming children from 2 years old, with children's club facilities from age 4.  The Resort offers the following children's facilities:
 - Mini Club Med® (from 4 to under 11)
 - Juniors' Club Med® (from 11 to under 18)

What's included in your holiday

Accommodation
Accommodation according to the level of comfort you choose.

Childcare and children's club facilities
 - Our Resort welcomes children of all ages, with children’s club facilities specifically devised for the different age groups and run by professionals.
 - Dedicated areas, specifically designed for their needs
 - Skiing or snowboard lessons by professional skiing instructors.
 - You can prepare for and take official skiing and snowboard diplomas and certificates.
 - Equipment designed with a view to comfort and safety
 - The opening hours allow parents to make the most of their day and evening, or feel free to go off for a day's excursion*
 - A structure that combines innovation with 40 years of experience, based on the respect of each child's desires and biological clock
 - G.O®s with a passion for their job
 - In addition to snow sports, numerous creative activities and games for all ages.

Sports
Ski pass and skiing/snowboarding lessons
Group lessons for all levels (age and date restrictions may apply) :
Alpine skiing - La Plagne ski domain only, Club Med® Champions Academy, Snowboard

Leisure activities
Club Med® evening entertainment, Dance floor,

Bars and restaurants
Full board throughout the stay including wine, beer and soft drinks with lunch and dinner. Open bar and snacks at specific times during the day and night.

Transport package
If you have chosen a package with transport, it includes the return flights and transfers to the Resort.

Visit the Club Med Website for more information

Club Med French Ski Holidays Offer

Take a look at the following offers on Club Med Ski Holidays. You can save up to GBP75 per adult and GBP35 per child on a number of Fench ski resorts. 

If you want a hassle-free all-inclusive ski holiday with a touch of French style then look no further...

Chamonix Mont Blanc, FRANCE

7 night packages including flights from London

17 Jan: was GBP1091, now from GBP1016*!

Save up to GBP75 per adult and GBP35 per child*

Meribel Aspen Park, FRANCE

7 night packages including flights from London

10 Jan: was £1368, now from £1293*!

Save up to £75 per adult and £35 per child*

Méribel Antarès, FRANCE

7 night packages including flights from London

11 Apr: was £1553, now from £1478*!

Save up to £75 per adult and £35 per child*

Méribel le Chalet, FRANCE

7 night packages including flights from London

11 Apr: was £1553, now from £1478*!

Save up to £75 per adult and £35 per child*

Peisey-Vallandry, FRANCE

7 night packages including flights from London

14 Mar: was £1309, now from £1234*!

Save up to £75 per adult and £35 per child*

Val d'Isère, FRANCE

7 night packages including flights from London

31 Jan: was £1213, now from £1138*!

Save up to £75 per adult and £35 per child*

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*Winter 2010 Deals are subject to availability and apply to 7 to 14-day packages including flights from London and transfers to/from the Resort at a selection of Club Med Resorts featured in the Winter Ski Collection 2009-2010 Brochure on specific departure dates. The saving is based on standard twin share accommodation in a Club Room. The saving is applicable for passengers from 4 years only. Children between 6 and 11 years old inclusive receive a children's savings worth 60% of the adults' saving.

The offer applies to bookings made until departure date and cannot be backdated (only applies to new bookings) nor combined with any other offer/promotion. The offer does not apply to any additional costs such as children's clubs for under 4 years, membership fees, excursions, special courses and private sports tuition. Please note that this offer is not applicable to group bookings made through Club Med Business.

Price quoted at £982 subject to availability for a 7-night package at Cervinia dep. 10 January 2010 incl. £75 saving. Terms & Conditions apply.

Huge Savings on Neilson Ski Holidays

    

Neilson Ski Holiday Special Offer.

Save up to GBP600 per couple this Christmas and New Year.

Offer ends Tuesday 1st December at midnight.

LATEST CHRISTMAS AND NEW YEAR OFFERS
Departing: 19 Dec LGW

Country: Austria
Resort: Kitzbuhel
Accommodation: Hotel Tyrol (HB)
From: GBP399pp
Saving: GBP290pp

Departing: 19 Dec BHX/MAN
Country: France
Resort: Les Deux Alpes
Accommodation: Hotel Aalborg (HB)
From: £379pp
Saving: £390pp

Departing: 19 Dec MAN
Country: Romania
Resort: Poiana Brasov
Accommodation: Hotel Poiana (AI)
From: £379pp
Saving: £305pp

Departing: 20 Dec LHR
Country: Sweden
Resort: Vemdalen
Accommodation: Chalet Anders (CC)
From: £499pp
Saving: £250pp

Departing: 20 DecBHX 
Country: Italy
Resort: Sauze d'Oulx
Accommodation: Hotel La Torre (HB)
From: £395pp
Saving: £350pp

Departing: 26 Dec BRS
Country: Austria
Resort: Maria Alm
Accommodation: Maria Alm Guest Houses
From: £399pp
Saving: £221pp

Departing: 26 Dec LGW
Country: Austria
Resort: Niederau
Accommodation: Hotel Austria
From: £470pp
Saving: £389pp

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Board Key:
AI - All inclusive
BB - Bed and Breakfast

CC - Catered Chalet

FB - Full Board

HB - Half Board

SC - Self Catering


Terms & Conditions:
*Neilson holds the right to withdraw these offers at anytime, and all offers are subject to availability.
Prices are per person.
Offers can not be combined with any other discount, and are for new bookings only.

All offers are based on maximum occupancy of a room, or apartment and include all fuel, atol, and late booking charges.

Accommodation, meal and regional flight supplements may apply.

Club Med Ski Holiday Special Offer - Val Thorens, France

Online Exclusive Offer for a Club Med ski holiday in Val Thorens, France.

Situated at the top of a rocky cirque among snow-capped peaks, Val Thorens offers its guests the most majestic panoramic views of the Alps. This adults-only Resort has a lively atmosphere and provides an original combination of sport-filled days and fun-packed evenings.

ONLINE EXCLUSIVE OFFER
7 nights dep. 29 November from GBP499pp. Save up to GBP144pp. Excluding transport
4 nights dep. 29 November from GBP329pp. Save up to GBP92pp. Excluding transport

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HIGHLIGHTS OF THE RESORT
● A unique panorama over the Alps, the ski resort and the valley
● Ski from the door over 600 kms (372 miles) of ski slopes in the Trois Vallées domain
● Adults-only Resort with a warm, party atmosphere
● Relax on the terrace, enjoy fitness sessions and the nightclub

The Resort
Situated at the top of a rocky cirque among snow-capped peaks, Val Thorens offers its guests the most majestic panoramic views of the Alps.

At the foot of the slopes, the Resort is the perfect base for enjoying some leisurely snow sports and exploring the Trois Vallées. This adults-only Resort has a lively atmosphere and provides an original combination of sport-filled days and fun-packed evenings.

Between fitness facilities and crêperies, pleasure seekers can gear up to party the night away.

Altitude: 2300 metres (7,545 ft).

Sports & Activities
This Club Med Resort will fulfil everyone's holiday desires. Children and adults alike can pick and mix activities to create the perfect combination between sports, relaxation, partying, fitness and discovery.

Trois Vallées ski domain
Bride-les-Bains, Courchevel, La Tania, Les Menuires, Méribel, Orel, Saint Martin de Belleville, Val Thorens.
- Altitude between 3,200m and 1,300m.
- 180 ski lifts
- 2,000 snow cannons
- snowpark
- 600 km of ski runs: 35 black ; 110 red ; 104 blue ; 68 green
- 120 km of cross-country ski trails

At the beginning and end of the season, (approximately from 30 November to 19 December 2008 and from 18 April to 2 May 2009) you'll ski on the Domaine de Val Thorens, as the link to Domaine des Trois-Vallées will be closed at these dates.

Alpine skiing
- Included in your package
- At the foot of the slopes, ski from the door
- All the sensations of the ski slopes, at your own pace
- Professional ski instructors who know the ski domain by heart will guide you down the slopes best suited to your skills, to ensure you progress safely and surely in the best possible conditions.

• A test on the first morning's skiing will establish each skier's level and ensure he or she is put in the right class

• Ski lift pass included
NB: if you wish to ski on your day of arrival, you can purchase a one-day pass, on site.

• Top quality equipment and the Ski Service®*to ensure your satisfaction

•Organisation of tuition:
> Proposed from age 18, our group lessons last the whole day, for a period of 5 days
> Small groups of around 12 people
> To guarantee beginners' progress, they are expected to start lessons the day after arrival at the Resort.
> If you book a weekend stay (Friday evening to Sunday) or a long weekend (Thursday evening to Sunday), you can ski at your own pace, there are no skiing lessons scheduled.

For one-week stays, lessons begin the day after main arrival day.

Access conditions:
Resort for adults from age 18 - This is an Adults-only Resort

What's included in your holiday

Accommodation
Accommodation according to the level of comfort you choose.

Sports
Ski pass and skiing/snowboarding lessons
Free practice : Weights room
Group lessons for all levels (age and date restrictions may apply)
Alpine skiing, Club Med fitness, Snowboard

Leisure activities
Club Med® evening entertainment, Nightclub, Terrace.

Bars and restaurants
Full board throughout the stay including wine, beer and soft drinks with lunch and dinner. Open bar and snacks at specific times during the day and night.

Transport package
If you have chosen a package with transport, it includes the return flights and transfers to and from the Resort.

Visit the Club Med website for more information