Family-Friendly Hotel Zalwonder in Ischgl, Austrian Tirol
Following an eight month construction period, the Hotel Zalwonder in Ischgl, run by the Häusler family, will reopen on 23 December 2022 – just in time for the Christmas holidays.
The name Zalwonder comes from an old dialect word meaning family, and that is very much the focus here. The hotel has a total of 36 stylish rooms and suites ideal for couples and families. The main highlight is the infinity pool on the fourth floor, where the water is kept at a pleasant 32 degrees Celsius all year round. And there is a large spa area too.
A week’s stay is priced from £860 / €966 pp based on two people sharing a double room. Flights and transfers extra.
Snowshoe with dogs and stay at a brand-new residence in La Plagne, France
This activity takes snowshoeing to the next level with an extra-doggy companion. Ideal for dog lovers, or those wanting to add an extra element to this outdoor pastime, this experience allows participants to meet and spend an afternoon with these well trained sled-dogs. Click on the snowshoes, team up with a friendly four-legged friend, and explore the beautiful snowy paths and woodland of La Plagne.
Stay at new Chalet Hotel Turquoise to make the most of the many other activities in La Plagne, including 425 km of skiing, UNION restaurant, the Olympic bobsleigh, Moonbiking, and winter walking. Chalet Hotel Turquoise, on the Belle Plagne slopes, has been fully renovated and now offers nine bespoke apartment suites each sleeping between two and 10 people. The new rooms combine comfort and modernity in a chic-mountain style. The building has been fully redesigned, from the insulation and cladding to the heating system and the roof. The works have been undertaken with a focus on sustainability, so all materials have been sourced locally and the works were carried out by local companies.
A week’s stay during the winter season costs from €1,859 / £1,609 for up to eight people sharing a self-catered apartment.
New Year in the heart of the world’s top ski area £1136
Up to ten guests can spend New Year week at Chalet Vallon Blanc, in La Tania, in the heart of the world famous Three Valleys ski area.
Guests at this cosy, Alpine chalet can enjoy home from home comforts and top cuisine, to start the new year in style, thanks to friendly chalet hosts who prepare breakfast, afternoon tea and three course evening meals with unlimited wine.
A week’s stay costs just £1136pp, departing 31st December, including return Gatwick flights and transfers.
Ski Beat flights depart from Gatwick early on 31st December for guests to start the new year with healthy activities, masses of fresh mountain air, and optional vegan menus for Veganuary.
New Alpine chalet, New Year for fourteen £1244pp
A brand new chalet for this season, Chalet K120 in Le Praz, is ready to host up to fourteen guests for New Year and can be booked for an entire group of friends and family, or as separate en-suite rooms.
Close to Courchevel, but without its neighbour’s price-tag, Le Praz is an authentic Alpine town, with top restaurants, festive activities and easy access to the world’s most famous ski area, the Three Valleys.
Departing on 31st December a week’s stay at Chalet K120 costs £1244pp and includes free use of the chalet’s sauna and hammam, return flights from Gatwick, transfers, and hosted chalet accommodation with breakfast, afternoon tea and three course evening meals with unlimited wine.
With the cost of living rising, we are all looking to maximise value for money everywhere we can! This includes our trip to the mountains.
Check out SkiWorld’s Price Match Promise. So you know you won’t find the same deal cheaper elsewhere. This can be the perfect option, as chalets are nearly sold out in December!
Residence Bellecote, La Plagne (sleeps 2-5) – Prices from £452pp
Fully equipped 1 bedroom apartments that sleep up to five people, all including private balconies with views of the Paradiski ski area.
The slope-side Residence Bellecôte complex is in the heart of Plagne-Bellecôte; a pedestrianised village with great access to the entire 450km ski area.
Hameau du Mottaret Apartments, Meribel (sleeps 2-5) – Prices from £524pp
For holidays at the epicentre of the Three Valleys without breaking the bank, look no further than this complex of 200 simply furnished and comfortable apartments.
The collection of large, wooden-clad chalets contain a mixture of studio and one-bedroom apartments sleeping between two and up to five people, with efficient uses of space such as pull out beds.
Le Roc Belle Face, Les Arcs (sleeps 2-8) – Prices from £530pp
The apartments are finished to a modern standard, and feature a kitchenette with microwave, ceramic hob and dishwasher, bathroom, TV and a balcony or terrace.
A variety of one and two-bedroom apartments are available, with a variety of configurations to comfortably sleep from two to up to eight people.
Residence La Daille, Val d’Isere (sleeps 2-6) – Prices from £570pp
The apartments at Residence La Daille are well equipped and cosy, proving to be a great option for an affordable self-catered ski holiday in Val d’Isere.
he added convenience of local shops just 200 metres from the apartments makes it easier if you’re choosing a self-catering ski holiday this year.
We figured that the week from Saturday 17th to Saturday 24th December 2022 would be a super-popular week as it is a School holiday week (for both State and Private Schools) but one that still allows families to get home before Santa arrives and (just) in time for the Mother-in-law’s Brussels sprouts!
It seems, however, that our optimism was perhaps misplaced and, with some wonderful chalets still to sell, we have taken the decision to lower prices for that week … and by as much as 20% in some cases!
Chalet Impala (14)
Impala offers beautiful accommodation including a large & open-plan lounge/ dining area with double height ceiling, open-fire, balcony and chic glass walls through to the kitchen. Guests benefit from a huge terrace measuring 1000 sq ft with sunken hot-tub, sauna house and stunning views across the Valley. There is also a Media Room with XL screen, surround sound & games console. The chalet has seven en-suite bedrooms.Price has been reduced from £16,950 to £13,650
Chalet Evergreen (15)
We think it’s telling that, in an average season, 75% of the guests staying in Chalet Evergreenwill have previously stayed there. Evergreen is like an old friend to everyone at The Chalet Company, it has been in our portfolio since 2012 and the first contract we sign each year. And it’s easy to understand why; doorstep-skiing, outdoor hot-tub, indoor sauna, fireplace, en-suite bedrooms & stunning views. What’s not to like?!
Price has been reduced from £17,750 to £14,200
Chalet le Refuge (10)
Chalet le Refuge has arguably the best location of any chalet in Méribel; it is located in the heart of la Chaudanne at the bottom of the Truite piste and just twenty metres from the Telecabine de Tougnete, thirty metres from Legends chairlift, fifty metres from Saulire Express and seventy-five metres from Telecabine de Rhodos. The chalet has lovely open-plan living, games room, outdoor hot-tub and five en-suite bedrooms
Save on Inclusive Short Break Ski Holidays in 2022
With both Christmas and New Year falling on weekends at the end of 2021 this has prompted most ski tour operators to shift their festive departures to a weekday.
This has presented a unique opportunity for the savvy consumer to capitalise on not only a cheaper short-break ski week in the new year, but also to take advantage of some incredibly punchy savings when booking an inclusive ski holiday.
All Mine for £39
Skiworld are offering a lift pass and ski hire for the rock-bottom price of just £39 when booked as part of an inclusive Ski All-In Deal for ski holidays departing on January 3rd.
The five-night holidays also include flights from Gatwick, Manchester or Birmingham, airport transfers and catered chalet board – six days of breakfast, afternoon tea and three or four course evening meal with wine included.
Holiday prices start from £686pp, with savings up to a whopping £248pp.
NB This offer will launch on Thursday 27th May 2022 and is subject to limited availability.
Private Catered Chalets
Skiworld’s catered chalets in this offer are bookable for sole-use of one group per property in 2022. Chalets sleep anywhere from six to seventeen people – and as the chalet is all yours, you can decide if you want to fill all the beds or leave a little more room for comfort.
A high-quality chalet with all en-suite rooms, rustic-alpine style dining and lounge areas and a private outdoor hot tub. Perfectly placed close to shops, bars and restaurants in the best part of town, with easy access to the ski lifts.
A contemporary chalet apartment with all en-suite rooms, excellent facilities, comfortable dining and seating areas and offering stunning views. Ideally located in Val Claret, just next to the ski lifts.
A modern-yet-traditional chalet apartment, furnished to a high standard and featuring all en-suite rooms and balconies offering marvellous panoramic views. Convenient for the shops, bars and restaurants in Plagne Soleil, and in a ski-in location, adjacent to the piste.
How to Book
Benefit from huge savings and get to ski in the big-name, snow-sure French ski resorts of La Plagne, Les Arcs, Les Deux Alpes, Meribel, Tignes or Val Thorens this January, by booking an All Mine for £39 deal before the offer-end date of 25th June 2021.
Book a stay at one of the participating accommodation options in French resorts Val d’Isère, Courchevel and La Tania on selected dates and receive free lift passes for each person in the group.
Book for free lift passes – Stay for a week from 9th January 2022 for £1,395pp at Chalet Rikiki, Courchevel, France.
Situated just a short ski from the main lifts, Chalet Rikiki is in a fantastic location for keen skiers looking to maximise their time on the slopes. The chalet is beautifully designed and finished to the highest standards throughout and skiers can relax in the outdoor hot tub or in front of the open fire in the spacious living room. With enough space for up to 22 people, this chalet offers the chance for families and friends to reunite for a holiday in the mountains.
What’s included: Seven nights’ half-board accommodation, flights and transfers.
Conditions: Free lift passes are available on departure dates 21st Dec, 4th Jan (short break), 9th Jan, 23rd Jan and 30th Jan. Holiday must be booked by 31st July 2021 and full balance must be paid by 1st October 2021.
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