Resort Information Pack - La Plagne Montalbert

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1 Resort Information Pack - La Plagne Montalbert Ski Amis Services in the Resort: Pre-booking of ski passes Pre-booking of ski school and private lessons Discounted equipment hire Children s crèche from 18-months old All information contained in this document is correct at the time of issue but may be subject to change by the suppliers concerned at any time without notice - 1 -

2 Lift Pass Prices and Options Our lift pass prices are identical to those you will find in the resort yourself we do not charge any mark-up for our service but by booking through us, you do not need to queue on your arrival day your pass will be available to you at your accommodation on arrival saving you a lot of time and hassle. Carte Neige insurance is available at a supplement if required 2.70 per adult per day, 2.30 per child per day. Please let us know when you book if you require this insurance as it cannot be added afterwards. La Plagne Covers the local area of La Plagne only 225 km of pistes Days Child (6-13yrs) Adult (14yrs+) Adult (65yrs+) Paradiski Covers the combined resorts of La Plagne and Les Arcs including the connecting link between them the Vanoise Express giving you 425 km of pistes Unlimited Paradiski - unlimited access across the Vanoise Express which links the two resorts and full cover of both areas. Days Child (6-13yrs) Adult (14yrs+) Adult (65yrs+) Paradiski Discovery this pass covers the entire area of La Plagne plus one day in Les Arcs during the week to allow you to cross the Vanoise Express once, any day you wish. Days Child (6-13yrs) Adult (14yrs+) Adult (65yrs+) Paradiski Family Passes these passes cover access to the Unlimited Paradiski and Paradiski Discovery areas for 2 adults and 2 children from 6 to 17 years old an additional charge is made per additional child. Unlimited Paradiski Paradiski Discovery Days Family Pass Extra Child Family Pass Extra Child ** Children under 6 years old are free of charge ** ** OAP over 72 years 9 Paradiski or 6 La Plagne Fixed Price ** - 2

3 Ski School ESF Montalbert The local ESF ski school has more than 60 instructors, many of whom speak English you will be placed into a class where the instructor speaks English but in some cases this may mean the class is mixed French and English guests and the instructor will be bi-lingual. Some instructors also speak other languages subject to availability. Group Lessons It is really important that you assess your level correctly and choose the right class. However, provided numbers allow, if you need to be moved up or down a class after the first day, then the instructors will facilitate this. Lesson times (except February): Sunday to Friday 09h15 to 11h45 14h15 to 16h45 February lesson times: Sunday to Friday 09h00 to 11h30 12h00 to 14h30 14h30 to 17h00 Adult Levels Beginners: Level 1: Level 2: Level 3: First time on skis basic snowplough, can take the button lift, have only done 1-2 weeks before parallel turns on blue slopes, have skied for 3-4 weeks parallel turns on all slopes but want to learn to ski off-piste Children s Levels Club des Piou Piou: 3-4 year olds only (see below for separate tariff) Beginners: first time skiing ever 1 st Star: basic snowplough, can take the button lift, have only done 1-2 weeks before 2 nd Star: can step or almost parallel turn, can slide along lifting one ski & then the other 3 rd Star: can parallel ski, can stop by skidding Various training sessions are available for children with higher levels these include bronze, gold and competition levels plus special courses for free style. Please consult us for further information as these classes are only available at certain times. Adult Age 13+ Max 8 per group Child Age 4 12 Max 10 per group 6 half day (am or pm) 2.5 hours days (not inc lunch) 2.5 hours am and 2.5 hours pm Snowboarding (10yrs old and over) Sun Fri (6 afternoons) Times Level Price Outside of school holidays 14h00 17h00 All Levels /02/11 05/03/11 12h00 14h30 Beginners /02/11 05/03/11 14h00 17h00 Experienced 139-3

4 Club des Piou Piou - Children (aged 3 4 yrs) Le Club des Piou-Piou is a specially designed ski club for the very young skier with a combined skiing and playing concept. Skiing sessions are mixed with play sessions according to the weather conditions and the tiredness of the children giving the young ones an opportunity to try it out in a low pressure environment. Children may take part in the club for a half day each day, which can be combined with the nursery for the other half day if required. A one day trial ticket is obligatory to make sure your child is comfortable after which your child can take part for the remainder of the week. Duration Price Trial ticket for first day 38 Additional 4 sessions 90 Additional 5 sessions 100 Additional 6 sessions 120 Private Lessons Private lessons and instructors are available either in Montalbert from the local ESF ski school or if you prefer to combine a private lesson with your day s skiing further afield, we can arrange lessons with instructors based in Plagne Centre. ESF Montalbert Duration Group* Price Additional person Per hour (Sunday to Friday 12h00 14h00 or 1-2 people 39 per hour 6 each Saturday after 14h00) 3 hour lesson 1-7 people Full Day: 09h00 16h people each Full Day: 09h00 16h30 Off-Piste including safety equipment 1-6/7 people * It is important that all people in the same group have the same level Oxygene Ski School, Plagne Centre If you would like to take a private lesson during your day s skiing further afield than Montalbert without having to return to the village, then one of the Oxygene options would be ideal for you. Standard prices are for 1 or 2 people with a supplement for the third or further person. Lessons are available in ski, snowboard, telemark or nordic skiing. Lesson Times Extra Person Supplement High Season 2 hours afternoon hours morning hours afternoon Low Season - 4

5 Child Care Garderie Les Bambins, Montalbert Nursery for children from 18 months to six years old Alongside the ESF ski school is the Garderie Les Bambins where children from 18 months can be cared for by qualified teachers and child carers. The children have the possibility to discover snow for the first time and also participate in indoor and outdoor games (sledging, tobogganing, swings etc.). Lunchtime supervision and a meal can also be provided for children with ski lessons. Parents need to send their children with a mid-morning snack. The sessions are modular, according to your needs morning, with or without lunch, or afternoon and can be combined with any of the ski school options. 1 day 6 days Half day care Half day care with lunch Full day care with lunch Half day ski lessons with lunchtime care and lunch Full day ski lessons with lunchtime care and lunch Half day ski lessons, lunch & afternoon care Lunchtime care only with lunch Non-Ski Activities In and around La Plagne Montalbert, there are a number of activities available for the non-skier. Our resort manager or chalet staff will be happy to help you arrange anything that takes your fancy and also provide full details of the options available which include: Montalbert on Foot Mountain Walks There are various marked walks available around the village area for those that do not wish to ski. Access to the Montalbert chair lift is available for pedestrians and a pedestrian lift pass is available. The descent can be made by walking or via the chair lift. Snow Shoe Walking Raquettes Guided snow shoe walks are available with a qualified mountain guide from the ski school. Husky Dog Sled Rides Sled driving/sled rides Take a trip on a sled pulled by a team of husky dogs excursions are subject to availability and snow conditions. You will be able to book in resort (the chalet staff can provide you with the phone number) as the availability depends on the snow conditions at the time. - 5

6 Equipment Rental A basic description of the ski levels is as follows to help you select the right level for your needs: Ski Level Bronze Economy (Skis) Silver Discovery (Skis and Boards) Gold Sensation (Skis and Boards) Platinum Excellence (Skis) Minikid Kid Champion Guideline Lowest price reliable equipment for the skier on a budget equipment which has been downgraded from silver and gold levels due to it s age skis in their third year of use. Skis designed for a good beginners or low intermediates looking for easy to manage skis on the slopes. Quality boots for comfort. Good intermediates or advanced skiiers looking to maximise their performance and ability. Equipment maximum of two years old. This levels allows customer to change their equipment up to three times during the week (from Monday to Thursday) subject to availability at the shop and limited to once per day. Top quality new models plus the specialist skis such as off piste or twin tips for good skiers. High quality boots for very good support. Equipment maximum of one year old. This level allows customers to change equipment up to three times during the week (from Monday to Thursday) subject to availability at the shop and limited to once per day. Skis for very young children up to and including 5 years of age ski lengths from 70cm to 90cm First level skis for children aged between 6 and 11 years of age inclusive suitable for beginners or low intermediate levels. Ski lengths from 100cm to 150cm equipment is a maximum of three years old. High quality skis and snowboards for children between 6 and 11 years old inclusive after they have skiied for a couple of weeks skis adapted to suit the ability and level. Lengths between 100cm and 150cm including race skis and twin tips as well as junior snowboards. Please note - A ski pack consists of skis, boots and poles and does NOT include a helmet which must be added separately if required. - 6

7 days or 7 days days days ADULTS 95% 70% 70% 70% Skis Bronze Economy Ski Pack Skis Only Skis, Blades and Boards Silver Discovery Ski Pack Skis Only Skis and Boards Gold Sensation Ski Pack Skis Only Skis Platinum Excellence Ski Pack Skis Only Adult Economy Boots Boots Adult Economy Boots Only Adult Advanced Boots Adult Platinum Boots CHILDREN Skis up to 5 yrs old MiniKid Ski Pack Skis Only Skis for 6-11 yrs Espoir Ski Pack Skis Only Skis and Boards 6-11 yrs Champion Ski Pack Skis Only Children's Boots Only Boots Children's Boots Only Children's Boots Only Helmets Children's Helmet