Resort Information Pack Peisey-Vallandry 2013-2014 Ski Amis Services in the Resort: Pre-booked ski passes Pre-booked ski school Discounted equipment hire Private nanny and babysitting services Crèche facilities NB PRICES FOR ALL RESORT SERVICES ARE IN EUROS Book online at your MySkiAmis page on our website your user ID is your email address and your password was sent with your original confirmation. If you need any advice, or would just prefer to speak to one of our team then please give us a call and we can place your order for you by phone. Payment is not due until just before your holiday. www.skiamis.com/myskiamis/home.htm or call 0203 411 5439 All information contained within 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-
SKI PASSES Our lift pass prices are identical to those you will find in the resort yourself. We do not charge any markup for our service but by booking through us, you do not need to queue on your arrival day as 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, at 2.80 Euro per adult per day, 2.40 Euro per child per day. Please let us know when you book if you require this insurance as it cannot be added afterwards. No of Days Adult (14+) Les Arcs 200km of piste Child (6-13) Senior (65+) Paradiski Discovery Les Arcs with 1 day of your choice in La Plagne across the Vanoise Express Child (6-13) Adult (14+) Senior (65+) Unlimited Paradiski Unlimited access across the Vanoise Express to both La Plagne and Les Arcs Child (6-13) Adult (14+) Senior (65+) 6 235 Euros 176.50 Euros 257 Euros 193 Euros 277 Euros 208 Euros 7 274 Euros 205.50 Euros 296 Euros 222 Euros 316 Euros 237 Euros 8 313 Euros 235 Euros 335 Euros 251.50 Euros 362 Euros 271.50 Euros 13 508 Euros 381 Euros N/A N/A 592 Euros 444 Euros Family Offers A family pass is available for families of four or more people with a maximum of 2 adults and a minimum of 2 children (6 to 17 years old) you can also add additional children to the passes for a supplement. When booking these passes, please let us know which family members belong together and provide us with dates of birth for all children if you have not already done so. Family passes are also available for longer durations. Please ask us for the prices. To qualify as a family, the adults and children need to normally share the same surname (although not essential if family relationship can be proven) and be living at the same address. Proof of family and residential status may be requested in the resort. No of Days Family Pass Les Arcs 200km of piste Additional Child Paradiski Discovery Les Arcs with 1 day of your choice in La Plagne across the Vanoise Express Additional Family Pass Child Unlimited Paradiski Unlimited access across the Vanoise Express to both La Plagne and Les Arcs Additional Family Pass Child 6 744 Euros 176.50 Euros 784 Euros 193 Euros 824 Euros 208 Euros 7 864 Euros 205.50 Euros 904 Euros 222 Euros 944 Euros 237 Euros 8 984 Euros 235 Euros 1024 Euros 251.50 Euros 1064 Euros 271.50 Euros Free and Subsidised Passes Children under 6 years old are free of charge and adults over 72 years have much cheaper rates (10 euros for 1 to 15 days and 30 euros for 15+ days). If you would like us to provide free or subsidised passes, then we will require a copy of the passport and passport photo in advance (this can be scanned and emailed). -2-
SKI SCHOOL ESF (Ecole du Ski Francais) The French Ski School is renowned for quality and tradition. They have been teaching skiing in the valley since 1938 and look forward to sharing their passion for winter sports and the mountains with you. The ski school have 140 professionals: instructors in downhill, cross-country, and mountain guides, who are able to teach from beginner level, all the way through to perfecting the skills of the expert skier; on and off piste, slalom, snowboarding, snow blading, freestyle, cross country skiing, biathlon and snows hoeing. Lesson Times Morning: Afternoon: Meeting Point: Main season 09h15 to 11h45 During February 09h00 to 11h45 8 th December to 4 th January 14h15 to 16h45 5 th January to 15 th February 14h30 to 17h00 16 th February to 8 th March 14h30 to 17h15 9 th March to 26 th April 14h30 to 17h00 Village Centre ESF Ski School Levels Children Level Description Club des Piou Piou 3-4 year olds only (see below for separate tariff) Ourson Beginner never skied before Flocon Stating to do snow plough turns 1 Want to learn basic turns and side slip 2 Want to learn linking basic turns and to get over little bumps 3 Perfecting parallel turns with changes to rhythm Bronze Perfecting parallel turns, learning short swings and how to ski on all types of snow Gold Discovering all aspects of skiing on all terrain skier cross, half pipe and big air Competition I can ski on all types of snow on all slopes, preparing for slalom race tests ESF Ski School Levels Adults 13+ Level Description Beginner Beginner never skied before 1 I can link snow plough turns together 2 I can side slip and am learning parallel turns 3 I ski parallel on all slopes and would like to perfect short swings, carving, off-piste Snowboard For beginner or advanced, a daily schedule is available for discovering new (10+ years) unexplored trails -3-
Group Lessons all levels Lesson Lesson Time Level Price 6 x am AM/PM as above All levels Adult & Children 175 Euros 5 x am All levels AM/PM as above Adult & Children 161 Euros 6 x midday 12h00 to 14h00 (December) Smart Lesson 12h15 to 14h15 (Half Term & Easter) School Holidays Only 135 Euros 5 x midday 12h00 to 14h00 (December) Smart Lesson Monday Start 12h15 to 14h15 (Half Term & Easter) School Holidays Only 125 Euros 6 x pm PM as above Snowboard Age 10+ 175 Euros 5 x pm Snowboard PM as above Monday Start Age 10+ 161 Euros PRIVATE LESSONS We work with two different ski schools for private lessons ESF who run their private lessons in conjunction with their group lessons, along with New Generation who are a private ski school who offer private lessons at set times. It is very important that all people joining the same group within a private lesson are of the same ability. ESF Peisey Vallandry Duration Time 1-2 people 3-5 people 2 Hours 12h15 to 14h15 80 Euros 104 Euros NB Afternoon private lessons 14h30 to 17h00 are only available outside of school holiday periods New Generation Private Instructors A British run Ski School with 15 years of experience with teaching and instructing. New Generation specialise in teaching people how to ski, from beginners to the experienced who just want to perfect their skills. The majority of New Generation instructors have been with the company for a good 5-10 years, ensuring a high standard of teaching. Duration Group Price Extra Person 2 Hours 1-2 people 169 Euros 20 Euros 2.5 Hours 1-2 people 199 Euros 25 Euros 3 Hours 1-2 people 229 Euros 30 Euros Full Day (6 Hours) 1-3 people 450 Euros 50 Euros Different times are subject to availability of instructors and lessons will be checked with the ski school before being confirmed -4-
CHILD CARE Le Chat Botte (Puss in Boots) Children s Club Creche facilities and children s club from 1 to 11 years **Based on last year s prices** The children s club is located in Plan-Peisey near the ESF (French Ski School) and is open 7 days per week from 09h00 17h00. The Halte-garderie caters for up to 25 children from 1 to 5 years old. Children of 1-2 are accepted in limited numbers so advanced booking is recommended. The Club des grands caters for up to 30 children from 4 to 11 years old, with or without ESF ski lessons. Times Price (1 day) Price (6 days) Morning 09h00 to 12h00 17.50 Euros 94 Euros Morning with meal 27.50 Euros 149 Euros 09h00 to 13h30 Afternoon 13h30 to 17h00 19.50 Euros 105 Euros Afternoon with meal 30 Euros 163 Euros All day without meal 35 Euros 188 Euros All day with meal 09h00 to 17h00 44 Euros 237 Euros Le Tom Pouce Creche facilities for children from 1 to 6 years The crèche is located at the foot of the Vallandry's slopes and caters for up to 35 children aged from 1 to 6 years old. Children of 1-2 are accepted in limited numbers (5) and booking is essential. Open Monday to Friday from 09h00 to 17h00. Safe Hands Private Nanny Service **Based on last year s prices** Times Price (1 day) Price (6 days) Morning 09h00 to 12h00 19 Euros 105 Euros Morning with meal 09h00 to 13h30 37 Euros 190 Euros PM 13h30 to 17h00 22 Euros 120 Euros PM with meal 12h00 to 17h00 40 Euros 200 Euros All day with meal 09h00 to 17h00 55 Euros 300 Euros Safe hands offers a private nanny service based in Peisey-Vallandry, that operates from 09h00 to 17h00 each day. All Safe Hands ski nannies are security checked, English speaking and in most cases qualified to UK best practice standards. -5-
One nanny is permitted to look after: 1 child aged 6 months or under Or 2 children aged 7 months to 2 years Or 3 children aged 3 and over Or 4 children aged 4 and over Safe hands also provides a baby sitter service for parents who would like a night to themselves Prices Service Times Price Private Nanny 6 full time days (09h00 to 17h00) GBP 595.00 Evening Babysitting As required TBC with your nanny Private Nanny Supplement: An additional supplement may apply depending whether your nanny can reasonably travel daily to you, or if they require accommodation in your resort. Typically, the supplement is GBP 100 per week. Supplements also apply during Christmas Week, New Year Week and Half Term Weeks NON SKI ACTIVITIES In and around Peisey-Vallandry, there are a number of activities available for the non-skier. Our 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; Ice Skating Snow shoeing Snow mobile Husky sledding Paragliding Helicopter tours Ballooning For more information on what other activities are available, take a look at the http://www.peiseyvallandry.com website. -6-
EQUIPMENT RENTAL A basic description of the ski levels is as follows to help you select the right level for your needs: Bronze Economy (Skis) Lowest price reliable equipment for the skier on a budget equipment which has been downgraded from silver and gold levels due to its age skis in their third year of use Silver Discovery (Skis and Boards) Skis designed for a good beginner or low intermediate looking for easy to manage skis on the slopes. Quality boots for comfort. Gold Sensation (Skis and Boards) Good intermediates or advanced skiers looking to maximize their performance and ability. Equipment maximum of two years old. This level allows customers 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. Platinum Excellence (Skis) 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 one year old. This level allows customers 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. MiniKid (Skis) Skis for very young children up to and including five years of age ski lengths from 70cm to 90cm. Junior Espoir (Skis) First level of skis for children between the age of six and eleven inclusively suitable for beginners or low intermediate levels. Ski lengths are from 100cm to 150cm equipment is a maximum of three years old. Junior Champion Skis and Boards High quality skis and snowboards for children aged six to eleven inclusively after they have skied a couple of weeks. The skis adapt to suit the ability and level. Lengths are between 100cm and 150cm, including race skis and twin tips as well as junior snowboards. Our discounted rates below are for service at the local shop and are for pre-bookings only. Prices in La Tania are between 40% and 60% discounted from the public prices, depending on the level, and the ski shop that we have contracts with is just a short walk from all of our catered chalets and self-catered apartments. Please note A ski pack consists of skis, boots and poles and does NOT include a helmet which must be added separately if required. All prices are shown in EUROS -7-
Adults 5 days 6 or 7 days 8 days 13 days Skis Skis, Blades & Boards Skis & Boards Skis Bronze Economy Silver Discovery Gold Sensation Platinum Excellence Ski Pack 61 70 93 137 Skis Only 46 53 70 103 Ski Pack 70 80 107 156 Skis Only 53 60 81 117 Ski Pack 83 95 127 185 Skis Only 63 72 96 139 Ski Pack 105 120 160 234 Skis Only 79 90 121 176 Adult Economy Boots 22 25 33 48 Boots Only Adult Economy Boots 25 28 38 55 Adult Advanced Boots 30 34 45 65 Adult Platinum Boots 37 42 57 82 Children Skis up to 5 yrs old Skis for 6-11yrs Skis & Boards 6-11yrs MiniKid Espoir Champion Ski Pack 31 35 47 68 Skis Only 23 27 35 52 Ski Pack 35 40 53 78 Skis Only 27 30 40 59 Ski Pack 53 60 80 117 Skis Only 40 45 60 88 Children s Boots Only 11 13 17 24 Boots Helmets Children s Boots Only Children s Boots Only Children s Helmet 13 14 19 28 19 21 28 41 13 15 20 29-8-