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Ski to door high altitude Catered Chalets - the ultimate ski luxury
Welcome to Snowfox Holidays. We are an independent, quality winter holiday company based in la Plagne Paradiski, one of the very best ski areas in the word. Our chalets ranging from comfortable to luxurious have been selected for their prime snow sure high altitude ski to door locations. Our small size and long experience of la Plagne means that we are able to provide a highly professional and flexible service which the larger ski companies just can't match!
Chalet Maxine 4*, Plagne 1800 Sleeps 24-32 people
Special GROUP BOOKING Discounts
Chalets Des Alpages 3* NEW! Granges du Soleil 4* Balcons de Belle Plagne 4*
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We believe in providing the ease and convenience of booking a package holiday whilst keeping the variety and choices of an independent holiday. Through this website you will be able to book your catered chalet, travel, transfers and ski packs. Simply choose the options which you require and enjoy a great value tailor-made ski experience.
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Chalet Maxine, Plagne 1800, Catered 4* - New for 2008-2009 A chalet designed with skier’s comfort in mind, Maxine benefits from a sauna and WIFI internet. All bedrooms are en-suite. The spacious living area features satellite TV, CD player, DVD player, a selection of books (children and adult), toy boxes (monopoly, jenga, chess, connect 4 and others).
Ideally situated just above the main Plagne 1800 chairlift, chalet Maxine enjoys some wonderful panoramic mountain views from its terrace. The ski school meeting point, a free beginners’ drag lift, the popular après-ski and evening la Mine pub and the free shuttle stop to Plagne Centre are all in immediate proximity. There is a free outdoor car park near by.
Layout:
Ground floor – Entrance hall, Sauna, Boot room, Two twin rooms with en-suite showers and WCs
First Floor – Dinning Area, Large comfortable living area and terrace overlooking the surrounding mountains
Second floor – Two twin rooms with en-suite showers and WCs and balconies overlooking the surrounding mountains, two further twin rooms with en-suite showers and WCs. Some rooms have additional bunk beds and are suitable for families.
Third floor - Two twin rooms with en-suite showers and WCs and balconies overlooking the surrounding mountains, two further twin rooms with en-suite showers and WCs. Some rooms have additional bunk beds.
Kids are HALF PRICE in our family rooms!
Chalet
Maxine Floor Plans Prices and Booking - BE SURE TO BOOK EARLY FOR LARGE GROUP BOOKINGS ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
These comfortable individual chalets are situated right by the edge of piste in Plagne Soleil at 2050m of altitude.
Chalet location - without doubt one of the best not only in la Plagne, but in all of the French Alps. The chalets are situated on the edge of the Dou du Praz blue run in the sought after 'Plagne Soleil' ski Village at 2050m of altitude! All you have to do in the morning is put your skis on and away you go!
For those of you who have not yet experienced a real ski to door high altitude chalet we can guarantee that you will love the experience. The chalets are located close to the crèche, ski school, restaurants, shops and Plagne Centre.
Chalet Soleil sleeps 10 Le Chalet Des Alpages sleeps 9 Chalet Renard sleeps 8
Example Chalet layout for 10 people: Ground Floor
1st Floor
2nd Floor
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Les Granges du Soleil, Plagne Soleil 4**** New Residence! Catered
For the 2007/2008 winter season we are very excited to introduce the brand new chalet residence “les Granges du Soleil” in Plagne Soleil. The genuine 4 star luxury complex finished in a traditional Alpine style enjoys a unique ski to door setting right on the blue runs “le Dou du Praz” and the “Ecartee” at 2050 meters of altitude.
Use of most of the complex’s superb range of
facilities such as the steam room, the pool and saunas are included the in
the price,
Facilities and services included:
Indoor heated pool. Jacuzzis, saunas, Turkish baths and a fitness training room Sitting room in reception with open fireplace
Messages services and weather forecasts available at reception Children’s equipment includes cots, high chairs, bottle warmers, safety plug protectors (subject to availability). Left luggage Ski lockers with shoe warmer Bed and bathroom linen Complimentary toiletries
N.B These photographs show a typical MGM residence interior which are the same standard and style as Les Granges du Soleil. Photographs of the completed Granges du Soleil residence will be issued as soon as they are available. Photographs supplied by CGH.
Chalet/Apartments available in Les Granges du Soleil for up to 8 guests.
Other facilities and services available at a supplement :
A whole range of body and beauty relaxation and treatments at the Centre Spas & Beauté Montagne Dressing gowns for rent 8 € Underground parking 10 € per space per day – Maximum height 2m Internet access at reception Wifi access in the chalet complex Laundry service Billiards
The Centre Spas & Beauté Montagne:
Spacious,
refined and beautifully designed and finished in wood, stone and Indoor heated pool (12m x 6m) Jacuzzis – Saunas – Turkish baths Superbly equipped cardio-vascular training room (walking machine, cycling machine with upper body training, stepping machine….) Body treatments * Beauty treatments * Massage *
* Payable treatments
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Les Balcons De Belle Plagne 4**** Catered
Located at 2050 meters of altitude, right by the main blue piste the chalet apartment complex « Les Balcons de Belle Plagne » offers superb ski to door skiing. The chalet apartments are decorated in the traditional Alpine style with pretty pine finishing. All bedrooms are en-suite. The spacious living areas feature satellite TV, CD player, fire places, toy boxes (monopoly, jenga, chess, connect 4 and others), DVD player.
Within the
complex there is an
indoor swimming pool open daily from
4pm to 8pm as well as a fitness centre and sauna (all payable locally). An underground car park is also available at a charge of 62 euros per week. The complex is a short walk from the car free centre of Belle Plagne where you will find a multitude of bars and shops as well as the popular Saloon nightclub.
It is easy
to see why Belle Plagne has
become a firm favorite wi skiers. The attractive Alpine village offers great high altitude skiing, for beginners and advanced skiers alike. It also offers a good basis from which to explore the whole Paradiski area, as the resort of Les Arcs is only two lifts away!
There are different size chalet apartments: Chalet Blanche Neige: 10 people Chalet Glacier: 9 people Chalet Bobsleigh: 8 people
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With its three glaciers, two peaks above 3000m, and 425 km of runs the la Plagne- Paradiski area is truly one of the worlds top ski destinations. Wide immaculately groomed slopes, long tree runs, north and south facing slopes, mogul fields, glacier skiing…Paradiski has it all! The pisted runs’ diversity and extensive off-piste make the area a great choice for groups of mixed abilities as everyone from the complete beginner through to the expert will find terrain to suit their ability.
Paradiski - La Plagne has something to offer to everyone.
Endless off-piste ranging from long forest runs in the village resorts of Montalbert, Montchavin and Les Coches, to the near vertical drop of the North Face of the Bellecôte glacier (guide recommended), as well as mind blowing couloirs and miles upon miles of wonderful powder. The off-piste in La Plagne could keep you busy for years, let alone a week's holiday…and we have not even mentioned Les Arcs and its wonderful off-piste and board parks. This diversity makes la Plagne a great choice for groups of mixed abilities as everyone from the complete beginner through to the expert will find terrain to suit their ability.
La Plagne Resort Information:
Three glaciers, two peaks above 3000m, and 425 km of runs make Paradiski one of the biggest and most varied ski domains in the world. The new 'Vanoise Express' bubble lift only takes 4 minutes to cover the 2km which separate La Plagne from les Arcs.
Paradiski Piste Map - Click to enlarge
From the la Plagne Tourist Office, Pierre Novat
Non-skiers
There are various walks offering stunning mountain panoramas which non-skiers can enjoy. Starting in Plagne Villages the Dou du Praz loop offers a pleasant walk halfway through which you can enjoy a refreshment on the Sunny terrace of the “le Dou du Praz” restaurant. A longer walk to Plagne Bellecote lets you enjoy not only stunning views of the Mont Blanc, but also some nice forest paths.
The Pass’Glacier allows walkers to take the telecabin up to the Glacier, visit the ice cave and marvel at its ice sculptures and taste some local specialties too. The Pass’Glacier costs 15 euros for an adult and is free for under children under 6.
Après Ski La Plagne is a ski resort full of life! There are many fun après-ski activities to be enjoyed by everyone.
For Adults
Night
clubs/Late bars
- There are a number of lively night clubs and relaxing
late bars, some of which provide
For Kids
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Here are the comments from our chalet guest book:
Well, I can honestly say that this has been the best chalet I have ever stayed in. Great location, everything electrical works, constant hot water, great food and lovely hosts made this feel this was our temporary home with temporary family. We'll be back! Michael and Lona
Second year with Snowfox and things get even better! Same great hosts and food but now the addition of door step skiing! What more can anybody ask for? Not a lot in my opinion. Fantastic value. Thanks for a great time. John and Finbar
It was so good last year we had to come back! We were worried about bringing the kids but they all loved it and I'm sure we will back. Thanks for all you have done to make our week great fun for us all." Nigel, Wendy, Lauren, Ellie and Joseph
Milli and Mino. A straw pole has been drawn out and everyone agrees that: 1. La Plagne is a great resort weather you are a beginner/intermediate/would be advanced. 2. The chalet location is ideal. 3. The hosting plus advice on lessons/the resort has been of the very highest calibre and very much appreciated. 4. The food has been faultless... we particularly liked the extras like all the beers, aperitifs as well as the wine - (have we drunk the cellar dry)? 5. Making hot chocolate for Pete and Dan every day was above and beyond the call of duty and very nice. 6. The veggie catering was excellent. 7. We would all love to stay longer rather than going home Rarely have we seen such thought and attention being put in to make sure that we chalet guests have such a great time. Fiona, Dan, Jessica, Helen, Nicky, Matt, Pete, Caroline, Ceri and James.
Camilla and Mino. Last year was great, this year was fantastic. Great skiing to door for kids. Wonderful food and help in every way. A week to remember. Thank you very much. Good luck and wishing you loads of love and happiness for the forthcoming wedding. Sarah, Antony, Anguz, Harriet and Fenella.
Thank you Mino, Stephanie and Milli, enjoyed our visit very much. Well catered chalet with excellent food every night. Great hosts who looked after us very well. McMurtrie and Davidson family.
Dear Milli and Mino, I have had a great week, first time in a ski chalet the food has been great and very varied which made everything better than going out. you have worked very hard to organise everything - chalet, passes, sunshine - and I really appreciate it. Good luck with the rest of the season. Stuart
Thank you Milli and Mino we have had a lovely time with you here at number 29! Thank you for all of your help, smiles, advise and giggles! Kate and Cam
Dear Camilla and Mino, We've had a wonderful time - great chalet location, right on the piste. Delicious food and wine. Thanks for all the help with equipment hire, lift passes and lessons - Oxygène was great. The local knowledge was fantastic and a great help. Sharon
Dear Mino and Camilla. Thank you once again for a wonderful holiday! It was great fun in la Plagne, the food and hospitality was exceptional and we enjoyed skiing with you in the snow park! We look forward to next year! Thank you again! Enjoy the rest of the season. Mark and Rachel
Dear Camilla and Mino. The food was excellent + plentiful. Lovely cakes. Thank you for a most enjoyable holidays and for making us feel at home. Tilley's, Greatbatch's, Yates, Metcalfe.
Dear Milli and Mino, Thank you for a lovely 2 weeks - we wish you every success with Snowfox. Liz and Paul
This is our second time with Milli and Mino and it was even better than our first visit. We will definitely come back. Very best wishes, the Glasgow crew. See you next year. MacFarlane, Lewsey, Morley.
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The right recipe for a great holiday! 6 days catering Champagne Reception ~ Kir Royal to welcome you to your chalet
Under 2's ~ Food for under 2 year olds can be arranged in resort Special dietary requirements ~ please inform us of any dietary requirements in advance (e.g. dairy free, vegetarian)
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Children
(Aged between 2 and 12) In our Chalets, children benefit from the following:
Under 2's - Accommodation free for children under 2 years old when sharing room (with cot) with 2 full paying adults. Food for children under 2 is not provided (however can be organised in resort).
Child Care
“Thank you ‘Les Farfadets’. What a wonderful service.” Elodie
Good quality child care is essential for a successful holiday. This is why we are very happy to recommend 'Les Farfadets', a local childcare company who employ fully qualified English speaking nannies and experienced babysitters. They provide a full range of services including Babysitting, Full-time Nannies and Childcare equipment rental.
Children's Ski School (3 to 13 years) We are also happy to say that Oxygène Ski School will pick up and drop off your children at the steps right outside your chalet.
Alternatively for those aged under 3 there is also the local ESF crèche just 50 metres from your chalet. For prices, availability, more information or to book a place please email enquiries@snowfoxholidays.co.uk with your requirements.
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We are a young couple with a passion for the mountains and the Paradiski ski area. Before creating Snowfox, we both worked for large tour operators in la Plagne chalet hosting and ski guiding. This will be our 7th season in la Plagne!
Our work philosophy can be summed up in the following two words: flexibility and quality. We care tremendously about what we do and are here to ensure that you have a wonderful holiday with us in la Plagne!
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La Plagne is a very popular ski resort with British tourists so there are plenty of travel options from the UK. Below are the different travel options available and links to travel providers. However, please do not hesitate to contact us if you require any assistance in booking or choosing your travel arrangements and we will be happy to help.
Self-Drive From our experience, self-driving is a great way of getting to la Plagne, especially if you live in the South of England. It takes approximately 9h 30mins to reach la Plagne from Calais (it is approximately 597 miles). It is an easy and well sign posted route. We recommend that you use an AA route planner which you can access and print online (www.theaa.com). Self-driving is also a very cost efficient way of travelling. In our experience the return journey should cost about £75 each for 4 passengers travelling in a car. This includes the channel crossings, petrol and motorway toll charges! To arrange your Channel crossing you should contact the one of the following:
Once you get to la Plagne finding your way around is easy! Just follow the well sign posted route to Plagne Soleil.
Air Travel
Nearest airports:
Here are a few links to places we can recommend to purchase your flights at a great price:
Snowjet offers low cost flights to Chambery from Gatwick, Bristol and Manchester
The following companies fly to these airports: British Airways - Gatwick, Heathrow and Manchester to Geneva. Gatwick, Birmingham and Manchester to Lyon. Air France - Heathrow to Lyon. EasyJet - Gatwick, Liverpool, Bristol, Luton, Newcastle, Belfast, Glasgow and East Midlands to Geneva. Stansted to Lyon. Luton and Stansted to Grenoble. BMI Baby - East Midlands, Cardiff, Manchester and Teesside to Geneva. Swiss Air - Heathrow to Geneva. FlyBe - Southampton to Chambery. Dublin, Guernsey, Jersey and Southampton to Geneva. Flyglobespan - Glasgow and Edinburgh to Geneva Astraeus - Gatwick to Chambery
Snow Train
Possibly the best way to visit la Plagne is by train as the transfer time from the station at Aime La Plagne to Plagne Soleil is only 30 minutes and the journey is very comfortable and great value.
The advantage of using the direct Friday overnight train service from Waterloo or Ashford International to Aime La Plagne, is that it gives you 8 days on the slopes as opposed to the 6 which you normally get with using air transport. Trains also leave from these stations on Saturday mornings throughout the season. For train options please contact: www.eurostar.co.uk or www.raileurope.co.uk
Transfers
You can book transfers from any of the following: Aime train station - coaches run from the station to la Plagne as the snow trains arrive. These cost about 8€ per person and can be pre-booked through Cars Berard on 0033 (0)479 090344 or can be purchased on the coach. Lyon Airport - buses run from Lyon to la Plagne at 92€ per person return. There are discounts for children. To book please call Satobus Alpes on 0033 (0)437 256 265 or visit: http://satobus-alpes.altibus.com/index_en.html Geneva Airport - buses run about every hour from Geneva to la Plagne. There are discounted prices for children. To book please call Aéroski-bus on 0041 22 798 2000 or visit www.alpski-bus.com. Other: For groups or families it is often more convenient and cheaper to book private transfers. We can arrange this for you with 'Allo BK Taxi' (based in la Plagne) at good rates. Click here for prices. Please just send us an email and we will be happy to arrange your transfer for you in la Plagne.
Please call or email us for a quote or timetable for any of these options. We are happy to shop around for the best transfer cost for you with other transfer companies in the area.
Alternatively, you may consider the option of renting a car from the airport. This can be arranged either directly at the airport or online with one of the following for prices as low as £120 per week:
If you haven't already got your ski insurance then you can purchase a low cost comprehensive ski insurance here.
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During the 2006-2007 season we will be delighted to share our passion for the la Plagne ski area with you. Three times a week we invite you to join in our social ski group and cruise the blues, storm the reds or dare the blacks together!
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Due to the link between la Plagne and les Arcs, there are now even more options for your lift pass! The combined La Plagne and Les Arcs ski area is called 'Paradiski'. There are three different area lift pass options:
Important information :
Prices 2007-2008 la Plagne ski pass(22/12/06 to 18/04/07) Paradiski Discovery Paradiski Unlimited Adult Child & Senior Adult Child & Senior Adult Child & Senior 6 day 197.50€ 148.50€ 6 day 211€ 158.50€ 6 day 237€ 178€ 7 day 223€ 167.50€ 7 day 237€ 178€ 7 day 265€ 199€ 8 day 250€ 187.50€ 8 day 265€ 199€ 8 day 294€ 220.50€
Family lift pass packages are also available for families of 4+ at discounted rates.
Pre-bookings - We will pre-book your lift passes for you! This means that your lift passes will be waiting for you in the chalet on arrival! Payment to be made in resort. You no longer need a passport photo! To order you lift passes now click here. |
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Ski Hire We have teamed up with the 'Ski Set' ski hire shop, just a minutes walk from our chalet. All staff are English speaking and very knowledgeable about skiing and snowboarding. They have also agreed to give all our customers a 10% discount on the public price. Subject to availability, you may also exchange your skis for a snowboard for the day (and vice-versa) at no extra cost!
6 day ski hire prices 2007-2008 (including 10% discount)
Adult Skis/Snowboard and Boots Children's skis, boots + helmet Bronze 93.60€ (skis + boots only) Mini-kids (0-5yrs) 38.70€ Silver 127.80€ Beginner 59.40€ Gold 146.06€ 3 Experienced 90.90€ Platinum 152.10€ Snowboard 101€
Oxygène is a well established private ski school. They deal mostly with British holiday makers so all instructors are good English speakers. They also have a great approach to teaching children.
Ski School Prices 2007-2008
Adults Group Lessons: 6 half days 6 full days Discovery - for absolute beginners: 165€(185) - Discovery + lift pass - beginners only: 287€(299) - Evolution - a few days to a week experience: 165€(185) - Evolution Plus - good speed control on blues:165€(185) -
Children's Group Lessons: 6 half days 6 full days 6 half days with lift pass 6 full days with lift pass Snowman - 3-5 years: 161€(181) - - - Premier Ski - 5/6 years +: 161€(181) 201€(211) 254€(274) 294€(299) Bronze - 6 years +, with 1 week experience: 161€(181) 201€(211) 254€(274) 294€(299) Silver - for kids with 2-3 weeks experience: 161€(181) 201€(211) 254€(274) 294€(299) Gold - for kids with 2-3 weeks experience: 161€(181) 201€(211) 254€(274) 294€(299)
Price with lift pass is only available for beginner skiers as for the first few days it will only cover a limited area of the resort. The prices in brackets are for school holidays.
For any prices or lessons which are not quoted above please email enquiries@snowfoxholidays.co.uk with your requirements. It is advisable to book your ski school well in advance to avoid disappointment - especially for those busy weeks. To book your ski school now click here.
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Les
Chalets Des Alpages, Plagne Soleil
3***
Comfortable chalets set on the slopes
Shower room with sink
A
large number of green and easy blue slopes which are perfect for
beginners.
A
heaven for intermediates with over 200 blue and red runs. Recognised as
one of the best intermediate areas in the world. 
Advanced
skiers and snowboarders will be able to test themselves on a number of
black runs and some of the best off-piste around. The Paradiski area, from
Montalbert all the way to Villaroger offers a great variety of challenging
runs for advanced skiers.
Link between La Plagne and Les Arcs 
you with a free shuttle service back to the chalet in the early hours of
the morning! 
