Guarantee a white Christmas this season and save over 30% with Pierre & Vacances
With mega festive savings, a host of new services and a new snow guarantee ‘tis the season to spend Christmas with Pierre & Vacances.
Snowsports enthusiasts can currently save up to 30% on Christmas accommodation and up to 25% when booking lift passes and equipment rental in advance with Pierre & Vacances.
Previous snow patterns show a fantastic snow season tends to follow winters that started late.* Those concerned about the delayed start to last year’s winter can rest assured this Christmas is likely to be a snow boomer but if that’s not the case guests can claim their money back with the Pierre & Vacances snow guarantee. The free snow guarantee allows holiday-makers to cancel their holiday five days before departure and receive a full refund in the event there is not enough or too much snow**. The guarantee is restricted to ski areas located above 1500 metres and to departures between the 19th December 2015 and 9th April 2016.*
Pierre & Vacances pull out all the stops to ensure guests have a great value festive experience in the mountains. Families will love guest’s appearances from the P&V Père Noël who will visit Premium Residences over Christmas, dishing out presents to the children. Families can also take advantage of a new family package which includes instruction and childcare. Couples can treat each other to a spa package with inclusive treatments and festive groups looking to party can take advantage of a new ‘Folie Douce’ package which includes food, drinks and a goodie-bag. More details of packages can be found below.
Save up to 30% in the Pierre & Vacances Christmas sale
Get festive in Arc 1950 and save over £600
At the heart of the French Alps guests will find seven warm, welcoming “Green Key” labelled residences making up the pedestrianised village of Arc 1950. Everything has been designed for guests to enjoy a privileged, doorstep skiing holiday with fully equipped luxury apartments and a number of inclusive services and activities. The “Deep Nature Spa®” by Cinq Mondes offers a range of relaxing, multi-sensory experiences in an innovative well-being area. To complete the picture, two indoor and outdoor swimming pools with heated whirlpool baths, fitness rooms, sauna and steam room are also available.
7 nights in the 5* Premium Residence Arc 1950 Le Village accommodation is priced at £1,334 (down from £1,936 saving 31%) for a one bedroom apartment sleeping four people arriving 19th December.
Save 20% on 5* accommodation and in Avoriaz and enjoy an inclusive sleigh-ride transfer
The Falaise district in Avoriaz 1800 hosts the luxury Alpine Premium residence L’Amara. The ski-in/ski-out accommodation offers awe-inspiring panoramic views over the Morzine valley and the wood and traditionally worked stone-clad interiors combine modernity and tradition to create a warm festive atmosphere. The car-free centre of Avoriaz is ideal for families and kids will love the inclusive resort transfer in a horse and cart. The “Deep Nature Spa®” by Algotherm guarantees well-being, alongside open-access to the heated indoor swimming pool and paddling pool. Children will also enjoy a dedicated kids’ area in reception and a childcare service.
7 nights in the 5* Premium Residence L’Amara is currently priced at £2,045 (down from £2,583 saving 20%) for a one bedroom apartment sleeping four people arriving 19th December.
Save 31% on 5* Flaine accommodation
The Terrasses d’Eos residence meets all the needs of the most luxurious breaks. The large chalet-apartments combine contemporary style with traditional architecture and blend perfectly into the surrounding landscape. Their position in the upper part of the resort provides guests with privileged views over the valley and the spruce-covered mountains. Pleasure and relaxation at the Terrasses d’Eos are ensured by the heated outdoor swimming pool, cardio-training room, and whirlpool bath with panoramic views.
7 nights in the 5* Terrasses d’Eos is currently Priced at £1,035 (down from £1,509 saving 31%) for a one bedroom apartment sleeping four people arriving 19th December.
Experience a Meribel Christmas at a fraction of the price – save 21%
The 4* Premium Residence Les Fermes de Méribel, nestled in the heart of Méribel Village, showcases the Savoie region’s traditional architecture at its best. Divided between six stone and wood chalets, its apartments prioritise space and are warm and charming. All accommodation boasts a balcony with views over the Alps. The Fermes de Méribel residence has dedicated fitness areas with saunas, steam rooms, fitness suites and an indoor swimming pool.
7 nights in the 4* Premium Residence Les Fermes de Méribel is currently priced at £1,533 (down from £1,943 saving 21%) for a one bedroom apartment sleeping five people arriving 19th December.
Les Alpages de Chantel – Arc 1800
Pierre & Vacances Les Alpages de Chantel Premium residence, located on the hillside of the Arc 1800 ski resort, offers superb panoramic views over Les Arcs valley and direct access to the slopes. The holiday apartments are fully equipped with all the mod cons guests may need for a relaxing and comfortable ski break in Les Arcs including access to the “Deep Nature Spa.”
7 nights in the 4* Premium Residence Alpages de Chantel is currently priced at £1,138 (down from £1,656 saving 31%) for a one bedroom apartment sleeping three people arriving 19th December.
Take advantage of additional early-season booking offers on ski packs this Christmas
NEW ski pack offers: Book in advance and save up to 20% on lift passes and up to 25% when booking lift pass and equipment rental
By purchasing lift passes in advance with Pierre & Vacances accommodation; guests can enjoy a minimum 5% discount on a week’s lift pass and up to 20% if booked before November 3, 2015 (inclusive). The 5% reduction applies during the whole winter season in Avoriaz, La Plagne and Isola 2000 and in all areas*** if booked outside of French school holidays. There’s now absolutely no need to wait in line after a long journey: the ski passes that guests book online will be available in the residence reception when they arrive. Those booking lift passes and equipment rental can save up to 25%.
Treat your loved ones this Christmas with NEW packages to suit couples, families and groups
New relaxing wellness package for a gentler holiday
Those looking to be pampered on holiday can take advantage of a new relaxing wellness package available in the 13 Pierre & Vacances Premium residences that feature a Deep Spa Nature.®
The new relaxing wellness package add-on costs 164€ per person per stay and includes a Signature Immersion massage (50 minutes), a Marine Exfoliating treatment (25 minutes) and a radiance facial treatment (25 minutes) all provided by professionals. Guests also have access to the wellness area with indoor or outdoor pool and the relaxation area with sauna and steam room.
New FOLIE DOUCE package for groups
Pierre & Vacances has partnered up with La Folie Douce, the brand that mixes madness, great mountain flavours and fun times, to bring a party package to the slopes. Currently available in four Pierre & Vacances destinations (Val Thorens, Val d’Isere, Alpe d’Huez and Meribel) the ‘Folie Douce’ package add-on costs 70€ per person and includes Folie Douce goodie bag and accessories, two excellent meals and some drinks at La Folie Douce bar. It’s the ideal hang out for groups of friends that want to soak up the après-ski vibe and dance the afternoon away with live DJs and cabaret.
New family package and kids ski programme
Pierre & Vacances take the hassle out of family holidays with new childcare package options. A new ‘liberty pack’ offers 5* childcare services in selected Premium resorts and residences (Flaine, Avoriaz and Arc 1950). Children aged 2-13 are looked after by a team of professionals who will introduce them to a range of indoor (creative arts, music workshops) and outdoor (snowshoe walks, Olympics, igloo building) activities. Packages cost from 80€ for the week and include 6 x 3 hour childcare sessions.
Packages that include ski instruction are also available for children aged 5 -11 in a selection of resorts. Kids will not only develop their technique and meet new friends but they can also enjoy a range of other activities in the snow and supervised lunches. Packages cost from 284€ and include ski school, lunch and a selection of activities.
Visit: www.pierreetvacances.co.uk or call 0870 0267 145 for more information.
Christmas sale deals with savings up to 30% will expire on Wednesday 7th October. Savings of up to 20% will be available until 3rd November 2015. For updated prices and savings please get in touch.
*According to historical snow data from the Ski Club of Great Britain (based on stats from Les Arcs).
** Terms and conditions apply. To claim ‘a lack or excess of snow’ over two thirds of a ski resorts lifts must be closed for at least 2 consecutive days within the 5 days preceding departure
***Please note that this offer does not apply during holidays periods except in the resorts mentioned. .
