What to pack for a family ski holiday
Ski holidays can seem like a bit of a mission when you bring children into the mix but with this handy list, you’ll be packed and ready for those blue bird days before you know it. Don’t forget as well...
View ArticleSpecial offers on summer holidays
Get your summer started and choose from one of our enticing mountain getaways. We’re offering great savings on alpine walking breaks, family adventure holidays and self-catered chalets: 2 Peaks walking...
View ArticleTips and information for car hire from Geneva Airport
It’s fantastic to have the freedom of your own set of wheels on holiday for getting around resort and exploring the surrounding area. Annecy, Chamonix and Yvoire on Lake Geneva are all around an hour’s...
View ArticleAre you suffering from beach boredom?
Whilst there is nothing wrong with lazing on a beach with a strawberry daiquiri and a good book, after a few years of holidaying in beach resorts you may start to feel that all your holidays start to...
View Article5 reasons to make the Samoens to Chamonix Circular Tour your next big trek
If you’re looking for a new challenge for 2015 the Samoens to Chamonix Circular Tour could be your answer. We’re really excited to be offering this six day walking tour on select weeks this summer....
View ArticleSummer time in Samoens: for families who dare!
Most people who have come across our beautiful little corner of the world tend to know the village of Samoens for its winter sports and access to the extensive Grand Massif ski area. Rarely do people...
View ArticleFamily ski holiday packing guide
How to get your kids slope-ready and not have a nervous breakdown It’s hard enough packing for your standard beach holiday, but when it comes to taking your family skiing, whether you’re first-timers...
View ArticleSnowshoeing in the French Alps
You don’t have to be a daredevil to find yourself in untracked territory this winter. Go off-piste and escape the crowds by doing something a little different… Donning a pair of skis or a snowboard and...
View ArticleSo… Who won our February competition?
The Winner of the February Giveaway is… February’s competition answer was: Q) In metres, what height is the top of the Tete de Saix in Samoens? – 2,120 metres February’s Winner Is… The winner of our...
View ArticleAnd Our January Competition Winner Is…
The Winner of the January Giveaway is… January’s competition answer was: 1) What is the playing surface made of on our new pool table in La Grande Ourse chalet? – Slate January’s Winner Is… The winner...
View ArticleSome of Our Lovely Catered Chalet Treats
Our Catered Chalet Treats We love good food and we think it’s important that you eat well in order to enjoy your holiday in the mountains. Unlike many catered chalets, we employ experienced...
View ArticleLucky December Competition Winners
The Winner of the December Giveaway is… December’s competition answers were: 1) What resort did we compare Samoens’ snow history to in our recent blog post? – Chamonix 2) What is the missing word?...
View ArticleExciting Chalet Changes for 2013/14
Exciting Changes for Winter 2013/14 We’ve been working very hard over this last inter-season to improve the Grande Ourse and offer you an even better chalet holiday here in Samoëns! This winter, we...
View ArticleThe Lucky November Competition Winners
The Winner of the November Giveaway is… November’s competition answers were: 1) In what year did we start Absolute Alpine – 2008 2) ow much snow was there on the upper slopes of Samoens on week 2 of...
View ArticleOctober Competition Winner
The Winner of the October Giveaway is… October’s competition answers were: 1) How many bedrooms in our beautiful chalet La Petite Ourse – 2 2) How many kilometers of pistes in the Grand Massif – 256 3)...
View ArticleSamoëns 2012/13 Snow Report
The 2012/13 Snow Report for Samoëns and the Grand Massif If you need more reasons to choose the Grand Massif for you next winter holiday, look no further than our impressive snow history. Given our...
View ArticleSeptember Competition Winner
The Winner of the September Giveaway is… September’s competition answers were: 1) Maximum number of guests that can stay in the Grande Ourse – 13 2) Grade of the Via Ferrata near Samoëns – AD+ 3)...
View ArticleWalking in Samoens – A Wildlife Extravaganza!
Wildlife & Walking in the French Alps Our beautiful surroundings here in Samoëns offer incredible opportunities to see spectacular, elusive and even rare wildlife and a guided walking holiday with...
View ArticleSummer Fun in Samoëns – White Water Activities
White Water Fun to Cool Down in Samoëns Sunny Summers in Samoëns Summer in Samoëns tends to be a sunny and uplifting affair. Of course, it’s the mountains so we can have an odd day of rain or a...
View ArticleWalking in Samoens
Walking in Samoens Samoens is a wonderful spot for walking and hiking with plenty of well marked trails to follow. Our walking holidays offer an amazing chance to enjoy this mountain paradise and spot...
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