CHALETS IN FRANCE(LA PLAGNE 1800)

Hi all, been skiing for many years now but never stayed in a chalet, but since the arrival of my little one we have booked up to stay in a crystal chalet.Could someone shed some light on them so i know what to take/expect!! is all linen supplied, do i need kettle or is coffee/tea free all day long, can you use the kitchen facilities,how much/long is wine free per night, what sort of entertainment is in the chalet for adults and kids!!

Also is there a local shop/supermarket in plagne 1800 for the essentials like beer,beer,beer and erm... more beer!! can you bring in your own beer or do they provide a pay bar in chalet,do chalet host all live in or do some sleep elsewhere.

ps snow is looking good, just hope it stops on saturday night!!!

Cant comment on the resort, but once you have done a chalet, I doubt you will do it any other way again.
Everything is provided. You wont need to take anything expect your clothes and ski stuff.
Free wine is usually during dinner. However, the twice i have been, the rep has allowed us to have as much as we want when we want. Mind you that was Skiworld and not Crystal!
Relax, enjoy, and make the most of it.
Have a great trip.

There is an element of chance with Chalets. They vary a lot in terms of size and quality. In addition, the quality of the chalet staff is critical - most of them are young gap year kids intent on having a good time. Having said that the TOs keep on top of them and have very little tolerance of any messing about with guests. I have travelled with Crystal most years and generally find them perfectly acceptable - reasonably accommodation (though occasionally a bit down at heel) and pretty good chalet staff who can usually rustle up a pretty decent meal. Staff can be live-in or out but will usually have separate living quarters even if living in.

All linen, etc will be provided and you will receive a reasonable amount of wine with dinner - technically, there is a limit but unless you are doing the dog on it, the chalet staff will usually keep it coming during dinner. Once dinner is over, the supply will stop. This is usually so the staff can finish up and get out to play :roll:

Technically, guests are not supposed to go into the kitchen but you probably will be able to make a cup of tea or warm up a baby's bottle.

Entertainment depends on the chalet - smaller ones may have a few board games but don't expect much more than that. Unlikely to have a TV. A portable DVD player and a DS can come in handy for entertaining the kids or even yourself if you are going to be stuck in :wink:

Not familiar with Plagne 1800 but it is sure to have at least a small supermarket for beer supplies.

Enjoy and may the snow be with you :lol: