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Snapzzz wrote:Anyone been alone? was it a good experience?

Yep, a few times. Always good.

As long as you're not a psychopath, a good bet is probably a small independent, catered chalet. They'll have other guests you can ski with; and most seem to offer some kind of "ski hosting" nowadays too so you'll have company on the mountain if you want it.

If that sounds good I can recommend Snow Chalet in La Clusaz, who I've stayed with a few times. I think they've looked after a few other J2Skiers too...

...the host is sporting a mildly alarming 'tache this month (all in a good cause) but don't let that put you off... 8)

Switzerland

Home to some of the most stunning mountains with enormous lift-served verticals, it boasts the world's very first winter sports resort, St Moritz and a flawless transport system that is seamless from airport to resort.



Ski Accommodation Retailer, PowderBeds has teamed up with the Swiss Tourist Board to launch over 80 new Swiss Ski Hotels in 18 of Switzerland's very best ski resorts. The latest technology allows PowderBeds.com to offer its customers the very best range of products at the best prices as well as the latest top deals as soon as they're released and access to the most ski hotel availability in Switzerland online.

"Flexibility is key. We understand that traditional weekly stays from a Saturday can be restrictive, so we're opening up availability throughout the season to allow more flexible travel options. Our customers can now make the most of their time off and book ski holidays that fit their busy schedules." Says Business Development Manager, Marcus Blunt.

Exclusive resorts have been made now perfectly affordable by PowderBeds. You can book a hotel in Klosters from £62/night, the iconic Zermatt is available from £81/night with its extensive ski area stretching into Italy and a Ski Hotel in Saas-Fee, one of Europe's highest ski areas, is available from just £68/night.



Even peak season dates return plenty of availability and with such regular flights to Geneva and Zurich and the notoriously efficient Swiss train system, getting to and from the Swiss Alps is easier than ever before.



Here are just a few of the fantastic deals featured on PowderBeds.com right now.

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Zermatt is one of the most talked about resorts with a giant ski area. It has Europe's highest ski lifts and boasts spectacular views of the infamous Matterhorn, not to mention some of the most stunning Ski Hotels in Zermatt.

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Saas-Fee Accommodation

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With PowderBeds.com you can stay at The Best Western Grand Hotel Metropol for just £96/night. This stunning hotel is just 5 minutes' walk from the ski lifts and features a fantastic spa with indoor pool, solarium, Biosauna and finnish sauna. Guests can enjoy delicious 6 course meals every evening after skiing.



Klosters Accommodation

Klosters is one of Switzerland's most exclusive resorts, boasting an enormous ski area with some of the longest ski runs in the world, stunning mountain scenery and buckets of chocolate box charm.

The Hotel Sport in Saas-Fee is available for just £62/night on PowderBeds. Enjoy a fantastic swimming pool, sophisticated cuisine at the in-house BunderStubli restaurant, comfortable and well decorated rooms and suites and even a bowling alley to enjoy with friends and family.

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TowerBridge Andy wrote:Do we have any specific weather patterns which effect Europe, if so what are they called (If named)?

Yes, currently in effect is the Extremely large Blocking Air System Turning Anxiety Rapidly to Depression

El Bastard.

More info from the Guardian here.

I think the important bit is this :-

All customer orders are protected by the ATOL protection scheme and equivalent programmes

Definitely worth watching closely though.

Some interesting comments to the article above but I'd think a takeover would be a possible outcome?

TheoBane wrote:YAY Snow is coming

Steady... wait for it... 8)

The past few days have seen the forecast models throwing out possibilities that are all over the place; some are cold, some are warm and some have snow... some have lots of snow... but just about every run of every model is showing a wide range of possibilities after Friday.

I think this Thursday's email could be a call to dance! :lol:

It all depends... 8)

All the forecast models are struggling to predict what will happen as the blocking system, that's been keeping European weather on-hold for the past 3 weeks, finally wanders off.

Expect the forecasts to be (even) more dynamic than usual until at least mid-week...

Now is the time to be doing that snow dance!

bandit wrote:

snowb4ndit wrote:If these guys can do, I'm sure the j2ski lads can pull it off!

SB, we are just talking about a little cross dressing here and there, nothing major :lol:

:lol: :lol: :lol: :lol: :lol: missed that... :lol:

bandit wrote:...Nooooooooo! too much explaining to do :shock:

I'm sure those kindly, gentle folk at TGR will happily explain to anyone seeking enlightenment... 8)