Messages posted by : andyhull
I think the problem is people relying on Internet translations of French reports, the reports that she had died seem to have come from badly translated medical terms in one of the French reports. UCPA are: UCPA: National Association for Outdoor Sports Centres UCPA is a not for profit organisation as defined by the French law of 1901, an association of youth organisations unique in France made up of corporate bodies, created in 1965. It is run by government bodies, including Ministries with responsibility for Health, Young People, Sport and Community Service. The UCPA organisation views its humanistic and socially aware programme as an extension of public service, and participates in the implementation of public policies aimed at the young. The UCPA's mission: to make outdoor sports accessible to the greatest possible number of young people, in the best conditions of safety and practice. UCPA offers an unrivalled quality of teaching with its UCPA instructors who are state qualified or undergoing training. It subscribes to an open style of teaching that adapts to everyone's personality and development. UCPA, also guarantees the quality of its sports equipment. Its entire pool of equipment is refurbished and reconditioned regularly to make your learning easier and more enjoyable throughout. Instructors and trainees test sports equipment for the biggest brand names in skiing, surfing and sportswear… |
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Done.
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From PlanetSki
Two people were caught this morning while skiing off piste. They were both rescued in a huge search operation. One is seriously injured and the other is recovering at home. They were not wearing transceivers. The accident happened late morning under the Aeroski lift that goes from Tignes Le Lac in the north face of the Tovier sector. They were reported to be in an area that had been closed by the authorities but this has not been confirmed. The risk of avalanche was 4 on a scale of 5 and people had been warned to be extra careful. The identities of the victims have not been released but it is understood they are in their 20s and the person seriously injured is female. We have been informed by the authorities that both the people involved are French. At one point it was feared a third person was buried. "Two persons were caught in an avalanche this morning at 11:29 am. The first one had been found quickly, just unconscious, and is now well and at home. The second one is most seriously injured and is actually on her way to the hospital of Grenoble. The ski patrols from Tignes and Val d'Isère and the skiing instructors from Tignes were all on the spot to find them as fast as they can but the victims were not equipped with detectors," said a statement we have been sent by the tourist office. Neither of the people involved was wearing a transceiver. The ski patrol, local ski instructors and passers-by helped in the search operation. Rescue teams were called over from neighbouring Val d'Isere. Helicopters were unable to fly due to poor visibility and strong winds. It is not clear for how long or how deep the injured person was buried. The resort has seen over a metre of snow in the past few days accompanied by high winds. Many slopes in the area have been closed due to the danger of avalanches. |
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Wish I was here!
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I was thinking more René Artois....
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Crystal's conditions also say:
Crystal prices do not include: Meals and accommodation en route (except where specified) In-flight catering on some short haul flights Airport holiday supplement, where applicable Ski travel insurance (which you must have, see web) Carriage of skis and snowboards on charter flights (included on some scheduled flights) Porterage of luggage at any stage Breakdown Insurance (Self-Drive) CDW or local taxes on car hire Any services provided locally that are advertised as being available at the booked resort or accommodation, but not described as free of charge e.g. child care/ski school, hotel facilities. Any local gratuities, taxes charged by hotels/condos in USA/Canada Credit card fees. Italian tourist tax. |
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Yes it's usual in most European resorts. Going rate seems to be 1.10euros per night.
Just found this: Please note that there is a government tax in place across Italy which means that hotel guests must pay a tourist tax. This is €0.75 per person per night for hotels up to 3 stars. For hotels above 3 star the rate is €1.00 pppn. This is not included in the prices that are displayed on the site. It must be paid in cash when guests check out of the hotels. http://www.sauzeonline.com/accommodation/ |
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Chamonix is opening a week early, this Saturday.
More information on the website tomorrow. http://www.chamonix.com/snow-report,89,en.html |
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