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Mountain: ten "all-inclusive" holiday clubs in the northern Alps

2021-11-22T06:10:07.843Z


The snow holiday rating is rapidly melting when we turn to full board options. And in this game, the village-clubs have been competing for comfort and services in recent years. The proof by ten, from small resorts to the largest ski areas.


At the foot of the slopes: Belambra "Val Claret", in Tignes

The No. 1 holiday club in France is inaugurating a brand new address instead of the old Club Med, at the foot of the funicular leading to the Grande Motte glacier and to the entire Espace Killy ski area.

This establishment in a privileged location joins the upscale collection of Belambra and offers for the occasion a unique "all inclusive" formula, with full support for 3-17 year olds (including lessons at the ESF), three supervised evenings to allow parents to enjoy their evening, full board and a wide choice of sports and fun activities.

The price:

from € 886 per week "all inclusive" (full board, unlimited drinks, support for children aged 3 to 17, entertainment).

More info on belambra.fr

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For families: Village-club du Soleil, in Arc 1800

This four-star village-club is ideal for families of skiers with different levels and needs.

Strambali Badiali

It is one of the excellent value for money on the market with a location in the heart of the fabulous Paradiski area. Its rounded architecture and all wood that stands facing Mont-Blanc and among the pine trees makes it the ideal retreat to disconnect with the family. With support from 4 months and up to 17 years old, a total of five children's clubs dedicated to each age group for ideally targeted activities, this four-star village-club is ideal for families of skiers who have advanced levels. and different needs. Same “à la carte” approach for meals with a Restopuce for the little ones, and “friends' lunches or dinners” for teenagers. For non-skiers, snowshoe lessons included in this

all inclusive

.

The price:

from € 729 per week "all inclusive" (full board, activities, equipment, childcare).

More info on villagesclubsdusoleil.com.

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With toddlers: Miléade Village-club, in Pralognan-la-Vanoise

Pralognan-la-Vanoise, an authentic and family resort, nestled at an altitude of 1450 m.

Miléade / Press photo

Perched at an altitude of just over 1,400 meters, the family resort and pioneer of winter sports is particularly suitable for toddlers. It is designed as a friendly circus at the foot of the Vanoise National Park - one of the most preserved - and revolves around a building with historic architecture: that of this three-star family club. Placed in the middle of the resort with all the activities around - skating rink, pony-sledding, alpine farm, departure of the slopes, construction of igloos, sled dogs, etc ... - it embodies the ideal destination with three clubs for children and teenagers . For 3 months - 2 years and every day: lunch with the activity leaders, afternoon tea, an outdoor outing, early learning activities, nursery rhymes, an XXL mascot and a nap. And once a week,a pushchair snack with parents-babies and activity leaders.

The price:

from € 595 per week “all inclusive” for adults over 14, € 240 for children under 5.

More info on mileade.com.

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In tribe: Village Clubs du Soleil, in Oz-en-Oisans

This village-club faces the slopes, a few meters from the Alpette cable car.

Village Clubs du Soleil / Press photo

Built in 2018 and perfectly integrated into its environment, this upscale village-club is seeking 4 stars for its very modern signature and ultra-comfortable equipment. White, wood, stone and very bright chalets or apartments, living spaces designed for the different types of "tribes" ... This is all the chic of this address located opposite the slopes, a few meters from the Alpette cable car. In addition to the four children's clubs from 3 months old, there is a "pro" ski shop, a gym, a multitude of services (nursery, laundry, etc.), a spa with heated indoor swimming pool, hammam and sauna, fitness room. projection, bar, and buffet side, local and seasonal.

The price:

from € 834 per week “all inclusive” (full board, unlimited wines, downhill skiing included, equipment, activities and entertainment).

More info on villagesclubsdusoleil.com.

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For well-being: Club Med, La Rosière

At an altitude of 1950 meters and facing south, the Club Med Resort, dressed in stones and wood, overlooks the entire Tarentaise valley.

Club Med / Press photo

The latest from the brand, facing south and ideally located at the bottom of the slopes, at the edge of the first fir trees, this Club Med is inspired by its Franco-Italian environment. With a lifestyle, decor and gastronomy that celebrates the best of both cultures. With a large ski France-Italy on the open space San Bernardo. Its other strong point? The Wellness area, bathed in light and observing the entire mountain range behind its picture windows. The spa is signed Cinq Mondes, the swimming pool stretches over 20 meters with swimming against the current, and for a complete fitness: Yoga School, meditation and muscle strengthening. For the rest, nothing is changed in the magic recipe, everything is included and there is something for all desires, all generations with a certain standing.

The price:

from € 1,590 per week "all inclusive" (full board, activities, childcare).

More info on clubmed.fr

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For cross-country skiing enthusiasts: L'Auberge nordique, in Le Grand Bornand

After a nice renovation last winter and on arrival, this charming institution for cross-country skiing enthusiasts remains one of the essential clubs.

D. Machet / Le Grand-Bornand

After a nice renovation last winter and on arrival, 26 additional rooms, this charming institution for cross-country skiing enthusiasts remains one of the essential clubs, ideally located at the bottom of the valley, at the start of 65 kilometers of Nordic ski slopes. Beautiful architecture, sensitivity to sustainable tourism (“Chouette Nature” label for waste management, wood heating, local food, etc.), conviviality promoting exchanges between residents, and well-targeted stays such as the “ Nordic Cocktail ”, a subtle mix of cross-country skiing, snowshoeing and biathlon, supervised by professionals. Since the renovation, a small spa with a salt cave is available for recovery in a "hygge" spirit.

The price:

“Nordic Cocktail”, every week, from January 2 to March 12, 2022, from € 755 per person (in double room and full board, activities).

More info on auberge-nordique.com.

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For fans of everything schuss: Village Club Miléade, in Courchevel 1650

This village-club brings together lovers of great skiing since it is located in the heart of the 3 Valleys ski area.

Miléade / Press photo

Nestled among the pine trees, 150 meters from the slopes and 800 meters from the center of the resort, this village-club brings together lovers of great skiing since it is located in the heart of the 3 Valleys ski area, the most prestigious ski area. Alps. Integrated into its surroundings, the wooden building has 80 rooms for two to five people, most of which even overlook the Saulire slope so that you don't lose any of your motivation when you wake up. As for the panoramic terrace, it is sunny and also allows you to observe the ballet of the skiers. Adapted to all family profiles and board sports enthusiasts, this three-star village-club welcomes children with dedicated clubs, from 3 months to 17 years old and for the whole family, itis here an "all ski" formula with even a daily stretching session to "recover" after the effort.

The price:

from € 1,520 for two people, the “all-inclusive” week (full board, packages, activities, children's clubs).

More info on mileade.com.

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For non-skiers: Hotel-club Vacances Bleues "Les Chalets du Prariand", in Megève

A huge chalet set back from the village, surrounded by nature and built by architect Henry Jacques Le Even.

Blue Holidays / Press photo

It is a huge chalet set back from the village, surrounded by nature and built by the architect Henry Jacques Le Even. A three-star hotel club, on a human scale (only 52 rooms, including 39 with a view of Mont Blanc) and which cultivates the slow altitude with “à la carte” outings such as guided snowshoe hikes over half a day or even the day, Megève passes (access to multiple activities), carriage rides to discover the traditional chalets of the city, and a lot of activities organized for children (sports tournaments, games, mini-disco after skiing from 6 years old). The philosophy of the place? Discovery, the pleasure of being together and forging sincere bonds. It is a bit like the spirit of a large family house that reigns here. Friendly simplicity,

old school

and caring.

This does not prevent comfortable services with free access such as saunas and hammam, the fitness room, and certain services such as the shuttle available… In one of the most prestigious charming resorts.

The price:

from 90 € per double room with three half-days in snowshoeing included outside school holidays, otherwise all activities are "à la carte".

Free stay all year round for children under 2 years old.

More information on vacancesbleues.fr.

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For party animals: UCPA sports village, in Val Thorens

This sports village is "ski in ski out" and one of the most pleasant in the mountains.

UCPA / Press photo

Located in one of the most festive resorts in the Alps, this sporting village is “ski in” and one of the most pleasant in the mountains. With rooms for two and four people for those who are attached to their comfort and privacy, with a beautiful outdoor terrace for festive meals and après-ski, and with themed evenings, daily entertainment. This is an advantage if you wish to vary the pleasures from time to time: you just have to go to the resort center to alternate pubs, restaurants and clubs which characterize this rather young-minded resort. The good plan? The 4-day ski or snowboard break called "The Big Last". In other words, ideal ski conditions with great sun and every day, concerts with DJs, waterslide "beach party at 2300",Big Air Bag GoPro and giant barbecue on Place Caron.

The price:

from € 185 per person on weekends and € 725 per week “all inclusive” (full board, rental of equipment and sports supervision).

More info on ucpa.com.

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For the view: Village Vacances MMV Le Flaine, in Flaine

A three-star club hotel in a privileged location in the heart of Flaine Forum, with a 180 ° view of the ski area.

Mr. Dalmasso

A three-star club hotel in a privileged location in the heart of Flaine Forum, with a 180 ° view of the ski area. Ideally located 200 meters from the slopes, it is aimed at winter sports enthusiasts but also contemplatives with its suspended terrace facing south, which also offers a spectacular panorama of the slopes. Completely redesigned in 2020, it is part of the avant-garde and brutalist vision of the resort's architect, Marcel Breuer, and offers spaces with a very marked design: concrete, pop furniture and fireplace classified as historical monuments! The ideal address to combine the services of a club - children are particularly welcome from 18 months to 15 years old - and the impression of staying in an arty hotel, without themed evenings or all-out entertainment, but with a spa ( jaccuzzi,hamam and treatments) and a human-sized format (72 rooms only).

The price:

from 560 € per week with full board (optional activities, etc…). More info on mmv.fr.

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Source: lefigaro

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