Getting Ready For The Ski Season

Well here we are again with the luxury chalet blog here in Chamonix. With the season now nearly upon us, and heavy snow forecast, the blog has had to take a back seat as we make the final prepartions for the impending season.

This week its been a case of the joys of log splitting and making space for the next delivery this week. If it sounds idealic, its not quite so great with a cold wind! That said, when you have the Mont Blanc Massif to enjoy inbetween each swing, it isn't that bad either.

Hopefully next week I'll have a little more time and some photos of the snow after its fal next week.

More Snow Forecast For Next Week

This week the weather has turned a little warmer and the warm wooly hats have been hung back on the hanger. However, next weeks the forecast is for another period of colder weather and snow forecast low down in the valleys and resorts. As yet we do not the exact details, but as soon as we get a further update we will of course pst it on here for you.

One Week To Go Before Grands Montets Opening

Well you know the ski season is around the corner when those of us residing in the Chamonix valley start queing at the ticket office for the forthcoming ski season pass and this week was that week. Next week, with snow depths already building well, the Grands Montets will open and we will therefore be getting the boots on the boot warmers and the iron on the skis (applying that wax).

I guess when running a luxury chalet you don't always get as much chance to ski during the festive Christmas and Ski New Year weeks and the months from January to April as many would maybe expect and therefore, the months of November and December, in between getting the chalet ready for the ski season, is one of those great chances to squeeze a few runs in before the real season start.

Early Snowfall Brings Hope Of Another Great Ski Season

Already the snow is fallen once again across the alps and after last years great snow many would be forgiven for now looking to a similar season ahead. Already above 2,000m the snow levels are good with snow expected down to 800m overnight. I guess at the moment it is too early to count our chickens but it certainly not a bad start so fingers crossed it wil continue.

In terms of snow depths, no official stats are available but based on the forecast and the heavy falls that have fallen, above mid-stations it would be unresonable to expect upwards of 50-60cm and after the weekends expected falls another 15-30cm again.

Chamonix - Why It Really Is Such A Special Ski / Mountain Resort

One of the things that most inhabitants of Chamonix will tell you, is that it isn't just the sport that makes this resort special (and there are plenty of sporty things to do here too). Pop into Chamonix today for example, and despite it being midweek, the bars and restaurants will be full to the brim at lunchtime with locals and a few tourists enjoying its magnificent views and the glorious autumn sunshine. By the afternoon the many shops that line this historic town will be open and the mix of window shopers and buyers will ensure the buzz carries on long after the sun goes down. I guess this is what in my opinion makes it such a special place, with the exception of November when many locals pop away to get some last R&R, prior to the ski season, it is a resort that is very much alive all year round whilst most other ski resorts are very seasonal, if you go for example to Val d'Isere today you might want to take a book and your own refreshments!

Luxury Chalet

Welcome to the first Chamonix Exclusive luxury chalet blog. Whilst primarily this blog will focus on Chalet Prarion, a ski in ski out chalet in Chamonix, and the Chamonix Valley, we also intend to widen its appeal and cover other news stories relating to ski and snowboard events, ski information, and any other ski or snowboard related points of interest.