Chalet Ski

Chalet Ski have just launched a new site that features a range of chalets from 3 star through to some of Europe's best chalets in some of the finest luxury ski resorts. When we tested the site it had one or two minor bugs, but generally worked well and had a good look. By all accounts this is just the main sites and a luxury, family, and ski in ski out  are set to follow.

Luxury Ski Resorts

If you are looking to book a luxury chalet in a luxury ski resort, our advice is to not to wait around. Whilst smaller resorts have seen a slow uptake in bookings, larger resorts of a higher standing have reported brisk business as the high earners confidence once again return, along with their bonuses. And after slightly restricted buying in the last 24 months, many seem keen to make up for their restricted spending!

Ski Season Not So Far Away

Well the ski season is now only 5 months away and with less than 150 days to the start of the peak Christmas week, many operators are already planning for the first rivals which here at Chalet Prarion arrive on the 12th december for a pre-Christmas break. Being one of the most prestigious luxury ski chalets we have already started some of the enhancements with the new games room taking shape and the pool table due to arrive in August.

We'll keep you up to date with developments as they happen but here's the plan of the new Games Room and Nanny / Childcare facilities. And with our new in-house Nanny and optional childcare service throughout your holidays, we really are probably the most family friendly ski company your find in Chamonix.

Luxury Chalet Chamonix

Here at Chalet Prarion sales continue to be good with the latest week being secured being the ski Christmas holidays. The season at Chamonix Exclusive starts on the 12th December as we welcome our first guests looking to make the most of the start of the ski season, so we are now less than 6 months from the start. Its certainly looking like it will be a busy season and if you haven't secured your week at Chalet Prarion, feel free to contact us for a free consultation.

Luxury Chalet Chamonix

If you are looking for one of the best luxury chalets in Chamonix, Chalet Prarion has to be high on the list. Imagine the perfect ski in ski out location, cinema projection, a sunken hydro therapy spa, a Games Room that includes an American Billiard table, Wii, and home cinema for the children, with child care facilities next to the Games Room, plus your own chef, chalet host, driver, and children's entertainer and prices starting at aound £8,000 in low season for up to 12 people (six bedrooms all en-suite), and yes you may well be amazed to find its true.

And at this luxury ski chalet, the price includes a champagne reception, and four course each night cooked by the professional chef, and served with Grand Vin and Grand Cuvee wines!

Family Chalets

A new family friendly ski company have just approached us to feature Chalet Prarion on their new site and as one of the best family chalets in the Chamonix Valley we have agreed to be featured on their site when it launches later this summer.

Are we suitable, I guess we think we are with our new games room, our children's entertainer and entertainment, and high definition cinema projection for all the family to enjoy, we do stick out from the crowd.

Family Chalets

If you are running the best ski in ski out luxury catered chalet in any resort, and one of the best family chalets in the Alps, there is no time for standing still and as the season drew to close, we had already lined up the decorators and the builders for the enhancements and completion of the Games Room.

I guess this is what makes our luxury chalet Chamonix one of the stand out chalets to stay, we don't stand still, we don't take out, we only put back in so every year you come back you say wow, what a difference, even when you have said the time before it couldn't get better.

Ski In Ski Out

Well already it has been a swift start to the season as people are quick off the mark to secure a special luxury catered chalet in the form of ski in ski out Chalet Prarion, with demand and strong enquiries coming in for other weeks including the Christmas and New Year weeks, as well as ski weeks in January.

So if you are looking for one of the best family chalets in Chamonix, a luxury chalet for you and your friends, or a stand out corporate ski event, then an early consultation is advised.

Easter Skiing

Watch if you are a family skier or just obsessive and getaway whenever you can for the new Easter Ski site that will be dedicated just to the Easter ski holidays.  From what we have been told the main features will be on the best chalets, the best ski holidays, and the best Easter ski deals you can find.

Ski Half Term - Already Very Popular

The Ski Half Term holidays are already proving popular with Chalet Prarion already booked for the 12th February 2011 and 19th February 2011 expected to follow quite quickly after. We are certainly proud of the appeal of our chalet which with the new ski room really will enhance further it luxury appeal to family skiers looking to ski in ski out from what is one, if not the best family chalet in the valley.

Luxury Catered Chalets Verbier - Outstanding Family Chalet

If you are looking for a Verbier luxury catered chalet, we have a great alternative to the usual run of the mill chalets that you may stay at typically. Being one of the best luxury ski resorts in the world, subsequently means that Verbier isn't the cheapest ski resort in the world, and therefore if you are looking for a great luxury chalet in Verbier, you choice might be limited, particular if you are a family ski group.

But we have an alternative option that is particularly good for family ski group, as its in a great ski in ski out location, something that is quite rare in the Verbier 4 Vallees. Chalet Auriane is situated in the ski resort of Tzoumaz which is just one ski lift from the main Verbier network. With Tzoumaz being a quieter alternative to the mad alternative that is Verbier, so ideal for family ski groups and those who no longer need to party until dawn.

And if the photos in this blog are't convincing enough, hereare some of its features:

• Panasonic Plasma TV, Apple TV/ Film + Sound System In All Rooms 
• Leisure Spa Room With Sauna, Hammam, River Shower, Relaxation Area 
• Outdoor Hot Tub/ Jacuzzi On Terrace 
• Extensive À La Carte Wine Cellar
• Heated Boot Racks 
• Champagne Reception On Arrival & Every Night!

Best Chalet

Here at Chamonix Exclusive we have undoubtably one of the best chalets in Chamonix, and unquestionably the best chalet in the valley for ski in ski out skiing. With six large bedrooms offering en-suite accommodation for up to 12 people, the facilities are probably second to none in its area. A large hydro therapy hot tub, high definition projection cinema with its full sized pool table, Wii play station, and home cinema for children are just some of its features.

Our reputation for great service is widely recognised as one of the best chalet services there is, whether for skiing with friends or family ski groups.

Family Chalet

In Chamonix, one of the best family chalets is undoubtably Chalet Prarion and this is reflected in the feedback received, described by one family ski group as "the chalet with the x-factor"! Situated on the piste, so a true ski in ski out family chalet, it has 6 luxury bedrooms, all en-suite, a Games Room, and loads of other great family ski facilities, including high definition projection cinema.

Some for a great family chalet, you probably won't find better than ski in ski out Chalet Prarion.

Easter Ski

Here in Chamonix the Easter skiing week has got off to a great start with 50cm of fresh snow and Chamonix topping the snow depth charts, not only in Europe, but according the Ski Club of Great Britain, across the world.

We often get asked what it is like to ski Easter here in Chamonix, so I'll just quote the snow depth figures of 168cm at 2,000m, and 400cm at 3,275m which should tell its tale? Chamonix is undoubtably one of the best luxury ski resorts you'll find anywhere in the world and Easter skiing is just one of the great times to ski when the weather is little bit warmer, the days are a little longer, and typically the sun shines a little brighter (although with snow forecast most of this week this may be a mute point on this occasion).

Chamonix New Year

Well there are still four weeks of the ski season left, but already many skiers eyes will have taken a look towards the next ski season and will have booked, or be looking to book the ski Christmas, ski half term, and the most sort after week of the ski season, the Chamonix New Year ski week.

Chamonix is a must if you are looking for a high altitude resort, with plenty to do on and off the slopes, and a real party atmosphere for the apres-ski New Years Eve celebration.

Luxury Catered Chalets Val d'Isere

If you are looking for an alternative vacation to Chamonix, Val d'Isere has to be one of the great alternative choices. If you are yet to ski there, it is worth the effort. Situated at 1,850m above sea level, snow conditions are some of the best in Europe and the skiing matches the snow and is great for all levels, but particularly intermediates and advanced skiers.

In terms of luxury catered chalets, Val d'Isere has some of the best. Whilst not a cheap resort to frequent, the ski town justifies the price with great bars and resturants that befit the well heeled clientele who frequent Chalet Prarion.

And being a customer of Chamonix Exclusive, and therefore used to a great ski in ski out chalet, itake a look at Ski In Ski Out Chalets Val d'Isere luxury catered chalets for some of the best accommodation Val d'Isere has to offer.

Chamonix Christmas

With five weeks still left of the this season here in the Chamonix Valley, it might seem strange to be talking about a ski Chamonix Christmas holiday! But with demand always high for this week, a Chamonix Christmas needs to be planned well in advance if one wants to avoid the chalets that no one else wants!

Here at Chalet Prarion, we pride ourselves on being the finest ski in ski out chalet, and certainly one of the best luxury chalets in Chamonix. Therefore a Chamonix Christmas at Chalet Prarion means that you get spoilt, from being picked up at the airport by our own staff, and not some random transfer company along with another chalets guest, the fresh cakes and biscuits on arrival, champagne and canape reception in the evening, through to the four course gastronomic delight, always prepared by a professional, highly qualified chef, and not some student or budding dinner party enthusiast.

And a ski Christmas means at Chalet Prarion you still get all the decorations, the Christmas tree, but with a 'white' ski in ski out location. And on Christmas Day, bucks fizz with scrabbled eggs and smoked salmon is just one of the offerings, before you set down later in the day to a traditional Christmas dinner of either Goose, Venison, or Turkey, followed by a traditional made Christmas pudding that we ship in to Chamonix all the way from rural Gloucestershire.

So have a great Chamonix Christmas here at Chalet Prarion.

Ski Half Term

Here at the finest ski in ski out chalet in the Chamonix Valley, we have already booked the first half term ski week (private schools), but still have ski half term availability for the 19th February 2011 to the 26th February 2011 which is half term for public schools.

So if you are looking for one of the best luxury catered chalets for the half term ski holidays, then you may want to give us a call to make sure you don't miss out next year. Sleeping 12(+2 small children) people, Chalet Prarion provides by far the best family ski in ski out Chamonix chalet, with a Games Room (Wii, Home Cinema, and Pool Table), HD Cinema Projection, and the luxury hydro therapy pool for the older family ski members (the parents (!!)).

Ski Christmas

Well its now less than 300 days before Christmas, and so its already time to start the Christmas shopping, well for the annual ski Christmas holiday anyway! So whilst you may be spared the Christmas decorations and music in the local stores and supermarkets, but if you are looking to book that special Christmas ski vacation, now is the time to make the call if you want to secure some of the best Christmas ski chalets in some of the best ski resorts.

The first question we are always asked is what's the snow like, and here in Chamonix, being a high altitude Christmas ski holiday destination, it has never been an issue here at Chalet Prarion, with good snow and always ski in ski out. Whilst the altitude at Chamonix helps, to be fair to the lower altitude ski resorts, with snow typically falling October and November, by late December snow conditions are good and often some of the best of the season with the slopes experiencing their first major influx of skiers.

So book today and ski from Chamonix's finest ski in ski out luxury chalet.

Family Friendly Ski

After the half term ski break, if you are looking for a great family ski chalet for the 2010/11 ski season then Chalet Prarion should be one of the chalets at the top of the list. Situated next to the piste, it isn't just a great slope side family chalet, its the finest ski in ski out chalet in the Chamonix Valley. 

A spacious (over 250 square metres of living space) luxury catered chalet, it spans three floors with the Games Room (perfect for the family after a days skiing) and ski room on the basement along with one of six well sized en-suite bedrooms. On the first floor it really is luxury personified with a large dining room with a traditional large oak dining table, and leather sofas gracing the living room. Centre piece is the double side log fire and in the living area you can watch your favourite films on the HD Projection Cinema. Still on the first floor there is a family sized bedroom (all bedrooms are en-suite) and a luxury oak kitchen where the professional chef prepares the next evenings four course gastronomic luxury! On the second floor there are two family rooms and two twin / doubles bring the total accommodation to 12 plus 2 for family ski groups. The two large family bedrooms also have great views of the piste from the balcony so you can savour first thing in the morning the great ski in ski out location.

A true family friendly ski chalet in the Chamonix Valley, that also happens to be the best Chamonix ski in ski out chalet!

Ski Chamonix

Well here we are at the start of the ski half term holidays and I thought I would therefore do a quick blog on what and where to ski Chamonix in addition to our Ski Chamonix Page which provides a more detailed overview.


Skiing in Chamonix is varied, from family ski friendly skiing in Les Houches and La Tour, to the steep and deep of the Grands Montets and its unlimited off-piste. 


Ski Chamonix - Beginners


If you are a beginner we recommend:

• Les Houches
• Le Tour

Ski Chamonix - Intermediates

For intermediates we recommend:

• Les Houches
• Le Tour
• Brevent
• Flegere

Ski Chamonix - Advanced

Advanced skier recommendation:

• Brevent
• Flegere
• Grans Montets
• Chamonix's unlimited off-piste

Ski In Ski Out

With only three ski in ski out Chamonix chalets, and Chalet Prarion being the best luxury catered chalet out of the three, now is the time to book Chamonix ski in ski out accommodation for the 2010/11 ski season to avoid disappointment, not just the peak ski weeks of Christmas, New Year and half term, but others including the popular first weeks of January for the Russian Christmas and Russian New Year celebrations, and the most popular weeks in February and March.

Already a number of enquiries have been coming in and with the new extension adding bedroom six (en-suite of course), plus a new games room, this years record sales are once again expected to eclipsed next year.

Family Ski Holiday - Ski Half Term

Shortly families will be packing their bags for the annual family ski / half term holiday, and barring a rare freak of nature, it certainly looks like it should be a good week with great snow conditions. I say a great week, this also assumes you have selected the right resort and even more importantly, one of the better ski operators who will have the experience, location (ideally either ski in ski out or close to the slopes), and service quality to ensure your half term ski week runs smoothly.

I guess the first selection criteria should indeed be the resort, and the question here is pitching the resort against the families ski ability. If they are young and relatively inexperienced, you don't want to necessarily be picking the resort that offers the steepest and deepest runs. Scare them too early, and they probably won't want to ski ever again.

Once you have selected the resort, choose carefully the operator, ask them questions, starting with the facilities that they have at the chalet, what services and support they offer family ski groups, what they know about the slopes and how suitable they are for children, the ski school, and the ski lessons they would recommend, test basically whether they really are as ski family friendly as the website suggests.

And assuming you have done this, have a great ski half term holiday!!

Luxury Catered Chalet Chamonix - Chalet Prarion

This week, with more snow, skiing has taken again the focus here at luxury Chalet Prarion, which has now slowly got back to normal after all the media attention over the New Year week.

Since the New Year, the snow has continued to fall with more falling this morning. The slopes themselves here in Les Houches, Chamonix, have been groomed immaculately and this weeks ski clients have managed to virtually enjoy the slopes to themselves. We are lucky having a garden that is large and backs on to the piste, and with the slopes feeling nearly empty, guests commented on the resort being just an extension of ski in ski out Chalet Prarion's 'official' boundary.

The skiing itself has certainly been great with well packed snow covered by a light powder and people therefore looking to ski great conditions, but at a great price, skiing in January is definitely worth considering and therefore please contact us here at Chamonix Exclusive for great January ski deals for 2011.

Luxury Ski In Ski Out Chalet Booking Update

Here at Chalet Prarion, the most exclusive luxury ski in ski out chalet in the Chamonix Valley, bookings have been busy post Christmas ski and New Year ski weeks and we now have only limited availability. In February your favourite luxury ski chalet has ski availability on the 20th February at just 8,200 pounds and in March, the 13th for just 7,600 pounds.

Being the most sought after ski in ski out chalets these price represent outstanding value with HD cinema, a luxury hot tub, six en-suite bedrooms sleeping up to 12 people, and a great ski in ski out location.

Being such a popular luxury ski chalet, we are now also taking bookings for the 1010/11 season and would advise guests to book early to avoid disappointment. Chris ski here in Chamonix is always a popular week and even more so the ski New Year Chamonix ski week, closely followed by the half-term ski Chamonix.

Les Houches - Chamonix Valley

Well Les Houches, the small exclusive ski village close to Chamonix has certainly experienced five minutes of fame after the world press focused on the question of whether someone did or didn't visit this beautiful place. As with all such occasions ('circus' is probably a better description), the usual, lies, half truths, and total fabrications have subsequently followed. Sadly as one gets older, the depths that some have gone here no longer shocks, and for those responsible we hope you are thoroughly ashamed of what you have done / printed!

However, rather than concentrate on the negatives, I thought we would concentrate on the positives in respect of Les Houches. At the start of the valley, Les Houches is the resort that the Kandahar World Cup Race frequents. Although Chamonix is often credited with this event, it is its smaller exclusive neighbour where the event is held. Unlike its Chamonix neighbour, Les Houches and its luxury chalets retains its exclusive appeal with strict planning rules that limit the proximity of one chalet to another to ensure a feeling of tranquility. The Marie is also careful to ensure that ski slopes aren't the only source of open space, and a number of pastures are retained for farming in summer months. The net result, particularly around the hamlets of Les Chavants and Le Cret, here in Les Houches, are some truly luxury ski chalets, situated in some of the most beautiful mountain scenery and alpine pastures, you are likely to experience.

Being situated under Mont Blanc, the skiing isn't bad either with snowfall often placing the Chamonix Valley at the top of the ratings in terms of snow depth. In Les Houches the skiing is particularly suited for families and the chance to cruise on well pisted runs, and probably some, if not the best scenery you will have ever skied in. And if you have ever been on the St Gervais / Les Houches Crozat chair, with blue skies, and just after a snowfall, please tell me if you have ever seen a view like this one!

Whilst Chalet Prarion has been the focus of the most attention recently, there are many other beautiful luxury chalets located in Les Houches, many run by our friends, and well worth a visit too. If you would like further information on such chalets, please don't hesitate to ask as we will be happy to offer advise and recommendations to suit most budgets.