If you’ve never been on a winter holiday before, and are feeling a little unsure what to pack, here is a list of everything that you might need.....
Essentials:
- Flight, Tunnel or Ferry Tickets
- Travel money in EUROS
- Passport
- Transfer meeting point details (sent by email)
- Contact Telephone number (+33 6 43 63 78 63)
- Ski hire details
- Insurance details
- Driving licence/GPS navigation device/directions if you're driving
- Fully charged mobile phone, charger & external battery
- Sunscreen - high SPF (often forgotten, always needed)
- Lipsalve/balm with SPF
- Aftersun/moisturiser
Ski/Snowboard clothing:
- Warm hat/beanie
- Goggles & Sunglasses
- Backpack (useful for carrying essentials, water, etc.)
- Water bottle or Camelbak
- Neck warmer/buff
- 2x thermal tops
- 2x fleeces
- Waterproof ski jacket
- Waterproof ski trousers
- Waterproof ski gloves or mittens
- Thermal bottoms
- 2 or 3 pairs of ski/board socks
- Multitool for repairs or adjustments on the go
Ski/Snowboard Equipment (can all be rented):
- Ski boots/snowboard boots
- Skis/snowboard (in ski bag)
- Poles
- Helmet
- Transceiver, shovel & probe (for staying safe off piste)
Other clothes:
- Jeans/long trousers
- T-shirts/tops
- Jumper or fleece
- Underwear including socks
- Comfy trousers/jogging bottoms
- Slippers or indoor trainers
- Thin gloves
- Scarf
- Shoes/boots with a good grip
- Swimming costume (for the hot-tub!)
Other stuff:
- Pyjamas
- Toiletries including toothbrush
- Pocket tissues
- Snowchains if driving
- Camera & charger
- Euro Travel plug adaptor
- iPod & headphones
- Books
- Magazines
- High energy snacks - chocolate bars/energy bars/nuts
- Any medication (including painkillers)
- Ear plugs
- Make-up
Luxuries / non-essentials:
- Walkie-talkie
- Travel pillow
- GoPro
- Hair straighteners
- Boot warmers
- Hand warmers
- Ankle/knee/wrist supports
- Deep Heat/muscle soaks
- Hip flask
- Handbag
- DVDs (we do have a selection in the chalets)
- Hairdryer (not essential as we can provide)
- Cards/games (selection available)