Les Arcs blog: Introducing “Sylvain The Snow Clearer”

"Mummy... when I grow up, can I be a REAL snow clearer?"

Like these guys who were about to head onto the roof of one of the apartment buildings in Arc 2000.

Our very own ‘Ask Rob’ is off to the mountains raising money for charity Snow-Camp

Rob is heading off to the Alps to do what he loves most – snowboard – but with a twist… he is taking part in the Everest Challenge, snowboarding 150km in 48hrs in aid of Snow-Camp, a charity very close to his heart. 

Watch this space and we will keep you updated with his progress as it all happens….

Thursday Jan 26th 0830hrs:

“With snowboard bag packed and nowhere near enough sleep I met up with Dan from Snow Camp and the rest of the 52 strong field to catch our flight to Geneva. Next stop Morzine to get checked into The Lodge and meet up with our team mates. Everything kicks off tonight with the first night session!”

Erna Low's very own Rob Saville star of 'Ask Rob'

Snow-Camp is an innovative youth charity that uses a unique combination of skiing, snowboarding and life-skills programmes to support inner-city young people.  Through the combination of snowsports and life-skills, their programmes enable young people to grow in confidence and self esteem, develop as individuals and make positive choices for their lives.

If you would like to donate to this worthwhile cause please visit Rob’s fundraising page by clicking here.

Latest ski holiday special offers for February 2012

Please find below a selection of offers for the 4^th February arrivals as well as one for the 11^th February.  If you have any questions or need any further offers please call us on 0845 863 0525.

40% off accommodation price. Val D’Isere, France:
£156 (reduced from £231) is the total price per person based on maximum occupancy in a Studio 4 persons Comfort apartment in Residence Les Jardins de La Balme.  Self-catering, ski-drive price includes return Eurotunnel crossing with Free FlexiPlus upgrade, not flights.

Accommodation for 7 nights starting 4^th February. http://www.ernalow.co.uk/france/espace-killy/val-d’isere/les-jardins-de-la-balme

30% off accommodation price. Plagne 1800, France:
£130 (reduced from £177) is the total price per person based on maximum occupancy in a Chalet 2/3 bedroom 8 persons in Les Chalets de Crete Cote. Self-catering, ski-drive price includes return Eurotunnel crossing with Free FlexiPlus upgrade, not flights. Erna Low (0845 863 0525, info@ernalow.co.uk, www.ernalow.co.uk). Accommodation for 7 nights starting 4^thFebruary. http://www.ernalow.co.uk/france/la-plagne/plagne-1800/les-chalets-de-crete-cote-village

30% off accommodation price. Megeve, France: £157 (reduced from £205) is the total price per person based on maximum occupancy in a Studio 4 persons persons apartment in Residence Lune Argent. Self-catering, ski-drive price includes return Eurotunnel crossing with Free FlexiPlus upgrade, not flights.
Accommodation for 7 nights starting 4^thFebruary. http://www.ernalow.co.uk/france/evasion-mont-blanc/megeve/residence-lune-argent

25% off accommodation price. Courchevel 1550, France
£180 (reduced from £230) is the total price per person based on maximum occupancy in a 1 bedroom 6 persons persons apartment in Residence Brigues. Self-catering, ski-drive price includes return Eurotunnel crossing with Free FlexiPlus upgrade, not flights.
Accommodation for 7 nights starting 11^th February. http://www.ernalow.co.uk/france/three-valleys/courchevel/residence-les-brigues

If you have any questions or need any further offers please call us on 0845 863 0525.

Build yourself a bargain with DIY ski holidays

Take advantage of the amazing snow conditions and build your own package for a bargain getaway to the slopes.

Putting together your own ski package allows you to book your own flights at times that suit you, shop around for the best prices, choose the most convenient departure point and tailor your holiday to your own requirements.

With the amazing snow conditions across the Alps, we have put together some examples of how you could be on the slopes as soon as the 28th January for less than you may think.

Example 1 – Flaine (6 people sharing)
Easyjet flights from London Luton to Geneva – £73 per person
Private transfers with Ski Cab to Flaine – £52 per person
7 nights in a 1 bedroom + cabin 6 person apartment at the Residence Les Pleiades - £108 per person
Total holiday price – £233 per person

Example 2 – Alpe d’Huez (4 people sharing)
Easyjet flights from Liverpool to Grenoble – £105 per person
Return transfers with Ben’s Bus to Alpe d’Huez – £45 per person
7 nights in a 1 bedroom 4 person apartment at the Horizons d’Huez - £135 per person
Total holiday price – £285 per person

Example 3 – Morzine 4* (8 people sharing)
Easyjet flights from Newcastle to Geneva – £92 per person
Private transfers with Ski Cab to Morzine – £40 per person
7 nights in a 3 bedroom 8 person apartment at the 4* Aiglon de Morzine - £189 per person
Total holiday price – £321 per person

If you need some advice on the best way to put together your own ski holiday, or maybe you can’t spare a full week and would like to book a ski weekend, give us a call on 0845 863 0525.

Great prices and a chance to win an iPad 2 with Erna Low this month

Our weekly update of offers is back and as usual we have some great deals to be had across the Alps!

For full details of our special offers please visit our ski deals page and for our pick of some of the best check out the prices on offer below for a weeks stay from the 28th January:

La Tania for £125 per person Save £135 per person on a week’s self-catering board in Chalets de La Tania, sleeping 10. Includes two return Eurotunnel crossings with Free FlexiPlus upgrade.    

Les Menuires for £135 per person Save £61 per person on a week’s self-catering board in Residence Les Chalets de L’Adonis, sleeping 8. Includes return Eurotunnel crossing with Free FlexiPlus upgrade.   

Plagne Soleil for £156 per person Save £68 per person on a week’s self-catering board in Residence Sun Valley, sleeping 6. Includes return Eurotunnel crossing with Free FlexiPlus upgrade.  

Morzine for £238 per person Save £54 per person on a week’s self-catering board in Residence L’Aiglon de Morzine, sleeping 8. Includes return Eurotunnel crossing with Free FlexiPlus upgrade.

Erna Low HQ are wishing they were on the slopes…

While we at Erna Low HQ slave away at our desks, working hard to ensure our clients are booking up their ski trips to the Alps with ease, we can only dream of hitting the slopes later in the season when things have quietened down a little.  So you can imagine our envy as our colleague Polly has been able to ski this past weekend and enjoy the superb conditions currently on offer!

She is we should point out working at the Grand Ski, meeting all current and prospective suppliers planning for winter 2012/13 in the French Alps.  But it isn’t all work work work – as this picture proves she has been able to enjoy a ski in La Rosiere and also St Foy the lucky thing!

Polly pretty in pink in La Rosiere

We are sure she will update us all on her return and post a blog to let everyone know how she got on and most importantly what the skiing was like, so watch this space for more information…

Latest Les Arcs news from our rep Tim Wilson

After all the snow we’ve had in Les Arcs, a week of sunshine was just what the doctor ordered. On Sunday 8th January the clouds started to clear leaving a blanket of deep white as far as the eye could see.

Discounts throughout the season currently available – don’t miss this bumper snow!

With many a discount to be had there is no excuse to miss out on the amazing snow in the Alps this winter – book now or we know you will regret it!

Erna Low’s Special Offers are constantly updated, keep an eye on this page for unmissable offers throughout the season!  Our best offer currently available is up to 60% off self catering chalets in La Tania, a great base for exploring the 3 Valleys extensive network.

Chalets de La Tania

To keep up to date with the latest ski news and offers sign up to our newsletter and follow us on Facebook or Twitter, just click through the links on our website www.ernalow.co.uk.

Win an exclusive catalog for the Christie’s Ski Poster Sale

Regular visitors may have noticed from our Facebook page that we are supporting the annual Christie’s Ski Poster sale, being held on Wednesday 25 January 2012 at 1pm.

It should be a fascinating event, even if for most of us the posters probably remain out of reach, with posters expected to reach £600 to £20,000.   The sale is led by an extensive private Swiss collection which is expected to realise in excess of £150,000.

Win a catalog
While you might not be able to afford to snap up a poster yourself, you can enjoy the marvellous, colourful and decorative designs all shown in the official catalog.

We have five of them to give away and all you have to do to enter is to ‘like’ or ‘comment’ on our Facebook page.

So best of luck and we’ll see you at the auction…

Book your ski holiday before 31 Jan and win an iPad2

Book by midnight on 31st January for the chance to win an iPad 2

This is a chance to get your hands on the must have gadget for your ski holiday – take all your favourite music, movies and books and keep up to date with the latest snow conditions, events and resort info to make the most of your trip.

Simply book a ski holiday before midnight on Tuesday 31st and you will automatically be entered into the prize draw and one lucky winner will receive a brand new iPad 2.

Call us now on 0844 879 2921

Competition terms & conditions
This competition is only valid for bookings confirmed between 6th January and Midnight on Tuesday 31st January, 2012.
The prize is a 16GB Wi-Fi model in a choice of black or white (subject to availability).
No cash alternative will be offered.
This competition is not available to friends or family members of any Erna Low employee