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CORONAVIRUS FAQs & YOUR SNOWBOARD / SKI HOLIDAY
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Updated: 11th December 2020 Despite the continued challenges brought to us all by Covid-19, we are still remaining positive regarding the prospects of the winter 2020/2021 ski season kicking off in January here in the Portes du Soleil. It has been announced that ski lifts in France will not…
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SELF MASSAGE FOR SNOWBOARDERS
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There’s nothing quite like taking time out, treating your body and getting a massage. Ironing out aches and pains and helping your body feel fresh before your snowboard holiday is the best preparation you can do! We all know snowboarding can take its toll on your body so it’s…
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AVALANCHE AWARENESS – KNOW BEFORE YOU GO
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With temperatures dropping and three weekends of snowfall behind us (and it’s barely mid October) our thoughts are turning to getting out on the snow. Sitting at home scanning endless dreamy social media photos can make the wait for the ski lifts to open seem like an eternity.…
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SEPTEMBER SNOW
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A week ago it was still very much summer here in the mountains, the temperatures were hot (some days up to 30), and the trees were only just starting to get their beautiful autumn colors. Today, September 25th, the freezing level has crept down to 1300M and snow has fallen…
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COVID-19: HOW MORZINE IS PREPARING FOR SAFE WINTER HOLIDAYS
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As winter draws nearer the resorts of the Portes du Soleil are starting to release details of their policies the ensure the health and safety of guests, employees and local communities this winter season. Whilst Covid-19 has presented us all with an unprecedented situation, we want to share the…
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BEGINNER SNOWBOARD HOLIDAY PACKING CHECKLIST
Going snowboarding for the first time is so exciting and for any outdoor adventurer, a snowboard holiday is a must. But if you are a beginner snowboarder, it’s hard to know what to pack for that first snowboard holiday? Use this handy ‘what to take’ checklist to help take…
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SKI PASS DISCOUNTS – PORTES DU SOLEIL 20/21
EARLY BOOKING – BOOK EARLY, PAY LESS INDIVIDUAL WEEK PORTES DU SOLEIL Offer applies only to internet purchases for all individual Portes du Soleil liftpasses valid for 5 – 14 days consecutively. EXTENSION – Until 31st October 2020 : – 15% discount except during school holidays periods –…
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SNOWBOARD LESSONS: GROUP VS PRIVATE LESSONS
You’ve booked your snowboard holiday, maybe even got a new board, but what’s next? Progressing your snowboarding skills! Whether you are learning to snowboard as a total beginner, progressing your skills, or just needing a confidence boost, snowboard lessons are beneficial for everyone. There is always something to learn…
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THE 2020/2021 SKI SEASON AND CORONAVIRUS
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COVID-19 AND CONCERNS ABOUT THE 2020/2021 SKI SEASON Travel has undoubtedly changed with the global coronavirus pandemic, but what we winter sport fans want to know is ‘How is Covid-19 going to affect next winter season?’. After ski resorts were forced to close early in March 2020, we are…
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BOOK NOW RISK FREE
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It’s time to plan ahead and get stoked for next winter – book your snowboard lessons now totally risk free! In the lead up to next winter, we’ve listened to your concerns about the coronavirus pandemic and are working on a new Flexible Booking Policy which we will be putting…
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