Trip Faq's
What are the clients saying about the trips?"A ski trip with Penny to the Alps is far superior to other trips. She hires the best guides and finds the best accommodations--wth the most delicious food. Skiing in Europe with an experieced guide is a far different experience than attempting to ski these large areas on your own. Penny has customers coming back year after year. Her meticulous atention to detail guarantees that you'll have a fabulous time on any of her trips." Roger Hinesburg, VT
"Thanks, Penny, for putting together a fantastic ski trip. Of all the ski trips we've been on, this was the best. A combination of you making all the arrangements, the hotel with its great food and service and arranging a Mountain Guide that allowed us to ski off-piste. It doesn't get any better. Sking in the Alps is not inexpensive, but you make it a tremendous value. Thanks for the memories." David Essex Jct, VT
"How sad I am to leave after such a fun week. The cast of characters was varied, interesting and above all great fun." Anonymous
"Can't thank you enough for creating what was the skiing experience of a lifetime for me. And to think how close I came to never having experienced it!" Bruce NYC
"The trip to Val d'Isere was fantastic. You planned everything perfetly. Great weather, skiing, guides and an interesting group of people to meet. What more can you ask for? I have never returned from a vacation so relaxed (and exercised)." Wendy Laconia, NH
Ski the Alps with Penny Pitou March 12-20, 2010
VAL D'ISERE, FRANCE Hotel Christiania
Trip Dates:
March 12-20, 2010
BOOK BY AUGUST 1ST AND SAVE $50 PER PERSON.( Book before March 12, 2010 )
Price:
$2,695 per person double occupancy
BOOK BY AUGUST 1ST AND SAVE $50 PER PERSON.
**A portion of the income generated from this trip will be donated to the International Skiing History Association. ISHA is a non-profit corporation that strives to preserve and advance the knowledge of ski history and to increase public awareness of the sport's heritage. To learn more, log onto their website: www.skiinghistory.org.
**AIRFARE NOT INCLUDED. We'd be happy to arrange your air.
Downloadable Application:
Click here to download Skiing Application
Features:
Val d'Isere is a huge internationally famous ski center. Home of the legendary Jean-Claude Killy, it comprises, along with neighboring Tignes, a vast ski circus. Site of the men's alpine events in the 1992 Winter Olympics, Val d'Isere is an eclectic town with chic boutiques, excellent restaurants and frenetic night life. Val d'Isere has just hosted the 2009 World Ski Championships.
HOTEL CHRISTIANIA (4-star)
Successfully combining alpine charm and subdued elegance, this family owned and managed hotel is in a class of its own. The restaurant is one of the finest in Val d'Isere and the service is impeccable. Every room has radio, TV, bathrobes, hairdryers and telephone. There is a private health center with a swimming pool, sauna and steambath. Entirely rebuilt, the Christiania is located only steps away from the ski slopes.
HOTEL LA SAVOYARDE (3-star) A family run hotel located a stone’s throw from the Hotel Christiania, the 3- star La Savoyarde offers a relaxed yet elegant atmosphere. The 50 rooms are designed in traditional Tarentaise style with pine walls and decorated in lovely soft fabrics. The hotel offers a jacuzzi, steambath, sauna and expert massages. The cozy lounge area has an open fireplace and is the perfect setting for relaxing after skiing. Guests at the Hotel Savoyarde will have buffet breakfast at the hotel and dinner with the group at the Hotel Christiania. (Space very limited and for single accommodations only)
FEATURES INCLUDE:
Roundtrip Motorcoach transfers
7 nights accommodations at Hotel Christiania (4 star) or Cretes Blanches (2 star) singles only
Welcome cocktail
Buffet Breakfast and Dinner daily
Porterage at the hotel
Free use of Hotel Christiania swimming pool,sauna and steambath
Local ski guides--5 days (good intermediate skiers and up)
Tips to ski guides and hotel staff
Prearrangement of lift ticket purchase
Taxes and service
Personally escorted by Penny Pitou
Upgrade to Superior Room (Hotel Christiania): +$175 per person
Single supplement:
Hotel Savoyarde: +$495
Hotel Christiania: $1120
Lift tickets:(includes Carre Neige insurance) : $335
65/-75: $275
75+: $$30
Trip Leader:
Penny Pitoupenny@pennypitoutravel.comPerhaps best known for winning two silver medals in skiing at the 1960 Winter Olympics at Squaw Valley, Penny has taken her European ski racing experience and successfully run ski and hiking trips to the Alps for thirty years. Her knowledge of the mountains, the people, and the countries combined with her ability to speak German and French fluently make for great trips - well organized, educational and fun. Penny personally escorts each trip, but gauges the abilities of the individuals when deciding daily adventures. Having achieved over 75% repeat business consistently on each trip over the years, Penny must be doing something right! Come join her on a skiing or hiking adventure!
