We were invited to the opening of the Club Med ski resort at Les Arcs Panorama in the far east of France. To get to the resort, Club Med provides comfortable buses leaving from Geneva airport. The trip takes about two and a half hours and is very pleasant. Furthermore, the landscape of Alpes on the way it is beautiful! Certainly a great option for Brazilian ski lovers. Take the opportunity to also read about what it’s like to live in France and 15 luxury hotels in Paris.
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A super structure!
Club Med Les Arcs Panorama ski resort opens
The Les Arcs 1600 resort is one of the largest ski regions in the world and is also known as Paradiski®. The new resort is the ideal destination for those looking for an exclusive experience with the best and most complete ski program, modern infrastructure, stunning views and a differentiated value for money when it comes to family holidays.
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A stunning view
Surrounded by the extraordinary mountains of the Tarentaise Valley and the emblematic Mont Blanc in the Savoie region, Club Med Les Arcs Panorama is the chain’s new bet for those who love skiing. Or perhaps, for those who dream of venturing onto the icy slopes of the Alps for the first time. My case, lol. The accommodation All Inclusive includes all meals, drinks, lessons for all ski levels and snowboard, Mini Club®, Junior’s Club®, Ski Pass. Or system Ski-in e Ski-out it also facilitates the movement of the practitioner with their equipment throughout the mountain route.
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The skiing experience
Despite having already taken snowboard without much success, I was very eager to learn to ski and was hoping that I would adapt to the sport. To my surprise, every day at 10 am and 2 pm I just left with my equipment (which was already in my locker in the locker room) and our teacher was waiting for us! I found everything very practical and organized.
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It’s certainly a fun experience!
The teachers speak several languages, and as Brazilians are one of Club Med’s biggest markets, we can always count on a teacher who speaks Portuguese. In other words, great for those who don’t know the language or who are afraid of communicating in English or French.
Furthermore, I was impressed by the availability of the teaching team. I noticed that everyone who took part in the classes made a lot of progress in skiing and snowboarding in just a few days. As the minimum stay at Club Med is 7 nights, it is practically guaranteed that guests will learn to ski or snowboard during their stay! Of course, this varies depending on each person’s skill.
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The entire trip group
In fact, the coolest thing of all is that while skiing I completely forgot about the cold and I felt great exercising. I confess, therefore, that breaks to have a hot chocolate and a hot wine which are served right there on the ski slope, also helped a lot!
For families
For families, Les Arcs Panorama is a true paradise! Everything was done to satisfy the needs of parents and their little ones. For example, connecting rooms and a full range of children’s activities, such as supervised ski lessons, from 4 to 17 years old. Furthermore, the new Bread&Co restaurant is an attraction in itself, where children can invite adults to have a meal together. The resort also has the Baby Club Med (4 months to 2 years) and the Petit Club (2 to 3 years). Child monitoring is carried out by G.O’s and ski instructors who make sure children master the slopes quickly.
Exclusivity
For an even more exclusive experience, the 5T space (the 5-star version of Club Med), located at the top of the resort, guarantees even more unforgettable moments. The most exquisite premium space in Les Arcs brings together 24 suites with a welcome lounge, a cozy atmosphere, a 390m² terrace with a bathtub and a stunning view of the valley. Furthermore, a concierge with services such as room service, a champagne bar from 6 pm and an exclusive ski room.
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So, how about this view from the bathtub?
Therefore, with the Premium All Inclusive package, a ski trip with Club Med is unlimited. Comfortable rooms, gourmet cuisine, drinks, ski pass, collective ski or snowboard lessons and après-ski activities are included in the package. Guests can enjoy their mountain holidays in a complete and unforgettable experience.
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Conclusion
From vacations with a group of friends, a couple with children or a romantic trip, Club Med offers experiences for the most varied types of guests. But what they do best at Les Arcs Panorama, I would say, is present us, Brazilians who didn’t grow up with snow, a new fun and stimulating way to make the most of the cold weather and the views of the Alps! I loved!
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So here’s a tip for your next family trip!
Certainly the initial discovery and subsequent passion for snow sports opens up a range of possibilities for travelers who, like me, no longer need to fear the cold! After all, now fun is guaranteed.
Text by André Mello
Photos: André Mello, Juliana Coutinho and Disclosure
