Snow in the UK increases ski holiday bookings

Several ski companies are claiming that the recent snow storms in the UK has saved the ski industry for the time being. Ski Power, the tailor made ski holiday specialists, has experienced record booking figures and warns families that, with conditions on the slopes the best they have been for decades, “leaving it to the last minute to book a half-term ski holiday may result in disappointment”.

Comments Craig Norwood, Managing Director of Ski Power:  “There is never a quiet ski resort over half-term, but following the recent snow storms bookings have rocketed and this year things are set to be particularly busy with accommodation fast running out.  The rate at which half-term bookings have been coming in over the last week has been amazing, and we’ve broken all weekly booking records.  The snow fall seems to have inspired families to head out to the Alps this February.”

Ski Europe Online, the specialist European ski travel agency, has been inundated with calls from families and couples who have been enjoying the snow and then decided to book a ski holiday. Comments Sammi Nisbet, Managing Director of Ski Europe Online: “The UK snow has been a life saver for the ski industry.  Non-discounted sales for holidays during the Christmas week were at an all time industry low this year, so the blizzards that have swept the UK and the continent, and thus inspired bookings, have been a welcome relief.  Year-on- year, this week’s bookings are up by over 150%.”

So while the rest of the UK has probably seen enough of the snow now, no doubt the ski industry will be willing it to continue as long as possible!

Deals from Ski Power and Ski Europe Online

Hotel Gelinotte

Ski Power still has a number of chalets available for bookings over the half-term week, including its brand new chalet hotel in ValD’Isere, The Hotel Gelinotte. Nestled in pine trees and just a few minutes’ walk from the centre of Val D’Isere, the hotel was completely renovated prior to the start of the ski season.  With views overlooking the town centre, the chalet-hotel is ideal for those looking to get away for a relaxing break (facilities include a sauna). Further details of the hotel and other special offers can be seen at www.skipower.co.uk.

Ski Europe Online still has plenty of availability over the remainder of the season at over 350 chalets and hotel across 79 resorts throughout France, Italy, Austria, Switzerland, Bulgaria, Andorra, Spain, Slovenia, Lapland and Scotland.  Here’s one good deal for you;

Reduced by 50% a week’s stay, departing 6 March, at the five-bedroom Chalet Inoko (sleeps 12) in Val D’Isere now costs just £330 per person (was £659) – a saving of £329 pp.  Val D’Isere (France), considered by some to be the World’s premier resort, offers some of the best skiing and boarding in the Alps along with vibrant après ski. Prices are based on two adults sharing include flights (departing Gatwick), transfers and seven nights’ chalet board accommodation. Visit www.skieuropeonline.co.uk for further information on Ski Europe deals.