SKI 2012/13 - Richmond Holidays

SKI 2012/13
QUALITY CHRISTIAN HOLIDAYS
Cover photo by Melanie Cooper: The Pic Blanc Glacier at 3,330m – the highest point in the Alpe d’Huez region
 Contents
 Introduction
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 Your Richmond holiday includes...
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 Reberty Village, The Three Valleys
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 Alpe d’Huez
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 Sainte Foy, Tarentaise
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 Your Ski Resort Managers
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 New skiers, Non-skiers and Ski School
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 Guest Testimony
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 Something for Everyone
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 Getting There, Ski Hire and Lift Passes
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 How to Book
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 Richmond Holidays Throughout the Year
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As we are members of the Travel
Trust Association, your booking
is 100% financially secure.
Great skiing, great company and great
staff – making it a great holiday!
Spectacular ski resorts, excellent chalets, best staff in the world
Dave Brown, Alpe d’Huez, January 2012
 Quality Christian Ski Holidays 2012/13
Awesome skiing, majestic mountains, amazing chalets in exceptional locations,
quality service, wonderful food and wine, inspiring teaching and special times
with God – all of these our guests have come to expect. Yet so often we’ve heard
what tops the list is...our staff! We are especially proud of our teams – they are
truly unique! We thank God for each and every one.
The Psalmist writes, “I lift up my eyes to the mountains – where does my help
come from? My help comes from the Lord, the Maker of heaven and earth.” We
aim for our resorts to provide that place of spiritual and physical restoration and
nourishment. We rejoice to hear that Sarah Whittaker, among many others, has
said, “I have come back completely refreshed and renewed.” To be told by the
McCulloughs,“It is hard to improve on perfection!” does set the bar rather high
for the coming season! Nevertheless in this Olympic year we are again looking
for a Personal Best and, with the Lord’s grace and strength, our goal remains
to provide you with the best holiday experience we can.
Please join us for an exceptional ski holiday.
Ben & Clare Turner, Alpe d’Huez, Christmas 2011
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 Your Richmond holiday includes...
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Fully catered chalets
All rooms en-suite
Champagne and canapé reception on arrival
Ski-in and ski-out, all perfectly located next to the piste
Three course dinner with complimentary wine
Children’s cooked high tea instead of supper available all season
Hot tub on the terrace and indoor sauna at all resorts
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Accompanied ski-guiding programme (not for beginners)
Complimentary tea and coffee all day
Afternoon tea with wonderful home-made cakes
Kids’ Bible club in high season in Reberty and Alpe d’Huez
Ski Pastor each week for inspiring teaching and worship
Professional Richmond Christian staff teams
Free Wi-Fi access in all our chalets
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Reberty Village
Chalet des Neiges, Reberty Village, The Three Valleys
Description
Can
you experience all three valleys of the biggest ski area in the world in a single day?
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We felt extremely welcome and well
looked after from the moment we got there.
The Wright family, Reberty, Christmas, December 2011
 About...
It’s our third season returning to this incredible
ski resort as Reberty Village is the ideal place
to get a true feel of the Richmond ski experience;
never failing to impress.
Sitting at 2,000 metres in the largest ski area in the
world, this is an unbeatable base from which to
explore the diverse region.
Chalet des Neiges is a beautiful traditional alpine
chalet with modern facilities, a comfy lounge and
separate dining room with central open log fires
and an atmosphere to warm your soul. The chalet
sits in the front row of the village looking directly
over the piste, south-facing and with glistening views
up into the mountains. You can ski-in ski-out onto
the piste with the Three Valleys at your feet. It goes
without saying that there is something for every
type of skier here.
Reberty Village itself is an idyllic little French ski
village, with two restaurants (including a bar at the
excellent Ferme de Reberty). Nearby Les Menuires,
accessible by free bus, is packed with facilities
including an indoor sports centre with a large pool
and spa facilities.
Walking in a winter wonderland
 Highlights
 Three Valleys – 600km of piste – biggest ski area
in the world
 Sits at 2,000m on a plateau between Val Thorens
and Les Menuires
 Highest ski point 3,200m
 200 lifts to 49 blacks, 175 reds, 207 blues, 66 greens
 Free shuttle buses run from Reberty Village to the centre of Les Menuires
 Chalet includes indoor jacuzzi, sauna and outdoor
hot tub on the terrace
 Approximately 2.5 hours from Chambery,
I took my friend
this time and she
absolutely LOVED
it and is already
discussing that we
organise a big group
next year.
Amelia Sweetland,
Reberty, March 2012
45 mins from Moutiers Eurostar for 8-day ski option
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 Reberty Village Accommodation
Chalet des Neiges is made up of two adjoining chalets which are linked by an
interconnecting door on the ground floor. All rooms have en-suite facilities with
a shower and are either twin rooms or four-bed family rooms with twin and bunk
beds. A number of the rooms are slightly compact. Two of the twin rooms have
their own en-suite with jacuzzi, bath and shower attachment (book early to avoid
disappointment). Maximum 36 guests.
Your team worked so hard to make
our stay relaxing and rewarding. Every
element of the trip worked smoothly, from
the airport transfer, ski pass collection
and equipment hire, right through to the
last day of skiing.
Matt Fuller Group, Reberty, April 2012
Cosy log fire in both the lounge and dining room
Our ski-in ski-out chalet is here on the front row. Ideally situated.
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Evening dinner by candlelight
Relax in the indoor sauna and jacuzzi
There’s something for everyone in the Three Valleys
Chalet des Neiges, Reberty Village, The Three Valleys, France – 2012/13
DEC
JAN
Prices quoted in £s per person
FEB
MAR
APR
15
Sat
22
Sat
29
Sat
05
Sat
12
Sat
19
Sat
26
Sat
02
Sat
09
Sat
16
Sat
23
Sat
02
Sat
09
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23
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30
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06
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13
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399
616
728
497
497
497
497
532
686
784
567
567
567
567
567
630
630
497
High Season: 22 & 29 Dec; 16 Feb; 30 Mar; 06 Apr
The following options, supplements and discounts are quoted in £s per person based on two adults sharing:
Child discount:
Under 12s sharing with 2 adults or 2 older siblings: half price
Children under 2 years: £77 admin fee
Cots and high chairs are available for hire
Privacy supplement:
Per person per week
High season: £245
Low season: £126
Under-occupancy supplement:
(e.g. 2 or 3 people in a 4-bed room) Per empty bed
High season: £245
Low season: £126
Limited number of privacy supplements available. Book early to avoid disappointment.
These prices include the following: 100% financial protection through our membership of the TTA  champagne and canapé reception on arrival  half-board plus afternoon
tea & homemade cake  three-course evening meal with wine  complimentary tea & coffee throughout the day  accompanied ski guiding programme (not for beginners)
 evening entertainment programme  local tourist taxes  Richmond Pastor offering daily times of praise, worship and Bible teaching  the Richmond resort staff team 
sole occupancy of the chalet  en-suite rooms  use of the chalet's indoor jacuzzi, outdoor hot tub & indoor sauna  children’s Bible clubs (in high season)
Not included: Any travel costs  ski hire costs  lift passes  bar purchases  personal travel insurance  child escort service all weeks  ski school
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Alpe d’Huez
Chalet L’Escapade, Alpe d’Huez
As usual, the team were at their very
best; service doesn’t come better than this.
Tim Scott, Alpe d’Huez, January 2012
Snow and sunshine – Alpe d’Huez has 700 snow cannons, 300 days of sunshine and the longest black in the world
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 About...
This fabulous sun-drenched and snow-sure resort
is in one of France’s top five ski areas and boasts
over 300 days of sunshine per year.
Our traditional alpine chalet includes the luxury
of free spa facilities to help ease your muscles at
the end of a great day’s skiing, and the in-house
licensed bar is the perfect place to sit back and relax
in the friendly atmosphere.
Sunrise from our balconies – anticipating a glorious day’s skiing
After its debut in our programme last season,
we would argue that Chalet L’Escapade is the best
placed in the resort! The shops, cafés, sports centre,
open-air ice rink and indoor and outdoor heated
swimming pools are only a brief walk from our door,
making this an excellent resort for non-skiers. You
can ski-in ski-out onto a quiet green run to the lifts –
just a short distance from our boot room.
Tiered levels of runs make the area easily navigable
for all abilities. Take the Eclose chairlift opposite our
chalet and through the lift system up to the 3,330m
Pic Blanc glacier and the infamous Sarenne, which
at 16km is the longest black run in the world!
 Highlights
 Village sits at 1,850m
 Highest ski point 3,330m
 84 lifts to 16 black, 40 reds, 35 blues, 41 greens
 Sarenne black – 16km – the longest run in the world
 250km of piste
 700 snow cannons help to keep this resort snow-sure all season
The whole holiday
was outstanding,
I have come back
completely refreshed
and renewed and
that wouldn’t have
happened without
you all, thank you!
 Chalet includes indoor jacuzzi, sauna, steam room, exercise area and outdoor hot tub
 Dozens of alternative activities on offer in the village – Sarah Whittaker,
ice skating, swimming, sports centre and more…
Alpe d’Huez, February 2012
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 Alpe d’Huez Accommodation
Chalet L’Escapade offers a variety of rooms including standard twins, triples and
four-bed family rooms. The rooms are arranged over three floors and although
some are compact, they are all en-suite (some with baths) and many have
south-facing balconies overlooking the piste. The ground level includes a
convivial dining room, separate lounge and fully-licensed bar. The lower ground
floor holds the spa facilities. Maximum 57 guests.
I just wanted to say thank you for a
great skiing holiday in Alpe d’Huez. I went
on my own but felt really welcomed and
well looked after. The food was good and
the ministry was encouraging ... Thanks
again, I can’t wait for next year.
Catherine Brooke, Alpe d’Huez, January 2012
The outdoor (heated!) pool is just three minutes away
Our splendidly positioned ski-in ski-out Chalet L’Escapade
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Mealtimes are a highlight of all Richmond holidays
Choice local wines to complement your meal
The perfect place to bring friends and make friends
Chalet L'Escapade, Alpe d'Huez, France – 2012/13
DEC
Prices quoted in £s per person
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FEB
MAR
APR
15
Sat
22
Sat
29
Sat
05
Sat
12
Sat
19
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26
Sat
02
Sat
09
Sat
16
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23
Sat
02
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13
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378
567
693
462
462
462
462
490
665
763
546
546
546
546
546
609
609
413
High Season: 22 & 29 Dec; 16 Feb; 30 Mar; 06 Apr
The following options, supplements and discounts are quoted in £s per person based on two adults sharing:
Child discount:
Under 12s sharing with 2 adults or 2 older siblings: half price
Children under 2 years: £77 admin fee
Cots and high chairs are available for hire
Privacy supplement:
Per person per week
High season: £245
Low season: £126
Under-occupancy supplement:
(e.g. 2 or 3 people in a 4-bed room) Per person per week
High season: £245
Low season: £126
Limited number of privacy supplements available. Book early to avoid disappointment.
These prices include the following: 100% financial protection through our membership of the TTA  champagne and canapé reception on arrival  half-board plus afternoon
tea & homemade cake  three-course evening meal with wine  complimentary tea & coffee throughout the day  accompanied ski guiding programme (not for beginners)
 evening entertainment programme  local tourist taxes  Richmond Pastor offering daily times of praise, worship and Bible teaching  the Richmond resort staff team 
sole occupancy of the chalet  en-suite rooms  use of the chalet's indoor & outdoor hot tub, sauna and steam room  children’s Bible clubs (in high season)
Not included: Any travel costs  ski hire costs  lift passes  bar purchases  personal travel insurance  child escort service all weeks  ski school
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Sainte Foy
The Lodge, Sainte Foy, Tarentaise
We cannot wait to ski here again and
bring friends to enjoy this magical place.
Helen Hallett, Sainte Foy, January 2012
Quiet, uncrowded pistes for all levels, plus a vast area of untracked powder slopes for the off-piste enthusiasts
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 About...
The Lodge is a luxurious chalet to which many
guests love returning. Close to the centre of this
idyllic Savoyard village, The Lodge is one of the
very best chalets and is perfectly placed on the
piste for you to ski-in ski-out.
Under-floor heating, a spacious lounge with a
charming log fire, a dining room overlooking the
valley and a hot tub literally a snowball-throw from
the piste, are a just few of the things that give this
chalet its wonderful character.
The resort itself is a wintertime paradise with
extremely quiet slopes, some wonderful long
meandering blue runs, and rarely a lift queue. Being
a very child-friendly resort, Sainte Foy is the perfect
destination for families during school holidays.
For the adventurous, don’t be deceived by the stats
of lifts and runs as this resort was tipped The Sunday
Times’ ‘Number One Ski Resort in the World!’ You
won’t be disappointed by the well-maintained wide
open and quiet pistes, the extensive untracked
powder after a snowfall, and the excitement of the
natural gullies, jumps and vast off-piste that
Sainte Foy offers.
The stunning and friendly village of Sainte Foy
 Highlights
 Village sits at 1,550m in the Tarentaise area
 Highest ski point 2,620m
 Off-piste runs of 1,700m descent
 35km of un-crowded piste with no lift queues
 Champagne and canapé reception on arrival and each evening before dinner
 Hot tub on the terrace next to the piste
 Courtesy Richmond day trip during the week to
Val d’Isere, Tignes or Les Arcs
A wonderful holiday.
I was in tears when
I left as the whole
time had been a
very restorative,
healing and joyful
time.
Suzanne Avery,
Sainte Foy, January 2012
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 Sainte Foy Accommodation
The Lodge has a selection of spacious twin rooms all with en-suite facilities
with a shower and some with balconies. There is one four-bed family suite with
double bed and bunk beds, plus large en-suite with bath and shower. There is
one luxury four-bed mezzanine suite with a double bed and twin beds on the
mezzanine level, plus large en-suite with bath and shower. Maximum 18 guests.
Thank you once again for a fabulous
holiday! The snow was amazing and the
chalet was all we hoped, but I think it was
the group and the wonderful team that
changed it into something very special!
Hughes-Penney Family, Sainte Foy, January 2012
The tranquil, spacious and restful lounge
The tranquil and spacious lounge with open fire
The luxurious and perfectly appointed Lodge
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Dining at The Lodge is an experience to savour
The pistes are beautifully and lovingly prepared with wide, open slopes
Alone with God in the mountains
The Lodge, Sainte Foy, Tarentaise, France – 2012/13
DEC
JAN
Prices quoted in £s per person
FEB
MAR
APR
22
Sat
29
Sat
05
Sat
12
Sat
19
Sat
26
Sat
02
Sat
09
Sat
16
Sat
23
Sat
02
Sat
09
Sat
16
Sat
23
Sat
30
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06
Sat
13
Sat
686
812
567
567
567
567
602
798
924
637
637
637
637
637
749
749
567
High Season: 22 & 29 Dec; 16 Feb; 30 Mar; 06 Apr
The following options, supplements and discounts are quoted in £s per person based on two adults sharing:
Child discount:
Under 12s sharing with 2 adults or 2 older siblings: half price
Children under 2 years: £77 admin fee
Cots and high chairs are available for hire
Privacy supplement:
Per person per week
High season: £294
Low season: £168
Under-occupancy supplement:
(e.g. 2 or 3 people in a 4-bed room) Per person per week
High season: £294
Low season: £168
Luxury double room
(Low season only)
£294 extra for the room
Limited number of privacy supplements available. Book early to avoid disappointment.
These prices include the following: 100% financial protection through our membership of the TTA  champagne and canapé reception on arrival and each evening
before dinner  half-board plus afternoon tea & homemade cake  four-course evening meal with wine (for 6 nights)  complimentary tea & coffee throughout the day
 accompanied ski guiding programme (not for beginners)  evening entertainment programme  local tourist taxes  Richmond Pastor offering daily times of praise,
worship and Bible teaching  the Richmond resort staff team  sole occupancy of the chalet  en-suite rooms  free Richmond transfer once a week to the local
resorts of Val D’Isère, Tignes or Les Arcs for a day’s skiing  use of the chalet's indoor jacuzzi, outdoor hot tub and indoor sauna
Not included: Any travel costs  ski hire costs  lift passes  bar purchases  personal travel insurance  child escort service all weeks  ski school
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 Our Ski Resort Managers
Alpe d’Huez – Hermione Garner
I am returning to Alpe d’Huez for the second year running and am
so looking forward to going back! It’s such a fun resort, with great
skiing for all levels and a really lively town. I also can’t wait to reunite
with guests I’ve met in previous seasons as well as meeting many
of you for the first time. I love the buzz of managing a Richmond
Resort, with the wonderful fellowship between guests and staff.
Sainte Foy, Tarentaise – Richard Caseley
I can’t wait to contribute to Richmond’s ministry in the French Alps
this winter and to provide a special Christian holiday experience
for our guests. I’m delighted to be working at the picturesque
Sainte Foy resort, which offers everything from beginner-friendly
long blue runs to challenging off-piste, all coupled with virtually
non-existent lift queues!
Reberty Village, The Three Valleys – Nick Brown
With a great chalet, the best ski area in the world, and an enviable
location, not forgetting the storehouses of snow that are consistently
lavished on us, I cannot wait to welcome you all this coming
winter. My team and I are blessed to serve and have fun with you
in one of the Lord’s most amazing playgrounds! Looking forward
to sharing fellowship with you very soon.
Operations Manager – Adam Playfair
It is such a joy to hear from so many guests about how much they
look forward to their next Richmond holiday, and the spiritual,
emotional and physical refreshment they receive. The resort teams
never cease to impress me with their ability to create an atmosphere
so embracing of each guest, enabling genuine fellowship and a real
sense of community. We aim to make this the best ski season ever!
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The trees of the field will clap their hands...
 For New Skiers
If you’ve never skied before…we’d love to help you learn because what we love
even more than skiing is helping others to enjoy the slopes, learn to ski and come
down their very first red run. We’ll help you every step of the way, from choosing
the right skis to how to book the correct ski lessons and buying your first ever lift
pass. We’ve all been there – not knowing where to start – but just ring our lovely
Sunrise House team and we’ll hold your hand and answer every question, and
probably ask you some you hadn’t even thought of!
 For Non-skiers
“If you don’t ski but feel attracted by the ambience of a ski chalet and the majesty
of the snow-covered mountains, join our many guests who come as non-skiers.
I’ve now been on four wonderful Richmond ski holidays...but never skied! Many,
like me, love the atmosphere, the time to read and relax and enjoy amazingly beautiful
views from the cosy warmth of the chalets. There are many activities available other
than skiing, both gentle and adventurous: walking and snow-shoeing are particularly
popular, as is enjoying vin rouge or chocolat chaud in local cafés. Meeting up with
other guests for coffee or lunch and enjoying Christian fellowship over mealtimes
in the chalet makes for a fun-filled time for the non-skier too. Feel free to ring me
if you’d like to chat about a ski holiday for the non-skier.” Clare Turner
 Accompanied Skiing/Ski School
...the mountains will burst into song before you
For both intermediate and expert skiers we offer accompanied skiing by a qualified
Richmond staff member inclusive in our prices, so whether you want to ‘cruise
the blues’ or attempt The Three Valleys’ Challenge, you do not have to ski alone
or even have to read a piste map! For beginners we can give you the contact
details of our recommended resort ski school for you to book up either group
or private individual lessons.
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 Guest testimony from the Chidlow family
This was our
“A QUALITY, first family skiing
GOD-GIVEN, holiday and from
FUN-FILLED, the outset it
was great. The
CARING
courteous and
HOLIDAY”
helpful office staff
dealt with all my many questions –
the fact that they knew the location
in detail was a real confidencebooster; they were genuinely
enthusiastic but also gave tips on
booking and holding places whilst
flights etc. were secured.
Brilliant family holidays – the very happy Chidlows!
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and steam room were a real bonus
that we had not considered – glad
that you had thought of them. The
food – meals and cakes were
gorgeous. We joked about taking
some of the staff home.
The substantial ministry input was
a key part which all of our family
enjoyed and didn’t miss. Jesus
was honoured and I still need to
consider all the aspects that God
was touching.
This introduction was only the
start as we arrived in the afternoon
to be welcomed warmly and taken
to be fitted out with all our ski
equipment. Even the shop staff
were very helpful.
To add to the things that you can
control, God blessed us with late
snow and the delight of wonderful
skiing, which has whetted our
appetite for more. The whole group
seemed to gel very quickly and a
real sense of family was evident.
We really enjoyed all the staff, they
were fun and extremely warm –
where do you find them? We were
always provided for positively and
with a smile.
Richmond you really do provide a
quality, God-given, fun-filled, caring
holiday, in which all are able to ski,
relax but also feel the presence of
Jesus.
We settled and relaxed very quickly.
The rooms were clean and tidy
(the addition of a chocolate egg on
arrival was a lovely touch). We felt
at home and as if nothing was too
much trouble. The jacuzzis, sauna
Thank you again, we hope to
return soon.
Stephen and Cindy,
Hannah, Esther and Isaac
Alpe d’Huez, Easter 2012
 Something for everyone...
In addition to providing quality ski holidays suitable for everyone, we also offer
a few special age-related weeks for you to meet up with other like-minded people.
Listed here are details of our age-related Themed Weeks. Each week includes
special activities for that group as well as a suitable Richmond Pastor.
Families & Children
Child Escort Service
Ages 4-11
Children will be taken to ski
school at 9am, collected,
given lunch and looked
after by our team until 2pm.
Available in all chalets every
week if your child is booked
into ski school. 110€ per
child for five days including
lunch or daily at 25€.
This is our third consecutive year with
Richmond and we really appreciated the
family atmosphere. The staff were so
helpful and friendly and we particularly
enjoyed the ministry.
It is hard to improve on perfection!
Ian & Hazel McCullogh, Sainte Foy, Jan 12
Richmond Company
Richmond Connexions
20s & 30s
Relaxed skiing
02 FEB 2013, REBERTY VILLAGE
09 MAR 2013, ALPE D’HUEZ
23 FEB 2013, ALPE D’HUEZ
For singles, friends or groups.
Skiing with like-minded friends
and enjoying a great time of
worship, Bible teaching and
après-ski, these weeks have
the very best of everything.
With guaranteed fun and
the chance to make lots of
new friends these are full-on
weeks of skiing, worship and
après-ski. Perfect!
For those who prefer gentle
skiing on blue and green runs
with plenty of hot chocolate
stops. Runs alongside the
normal ski programme for
faster skiers in Alpe d’Huez
and Reberty Village.
30s, 40s & 50s
Blues Cruises
Children’s Tea
Children’s cooked high tea
can be provided around
5.30pm on request. Available
in all chalets every week.
Cute!
Unbeatable
Loving it!
Glorious
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 Getting There
Eurostar
Either the day train or the overnight train (which offers eight full days’ skiing) direct from either London
St Pancras or Ashford in Kent. Book online via www.eurostar.com or phone Kathryn Ketchen at
Travel Counsellors on 0845 058 7970 for a personal service. The Richmond transfer will meet you from
Bourg St Maurice (for Sainte Foy); or Moutiers (for Reberty) for £45 return which includes breakfast
on arrival if you come on the overnight train. Dinner on the final Saturday is 20€ if required.
Please note: there is no Eurostar station for Alpe d’Huez.
Flights
Chambery Airport – for Reberty and Sainte Foy only
The following flights fit in with our transfers*: London Gatwick and London Stansted flights can no longer be
bought online, however you can contact Travel Counsellor Kathryn Ketchen who can book these flights for
you. Alternatively, Flybe – from Southampton, Birmingham and East Midlands or Jet2 – from Manchester,
Leeds Bradford and Edinburgh. (*At time of print. Please phone Richmond to confirm before booking.)
You are more majestic than mountains
Ski Hire, Lift Passes & Lessons
You are able to pre-book lift passes, skis, snowboards,
boots and helmets with Richmond prior to your holiday. With
your booking confirmation you will receive full details with
prices – including a reduced price on ski/board, boot and
Saturday Transfers from Chambery Airport:
helmet hire if you book with us. We take payments either
Sainte Foy – we will meet arrivals landing before 14.30. The return transfer is for flights departing after 13.00.
with a card over the phone (no charge for debit cards or
Reberty – we will meet all arrivals. The earliest return transfer is for the 10.55 Manchester flight.
2.5% charge with a credit card), or by bank transfer or by
Grenoble Airport – for Alpe d’Huez only
cheque so that everything is ready upon your arrival to ensure
All Richmond transfers for Alpe d’Huez will be provided by Ben’s Bus. Our Richmond Rep will meet you
you spend the maximum amount of time on the slopes. For
at Grenoble airport and direct you to Ben’s Bus which offers an excellent transfer service for every UK flight. ski or snowboarding lessons we can provide you with full
This worked extremely efficiently for our guests last season so we are extending this for all those arriving
details of these so that you can pre-book either group or
at Grenoble. You can book online at www.bensbus.co.uk – approx. £45 return.
private individual lessons at your required level. Booking early
is recommended on high-season weeks. If you have any
Self-drive and car hire
questions please feel free to call us.
Many guests choose to drive from the UK or fly/drive. It is approx. 600 miles of driving in France to our
chalets and takes about 9-10 hours. There is free parking at Sainte Foy and at the edge of Reberty Village
and Alpe d’Huez. We can also provide garage parking in Reberty – prices on application. Alternatively you
can hire a car from Geneva, Chambery, Grenoble or Lyon. Detailed driving instructions are on our website.
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Richmond branded luggage tags are
available. Identify other Richmond guests
even at UK Departure airport. Please ring
or email and we’ll post some to you.
 How to Book
Your World of Quality Christian Holidays
Step 1 – Choose your resort or call us if you need a little help
deciding which resort is right for you.
From warm relaxing sunshine in Tenerife at Christmas to adventurous white-water
rafting in the Alps in July, from inspirational tours of Israel to rewarding painting
weeks in Croatia, our resorts are open every month of the year. There are two
vital ingredients in all Richmond holidays. Firstly, the high quality of service and
professionalism from our staff and secondly, the warm, welcoming Christian
community which you will join the moment you book your holiday. Come alone,
come with your family, come in a group – you’ll be embraced into the love and care
of our staff and others. We are continually told, “if only more people knew about
these holidays,” so please join us and also tell your friends and churches.
Step 2 – Reserve your accommodation with us – we will
provisionally hold a room at no cost and no commitment for a few
days whilst you book your travel arrangements.
Step 3 – Book your transport – to fly please see page 18 for
details of flights to each of our ski resorts. Alternatively you
can book Eurostar for either Reberty Village or Sainte Foy:
www.eurostar.com or you can drive or fly/drive, again see page 18
or phone us for details. You can book your travel arrangements
yourself or alternatively, please phone our dedicated Travel
Counsellor, Kathryn Ketchen on 0845 058 7970.
Step 4 – Confirm your booking with us and provide us with your
travel details. We will then talk you through the booking process and
make sure you are happy with everything.
Step 5 – Pay your deposit of £100 per person per week (or £150
per person for more than 1 week). You can pay over the phone with a
card (no charge for debit cards and 2.5% with a credit card), by bank
transfer or by cheque, whichever is most convenient for you. We will
send you a confirmation invoice. Details of ski hire, lift passes and ski
school will also be sent to you should you wish to pre-book those.
•Magnificent Malta – October 2012 and April 2013
•Terrific Tenerife – Christmas & New Year and Feb/March 2013
•Inspirational Israel – tour led by Ben Shaw, 10-17 May 2013
•Wonderful Watersports – Samos & Bodrum – opening May to October 2013
•Austrian Alps, French Alps, Croatia – Summer 2013
•Gorgeous Lake Garda – new resort for Summer 2013
•Quiet Quality Mountain Retreats – Summer at Sainte Foy 2013
Step 6 – Balance payments are due ten weeks prior to your holiday.
Payable in the same ways as above. We will then send a revised
confirmation invoice and a resort-specific Guest Letter to help with
your holiday preparation.
100% Financial security – Under our TTA Membership
Scheme your money is 100% secure.
For full Terms & Conditions, please go to our website.
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“The staff are friendly, helpful and accommodating, the food brilliant, the chalet warm and cosy, the skiing excellent. What more could we ask?”
The core of our holidays – apart from unrivalled staff at incomparable chalets in unparalleled ski resorts! – is the centrality of our Christian ministry
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