We have a number of large self catered chalets available in Chamonix over the half term week (11th – 18th Feb, 2012);
Chamonix, Savoie – Haute Savoie, France
Holiday House L’Piri 
12 persons / 6 Rooms / 4 Bedrooms
11/02/2012, 1 week GBP 2,752.00
Saint Gervais, Savoie – Haute Savoie, France
Holiday House Mendiaux
12 persons / 5 Rooms / 4 Bedrooms
11/02/2012, 1 week GBP 2,024.00
Chamonix, Savoie – Haute Savoie, France
Holiday House Evolène
12 persons / 7 Rooms / 6 Bedrooms
11/02/2012, 1 week GBP 4,273.00
Les Houches, Savoie – Haute Savoie, France
Holiday House
10 persons / 6 Rooms / 5 Bedrooms
11/02/2012, 1 week GBP 7,198.00
Saint Gervais, Savoie – Haute Savoie, France
Holiday House L’Epachat
10 persons / 7 Rooms / 5 Bedrooms
11/02/2012, 1 week GBP 2,780.00
Chamonix – Les Praz, Savoie – Haute Savoie, France
Holiday House
10 persons / 6 Rooms / 4 Bedrooms
11/02/2012, 1 week GBP 4,453.00
If you are interested in any of these properties, fill out a contact form and mention that it is Chamonix you are interested in. We will then send you full details with photos etc.
A Skillz in the Alps
The Avalanche bar in Chatel is celebrating the start of the winter season with a fantastic party featuring no other than the famous Mr A Skillz – Turntable Wizard Extraordinaire.
Expect big beats, fantastic mixing and scratching, and a massive night.
New Year Availability – 2011
We have just had a cancellation in our Grand Roc apartment for New Year. This fantastic apartment is available between the 25th December 2011 and the 7th January 2012.
Chalet Le Grand Roc is located on Le Boude, only a 5 minute walk from the resort centre, and close to the skiing. In normal snow conditions it is possible to ski back to the Chatel from Super Chatel via some fun off piste.
The apartment is spacious for a ski property (nearly a 100 m2) and has 3 bedrooms and a large open plan living dining area.
The price for one week is £1650 including all bedding, towels and an end of stay clean. However, we will also throw in some extra nights at no extra cost, so if you want to come for 8 or even 9 nights, the price will remain the same.
Amazing racing
Goodbye to the Rochassons chairlift…
Danny Hart wins 2011 MTB World Championship in Champery
I’ve just got back from the 2011 MTB World Championship Downhill race in Champery, where Danny Hart rode a legendary race to become the 2011 champion.
The conditions today were difficult to say the least. The rain has been constant all day, varying between heavy & torrential. The Champery downhill course is testing at the best of times. Add in heavy mud, small rivers pouring down the course and low visibility, and most riders were fighting just to stay on their bikes.
The fastest times were set by the riders mid way through the race, and as the rain got harder, and visibility got worse, it looked like all the following riders would fall by the wayside.
Then Danny Hart took to the gate. He nailed the route from the outset, taking new lines and carrying speed through even the hardest & steepest sections. As he came into the final section he even managed to through in a couple of whips so big he was almost horizontal. Then he crossed the line over 11 seconds faster than the previous leader.
The Champery course made a legend of Sam Hill after his amazing run in 2009. In 2011, Danny Hart ecplised that and proved he is truly king of the mountain.
Following Danny, Gee Atherton crashed a couple of times coming in covered in mud. Even Arron Gwin who looked very dangerous at the start managed to crash and came in twelfth.
All of which meant that the 19 year old from Redcar was crowned 2011 World Champion. Good work Danny.
Avoriaz Holidays – Winter 11/12
We have exciting news here at White-Peak. For winter 2011/2012 we are offering accommodation in Avoriaz, the high altitude resort at the heart of the Portes du Soleil.
Avoriaz is a fantastic snow sure ski in/ski out resort, perched on a cliff overlooking Morzine and at an altitude of 1800 m.
The resort has been shut this summer for to allow for existing properties to be completely renovated, and to complete the construction of a number of new 4 and 5 star properties.
We will be adding properties to the site over the next couple of weeks so watch this space.
We will also be publishing details of the “Avo Nights Week” – the ultimate Alpine party. Join clubbers from all over Europe for 1 week of partying with 60 parties! – Avoriaz, the Biggest Dance Floor in the Alps.
Easyjet winter 2011/2012 flights now on sale
Easyjet have just announced that their winter 11/12 flights are now on sale. As always with Easyjet, book early to get the cheapest deals.
If you want to reserve your accommodation, we can keep it on hold for you until you have confirmed your flights
Passportes du Soleil 2011
The Passpo
rtes du Soleil is happening again from the 24th – 26th June 2011. This event is now so popular that the have added an extra day of racing on the Friday.
There are still some places available but they are going fast so don’t wait too long. You can register online on the Passportes du Soleil website.
For those who don’t know, the Passportes is a fantastic mountain bike trek taking in the whole of the Portes du Soleil. The route ranges from 1000 to 2250m in altitude, and covers terrain in both France & Switzerland.
The 80 km circuit use 14 lifts. There are also optional climbs for those (crazy) riders wishing to cycle up hill. 
There is always a real festival feel to the event, with music and bike shows in many of the resorts. There are also lots of refreshment stops along the way where you can feel up on energy drinks and snacks, or if you prefer, sausage cheese and wine (not recommended for too early in the day).
All in all, the Passportes is a great day out and as someone who has done it 5 or 6 times, I thoroughly recommend it.
The is also the usual Pass’Portes Mountain bike Show which in 2011 will be held in les Gets.
As usual accommodation in Chatel for this weekend is booking up quickly so contact us soon if you need somewhere to stay. We should be able to find you some self catered or hotel accommodation.
Come and pit yourself against Europe’s best bike playground!
Chatel Airport Transfers
Magic Transfers have released the rates for the coming summer.
Alongside their normal private transfer, they will also be offering a shared service. Prices start at 75 euros one way (for a minimum of 2 people).
You can get an online quote or book your transfer at our Chatel Airport Transfers page.