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Return of the X Games to Tignes
This week brings the return of the much-anticipated X Games to our neighbours in Tignes and, with Olympic winner Shaun White making an appearance this year, there’s an exciting buzz around.
Read more about Val d'Isere Apres Ski Report: 15th March 2012
A Night Out in Val d'Isere and a Kiwi Au Revoir
As most of us in Tignes try and defrost after the bitterly cold week we have just gone through, more snow is on the way. A change up from the -15 degree days will be a welcome change as they were starting to get the better of my nose, ears and moustache.
Read more about Val d'Isere Apres Ski Report: 23rd January 2013
Kickers and Backflips in L'Espace Killy
After the PDA's (Public Displays of Affection) cleared this week with Cupids departure, they were quickly replaced by the now very familiar sight of fat snow flakes. We were again treated to snow upon snow upon snow, which is quickly turning February into one of my favourite months of the year.
Read more about Val d'Isere Apres Ski Report: 20th February 2013
Don't miss tonight & tomorrow's events!
This winter in Tignes, seasonnaires and holiday makers in-the-know have been lucky enough to bear witness to a new epic night out. An alpine music initiative described by its creator as “summer festival vibes in the snowy alpine playground” known by the name of Bass Station.
Step-Up for Africa: A day on the hill...for charity mate
Everybody loves supporting a good cause and everybody loves it even more when it involvesenjoying the sunshine. Last Thursday we had just that opportunity as the annual Step Up for Africa event returned to Val d’Isere for the fourth time in a row.
Read more about Val d'Isere Apres Ski Report: 6th April 2012
Living the seasonnaire life to the max!
We would like to say that we behave, we really would. But as our parents have always instructed us to tell the truth, we’ll just say that it’s definitely work in progress..... It will come as no surprise then that this week was just another epic series of jagerbombs, awesome DJs, and all out shenanigans. This is Val d’Isere; we just can’t help it!
Read more about Val d'Isere Apres Ski Report: 19th December 2012
An old favourite gets a revamp
It’s been a lovely week weather-wise with clear blue skies everyday and although it’s a bit cold, if you wrap up warm you don’t feel it. The pistes are great and it’s clouded over today in preparation for the snow that’s forecast for these next few days. Life is good here in Val d’Isere.
Read more about Val d'Isere Apres Ski Report: 19th January 2012
Checking out the new bar in town
Blue skies are back in Val d’Isere and, after last week’s storms with 200kph winds, they are very, very welcome.
Read more about Val d'Isere Apres Ski Report: 13th January 2012
Valentine's meal: Alsace inspired food in the Savoie
This week was Valentine’s Day and just happened to be my day off too. I made the most of it by going out for dinner with my partner. By the time we were both ready to go it was getting quite late, as in 10pm late! So we decided to head down to the Taverne d’Alsace, located beneath the Billabong Café and Hotel Kandahar, on the opposite side of the roundabout from the bus station.
Read more about Val d'Isere Apres Ski Report: 16th February 2012
Sampling this season's menu at the Moris Pub
The Moris has had a bit of a face lift since last season and now has a new, light wooden interior and a lot more light compared to last season. Walking in, it already feels like a Pub that is a lot more likely to produce high quality food. I approached the bar and was greeted by 3 friendly members of staff.
End of season parties galore
The end of season is nigh and people are starting to pack their bags and leave. It’s always sad when the people you’ve become close to leave, even after only a season or two and it’s harder still when you know they’re not just leaving the country but the continent too!
Read more about Val d'Isere Apres Ski Report: 19th April 2012
Checking out a new bar in Tignes
It’s been lovely weather so far this week. It’s warmed up a lot and even though the slopes are busy with the half term holidays, there’s still plenty of snow and the pistes are great.
Read more about Val d'Isere Apres Ski Report: 23rd February 2012
First après-ski report of season
Welcome all to the first Val d’Isere après report of season 2011/2012, and I’m pleased to say I’m looking out the window onto a blanket of snow several feet deep and bluebird skies. This certainly wasn’t the case a few days ago when the mountain was still very green (red and yellow) and autumnal. But, thanks to Hewie, the beloved god of snow, wishes were granted and the white stuff fell from the sky in masses, and apparently more is on the way.
Read more about Val d'Isere Apres Ski Report: 8th December 2011
Comfort food & live music
Last Tuesday was my day off and I have to admit I didn’t make it up the mountain due to a terrible hangover, no sympathy please, it was all my own doing!
Read more about Val d'Isere Apres Ski Report: 3rd February 2012
Australia Day celebrations
Val d’Isere is such a multi-national little bubble that sometimes you forget where in the world you are.
Read more about Val d'Isere Apres Ski Report: 26th January 2012
DJs and Violins
It’s been one hell of a musical week! With the après music sessions taking place every day, it’s surprising our lives haven’t become a singing only musical!
Read more about Val d'Isere Apres Ski Report: 25th January 2013
BBQ's, Birthdays and Beers
The snow storm finally cleared late last week after three crazy weeks of constant fat snow flakes in Val d'Isere. That made for a couple of special blue bird - knee deep days with the mountain covered in smiles from the Grand Motte tothe Solaise. However with it now being the French half term holidays at the moment, the mountain on piste is a crowded affair so heading over to some secret spots is a must over the next couple of weeks. With the sun out, the kiwis thought it was time to dig out the BBQ, soak up the rays and get some Après wets in us.
Read more about Val d'Isere Apres Ski Report: 27th February 2013