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tion. So, by the time we sank back into a pair of deck chairs to enjoy a little après-ski on our first day, we were truly reinvigorated by a healthy combination of adrenaline and mountain air.
Typically regarded as one of the most costly pastimes, many Brits are put off giving skiing a try – especially when they have to factor in kids.
But with Inghams’ all-inclusive packages there is a chance for a taste of the slopes in style with some value added. The short airport transfer, coupled with being right by main ski lifts, means you really can maximise your time on the slopes.
Our base, the popular Chalet Hotel Elisabeth, had a welcoming lounge to relax in after skiing and a wonderful panoramic sun terrace.
The staff arrange all boots, skis and passes, which can be easily stored every night downstairs, and they provide some truly fine food.
After a full buffet breakfast, we were given a packed lunch to tide us over until our return, when we were welcomed back with delicious homemade cakes and biscuits for afternoon tea. Then it was off to our rooms to recuperate, or to the hotel’s sauna to ease those aching muscles.
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Canapés and cocktails are then served in the bar before everyone makes their way into the main dining room for a four-course evening meal, washed down with a fine selection of local wines.
Our hosts made us feel individually special as they spoke to each table in turn and served up sumptuous platters of roast lamb, beef, duck and game.
With 17 large rooms, all fitted with balconies providing fine mountain views, we enjoyed the sunshine until the very second it dropped below the peaks.
The resort’s height comes with almost guaranteed snow until spring and the easy- to- navigate pistes continue to enjoy a gentle trickle of skiers well into Easter each season.
After that, the number of permanent year-round residents returns to just a lucky 29, who can enjoy the views all to themselves. And get those giant multi-coloured cows ready for the next season.