Category Archives: Luxury Ski Holidays

Wrapping Up With Roeckl

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Never mind the ski slopes – it’s getting chilly enough here in London to start dusting off the mothballs and pulling out the winter gear. I must not complain about the weather here though after our friends and colleagues Stateside have been suffering from Hurricane Sandy these past few days – my thoughts are with our New York office and our hotels across the East Coast and hope the recovery period isn’t too long of a struggle.

If you are feeling the chill, you should check out Roeckl – a German brand I’ve recently been recommended by some of my most stylish female acquaintances (yes, you are the most stylish, obviously!). I hadn’t heard of them before but they sell beautifully made leather gloves, hats and scarves and because they are only available in Austria, Germany, Kazakhstan, Netherlands and Poland currently, you won’t spot their designs everywhere. www.roeckl.com. Ideal for wrapping up in the city and on the piste too.

I’m thinking about treating myself to a new pair of driving gloves next time I have the chance to visit a store, and I’m sure their silk scarves are going to make excellent Christmas presents. What do you think?

PK

What to wear this Winter …

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Butlers on the slopes? Sounds dreamy! Fabulous recommendations as always.

It seems everyone’s already beginning to focus on fur coats and moon boots for the upcoming ski season. The questions on everyone’s still rosy lips: where is the next “it” ski destination, which celebrities will be the focus of many an “après ski” calamity (Prince Harry, watch out!) and most importantly…what to wear on (and off) the slopes?! My thoughts are as follows…

For starters, to avoid getting hit by the odd snowball bearing anti-fur activist (beats red paint but still – real fur gives me the shivers!), a Stella McCartney fur is the only way to go – deliciously warm and soft like the real thing. And a pair of Marc Jacobs Moon Boots paired with Moncler gloves would match wonderfully whilst looking cool with a Chanel snowboard, ready to hit the powder.

You can certainly expect some of the A-listers to be donning these insulating items and do a Victoria Beckham by using the slopes as a project run-way this season. Heidi Klum and Kate Hudson, who have been spotted in Aspen, Colorado, will be ones to look out for in my opinion, working classically chic monochrome outfits and head bands like born snow bunnies. I’m taking my inspiration from them this year in the hope I’ll bag a sexy ski instructor in time for Christmas – the ultimate winter accessory.

MV

Follow The Snow…

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Are you psychic Melissa? Because it’s the ideal time to ask about ski holidays…all of our ski packages and ideas are live on the website and waiting for you to select whatever takes your fancy this winter. I’ve got two suggestions I think will be just your thing.

Butlers on the slopes – Bentleys House, Zürs am Dvd Copying Arlberg, Austria

A little nugget of a hotel with glorious mountain views from every angle, in the small exclusive ski resort of Zurs. Your chalet, complete with living room, fire place, dining room and kitchenette, also comes with a private butler (who is your waiter, driver, concierge and PA) and a dedicated car. Your private butler is on hand to serve you dinner in the privacy of your chalet, or you can enjoy a meal in Bentleys lounge and bar. There’s a private spa and beauty salon, a fitness room and a wine cellar that offers wine tastings. If you could design your own ski hotel I think this would be it!

Michelin Star Dining – Grand Hotel Bellevue, Gstaad, Switzerland

This place really embodies the sophistication for which Gstaad is renowned, expect early 20th century grandeur mixed with ultra-modern touches, scenic mountain views, an atmospheric bar, a fabulous spa and an indoor swimming pool. A highlight is the Michelin star dining at Restaurant Prado, named after the Museo del Prado in Madrid which houses one of the world’s most important art collections – you’ll find masterpieces of a culinary kind on your plate here, a welcome alternative to the hearty ski grub often served at Alpine hotels.

New kid on the block – Cordée des Alpes Hotel

Opening on the 22nd December, this is our newest ski property and it’s set to be a winner. A wonderfully good-looking wooden ski lodge, it blends in with the surrounding alpine architecture beautifully and is close to the buzzy nightlife the resort is famous for. There’s serious skiing on hand too, with over 410 km of groomed runs and 90 lifts across the four valleys. One to stay at before all of your friends.

Check out www.slh.com/ski for other ideas and packages too.

PK

Spreading the word about our ski hotels

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Put your feet up after an amazing ski day at Kristiania Lech, Austria

Hi all,

Although Autumn or Fall is only just here for most people, skiers in the know are already planning their trips. There’s so much more to a great skiing holiday than the time spent on the slopes. As word spreads about the best locations, our cosy boutique ski hotels may no longer be well kept secrets!

In Europe we have the chic resorts of Lech, Megève and St Moritz, the sophisticated Italian Dolomites or the charming local character of the Pyrenees. I have some great memories from my last ski trip to Kristiania Lech where you can even have a personal ‘ski butler’ who will suggest a daily itinerary and have all your equipment prepared each day. For the truly adventurous, it’s also the only resort in Austria where you can indulge your James Bond fantasies and heliski! And we have just added a new hotel in the world famous resort of Gstaad in Switzerland.

Over in the US, there’s plenty of options from the rustic charm of New England or the challenge of Jackson Hole. You’ll be looked after by some of the friendliest people and enjoy acres of terrain catering from the beginner to the advanced.

Whichever SLH ski hotel you select, you’re guaranteed a restful sanctuary where you can toast your progress whether you’ve finally made the black run or nurse your bruises if you’ve just survived a nursery slope.

And for ‘ski widows or widowers’ there’s plenty to entertain you with indulgent spas, designer shopping, gourmet restaurants and cosy bars to join the skiers for sundowners – all set against breathtaking mountain backdrops.

So to ensure you get the very best, don’t wait too long to book as word is out about our wonderful ski hotels!

More soon,
Paul