We don't all ski so what to do in a ski resort when surrounded by skiers and snow boarders? Don't worry, Paradiski is huge - 2nd biggest ski domain in the world - and has oodles of things to do. Here are our suggestions:
What is it? Rodeo Park, a 3000m adrenaline fuelled toboggan run from the top of Col de Chal chairlift; Where is it? Les Arcs; How much? €7.50/person
What is it? Bobsleigh with a professional - if the Mono Bob isn't fast enough this will definitely get your bones shaking at 120km/h; Where is it? La Plagne; How much? €115/person (up to 9 people)
What is it? Snowshoeing - just pop the "raquettes" over your trainers and away you go; Where is it? All over Paradiski but try the Vanoise National Park in Peisey Vallandry for a special experience. How much? From €22 for half a day.
What is it? Biathlon - a real test of your concentration and shooting skills! Where is it? Peisey-Vallandry; How much? €84 per 1.5 hr session (up to 2 people)
What is it? The largest man-made ice tower in Europe. Climb up with axe and crampons - not as easy as it looks; Where is it? Champagny, La Plagne; How much? €38 per person.
What is it? Igloo village - stay the night or just have dinner there - it's very cold; Where is it? Les Arcs, near Arc 1950; How much? From €9/person.
What is it? Spa - try the ice cave pool, jacuzzi or a treatment; Where is it? Arc 1950, Les Arcs; How much? Available to all. No membership required. Prices vary.
What is it? Dog Sleds - experience the thrill of being pulled along by a pack of huskies; Where is it? Peisey-Vallandry How much? From €125 per couple.
What is it? Snake Glisse - Revolutionary "bob-luge" sledges, with up to 12 people on one sledge; Where is it? La Plagne; How much? €9 per person.
What is it? Hiking, the very best way to experience the mountains and all they have to offer at your own pace; Where is it? La Plagne, Les Arcs and Peisey-Vallandry; How much? Free.
Paradiski is a large interconnected domain, of only several that exist in the world. Located in Savoy it links Les Arcs/Peisey-Vallandry and la Plagne massifs. Paradiski will open from 14th December 2013 to 26th April 2014. www.paradiski.com
-Ends-
For further information please contact:
Anne-Marie Thorpe
Spring PR Ltd
T: +44 (0)1249 750819
E: anne-marie@springpr.com
Barnby House, Parkers Lane
Kington Langley, Wiltshire, SN15 5PH
UK