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    IMPORTANT - Please note: We accept bookings with children and infants on any date in Bear Lodge on room by room bookings, or on any date in any chalet if occupying the whole chalet. Also in all chalets for departures on 15, 22 & 29 Dec 2021; 6 & 13 Feb; 27 Mar; 3 & 10 Apr 2022 . Bookings made online outside these parameters unfortunately will not be accepted. 

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Top Ski Tips

What kit should you buy? What should you pack? Should you drive to The Alps? How to navigate group ski dynamics? There’s plenty to think about when jetting off on your next ski holiday, our guides will help lighten the load and make your next memorable ski experience as seamless as possible.

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