ACCOMMODATION EQUIPPED WITH : kitchenette with oven or grill, shower or bathroom. Alcove studios, 1 and 2 bedroom apartments also have a dishwasher. Some apartments with balcony.
LES RESIDENCES are ski apartments in Arc 1800 spread between several residences (with lifts) located in the villages of Charmettoger, Villards and Charvet. The apartments are 150m from the slopes, 300m from the ESF ski school, 50m to 300m from the shops, and they share one main reception. The convenient location makes Les Residences a great option for anyone looking for ski accommodation in Arc 1800.
For more information on this property, or other travel packages, please contact our UK reservations team on 0207371 6111.
PAYABLE SERVICES
- Final cleaning, bed linen and towels (bath, hand & tea towel) - state and pay at time of booking, see price table.
- Cot hire: 25 euros/week (subject to availability, state at time of booking and pay locally).
ENTERTAINMENT
SKIPASS:
Book your ski passes at the same time as your accommodation and benefit from a reduction on the cost of your booking. Rates are available on request, so why not contact our friendly team for more details?
MEAL OPTIONS
The Travelfood hampers offer a convenient way of eating well on holiday without the incovenience of having to go to the supermarket. Balanced and varied meals are prepared from fresh ingredients, ready to be reheated in a "bain-marie". For adults (from the age of 12 years) choose from options such as "Holiday", "Gourmet", "Vegetarian Gourmet" or "Gastronomic" and for children under 12 years choose the "Child Hamper". Full details can be found by following the link to the left.
PRACTICAL INFORMATION
(State at time of booking and pay locally)
- Outdoor parking (free, subject to availability).
- TV 31 euros for 1st week, 16 euros for each subsequent week (TV may only have French channels).
- Pets 29 euros/pet/week (max 2/accommodation).
> STUDIO 2 PERSONNES (S2)
Sleeps 2, approx. 15m², living area with 2 single beds.
> STUDIO 2/3 PERSONNES (S23)
Sleeps 2/3, 20-25m², living area with single sofa bed, single pull-out bed and 1 single bed.
> STUDIO 4 PERSONNES (S4)
Sleeps 4, approx. 25m², living area with single sofa bed and single pull-out bed, alcove with bunks.
> 2 PIECES DUPLEX 4/5 PAX (245X)
Sleeps 4/5, approx. 35m², living area with single sofa bed and single pull-out bed OR 2 single beds, bedroom with 1 single bed and a set of bunks.
> 2 PIECES 5/6 PERSONNES (256)
Sleeps 5/6, 35-45m², living area with single sofa bed and single pull-out bed, twin bedroom, alcove with bunks.
Local ski area:
PARADISKI domain linking the resorts of Champagny, Les Coches, La Plagne, Les Arcs, Peisey-Vallandry - click on ski domain below.
Skiing in Les Arcs: 200km of ski runs with 54 lifts.
Cross-country skiing: 15km of trails.
Ski Schools:
ESF Ecole du Ski Français - Tel. 0033 479 07 40 31 (Arc 1800) - www.esflesarcs.com (for Arc1600 - 1800 - 2000)
ESI Ecole de Ski Internationale - Tel. 0033 479 07 41 28 (Arc 1800) - www.arc-aventures.com/arcGB/winter.html
Spirit 1950 ski school - Tel. 0033 479 04 25 72 - www.spirit1950.com
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Children:
(BCG and healthcare records required)
"Les Pommes de Pins" (1-6s) Arc1800 - Tel. 0033 479 04 15 30.
"Les Marmottons" crèche with ski lessons (3-6s) Arc2000 - Tel .0033 479 07 64 25.
ESF Snow Kindergarden (3-14s) in all 4 centres - Tel. 0033 479 07 40 31 (Arc1800).
Apres-ski in Les Arcs: Over the 4 sites in Les Arcs: snowshoeing, horse drawn sleighs...
in ARC1800: Ice rink, fitness centre, squash, snowmobile...
in ARC2000: natural ice rink.
Useful Information: Les Arcs is within easy reach by coach from Bourg Saint Maurice train station. There are free outdoor and payable underground car parks available.
The resort has all the required facilities for you to spend a great winter holiday:
* shops.
* bars/restaurants.
* doctors.
* pharmacies...
This information is intended for guidance only and holds no contractual value. For further information, please contact Arc 1600 Tourist Office (tel: 0033 479 07 12 57) or log on to www.lesarcs.com
Otherwise known as "The Roof of Europe", Savoie is an area rich in natural treasures and historical points of interest.
The flora and fauna of Savoie is varied and exceptional.
From tiny paths to steep trails, discover the Alpine peaks, the Alpine gastronomy, small villages with colourful stories and most importantly, breathe in the fresh and revitalising mountain air.
For visitors who want to experienceSavoie beyond the ski slopes, there is a wide range of other exciting winter activities to choose from, such as dog-sledding and snowshoeing.
Be a guest to one of the world's most exclusive tables. France, land of gourmets and culinary arts, offers a bewildering array of food and wines from delicious simple fare to exquisite haute cuisine. With over 340 sorts of cheese and 450 quality wines France will satisfy every palate.
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A word of advice from Lagrange: French roads are excellent, but not free, so keep some euros handy.
The linking of the Les Arcs and La Plagne ski domains means that the French Alps now benefits from a brand new, extensive skiing area, making it one of the largest ski domains in the world.The doamin offers access to 425km of runs suitable skiers of all levels.Paradiski is made up of 232 ski runs, 2 skiable glaciers (La Chaupe in La Plagne Bellecôte and Le Varet in Les Arcs) as well as some of the highest peaks in the Alps (Bellecôte - 3416m and Aiguille Rouge - 3226m).
RESORTS:
Champagny, Les Coches, La Plagne, Les Arcs, Peisey-Vallandry.
www.paradiski.com
Height: 1300-3416m.
Total Pistes: 425km of pistes.
Beginners**** Intermediates**** Experts*** Snowboard****
12 green 132 blue 66 red 31 black and 2 Snowparks.
6-day Paradiski lift pass: 208 euros/adult, 156 euros/children aged 6-13 years and senior citizens aged 65-71 years, free for children under 6.
Paradoski Decouverte lift pass (1 day in Les Arcs ski domain and 5 days in La Plagne, winter 08/09 prices): 221 euros/adult, 166 euros/children aged 6-13 years and senior citizens aged 65-71 years, free for children under 6 years.
