The ultimate Christmas present

Now that John Lewis has released their Christmas advert and supermarkets are finally stocking mince pies again there can be no doubt that the festive season is just round the corner. For those who want to avoid the turkey sandwiches and more sitcom repeats in the aftermath of Christmas, a surprise ski holiday could be the answer. What better gift could a family wake up to on Christmas morning than the chance to escape Boxing Day charades with the in-laws, and instead head out to the Alps for a genuinely white Christmas, while being back in time to be able to fulfill any New Years Eve plans.

For anyone struggling to dream up a good gift for their teenage kids or other half, what could possibly top a spontaneous ski trip leaving on Boxing day? To really get the most of the Christmas period, this years calendar could not suit Ski Weekends better, with Christmas day falling on a Wednesday. A weekend break to the alps would start on the Thursday.

Ski Weekends make this an affordable and easily achievable reality. Specialising in weekend trips and short breaks, Ski Weekends makes finding the perfect place to get away to easy with many different options. Whether you want to get away as a family or as a couple during the festive period Ski Weekends has something available.

Morzine Loves Christmas

Morzine is fantastic place for a family escape, with plenty of acitivites to keep everyone entertained while not on the slopes. On top of this ‘Morzine loves Christmas’ is a Christmas festival that will be in full swing by the time guests arrive on the 26th, it runs from 22nd December through to the 3rd January. The festival is described as a feast for the eyes, ears and stomachs. There are children’s shows, music in the streets and fireworks. The family-run Hotel les Fleurs offered by Ski Weekends is a great base to tour the slopes above Morzine and Avoriaz over the weekend. With a free bus stop opposite it is extremely easy to get into town and enjoy the festivities. The 650kms of piste boasted by Portes du Soleil will mean that there is something for all abilities and skiers won’t be left repeating runs. Ski Weekends Morzine

The price per person for 4 nights in 2* Hotel les Fleurs flying out on Boxing Day is £579, the price includes flights and accommodation on half board.

A Spa Date In The Three Valleys

For someone thinking of surprising their partner with a romantic break to the Alps Ski Weekends residence in Brides les Bains in the Meribel valley is a great place to visit. While being able to explore the vast expanse of skiing on offer in the Three Valleys, Brides les Bains plays host to the Grand Spa des Alpes. Recharge the batteries after all the stresses that accompany the build up to Christmas. Club Hotel Verseau comes with a shuttle service from the hotel door to the main gondola station. It’s a social and relaxing place to stay, and has it’s own restaurant where evening meals are included. Ski Weekends Brides Les Bains

The price per person for 4 nights in 3* Club Hotel Verseau departing by coach on Boxing Day is £319, the price includes coach travel and accommodation on half board.

A Christmas Spectacle In Luxurious La Clusaz

For a family or a couple looking for a bit of luxury Ski Weekends Hotel Au Coeur du Village in La Clusaz is just that. Every detail is authentic, understated luxury and compliments the beautiful alpine surrrondings of La Clusaz. The village itself is a great place to visit over the Christmas period, with their Christmas spectacle ‘Pestacles du Père Noël’ running from the 24th – 31st December. After enjoying the hotels expansive spa and the resorts tree covered slopes; staying in the centre of the town lends itself to enjoying the week long festival where skiers will witness magicians, puppeteers, jugglers, singers, dancers and much more all come together in the center of the village. Ski Weekend La Clusaz

The price based on 2 people sharing for 4 nights 5* Hotel Au Coeur du Village flying out on Boxing Day is £1948, the price includes flights and accommodation on half board.

There’s no compromising on the quality of the skiing on a Ski Weekends break. Whether a first timer or a pro powder hound, all its resorts are snow-sure and provide a varied choice of runs. Treating the family to a weekend in the Alps between Christmas and New Year is certainly one way to get over the inevitable food coma incurred on Christmas Day.

For more information, visit skiweekends.com.