Did they or didn't they, well according to reports Chalet des Drus run by HIP Chalets and Chalet Prarion which is run by Chamonix Exclusive both had high profile clients over the Ski New Year week. As luxury catered chalets go, both are exceptional ski chalets, for size alone in the case of Chalet des Drus, least of all features that include an indoor swimming pool, and in the case of Chalet Prarion for its on piste location and features that includes cinema projection. Chalet des Drus incidentally boasts seven bedrooms, whilst Chalet Prarion six. Whilst these two chalets are exceptional ski chalets, in many respects they typify many of the catered chalet offerings in the Chamonix Valley.
Chamonix has long been a tourist destination, long before skiing was invented, with the Western Alps highest peak, Mont Blanc (4,808m) on its door step. Many of these visitors have been British, who were some of the most enthusiastic pioneers for exploration. More recently the British visitors and influence has increased with a number of British setting up catered chalets in the ski resort. Many have been attracted by Chamonix's exceptional and spectacular scenery, all year round mountain sports, and the fact that it is not only widely considered the Alpine Capital of the world, but also the Mecca for skiers who want to ski the most extreme off piste skiing.
In terms of catered chalet clients, many are attracted by the legendary high altitude skiing, its reputation for great apres ski, and of course the very convenient one hour transfer from Geneva which also makes Chamonix a very popular for weekend ski breaks.
The influx of British chalet owners has meant that the catered chalet market in Chamonix is competitive, which is great news for the skier looking for great catered chalets, at a great price. As we have mentioned, the two chalets mentioned above are exceptional luxury chalets that without such strong competition in Chamonix, in other world famous resorts would probably sell for at least 50% more than the standard prices they are quoting, and possibly even twice the price in similar resorts!
Therefore if you are looking for a a great luxury catered chalet, in a world famous high altitude resort, but a resort that will leave you pleasantly surprised by the price (and the quality of choice), you might want to consider a ski holiday in Chamonix!
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