Destination Guide

VERBIER
Verbier is legendary for its outstanding skiing and cosmopolitan flair. Nestling high in a south facing bowl, the village sports a glittering array of boutiques, bars, clubs and restaurants. Not only is Verbier less than ninety minutes from Geneva, but it is also wonderfully relaxed and informal, making it one of Europe’s most colourful and fashionable resorts.

The skiing stretches across four valleys with over 400km of piste and fantastic powder possibilities. Opportunities here are endless, from the family skiing and sledging of Savoleyres to the steep bumps of Tortin and the exhilarating Mont Fort. Take the stairway to heaven, ski the Four Valley Tour or heliski the Grand Combin. Now you can even experience the magnificent resorts of Chamonix and the Aosta Valley, all on the same ski pass.

Verbier is a dream for skiers and non-skiers alike, set against the magnificent backdrop of some of the most spectacular scenery in the Alps.


ZERMATT
Zermatt is one of the true greats. It is set high in the Alps amongst beautiful scenery with the majestic Matterhorn towering over the village. The resorts clientele is cosmopolitan and chic, its hotels and restaurants superb, and the skiing undeniably excellent.

New lifts in recent years have interlinked the main ski areas, and the on and off-piste opportunities are endless. What’s more, Zermatt is a serious destination for skiers and boarders with a taste for the finer things in life; the rosti at Simi, sofas on the terrace at Chez Vrony, and the fabulous cuisine at Zum See. Situated on the Swiss/Italian border, one can easily ski into Cervinia for the day.

As a unique destination for both skiers and non-skiers alike, Zermatt is indeed a true classic.


KLOSTERS
Klosters is unique in the ski world. It has retained its feel as a traditional Swiss Alpine village, yet linked with nearby Davos, it shares one of the most exciting ski areas to be found anywhere.

Lying at the foot of the Engadine, the local micro-climate gives the resort an enviable snow record. Opportunities are exceptional, with superb family skiing on the Madrisa and an abundance of excursions including the magical tree-lined route down to Kublis and the route over to Arosa, following in the tracks of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle. 

Real gems in Klosters include the two star Michelin Walserhof, the lively Chesa Grischuna and a wealth of excellent mountain restaurants. With a long-established royal patronage, Klosters is the chosen resort for those in the know. 

ST MORITZ
Nestled at the centre of the Engadine valley, St Moritz boasts more than 350 kilometres of groomed piste in 4 connected ski areas. The Diavolezza is as sublime for freeriding as La Corviglia is for beginners.

The uniqueness of St Moritz is however best exemplified by its remarkable events. There are polo tournaments, horse races, cricket matches, show jumping - all on ice, and all best enjoyed with a glass of champagne. For snowy days, you can find boutiques to rival Bond Street, not to mention art galleries and uber-trendy bars in abundance. 

GSTAAD
Surrounded by mountains and overlooked by a picturesque hilltop castle, the charming village of Gstaad provides all the advantages of a large, yet traditional Alpine ski resort.  The village is car free and all amenities are close by.  With its  luxury hotels, restaurants and shopping it has always been popular with both the international jet set and keen skiers, hikers and travellers generally.  

For further information about individual resorts, see www.skiclub.co.uk.