Holiday Reviews 2026

Tignes, France

The Chalet Hotel Rosset was well placed for easy access to the slopes and the Ski Miquel team looked after our party of 28 very well with the Ski Miquel guides proving to be a great asset.

The first day was murky with varying visibility but after that the weather was generally kind to us with good snow.

We made the most of the extensive terrain taking in the fantastic sights of the L'Aiguille Percee, & The Grande Motte and the spectacular views from the "Up and Over" Leissiers ski lift.

Most members were delighted that they managed to ski the extent of the area, from Le Fornet at Val D'Isere to Tignes-Les-Breviers. Those of us over 75 were even more delighted as our skiing was free!

Tignes was my last week as an ARP ski host, having run 17 trips for the Club. I am pleased to say the week was a great success. Thank you to you all.

Sheila Walker

Bardonecchia, Italy

18 of us were in the Chalet Bianca. The hosts are amazing, provide great food and create a real home from home atmosphere.

We had great snow conditions throughout the week, with slopes which were virtually empty. There were no lift queues, and the offer of a free lift to the slope each morning meant we were skiing bright and early. Everyone enjoyed their skiing.

Four guests did the trip to Sauze d'Oulx which is included in the Bardonecchia lift pass and some guests had a sightseeing trip to Turin, an hour's train ride away.

All in all, it was a very good week of skiing.

Marcus Pinny

Saalbach, Austria

The Chalet Hotel Christina, run by Ski Miquel, was well located only a short walk from the lifts. It was cosy and friendly with outstanding food.

The snow had mostly been man made, and was hard and crusty, but the pistes were well looked after.

We had good weather for the first few days, then several with poor light, but overall, we were able to ski and have a great time.

Ski Miquel ran a WhatsApp group which was incredibly useful, enabling the group to track down missing persons, and right other wrongs.

Our Irish friend celebrated his 80th birthday, and we enjoyed champagne at his expense. Thank you!

There were a few unfortunate accidents, as the Ski Miquel guided groups were rather large. However, the one casualty who suffered a broken rib has already signed up for next year's trip. Sadly, I missed out on a few days skiing with a swollen knee.

Steph Tucknott

Courchevel, France

22 members stayed at the Chalet Rikiki. We welcomed 5 new members to the ARP Club on this trip.

The staff at the chalet were excellent and the ski hire was great. All skis were brought to the chalet and were collected on the last day. A great way to do it.

We had lovely sunny weather for most of the week and the snow was brilliant. On the last day low mist and snow put off a few skiers.

All the Le Ski staff were very helpful and the arrangements were spot on. On the last night we were entertained by the bag piping skills of the male chalet host!

Transfers to and from Chambery went without a hitch.

All in all, it was a lovely week skiing.

Diane Peake

Arabba, Italy

Hotel Portavescovo/ Hotel Bella Vista.

38 of us improved our technique on the slush and moguls caused by high afternoon temperatures (+2 - +9 degrees) when returning to Arabba each day.

Visibility was poor on the first day, but thereafter we had no problems and easily enough snow. The high north facing slopes to the south of Arabba were favoured as they provided better conditions.

The food was plentiful and generally good. After the head waiter was "persuaded" that we were not going to sit in the same seats every night, we mingled well.

The local Apres bar was popular and an alternative to the well-used hotel bar.

Most members took part in the "wear your sports and cultural tops" evening. Badminton, golf, Airedale terriers and Yorkshire were among the conversation starters! A great time was had by all.

Keith Anderson

Baqueira-Beret, Spain

This was my first outing as a host and 18 of us returned to the Hotel Tuc Blanc. Despite the indifferent weather an enjoyable week was had by all.

We skied on 5 mornings with the guides from the BB Ski School and Ski Inspired.

Unfortunately, one of our number fell at the end of the first day and was not able to ski for the remaining holiday. On the plus side, he did get to ride in a helicopter!

This was not a great week weather wise, but we did enjoy some good skiing on 3 of the 6 days.

At the Hotel Tuc Blanc we appreciated the sauna, pool, solarium & jacuzzi facilities. 7 of us enjoyed a "wine & tapas" tour to the local town of Vielha.

Thanks to all on the trip and a special thank you to Tim, Annette and Sarah from Ski Inspired for their help and advice.

David Barry