The festive season is right around the corner. The mountains have been graced with fresh snow and now is the time to start thinking about how to enjoy the festive period with loved ones. We have spoken to our expert teams, who have been based in the mountains for years and have plenty of experience helping guests craft the perfect Christmas celebration.
What better way to spend Christmas day than breathing in that crisp mountain air, and setting the first tracks on the corduroy? Our Bramble Ski Pro Luke, recommends – heading out early to catch first lifts at 8:45 am to benefit from the quieter slopes whilst everyone is still opening their presents! This may feel like a challenge from the comfort of your bed but it is well worth it for a quiet Christmas morning ski.
Choose Lord of Snow, still available for the festive period, conveniently located next to the Bellecote piste in Courchevel, so you can be out skiing in a matter of minutes. Lord of Snow, our new Haute Montagne chalet in Courchevel, is a masterpiece of alpine luxury with state-of-the-art facilities located in a prestigious ski destination. Offering an unrivalled chalet experience, the perfect property to spend a memorable festive celebration.
If Verbier is your chosen resort head to Savoleyres for the perfect family morning ski. Savoleyres is a great beginner area to explore in Verbier with gentle, wide, open blue runs. To make the most of your Christmas day on the slopes, head to one of the slopeside restaurants for a long lunch in the sun. Be sure to make the most of the day and stop for an obligatory mulled wine or hot chocolate for the perfect Christmas Day experience.
Then head back to the chalet to relax your muscles in your chalet’s private spa facilities. Etoile du Nord – West Wing, available to book for Christmas week, features panoramic mountain views, a swimming pool and your own private cinema room. The perfect alpine home to retreat to the mountains and escape the noise for some much-needed rejuvenation. This spectacular chalet is the perfect property to create long-lasting memories and enjoy a fabulous Christmas ski holiday.
Whilst you enjoy the facilities, let the children be entertained by spending an hour with the chef cooking up a festive treat. Our expert Bramble chef, Kamil, reveals his favourite Christmas recipe – a tried and tested favourite, guaranteed to be a crowd-pleaser!
A delicious family favourite that can easily be prepared at home.
Ingredients:
2 large oranges (blood orange works best, but normal would do too!)
6 eggs (room temperature)
250g ground almonds
250g caster sugar
1tsp baking powder
1tsp cinnamon
1/2tsp ground ginger
1/2tsp ground nutmeg
A pinch of salt
Method:
Place the oranges in a pot and cover with cold water. Bring to the boil and simmer for 20 minutes then drain the water and repeat the process one more time.
Once done, allow to cool and blend to a smooth puree.
Set your oven to 170C, grease and line a 23cm cake tin
Mix all (except sugar) dry ingredients in a large bowl
Whisk the eggs with sugar until light and fluffy on high speed for a few minutes.
Then fold the egg mixture into the orange puree.
Add the dry ingredients to the eggs and orange mixture. Be gentle.
Transfer to a baking tin and bake for 50-60 minutes until the skewer inserted comes out clean.
Allow to cool and then decorate with icing sugar and candied orange peel.
Enjoy this festive treat in the gorgeous Chalet Yeti in Val d’isère. Relax and unwind in the open-plan living space, with stunning mountain views. This space is perfect for reclining in front of the fire, with loved ones for a chilled Christmas day afternoon. This charming alpine retreat sits at the foot of the iconic Face de Bellevard in Val d’isère, featuring luxurious spa facilities and a convenient 2-minute ski down to the Olympic lift in Val d’isere.
Spending Christmas in the Alps is truly magical, an experience like no other. Enjoy the festive season in your Bramble Ski chalet, where every detail has been thoughtfully crafted to create long-lasting memories. Spend the evening beside the fire, sipping on a festive cocktail made by your host or decorate the Christmas tree with the children. Your chalet will be transformed for the festive season with a joyful festive ambience created through the meticulously decorated surroundings. Then, take a seat at the chalet’s grand dining table, decorated with an elaborate table setting crafted specially for the occasion by your dedicated hosts who have years of experience in crafting the perfect Christmas table.
Experience this luxury in Chalet Marmottière in Verbier. This impressive alpine chalet is a pinnacle in the Bramble Ski portfolio with a luxurious 3D cinema room, bowling alley, outdoor hot tub and indoor swimming pool. Still available for the festive period, enjoy a luxurious break in Chalet Marmottière. This home away from home is sure to deliver a Christmas you’ll remember for years to come. Surrounded by your loved ones, enjoy a delicious festive feast prepared by our expert chefs, in one of our beautifully adorned chalets with the backdrop of the majestic mountains outside.
Christmas in the Alps delivers that perfectly magical festive feeling, hard to find anywhere else. At Bramble Ski, we go above and beyond to deliver that extra special service to create a magical Christmas like no other. The mountains set the perfect scene for enjoying well-deserved family time and a break from reality. Enjoy your magical festive break in one of our stunning properties still available to spend Christmas, contact our sales team to enquire today.
16th December 2024
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