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(19/09/2011)

It's Snowing

Well it may only be September but this weekends cold front has certainly put a chill on the temperatures here in the Chamonix Valley with snow falling this morning as low as 1,600m before rising to 1,900m. High up on the Mont Blanc with local Guides from Mont Blanc Guides reporting as much as 70cm of fresh snow making the route for late season climbers difficult. Snow is expected to continue for most of the day before slowing and stopping around tea time. Tomorrow is expected to be brighter and warmer with temperatures returining to double figures and sunshine for most of the day.

(18/09/2011)

New Luxury Chalets Chamonix Site Launch

Here at Chamonix Exclusive we are pleased to play a part in the launch of a new ski site, Luxury Chalets Chamonix which will bring to you some of the finest luxury chalets Chamonix has to offer. With both Chalet Prarion being the finest ski in ski out chalet in Chamonx and Chalet Panoramique being one of the best boutique luxury chalets, both have been featured.

There are some othe great luxury ski chalets that will also feature but hopefully you will agree with us that when comparing these chalets that Chalet Prarion and Chalet Panoramique are outstanding properties!

(15/09/2011)

Race Is On Once Again To Clear Water Under Tete Rousse Glacier

The rush is once again to drain the 'lake' of water that is once again trapped and building underneath the Glacier de Tête Rousse. Le Dauphine reports that the latest findings of scientists from the CNRS this month indicate that the summer has once again filled the bowl. Engineers and scientists are now actively working to identify the fill rate and also find a natural and sustainable drainage.  Scientists reveal that the warm days in August saw a rapid acceleration in the amount of water that fomed.

In 1892 this natural event resulted in 175 deaths in the village of St Gervais as the ice gave way, sending 80,000 cubic metres of water cascading to St Gervais. It is therefore a very serious issue and Mayor Jean-Marc Peillex of St Gervais advised reporters that: "We know that the water rises, as it is now only 12m from the surface of the ice,". Philippe Derumigny, the prefect of the Haute-Savoie, and Jean-Marc Peillex announced that the cost of the operation to drain the water would cost €545 000.

Last year work had to be stopped on the 8th October and with winter once again fast approaching, it really is a race against time. Some good news however is that the movement of subsidence of the ice above the pocket has at least stopped.

(14/09/2011)

Four Die In Chamonix Helicopter Crash

At around 10am this morning tragedy struck when a Mont Blanc Helicopter struck an EDF cable, catching fire before plummeting to the ground. Two passengers were able to eject from the helicopter and two were trapped inside. All four however sadly died at the scene.

Local sources suggested that they were surveying the Emosson Dam that sits on the French / Swiss border near Vallorcine and is owned by EDF. The pilot was believed to be manouvering the helicopter to drop off two of his pilots at the maintence cable car when its rear rotary wheel caught the cable, catching fire and then plummeting to the ground. 

The pilot, a local Chamonix Mountain Guide, Jacques Forque has been officially named, a son of a Director of Mont Blanc Helicopteres, Jean-Marc Mermillod, head of security at the dam Emosson and Desmus Regis.

(14/09/2011)

Ski In Ski Out Chalets

Here at Chamonix Exclusive we are very proud to have the finest luxury ski chalet of all the Chamonix ski in ski out chalets and this year we are not standing still. At the end of the summer season at the end of this month we will start he renovation of bedrooms 5 and 6 (following last years warmly applauded rennovations of bedrooms 1, 2, 3 and 4), not because we needed to, but because year on year we want to raise the bar to not only be far the best ski in ski out Chamonix chalet, but one of the very best ski in ski out chalets in Europe.

This is a big ask, but with the new Games Room (50" Plasma, Wiim Games, DVds and full sized pool table), on call driver service, in house nanny, and professional chef providing four course gourmet dining with complimentary French wines, carefully selected for their refinement, we are sure getting close.

(12/09/2011)

Chefs - Luxury Chalets Chamonix

Here at Chamonix Exclusive we are now recruiting for the winter 2011/12 chef positions. At some of the finest luxury chalets Chamonix has to offer, you will be a highly qualified chef who has had extensive experince in the hospitality industry as a chef de partie or head chef in a leading fine dining restaurant or 4 star hotel. Not only will you be able to demonstrate experience in your application, but drive, style and passion for delivering outstanding dishes to the highest standard using the best and freshest ingredients available throughout the season.

If you believe you have the experience, drive and passion required to be successful then please forward to us an up to date CV, a six day menu plan suitable for a luxury ski chalet (including vegetarian option), and a portfolio of photos demonstrating your flair and creative cooking ability. References where possible should also be supplied (if not supplied - references will be taken before appointments are made).

Interviews will take place during September and October and a demonstration in England of your cooking ability at the end of October.

(11/09/2011)

10 Years On We Remember 9/11

It is a day that few of us old enough to remember will forget, 9th September 2001. All adults will certainly know where they were the day when the news broke of the worlds worst ever terrorist attack. It changed the world, not just in terms of how we travel, but how we see and view it today.

At Chamonix Exclusive our thoughts are most importantly not only with the near 3,000 people that lost their lives that day from a diverse range of faiths and beliefs, but also the sixteen hundred people that lost their partner, the three thousand children who lost a parent and the many thousands of other family members and friends, who lost someone they loved.

(11/09/2011)

Changing Temperatures Signal Fast Approaching Ski Holidays Season

Whilst day time temperatures remain good, mid twenties and avove, the sudden fall as the sun sets and cold early mornings are a sure fire indicator that the winter season is not too far away. In fact it is just 3 months to the day, or 13 weeks until the official opening for the ski season of Chamonix ski in ski out Chalet Prarion and the Luxury Chalet Panoramique.

Enquires and bookings have now started coming in fast and to secure the best dates from two the premiere luxury chalets Chamonix has to offer please email or call the team at your earliest opportunity.

(09/09/2011)

Family Friendly Skiing Holidays

Situated next to the blue Aillouds piste and just a short ski down to the Prarion Gondola and the ESF, Chalet Prarion is an ideal luxury family ski chalet for up to 12 people. Alternative enjoy the stunning luxury ski chalet of Chalet Panoramique for smaller groups looking for an luxury outstanding family ski chalet in an exclusive ski village.

Whilst Chalet Prarion is situated in the exclusive family ski resort of Les Houches in the Chamonix Valley, luxury Chalet Panoramique is just a short drive to the ski area where you will find some great family friendly skiing includinga travelator (magic carpet) and a slow moving chair for beginners.

Being in such a great location demand for luxury chalets in this family ski resort is also high so early booking is recommended to avoid disapointment.

(08/09/2011)

Luxury Ski Resort - Book Now

Already the demand for one of the worlds most famous ski and mountaineering resorts, the luxury ski resort of Chamonix is high with many peak weeks already booked at the premier destinations such as Chalet Panoramique and Chalet Prarion. Christmas and New Yead other weeks already are creating interest. The ski half term week at Chalet Prarion has been sold but we do have the half term ski holdays available for Chalet Panoramique.

Please however do not leave booking to late as last year we quickly sold out and this years shows little sign of this changing. Whatever your requirements, please give us a call to discuss at your earliest opportunity.