Winter activity vacation in the French Alps

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CARBON REDUCTION

We encourage guests to travel to the Southern French Alps by train wherever practical and provide information to help plan their journey. Transfers from local railway stations may be arranged depending on the accommodation and itinerary chosen.

As this is a tailor-made vacation, guests can choose from a variety of winter experiences, including human-powered activities such as snowshoeing and cross-country skiing. Our local team helps plan the programme around the chosen activities, accommodation and travel arrangements.

As a Travelife Certified tour operator, we use Carmacal to estimate the greenhouse gas emissions associated with our vacations. We also make a contribution on behalf of every traveler to rewilding projects through our partner Mossy Earth, supporting initiatives focused on habitat restoration and biodiversity. These contributions are not presented as compensation for the emissions associated with the vacation.

We provide itineraries, practical information and travel details through our smartphone app wherever possible, reducing the need for printed documents.

ENVIRONMENT & WILDLIFE

Winter is a challenging season for mountain wildlife, with animals adapting to cold temperatures, snow cover and limited food supplies.

During suitable guided activities, guests may learn to recognise animal tracks in the snow and discover how different species survive the Alpine winter. Our local guides share their knowledge of the mountain environment, helping guests better understand the landscapes and wildlife of the Southern French Alps.

Activities are organised in appropriate locations, taking account of applicable regulations, access restrictions and protected-area guidelines.

Guests are encouraged to follow the advice of their guides and instructors, respect wildlife, use designated trails where appropriate and take all litter away. These practices are particularly important during winter, when disturbing wildlife can cause animals to expend valuable energy.

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LOCAL ECONOMY

Our Winter Multi-Activity Vacations bring together a network of independent accommodation providers, mountain guides, ski instructors, activity operators and other local businesses across the Southern French Alps.

Depending on the activities and accommodation chosen, guests may also visit local restaurants, cafιs, equipment hire shops and other businesses during their stay.

By working with local partners wherever possible, we help direct part of the vacation spending towards the communities guests visit.

Alongside the outdoor activities, guests have opportunities to discover traditional Alpine villages, regional food specialities and the local culture of the Southern French Alps. Our local team can incorporate these experiences into the itinerary according to guests' interests and the options available during their stay.

EMPLOYMENT, INCLUSIVITY & DIVERSITY

We work with qualified local guides, instructors and activity providers who bring specialist knowledge of the Southern French Alps and its winter conditions.

We pay agreed professional rates for their expertise and services, supporting local guiding and outdoor activity businesses.

Because every itinerary is personalised, we can recommend activities to suit different ages, interests, confidence levels and experience.

Whether guests want to try snowshoeing for the first time, learn a new winter sport or enjoy a mixture of outdoor adventures and cultural experiences, our team helps them choose suitable activities.

We are committed to treating everyone fairly and respectfully, from the local people we work with to the travelers who join our vacations.