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Club Med Snow Resorts
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We all love the idea of getting away with our families for a holiday to remember.  No stress, no worries … just a wonderful opportunity to reconnect with each other and create memories to last a lifetime. One (super lucky) MoM Member family had the opportunity to do just that and experience and review the Valmorel CLUB MED PREMIUM all-inclusive snow holiday. Check out the fun they had:

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How exciting! We have given one family who loves to ski the opportunity to visit one of Club Med’s European Alps Snow Resorts, stay for 7 nights, enjoy everything the Club Med all-inclusive snow holidays have to offer and then report in each day to share their thoughts and opinions. Check out their daily reports on the MoM Facebook page.

What does a Club Med All-Inclusive Snow Holiday include?

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Ski passes and snow sports with lessons

  • Skiing and snowboarding lessons by professional instructors for all levels from beginners to advanced thrill-seekers
  • Free ski-lift passes to take you up the slopes
  • Direct access to amazing slopes and trails from your door in most resorts
  • Many non-skiing activities such as sledding, snowshoeing, ice skating and much more

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Accommodation with refined comfort

  • An extensive choice of resorts with various levels of luxury depending on the resort and your budget
  • Enjoy Club or Deluxe Rooms or Suites

All gourmet meals, all-day bar and snacking

  • International cuisine buffets, specialty and high-altitude restaurants in some resorts
  • Sweet and savoury snacks throughout the day and in the evenings
  • Premium open bar including beer, wine, spirits, cocktails and non-alcoholic beverages

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Kids Club for all ages

  • Supervision and activities designed for kids of all ages (yes even the teens will WANT to head off everyday to join their new best friends)
  • Kid’s ski and snowboard school led by professional G.O. instructors with children as young as 3 being able to learn to ski
  • Additional cost for children aged 4 months to 3 years

Night entertainment & parties

  • Evening G.O. shows and parties with different themes each night
  • Enjoy festive moments every night with unique Club Med ambiance

Here’s just a taste of what a Club Med Snow Holiday has in store for you …

Our review team had the choice of going to the following Club Med resorts.

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Club Med Valmorel: France

Flying in from Geneva, Club Med Valmorel is located at the foot of the mountain in the Grand Domaine ski area. Club Med Valmorel is a charming winter wonderland where everyone finds snowy perfection. Kids from the age of 3 can take to the slopes under the watchful eye of professional ski instructors, while teens and adults can enjoy over 150km of ski runs amidst a forest of pine trees. With two gourmet restaurants, a premium open bar, Kids Clubs for children of all ages*, and additional activities including snowshoeing, Nordic Walking, and Turkish baths, you’ll discover a family winter wonderland here.

Find out everything about Club Med Valmorel here.

peisey

Club Med Peisey-Vallandry: France

Flying in from Geneva, you’ll discover Club Med Peisey-Vallandry. In the heart of 425km of slopes in Paradiski, Club Med Peisey-Vallandry is a charming snow resort with natural wood and stone at every turn. With Kids Clubs for children aged 2-17 years old*, ski and snowboard lessons with Europe’s best ski instructors, and ski-in ski-out facilities, every day can be spent carving up the slopes. For relaxation in the evenings, head to the heated indoor pool to recharge your muscles, or plunge underwater and emerge in the outdoor heated pool with beautiful mountain views. Finish off with a pierrade at the specialty restaurant and some wine on the outdoor terrace – Peisey-Vallandry is a winter dream!

Find out everything about Club Med Peisey-Vallandry here.

pragelato

Club Med Pragelato: Italy

In Italy, a hamlet of chalets lie at the foot of the valley in Europe’s second largest ski domain, the Vialattea-Sestriere (also known as the Milky Way). Surrounded by mountains of snow, every day is filled with discovery in this Italian mountain resort. Kids age 2-17* will fall in love with the snow, while you conquer 400km of pure white snow. Enjoy a family dinner together at La Trattoria restaurant where pasta is on the menu, then top off the day with a Finnish sauna. Fly into Club Med Pragelato from Turin Airport. Bellissimo!

Find out everything about Club Med Pragelato here.

* Baby Club (4-23 months) and Petit Club (2-3 years old) is at extra cost

About the Club Med Snow Resort Review.

Applications were open between 7 September 2016 and closed on 16 September 2016.

The families had to answer all the questions and also add a photo of themselves with their family on their last ski holiday! The terms and conditions of this review were very specific.

Find out everything you need to know about Club Med all around the World here.

The reviewing family received accommodation in one of the three featured Club Med Snow Resorts for 2 adults and 2 children.  The reviewing family needed to be able to complete their review by 31 January 2017.  Flights were not included so they needed to be covered by the reviewing family. The reviewing family were required to agree in writing to a set of conditions before accepting their place if selected. This included posting at least one written review per day on the MoM site for every day they were with Club Med (including video and photos) and agreeing for videos and photos of their family to be used by Club Med in their promotional material. We also asked that photos and videos taken during the holiday were made available to Mouths of Mums for promotional purposes during and after the review.

So which Club Med resort did they end up in?

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Published 7th September 2016

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  • The fine food festival continues!

    The quality of the food at Club Med Valmorel has been really surprising. Based on ‘all-inclusive’ package deals we’ve had before, I thought it would be designed to just fill you up rather than focus on beautiful ingredients and real fresh food.
    This platter of meat and the big bowls of salad were served with the cheese hotbox but every meal from the buffet is of the same high standard.

    Would you recommend
    Club Med Snow
    Resorts to other
    families?
    How would you rate
    the staff and
    service at Club Med?
    How would you rate
    Club Med Snow
    Resorts compared to
    other snow resorts
    you have
    experienced?
    A Club Med Snow
    Resort holiday has
    something for
    everyone in the
    family
    A Club Med Snow
    Resort holiday is
    excellent value for
    money

  • Getting around the resort and surrounds is easy.

    If you’re staying in the main Club Med Valmorel hotel area (in the Le Lodge premium area which is still part of the main hotel), everything is completely joined internally so no matter what the weather is doing outside, you are snug and warm inside.
    If you’re lucky enough to be staying in the Chalets which sit on the slopes just above the main hotel, you can either wander down via the slopes or the stairs or you can pick up the phone in your chalet and call the shuttle. The driver is there in a couple of minutes and they’ll get you wherever you need to go.
    Usually we use this at the end of the day when we’re all really tired or if it’s snowing a lot. They are also only too happy to take the kids down for you if you want to stay behind and relax or if you are running late and the kids are dying to get to kids club.
    The other day I needed something from the nearby village of Valmorel so the shuttle driver was only too happy to drop me down there and then come back later to pick me up.
    Such excellent service and all with a wonderful smile.

    Would you recommend
    Club Med Snow
    Resorts to other
    families?
    How would you rate
    the staff and
    service at Club Med?
    How would you rate
    Club Med Snow
    Resorts compared to
    other snow resorts
    you have
    experienced?
    A Club Med Snow
    Resort holiday has
    something for
    everyone in the
    family
    A Club Med Snow
    Resort holiday is
    excellent value for
    money

  • Look at the view!

    The views really are spectacular from Club Med Valmorel and so different to any views you’d find in Australia or New Zealand.
    We have skiied in Canada and the US as well but fell in love with this view the moment we arrived.
    Picture postcard and so easy to enjoy from many areas of the resort.
    I took this picture a couple of days ago – we’ve had a lot more snow since then so the mountains are almost all white now. We are here early in the European ski season – in Feb, March and April, you can only see the tips of most trees! Imagine how much snow that must be.

    Would you recommend
    Club Med Snow
    Resorts to other
    families?
    How would you rate
    the staff and
    service at Club Med?
    How would you rate
    Club Med Snow
    Resorts compared to
    other snow resorts
    you have
    experienced?
    A Club Med Snow
    Resort holiday has
    something for
    everyone in the
    family
    A Club Med Snow
    Resort holiday is
    excellent value for
    money

  • Evening entertainment is different every night

    Every night after dinner, there is always a show which is always a great way to end the night. You head from the dining room to the large lounge area where everyone gets themselves a beer, wine, cocktail or mocktail (all included in the price) and then sit back to enjoy the show.
    Sometimes it’s a show that includes the Club Med Guest Officers and other times it’s other entertainers. This photo shows a trio that performed Tuesday night in one of the smaller lounges – they are also adding a few more musicians for a big live music night on Friday.
    After the main show, it rolls into a disco which our girls loved. All the Club Med staff are quite young so love getting up on the dance floor with the guests and especially the kids.

    Would you recommend
    Club Med Snow
    Resorts to other
    families?
    How would you rate
    the staff and
    service at Club Med?
    How would you rate
    Club Med Snow
    Resorts compared to
    other snow resorts
    you have
    experienced?
    A Club Med Snow
    Resort holiday has
    something for
    everyone in the
    family
    A Club Med Snow
    Resort holiday is
    excellent value for
    money

  • All the special touches make it a holiday to remember!

    Yesterday was Georgia’s birthday and the team at Club Med couldn’t have been more amazing! The Passworld manager went out of her way to let everyone at the teen club know and they all sang Happy Birthday.
    Our chalet team organised the most amazing birthday cake for afternoon tea (complete with party hats and candles) and then later that night, the restaurant team brought a cake with candles to our table after dinner. About 12 of the restaurant staff came over to our table all clapping and singing!
    I’m sure this birthday will be one she will remember for a long time to come. Thanks Club Med Valmorel – you think of everything!

    Would you recommend
    Club Med Snow
    Resorts to other
    families?
    How would you rate
    the staff and
    service at Club Med?
    How would you rate
    Club Med Snow
    Resorts compared to
    other snow resorts
    you have
    experienced?
    A Club Med Snow
    Resort holiday has
    something for
    everyone in the
    family
    A Club Med Snow
    Resort holiday is
    excellent value for
    money

  • Always something to do at Club Med Valmorel.

    So when we come in after a day of skiing, I want to flop on the couch or watch one of the on-demand movies. The kids still have energy to burn so they are simply able to step outside our door to continue their fun in the snow. EASY!
    I get to sit back and relax, they get their fill of the snow and then they can come straight back in and jump into a big warm bath or shower.

    Would you recommend
    Club Med Snow
    Resorts to other
    families?
    How would you rate
    the staff and
    service at Club Med?
    How would you rate
    Club Med Snow
    Resorts compared to
    other snow resorts
    you have
    experienced?
    A Club Med Snow
    Resort holiday has
    something for
    everyone in the
    family
    A Club Med Snow
    Resort holiday is
    excellent value for
    money

  • Afternoon Tea every day is such a treat.

    It’s very lucky we’ve been skiing every day as when you come in all cold and a little peckish there is always a very special treat waiting for us. Each day is different but these little beauties were amazing.
    The staff looking after our chalet come in before we get home and lay the table, put on the kettle (or open the champagne) so that we walk in to an absolute treat.
    SPOILT? Yes we are! My afternoon coffee back home will never feel the same again ;)

    Would you recommend
    Club Med Snow
    Resorts to other
    families?
    How would you rate
    the staff and
    service at Club Med?
    How would you rate
    Club Med Snow
    Resorts compared to
    other snow resorts
    you have
    experienced?
    A Club Med Snow
    Resort holiday has
    something for
    everyone in the
    family
    A Club Med Snow
    Resort holiday is
    excellent value for
    money

  • Ski lessons graded according to level

    One of the things I loved about the lessons at Club Med Valmorel is that the ski instructors take a lot of time to ensure that everyone is in the right level lesson. This means that everyone gets just what they need out of the lessons.
    The assessments continue throughout the week too so that if your kids progress faster than the group (or need a little more help), they’ll adjust their group accordingly.
    Their objective is to have everyone LOVING skiing which means that everyone is happy! Love it!

    Would you recommend
    Club Med Snow
    Resorts to other
    families?
    How would you rate
    the staff and
    service at Club Med?
    How would you rate
    Club Med Snow
    Resorts compared to
    other snow resorts
    you have
    experienced?
    A Club Med Snow
    Resort holiday has
    something for
    everyone in the
    family
    A Club Med Snow
    Resort holiday is
    excellent value for
    money

  • Transfer from Geneva - easy, luxury, friendly

    Getting to Club Med Valmorel is easy. If you’re flying in and want to go straight to Club Med, there is a Club Med transfer desk right at the airport. They know what flight you are on and grab your luggage and you’re on your way.
    We actually had a night in Geneva before we headed to Club Med, so we were collected from our hotel with the same friendly Club Med service we always get. I know BMWs are fairly standard in Europe but it was still a lovely bit of luxury for us.

    Would you recommend
    Club Med Snow
    Resorts to other
    families?
    How would you rate
    the staff and
    service at Club Med?
    How would you rate
    Club Med Snow
    Resorts compared to
    other snow resorts
    you have
    experienced?
    A Club Med Snow
    Resort holiday has
    something for
    everyone in the
    family
    A Club Med Snow
    Resort holiday is
    excellent value for
    money

  • Ski Hire made just so simple and easy - with a smile!

    If you’ve ever skied before and you don’t own your own ski gear, you’ll know that getting all the hire gear at the start of your trip and then returning it at the end can be a pain.
    Club Med have taken all that pain away – the team send you a booking form before you arrive for you to complete for the whole family so that all the gear is already organised for you before you arrive. All that’s left after that is for you to try on your boots and then once you’re happy, somebody like Alexis (he’s been a huge help this week with our gear) fill do the final adjustments.
    The team then transfer all your gear into your pre-arranged lockers and give you the swipe card so that you can access your gear anytime you need it. The lockers are all fully equipped with drying racks, a heating and cooling fan to ensure everything is dry for the next time you need it.
    Such a great 5 start service.

    Would you recommend
    Club Med Snow
    Resorts to other
    families?
    How would you rate
    the staff and
    service at Club Med?
    How would you rate
    Club Med Snow
    Resorts compared to
    other snow resorts
    you have
    experienced?
    A Club Med Snow
    Resort holiday has
    something for
    everyone in the
    family
    A Club Med Snow
    Resort holiday is
    excellent value for
    money

  • Amazing holiday

    We absolutely loved it being a single mum with twins I’ve gotta budget my money and I thought what better way then to go for a holiday to the snow. None of us knew how to at first and we were so new to it, we joined up and did the learn to ski which was absolutely amazing and we enjoyed every bit of it, I look forward to returning again it’s worth every cent

    Would you recommend
    Club Med Snow
    Resorts to other
    families?
    How would you rate
    the staff and
    service at Club Med?
    How would you rate
    Club Med Snow
    Resorts compared to
    other snow resorts
    you have
    experienced?
    A Club Med Snow
    Resort holiday has
    something for
    everyone in the
    family
    A Club Med Snow
    Resort holiday is
    excellent value for
    money

  • Mum enjoys time out at the spa

    The legs were tired and muscles were sore after a few days skiing so I thought the perfect remedy was a massage, I was not disappointed! I felt great afterwards and even happier when I found out the price was very reasonable, not like what you are asked to pay at other hotels. Thanks Club Med Valmorel!

    Would you recommend
    Club Med Snow
    Resorts to other
    families?
    How would you rate
    the staff and
    service at Club Med?
    How would you rate
    Club Med Snow
    Resorts compared to
    other snow resorts
    you have
    experienced?
    A Club Med Snow
    Resort holiday has
    something for
    everyone in the
    family
    A Club Med Snow
    Resort holiday is
    excellent value for
    money

  • Wonderful family holiday with lots of great memories made

    I was amazed at the amount of activities available at this resort. Something for every member of the family to enjoy, from grandma to toddler. Lots of outside snow activities, naturally, but also some inside activities to keep you warm. Our room was quite roomy, very comfortable and extremely clean. The food available…..SO delicious. I definitely recommend staying here to anyone. Lots of fantastic memories made that we’ll be talking about fir years to come

    Would you recommend
    Club Med Snow
    Resorts to other
    families?
    How would you rate
    the staff and
    service at Club Med?
    How would you rate
    Club Med Snow
    Resorts compared to
    other snow resorts
    you have
    experienced?
    A Club Med Snow
    Resort holiday has
    something for
    everyone in the
    family
    A Club Med Snow
    Resort holiday is
    excellent value for
    money

  • Toboganning at Club Med Valmorel

    Mid week and the kids are a little keen to have some time out from skiing – time for tobagganing – a great specific area set up with a slope which gradually builds from gentle to steep depending on your preference for slow or fast – kids and dad had a blast whilst mum had time out at the spa – nice to know there were crash pads at the end of the tobogganing slope to pull you up (if you make it that far). Her all had a blast!!

    Would you recommend
    Club Med Snow
    Resorts to other
    families?
    How would you rate
    the staff and
    service at Club Med?
    How would you rate
    Club Med Snow
    Resorts compared to
    other snow resorts
    you have
    experienced?
    A Club Med Snow
    Resort holiday has
    something for
    everyone in the
    family
    A Club Med Snow
    Resort holiday is
    excellent value for
    money

  • Meeting people from around the world

    Another great evening at Club Med Valmorel – this time meeting a family from Israel after our two girls had made friends during ski school and the kids club – a real benefit of Club Med is meeting and sharing experiences with people from other countries and cultures. Love opening our own and our children’s eyes to the world.

    Would you recommend
    Club Med Snow
    Resorts to other
    families?
    How would you rate
    the staff and
    service at Club Med?
    How would you rate
    Club Med Snow
    Resorts compared to
    other snow resorts
    you have
    experienced?
    A Club Med Snow
    Resort holiday has
    something for
    everyone in the
    family
    A Club Med Snow
    Resort holiday is
    excellent value for
    money

  • The fine food festival continues!

    The quality of the food at Club Med Valmorel has been really surprising. Based on ‘all-inclusive’ package deals we’ve had before, I thought it would be designed to just fill you up rather than focus on beautiful ingredients and real fresh food.
    This platter of meat and the big bowls of salad were served with the cheese hotbox but every meal from the buffet is of the same high standard.

    Would you recommend
    Club Med Snow
    Resorts to other
    families?
    How would you rate
    the staff and
    service at Club Med?
    How would you rate
    Club Med Snow
    Resorts compared to
    other snow resorts
    you have
    experienced?
    A Club Med Snow
    Resort holiday has
    something for
    everyone in the
    family
    A Club Med Snow
    Resort holiday is
    excellent value for
    money

  • Getting around the resort and surrounds is easy.

    If you’re staying in the main Club Med Valmorel hotel area (in the Le Lodge premium area which is still part of the main hotel), everything is completely joined internally so no matter what the weather is doing outside, you are snug and warm inside.
    If you’re lucky enough to be staying in the Chalets which sit on the slopes just above the main hotel, you can either wander down via the slopes or the stairs or you can pick up the phone in your chalet and call the shuttle. The driver is there in a couple of minutes and they’ll get you wherever you need to go.
    Usually we use this at the end of the day when we’re all really tired or if it’s snowing a lot. They are also only too happy to take the kids down for you if you want to stay behind and relax or if you are running late and the kids are dying to get to kids club.
    The other day I needed something from the nearby village of Valmorel so the shuttle driver was only too happy to drop me down there and then come back later to pick me up.
    Such excellent service and all with a wonderful smile.

    Would you recommend
    Club Med Snow
    Resorts to other
    families?
    How would you rate
    the staff and
    service at Club Med?
    How would you rate
    Club Med Snow
    Resorts compared to
    other snow resorts
    you have
    experienced?
    A Club Med Snow
    Resort holiday has
    something for
    everyone in the
    family
    A Club Med Snow
    Resort holiday is
    excellent value for
    money

  • Look at the view!

    The views really are spectacular from Club Med Valmorel and so different to any views you’d find in Australia or New Zealand.
    We have skiied in Canada and the US as well but fell in love with this view the moment we arrived.
    Picture postcard and so easy to enjoy from many areas of the resort.
    I took this picture a couple of days ago – we’ve had a lot more snow since then so the mountains are almost all white now. We are here early in the European ski season – in Feb, March and April, you can only see the tips of most trees! Imagine how much snow that must be.

    Would you recommend
    Club Med Snow
    Resorts to other
    families?
    How would you rate
    the staff and
    service at Club Med?
    How would you rate
    Club Med Snow
    Resorts compared to
    other snow resorts
    you have
    experienced?
    A Club Med Snow
    Resort holiday has
    something for
    everyone in the
    family
    A Club Med Snow
    Resort holiday is
    excellent value for
    money

  • Evening entertainment is different every night

    Every night after dinner, there is always a show which is always a great way to end the night. You head from the dining room to the large lounge area where everyone gets themselves a beer, wine, cocktail or mocktail (all included in the price) and then sit back to enjoy the show.
    Sometimes it’s a show that includes the Club Med Guest Officers and other times it’s other entertainers. This photo shows a trio that performed Tuesday night in one of the smaller lounges – they are also adding a few more musicians for a big live music night on Friday.
    After the main show, it rolls into a disco which our girls loved. All the Club Med staff are quite young so love getting up on the dance floor with the guests and especially the kids.

    Would you recommend
    Club Med Snow
    Resorts to other
    families?
    How would you rate
    the staff and
    service at Club Med?
    How would you rate
    Club Med Snow
    Resorts compared to
    other snow resorts
    you have
    experienced?
    A Club Med Snow
    Resort holiday has
    something for
    everyone in the
    family
    A Club Med Snow
    Resort holiday is
    excellent value for
    money

  • All the special touches make it a holiday to remember!

    Yesterday was Georgia’s birthday and the team at Club Med couldn’t have been more amazing! The Passworld manager went out of her way to let everyone at the teen club know and they all sang Happy Birthday.
    Our chalet team organised the most amazing birthday cake for afternoon tea (complete with party hats and candles) and then later that night, the restaurant team brought a cake with candles to our table after dinner. About 12 of the restaurant staff came over to our table all clapping and singing!
    I’m sure this birthday will be one she will remember for a long time to come. Thanks Club Med Valmorel – you think of everything!

    Would you recommend
    Club Med Snow
    Resorts to other
    families?
    How would you rate
    the staff and
    service at Club Med?
    How would you rate
    Club Med Snow
    Resorts compared to
    other snow resorts
    you have
    experienced?
    A Club Med Snow
    Resort holiday has
    something for
    everyone in the
    family
    A Club Med Snow
    Resort holiday is
    excellent value for
    money

  • Always something to do at Club Med Valmorel.

    So when we come in after a day of skiing, I want to flop on the couch or watch one of the on-demand movies. The kids still have energy to burn so they are simply able to step outside our door to continue their fun in the snow. EASY!
    I get to sit back and relax, they get their fill of the snow and then they can come straight back in and jump into a big warm bath or shower.

    Would you recommend
    Club Med Snow
    Resorts to other
    families?
    How would you rate
    the staff and
    service at Club Med?
    How would you rate
    Club Med Snow
    Resorts compared to
    other snow resorts
    you have
    experienced?
    A Club Med Snow
    Resort holiday has
    something for
    everyone in the
    family
    A Club Med Snow
    Resort holiday is
    excellent value for
    money

  • Afternoon Tea every day is such a treat.

    It’s very lucky we’ve been skiing every day as when you come in all cold and a little peckish there is always a very special treat waiting for us. Each day is different but these little beauties were amazing.
    The staff looking after our chalet come in before we get home and lay the table, put on the kettle (or open the champagne) so that we walk in to an absolute treat.
    SPOILT? Yes we are! My afternoon coffee back home will never feel the same again ;)

    Would you recommend
    Club Med Snow
    Resorts to other
    families?
    How would you rate
    the staff and
    service at Club Med?
    How would you rate
    Club Med Snow
    Resorts compared to
    other snow resorts
    you have
    experienced?
    A Club Med Snow
    Resort holiday has
    something for
    everyone in the
    family
    A Club Med Snow
    Resort holiday is
    excellent value for
    money

  • The 'Winter Room' - just one of the beautiful dining rooms

    Every time you come in for breakfast, lunch or dinner, you are ushered to one of the dining rooms. We’ve been in almost all of the dining rooms which all come off the central buffet area but this one is my favourite!
    It’s called the Winter Room and can you see why? Beautiful Wintery colours and the most amazing ‘chandelier’ you’ve ever seen.
    During meals, Club Med staff are always on hand to tidy your tables as you go, offer a glass of wine or a coffee and generally ensure that you have everything you need.
    The resort is so well staffed, you really never wait for anything. They also understand what it’s like to eat with children so offer you the option for the kids to either sit with you during meals or to stay with whichever club they belong to.
    The older kids 10+ are welcomed into the main dining rooms for serve yourself buffet whilst the younger children all have dedicated restaurants depending on their age.
    It is such peace of mind for all parents as it’s all been so thoughtfully organised.

    Would you recommend
    Club Med Snow
    Resorts to other
    families?
    How would you rate
    the staff and
    service at Club Med?
    How would you rate
    Club Med Snow
    Resorts compared to
    other snow resorts
    you have
    experienced?
    A Club Med Snow
    Resort holiday has
    something for
    everyone in the
    family
    A Club Med Snow
    Resort holiday is
    excellent value for
    money

  • Ski lessons graded according to level

    One of the things I loved about the lessons at Club Med Valmorel is that the ski instructors take a lot of time to ensure that everyone is in the right level lesson. This means that everyone gets just what they need out of the lessons.
    The assessments continue throughout the week too so that if your kids progress faster than the group (or need a little more help), they’ll adjust their group accordingly.
    Their objective is to have everyone LOVING skiing which means that everyone is happy! Love it!

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    A Club Med Snow
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    A Club Med Snow
    Resort holiday is
    excellent value for
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  • Transfer from Geneva - easy, luxury, friendly

    Getting to Club Med Valmorel is easy. If you’re flying in and want to go straight to Club Med, there is a Club Med transfer desk right at the airport. They know what flight you are on and grab your luggage and you’re on your way.
    We actually had a night in Geneva before we headed to Club Med, so we were collected from our hotel with the same friendly Club Med service we always get. I know BMWs are fairly standard in Europe but it was still a lovely bit of luxury for us.

    Would you recommend
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    A Club Med Snow
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    family
    A Club Med Snow
    Resort holiday is
    excellent value for
    money

  • Ski Hire made just so simple and easy - with a smile!

    If you’ve ever skied before and you don’t own your own ski gear, you’ll know that getting all the hire gear at the start of your trip and then returning it at the end can be a pain.
    Club Med have taken all that pain away – the team send you a booking form before you arrive for you to complete for the whole family so that all the gear is already organised for you before you arrive. All that’s left after that is for you to try on your boots and then once you’re happy, somebody like Alexis (he’s been a huge help this week with our gear) fill do the final adjustments.
    The team then transfer all your gear into your pre-arranged lockers and give you the swipe card so that you can access your gear anytime you need it. The lockers are all fully equipped with drying racks, a heating and cooling fan to ensure everything is dry for the next time you need it.
    Such a great 5 start service.

    Would you recommend
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    families?
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    the staff and
    service at Club Med?
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    Club Med Snow
    Resorts compared to
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    you have
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    A Club Med Snow
    Resort holiday has
    something for
    everyone in the
    family
    A Club Med Snow
    Resort holiday is
    excellent value for
    money

  • Fresh fruit everyday all day

    I love that I can always find beautiful fresh fruit – for us and the kids (it makes me feel better about the pastries and hot chocolate hee hee)

    Would you recommend
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    families?
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    A Club Med Snow
    Resort holiday has
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    everyone in the
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    A Club Med Snow
    Resort holiday is
    excellent value for
    money

  • Mont Do'or - the most delicious cheese hot box!

    In my last review, I raved about the food! I thought I’d share a few photos just to give you a glimpse (diet starts when we’re back in Aus)!!

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    families?
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    the staff and
    service at Club Med?
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    Club Med Snow
    Resorts compared to
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    you have
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    A Club Med Snow
    Resort holiday has
    something for
    everyone in the
    family
    A Club Med Snow
    Resort holiday is
    excellent value for
    money

  • You won't need to worry about feeding the family for a second

    Often when we travel I find it tricky to feed the family to the point where everyone is happy. If we eat out for the kids, I feel I’m missing something exotic or delicious and if we go for a restaurant Charlie and I are keen to try, the kids may not agree!
    At Club Med they’ve got food covered 100% of the day and night for 100% of the guests.
    If you have very young children, there is a full food station with jar food, baby cereals, finger foods specially prepared and other meals perfectly suited to babes and toddlers.
    For everyone else there is a buffet which offers SO much variety that everyone can find exactly what they are looking for. And forget sludgy food being kept warm … Club Med has chefs everywhere cooking to order.
    The salad bars are massive with everything fresh every day and include loads of fresh fruit too. Each day there are different specialities on offer and for something special, you can book into the French speciality restaurant for a cheese fondue or another amazing meal which is a rich Brie cheese baked in the oven and served in its own little wooden box. I could go on all day about the food because it does go all day – anytime you need something it’s there. From a freshly sizzled sausage when you come off the slopes, to a chocolate tart with hot chocolate at the end of the skiing day to beautiful cheese, bread and nibbles with a drink before dinner, it’s all included in your package so there is never a moment where you need to think about how much you’re spending!
    I can’t tell you how refreshing it is to have a holiday where I don’t always need to be thinking about ‘what’s for lunch, what’s for dinner’ etc.
    Thanks SO much Club Med – you’ve converted us to your way of holidaying with the family and we’re loving every second!!

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    A Club Med Snow
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    A Club Med Snow
    Resort holiday is
    excellent value for
    money

  • Review from Georgia, age 12

    I am staying at Club Med Valmorel Snow Resort with my Mum, Dad and sister and I think I’m living in luxury! Club Med Valmorel resort is amazing and all the staff working here are so nice!
    The ski instructor is the best and makes all the lessons fun and the kids are from all over the World which is so much fun.
    The Passworld Teenage Club (11 – 17) is super fun and has so much to do and so many different activities.
    Don’t even get me started on how nice our chalet is. We can see the main resort, a ski run and the best scenery in the morning!! I have so many photos on my phone to show everyone when I get home.

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Article Buon Appetito! A Busy Mum’s Guide To Memorable, Simple Summer Entertaining

Buon Appetito! A Busy Mum’s Guide To Memorable, Simple Summer Entertaining

I fondly remember slow, summer afternoons with family and friends gathered around a table of delicious finger-food during my childhood – the adults chatting and laughing, the kids pretending they understood the jokes. My parents had continued their Mediterranean traditions long after settling in Australia – and the simple joy of an effortlessly elegant gathering was one of my favourites.

What I don’t remember is my parents ever being stressed about the gatherings. It all just seemed to ‘come together’. Ah, how times have changed!

There’s something about the Italian style of entertaining that’s still so alluring in our fast-paced family lives. The idea of La Dolce Vita: a sweet life surrounded by family, friends, food and minimal fuss. Which is why we’ve enlisted the help of the entertaining experts at Sandhurst to share easy tips for elegant, memorable summer get-togethers.

We also asked our community of mums to share their tried and true, easy summer entertaining ideas, and we can’t wait to share them with you!

Euro-Inspired Entertaining

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Before we dive into the delicious world of sumptuous, simple summer entertaining, it helps to know a little about the inspiration behind our guide. And that’s the concept of Italian entertaining – where time is taken to lovingly grow ingredients, before enjoying them with those you love.

Established in 1988, Sandhurst was born from the time-honoured traditions of generations of the family behind the brand – a proud Italian Australian family passionate about quality produce sourced from world’s best growers.

At the helm of Sandhurst are brothers Mimmo and Ray Lubrano, who live and breathe the impeccable ingredients that become the centrepiece of so many gatherings in Australian family homes.

“Tradition is what we stand for. We’re custodians of Italian values,” explained Mimmo. “When we go to Italy we see it in our grandparents, our parents came from Italy in the 50s. The tradition is a set of values: honesty, teamwork, participation, family – all the things you would associate with Italian family are the values.”

And it’s these beautiful values that make summer gatherings in Australia an extension of the European table.

Easy Summer Entertaining Starts With … Time Saving Secrets!

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A sweet summer of entertaining doesn’t need to be stressful. In fact, it shouldn’t be. It’s a chance to spend time with loved ones. To press pause on life and make memories. And it can be simple! So here are some really easy tips for making your home the place where everyone wants to gather this summer.

Create An Entertaining Kit

Whether it’s pre-planned or you’ve had friends or family drop-in, having a few things ready to go immediately melts away any stress. Here are some things to include in a summer entertaining kit:

  • A red table cloth: It instantly says festive!
  • Some platters and serving dishes
  • Candles
  • Some quality antipasto ingredients that simply need to be decanted and enjoyed!

Many Hands Make Light Work

As mums, we tend to be our own worst enemy when it comes to delegating tasks. But remember, a summer of entertaining is about creating memories – not perfection. So let the kids help, and accept offers from your guests who’d like to bring something along to share.

“It can be overwhelming, so just delegate, and prepare. I do one dish prep per day and pop them in the freezer. Then they just need to be heated up. Let the kids do the decorating for you – plus keeps them busy!” – MoM Member Kirsty

Decorate With Happiness

There’s no need to pull out your finest crystal to pull off an elegant get together. Take a look around your home and garden to see what will bring your table to life. A bowl of lemons is a gorgeous addition, as is a bunch of gum leaves. Keep it simple and understated.

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Finger Food For The Win

Nothing says simple summer elegance more than a charcuterie board (or three!). When my friends and our families get together, it’s our go-to – every family is asked to ‘bring a board’. Some do savoury and some sweet, so we’re covered for a long afternoon of catching up.

“Food wise, I keep it simple by doing cold deli meats, cheeses, fresh fruits and veggies.” – MoM Member

But just because boards are easy to put together, doesn’t mean they can’t ooze elegance. And that comes down to including quality ingredients. Choosing Sandhurst products is the easiest way to guarantee the highest quality ends up on your table. We love the premise behind the brand: from our family to yours – it invokes that nostalgic feeling of shared stories, history, gatherings and family.

How To Put Together A Charcuterie Board 

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There are no right or wrong ways to create a charcuterie board, but to ensure a balance of textures and flavours try to include:

La Dolce Vita!

A summer of sophisticated entertaining doesn’t have to be hours and hours of work. We don’t want it to be! By grabbing some beautiful ingredients to fill your pantry next time you’re shopping, you’ll know that at a moment’s notice you’ll have everything you need for a Euro-inspired gathering. No fuss, but plenty of substance and style!

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Ready to host your own summer gathering? Choose Sandhurst’s quality produce and look for the red lid.

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  • Looked so good I couldn’t wait – Dove in off the end of my bread baton and swirled around in a couple of cheesy dips only to finish up at the Sandhurst stackers and sun-dried olives, who needs a Holiday when there is one in the kitchen, I can take any day.

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  • I have been buying Sandhurst Kalamata Olives, Sandhurst Semi-Dried Tomatoes, Sandhurst Baby Capers, Sandhurst Sicilian Green Olives for years as our kitchen staple adding that extra flavours to our dishes. I buy Sandhurst products for Gift Baskets as presents for family and friends and they love this idea as I add a chopping board and a knife and crackers and cheese for a celebration of flavours.

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  • Great ideas for entertaining guests and love that brand I buy it all the time

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  • i buy this for family they love the brand and the taste of sandhurst and the different flavors and range to choose from and i find it great value for money, i re-use the jars when im done with for small items in the house.

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  • I have been a purchaser of Sandhurst goods ever since they first appeared on supermarket shelves and still buy it to this day. The Sandhurst brand is the best without a doubt. This year I have not been able to find the Sandhurst cheese stuffed baby capsicums anywhere. I have tried to get on the Sandhurst site, but no luck with what they make. Help – these are such a wonderful addition to a salad.

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  • Fantastic Article

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  • I Love a good charcuterie board. I Love all the different options all on the one board. I love to do a chocolate board when we have guests over, it’s a fun way to do dessert after dinner. The kids love seeing everything layed out so they can pick and choose.

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  • This is great for the grandchildren they love them as they use them as finger food and make up their own meal and use plenty of ingredients including meat and cheese on the dips and crackers. We keep it simple with the Sandhurst’s products as it is a meal in every jar and the kids love them.

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  • This looks like the perfect relaxed way to have a picnic! I am loving the idea of this! Just bring along lots of fillings and plenty of cheeses and breads and of course a little alcohol and you’re all set. This sounds like the perfect way to catch up with friends!

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  • I hate being taken to a third party page to enter comps.

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  • Certainly most welcome for summer, and would be wonderful for the festive season. I can see this platter on the table Christmas Eve, when we get together with our neighbours.

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  • Love the look of the olive on creamy fetta

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  • This is timely and helpful, thanks – I aspire to entertain more and tips to make it less stressful are very welcome.

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  • Charcuterie boards are the absolute best! We do these so often in the warmer months because there’s something for the whole family. People pick and choose what they like and there’s no complaints because there’s so many different options to choose from, everyone is happy. It’s such a simple stressful way to make dinner.

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  • I absolutely adore finger food and this style of feeding people when we have family and friends at our home; or when we go out for a picnic, bbq or get together. These types of food are so easy to source and to buy and to prepare and to happily eat.

    • Yes I agree, finger foods are easy and yummie ! And you can assemble a healthy enough plate (certainly when you add salads, cheeses, nuts, fruits, boiled eggs, olives and rustic breads) that it can certainly can replace a meal (either lunch or dinner). Everyone happy and no hours of preparation in the kitchen :)

      • Also; the other bonus is less mess to clean up when cutlery is not needed. Finger food is the best for laid back and relaxed get togethers. There is always such a clam and relaxed feel to a finger food meal without the need for any fancy and stuffy table settings.

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  • The simplest way to entertain.

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  • I love the looks of different finger foods. I don’t think it is hard to put something together and I had many afternoons hanging out with many mums and all the children at the Cul the sac we then lived. At times I had 8 mums coming with over 40 kids. Many sweet memories indeed

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  • Love the visuals of the chatcuterie board

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  • Looking forward to summer catch ups! Its always the best time to just chill

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  • I love the go to guide for how to arrange a board! Mine never look aesthetic so I am going to try this!

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