Summer in Saint-Gervais...

Anyone still pondering the where and when for their summer holiday should look no further than Lagrange Holidays, as we are offering 5% off self-catering apartments in Saint-Gervais until the end of April. So, if you are need of a breath of fresh, mountain air, why not explore this beautiful Haute-Savoie resort instead of spending yet another holiday jostling for space on the sun loungers? Need more persausion? OK then....

We have two residences in Saint-Gervais, the Prestige standard Les Fermes de Saint-Gervais and the Confort + residence Les Arolles, so there really is something to suit all budgets and tastes as the super generous 5% discount applies to BOTH, yes both, properties! I know, I know, we are just too good to you...

Saint-Gervais is the ideal location for anyone hoping to explore the picturesque towns and villages of the Mont Blanc region, as the town is nestled halfway between Chamonix and Megève making it the perfect base for a week discovering hidden gems, as well as these tourist hot spots. Plus, the area offers moutain walks and the impressive views of the Mont Blanc a sure to inspire even the most fair-weather walkers to pull on their hiking boots and take to the hills! And, for those of you who prefer rest and relaxation to rambling and roaming, this 19th century spa town is famous for it's thermal spas so you can make time to a little 'me time'... So, if you fancy an Alpine retreat this summer, why not check out our website for more details plus prices and availability?

Sun, Ski and Savings in Serre Chevalier....

Anyone hoping to snap up a last minute bargain and really make the most of the final six weeks of the ski season should point their eyes and ears in Lagrange's direction, as we are offering a super generous 20% off all two bedroom apartments sleeping 6 people in our Lagrange Prestige residence 'Le Hameau du Rocher Blanc' in Serre Chevalier. This purse-friendly discount is on top off our existing 10% price cut, so that means you can afford to splash out on a vin chaud or two after a hard day on the slopes...

This season, Serre Chevalier has had one of the best snowfalls seen in the French Alps, something that looks set to continue until the end of April. With beautiful tree skiing opportunities on sun-drenched slopes, as well as hot spring spas (for those who prefer a massge to a snowplough) in the village of Les Bains, Serre Chevalier boasts skiing to rival the big name resorts without the crowds of tourists jostling for elbow room on the ski lifts.

The extra discount (think of it as a little end-of-season gift from Lagrange to you) is in place for bookings until April 16th, so you had better hurry if these prices sound too tempting to miss...
19/03 - 26/03: £692
26/03 - 09/04: £577
09/04 - 16/04: £764*

So, if you want to hit the slopes one last time before the season comes to an end, check out www.lagrange-holidays.co.uk for more details. Or, for those of you who prefer the more human touch, call our office on 020 7371 6111 and speak to our fabulous Sales and Reservations team!

*Prices based on accommodation-only rates and include existing 10% price cut.

Let The Train Take The Strain This Winter...

This winter, why not forgo the airport chaos, busy roads and general lack of decorum that accompanies travel by air and sea and let the train take the strain off your journey to the Alps. Here at Lagrange, we not only like to travel in style but we also like to try and keep our messy carbon footprint to a minimum, so what better way to combine the two than winding your way through France to the mountains? A chance to appreciate the French countryside after breezing through a 30 minute check-in on the Eurostar versus being elbow to elbow with strangers in what can only be described as an airborne bus? Erm, we think we'll take the former please.

And, if the idea of travelling in style wasn't enough to tempt you to swap your boarding pass for your railcard then you may be very interested to hear that Lagrange are now offering fixed rate train tickets between London and Bourg-St-Maurice, Mountiers and Chamonix throughout the season. With civilised departure and arrival times, as well the chance to stretch your legs between the Eurostar and the TGV in Paris, travelling to the Alps by train may take a little longer than flying but is far more relaxing.

Ticket prices start from just £120 for a child return and £150 for an adult return between London and Bourg-St-Maurice, which is frankly scandalous. However, if you feel like you need a teeny bit more convincing, don't just take our word for it. Instead, why not check out this article by Neil English, as he recounts his recent journey to the Alps by train. Oh, and he also stayed in some of our fabulous apartments in Plagne 1800. But, like we said, don't just take our word for it...

http://www.dailymail.co.uk/travel/article-1335906/Skiing-holidays-train-The-Snow-Express-rails.html

For more information on train packages and accommodation, why not call 020 7371 6111 and see if we can't sweet talk you out of the Ryan Air check-in queue and into the Eurostar buffet car?

Dear Santa, This Year I Would Like...

....25% off Christmas ski breaks and 20% off New Year getaways? Little Timmy, your wish is Lagrange's command!

With Christmas and the recession lurking round the corner (although probably not the same corner, as that could get quite crowded. We hear the recession needs lots of elbow room.), squeezing in a festive ski holiday and making sure there's more than a satsuma in everyone's stocking can seem like a real mission pas possible. Christmas wishlist versus crisp white slopes - tough decision, eh? No, not really. Here at Lagrange, we like to make sure you really can have your cake and eat it. Or, in this case, your holiday and your pressies. Ker-ching! Yes, until the end of next week (December 4th) we are offering discounts on Christmas and New Year bookings that even Scrooge himself would consider very generous indeed....

25% off Christmas week (December 18th - 26th):

• Champagny-en-Vanoise, 'Les Alpages de Champagny': 2 bedroom apartments sleeping up to 6 people
• Plagne 1800, 'Les Chalets d' Edelweiss': 1 bedroom apartments sleeping 4 people, 2 bedroom apartments sleeping 6 people and 2 bedroom alcove apartments sleeping 7/8 people
• Agrentiere, 'Le Cristal d' Argentiere': 1 bedroom alcove apartments sleeping 5 people
• Les Coches, 'Les Chalets de Wengen': 1 bedroom apartments sleeping 4 people, 1 bedroom alcove apartments sleeping 6 people and 2 bedroom apartments sleeping 6 people
• Plagne Aspen, 'Residence Aspen': 1 bedroom sleeping 4 people, 2 bedroom apartments sleeping 5/6 and 2 bedroom apartments sleeping 7 people.
• Serre Chevalier, Le Hameau du Rocher Blanc': 1 bedroom apartment sleeping 4 people, 2 bedroom apartment sleeping 6 people
• Brides-les-Bains, 'Residence Cybele': studio sleeping 4 people
• La Toussuire, 'L' Ecrin des Sybelles': 1 bedroom apartments sleeping 4 people, 1 bedroom alcove apartments sleeping 6 people
• Valloire, 'Les Chalets du Galibier': 1 bedroom apartments sleeping 4 people, 1 bedroom alcove apartments sleeping 5/6 people and 1 bedroom split-level alcove apartments sleeping 6 people.

20% off New Year week (December 26th - January 2nd):

• Champagny-en-Vanoise, 'Les Alpages de Champagny': 2 bedroom apartments sleeping 6 people.
• Les Coches, 'Les Chalets de Wengen': 1 bedroom apartments sleeping 4 people, 1 bedroom alcove apartments sleeping 6 people and 2 bedroom sleeping 6 people.
• Plagne Aspen, 'Residence Aspen': 1 bedroom apartments sleeping 4 people, 2 bedroom apartments sleeping 5/6 people and 2 beroom apartments sleeping 7 people.
• Brides-les-Bains, 'Residence Cybele': studios sleeping 4 people.
• La Toussuire, 'L' Ecrin des Sybelles': 1 bedroom apartments 4 people and 1 bedroom alcove apartments sleeping 6 people.
• Valloire, 'Les Chalets du Galibier': 1 bedroom apartments sleeping 4 people, 1 bedroom alcove apartments sleeping 5/6 people and 1 bedroom split-level alcove apartments sleeping 6 people.

So there you have it, smashing ski offers for Christmas and New Year in resorts big and small throughout the French Alps. If this tickles your fancy, why not have a sneaky peek at www.lagrange-holidays.co.uk for more ideas and inspiration...?