The Luxury Travel Operator Opens Its Famous Ski Resort to Summer Visitors
Club Med Val d’Isère, France, the brand’s first Exclusive Collection mountain resort, is now open to summer visitors. With breathtaking views and luxurious accommodations, it’s the perfect destination for those seeking both adventure and relaxation.
For someone like me, who has always been afraid of heights, paragliding was never on my travel bucket list. But here I am, about to take flight from an altitude of 2,500 meters above sea level. Panic sets in as the reality of the situation sinks in – what have I gotten myself into? But moments later, I’m soaring through the sky, alternating between terror and freedom.
After a thrilling 20-minute ride, I touch down in the valley below. Overwhelmed with emotion, I drop to my knees and run my fingers through the grass. I have conquered my fear, and this experience in the French Alps will forever be etched in my memory.
As a first-time visitor to the Alps and a non-skier, I had little idea of what to expect during the summer months. I imagined people skiing down snowy slopes by day and enjoying après-ski nightlife by night. But what about the summer? Is it time to do away with the term “off-season” and embrace the potential of summer mountain vacations?
Club Med certainly thinks so, as it opens its luxurious resort in Val d’Isère to summer visitors. I check in to the five-star Club Med Val d’Isère, the brand’s first Exclusive Collection mountain resort. The resort offers a variety of dining options, including a buffet-style restaurant with a bakery section, fishmonger’s stall, Italian deli, and cheese cellar. The abundance of choices is overwhelming.
After indulging at the buffet, my travel companions and I gather around a fire pit on the hotel terrace. We enjoy a nightcap under the stars before retiring for the night.
Activities and Amenities at Club Med Val d’Isère
Guests of the resort can enjoy a selection of spa treatments at an additional cost, including facials, massages, and tailored treatment packages. The resort also offers a range of activities, such as hiking, biking, rock climbing, and electric mountain biking. For those looking to relax, there are yoga classes in the garden and an outdoor jacuzzi.
On day three, I decide to try some of the included activities and venture outside. I choose electric mountain biking over via ferrata climbing, a steep rocky climb with metal rungs and safety wires. As we journey along the mountain trail, the scenery is breathtaking. I can’t believe this place is considered “off-season,” and I’m grateful for the opportunity to experience it in the summer.
I spend the rest of my time at Club Med Val d’Isère indulging in the delicious cuisine. From alpine barbeques to fresh seafood, the food options are a feast for the senses. On our final evening, we enjoy cocktails followed by a mouthwatering menu of French and Italian cuisine at the exclusive Les Millesimes restaurant.
This visit to the Alps has opened my eyes to the possibilities of a summer mountain trip. Blending luxury, outdoor activities, comfort, and fine dining, Club Med Val d’Isère offers a unique and unforgettable experience. Beach resorts may need to watch out – the competition has arrived.
How to Plan Your Visit to Club Med Val d’Isère
To reach Val d’Isère, visitors can fly directly from Dublin to Geneva or Lyon in just over two hours. From there, it’s approximately a three-hour drive to the mountain village.
Club Med is currently offering a summer 2024 sale with 15-20% off rooms at select resorts. A seven-night, all-inclusive stay at Club Med Val d’Isère starts from €1,568 per person based on a departure date of June 29, 2024.
Experience the beauty and adventure of the French Alps at Club Med Val d’Isère.
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