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  • Snow forecast Morzine Avoriaz: 31/01/2009

    January 31st, 2009 by Jon in Morzine

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    Well after blue skies and very cold temps for the last few weeks it looks like we are in for a dusting of new snow for the New Year. HAPPY NEW YEAR!!!!

    Snow on the way for New Year

  • Avoriaz to get a facelift

    January 9th, 2009 by Jon in Morzine

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    I have just read this on the internet, courtesy of www.aboutproperty.co.uk. It looks like Morzine Avoriaz is about to get even better….

    Avoriaz is undertaking massive regeneration with the construction of two new districts.

    Pierre & Vacances Group is undertaking the massive regeneration of the Alpine ski resort, giving investors the chance to purchase new-build property in the resort for the first time in 40 years.

    Two entire districts will be built, and 460 ski-in ski-out apartments created, designed to meet the current shortfall of quality accommodation in the resort, which attracts large numbers of visitors each year. Avoriaz is the closest ski resort to Geneva and is completely south-facing, allowing unrivalled sunset views over the Morzine valley.

    The new residences will be built in two new districts of Avoriaz: Amara, at the entrance of the resort, and Crozats, at the top. A wide range of properties will be constructed to cater to different types of investor, including Avoriaz’s first luxury accommodation under the MGM brand.

    The rejuvenation of Avoriaz will be complemented by the construction of a new water fun centre, known as the ‘Aquariaz’. Nick Leach, head of business development for the Pierre & Vacances Group, said: “P&V created the ski station at Avoriaz in 1967 and has been managing investment property in the resort for individuals and institutions ever since.

    “Now 40 years later, these new-build developments herald the start of a new era of luxury mountain living with modern alpine interiors, larger living spaces and spa facilities. Much of the infrastructure and facilities at the resort are also being upgraded, with the aim of cementing Avoriaz’s place as a premier year-round destination.”  The Amara project is scheduled for delivery in 2011.
    Courtesy of www.aboutproperty.co.uk

    Exciting stuff for Morzine Avoriaz we reckon….Bring it on!

  • Xmas Eve in the Valley de la Manche

    December 28th, 2008 by Jon in Morzine

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    Happy Christmas to everyone reading this.

    Christmas Eve saw blue skies and busy pistes so Chris and Linz ( the guys from The Loft ) and I decided to avoid the crowds and head off to the Valley de la Manche for the first time this season.

    The cold weather had kept the snow in pretty good condition, although the amount of early snow meant there were slips and slides all over the valley.

    A run down the middle brought us to a windlip and resulted in us throwing ourselves off it. Here are a couple of pics…

    moremountain Valley de la Manche

    At the top!

    Valley de la Manche More Mountain

    Chris doing his flying Santa impression.

    Valley de la manche More Mountain

    Linz mid spin.

    Finally, the parting shot on the way home…

    Valley de la Manche More Mountain

    HAPPY NEW YEAR EVERYONE.

    Jon

  • Snow forecast Morzine Avoriaz: 10/12/2008

    December 10th, 2008 by Jon in Morzine

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    Here are the snow conditions here in Morzine and Avoriaz.. EPIC!!!

    I have not seen so much snow fall in Morzine in such a short period of time.

    Snow Forecast Morzine Avoriaz

    Loads more snow is on the way with temps remaining very cold. Anyone that is coming out for a pre Xmas slide is in for a really good time.

    Here’s a pic of the new rainbow rail in The Stash. It really is that big!!!

    New Rail in The Stash Avoriaz

    I am off for a slide in waist deep powder!

    Jon

  • Snow forecast Morzine Avoriaz: 30/11/2008

    November 30th, 2008 by Jon in Morzine

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    Well there has been dustings of new snow most evenings and the temperatures have been very cold. Snow cannons have been firing each night.

    Still snow in Morzine village, and the lower Pleney slopes are still white. More snow is due to arrive throughout the coming week and temperatures will remain cold.

    We had a day’s riding up in Avoriaz on Saturday and things are looking really good for an early opening next weekend, very good bases on all pistes and a good covering off piste but the larger rocks are still poking up to wreck new boards!!

    Weather Forecast Morzine Avoriaz

    Gratuitous photo time, taken whilst hiking the Arare the other week…

    Blue Skies and Fresh Tracks in Avoriaz