In the resort, the day isn’t over just because the slopes have closed! Late in the afternoon, the options for family après-ski are plentiful — whether you are the diehard who wants to stay outside come what may, or in cocoon mode by the fireplace, you’ll always find something that suits you.
The kids’ après-ski
Children have this gift of seemingly endless energy…
After a full day of skiing, let’s be honest — we’re not unhappy to drop those heavy boots and quietly unwind. But for the children, losing a single minute is out of the question! Once their gear is dropped at the ski room, they head straight back out to keep enjoying the snow. Whether sledging on the dedicated area, on an ice rink trying their best triple loop, or simply in front of the chalet challenging each other to snowball fights, the joys this setting brings them are endless and wholesome at the same time.
But once night falls — cheeks as pink as the soaked trousers — it is, all the same, time to head home, faces lit up by radiant smiles, so happy they are. At least once tucked in, it’s a fair bet they won’t take long to drift off to sleep.
The indulgent family après-ski
Sport, altitude, fresh air and cold form the perfect cocktail to whet the appetite. So, back from the slopes, the afternoon snack is a cherished moment of indulgence, savoured with delight as a family après-ski. Crêpes, waffles, cakes and even — why not — chocolate fondue are not just for the kids… Sharing them brings the tribe back together after the summits, a moment to debrief the day on the slopes, to share and connect.
Family après-ski on the wellbeing side
After putting your feet or legs through it trying to keep up with your partner or your teenagers on the slopes, it’s time to pamper yourself — let’s not forget, it’s the holidays and we’re here to take care of ourselves!
To avoid the aches, start with a stretching session on returning. You can then head to the spa and treat yourself to the sauna / jacuzzi combo. The sauna’s heat will open the pores, and the jacuzzi will heighten the wellbeing by rehydrating the skin. Absolute relaxation guaranteed! And to take the benefits even further, why not enjoy a small yoga session?
Family après-ski in cocoon mode
We so love this warm atmosphere — so emblematic of mountain holidays in winter — that we’d almost wish for bad weather to enjoy it even more… The Nordic concept of « Hygge » — do you know it? It’s the art of valuing what brings wellbeing and comfort, the small simple pleasures of life.
Playing a card game, savouring a good book or simply watching the snowflakes gently fall, wrapped in a cosy blanket by the fireplace — that’s Hygge, mountain edition. And the chalet décor and setting lend themselves to it perfectly! So yes, we’re indulging the cliché, but it’s the holidays — so why not disconnect and let yourself be carried?
What are you planning for your next family ski holidays?
At Pointe de Sel, the family après-ski is sacred! Home-baked snacks made by our chefs await you at the chalet on your return from the great outdoors. Most of our family chalets in Savoie include relaxation areas at your disposal. We also offer sledges, board games suited to the age of the children, films and cartoons to round off your evenings.
Discover the best family après-ski during our exceptional winter stays.
The benefits of a luxury chalet stay
Renting a luxury chalet is an excellent choice for those looking to live a dream family holiday — with exceptional amenities, an ideal location and the flexibility of a bespoke service. The family après-ski moments are unforgettable in particular.
Pointe de Sel’s mission is to give you unforgettable holidays in your luxury chalet in Savoie, in one of the most beautiful Alpine resorts. Our chalets sit at high altitude to maximise the chances of snow cover for your winter holidays. In La Plagne and Les Arcs in the Paradiski area, or in Méribel and Courchevel in Les Trois Vallées, you benefit from the finest conditions for your family ski holidays.
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