| La Forge
13/02/2013 | We had an absolutely amazing ski trip at la vielle forge, once again! Everything was perfect, good food, good hosts, good snow, couldn't have been better! :-) Joe |
Eco Jardn
12/2/2013 | We enjoyed our stay very much it was a lovely apartment to stay in and so close to the ski lifts but in a quiet village was great, it makes a change to stay in a place that is actually like it looks in the photos, there is no feedback i can give to make it better, it was spot on, we will definitely be back again either end of this year or same time next year and will reccomended to friends/family going that way. Hope you have a good rest of ski season David |
| La Forge
3/2/2013 | Thanks for the other week, the staff where fantastic, the accommodation and food was first class for what I was after. Do you have any availability…. I am looking at coming out again as a family holiday for those dates!!! Simon |
| Eco Farm
22/1/2013 | Hi Gaby – thanks so much for being accommodating to our constantly changing travel schedule! We had an amazing time in the end, and I think due to probably only a few hours sleep and really packing it in, it felt like we were away for a week! The food was lovely, Matt and Aaron were fantastic hosts and we were all super impressed with the chalet. Hopefully we will be able to get back out there again! We will also pass on your details to recommend you to friends and colleagues if that’s ok. Julia |
| La Forge
15/1/2013 | Hi Gaby, Just a quick note to ask you to pass on our thanks to the wonderful chalet staff at La Forge. We could not have asked for a more engaging trio than Mercedes, McLean (Matt) and Kieran. Kieran's cooking was an absolute delight and our two girls are still talking about his wonderful apres ski goodies. Mercedes and Matt were relaxed, accommodating and wonderful company, we really felt as though nothing was too much for them. I would also like to mention Tom and Matt , who stood in on the chalet staff day off, as they continued the friendly and personable service. We would not hesitate to recommend your company and hope to return sometime in the future. Kind regards, Barbara |
| Eco Jardin
7/01/2013 | Hello Gaby, We very much enjoyed our stay at your Eco Lodge Jardin. The apartment was pretty and contained more or less all one could wish for in a holiday home. The hot tub was a positive plus and we all enjoyed this after a hard day’s skiing. The only negative comment we have is that there was nowhere to hang our damp towels. A hook or two in each bedroom would be useful, without taking away their charm. Tom and Matt were exceedingly helpful, especially with cleaning the oven and clearing the steps. Also when one of our party had a faulty plug converter and left us in darkness they were immediately on the case. Thanks for all your help and attention to detail. Emily |
| Eco Lodge
6/1/2013 | We had a lovely time at the chalet and particularly enjoyed the hot tub. The kitchen was really well equipped which was great for a keen cook - I did bring some foil baking trays etc just in case but didn't end up needing them. The welcome wine etc was also greatly appreciated. We of course love Les Houches as it's our old home and the skiing is great for beginners/first forays off piste/snowy days. I thought the location of the chalet was brilliant as it's quite rare staying somewhere in the Chamonix valley that is walking distance to a lift…. Tommy |
| Eco Farm
4/01/2013 | We all thoroughly enjoyed everything!! The chalet is beautiful, perfect for the 11 people we had. It was pretty special for us considering we normally have warm christmas' in Australia! The supermarket, bars, patisserie and some really nice restaurants are all so easy to access which was the main the for us, as well as the bus line into Chamonix, and of course the ski lift. Even on the nights when we stayed out until the early hours of the morning, there was always a relatively easy way of getting back to the chalet. This was what had us most pleasantly surprised. We particularly appreciated you helping us out on Christmas Day to get to the mountain restaurant (which was unbelievable when we finally got there). Yourself, Tim, Matt and Tom were all super helpful and were always around when we needed. Some of the boys even said they saw them on the slopes and helped them which is nice! The sauna and jacuzzi were amazing and were the perfect way to finish each evening before dinner after a long ski on the slopes. The kitchen is extremely well equipped too with a lot of glasses and plates which was important for our large group, not that we did much cooking. All in all everything went perfectly, and we also appreciate you helping us out with the return leg back to the airport which was very generous! Thanks again for an amazing holiday! Don't be surprised to see us again soon. Cheers Mathew |
| La Forge
21/12/2012 | Hi Gaby,
Just wanted to say that we had a fantastic time at chalet La Forge! The chalet staff were helpful, polite, friendly and also great fun (big pat on the back from us!) We particularly enjoyed the cheese stories and games. The chalet itself was immaculate and the food was superb, well done Keiran! It really didn't bother me but you should get the heater sorted in the single room I stayed in, it was just too hot! Better to warm than cold though! Have a good season and perhaps we'll be in touch in the future. Kind regards M B
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La Forge
10/1/2012 | Hi there Gaby, just coming back to you regarding our holiday! As party leader I was hoping that the maximum we would receive from our holiday was a decent chalet, good food, lovely ski hosts and some snow! Well how wrong was I !!!!! Alex and Matt greeting us at the airport where we already had an issue with a lost bag! (the start of many lost items over our trip) The guys were relaxed, calm and kind making us feel that nothing was too much trouble. Our ski shop experience was fabulous and the French team there were very helpful; we just kept pinching ourselves as we walked out into the streets of Chamonix and saw the massive amounts of snow. Why did we ever worry about the snow? One of the best moments of the holiday was our arrival at the chalet. Having spent so much time researching various chalet options we had settled on La Forge as it looked cosy and like home- Wow! What an amazing chalet - our expectations were exceeded in every way. Every room was beautiful and we loved all the little touches that you had thought about. Really really beautifl! The fire was lit and the candles were burning and Ian, Tom and Vanessa were so welcoming. As our holiday progressed we realised what a special team you have recruited. It is difficult to put into words just how prefessional, friendly, welcoming and lovely all of them were. Firstly Tom, we loved Tom - he was quiet, so efficient and helpful (we all wanted to bring him home) and we looked forward to his fabulous cheese talks every night. Then Vanessa, you are a star...you are an amazing chef!! Thank you so much for all your effort and fabulous food - this really made our holiday and we appreciated it so much. I know Carolyn was so impressed with your great flexibility and care around Rory's diet and agin this made her holiday so much easier. Ian, what can we say - we worship the ground you walk on. Nothing was a crisis, nothing was a problem - your level of excellenece regarding customer care was exemplary. Thank you so much for making our holiday perfect (you are a pretty good skier too!!!) Alex and Matt, we enjoyed being with you, you were such fun...Tim and Gaby congratulations in hiring possibly the best team in the World!!! We did get a bit confused with the ski school etc but this was very difficult to plan ahead for, fo so many reasons and we did get there in the end. The ski teachers, who all seemed to be called Alex were brilliant. Plus we did manage to ski (rather badly) to that fabulous little restaurant on the mountain (Les Vieilles Luges) on the last day for coffee and yes what a place. So Gaby and Tim, thank you for a fabulous holiday and yes we would love to come again!! ...Wishing you a brilliant ski season...warmest wishes Jilly. |
| La Forge 10/3/2011 | Hi Gaby,
I just wanted to drop you a line to say thanks to everyone at Huski for giving us a fantastic ski break.
I can't compliment everyone highly enough. Aaron is not just the most amazing chef, but a really nice guy, who was always had time for everyone and a smile on his face. Alex and Emma were fantastic hosts. Nothing was ever too much trouble and they were always bright and cheerful, and together with Aaron make a brilliant team. I should also mention Callum and Nathan, for their friendly chat, cheery outlook and brilliant chauffeuring skills.
It was amazing to have a ski holiday that is run by a team that have obviously had many years of experience and have taken the effort to make everything easy for the guests. Your attention to detail and the small touches you add are what make you stand out from the competition. The pick up, drop off and unloading of equipment, meaning there was minimal carrying of skis. The hearty breakfast, the homemade pastries, the delicious afternoon cakes and the incredible evening meal. A beautifully decorated and homely chalet. The relaxing hot tub and sauna. Fantastic staff.
You have taken time and effort to create a fantastic package and we will definately be back next year....I only wish it could be sooner.
We will also be recommending you to all of our friends, whether they ski or not!
thanks again,
Sam and Gill. |
Emma
ECO FARM 6/01/2011 | Hi Gaby We all had a FABULOUS time....thanks to you and your boys!! Nothing was too much trouble, from changing ill fitting ski boots to picking up ill children from the ski station! Nathan and Adam are a credit to you and your company and they helped make our holiday a truly memorable one. They made us laugh with their jokes. The day in Cormayer with Nathan was our very favourite day it was lovely that he felt comfortable in our company to help us on and off ski lifts and down the mountains! As well as walking up and down icy hills in his snow boots to collect the mini bus for us! We feel that we have made some new friends and can't wait to come back and see you all again soon! The restaurant recommendations were first class and the New Years Eve buffet was wonderful...and all at a moments notice:-) The chalet was beautiful and has everything anyone could ever wish for, having stayed on 3 occasions in Les Houches and the surrounding areas your chalet is the most luxurious we have had the pleasure to stay in! We can't wait to return and are looking at Christmas 2011………… |
Robert
La Forge
Dec 2010 | Hi Gabi Just to say many thanks for a delightful few days before Christmas. We both had a great time and the care that was lavished on us was exceptional. Aaron's food stands out as a highlight, but all the chalet staff were incredibly kind and attentive - nothing seemed to be too much trouble. Also, thanks for helping us when we got caught out by the flight disruption. I can highly recommend Huski and I hope we can return. |
Gywneth
ECO FARM 24/02/2011 | We have arrived safely home after a fantastic holiday with Huski. Thank you and your team. The whole experience was excellent from pre-holiday flexibility (we arrived Sat which allowed us to fly from Cardiff), help (Huski provided a travel cot and high chair for our youngest traveller) and information (Gaby answered our battery of questions with ease and patience.) The transfer from Geneva was short at under an hour: no wasting our holiday or fraying our nerves with hours on a bus, but Nathan waiting to collect us and drive us straight to Eco Farm. The chalet is really beautiful and has been renovated to a very high standard. It has history but also loads of modern comforts and generous space where we could all relax comfortably together in front of the log fire. All of the bedrooms are lovely. Huski's local knowledge was excellent and their help exemplary. Gaby booked lessons, obtained lift passes and arranged a snowshoeing trip for us almost instantly. They advised us where to hire equipment, and offered options on where to ski, eat and visit. Some of this might be usual from any holiday company but as a tiny example of Huski's attention to detail and inexhaustible willingness to help, in a pre-dinner moment of g&t crisis when we realised we were out of tonic water and the shops had closed, Tim and Gaby's son appeared within moments with emergency supplies. Trudi cooked for us and the food was fantastic. She, too, was a fount of local information and a great pleasure to have around. Whilst we were staying in Eco Farm there were rumours abroad about poor snow conditions as it had been ages since the last snowfall. The pistes around Les Houches were almost all fine, however, and there was plenty of snow for all our different abilities to enjoy. So a venue to bear in mind when others are unusable. This holiday was perhaps the ultimate experience of excellent value and Huski are to be congratulated on their delivery of it. We shall be looking for opportunities to come to Les Houches again. |
Susan
La Forge 14/02/2011 | We had a great time. Our room was spotless and very comfortable (although we would have loved a double duvet, we had two singles on a double bed). Bathroom and showers were all good and the facilities in the chalet were excellent. We’d definitely return, especially since we have the option of doing a half-week, which for us with a little one, is a perfect dose of skiing and time away. We loved the roaring fire, the yummy cake, the hot tub and the warm atmosphere created by the chalet staff. Special thanks to Aaron for wicked food every night. We were filled up with good calorie-boosting hearty fare which was just what the doctor ordered after a full-day on the piste. His scrambled eggs were the best I’ve ever tasted. Also thanks to Emma for keeping us organised, Nathan for his prompt pick-ups and drop-offs and, last but not least, Alex for his cheese speech. We’re waiting for the cheese pod-cast he promised us. He’s particularly good with historical dates. One thing I would say is that the red wine was very nice, as were the aperitifs before dinner, but only one person liked Chardonnay in our group. Another option, such as a sauvignon blanc or pinot grigio, would be good. Thanks again for such a good holiday. I’ll be recommending you to my friends and hope to return either later in the season, depending on the snow, or next season. |
Rachael
La Forge 19/01/2011 | Thank you for your email about my recent stay in Les Houches. I would highly recommend your chalet! I arrived feeling slightly nervous as this was my first trip abroad without my children and whilst i knew i was helping to celebrate my sisters 40th birthday i was only too aware that it has been over twenty years since i had been ski-ing! The welcome we got from all your staff was amazing and they literally had thought about everything. The chalet was beautiful and the staff amazing, nothing was too much trouble and everything from taking us to the pistes to remembering whose skis belong to who etc was carried out in an effortless manner. The food was gorgeous, in fact every home should have an Aaron! Nathan, Alex and Emma are staff you should be very proud of too. I would highly recommend yourselves. I have had such a good experience that i am sure i will be back. A huge thank you to you all for making our stay so wonderful. |
Charles
La Forge 21/01/2011 | Dear Alex, Aaron, Gaby and Tim Had a wonderful short week with you, from the first call and booking with Gaby, courteous, service and considerate reception from Alex, great imaginative food from Aaron, sound advice on from Tim It was relaxing, efficient hospitality and then top skiing with Alex dropping us off and picking us up ‘just perfect’ I have been to Cham many times, usually with everything arranged separately, ie hotel or chalet/ transport/ food/ meals out etc etc. You don’t add that up as a cost until the credit card statement comes in, your service feels expensive as a headline, I have just read my credit card statement there is hardly anything on there J Thank you |
David
La Forge 17/01/2011 | Hi Huski Team, Yes we had a fantastic time, we have skied as a group now for the last 5 years and without doubt your service and facilities are the best we have encountered. From the start of the booking everything has run perfectly, fantastic staff particularly Alex, Emma and Cookie they couldn’t do anymore for us. The chalet offered perfect facilities for us, lovely and warm, plenty of hot water, lots of space, great food and company. I particularly liked and appreciated the little touches, the nibbles and drinks before dinner, the cheese board and watching Alex explain each cheeses history, Cookie explaining his food, it was just great and you should be proud of all the staff they made the holiday. |
Kate
La Forge 28/1/2011 | We had a wonderful time, the staff couldn’t have been more charming, helpful and accommodating. The chalet was lovely, always very clean and we loved the hot tub and sauna. Food was brilliant, compliments to the chef. Staff were great in recommending where to go in the evening for drinks and food and we really enjoyed the bars they took us too and the restaurant was great too. They were also very helpful in recommending which ski areas to visit during the day, places to have lunch and generally answering any questions we had………. The only thing left to say is a great big thank you to all the staff they really helped make our ski trip a huge success!! |
Mark & Helen
La Forge 8/3/2011 | Hi All We have had a fantastic time with you all – thank you! A memorable 50th Birthday for Mark! Food absolutely delicious (thanks Aaron), chalet wonderful, organisation of ski hire, passes & transportation fantastic (which made the hols, as we weren’t faffing around waiting for buses etc) and attention from the staff, brilliant! It made the 4 day break feel like a week as everything was so well organised. The ski area is great and thanks so much for taking us into Courmayer – our best day. The night out recommendation was fabulous (Eden), we were a little worried when we arrived as it was very quiet, but then filled up and it was a great atmosphere. I am sure that we will revisit as it is a perfect break (without the kiddies!!) Thank you all |
Barry
La Forge 11/1/2011 | Firstly Gaby and Tim, Happy new year and many thanks for all your help re the pre organisation of our trip. Apologies that I personally missed you when you visited the chalet, but I am glad you had the opportunity to meet Diane and some of the family. In terms of the holiday we cannot help at all in improving as everything was perfect for us, every year as my children get older ( the teenagers ) I need to find something to do that tears them away from their friends and allow them to voluntarily turn down new years parties etc and join their parents and this year we had no problems in enticing them to spend the week with us. For us this was a very expensive holiday, but although I will be paying it off for a while, bearing in mind that it was one of the most expensive skiing weeks of the year it feels like we have had good value for money. Things that we enjoyed - The accommodation with the warm fire, hot tub and sauna along with nice touches like the mint shampoo.
- The food and drinks, again everything here was delicious and for us a big treat, cakes ( including Holly's chocolate birthday cake ), canapés, cocktails and meals along with the descriptions of what we were eating and the cheese history.
- The picking up and dropping off all worked well apart from the return journey where our plane was delayed for a few hours and we spent a long time at Chambery ( which is nothing anyone can do anything about).
- The location was ideal for us and the lessons went well. Bearing in mind we also had Stuart and Jennies younger children and our Matthew (age 5) the time of drop off at 10.30 and pick at 3.30 was just about as long a day as they could handle on the slopes so again this went well and we would suggest this is perfect timing for families with younger children.
- The skiing, the teenagers along with Charlotte and Rory all enjoyed the skiing and all improved and came home safely. But for me personally the best thing was to see the small children all manage to ski ( blue slopes) before the week was over and I am sure they will all be hooked. I had a couple of lessons and marginally improved before the week was over, but of course all my children ski much better than me and frankly I am a lost cause but enjoyed every minute on the slopes.
Over and above all this the thing that made our holiday was of course 'the people', we hope we were in general a 'low maintenance' group and it would be nice to think that Emma, Alex and Aaron enjoyed our company as much as we enjoyed theirs. We also had great pleasure in meeting Nathan on several occasions during the week and also Dylan, and had a most enjoyable and entertaining new years eve. |
| 15-April-2009
Last season | Dear Gaby,
We had a superb holiday and the people in La Forge had nothing but praise for the way in which we were looked after. Seb organised us (no easy task) in a very gentle and ordered way so that we knew the options and could choose what we wanted to do and when to do it...Kate was a great foil and always had a cheerful smile and was eternally willing. This was despite 4 teenagers lumping about, not to mention the adults who were very much in a holiday mood....Mike provided us with the best fare we have ever had in any chalet and in a relaxed and accommodating way to take account of the likes and dislikes of all the young. We always looked forward to his meals and were never disappointed. It was dish after dish of beautifully presented and tasty cuisine, perhaps too much good food as we were seldom able to tackle the cheese course. Comparing our costs with another group who were on a hotel holiday, I believe we had much better value for money. We did miss not being able to ski in/out easily, not that we expected this, but this is one advantage that some resorts have. However this was more than balanced by the range and variety of areas and the bus system worked well.....the Prarion came into its own and provided excellent and varied pistes on our doorstep. It might be limited for advanced skiers but this did not bother 99% of us. The bonus of having the Vallee Blanche available and access to Argentiere was full compensation. The ski instructors were very good especially Christophe. Our children were not keen to have lessons initially from previous experiences, but never once complained and all agreed that they were learning a great deal and having fun at the same time.
We much appreciated the way in which you were flexible over our booking dates and for organising efficient collection and delivery to and from Geneva.
All in all, we were delighted and returned thoroughly happy and rather stiff.
Johnny, Kenya |
| 24-Mar-2009
Last season | Dear Gaby and Tim
We have just returned from a fantastic 3 days skiing in chalet La Forge, it was brilliant. My husband and I have been in many chalets throughout our 25 years of skiing and you have obviously done your homework on what makes a truly great ski holiday.....the attention by all of the staff was brilliant, from the adorable Kate who checked constantly your every need her cocktails were superb and Seb was a delight driving us everywhere and making sure the hot tub and sauna were spot on. MIKE, you are a genius and your food was amazing (Gordon Ramsay eat your heart out and with no swearing ha ha) you got up early and cooked us bacon and eggs before we left for our flight, thank you. All of the staff were very cheerful and greeted you with a smile. I don't normally write to a company when things go well only when the don't so this is one of the very few. Good luck for next year you deserve every success.
Annette and Cliff |
| 01-Mar-2010
This season! | ...The chalet is gorgeous -presented in first class order. Good quality beds and sheets. Good supply of hot water, showers and baths etc Very spacious, great location and very comfortable.....Your staff are absolutely wonderful, Nathan was always there for us and we never felt we were a bother to him...he just made us feel that nothing was too much to ask. Once he picked us up from the slopes and had cookies in the car!!.
Ms D on Eco Farm |
| 24-Feb-2010
This season! | Many thanks for another memorable ski holiday. The chalet and staff were once again first class which was pleasing as I had been singing your praises to everyone beforehand. Michael excelled in the kitchen whilst Jon and Clare were faultless in their duties from waking up in the morning to serving at the dinner table in the evenings. Please thank them all and we look forward to returning next year. Many thanks.
Cliff on La Forge |
| 12-Feb-2010
| We all had a fantastic time and Michael, Jon and Claire were excellent hosts. The food was fabulous, the chalet was in great condition and spotlessly clean and the atmosphere was fun but chilled. We would definitely consider returning in the future.
Ms N on La Forge |
| 11-Feb-2010 | Hi to all at Huski Ski
We had a fabulous long weekend! The chalet was homely and comfortable, great position and we loved the hot tub. We were lucky with the good snow conditions and really enjoyed the pretty tree-lined skiing in Les Houches. We took your advice and ate at Les Vieilles Luges one day which was great, and in fact enjoyed all the mountain restaurants. BUT, what made the trip extra-special was your wonderful chalet staff. Mikey's food was awesome-delicious, creative and presented with flair, we felt incredibly spoilt! And as for Jon and Clair, they could not have been more helpful, attentive and delightful - they even tolerated our awful singing to some dodgy retro-music! Thank you so much to the three of them fpr being the icing on the cake of a fabulous trip.
We are looking forward to returning to Les Houches sometime soon.
A and S on La Forge |
| 11-Feb-2010 | We had a really nice short break at La Vieille Forge. All the staff we met were excellent, and the minibus service was a real luxury and well managed. The whole chalet is very comfortable, warm and welcoming.
Mrs B A |
| 06-Jan-2010 | We'd like to thank you for such a memorable holiday. Your team were very welcoming and incredibly helpful. The chalets were beautiful and i can't think of anywhere i'd rather have been for Christmas! And to top it off, the snow was excellent!
It's a Christmas we'll remember for many years! Thank you for all your help in making it so.
Jenny on chalet Louisa |
| 05-Jan-2010 | Dear Gabi, Tim and Jody,
We are all safely back in Israel. Thank you all very for the hospitality and the lovely time we had all the family together in the beautiful chalet Louisa...We will love to use your services in the future in our next ski vacation in Chamonix. All the best and great Ski season.
Guy and family on chalet Louisa |
| 11-Jan-2010 | We had a great time in the chalet....it was a perfect size for 3 families. I thought it was well placed in Les Houches, close to the ski lift at Bellevue....I highly recommend to other families to get the catered service or finding a cook, because normally I am the one to cook for the crew and I could really relax and not worry about shopping, cooking or cleaning; It was wonderful!
Andrea on chalet Louisa |
| 10-Mar-2009 | Top hols, so thanks v much to everyone, esp Kate/Seb and Mike, who were fantastic. Extra airport run for Aude fantastic value, so extra thanks Tim...champagne slipped down nicely in the hot tub- a great touch. A fantastic holiday and various members already clamouring to come again. Salut maintainant!
A and M on chalet Louisa |
| 15-Feb-2009 | We are now back in the UK and just wanted to thank you and your staff for a really great holiday. Mike, Seb and Kate were lovely, friendly and couldn't have been more accommodating and helpful. Mike's cooking was fantastic - everything we ate was delicious and we were very impressed. Thanks also for organising skiing lessons with Theirry - he is a real character and our skiing has improved hugely. In summary, our most enjoyable skiing holiday to date. We will certainly be recommending you to our friends.
A and S |
| 02-Feb-2009 | Dear Gaby and Gang,
Thank you for a fab weekend, we timed it just right, the night before we arrived it snowed loads. Just a quick note to give you some feedback. The chalet was amazing, we had a lovely room and bathroom, in fact the whole place was home from home, we especially enjoyed the hot tub. We have to say all the staff were great but Micheal the chef was just a star, nothing was too much trouble, he was a perfectionist and his food was delicious....
C S on La Forge |
| 01-Feb-2009 | Hi Gaby, This is just to thank you for a fabulous stay at La Forge last week. We really had the best time and could not fault the service at all. Seb and Kate were just charming, and nothing was too much trouble for them. They did everything to make our stay as comfortable and enjoyable as possible....the food was FANTASTIC - by far the best we have had at La Vieille Forge- the menus were imaginative and varied...The little things really make a difference - the fact that the boys would always put our skis away in the hut, and that our cases were carried for us. These things are important to us girls!...Looking forward to 2010!
Jane |
| 26-Jan-2009 | The food was past brilliant. It made a good holiday fantastic. I know you are somewhat constrained by the quality of available chefs each season but if you can hang on to Micheal please do! The chalet was improved beautifully - all our requests from the previous year were tended to - thank you. Almost feel like we are scratching around for further possible improvements but as you ask, the hooks near the hot tub could have a slightly larger cover- our robes and slippers got quite snowed on whilst we were in the tub!...many thanks once again for a great time.
K PC on La Forge |
| 26-Jan-2009 | A great trip, and great skiing, despite the conditions. The food was delightful.
Mike on chalet Louisa |
| 21-Jan-2009 | We had a fab time and thought the accommodation, service and food was top notch!
JD on La Forge |
| 19-Jan-2009 | Thank you for another lovely holiday.... Chalet Louisa is truly wonderful, the living area in particular is a delight - like something out of a Sunday Times magazine! Even though there were eleven adults, there was ample space for sitting and relaxing....The food was magnificent. We were all very impressed by Younis, our very own French chef. He used high quality ingredients to create delicious and balanced meals....I hope the rest of the season goes well for you...
Mrs I |
| 19-Jan-2009 | Had an absolutely fantastic time staying at chalet La Forge last week, Kate and seb were very good hosts looking after us brilliantly and Mike's food was exceptional - a very talented chef! Adam too was very flexible and helpful when it came to picking us up at the end of the day and Nicky's help in sorting out lift passes etc was greatly appreciated...all in all a great team which led to a great holiday.
Jo and Daryl |
| 07-Jan-2009 | We found the chalet team continually friendly, thoughtful, efficient and flexible. The food was excellent and the service good....
IB on La Forge |
| 31-Dec-2008 | Thank you very much indeed for giving us all a superb Christmas break. You have done La Vieille Forge up really beautifully with such a good eye for detail giving it immense character. Micheals' cooking was exceptional and Seb and Kate and the rest of the staff could really not have looked after us better and were immensely friendly.....
Mrs PB |
| 01-April-2008 | We all cannot thank you enough for our most amazing chalet (my husband is very concerned as I have come home and not actually loved being back home!) I would 100% recommend Huski and chalet Louisa to anyone considering a holiday to Chamonix....it really was a wonderful week, so much so we want to spend Christmas there! Thanks again
S and P |
| 18-mar-2008 | Lovely and very helpful staff, was very impressed with how much they drove us about, beautiful chalet with great facilities, lovely food and wine, basically can't wait to go back, when do you open bookings for the 2009 season!
PK - Chalet La Forge |
| 18-mar-2008 | Thanks for a lovely service. We loved the chalet, so beautiful, and found the Jane really helpful and friendly. It was great being able to bring the kids, thanks for the travel cots and high chairs. It was wonderful having shopping in for our first meal too, so that was great thanks...
SA - Chalet Louisa |
| 14-mar-2008 | Hi Gaby, Tim and Jane, Just wanted to say thank you for a great few days. Excellent as always. regards
Mrs W |
| 10-mar-2008 | Just wanted to say thanks to all for giving us such a wonderful, hassle free break at chalet La Forge. We both had a great time. You have an excellent team who ensured that we were able to enjoy ourselves to the full - lovely accommodation, good food, easy transport, fab weather and unforgettable skiing - not bad for a first visit! I am sure we will be back.
MB |
| 06-mar-2008 | Gaby and the team, I would just like to tell you what a fantastic chalet holiday we had stopping at chalet Louisa last week. The chalet itself is great with plenty of character and within easy reach of the lifts. It was also very well equipped with everything you could want. Jane was fantastic and very helpful and easily contactable....the ski areas were fantastic and very quiet at the time we were there....I would definitely return. Once again thanks for a great week.
RD and group |
| 21-Feb-2008 | The holiday in Chamonix was a real success! The chalet was excellent for our family party, with all the essentials required to sleep, feed and entertain the kids (and adults!)
G H - Chalet Louisa
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| 20-Feb-2008 | We all had a really enjoyable time during our all too short break. Some of the group were chalet 'virgins' whilst for others this was a good chance to compare previous experiences...very comfortable chalet - particularly liked the hot tub (great to soothe those aching limbs) and the lounge and the log fire! Chalet staff very friendly and always willing to help and knowledgeable of resorts (and prepared to put up with our antics and humour!)...overall 9/10!!
I S - Chalet La Forge
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| 07-Feb-2008 | We had all a great time, chalet Grand Cerf is very nice, clean and comfortable with a great view...The location was so good....I knew Chamonix but we also visit Megeve, lovely town...Absolutely well spent money and I've never been so sad to come back home...I would like to thanks Jane, Gaby and all Huski team for the organization and kindness, it have been the best ski holiday we have never had.
F S - Italy |
| 30-Jan-2008 | I Just wanted to say thank you for what has been described by all as an absolutely brilliant 4 days... The accommodation, food, skiing and service were completely impeccable and, although it would be nice to point out 1 individual person, everyone went out of their way to make us feel welcome.
GP - Chalet La Forge |
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| 30-Jan-2008 | ...superb, we all agreed. A great way to spend a skiing holiday - hassle free and a real luxury. I'll be in touch in the summer re next year. Thanks again.
MD - Chalet La Forge |
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| 30-Jan-2008 | Jane, I would really like to thank you for being so prompt in getting back via e mails to me and for all the organization you and Shaun and Jimmy do for us. The hotel was excellent and Tracey really was a good hostess so I would certainly recommend it to others. Hopefully this 12 year absence from the slopes will set a precedent for the annual trips!!! Many thanks for everything.
Mrs KB - Hotel Bijoux |
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| 14-jan-2008 | Just a short note to say how much we really enjoyed our stay at La Forge. I knew it was going to be good but it really exceeded our highest expectations. From the moment we were met until the moment we left we received nothing but the very best and friendliest service, all this despite us being probably quite infuriating guests at times (we managed to loose a pair of skis, mixed up boots twice). It really has surpassed all other chalet holidays we have been on. The staff (James, Tess and Cecile) were hugely welcoming, helpful, professional, patient and great fun and the chalet was absolutely gorgeous.
My only problems now is trying to arrange to come back again - La Forge is a wonderful chalet holiday but I don't want to tell everybody this terrific secret in case I have difficulty booking again in the future.
Many many thanks to you and Team Huski for a wonderful holiday. You are all doing a fabulous job and hope to return again in the future.
Mrs D M - Chalet La Forge |
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| 13-jan-2008 | Gaby / Jane just to say many thanks for a great ski holiday. The chalet, food, staff and transfers were excellent (please pass on our thanks to the chalet team) and we will definitely be back!
I've attached a couple of photo's we took when we were there last week which were taken after the huge dump of snow - they make the chalet and valley look truly spectacular so feel free to use them.
Mrs T H - Chalet La Forge |
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| 02-jan-2008 | We all had a fabulous time and enjoyed every minute. Your team in Chamonix are all very kind and thoughtful and from our perspective everyone seemed to be doing what was expected of them... a wonderful break in a remarkable chalet with nice people doing their best to help us feel at home.
Mr P G - Chalet Louisa |
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| 01-jan-2008 | Happy New Year to you and your family. We had the best Xmas staying in your house you were very helpful with all our needs, it's a Xmas we'll never forget. Cecil is a wonderful person and a very good cook she made it really special for us. We miss it there already! Thank you for sending the recipe for the hot wine we are going to make it tonight for our guests for dinner. We will never have xmas at home again thanks to you in a great way...
Mrs S M - Chalet La Forge |
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| 07-may-2007 | ....Just to let you know that we all had the most fantastic time. The chalet was extremely comfortable...The staff were lovely, we really enjoyed having Jane with us on the Valley Blanche. The food really was super, great after a hard days skiing. We were extremely well looked after and well informed about the various skiing options, passes and so forth. The company as well from the other families in the chalet was brilliant. Thank-you so much for a fabulous, and very relaxing and exciting holiday!
Mr H and family |
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| 04-apr-2007 | ..superb chalet in every respect. Very welcoming, amazing food and even better 'cheese stories'! Thanks for putting up with our rabble so easily!
J P on La Forge |
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| 28-mar-2007 | ...We had a great weekend, the chalet and staff were excellent. Loved the fairy lights and glitter ball in the dining room. Just wished we could have stayed longer.
C R |
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| 22-mar-2007 | ..What an outstanding chalet. In every respect. Thankyou
Simon on La Forge |
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| 15-mar-2007 | ....I have spoken to all the other members of the group and it was a fantastic holiday, unanimous, the food was brilliant, just what we wanted coming from a restaurant. The chalet was lovely and clean, comfy beds and located so well for Les Houches. The skiing was good despite the weather and the ski school for Josh was amazing....all in all a great place to stay, eat and ski. We tried to do a tally of our last 15 years of skiing and 5 of those years have been spent in Cham which is a pretty good percentage for one resort!
Mrs H, Brookhouse Mill on chalet Louisa |
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| 11-mar-2007 | The most incredible place to stay, amazing chalet, food is 5 star and Kate, Ally, Shannon and Remy made it a truly memorable stay. Caren will never forget her hen-weekend! Thanks Guys
Sandra on chalet La Forge |
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| 09-mar-2007 | We thoroughly enjoyed our trip to Chamonix. The chalet was absolutely beautiful and all the staff were so friendly. Kate cooked delicious meals and the rooms were always very clean and tidy. The whole trip was wonderful and I would not hesitate to stay again should I return to Chamonix.
Hayley on chalet La Forge |
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| 09-mar-2007 | ....Our short break in chalet Louisa was fantastic. Thanks for looking after us and making our stay so enjoyable and relaxing....
Mr G |
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| 04-mar-2007 | ...Didn't know what to expect but I think we've just spent the best week we've had in years - thank you so much to you all....
Anne chalet Forge |
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| 01-mar-2007 | Gaby,
I just wanted to say, on behalf of the four of us, a huge thank you for such a fantastic holiday. Everyone at the Hotel was so friendly and helpful, we were made to feel really at home and the food was absolutely superb. We also had Richard guiding us for 2 days which was incredible- Vallee Blanche was stunning and the back of Grands Montets, never skied in such deep powder!!..great guide and well worth the money.
Anyway thankyou again for such a superb holiday, it was all so well organised and everyone was so friendly, we really didn't want to come home!
Mrs B on Hotel Eden and Chamex guides |
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| 25-feb-2007 | Thankyou for a wonderful week in La Forge. Kate's food was fantastic. If you need a ski instructor ask for Theirry, we love him!
Mrs H |
| 20-feb-2007 | Sorry I didn't get to thank you in person, but I just wanted to give you a deep felt thank you for helping me, L, M, and R have such a great skiing holiday experience!
You were kind enough to take pity on me after our first phone call and ensured we all had a fantastic time. Jane, Tracey, Micki, and Joe were great with both us and our kids and helped us at every turn. Adrian was a good call, instructor wise, the kids loved him and he worked absolute wonders on them. They easily out manoeuvred even the great Will Carling on that green run!
Finally, I'm sure we will be back and I will be singing your praises again and again to all my friends and colleagues! Best wishes and thanks again,
Mike on hotel Bijoux-Slalom |
| 08-feb-2007 | Hi Gaby and Tim,
I think I speak for all our group when I say what a fantastic time we had staying at chalet Louisa. I was so impressed with the standard of the food, such as a great hearty breakfast, yummy cakes with tea and delicious dinners. Lizzie and Jane were wonderful, so very friendly and couldn't do enough for us. It was lovely to have smiling faces when we were picked up in the minibus or came in from a day on the slopes. The chalet was great, very very clean and very comfortable. In all we had a lovely holiday with Huski and I would definitely recommend you to my friends and family without hesitation.
Emma |
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| 08-feb-2007 | ....We had a great time. As always the chalet was very comfortable and nothing was too much trouble.
KC on La Forge |
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| 07-feb-2007 | Hi Gaby
The chalet was beautiful, the pictures on the website don't do it justice! I thought the chalet was spotless, the food was amazing and the service from the girls excellent!...
I would definitely recommend staying in chalet Louisa to friends staying in Chamonix!
JG |
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| 04-feb-2007 | Thanks for another (4th) fab skiing holiday. First-time in La Vieille Forge and thought it was wonderful. As usual good food and hospitality. We'll be back!
Mrs B |
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| Star letter! | We had an amazing time at chalet La Forge, it exceeded every expectation we had about the trip and Emma, Johnny and Aidan made it truly Memorable. The chalet layout was fantastic and suited our large crowd, especially having so many en-suite bathrooms made things much easier in the mornings. The food and service was better than any Michelin star restaurant and this part of the trip won the most comments after the trip so please pass on to Johnny and Emma.
Chamonix and the location of La Forge was excellent, the skiing at Les Houches was excellent especially Prarion which the guys skied on the 2nd and 3rd day. The only thing I would say is for non-skiers to have a few things arranged (not that staying in the chalet watching a movies by the fire was not a great option!)
Anyway our targets are set for a reunion trip later this year so expect a call from us very soon!! Thanks again for everything you did to make this a trip of lifetime for all at Recruit 121.
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| Star letter! | Well, what can I say.....
We read the menus before we arrived, almost smelt the cakes cooking and couldn't wait to get into the 'Princess' rooms shown on the website!! and we were not to be disappointed! Emma, John and Harry , oops 'sorry' Aidan were 'stars'. Everything was well thought out and planned for. Delicious food, ski's dropped to the slopes each day, Aidan's advanced driving skills followed by his vast 'cheese' knowledge, he should go on mastermind! We have already recommended you to friends and even strangers in the street, in fact my kids at school are already fed up of hearing about Mrs S adventures in Winter Wonderland! Hope to see you again soon....
Nikki and Mark March 06 chalet La Forge |
| 01-feb-2007 | Our trip was a huge success and all those who attended had a thoroughly enjoyable time. Chalet La Forge was first class and Alison, Kate, Remy and Shannon looked after us superbly. The Chamonix valley was utterly awe inspiring and the skiing first class. Add this to excellent food, wine and accommodation and it was truly memorable. Thankyou for looking after us.
Mr T |
| 29-jan-2007 | We had a great time. The group has been going to Chamonix for the last 5 years, and thanks to Huski this was our best trip. Seamless! We shall be be in touch in the early Autumn. Thanks again.
Mike on chalet Grand Cerf |
| 29-jan-2007 | We had a great week. Weather was fantastic and the chalet was beautiful. Jane and Trudi made us feel very much at home and seemed to make an extra effort to look after us. Food and wine top class. We can't wait to come again.
Mr S on chalet Louisa |
| 14-jan-2007 | We all really enjoyed the week at La Forge. The chalet was fantastic. The girls were also fantastic too and such good fun. We were all amazed with the culinary delights Kate and Alison managed to produce from such a little kitchen....we would have no hesitation returning or recommending.... Thanks for everything. Good luck for the rest of the season.
Mr W |
| 09-jan-2007 | Thankyou for a wonderful holiday for oursleves with our three children and their spouses and our seven grandchildren! This is a great chalet for a family get together.
Mrs T on chalet La Forge |
| 9-jan-2007 | ...we all had a great time in La Forge. We loved the chalet, it was very cosy and a lovely place to be for Christmas.
Debbie |
| 3-jan-2006 | I thought I would write and say what a wonderful holiday we had over Christmas. The chalet was absolutely beautiful, the owners were very friendly and helpful and with Etienne's help the children became proficient skiers within days. We have all come back very relaxed and planning to definitely be away next Christmas.
Mrs M M- re chalet Louisa |
| 3-jan-2006 | The perfect place to spend New Year, John, Emma & Aidan the perfect team. Great food, lot's patience, sense of fun and the ability to please everyone from 'little ones' to us more 'mature ones' including a clutch of teenagers!. Chalet also worked brilliantly for us. I am sure we will be back!
Mrs H- re chalet La Forge |
| 30-jan-2006 | I would like to thank you for a fantastic weekend we spent in chalet Louisa. My husband and everybody else had a great time. The food was super!! and James was always there for us. Thankyou again...
Blanca re chalet Louisa |
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| 09-feb-2006 | Emma, John, Aidan and Nick, you were a delight. You are the benchmark other chalets should aspire to! Lovelyjubblee!
Mark and Pete re La Forge |
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| 11-feb-2006
Star Letter | We had a fantastic holiday, Emma, John and Dobby made us feel really at home- they're such nice, welcoming, friendly people. The food was delicious each night and we all loved the cheese course. Emma successfully organised the ski lessons for us, and the instructors (particularly Ferdi) were fantastic too. Even when things went wrong (I broke my wrist!) they rallied together and helped me in the hospital- bringing my friends to visit me there in the evenings, and being flexible with airport transfer times.
The chalet was as good as it appeared in the pictures on the website; I didn't dare believe it could be as good as that but it was! The sauna was great to come back to as well. The rooms were all warm, and having so may bathrooms made things much easier in the mornings/evenings.....all in all we had a fantastic holiday, in a fantastic chalet with fantastic chalet hosts and house elf!
Natalie re chalet La Forge |
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| 13-feb-2006 | It was great to see how the high standards we experienced last January were just as high! Jon, Emma and Aidan do you credit. All great people and they couldn't do enough for us. Jon was so laid back- I don't know how he produced such masterpieces from that small kitchen. His food was of a consistently high standard throughout and the wine was also very good. The minibus service was as good as ever. All in all a great product which impressed my friends no end!...Hope to see you same time next year!!
Fran re La Forge |
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| 22-feb-2006 | Many thanks for all the help over the last week, we very much enjoyed our stay in Les Houches and loved Chalet Louisa. We greatly appreciate all that you helped us with ever since first contacting you and hopefully we will be able to visit you again soon.
Vijay re chalet Louisa |
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| 18-mar-2006 | Gaby & Tim, We had a great stay this week and feel utterly revived. We were well looked after and the snow fantastic. The chalet is absolutely fab and the most comfortable French place we have ever stayed in- must be something to do with your attention to detail (decent pillows & big towels!)
We would hope to see you again sometime.....
Mr and Mrs B re chalet Forge |
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| 18-mar-2006 | Hi Em, John and Aidan, We just wanted to write and let you know what a fabulous time we had over the weekend. The food was fabulous, and your hospitality and organisation superb. You three really made the weekend very enjoyable. I'm sure we weren't the easiest group to deal with (with our ability to consistently leave possessions behind!) but everything seemed to go really smoothly and the chalet was lovely. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend the chalet to friends. Thanks so much for such a wicked time. Not much fun being back to work today. Cheers
Bridget and Tom re La Forge |
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| 20-mar-2006 | The seven of us had an excellent four days in Chamonix and I would definitely use your company on any future trips. Chalet: Location was great, and layout was perfect for 7-8 guys sharing...Food was excellent. The boys enjoyed this very much. Made a nice change for us, we ate every night. Pif and Nic were very good. Always cheerful and helpful, Very obliging on the drop offs to and from ski resorts or to and from town. Cheers
Andy re chalet Des Lacs |
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| 29-mar-2006 | ...The quality of the food, wine and accommodation was excellent and the chalet itself has an attractive interior very sympathetically restored with great touches in terms of the flooring, furniture, doors etc. I also liked the attention to detail in terms of the 'little extras' such as the constant availability of fresh fruit, the choice and availability of toiletries and the towel dressing gowns. The staff were friendly, helpful and attentive and although pretty much essential if you don't have a car, the in resort transfer was carried out efficiently (despite the effects of extreme cold on Sunday night!)
Mr K G re chalet Forge |
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| 24-apr-2006 | ...Enjoyed the weekend extremely! Thanks for everything especially the cuppa when we came in exhausted (and the cakes!) Hope to come again!
Frances re chalet Forge |
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| 11-apr-2005 | I can only repeat what the others have said. Great skiing, food, weather and company.
Chris - La Forge |
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| 11-apr-2005 | A lovely 4 days, we don't want to go home! Thankyou
Sarah |
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| 03-apr-2005 | Thanks for a great weekend, we'll be back. All the best for the future
Dave |
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| 31-mar-2005 | Simply excellent, a very good service...
Nick |
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| 14-mar-2005 | Lovely few days. Great company, fabulous food and skiing challenges. We'll be back!
Trevour |
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| 14-mar-2005 | We had a fantastic time in La Forge again!....Trudi and Philippe were superb and we would be very grateful if you could pass on our compliments to them!
Jane |
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| 10-mar-2005 | Back again for a fantastic stay. We've really been looked after so well and fab food- can I have a cooking course!
Clair |
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| 10-mar-2005 | Just a note to let you know how much we enjoyed our weekend in Chamonix! Mark and Ronnie were fantastic....The food, the atmosphere, the chalet, everything was top notch! Mark was particularly helpful when one of our party unfortunately broke their elbow! Also the long weekend stays are an excellent idea and very hard to find! Thanks again, we will definitely be in touch!!
Karen - chalet des Lacs |
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| 10-mar-2005 | Fabulous trip- food superb (nearly killed me!) Transport excellent and well run.
Richard |
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| 14-feb-2005 | I would like to take the time to thank you and your team. Our whole holiday was enhanced by the Huski helping hand, Mark and Ronnie could not do any more to make our stay any better. Marks warm and friendly front of house personality and Ronnies quiet professional cooking made the holiday memorable. Could you send me Feb available dates..., same place I would like to start planning now!
Stephen - chalet des Lacs |
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| 14-feb-2005 | We've had a lovely week here, excellent food, friendly atmosphere, well organised. Thankyou to everyone.
Mandy |
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| 25-jan-2005
Star Letter*** | Bob and I thoroughly enjoyed our weekend at chalet La Forge. The chalet is really beautiful- a real home from home, and Phillipes cooking is superb! It was real top restaurant quality food- rare in all but the most expensive chalets. Also- top marks for the very nice wine- another rarity on chalet holidays. Trudie and the guys were great, very helpful and friendly and James knowledge of rare cheeses amazing!!...
Fran |
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| 18-jan-2005 | Please pass on our thanks to your excellent team for looking after us so well at the lovely chalet La Forge. Nothing was too much trouble. We will definitely be recommending you to our friends and look forward to a return trip..!
Paul |
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| 09-jan-2005 | ...what made the week so enjoyable was the team running the chalet. We were made so welcome and the attention to our needs was superb. A wonderful week with enormous credit to your outstanding staff.
Lynda and David |
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| 26-dec-2004 | ...We had a great time in La Forge between Christmas and New Year. The food was fantastic and the luxury of having not to cook ones dinner (or fall asleep in a restaurant!) was well worth it!
Emily |
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| 14-apr-2004 | Just wanted to say how much we enjoyed our ski trip. Trudi, Phillip and John were wonderful and made our stay very easy. And the food- what can I say?! Best I have ever had on a ski holiday.
Richard |
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| 28-mar-2004 | Just a couple of words to thank you for a wonderful time we had in Chamonix. We were delighted with your organisation, chalet and Chamonix on its own. Richard was brilliant! What an attentive, intelligent and sincerely friendly guy. He attended to all of our requests, making us feel like we were at home (and what a wonderful home that is).
Ivan and Igor - chalet des Lacs |
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| 25-mar-2004 | Just a short note to let you know that we (the group from Luxembourg) had a fantastic time at the Chalet des Lacs last weekend. We were very lucky with the snow conditions as we had fresh powder on Monday. However, the main reason we had a great time was Richard, he really made an effort to make sure we enjoyed ourselves. Nothing was too much hassle for him, his cooking was top class and he came across as very competent and un-stressed. Wouldn't hesitate to recommend any chalet that he is working in to any of my friends. Thanks again.
Martin |
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| 22-mar-2004 | Hi Gaby, I've been meaning to get in touch to say a big thanks for yet another great holiday. Time seems to be flying by yet again and whilst i have to fly now i will take on-board re next year and be in touch soon. Thanks a bundle again kind regards to all the family.
jay - La Forge |
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| 17-mar-2004 | our very sincere thanks and compliments to Trudi, Philippe, John and Richard for helping us to have such a fab weekend in Chamonix. They were friendly and helpful in every way (except for organising sunny weather!) and we really cannot praise them enough. The chalet was lovely, the food was lovely and we really did have a great weekend. So with many thanks, and hoping to see you next year.
Jane and Katie - La Forge |
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| 17-mar-2004 | Just a note to say thanks for a great weekend in Chamonix. We thoroughly enjoyed ourselves. I thought you might appreciate some feedback- the hotel has a lot of character and charm, the food is exceptionally good- I would even say outstanding- well beyond 2* standard- and the hosts are very friendly and welcoming.
Lee |
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| 08-mar-2004 | Dear Tim and Gaby The chalet, staff and service were excellent. We were made to feel exceptionally welcome and the quality of the food was superb. Full compliments to to the team at La Forge.
Marcus. |
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| 05-mar-2004 | Gaby, Quick note to say that we had a great time at Chamonix. The Forge is great- we would definitely consider booking it again. Special mention needs to go to Trudi, Philippe and John- you have a great team there and you should do your best to keep them. They are an excellent combination- and you were right about the quality of the food!.
John |
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| 05-mar-2004 | The food was outstanding, the chalet very comfortable and welcoming. And then with the fantastic weather it really was a brilliant little break. Everything went like clockwork. Everyone was so flexible which made the trip even better.
Carmen |
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Star letter!*** | La Vieille Forge was everything we could have hoped for. You have a wonderful pair of hosts there in Trude and Phillipe. They made us so welcome and Phillipe's food was fabulous. It's a good job we were skiing, with all those cakes! Nothing was too much trouble for them- from the pick up, the sorting out of ski stuff and arranging lessons to being ferried around by John. As a 'debutant', I was bruised, battered and often frustrated, but after a nervous breakdown on day two when I thought I was never going to get it, it all came together yesterday, at La Flegere and Brevent and now the world of blue has opened up for me- though I'm not too sure about the bumpy bits, yet. And although she's skied all over, Natalie hadn't been to Chamonix before and loved it there, particularly the black run from the top of Floria she did yesterday morning with Etienne. I wouldn't be surprised if huski had even fixed the weather. Three days of bright sunshine, blue skies and glorious scenery- perfect. And thanks also to you. You gave off a great vibe about the place, and what was possible, that made choosing huski very easy. Will we come back? I don't know. There are probably many other mountains and valleys to explore, but maybe, and I'll definitely recommend you to anyone else planning a ski trip!.
Roger |
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| 28-jan-2004 | I have just arrived back from a wicked holiday I spent in your Trudy chalet in Chamonix. I would just like to thank you for the great hospitality we all received. Our hosts Tom and Karen (Richard was also a star) were very friendly, they made us feel at home immediately and the ALL food was wonderful (and I liked the cheese stories) Once again thanks. And I will be recommend you to all my friends.
Nick re chalet Truda |
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| 04-jan-2004 | Many thanks for organising this last minute break- I enjoyed it enormously. I have been on many chalet holidays, but never have I been with such a talented, professional and friendly team as Trudie, Philippe and John. You have chosen well! Please let them know how much I appreciated their help and hospitality. I shall try and persuade other family members to join me in returning to one of your chalets in the future.
Susan re La Forge |
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Star letter*** | Dear Tim and Gaby, I have just returned from a week in Chamonix and stayed at your Chalet Truda. I am writing to say that the service provided by the staff at Chalet Truda was superb. Nothing was too much trouble for Alex and Lynne, from transporting us to and from the various slopes, to obtaining the England Rugby Team selection for the game against Italy. Paddy the Chef, was also excellent. His cooking was out-of-this world and he clearly was somebody who took pride in his work.The group I travel with have used catered Chalets for the last five years and to say that the staff were the best so far would be an understatement. Thank you to you and your staff.
Chris |
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| 09-mar-2003 | I am a member of the party which has booked with Huski for the last four years. I'm simply writing to bring to your attention the quite excellent service received at the hands of the chalet staff at La Forge on our recent stay. The team of Adam, Max and Aaron were outstanding in the quality of service that they provided- the best we have had in our four years with Huski. Nothing was too much trouble and they were always concerned to ensure that our stay was as agreeable as possible.
Tim re chalet des Granges |
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| 09-mar-2003 | Firstly, thank you in advance for forwarding me the boots and cds I left at La Forge after too much whiskey on our last night at Les Houches. Its a wonder I didn't forget my passport, but that would mean I'd still be there which wouldn't be such a bad thing! Secondly, I just wanted to let you know how impressed we were with the set-up there. The food was great, the wine went down very well and Aaron, Adam, Bee and co. were never less than helpful, courteous, flexible and fun.
W.M |
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| 08-mar-2003 | We very much enjoyed our holiday in Les Granges over New Year. The accommodation suited us all well.It is in a great location even though we had to leave the cars lower down on one occasion due to the snow falls. The weeks skiing lessons for Grace (our 5 year old) were just right for her and she came on in leaps and bounds.
Peter |
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| 20-jan-2003 | We've just returned this weekend from a stay with you at Chalet Truda and on behalf of our party, I am dropping you a quick note to say that we had a great time and found Alex and Lynne outstanding. All of the our party are experienced winter tourists having sampled the full range of Alpine hospitality from total self catered to 4-star hotels. To a person they agreed that Lynne and Alex did a fantastic job and could not have been more helpful, knowledgeable or friendly. We thought the service that they provided was great and the mix of the self catered chalet with the assistance of, Alex and Lynne, the minibus and the Huski resort knowledge worked really well for us.The booking service and pre travel information was also very good. We hope that you have a great season and look forward to travelling with you again.
Chris |
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| 09-jan-2003 | The chalet was great- there were 9 of us, 2 families of 4 and another relative who is in a wheel chair. I think it's worth mentioning how brilliant the accommodation turned out to be for him on the middle floor. Although it meant getting him up the stairs it was perfect once up there having the bed room and bathroom plus all the main living accomodation together. He is quite used to being heaved up stairs and could almost manage the getting down on his own! Also as a wheelchair skier it may be worth noting (in case you are asked in future!) that the cable cars at La Tour and Brevent were excellent for him but the one at Flegere was not really accessible. The lift staff seemed quite used to it all and were very helpful. Thanks again- we're still thinking very fondly of it!
.L.H re chalet des Granges |
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| 09-jan-2003 | What can we say other than a big thank you for making this holiday one to remember. We probably will never again spend Christmas with such a nice and diverse group of people. (one Scot, one Welsh, six Australians, one Kiwi & seven English) It was a real commonwealth gathering! Arran, Adam and Max each were magnificent hosts. Arran, as you know can work miracles within his meticulous galley, he was easily able to please us night after night with his culinary delights. Whilst Adam and Max were our congenial hosts. Each complementing each other. Adam the seasoned professional. Max the fiddlers apprentice. In a short space of time they had all become apart of our extended family. Your Chalet immediately felt like our home which together with our other house mates made our stay exceed all of our expectations. We cannot speak any more highly of your team, their knowledge and ability. Our initial concerns over this type of holiday were soon over come and we cannot think how it could be bettered other than by being more confident of our own skiing abilities. Etienne will vouch for that! We had not appreciated the extent of Chamonix, the area that it covered and the variety of skiing potentially available. How, with the snow conditions as they were would we have coped with ski school? Utilising Etienne was the best decision and we would certainly do this again. It also eased potential transport difficulties and allowed us to explore three different areas which as novices we might not have done other wise.
N.B |
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| 11-apr-2002 | Our team enjoyed themselves hugely during our recent stay with you & it was a great finish to our first year of trading- so thank you! The team at Chalet des Granges are superb & Aarons cooking was exceptional. Without doubt this is the best chalet I have stayed at & we will hopefully be back when the snow returns!
David |
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| 08-apr-2002 | I do not believe we have ever been so well looked after as we were by Steve and Jo, nothing was too much trouble and they were very professional, even top hotels could not beat what we had last week. Thank you for helping make our holiday so enjoyable, please pass on my thanks to Steve and Jo.
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| 31-mar-2002 | Just wanted to say thank you for organising such an enjoyable trip to Cham, and to compliment you on your set up.The chalet was terrific- what a view!- and your staff were absolutely wonderful. Mel, Aaron and Brodie managed to tread that fine line between friendly hospitality and real professionalism; they made me feel very welcome, they were incredibly helpful and knowledgeable, and seemed to run the chalet beautifully without it feeling like a sterile hotel. That you have found such good people, and trained them so well, is a credit to your organisation. They're no small part of the reason I'll be recommending Huski to all my friends. Please pass on my heartfelt gratitude to them for all that they did to make my week so much fun, and again thanks for organising everything so efficiently at such short notice. I'll see you next year- I only wish it could be sooner!
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| 11-mar-2002 | .Well his food was fantastic and his explanations of the dishes he prepared were second to none Thanks Aaron. He also was very helpful, open and friendly. To top that off there was Mel, What can we say about her, the cheese speeches were great, she was so very helpful, gave great advice, shipped us about when we needed it and was always on time. She is a great asset to your team. A great big THANKS Mel. We are so impressed with your service we will be passing your details on to the travel agent we usually use. We had a great time and will be back, Thanks again it was great.
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| 21-mar-2002 | just a quick note of thanks on my return from staying at chalet germain,the whole experience was superb, accommodation, location the all round package from day 1 excellent,particular thanks goes to your guy out there-Sandy who from day 1 couldn't do enough for us-top man! Definitely my best cham. exp, and I will use and recommend your service again.
Andrew |
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| 31-Jan-2002 | Our team enjoyed themselves hugely during our recent stay with you & it was a great finish to our first year of trading- so thank you! The team at Chalet des Granges are superb & Aarons cooking was exceptional. Without doubt this is the best chalet I have stayed at & we will hopefully be back when the snow returns!
David |
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| 02-apr-2001 | Another superb skiing weekend. Ski you next year!.
Bo |
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| 21-mar-2001 | I have just returned from a weekend at Chalet Truda. Whilst everything was excellent (especially the waiting skis and boots, what a treat not having to sort that out) Max and I particularily wanted to mention our host, Sandy. He really was by far the best Chalet host I have ever come across. Relaxed, friendly without being intrusive, charming, knowledgeable and always more than willing to do what he could to help. A real star who topped off a great holiday.
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| 14-mar-2001
Star Letter!*** | Let me start by saying that this is probably the first letter I have written to thank anyone for whom I have paid to stay with, but I feel the hospitality warrants a note. Mostly I want to thank you for possessing the ability to hire and retain AWESOME STAFF.Mel was an absolutely delightful host.Paul could not have been nicer or more accommodating-driving us and picking us up practically anywhere at anytime. Aaron was an incredible cook and the food was superb. (Here we were in France with plenty of Francs to enjoy a multitude of restaurants- yet we never missed one of his meals). As for the cheese expert, what can I say he needs to stick to pro snowboarding. Seriously though the cheese's were divine and he was a great host as well. Everyone there made us feel at home and comfortable.I hope they will all feel welcome to look me up when ever in the states. Please give them all my best. Thank you very much! |
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| 21-mar-2001 | Dear Tim and Gaby, Just a quick one to thank you all for another superb huski holiday. As ever, all was great especially the food! Love to all.
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| 10-mar-2001 | Yet another week spent in the best chalet in the valley and the quality of the food and hospitality is still fantastic, antipodean chefs takes some beating! Thanks to all and enjoy the end of the season.
Jenny |
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| 10-mar-2001 | Thankyou so much for such a wonderful holiday. Superb chalet, fantastic food, everybody so easy and friendly, must come back again soon, merci.
Mark. |
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| 11-feb-2001 | Thanks for great food, great company and some amazing 'powder moments' sorry we were far from normal!.
Helen |
| 13-feb-2001 | Many thanks to everyone at Huski for giving us such a fantastic weekend at chalet des Granges. From the moment we arrived we felt welcome and looked-after....Thank you so much for arranging all our ski lessons and transport and for making the chalet such a lovely, relaxing place to come home to at the end of the day....
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| 10-jan-2001 | Superbly organised. Outrageously good food, hugely friendly staff and ideal skiing conditions. Ill be back.
T R |
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| 20-jan-2001 | I cannot be extravagant enough with praise for the way you turned our lads weekend into a hugely memorable and gastronomically earth shattering experience to be cherished until our next visit.
Tim |
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| 20-jan-2001 | Well done Team, thanks for am incredible few days, worth the Atlantic commute!
ER |
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| 18-dec-2001 | An excellent weekend, nothing too much trouble. ALL staff really helpfull, we'll be back!
Pam |
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| 10-mar-2000 | Glad to see the standard hasn't dropped. Thanks for another wonderful gourmet week, it was great to see you all again.
M&J H |
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| 18-feb-2000 | Many, many thankyous to our personal chef, housekeeper and snow lady. A very spoiling week.
Charles |
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| 29-jan-2000 | I don't want to go home, need I say more.!
Bernie |
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| 27-dec-2000 | Without doubt, the best skiing holiday ever.
Richard |
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| 23-Apr-1999 | We have had the best conference out of the seven and that is due to excellent service. Thankyou!
Mr G. Sweden |
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| 21-Mar-1999 | Wonderful food, company and skiing. Where do you get such great staff! Best in the valley.
Snowboard Editor- Falline Magazine |
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| 17-mar-1999 | Bravo, Fantastic, Encore. Top holiday. |
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| 12-mar-1999 | Stunning chalet, Stunning food, Stunning staff. Phew!
Mike |
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| 10-mar-1999 | We've been treated like royalty. Thanks to Clint, Gina and Kenton for a wonderful holiday.
Pete |
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| 08-feb-1999 | A real ski home from home. The formula is right. Lovely chalet, thanks to Clint and Gina for looking after us so well.
Julia |
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| 08-feb-1999 | Brilliant, good caring staff, very well looked after.
Michelle |
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| 05-feb-1999 | Better than I ever expected, great staff.
Nick |
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| 09-jan-1999 | Can't remember how many times we have been here now but it just gets better. We hope it wasn't too much of inititation week for Clint, Gina, Kenton and Rene- you all coped fantastically!.
M&J H |
| 28-Mar-1999 | A belated note to thank everyone who worked so hard during our holiday. I know everyone had a great time despite the injuries. The chalet was great, the staff were brilliant and the food was excellent....
Andrew |
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| 14-Mar-1998 | I must thank you for the hospitality you extended to me last week, which was indeed an experience not to be forgotten. I have visited quite a few skiing resorts and must say that you are both running a brilliant operation in Chamonix, the like of which is hard to find, especially in a popular skiing resort. The chalet staff were excellent with us and did their utmost to render our stay more enjoyable and to treat the guests as 'king'. Basically I feel the product you are offering is the next best thing to home (if not better)...
N Z. Director Wings Travel. |
| 18-April-1997 | ....for your great hospitality ..in March. As it was my first time to Chamonix valley the experience of snowboarding in truly the most beautiful scenery and fantastic ski resorts, coupled with your hospitality, made my brief 2 day stay most memorable....The relaxed atmosphere that your chalet generates, with the help of the great staff Simon , Simon 2 and Tracey made it easy to unwind. My compliments to your chef...
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| 15-April-1997 | ...I am disappointed that neither Nick or I completed our goal of skiing from Chamonix the Zermatt although in view of not enjoying the 'mountaineering' bits of the route, I do not regret making the decision to turn back when we did. I was particularly pleased that you could put us up at a moments notice. I enjoyed the chalet and found it very comfortable with a most relaxed atmosphere. Earlier in the season C and I had stayed at the Hotel *** in Chamonix. While being exceedingly more expensive (with some obvious benefits) it by no means matched the general relaxed feeling and all round service that I got in your chalet. Particular credit should be given to your staff....I don't think there was one meal that I didn't enjoy thoroughly....
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| 4-April-1997 | .The end of another Liberty ski season. Chamonix still seems to be standing; so it looks like we will have to have another go at it again next year! A huge thank you to you all for making it such a great success! Viv you deserve a medal after all the retrebates you have had to cook for..a massive thankyou!!
James |
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| 02-feb-1997 | The food was fabulous, the house was a perfect setting, great weather and I even learned to ski! And Vivian knew how to fix the electricity ....Thanks!
Geri |
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| 02-feb-1997 | It doesn't get much better- fabulous weather, great skiing and wonderful people. Thanks
Karen |
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| 14-Jan-1997 | We would like to thank you and all your staff for a marvellous time. We packed in so much to a long weekend that we will definitely be doing it again. We are also walking adverts for Huski, we were most impressed with everything!...
Lyndsay |
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| 12-Jan-1996 | Excellent Tele tutor; brilliant chef; beautiful chalet; awesome cheeses!
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| 10-Jan-1996 | We wanted to thank you all so much for looking after us brilliantly over New Year. A special mention must go to 'dazzle' who absolutely outshone his name with his superb cuisine- I can honestly say from the duck breast to the quail and the New Years eve buffet to the fondue we haven't eaten so well in a chalet before...thanks a million for everything.
Jenny |
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| 14-Apr-1995 | Our 3rd great, successful, fantastic ski test week, same again next year
J M |
| 19-Feb-1995 | A note from two very depressed people who tomorrow have to return to work, but who can fortunately look forward returning to the 'best'. Many many thanks for making our holiday a success...
Jeanette and Pete |
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| 04-Mar-1995 | Thanks for the great food, great powder, fat boys forever. Will be back for the sledging Olympics! Welsh Taboggan team posse will be entering the fence competion. The snowboading was also excellent but what do you expect!
J H |
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| 31-Dec-1994 | Once again we had a lovely time and Tim & Gaby have proven to us that Huski is not just about people going skiing but the guests having an enjoyable if not brilliant holiday. Thanks again for a marvellous holiday.
J G |
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| 24-Apr-1994 | A holiday made to measure, made for pleasure. Many thanks
J J |
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| 16-Apr-1994 | The best snow conditions experienced in 26 yrs skiing!
N C |
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| 19-Feb-1994 | We had the best conference out of 7 and this is due to excellent service. Thankyou!
W G Sweden |
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| 10-Feb-1994 | ..thankyou all for putting up for a week with our crowd. I know they were a bit rowdy at times to say the least! Everyone had a wonderful time and it was a pleasure staying at the chalet again. Hope to see you in the future...
Alison & B |
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| 22-Jan-1994 | A note to say thankyou both so much for a fabulous hol, I think we all enjoyed ourselves even more thanks to the two of you ...I hope you will keep in touch and come and stay in Retford during the summer...!
Helen and Alex |
| 22-Jan-1994 | Even better second time around. Hope to make it a third.
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| 27-Mar-1993 | Tired, worn out and a scarred nose but very happy!
G D |
| 20-Mar-1993 | Thankyou for turning a good holiday into a brilliant one! Everything was perfect (except my skiing of course!) from the food to the weather. Now back to real life!
G Isaacs |
| 20-Mar-1993 | ...thanks for a fantastic weeks holiday. The chalet was excellent, even after the mess we left every night! Food was first class and hospitality in general superb. We have all agreed that it was one of the best holidays we've ever had, you looked after us exceptionally well (although it's nice to go to bed before 4am and sober!) Special thanks to Lawrence who really put himself out for us (cheers mate it was much appreciated by all) and didn't get upset when we laughed at his unorthodox mogul field descent! Hopefully see you all again next year (if you'll have us back!)
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| 25-Feb-1993 | There were many things that went to make this a memorable trip, such as the food, the beautiful accommodation, the football, not to mention the free beer! The main thing was the positive attitude we received from you both. It was a big risk for you to take such a group and we thank you for the effort you all put in to make it a very memorable trip...
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| 17-Feb-1993 | Just a note to thank you all for making our holiday so enjoyable. It is a measure of your hospitality that we are now suffering from terminal depression and 'home-sickness'! Hence we are itching to sneak out later in the season. Maybe we will be able to come over for a long week-end. Enjoy the rest of your season, and hopefully we'll see you over the summer...
Pete and Jeanette |
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| 20-Jan-1993 | We'd like to thank you especially for all the extra work (we know) that goes into a skiing holiday for us. Carrying the 'bob', carrying Bob and carrying Bob in the 'bob' let alone in his wheelchair (he's promised to loose weight for next time)Its always very worrying when we go on holiday- not to be a burden, but you all made so, matter of fact, like a stroll in the park and therefore even more pleasurable. That thanks goes to everyone!
Jayne and Bob |
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| 20-Jan-1993 | Thankyou both for a fantastic week in a delightful chalet among friendly people and with excellent food and wine. It was quite the most enjoyable skiing holiday we've had. That the weather stayed fine for seven days was the crowning glory and perhaps the only thing not entirely down to you!
Jules |
| 01-Jan-1993 | A great end to 92 and a terrific start to 93. Thanks for the personal service, great food, laughs etc!
M R |
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| 01-Jan-1993 | The very best chalet holiday I've been on, many thanks for a great week
S D |
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| 30-Dec-1992 | Great, too cheap, incredible value
P P |
| 07-Jan-1992 | Thankyou for the most wonderful Christmas in Chamonix. Everything was so perfect- i'll never forget the superb goose Christmas dinner and the all around good cheer and friendship. Our only regret was having to leave before New Year! We are still dreaming of that 6 foot snow fall in the night - it's gone down in the record books now!
Lily and John |
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| 25-May-1992 | Excellent food. Have been spoilt all week, thanks
A G |
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| 14-Apr-1992 | A wonderful easy place to stay and that's not easy!
J D |
| 29-Mar-1992 | This is a rather belated note to say how much I enjoyed my stay at Les Houches. It was by far the best chalet holiday I've been on. The only problem was that it was too short so i'll have to make sure I come for a week next time!...
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| 27-Mar-1992 | Thanks for a wonderful holiday, it was a really special week, looking forward to next year...
C R |
| 25-Mar-1992 | Well it's Wednesday and the four of us are still constantly on the phone talking about what a fantastic week we've had.. All thanks to you of course! Anybody here even thinking about asking me about the holiday gets taken aside and given an hour of skiing chat including memorable 'dumps' (Gabby speak me thinks!) 'Pan handles' and others too numerous to mention. Ta for the video Tim- it's amazing how crap you look on the slopes when actually you think you are doing OK, well everyone who see's the vid gets the 'well it was a 70* run, about 30km to the chalet' etc etc!...all in all a truly fantastic week...
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| 20-Mar-1992 | Oh bliss, back home again, traffic jams, elections and a nice new cold!...Anyway thankyou ALL for a brilliant week. I can't think of anything better to do in February- or January, March, December...April!
Angela |
| 20-Mar-1992 | Thankyou for being wonderful hosts. We will see you again soon!
L E |
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| 10-Feb-1992 | Excellent value, best bedroom, great wine, personal guide, great company, should see me again!
M C |
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| 25-Jan-1992 | Who needs Tour Companies when you've got Huski to look after you! Many thanks to the team for giving their best & making it a splendid holiday.
C B |
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| 03-Jan-1992 | Wonderful chalet, snow, food, company. Next year we'll show you we can ski!
D S |
| 03-Jan-1992 | Just a short note to thankyou for a wonderful skiing week in Chamonix. I thoroughly enjoyed it as I am sure we all did, and who knows, you may have to put up with us again!
Nick D |
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| 19-Mar-1991 | Just a quick note to thankyou for the wonderful holiday; one week back to work however and I feel like I've lost all the benefit....Tell Graham to keep practising on the Bakewell Tarts (and the Chamonix tarts as well!)
Laurence |
| 06-Apr-1991 | Thanks for making my first ski holiday so enjoyable
S O |
| 07-Apr-1991 | ....here's a quick note to say 'hi' and many thanks for the bestest, most stupendous, brilliant week last month. We all agreed that it was the most enjoyable skiing holiday we've ever had, even beating last years week! After two seasons with you, with the kind, generous and warm hospitality you all showed us, with incredible enthusiasm I might add (in sometimes very rowdy conditions!) we're going to find it very difficult to not come back again next year....that is if we are allowed!...
Nick |
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| 08-Apr-1991 | Thanks for the great holiday yet again- we all had a thoroughly good time embellished by your good food, hospitality and forbearance with our antics.....
Jonathan |
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| 15-Feb-1990 | I thought I would drop you a quick line on behalf of all the boys to say thank-you very much for a wonderful holiday...the video has given a lot of people countless hours of entertainment, unfortunately the comments are not printable! Several of us are saving hard to see if we can fit in another week or so before the end of the season...
Martin |
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| 14-Mar-1990 | Just dropping you a line on behalf of us all to thank you very much. Everyone seemed to have had an excellent time. Regards to Anders and Helen. Do get in touch if any of you find yourselves 'north of the Watford gap'!
Jenny |
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| 03-Apr-1990 | Thanks very much indeed for an excellent holiday. The time and effort which you all put in to ensuring that we had the best skiing and the best entertainment was far and above anything any other chalet company has ever done for us....
John D |
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| 22-Apr-1990 | Memories of the Vallee Blanche will last forever, I'll recover! Perfect trip, good company
B H |
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| 13-Jan-1989 | The help and hospitality was well beyond the call of duty. Thanks loads
R A |
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| 11-Feb-1989 | Thanks to Tim, Gaby and Kate for a wonderful holiday with excellent food, advice and companionship
M B |