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So as Easter creeps around the corner and we wave farewell to March, the sunshine has shown no sign of easing up here in Verbier – but as we welcome the inevitable influx of visitors to the village, it seems we may have a little Easter treat for everyone, with the possibility of some fresh snow around the end of this week. Fingers crossed.
This week has seen some more amazing skiing conditions and although it’s been chilly, the beating sun has been causing ski smiles everywhere. There’s been some great music as well as a gripping rugby match, and with a Verbier Harlem Shake looking to rip up Place Central this Wednesday, there looks to be even more excitement to come.
You may have heard that Le Mouton Noir has taken over Les Ruinettes building and there's been some great changes going on. They've now got a self service restaurant downstairs and the bar and party terrace upstairs. The huge terrace is sectioned in two parts, one side with table and chairs for eating, split by a performance stage where the parties will be happening.
Just as we were getting used to bare patches and afternoon slush, this season had another little treat up its sleeve – dropping a couple of feet of fresh snow for us over Sunday and Monday. Not entirely sure where it came from given the clear skies and temperatures before and after, but no complaints at all, as when the sun returned on Tuesday, it meant one of the best days of the season up the mountain, with fresh tracks pretty much everywhere you turned.
As the crowds filter out of the resort after, what seems like, endless back-to-back half term weeks across Europe, we have been gifted with some fresh snow! Just as we had all pushed those winter thermals to the back of the closet and the goggles had been exchanged for sunglasses, good old Mother Nature has said guess again. Definitely no complaints though, as right now there is some great spring skiing to be had without the hint of any lift lines to slow down your day.
As the sunny weather drenches the resort in rays it’s once again time to hang up the poles for another year. A season like none other in terms of snowfall, events and partying, just where has this season gone? If you’re hanging around for the next week or two, don’t despair however, as there’s still fun to be had.
Another season, another snowfall and this one has seemed relentless. Having had nearly 1.5m of snow fall in the past week, someone has certainly given the snow-globe a good shaking and turned the resort of Verbier, our chilly winter wonderland, into one giant snowflake.
December is such a crazy month for everyone in resort whether you are working or on holiday. The population quickly rises from 3,000 to nearly 40,000 in a matter of weeks and making a decision on where to celebrate Christmas and New Year's Eve is a hard decision.
So it’s getting hot over here. There hasn’t been even the slightest hint of a cloud in the sky this week and we’ve had t-shirts and red faces all round. The snow has rather predictably suffered though, so haul yourselves from under the covers and get up the mountain early if you’re not a fan of riding and rolling through the slush.
The newly renovated TBAR in the centre of town has played host to some legendary parties over a 10 year period in Verbier. With new control,a new look and new bar menus, now is the time to go in and enjoy everything they have to offer.
Sun sun sun and snow snow snow. What could be a better combination? With tons of snow still left on the mountain and seemingly endless beautiful sunny days, this week in Vebier has been postcard perfect.
Nearly all who have been lucky enough to make it to Verbier this week have borne witness to a Christmas and New Year period like no other. As the dawning of January often brings the winter blues to those stuck in the ‘real’ world, post-party period depression is a thing of myth in this snowy wonderland. So as we all begin to recover from the incessant, self-inflicted over-indulgence, let’s have a look back at what treats the last week has brought us.
Whether you need a big breakfast, some fuel for the mountain or recovery from a late night, Offshore’s here to start your day.
The Christmas period, with its mulled wine, mistletoe kisses and numerous social activities, is always a great time of year. But when you’re living in the mountains, late December hits new levels of excitement: with a guaranteed white Christmas, a picturesque mountain scene and more parties than you can shake a holly bush at, its all going Christmas crazy in Verbier. So on that note, who’s excited?
A new way of dining and partying has arrived this season with Scandinavian and Eastern European influences.
Finally the heavens have opened and sprinkled our favourite white powder all over the 4 Valleys! As those valiant enough to brave the elements have reached for the thermals, many have taken the cold weather as an excuse to party. After all, what better way to keep warm than by après ski festivities at The Farinet Aprés Ski Bar or a warming vin chaud at The Loft?
First, and most importantly, a very Happy New Year to everyone from Verbier. Secondly, welcome to the first report of the winter from me - I’m delighted to be guiding you through the latest and greatest of happenings in Verbier in 2012.
With an epic amount of snow fall the week before xmas it has been no surprise that mulled wine has been a common thread of my first week in Verbier. A more unique (yet equally warming) drink has also crept in thanks to one bar tender at Le Rouge whipping up a chilli and vodka shot to go with their complimentary parma ham. Le Rouge is definitely one of my favourite haunts so far, you can not argue with a good fire and quality music, I literally want to melt into the chairs when I go in there and it is perfect for when you come in from the slopes.