1. Coombe Boys/Girls Ski Trip 2017 Artesina, Italy Sat 1st- Sat 8th April 1

2. About Halsbury Travel Established Since 1986
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We are the UK’s largest independent School Tour Operator
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3. Artesina – Prato Nevoso
Mountain paradise

4. Breathtaking views across the valley

5. Beautiful pine-covered mountain trails

6. Outstanding skiing for all abilities

7. Piste map of your ski area

8. Cafés with a view!

9. Night skiing in Prato Nevoso

10. Resort info Prato Nevoso/Artesina
Both Prato Nevoso and Artesina are lovely villages with friendly atmospheres. They are safe and quiet but there are enough evening activities to keep school groups entertained all week. They are firm favourites with our groups, thanks to the excellent accommodation offering doorstep skiing, a friendly ski school and an extensive ski area which allows for quick progression. A quieter resort with a welcoming atmosphere, the improved links from Prato Nevoso to Artesina and Fabrosa Soprana have opened up the area which, when combined, form the extensive Mondole ski area making the ski pass even better value.
Two new runs were recently added so all levels of skier can now access both sides of the circuit. A huge installation of state-of-the-art snow cannons now means 95% of the runs are covered by artificial snow-making capability, ensuring good snow conditions even in mild weather.
Both Prato and Artesina have beginners slopes with minimal walking and easy runs both at village level and at altitude. For the 2016 season, Artesina will have a new covered magic carpet and improved beginner area. Progression here is excellent which means beginners can manage some lengthy blue and red runs before the end of the week. Intermediates have plenty of wide, long runs to enjoy, and for strong intermediates there are some tremendous reds, especially on the Artesina side.
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11. Ski Facts Beginners: **** Intermediate: **** Advanced: ***
Off-Piste Grade: **
Kms of Piste: 130km
No. of Runs: Blue 23, Red 20, Black 4
Longest Run: 5kms
Number of Lifts: 19
Highest Lift: 2150m
Lift Capacity: 26,413 skiers per hour
Snow-Making Facilities: Yes, 686 snow cannons
Cross Country: No
Glacier: No
Snowboarding: Yes, Boarding on all pistes plus Snow Park
Inclusive Lift Pass: Yes
Passport Photograph Required for lift pass: No
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12. Hotel Marguareis - Your 3 Star Ski Hotel
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13. Hotel Marguareis

14. Accommodation Hotel Marguareis***
The 3* Hotel Marguareis provides comfortable and secure accommodation only metres from the main piste. It is modern with many areas refurbished in the last couple of years. Bedrooms are very comfortable and the dining room is presented in a traditional Italian style. There is a bar overlooking the slopes and a pleasant sunny terrace, as well as plenty of spacious communal areas, one of which can be converted to host a disco or mini-cinema room. They also have their own fantastic pizza restaurant!
Location
The convenient location of this hotel really can not be beaten. The nursery slopes and lifts are within metres of the front door with the ski school and ski hire located right next to the hotel. This allows for doorstep skiing, easy access at lunchtime and at the end of the day, and it also means that skis almost never need to be carried. Shops and a supermarket are all nearby. Additional après-ski activities are nearby in Prato Nevoso (15 minutes away by coach).
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15. Hotel Marguareis

16. Hotel Marguareis

17. Ski Instruction and Equipment
Fully qualified local ski instructors
Morning and afternoon sessions daily (5 hours per day)
Modern ski equipment maintained by qualified ski technicians
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18. Itinerary Suggested check-list Saturday 1st April 2017
Coach arrival time: 16:15 Coombe Boys' School
Coach departure time: 16:45 Coombe Boys' School
Arrive Port: 19:15 Dover
Ferry Crossing: 20:15 Dover-Calais P&O Ferries
Sunday 2nd April 2017
15:00 approx. Arrive at the accommodation and leave bags in designated area
Meet Halsbury Ski Rep on arrival
Ski/Boot fitting (subject to time of arrival)
Evening Meal at the accommodation
Welcome meeting & briefing session with Halsbury Representative
Monday 3rd April 2017
Breakfast at the accommodation
Morning skiing
Lunch at the accommodation
Afternoon skiing
Evening Meal at the accommodation followed by après-ski activities
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19. Itinerary Suggested check-list Tuesday to Thursday
Breakfast at the accommodation
Morning skiing
Lunch at the accommodation
Afternoon skiing
Evening Meal at the accommodation followed by après-ski activities
Friday 7th April 2017
Check out from room (some rooms/facilities will be made available for showering in the afternoon)
Return ski equipment to the shop
Return lift passes to the lift pass office
Time to use shower and change
Evening Meal at the accommodation (this will be the last meal provided by Halsbury)
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20. Itinerary Suggested check-list Friday 7th April 2017
Depart: 20:45 Hotel Marguareis
Arrive Port: 13:20 (8th April) Calais
Ferry Crossing: 14:20 Calais-Dover P&O Ferries
Saturday 8th April 2017
Arrive at school: 17:15 approx. Coombe Boys' School
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21. Mountain etiquette Don’t push-in at the lift queues
Keep your speed in control
Respect those who aren’t as comfortable on the piste as you are
Give people a wide berth when overtaking
Remember that the skier/boarder in front of you has right of way

22. Ski clothing/equipment to bring
Suggested check-list
Ski clothing/equipment to bring
Ski jacket
Ski trousers (1 pair)
Thermal polyester base layers (2 sets)
Fleeces
Ski gloves (1 pair)
Ski hat
Ski socks (2-3 pairs should be fine)
Goggles (and sunglasses, but beware they may get broken/lost!)
High factor lipsalve & sunscreen
Ski tie (to hold skis together)
Rucksack
Warm, comfortable shoes/boots for the evenings (ideally waterproof)
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23. Other items to bring Suggested check-list Washing kit Night wear
Underwear and ordinary socks
Clothes to wear in evening
Bath towel (depending on hotel & will be confirmed by us nearer the trip date)
Warm, comfortable outdoor shoes/boots for the evenings (ideally waterproof)
Trainers or similar to wear in the hotel.
Normal gloves for non-skiing wear
A little English currency for the journey
Some Euros for the stay (we recommend no more than €100)
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24. Useful Tips
Bring some snacks for the journey; the first meal we provide will be dinner at the hotel on arrival
Bring a pillow for the journey (or a pillow case and use your coat – saves space in your luggage too!)
Take a selection of CD’s/DVD’s/MP3’s
Pack a pair of ski socks in your hand luggage ready for the ski fit as you arrive
Take some energy bars to eat when you are skiing
Get fit!

25. PLEASE ENSURE YOU ALL TAKE YOUR EHIC CARD
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26. Have a great trip!
…so be prepared!
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