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Set up with the clear aim of specialising in family/child oriented holidays, based in Les Carroz d'Araches, 50 minutes from Geneva on the road to Chamonix. Run by a family with two small children (ages 7 and 9 ) there are five family suites with double bedroom plus bunk beds, shower and toilet. For the younger children, there is a separate bathroom with bath. The idea is to back these facilities up with the sort of service the owners themselves appreciate. SmokingNon-smoking chalet. Location of childcareIn-house. Childcare Staff QualificationsRun primarily by Caroline, an experienced mother. Staff to Child RatioReported ideally 1:3 but depending on the ages of the children. Ages to QualifyNewborn upwards. ChildcareFull or half days, for as many days as wished, bookable in advance, or bookable by the hour in resort, to allow parents to change plans for example depending on the weather. The charge is €90 for six half days per child, or €168 for six full days, including lunch. Hourly rates, subject to availability, are €8.50 per child. Exclusive Child Ski Lessons in EnglishNo but suggests and English speaking ski school (and creche) in the resort at which places can be booked through 360 Sun and Ski. BabysittingCan be arranged, subject to availability, at €8 per hour, per family. OtherThe chalet has been made safe for children, is equipped with baby equipment such as sterlisers and listeners, and has a range of entertainment options including videos, toys, sledges and books. Adult Guide Price€565. Travel there would be either self-drive or flight to Geneva and a transfer can be arranged at 50€ return per person. Alternatively the nearby stations of St Gervais le Fayet or Cluses are both on the TGV system, easily reached from Paris, with transfers available at €60 from St Gervais or €40 from Cluses. Child OffersAll children under 16 at the time of travel stay free of charge. This is generally limited to two children per adult but deals for more are negotiable. Food is payable at €40 per week for 1-3 years, €47 per week for 4-6 years, €55 per week for 7-10 years, €63 per week for 11-13 years, and €70 per week for 14-16 years. |
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