STI SKIWISE 2010/11

SKIING FOR SCHOOLS

01527 837066www.skiwise.net

2010/11

2 WELCOME

It’s been an exciting year at STI Skiwise.After another greatseason on the slopes,we’ve also been delightedto receive the LOTC QualityBadge Award and Assured Statusof the School Travel Forum as official recognitionfor the hard work and commitment of our team.Despite the continued economic uncertainty,we’re pleased to say that we're taking awaymore school trips than ever before, when lots of operators are struggling.

So what makes STI Skiwise different?Well, mainly it’s the personal service. Taking a hands-onapproach to everyone we work with is important. We’re nottoo big – so you won't just feel like a number – but we’re bigenough to give you a fantastic amount of quality andchoice. We’re flexible enough to offer a budget that’s realisticand small enough to care. That’s why so much of our businesscomes from referrals, repeaters and recommendations! Oh, and by the way, we introduced our 100% no surchargeguarantee even though we took a hit with the fall in thepound, so that none of our schools had to pay a penny morethan we’d said. Just because we felt it was the right thing to do.

From friendly advice, inspection trips and presentationevenings to a fabulous experience in resort, Martyn and histeam are here to help. Plus you’ll have the peace of mind ofworking with an AiTO bonded operator, that’s been helpingschools for nearly 20 years! Here’s some more good news tofinish. Did you know that you can now enjoy more ski time onyour 2011 trip in fewer days and for less money?

Call us now to find out how we can save you £s and why more and more schools are putting their faith in us.

ContentsAUSTRIAAltenmarkt/Zauchensee 4Wagrain 5Obervellach 6Auffach/Oberau 7

FRANCEVillard de Lans 8Les Deux Alpes 9Morzine/Avoriaz 10

ITALYPasso Tonale 11Falcade 12Aprica 13Folgaria 14Montecampione 15

SWITZERLANDSaas Fee 16

BULGARIABorovets 17

IMPORTANT INFORMATIONGuidance notes 18

HOW TO BOOKA simple guide 19

FREE PLACES, ASCL COURSES & INSPECTION VISITSOur 1:7 free place ratio for coach tours is already the best around, but we also offergroup leader family concessions as an additional perk as well. Thereʼs free assistancewith the planning and preparation of your trip and a free in house après-ski packagetoo. Whatʼs more, we offer ad hoc informal inspection visits to our resorts throughoutthe season, which are fully refundable when you book your trip with us. By populardemand another ASCL course is being planned again next winter and more of ourfree regional ski and sport presentation evenings are also being scheduled. Pleasesee the ʻWhatʼs Includedʼ section opposite and call us now for further details.

SAVE£1000

SPORT & SKI DEALAs school sports specialists – hereʼs an incredible double deal to match our unbeatable service.Refer us a sports tour from theschool and both groups can save a bundle! Subject to the numberstravelling, we can save the schoolas much as £1,000. Why not talk itover and see whoʼs planning whatin the near future. Our fantasticpackages include everything from pro-coaching, tournaments,festivals and tours. Now would bethe perfect time to get in touch.Terms and conditions apply –please ask for details.18 YEARS

Sports travel since 1992

WHAT’S TYPICALLY INCLUDED:▲ STI Skiwise representative

▲ Executive coach transportationfrom door to door

▲ Return Dover-Calais ferrycrossings

▲ 6 nights full boardaccommodation

▲ Extra dinner on departure day

▲ 6 days lift pass for skiing

▲ 6 days x 4 hours instruction

▲ 6 days ski equipment hire

▲ STI Skiwise insurance

▲ Parents’ evening presentation

▲ In house après ski package

N.B. Flight trips also include:▲ 1 extra night accommodation

▲ return flights from the UK

▲ return airport transfersabroad

FREE PLACES & CONCESSIONS:▲ 1:7 free staff place ratio

(coach tours)

▲ 1:10 free staff place ratio (flight tours)

▲ Group leader family concessions

3WELCOME

Call us on 01527 837066 or visit our website www.skiwise.net

Folgaria

FalcadePasso Tonale

Wagrain

AltenmarktZauchensee

ITALY

SWITZERLANDFRANCE

GERMANY

Auffach/Oberau

Obervellach

Les Deux AlpesVillard de Lans

Saas FeeAprica

MontecampioneMorzine/Avoriaz

AUSTRIA

SLOVENIA

CZECH REPUBLIC

The School Travel Forum is a group of leading school tour operators who

promote good practice and safety in school travel. All Assured Members

of the STF adhere to a rigorous Code of Practice and Safety Management

Standards and are externally verified each year by suitably qualified

independent Health and Safety professionals.

Choosing an STF Assured Member ensures teachers and schools are meetingthe requirements of DfES and Scottish Executive guidelines and that they candelegate important tasks with confidence.

During the course of developing the STF Code of Practice, and in addition toliaising with the DfES, advice has been sought from all leading educationalUnions and Associations. The STF initiative is welcomed by the OutdoorEducation Advisors Panel (OEAP) and the DfES. It has the support of theASCL, NAHT, ATL, NUT, PAT and the NASUWT advises members wishing to organise school trips to use companies that have this type of scheme.

Destinations

Borovets

BULGARIA

GREECE TURKEY

SAFETY ON SCHOOL VISITSA MAJOR INITIATIVE TO HELP TEACHERS AND SCHOOLS

Sports Travel International Ltd. t/a

STI Skiwise is an Assured Member

of the School Travel Forum.

Supported by NAHT, ASCL, ATL,

NUT and PAT

Details of the School Travel Forum

Code of Practice are available from

us on request.

4 AUSTRIA

AltenmarktAltenmarkt is situated at the heart of the Sportwelt Amadé skiregion. Being at 856m above sea level guarantees skiing from the beginning ofDecember to the end of April. Altenmarkt & Zauchensee were the venues for theAlpine World Cup finals in 2002 due to the fantastic variety of slopes available.

Highlights▲ Superb hotel leisure facilities▲ Vast ski area▲ Traditional Austrian village▲ Doorstep skiing in Zauchensee

Ski FactsAdvanced ★★★★

Intermediate ★★★★★

Beginners/Children ★★★★★

Snow making facilities yesNumber of lifts 120Marked runs 320kmVillage altitude 856mTop station 2240m

The Skiing Altenmarkt is a perfect base to accessthe Ski Amadé region, regarded by mostBritish professional skiers and coachesas some of the best skiing in Europe.There are slopes for all abilities, with theFlachau base station only a 5 minutedrive from the hotel. Doorstep skiing isavailable from Zauchensee.

Après Ski The Ennstalerhof hotel in Altenmarktoffers swimming, ice-skating and tubing, weather permitting. A visit to the Amadé ʻWorld of Waterʼ in nearbyWagrain is always a popular choice.Bowling is also on offer in several hotels in the area including theZauchenseehof.

www.sportwelt-amade.com Also see page 5 for Sportwelt Amadé piste map

Hotel Ennstalerhof

Hotel Zauchenseehof

AccommodationYou will be staying at the HotelEnnstalerhof about 10 minuteswalking distance from the centre ofthe village. This comfortably furnishedsport hotel is specially designed tocater for youth groups and offers ahigh standard of accommodation.The hotel boasts its own swimmingpool, cinema, disco, gym and tabletennis rooms. Alternatively, hostel-style accommodation is available inZauchensee with the attraction ofdoorstep skiing.

5AUSTRIA


WagrainWagrain is situated in the Sportwelt Amadé ski region in Austria. At850m, the resort guarantees skiing from December through to April.The picturesque town boasts many shops, restaurants and bars andfrom here you can ride the gondolas to two separate mountains!

Highlights▲ Vast ski area▲ Walking distance to après ski▲ Doorstep skiing

Ski FactsAdvanced ★★★




AccommodationPension Oberwimm is situatedabout 5 minutes walking distancefrom the centre of the town. Thiscomfortably furnished pension,with private facilities in all rooms,caters ideally for youth groups.Facilities include games room andindoor basketball court. Furtheraccommodation is also provided at the Pension Striedlhof. Groupshave sole occupancy here and allbedrooms have private facilities.

The Skiing Enjoy doorstep skiing from your hotel.Wagrain is a perfect base to access theSki Amadé region and some of the finestskiing in Europe is to be found here.There are slopes for all abilities with thenearest gondola lift only a 100m walkfrom the hotel.

Après Ski The Amadé ʻWorld of Waterʼ swimmingcomplex and ice-skating are both withinwalking distance of the Oberwimm. Theaccommodation itself has its own discoand can provide toboggans on request.Tubing is also possible at our other hotelin Altenmarkt. Bowling is available atseveral hotels in the area.

Pension Oberwimm

Pension Striedlhof

www.sportwelt-amade.com Also see page 4 for Sportwelt Amadé piste map

ObervellachObervellach is not one of Austria’s best known ski resorts but offers some of thehighest skiing areas in Carinthia. The small town has multi coloured buildingsalong the main high street giving it a typical Tyrolean feel. There are severalshops, cafes and restaurants.

Highlights▲ High Austrian pistes▲ Skiing for all abilities▲ Glacier skiing


Intermediate ★★★★

Beginners/Children ★★★★


AccommodationThe 3 star Hotel Bodner is ideally situated to enable easyaccess to the two main ski areas.The hotel offers a warm andfriendly welcome. All rooms areen-suite and have televisions andtelephones. The hotel is only ashort drive from Obervellach andthe local après ski.

The Skiing Two good ski areas are only a shortcoach ride away from the hotel. TheAnkogel has a great beginnerʼs areawhile the Molltaler Glacier reaches over3000m. Both areas boast well groomedpistes from late November through tothe end of April, with the Molltaler glacieroffering skiing all year round!

Après Ski The area offers a variety of après skiincluding swimming, bowling, and indoor ice skating.

Hotel Alpenhof

Hotel Bodner

www.flattach.at

6 AUSTRIA

7AUSTRIA


Auffach/OberauOberau is situated at 936m above sea level and lies in the centre of the Wildschönau skiarea. Our pensions are based in Mühltal, a short bus journey to the Auffach ski area withOberau and Neiderau a five and ten minute bus ride away respectively. Oberau villagehas shops, bars and restaurants but maintains its family feeling throughout the season.

Highlights▲ Great choice for beginners▲ Excellent après ski▲ Superb value for money





AccommodationThe Pension Schwaighof with 70beds offers basic but comfortableaccommodation with private facilitiesin all the bedrooms. The pension isonly a few minutes walk from thevillage of Mühltal. In favourableconditions, advanced groups can skiall the way back to the Schwaighof.Other accommodations offered here include the Pension Angerhof which boasts en-suite facilities in most rooms and the PensionSteinerhof.

The Skiing This superb ski area offers a variety of skiing for all abilities with Oberauoffering excellent slopes for thebeginners, Auffach being an ideal base for intermediates and Neiderauproviding a greater challenge for themore adventurous skier.

Après Ski Swimming is available at the brand new arena in Worgl. Floodlit iceskating, tobogganingand bowling are alsoclose at hand.

Pension Schwaighof

www.wildschoenau.com

8 FRANCE

Villard de LansThe beautiful French villages of Villard de Lans and Corrençon stretch out along thefoothills of the Grande Moucherolle mountain, standing at 2285m. Villard de Lans isthe home club of Olympic 2002 downhill Champion, Carole Montillet, who is thrilledto be able to recommend her local resort to our school groups.

Highlights▲ Excellent variety of pistes▲ Hotels in tranquil location▲ Superb après ski





The Skiing The ski area in Villard and Corrençon isforever growing with investment in newlifts and new slopes being added yearon year. Beginners are spoiled forchoice here both in Rambins village andthe new area in Ribambel. Intermediatesand advanced skiers can access themountains from 4 separate areas –

Les Glovettes, Cote 2000, Clos de laBalme and Corrençon village.

Après Ski This is a great resort for school groups with an abundance of après ski available. Activities here includebowling, ice skating, swimming and a fantastic new tubing park.

AccommodationWe have 3 hotels in the area,each of which provides acomfortable and friendly base for school groups to explore theregion. The hotel Les Girard has100 beds, all en-suite and issituated 4km outside the villagecentre. The hotel La Source isonly a 5 minute walk from thecentre and offers sole occupancyfor groups of 40 persons, while forlarger groups, hotel Les Mélèzescan accommodate up to 70.

Hotel Les Mélèzes

www.ot-villard-de-lans.fr

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9FRANCE


Les Deux AlpesLes Deux Alpes is a very popular snow-sure resort offering excellent high altitude skiingon the Mont De Lens glacier at over 3200m. From here there are magnificent panoramicviews of Mont Blanc, Ventoux and the Ecrins mountain range. The village itself nestlesbetween the steep ski slopes and the ‘Diable’ gondola is a short walk from your chalet.

Highlights▲ Glacier skiing▲ Guaranteed snow▲ Top premier resort▲ Excellent après ski

Ski FactsAdvanced ★★★★★




AccommodationThe Chalet Saint Benoit is just a5 minute walk from the foot of thegondola and heart of the village. Allthe bedrooms are en-suite, mostlyfor 6 persons sharing. There is agames room here with table footballand table tennis, television room and a large self-service restaurantlooking out over the glacier of La Muzelle. ʻLes Chamoisʼaccommodation in nearby Venoscoffers sole occupancy with 75 beds.The chalet is only a 5 minute walk tothe gondola which takes you up intothe ski area of Les Deux Alpes.

The Skiing Fantastic skiing can be found here inone of Franceʼs premier ski resorts. With220km of piste and the glacier standingat 3200m above sea level, there is asuperb variety of slopes to suit all agesand abilities.

Après Ski This lively village offers an abundanceof après ski to keep your group busy forthe whole week. Traditional favouritesinclude ice skating and swimming, bothof which are free with your lift pass, aswell as tobogganing and bowling – allwithin easy reach of your chalet.

www.les2alpes.com

10 FRANCE

Morzine/AvoriazSituated midway between Mont Blanc and Lake Geneva these lively alpinevillages form a part of the immense traditional ski area ‘Portes du Soleil’. With theneighbouring village of Les Gets there is over 200kms of varied piste to suit skiersof all ages and abilities from Morzine. Groups can now ski Avoriaz too.

Highlights▲ Extensive ski area▲ Great après ski▲ Traditional alpine village





The Skiing The huge ʻPortes du Soleilʼ is a stunningski region made up of many separate skivillages in France and over the border intoSwitzerland. With over 200kms of pistes,the ski area encompassing Morzine andLes Gets will offer you a fantastic week ofskiing. The Avoriaz ski pass is available as an alternative or at a supplement toencompass all the ʻPortes du Soleilʼ area.

Après Ski Here in Morzine and the neighbouringLes Gets there is plenty of après skiideal for school groups. Activities includeindoor and outdoor ice skating, bowling,swimming and tobogganing. Yourfriendly chalet hosts can also organise a barbecue on the pistes and a flavourof local French cuisine.

AccommodationChalet Les Flocons offerscomfortable group accommodationfor up to 90 guests in 2-4 personen suite bedrooms. There areseveral games and televisionrooms as well as a staff meetingroom, basketball court and disco.The chalet is situated just 300mfrom the centre of Morzine andhalf a mile to the ski station, linked by the free shuttle service.Alternatively, the chalet ʻLesChevreuilsʼ, which is situatedhalfway between Morzine andAvoriaz, gives groups the option of skiing either resort.

Chalet Les Flocons

www.morzine.com

11ITALY


Passo TonalePasso Tonale is one of Italy’s highest ski resorts standing at over 1800m above sea level.It is a purpose built resort high above the tree line and boasts the spectacular Presenaglacier which guarantees snow and allows skiing through the summer too. The villagehas a good choice of bars and shops and remains a favourite with school groups.

Highlights▲ Doorstep skiing▲ High altitude with stunning

scenery▲ Guaranteed snow▲ Lively après ski





AccommodationOur accommodation is based inthe 2 star Hotel Biancaneve withen suite bedrooms. From here youare within walking distance of thelift system. Groups can relax in thegames/video room. For groupslooking for a little more luxury, anupgrade is possible to the 4 starHotel Piandineve. Here you canenjoy doorstep skiing by day andthe disco, health suite, multi-gymand sauna in the evening.

The Skiing The resort is excellent for beginnerswith slopes on both sides of the valleyenabling easy and quick progression.The north facing slopes caterpredominantly for beginners andintermediates whilst the south facingslopes provide more challenging terrain

for the better intermediate andadvanced skiers.

Après Ski There is a large choice of après skiavailable here including ice-skating,swimming and bowling as well as plentyof local shops and bars.

Hotel Piandineve

www.passotonale.it

12 ITALY

FalcadeThe resort of Falcade is situated in the heart of the 3 ValliDolomiti ski region and is an excellent resort for schools. The village is steeped in history with many older buildings giving the resort a lovely traditional feel. There are several local bars, shops and restaurants.

Highlights▲ High altitude ▲ Ideal for beginners and

intermediates▲ Stunning scenery





AccommodationThe 3 star Hotel San Giusto is just500m from the ski lifts. There are100 bedrooms in the hotel. Facilitieshere include games rooms, theatre,disco, gym and a small swimmingpool. The 3 star Hotel Pineta issituated in the centre of thepicturesque village and just a 5minute bus journey to the slopes.

The Skiing The 3 resorts of Falcade, Passo SanPellegrino and Moena provide a superbvariety of slopes for all abilities. With100kms of slopes to choose from, ourgroups are certainly spoilt for choicewith long blue and red runs leadingdown to the three valley bases.

Après Ski An après ski package is available withswimming at the San Giusto hotel andalso at the local pool. Outdoor iceskating is only a short walk from the San Giusto and snow tubing is on offer from a local mountain lodge.

Hotel Pineta

Hotel San Giusto

www.falcadedolomiti.it

13ITALY


ApricaThe resort of Aprica is situated in the heart of the Valtellina ski region. With the Palabione mountain towering above, the village still occupies a wonderful sunny position in the valley. Aprica is an excellent addition to our programme and is an ideal base for school groups.

Highlights▲ Hotel close to ski lifts▲ Ideal for beginners and

intermediates▲ Superb après ski





The Skiing Following the addition of several newlifts, the extended network now enableseasier access to the beginners slopes.There is a superb variety of pistesthroughout the resort with the beautifultree lined runs up at Piana de Galli aswell as some big wide slopes leading tothe Palabione lifts down in the village.

Après Ski An après ski package is availablewith the modernindoor pool, sportscomplex and floodlitice skating rink all nearby.

AccommodationThe 3 star Hotel Antares is just afew hundred metres from the skilifts and offers door step skiing.There are 52 bedrooms in thisaccommodation, all offering privatefacilities. The hotel also has twogames rooms, theatre and bars.

Hotel Antares

www.aprica.it

14 ITALY

FolgariaThe resort of Folgaria is situated in the highlands of Trentino. The elegant village has style and character and is full of historicalinterest and charm. The ski lift system has developed over the last few years and provides a large interlinked area to suit all ski abilities.

Highlights▲ Great resort for school groups▲ Ideal for beginners and

intermediates▲ Superb après ski





AccommodationThe 3 star Park Hotel Miramonti is one of five hotels in and aroundthe resort of Folgaria that we canoffer. All the hotels offer privatefacilities in the rooms and haveexcellent leisure facilities. The skilifts are just a short coach journeyfrom all the hotels.

The Skiing With recent new investment and new lift systems, the resort now offers afantastic range of skiing to cater for allabilities. There are the beautiful treelined slopes up at Serrada or the bigwide open slopes at Fondo Piccolo tochoose from. With more improvementsplanned, Folgaria is enhancing itsreputation as being one of the bestresorts for school groups in Italy.

Après Ski An après ski package is available withswimming, ice skating at the newly builtrink and bowling. There is a sportscentre in Folgaria itself too.

www.folgaria.net

Hotel Monte Maggio

Hotel Miramonti

15ITALY


MontecampioneMontecampione is one of Italy’s newest and most exclusive purpose built ski resortsand easily accessible by the motorway network from Milan. The hotel enjoys a fantasticlocation at the bottom of the slopes with the benefit of doorstep skiing. The small villagehas several shops and pizzerias, and ice-skating and swimming for après ski.

Highlights▲ Doorstep skiing▲ Panoramic views▲ Hot lunches available▲ Swimming pool at the hotel

Ski FactsAdvanced ★★


Beginners/Children ★★★


AccommodationThe 3 star Hotel Montacampione1200 has a fantastic location in thecentre of the village and has theadded advantage of doorstep skiing.The hotel can accommodate up to300 people, all in en-suite roomswith television. Other facilitiesinclude swimming pool, TV room,disco and sauna.

The Skiing The resort is interconnected over fourmountains and has 60km of pistes to suit allabilities. Most of the skiing is above the treeline, offering fantastic panoramic views overthe Presolana mountains. The nursery slopesand blue run are directly behind the hotel fordoorstep skiing.

Après Ski Ice skating can be organised in the resort,while there is an excellent swimming pool at the hotel. Ten pin bowling is an eveningexcursion away from the resort if required.

www.montecampione.it

Swimming pool at Hotel Montacampione

Hotel Montacampione

16 SWITZERLAND

Saas FeeSaas Fee is situated 1800m above sea level and is surrounded bywonderful glacial formations. With skiing at over 3000m this resortoffers a fantastic range of skiing for all abilities. The small town is fullof charm and character and is a safe and tranquil traffic-free zone.

Highlights▲ Guaranteed snow▲ All year round skiing▲ Charming traffic-free village

Ski FactsAdvanced ★★★★★




The Skiing Called ʻthe pearl of the Alpsʼ, Saas Fee is ringed by 13 separate peaks of13,000ft where the snow is permanentthroughout the year. There is anabundance of slopes to keep all gradesof skier happy throughout their stay. Thebeginnersʼ slopes are nestled on theedge of town with the intermediate and

advanced slopes reached by gondolasand the funicular railway.

Après Ski A package is available with swimming at the leisure centre in Saas Fee andtobogganing close by the hotel. Iceskating and bowling are on offer in thenearby village of Saas Grund.

AccommodationThe 3 star Hotel Europa offers100 beds and all rooms haveprivate facilities. There is also a cozy dining room, bar andrestaurant. The sauna and steambaths will help you relax after abusy day skiing. The hotel boastswonderful panoramic views of theglacier and itʼs just a few minuteswalk to the village.

Hotel Europa

www.saas-fee.ch

17BULGARIA


BorovetsBorovets is Bulgaria’s oldest and best established ski resort dating back to the 19thcentury. Situated on the Northern slopes of the beautiful Rila mountain at an altitude of 1350m, the town is now internationally renowned. With a consistently good snowrecord, variety of skiing and excellent après ski, it’s great value for money for schools.

Highlights▲ Excellent resort for beginners▲ Doorstep skiing▲ Great value for money





AccommodationThe Hotel Breza is wonderfullylocated in the centre of the resort, just a short walk from thegondola. With the benefit ofdoorstep skiing, the hotel alsooffers sole occupancy for groups,with a capacity of approximately50 beds. All bedrooms haveprivate facilities. Alternativeaccommodation at the Hotel Mura is also available.

The Skiing The well developed lift system ofBorovets carries up to 16,000 touristsper hour and provides quick access tothe ski lifts. The mountain slopes totalover 40km and have lasting snow coverfrom November through until May. Theski area offers an excellent variety ofruns for every level of skier.

Après Ski There is a wide variety of après skiavailable including, swimming, bowling,ice-skating and discos. A traditionalBulgarian folk evening can be organisedon request in one of the many localcafes and bars.

Hotel Mura

Hotel Breza

www.borovets-bg.com

18 IMPORTANT INFORMATIONThere are many key ingredients to your ski trip and choosing your preferred destination from theprevious pages is naturally an important decision.While the specific package inclusions will be outlinedin your individual ʻSchool Ski Trip Proposalʼ, some ofthe common elements are highlighted below.

ACCOMMODATIONWe have a varied selection of accommodations on offer throughout the brochure, all of which have been visited by STI staff or our representatives andchecked for their suitability for our groups. Theseinclude hotels, pensions, hostels and chalets inmany different destinations. Most bedrooms are en-suite although some units may have sharedwashroom or toilet facilities along the corridor. As local accommodation classifications vary indifferent countries, please read the descriptionscarefully or ask us for further details beforedeciding whether a particular destination is right for you and your group. Our packages are normally based on a full board basis. Subject to confirmation this means that you will receivebreakfast and dinner daily at your accommodation,from where you will also take a packed lunch eachday. An extra dinner is included before you leave atthe end of your trip (coach tours only).

TRAVELCOACH: Your travel arrangements are an importantpart of your tour, and it is our belief that you shouldtravel in comfort and safety. Unlike some operators,an executive coach is included free of charge in yourtour price, for door to door travel throughout the tour.Your coach will typically be equipped with seatbelts,reclining seats, video (or DVD), stereo, air circulationsystem, microphone and toilet. Tour drivers are alsoan important part of the tour, so you should find yourdrivers to be experienced, friendly and reliable. Manygroups request the same drivers time and again.Where coach travel is provided by suppliers inoverseas countries, we contract reputable localcompanies to handle all the necessary journeysincluding airport and excursion transfers asstipulated, but while they comply with localregulations, please bear in mind that these may be different to standards here in the UK.

FERRY: We use the ferry services of P&O Ferriesand SeaFrance from Dover to Calais (75-90 minutes)for most of our tour groups. With refurbished andimproved vessels, you can eat and drink on board incomfort as you sail across to mainland Europe. Wealso use the fast and popular Eurotunnel service (35-40minutes from Folkestone to Calais) although asupplement is sometimes required for groups wishingto use this service.

FLIGHTS: As ATOL holders (5675) we are delightedto be able to offer our groups flight-inclusivepackages to many of our favourite destinations. Weuse a range of different airlines from major nationalcarriers such as British Airways and Alitalia to the no-frills airlines including Ryanair, easyJet and Jet2. Aswell as a huge selection from London, there are anumber of possibilities from regional airports aroundthe UK. However, although we will always take intoconsideration your preferred departure airport ortravel time, we cannot guarantee this especially asmany bookings are accepted in advance of airlineschedules and route confirmations being released.Please also bear in mind that there may be very littleflexibility in booking seats with a number of theseairlines. As such, any requests for passenger namechanges after a booking has been received may wellbe subject to substantial amendment fees asimposed by the airlines and such conditions areoutside of our control. Our packages do not allow for the carriage of ski equipment which would need to be booked separately at a supplement. You will beadvised of the weight restrictions imposed by yourairline, and any surcharges that may be appropriateon confirmation of your flight details, on final payment.

SKI NOTESSKI TUITION: Our standard ski trip packages allinclude 4 hours tuition on each of 6 days unlessotherwise stated on your proposal and confirmation.

Lessons are provided on the basis of 1 instructor to every 12 pupils. Staff places and/or concessionsdo not count towards this instructor/pupil ratios. Ifagreed with the instructors you may, at your owndiscretion, request to vary the group sizes within yourparty, to take account of any uneven split of ages andabilities. Extra instructors may be available at asupplementary charge on request. Each 2 hourinstruction time allocation may be marginally less aslocal instructors may require time to transfer toanother group, in accordance with local regulations.Our arrangements do not oblige our ski instructors to remain with your group during the lunch breakalthough they may on occasion choose to do so. It isa condition of booking that as party leader, you agreethat pupils will ski or snowboard only on marked andpatrolled pistes and be supervised at all times whileskiing either by your partyʼs teachers, providing theyare competent skiers, or by the appointed skiinstructors contracted by us on your behalf.

SKI EQUIPMENT: Our standard ski trip packagesall include the hire of skis and boots for 6 days,unless otherwise stated in your proposal andconfirmation. As party leader you acceptresponsibility for ensuring that all your party ispresent at the appointed time for the safe fitting and collection of equipment and for the return of thesame when appropriate and advised to do so. Thecondition of equipment should be checked prior toacceptance and again on return and any damagessettled with the supplier direct if required. Lost ordamaged goods may be covered under insurance,subject to the terms and conditions of the policy.Equipment, including details of sizes required mustbe ordered in advance to guarantee availability inresort. Those individuals requiring sizes larger thanboot size 11 may wish to give consideration tobringing their own ski boots as the stock of biggersizes is always extremely limited.

HELMETS: For a number of years there has beenconsiderable debate on the subject of whetherhelmets should be worn for all snowsports (alpineskiing, snow-boarding, snow-blading). Until now, thesame authorities have required only those that usesnowboards or blades, or where the law of the countryso dictates, to wear helmets. Currently, young peopleunder the age of 14 must wear helmets in Italy and inmany parts of Austria. The Federation Internationalede Ski (FIS) now strongly recommends that all skiersand snowboarders, regardless of ability and age, usehelmets. The AfPE (Association for PhysicalEducation) has recently also advised its members thathelmets should be worn. The majority of the membersof the Snowsports England Schools and YouthCommittee voted to recommend to the governing bodythat the wearing of helmets should be recommended.Helmets must be correctly fitted and appropriate forpurpose. These may be rented in advance from usand fitted by specialist suppliers on location.

SKI PASSES: Many ski lift companies now require a list of all pupilsʼ names and dates of birth on school headed paper, to be prepared in advance andbrought with you as party leader, if not supplied inadvance. Individual photos may also be required.The ski areas covered by lift passes as advised andadvertised by us may occasionally be subject tochange. Any such change resulting fromamendments made by local lift companies or resortauthorities is strictly outside our control and we canaccept no responsibility for any reduction in ski areacaused by any such amendment or decision.

SNOW CONDITIONS: We cannot acceptresponsibility for snow or weather conditionswhich may affect skiing, boarding, skating or other such activities during your trip. Should badweather and local conditions dictate that your skiand/or other contracted activities not be possible,then we will attempt to organise for transferswithin the region to accommodate you, subject toregional limitations. You may be covered for pisteclosure by your insurance, subject to the termsand conditions of your policy. The decision of yourski school or instructors on the suitability of snow

conditions is final and we accept no responsibilityfor your party whatsoever for any action taken byyou, which is not wholly in accordance with these conditions.

HEALTH & SAFETY: You should seek medicaladvice if you are in any doubt about your fitness totravel and participate in the activities on the trip. Forthose travelling to high altitude resorts, it is yourresponsibility, if you deem relevant, to contact yourdoctor in advance, as individuals may encounterdifficulties at high altitude. Travellers from the UKshould travel with an EHIC (European HealthInsurance Card) – the replacement for the E111.Eligible travellers from the UK are entitled to receive free or reduced-cost medical care in manyEuropean countries on production of a valid EHICcard. Application forms are available at the PostOffice or online at www.dh.gov.uk/travellers. Pleasealso refer to the ʻHealth Advice for Travellersʼbooklet available from Post Offices for moreinformation. Further details on travelling abroad canbe obtained by visiting www.fco.gov.uk/travel whichprovides important information including health andsafety issues.

SKIWISE REPS: A STI Skiwise rep is included as part of your package and someone will beallocated to your group. The role of the rep is tohelp you in resort with the organisation of youraccommodation, ski and après ski arrangements.The ski rep may travel out with you from the UK, ormeet with you on arrival at your accommodation.The rep cannot act as a member of your staff orassume responsibility for your students but willundoubtedly become an invaluable member of theteam during your stay. All reps are selected fortheir suitability in working with school groups.

APRES SKI: Après ski, including but not limited to,swimming, ice-skating, tobogganing and other eventsor activities that you may wish to take part in duringyour trip, can often be organised in advance, or pre-booked to ensure availability. However, even if paidfor or recommended by us, they do not form part of your package and are provided by outsidesuppliers. As such, participation in these is entirely at your own risk.

DOCUMENTATION & PHOTOS: You will be required to send us various details anddocumentation in the booking process and betweenbooking and departure and your prompt attention tothese is vital to ensuring the smooth running of yourtrip. A full passenger list is required to insure yourparty, inclusive of dates of birth and also at the pointof booking for flight tour packages. A full list of namesand dates of birth should also be supplied on schoolletterhead. A set of individual passport sized photosis also recommended.

STAYING SAFE & BEHAVIOUR: Group leaders,staff and pupils alike must take reasonable care fortheir own safety at all times. Being in a foreignenvironment on a school trip can be very exciting, but any tour brings with it certain risks which youshould attempt to minimise. Furthermore, in signingthe booking form you are also agreeing to our termsand conditions with reference to the conduct of yourgroup, including but not limited to damages andbehaviour. It must always be made absolutely clearto parents that skiing has inherent risks, that falls willhappen and that people can get hurt through no faultof their own or anyone else. Perhaps of far greaterimportance than protective equipment is following theFIS Ski-way Code, ensuring that skiers and boardersare in control and that their speed is limited to theirability and the situation.

TRAVEL INSURANCE: It is vital that everyone in your group travels with adequate cover. This iswhy our comprehensive ski trip travel insurance is included within your package. The full terms,conditions, and exclusions are incorporated within the certificate. Further details are shown in our ʻBooking Guidelines & Pricesʼ document,and you can see a full copy of the policy inadvance if you wish.

19IMPORTANT INFORMATION


TAKING YOUR SAFETY & SECURITY SERIOUSLYThe safety and wellbeing of ourclients is a priority. Procedures are in place to make sure that wetake every precaution possible to ensure best practice for thepreparation, organisation andoperation of your trip.

▲ Coach company checks includinglicence, insurance and safetydocumentation

▲ Accommodation audit reports andinspections to assess fire, safety,hygiene and suitability

▲ Training, experience andprofessionalism of our staff andrepresentatives

▲ Accident and emergencyprocedures and 24 hour assistance

▲ Encouraging you to take a staffinspection visit

▲ Free Before You Go Safety Guide▲ Fully bonded by AiTO Trust (coach

tours) and ATOL (flight tours) foryour financial security

▲ Members of AiTO and adherenceto the quality charter of theassociation

HOW TO BOOKHere is a simple step by step guide to booking your trip with STI SKIWISE

1 Once you have read the brochure, and are interested in one ormore of the trips we are offering – please call us to discuss the most suitable arrangements for your group, or to arrange a meeting.

2 Having decided where and when you wish to travel, and checkedwith us for availability, we will send you an individual ski tripproposal reconfirming the provisional details for the trip andoutlining the package inclusions. You will normally be offered a short option on the reservation subject to dates and destination.

3 Complete and return the booking form with your first non-refundabledeposit payment. The initial deposit required is £80 per person(coach tours) and £100 per person (flight tours). A full passenger list(names per passport) must be supplied at this stage (flight tours).

4 We shall send you a ski trip Confirmation and Invoice.

5 A second deposit instalment is due 8 weeks after your initial booking.The amount required at this stage is £100 per person (coach tours)and £150 per person (flight tours). All deposits are strictly non-refundable. Name change fees for flight tours are subject to the termsof the individual airline.

6 You will be sent a Passenger List and Ski Information roster, whichneeds to be fully and accurately completed.

7 Your final payment with Passenger List (if not already supplied) andnominated pick up point map (coach groups only) must be with us nolater than 10 weeks before your departure date.

8 We will happily organise a Parents Evening at the school. Shouldthis not be possible for any reason, we will send you a fullPowerpoint Presentation instead to ensure everything is covered.

9 Your Provisional Tour Details will be sent once your final balancehas been received, outlining travel times and accommodation.

10 Your Final Tour Information pack and Itinerary will be sent out to you approximately 7 days before departure.

BONDING, INSURANCE AND WHY YOUR TOUR MONIES ARE SAFE WITH US...Tour companies are bound by local and European legislation to ensure that your monies paid to us in respect of your tour are fully protected. While our reputation and experience mean that your monies are in very safe hands, you should also carefully read the following sections which confirm that as a company, we have arrangements inplace to ensure the financial security of our clients. Please do not travel with a company that is not fully bonded.

Flight-Inclusive PackagesThe air holidays and packages in this brochure are ATOL protected by the Civil AviationAuthority. Our ATOL number is ATOL 5675. Please see our booking conditions for moreinformation. The price of our flight-inclusive tour packages includes the amount of £2.50 perperson as part of the ATOL Protection Contribution (APC) we pay to the CAA. See more onATOL at www.atol.org.uk. Please ask us to confirm what protection may apply to your booking.

Coach or land package toursWe are fully bonded for the package holidays organised by us which do not contain a flightelement. Our membership of the AITO Trust scheme means that if you are travelling by sea or landor even if you have booked your own flights, your holiday package booked with us will have fullfinancial protection. Note: the flight element is not covered in the event of the failure of the airlinewith which you have booked your own flights directly. For further details visit www.aito.com.

QUALITY CHARTER – THE ASSOCIATION OF INDEPENDENT TOUR OPERATORSAITO is the Association for independent and specialist holiday companies. Our membercompanies, usually owner-managed, strive to create overseas holidays with high levels ofprofessionalism and a shared concern for quality and personal service. The Associationencourages the highest standards in all aspects of tour operating.

Exclusive MembershipAITO sets criteria regarding ownership, finance and quality which must be satisfied before new companies are admitted to membership. All members are required to adhere to a Code of Business Practice which encourages high operational standards and conduct.

Financial SecurityAn AITO member is required to protect money paid by customers to the member for any holiday sold under the AITOlogo. This protection applies to customers who are in the UK at the time of booking or to overseas customers who havebooked directly with the member. Members have to comply with UK Government Regulations in this respect. Memberssubmit details of their bonding or guarantee arrangements to the Association on a regular basis.

Sports Travel International Ltd. is a member of The Association of Independent Tour Operators. Visit thewebsite at www.aito.co.uk to find out more about the association.

Contact usSports Travel International Ltd,Enterprise House, Stansted Airport, Essex, CM24 1QW, England

Sales 01527 837066

Operations 01279 661700

Email [email protected]

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