La Molina, Spain
7 NIGHTS
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La Molina is just over the border from France, La Molina and sister resort Masella combine to produce the wonderful Alp 2500 ski area. La Molina really is a hidden gem with a total of 141km of pistes to suit all abilities and boasts 73 Blue runs, 50 Red runs and 18 Black runs. There are plenty of easy, wide runs to be found close to La Molina itself, with more testing, forest-lined runs in the easily accessible and fully linked Masella section. As well as the wide variety of pistes, the resort also has two snow parks and a superpipe.
The package includes the Alp 2500 ski pass, with both areas linked by the jumbo 6-seat Tosa de Masella chairlift. All in all, the set-up is perfect for the mixed abilities of school ski groups, with 90% of this high resort’s runs north facing.
Whilst being Spain’s first ski resort, La Molina is a modern and well-laid-out base. Recent development has put in place top-quality accommodation and modern infrastructure that makes for a relaxing experience both logistically and in terms of comfort. Extensive investment has turned the area into a first-class ski resort, rivalling many in Europe. Though relatively unknown amongst British ski groups, Alp 2500 is a favourite weekend ski retreat for Barcelona residents giving it a cool and trendy vibe.
The Alp 2500 pass allows you to ski in La Molina and Masella at the same time, with both resorts being linked by the Alp 2500 gondola and offering a total of 141km of pistes to suit all abilities. The resort boasts 73 Blue runs, 50 Red runs and 18 Black runs, with a highest point of 2537m.
All in all, the set-up is perfect for mixed abilities of school ski groups.
The Guitart Aparthotel and Spa is a modern four-star property with 114 apartments, and has everything you could wish for on a school ski trip and epitomises the excellent value for money to be had in the Pyrenees. It has a multitude of facilities including a spa and wellness area, the wellness area includes a pool, sauna, steam room and jacuzzi. The hotel also has a restaurant, well-equipped game rooms, spacious public areas, a music bar and a bowling alley. All rooms are also ensuite, fridge, satellite TVs, and free guest WIFI,
The hotel is about 100m from the lifts and nursery slopes and near a host of evening activities. At the right time, the transfer from Barcelona Airport can be less than 2 hours.
The full board package consists of dinner and cooked breakfast served buffet style in the restaurant and a hot lunch taken in a restaurant at the foot of the slopes.
The following are all included in the trip package
La Molina is suitable for both coach or air groups
Coach - Luxury UK coaches from 49 - 85 seats, Channel ferry or Eurotunnel crossing. Approximately 16/17 hours from Calais.
Air - Direct flights from The UK to Barcelona / Toulouse. (2 - 3 hour transfer), with return overseas airport transfers included.
The hotel has plenty of in-house facilities to keep the group entertained, but there are extra optional out-house activities available. We will confirm the final evening activity programme closer to departure.
Optional extras:
Ice skating, Swimming, Disco, Karaoke, Bowling.
Please make sure your child has a valid passport with at least 6 months left until it expires on the date of departure.
EHIC / GHIC CARD - If your child has an EHIC card it will remain valid until its expiry date. Following Brexit, this has been replaced by the GHIC card which is still free and means you have access to free healthcare whilst in Europe. You can apply for a GHIC card HERE
SPENDING MONEY - They shouldn't need much but a small amount of sterling for whilst they are at the airport and the remainder in Euro's. Enough so they can get the odd hot chocolate on the mountain, a snack at the services en route to the hotel and a souvenir or two to thank you for letting them go on this amazing trip!
SKIWEAR - The cost of skiwear has come down dramatically over the past few years so this won't cost the earth. We provide the rental of boots, helmets, ski's and poles but they'll need a ski jacket, salopettes ( waterproof trousers ) and a few other bits and bobs. We'll tell you more about exactly what they need and where to get it nearer the time.
At True North we pride ourselves in offering well organised, safe school ski trips to some of the worlds greatest ski areas. Our aim is to exceed your expectations every time you book with us and challenge convention to make organising your next trip as seamless as possible.
We understand that we only have one planet and that we are all responsible for doing our part to care for it. Whilst travel is a wonderful experience, it does place certain pressures on our environment. We have partnered with a fabulous social enterprise called 'Carbon Footprint'. We make a donation for every student that travels with us to minimise the effect our trips have on the environment.
Here are some examples of the projects we support -
India – India wind power generation
UK - Tree planting
Brazil - Protecting The Amazon
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We are very proud to partner with Dare 2b. We think the products they offer are ideal for our groups. They suit all abilities, styles and ages, at a price point that represents value.
Follow the link, straight to the Dare 2b website, where you can easily search and find everything you need for your ski trip, from base layers, jackets and trousers, all the way to your bobble hat! You can order directly from the website and have your kit delivered straight to your door. Throughout the year they have many special offers on all their product ranges, catering for the great outdoors and multi-sports.
Our True North Leaders out in the resort this winter, are kitted out this season in Dare 2b jackets and mid-layers.
For the last 5 years, prior to our partnership, I have kitted out my son with Dare 2b winter clothing. Living and growing up in Austria, Sam wears that kit all winter, its not only used for skiing, but he wears it on his way to and from school, which for a 20 minute walk in summer, turns into an hour-long walk-in winter, not because of battling the elements, but because they slide, roll, climb through every bit of snow they can. He basically lives in the kit whenever he is outside for the 4 months of the year, and so far, it has survived the test of time, and has stayed waterproof after multiple washes. As he grows, the kit gets handed on to family and friends and lives on for the next few seasons. - Simon Richardson (True North).
