 Poster: A snowHead
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I know a few of you have been here and it's somehwere I've looked at for each of the last few years but never got round to going. It appeals because of it's slopeside location and what appears to be a large number of easy'ish blue pistes nearby. Not to mention the opton of the Sella Ronda and the spectacular scenery.
But the website is a little shy on interior pictures, no pics of bedrooms for example. Can anyone please comment on the standard/quality of the rooms. How is the bar area, is it like other chalets where you can save €'s by drinking your own stuff or is it more hotel-lilke where that is frowned upon? How's the food?
The chalet sleeps up to 58 people, I know it's very unlikely that every bed will be used, but is the social / living space sufficient for these volumes?
Finally, 1st week of April too big a gamble? I know the snowmaking is excellent out there, all the reading I have done so far suggests it should be 'at least OK'. Any views?
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Obviously A snowHead isn't a real person
Obviously A snowHead isn't a real person
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Might not be the best place for this query. I know snowHeads have used this place, and indeed, I am going there myself for the first time in March. Might be better in Trips and Resorts. If it is anything like the other Mountainsun places at Tignes and La Plagne, then it will be basic but comfortable, very friendly and informal. Mountainsun are good at meeting skiers needs.
As for snow conditions - well you are clearly further into spring by then so spring conditions are to be expected. Frozen hardpack first thing pisted to courduroy, softening fast in the sun and slushy after lunch. Some love it like that. "At least OK" might be the view of someone that doesn't!
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Well, the person's real but it's just a made up name, see?
Well, the person's real but it's just a made up name, see?
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Chris Bish, ahh, that's where I thought I had put it - can I ask a mod to to move it - thanks.
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Ohhh it has a bar
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Anyway, snowHeads is much more fun if you do.
Anyway, snowHeads is much more fun if you do.
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SteveM, Yes I have read it previously, thanks, it is interesting and is only one persons view, however doesn't answer the questions i have raised.
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smithski, if you want a mod to move it you'll need to pm one; they may not see your request
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I've moved the thread. Happened to notice because although I haven't stayed at the Albergo, I have called in to see what it's like. And I can tell you that it's very friendly - I called in with another snowhead on the Birthday Bash last year, and the lady running the place stopped what she was doing, made us a coffee and gave us an impromptu tour. I would certainly consider it! I think a good way to describe it, would be to say it was "lived in" - a little frayed around the edges but welcoming.
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Chris Bish,
Hi
We are there 6th March,hope its not worn out by then if its frayed around the edges!!
When are you there?
No one has been able to answer the question on bar prices?
cheers
John
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snowHeads are a friendly bunch.
snowHeads are a friendly bunch.
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Sounds like Fun, it is the school holidays then so trust your group enjoys it. We will leave you the beer and just drink the wine!
John
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And love to help out and answer questions and of course, read each other's snow reports.
And love to help out and answer questions and of course, read each other's snow reports.
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I'm doing that. Looking forward to it. 
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You know it makes sense.
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I'll be there first week of April, as I have been the last 6 years or so. I won't go on about how amazing the area is, etc. as obviously you'll think I'm biased ... however over the last few years end of season has provided some of the best snow of the season!! Can't, obviously guarantee it every year ... but even if it's warm and spring like it's a lovely place to be 
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Otherwise you'll just go on seeing the one name:
Otherwise you'll just go on seeing the one name:
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Poster: A snowHead
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Eeyore, sounds good - hope you have a great time and the snow gods do their stuff 
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FAQ
) going the following week to you so please dont use up all the snow and leave us some beer please 
