The Mountain Echo - Season 7, Issue 16

YOUR FREE WEEKLY GUIDE TO EVERYTHING VAL D’ISERE

the first wordSpring – As of last week it’s official - spring is upon us. It’s a bit of a double edged sword as it means the season is almost over, but it also means it’s time for the best events of the year. Last week saw the inaugural game of GNAR kick off to great success and this week we’ve got the Step Up for Africa which you can read all about on page 10. Sure, the snow might not be spectacular but warm sunny days make for great long lunches on the hill with your mates.

If you’re out here on holiday make the most of your time here by checking out the What’s On section. In addition to sStep Up this week there’s also a freestyle contest taking place at the bottom of the Face on Tuesday and it’s 24U’s last gig at the Danois this Wednesday - something you definitely don’t want to miss. If you’re one of the lucky ones out here doing a season then make the most of the time you’ve got left - it’ll be over before you know it.

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what’s on?13. bar & event listings 16. sport listings 16. around town

directory18. yellow page 20. bar guide 22. an apple a day 24. restaurant guide 25. band review

the insider32. the week in pictures 35. rumour mill 41. chalet girl emails

DirectorMark BeattieManaging EditorKen Ezeji-OkoyeContributorsBen Pryor, Freddie Stanford Henry Schniewind, Mathilde Recoque, Dr. Alex CockroftCourtney Beattie, Kat Glover

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Cover photo by Charles Martin

regulars4. henry’s avalanche talk 6. behind the curtains 8. photo comp 28. world news

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HAT OFF-PISTE SNOW REPORT FOR 23 March

WEATHER FORECAST as of February March 20th

At the time of writing, the forecast has just about all the bases covered: Unstable weather at least through Wednesday: cloudy, with some sunny spells and a chance of snow or rain (maybe more sun on Sunday and Monday).

OFF PISTE SNOW CONDITIONS

Since the melt-freeze cycles during the week of 12-17 March, the slopes exposed to the heating from the sun remain hard and crunchy unless covered by enough new snow or warmed by the sun’s heat – these are mostly just the slopes facing towards the sun (East, South, West). The North facing slopes were only subject to some melting below 2200 metres or so; above that the snow is dry winter snow with no melt-freeze crust and therefore no crusty, icy feeling under-foot.

For more info on spring skiing and melt-freeze, see last week’s off-piste snow report in the Echo on spring skiing and ‘melt-freeze cycles’. You can also find it on my March 12 blog post, “Ski the Smooth, Tips on Spring Skiing Off Piste, OR go direct via this link on the HAT website: henrysavalanchetalk.com/ski-smooth-tips-spring-skiing-piste.

So that’s why North facing slopes have tended to be the best bet if you’re not sure if there’s going to be enough new snow to cover the crunchies or enough warming to soften up that crunchy frozen crust. However, the North side of the mountain is where a weak layer exists (see snow stability below).

SNOW STABILITY

There still is a weak layer on the North sides of the mountains above 2200 metres. However that weak layer will only really be a problem if there is more than 15-20 cm of new snow on it.

Otherwise, on the more Easterly, Westerly & Southerly/sunny exposed slopes that have gone through melting and freezing (or are currently going through melt-freeze), the stability or instability of the snowpack will be directly related to how well the snowpack on that slope froze the night before and/or how much it has melted at the moment that you are thinking of riding on it or traversing under it.

Basically, when those slopes are frozen they are about as stable as they will ever be; when they are unfrozen (melted) they are about as unstable as they will ever be. This predictability is one reason why there are so few avalanche accidents in springtime.

TIP OF THE WEEK

It looks like this coming week will be full of all different kinds of weather and snow conditions. Check out my blog for off-piste skiing conditions and snow stability updates on www.henrysavalanchetalk.com/blog

Ride Hard ! Ride Safe

Henry

Talks & courses this week: Beeper training on Weds 28 March at 14.00 meeting at the Pisteur Hut at the top of Belvarde – please book in advance - special group rates - enquire on: [email protected]

For this week’s Talks: dates, time and other details see www.henrysavalanchetalk.com or call Debbie on 06 47 11 50 19

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BEHIND THE CURTAINSa quick look at some of the people that help make this resort as great as it is.

Well, another fit Swedish barmaid has managed to wind up in the humble pages of behind the curtains. Talking to all these at-tractive women is tough but we here at TME are there for you...

So Kajsa, you’re back at Victors - what keep bringing you back there?Yeah, I’m back there for about a month. I’m not sure what I like about it. I think it’s just a really great bar.

And how many seasons have you done in Val?Um... 3 and a half I’ll say.

I’ll say? Is that because you keep saying you’re not coming back but end up here every March for the end of the season?Yes. Pretty much.

So what brings you back?The party I guess.

So are you going large tonight?Well, I’ve been here for 5 days without going out and that has to be some kind of record so yeahI think I should be out late tonight.

Good times. We’ve seen some good shots of you skiing. How long have you been at it?I’ve been skiing since I was two.

So you’re a pretty good skier?Well, you’ll have to ski with me and see.

Sounds like an invitation for a love ski. We’re in. What do you do in the summers?I’ll be back in Gothenburg on the west coast of Sweden bartending.

So, we need to ask for our male readers - are you single?Yep.

And looking?Yes.

Interesting. Do you speak any French?No. I’ve tried to learn for a long time, but I just don’t think I can do it.

Well you know they say dating a native speaker is the best way to learn a lan-guage.... Anything else you want to ad? Yeah - buy me some tequila already!

We’re on it. Thanks for talking to us.

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STEP UP FOR AFRICAGood times for a good cause.

In case you’re somehow not up to speed we’ll spell it out for you again: Spring is event season in Val d’Isere. Obviously all the events are a load of fun, but there’s only one that bothers to raise money for charity at the same time.

Starting off as a small charity to raise money for Riders Aid (www.riders-aid.com) Step Up for Africa began in April 2009 and is now in it’s fourth season.

What’s Riders Aid you ask? Well, Riders Aid is a program run by skiers and snowboarders who are focused on raising awareness and funding for the basic needs of impoverished people around the world. They raise money to install BioSand water filters in various African countries. So far they’ve raised a total of $25,378 for their cause, totalling 253 BioSand water filters.

Right about now you might be wondering just exactly what skiing and snowboarding have to do with Africa but if you think about it, it makes a lot of sense. You see, we the privileged few who go skiing and boarding, get our kicks by playing around on tons of frozen water while loads of people in Africa struggle with barely enough water to survive.

So now that you know the why, we’ll get into the how. Every year the guys and gals at Switch Church team up with the crew at VSpot to build a range of kickers, including a massive step-up, hence the name Step Up for Africa. The aim of the day isn’t just to raise a bunch of money but also to bring the community of Val d’Isere together. There’s a BBQ, tunes, the step-up, a step-down, some beginner kickers, a raffle at VSpot in the evening with music from DJ Cowtippa. a whole lot of good people and and awesome vibe all around. To keep in the spirit of things the kickers are just for hitting not for winning and all prizes are awarded in the raffle.

Last year due to the current events of 2011 with the devastation in Japan, the guys decided to split the money raised between Riders Aid and Shelter Box. ShelterBox is an international disaster relief charity that delivers emergency shelter, warmth and dignity to people affected by disaster worldwide. (www.shelterbox.org)

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GREAT ATMOSPHEREGREAT SERVICE

OPEN 3PM - 2AMAPRES SKI SPECIALS

COMPLIMENTARY NIBBLES

OPPOSITE THE ESF OFFICE,NEXT TO THE HOTEL ORMELUNE

This year they’re splitting the money between Riders Aid and DSUK -Disabled Snowsports UK (www.disabilitysnowsport.org.uk)

In 2009 Step Up raised a total of €700, 2010 was €1800, 2011 saw an increase to €2500 and we’re sure that it’s going to even more this year: after all it’s only a tenner for a BBQ, a drink, and a raffle ticket.

The kickers and BBQ spot are located just off the Edelweiss piste. If you’re not sure where that is just take the Tommeuses lift up and you’ll be sure to see it. For more info check out the poster opposite the Henry’s Avalanche Talk page or head on into VSpot.

We’ll see you on Thursday!

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BAR L ISTINGSSATURDAY 24thDicks Tea Bar: Saturday Social ClubSaloon: €5 ESPRESSO MARTINI AND PASSIONFRUIT CAIPIRINHALe Graal: ALTIGLISS CRAZY WEEK - BIG NAME DJ’s ALL WEEK --- TRM THE RED MONKEY, UNPLUGGED CITIZEN, MICRO ONDES & THE 64 MILLION DOLLAR MAN DJ GUIM FROM MONACO!!!!!!MBC: Hip Hop / Dubstep / Drum & Bass (mixed by Ma’J)Moris Pub: Amstel Jugs €13 all day, Incredible Burger and Beer offer €15.50 *Happy Hours 4-5.30 and 9-10.30 all week long.* 2-4-1 on Jagerbombs, 1080s, and Flavoured Vodka Shots between 10.30 and 11.30 EVERY NIGHT.Victors: Happy Hour 9-11pmBar Alexandra: Tapas @ après, Vin Chaud & Home made Hot chocolatThe Fall Line: Half price cocktails 9pm-11pm.Doudoune: Disco Party - With Johan HoltCafe Face: Happy hour beer 4-10pm, free tapas.VSpot: 2 FOR 1 basic beer 4-6pm, 2 FOR 1 cocktails 9-11Lodge Bar: Happy Hour from4:30-7:30, €3 pints, €2 soda/juice. Jazz/Chilled Tunes from4:30-10:30, House 10:30-lateBlue Note: Free nibbles and happy hour pints at apres.Underground: Happy Hour prices 5-10pmPacific: 11 Euro jugs of beer or cider and free cheesy nachos at apres.SUNDAY 25thDicks Tea Bar: Chalet Girl SundaysMoris Pub: Mike plays après with 20e Amstel Pitcher and Chili Nacho’s combo ends 7pm! Fourplay rock out in the eveningLe Graal: ALTIGLISS CRAZY WEEK - Surprises all week long!Saloon: ALL BOTTLED BEERS €5 ALL NIGHTMBC: Karaoke NightBar Alexandra: JägerBomb night! 5 for 20, Funk music from 10pm.Victors: Happy Hour 9-11pmVSpot: 2 FOR 1 basic beer 4-6pm, 2 FOR 1 cocktails 9-11The Fall Line: Cocktails and Dreams... 2 4 1 cocktails and €3Jager bombs (9pm-12am).Doudoune: Butcher Night - DJ Johan Hot plays Tech HouseDoudoune Le Chalet: Johan Holt - Apres ski

Abracadacar: Reggae night with DJ Sativa. Not one to miss.Le Petit Danois: 2 for u Play live après,Cafe Face: Happy hour beer 4-10pm, free tapas.Lodge Bar: Happy Hour from4:30-7:30, €3 pints, €2 soda/juice. Jazz/Chilled Tunes from4:30-10:30, House 10:30-lateBlue Note: Free nibbles and happy hour prices at apres.Underground: DJ CASSAX is back!MONDAY 26thDicks Tea Bar: DJ Joakim AlfvegrenLe Graal: ALTIGLISS CRAZY WEEK - Surprises all week long!Moris Pub: Catch Walking Free back at the Moris at après. THE CHEERLEADERS make a long awaited return back at the Moris, we are very excited about this, these guys are something special and not to be missed. 2-4-1 on Jagerbombs, 1080s, and Flavoured Vodka Shots between 10.30 and 11.30Bar Alexandra: Tapas @ après, Vin Chaud & Home made Hot chocolatSaloon:GEORGE MORE APRE THEN 2 COCKTAILS FOR €10 ALL NIGHT MBC: Sexy NightVictors: Happy Hour 9-11pmVSpot: Monday Mashups with DJ HipHopopotamusThe Fall Line: Mojito Monday.... Mojito’s are €4.50 all night.Doudoune: *New* UK House Party - DJ Alex & Oliver - Happy HouseDoudoune Le Chalet: The Ram Raid rock the Chalet live.Pacific: Open Mic from 10:30pmLe Petit Danois: 2 for U Play live après,Cafe Face: Old school house music with J.O.N Happy hour beer 4-10pm, free tapas.Lodge Bar: Happy Hour from4:30-7:30, €3 pints, €2 soda/juice. Jazz/Chilled Tunes from4:30-10:30, House 10:30-lateBlue Note: Free nibbles and happy hour pints at apres.Underground: DJ CASSAX is back!TUESDAY 27thDicks Tea Bar: The Cheerleaders live from 11pmLe Graal: DJ UTONIN - Electro GRAALMoris Pub: Mike and partner in crime Richie showing how après ski should be done - Beer, Live Music Dancing! The awesome musicians Walking Free in the evening.

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BAR L ISTINGSHappy Hours 4-5.30 and 9-10.30Bar Alexandra: Live music with Michel Hussmann, Jazz standards, Blues & Soul etcSaloon: GEORGE MORE APRE WITH A REAL AUSSIE BBQ. WINGS, BURGERS AND STEAK SANDWICHES ALL €5.MBC: DJ Double DVictors: Happy Hour 9-11pmVSpot: Toss the Boss 9pm-midnight. Roll the dice and win your round!The Fall Line: 2 for 1 Fall Liners All night long... Half price cocktails 9pm-11pm.Doudoune: RIDE HER FIRST - The Official After PartyDoudoune Le Chalet: Big Reggae Après Set with the RezidentLe Petit Danois: Apres with The Ram Raid Pacific: Rock and Indie night - 11pm-1:30am Pints of beer 3.5e, Glasses of wine 2.5e Toffee Vodka shots 2e and Jaeger Bombs 3.5e No screens, no football just great prices and top tunes. Discover our dancefloor.Abracadacar: Pepit Ost Presents DJ Krill aka lolo, DJ WAN’R & Guests. Hip-Hop, Dubstep, Electro, Minimal, TechnoUnderground: Franco-Australian Pop-Rock favourites PASH GANG are back!Cafe Face: CROSSOVER DJ BATTLE - Doudoune/Cafe Face/Lodge Bar Happy hour beer 4-10pm, free tapas.Lodge Bar: CROSSOVER DJ BATTLE - Doudoune/Cafe Face/Lodge Bar Happy Hour from4:30-7:30, €3 pints, €2 soda/juice. Jazz/Chilled Tunes from4:30-10:30, House 10:30-lateBlue Note: Free nibbles and happy hour pints at apres. WEDNESDAY 28thDicks Tea Bar: This Is Apres. Varsity Apres.Beer Pong, Djs.Moris Pub: At apres the awesome Al Jones and Ben bringing brilliant, varied covers and amazing voices. Motherload debut at the Moris in the evening. Burger Kitchen open till 10pm for all your hungry bellies.Bar Alexandra: Tapas @ après, Vin Chaud & Home made Hot chocolatLe Graal: ALTIGLISS CRAZY WEEK - Surprises all week long!Saloon: GEORGE MORE APRE, BBQ AND GNAR. THIS WILL BE MASSIVEMBC: Ibiza White Party Victors: Happy Hour 9-11pm

VSpot: HOUSE night with Rich and AlistairThe Fall Line: LIVE DJ & BBQ from 2pm... Half price cocktails 9pm-11pm.Pacific: Cheesy chart dance night - 11pm-1:30am Pints of beer 3.5e, Glasses of wine 2.5e Toffee Vodka shots 2e and Jaeger Bombs 3.5e No screens, no football just great prices and top tunes. Discover our dancefloor.Cafe Face: Mixa Minta with Nox Brockly - The Folie Douce official seasonnaire day off apres. Happy hour beer 4-10pm, free tapas.Doudoune: MINISTRY OF SOUND - special guest DJ SHANE KEHOEDoudoune Le Chalet: Seasonaire Day Off - Mullit LiveLe Petit Danois: 2 For U Plays their last apres gig of the season!,Lodge Bar: Happy Hour from4:30-7:30, €3 pints, €2 soda/juice. Jazz/Chilled Tunes from4:30-10:30, House 10:30-lateBlue Note: Free nibbles and happy hour pints at apres.Underground: DJ CASSAX is back!Tete de Solaise: Seasonnaire Mountain Apres, good beer prices, sunshine & volleyball. Continued at Petit Danois from 5pm.THURSDAY 29thDicks Tea Bar: This Is It Events Moris Pub:Thursday at the Moris means The Mikey Gray Show Madness drinking whisky and making Jeffers sing! The Dominos rocking out in the evening. 2-4-1 on Jagerbombs, 1080s, and Flavoured Vodka Shots between 10.30 and 11.30Bar Alexandra: Tapas @ après, Vin Chaud & Home made Hot chocolatLe Graal: ALTIGLISS CRAZY WEEK - Surprises all week long!Saloon: NICK THE FISH PLAYING APRE. GREENEYE RAT RACE COMING SOON.MBC: 80’s PartyVictors: Happy Hour 9-11pmVSpot: Step Up for Africa afterparty - raffles, tunes, good vibes!The Fall Line: LIVE MUSIC with the CHEERLEADERS from 9pm... Half price cocktails 9pm-11pm.Pacific: Superstar DJ night - 11pm-1:30amPints of beer 3.5e, Glasses of wine 2.5eToffee Vodka shots 2e and Jaeger Bombs 3.5e No screens, no football just great


prices and top tunes. Discover our dancefloor. Beer Pong fis getting serious. Now at Apres and at night.Doudoune: SUPERSTAR DJ - OLIVER INGROSSODoudoune Le Chalet: Johan Holt AprèsLe Petit Danois: Karen Ysten Plays live aprèsUnderground: DJ CASSAX is back!Cafe Face: Happy hour beer 4-10pm, free tapas.Lodge Bar: Happy Hour from4:30-7:30, €3 pints, €2 soda/juice. Jazz/Chilled Tunes from4:30-10:30, House 10:30-lateBlue Note: Free nibbles and happy hour pints at apres.Abracadacar: “SAÏ” (3Zicos)FRIDAY 30thDicks Tea Bar: DJ Nate GreenLe Graal: ALTIGLISS’ LAST PARTY - FULLMOON PARTY WITH FREE NEON PAINT _ MENTAL!!!Moris Pub: TGIF Mike rocking out at après and Mullit take to the stage in the evening to see out the week with a bang. 4-5.30 and 9-10.30 Happy HoursBar Alexandra: Tapas @ après, Vin Chaud & Home made Hot chocolatSaloon: DROPPIN JAGERBOMBS FOR €3.50 ALL NIGHT. HAVE YOU REGISTED FOR THE RAT RACE?MBC: DJ Double DVictors: Happy Hour 9-11pmVSpot: 2 FOR 1 basic beer 4-6pm, 2 FOR 1 cocktails 9-11The Fall Line: Cocktails Cocktails Cocktails... Half price cocktails 9pm-11pm.Doudoune: Frisson - DJ Marine L - Tech HouseDoudoune Le Chalet: MULLIT LivePacific: The World Famous Salomon Raffle!Le Petit Danois: Kiddie Friday - Karen Ysten plays live après - Kids, Dads and (hot) Moms all Welcome!Cafe Face: Happy hour beer 4-10pm, free tapas.Lodge Bar: Happy Hour from4:30-7:30, €3 pints, €2 soda/juice. Jazz/Chilled Tunes from4:30-10:30, House 10:30-lateBlue Note: Free nibbles and happy hour pints at apres.Underground: DJ CASSAX is back!

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Samedi / Saturday 24 March13h45 CHELSEA v SPURS 16h00 LIVERPOOL v WIGAN16h00 ARSENAL v VILLA 16h15 TREVISO v ULSTER18h00 MALLORCA v BARCA 18h30 STOKE v MAN CITY

Dimanche / Sunday 25 March13h00 RANGERS v CELTIC 17h00 WEST BROM v NEWCASTLE

Lundi / Monday 26 March21h00 MAN UTD v FULHAM

Mardi / Tuesday 27 March20h45 BENFICA v CHELSEA CL

20h45 APOEL v R MADRID CL21h00 SUNDERLAND v EVERTON FA Cup Replay

Mercredi / Wednesday 28 March20h45 AC MILAN v BARCELONA 20h45 MARSEILLE v BAYERN CL

Jeudi / Thursday 29 March19h00 AZ ALKMAAR v VALENCIA 19h00 SHALKE v BILBAO EL 19h00 LISBON v METALIST EL 19h00 A MADRID v HANNOVER

Vendredi / Friday 30 March19h00 ULSTER v AIRONI 19h30 GLASGOW v CARDIFF

Highlight of the week:Students from all over Europe invade town! Altigliss Challenge from March 24th - March 31stSaturday 19h30: Opening Ceremony. Snowfront. Torchlit descent and Concert.Tuesday 20h30: Ride Her First Challenge. At the foot of Bellevarde.Wednesday 18h00: Concerts. Snowfront.Friday 19h00: Closing Ceremony. Snowfront Altigliss Village.Sunday March 2519h00. Maison de Val. Free boxing session for all Vie Val d’Is card* holders.19h45. Village des Enfants. Free Bio-Dynamic Danse class for all Vie Val d’Is card* holders. Monday March 2617h45. Savonnette Nursery Slope. Free Snake Gliss activity. Fun sledges for all, from 4 years old.18h00. Maison de Val. Free break dancing session for all Vie Val d’Is card* holders.20h15. Maison de Val. Free singing lesson for all Vie Val d’is card* holders. Tuesday March 2713h50. Solaise Snow Patrol Rescue Post (at the top of Solaise). Behind the scenes in Val d’Isere: discover how a controlled avalanche is set off. Free visit in french and english. Limited places, register at the Tourist Office by Monday 15h.19h30. Maison de Val. Free jamming session for all Vie Val d’Is card* holders.20h00. Maison de Val. Free basket ball activity for all Vie Val d’Is card* holders.

Wednesday March 2817h45. Savonnette Nursery Slope. Free Airboard activity. Fun sledges for all, from 7 years old.19h00. The Froggy Show on Radio Val! One hour of mayhem in English, and live music.19h00. Maison de Val. Free boxing session for all Vie Val d’Is card* holders.Thursday March 29Radio Val Mathilde’s birthday!!! First “sober” birthday for years!!! - gotta love pregnancy hey! Cheap one for the boyfriend! ;-)All day at Vie Val d’Is: Work Forum.Meet employers for this summer and next winter season. Maison de Val.18h - 19h30. Main road and Tourist Office Square. Festive Thursdays. Street parade, Live Music, Free hot Drinks.19h30. Maison de Val. Free hand ball session for all Vie Val d’Is card* holders.Friday March 3017h45. Savonnette Nursery Slope. Soccer on snow. Teams of 4. Free fun for all!

Updated information on www.radiovaldisere.comDaily updates in English on Radio Val: On air 8h10, 8h40, 9h10, 9h40,10h10,17h10 - 17h40 - 18h10 - 18h40 - 19h10 and 19h40

* For Vie Val d’Is card holders. Get your seasonnaire card at the Vie Val d’Is office for free activities all week long and skiing insurance.

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THE YELLOW PAGEENGLISH MEDICAL CENTREDr. Alan Griffiths - 04.79.06.13.70

PISTE SECURITY/SKI PATROLVal D’Isere – 04.79.06.01.69Tignes – 04.79.06.32.00

POMPIERS (Paramedics/Firefighters) Dial 15 from a landline or 112 from a mobile phone

POLICE MUNICIPAL (Local Police)04.79.06.10.96

GENDARMES (National Police)04.79.06.03.41

ROADSIDE ASSISTANCEPoint Auto, La Daille 04.57.55.50.28

ACCOMODATION Simply Val d’Isere. Specialist Val d’Isere Travel Agent. Accommodation offers for friends and family. All budgets, all types of accommodation.0845 021 0222 www.simplyvaldisere.com

STVI (Lift Pass offices)04.79.06.00.35

SKI SCHOOLProgression Ski & Snowboard School - 06.21.93.93.80

PHYSIOTHERAPY/REFLEXOLOGY/MASSAGE/PILATESProgression Physiotherapy and Massage - 06.27.38.56.46

AVALANCHE SAFETYHAT run weekly avalanche safety talks as well as excellent beeper training courses - 06.42.68.07.18

RADIO/TV VAL D’ISERE 96.1FM and online www.radiovaldisere.com - 04.79.06.18.66

SWIMMING POOL/SAUNA/GYM/ClLIMBING WALLBrand new Aquasport Lesiure Centre at the bottom of the Face. 04.79.04.26.01

MOBILE PHONES/SIM CARDS/DVD & HEADCAM RENTALTo hire DVD’s or headcams you ‘ll need to bring your passport and pay a deposit.04.79.06.05.64

TOURIST INFORMATIONOffice de Tourisme, located at the main roundabout. Open 7 days a week from 8:30 am until 7:30 pm. - 04.79.06.06.60

MAIRIE (Mayor’s Office)04.79.06.01.60

AIRPORT TRANSFERSEurope Transfer - 06.29.52.37.50

LOCKSMITH/KEYS CUTAndy @ Prestige Renovations - 06.74.73.92.41


When dialling from a foreign phone add +33 and drop the first zero.

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BAR GUIDEDICKS TEA BAR:Located in the centre of town, does this place really need an introduction? Open from 4pm - 5am. Fresh changes include a new layout, and advanced lighting and sound systemsas well as a cosy amibance during apres. Drinks promotions every night from 11pm – 12pm. Now taking bookings for VIP Tables.

LE GRAAL:One of the smartest nightclubs in town and the most chic after hours venue about complete with a flashing dance floor. Free shuttle bus 10:30pm - 4:30am: see opposite page for details! Free wi-fi and an all-night burger bar make it a great place to hang out before the crowds show up (about 10:30pm-1am).

MBC:Located across from the Parking du Centre this year brings a new enhanced version of the legendary club. Incredibly stylish and beautifully designed, this sophisticated basement bar nightspot is now being managed by the legendary Froggy Fred and now boasts an apres-ski terrace. The combination of chic decor, great DJs and live music and laisser-faire attitude almost guarantee you a great night out.

VSPOT:The Vspot Bar and Shop is located above the Val d’Isère cinema, opposite the bus station. A smart looking modern bar with a funky twist. With a brand new pool table, free wifi, apres-ski happy hour 4-6pm - 2 for 1 beer, basic. Cocktail happy hour 9-11.

MORIS PUB:Legendary by name and sheer time in existence, this is the place for live music in Val. Home to arguably the best burgers, and the seasonnaires favourite tipple the 1080! So with live music every après and evening and a party atmosphere, there is plenty on offer at the Moris.

SALOON:Located on the slopes and in town at the same time, this place is a good meeting spot during the day and party spot at night. Après ski is wedged in the middle with live music and even a ski attendant.

VICTORS:Located above the Spar supermarket. If you enjoy good cocktails and being surrounded by attractive Scandinavians this is the place to be.

THE FALL LINENewly renovated after being bought by 3 of Val d’Isere’s most legendary barmen, you won’t recognize the old Bar la Foret. A great cocktail list, reasonable prices, an abundance of chalet girls, and Handsome Giles behind the bar, what’s not to like?

BAR L’ALEXANDRA:Located near the post office and run by the fanatic Kiwi Phil. It’s the best pool venue in town. There’s also a top level sound system so Phil and his antipodean friends will be throwing some loud parties. Great for big groups.

DOUDOUNE:The newest nightclub in town, with the best sound system and

light show in the French Alps. Designed by Patrick Jouin. This is definitely the place to go if you want an unforgettable night. Located just after the tunnel; Rond Point des Pistes, under the Solaise Express, it opens at 23.00 with a free Bus until 06.00 Tel: 06.15.18.21.45

DOUDOUNE LE CHALET:Loacted above the club on the slopes. They have tasty snacks from local favourite Chevallot and do a proper dancing on the tables Austrian style apres with live music and great DJs.

LA TETE DE SOLAISE:A trendy glass bar with retractable roof, panoramic views and a huge sun deck. With live music every afternoon it offers a perfect spot for an afternoon stop or an early apres ski drink. Located at the top of the Solaise Express chair lift.

LE PETIT DANOIS:Offering good all round service and live music at apres. Will create your hangover at night with the highly intoxicating Red Erik and scandie fun but cure it the next day with a full English breakfast. It also serves food until 10pm.

BLUE NOTE:Located next to the hotel Omelune, opposite the ESF office. Serving up all your classic drinks to a mixture of jazz and funk. Atmospheric and friendly with free nibbles and specials at aprés (3pm-6pm). Ask about the secret cans.

PACIFIC:Just past second roundabout in the centre of town. With seven plasma screens playing most sport from around the globe, this is THE place to watch sport. The Raffle on Friday with skis and boards up for the taking is not to be missed.

ABRACADABARIn the Portillo building next to Val Pizza this venue has seen a major refit this season. With new owners, a new look and the best prices in town it’s sure to be a hit. Check out their Vin Chaud alternative, Apple Spice, for only 2 Euro. A mix of warm apple cider and Xante with hints of orange and cinnamon it goes down a treat with the free nibbles provided at apres.

UNDERGROUND CAFE:A Sleek basement bar situated right in the center of town it’s got a modern New York feel, great DJs and has some of the best cocktails in town. It’s sister restaurant is just above it on the corner.

FOLIE DOUCE:Located on the mountain on the ok Orange, this pace creates one hell of a party up there with live DJ’s and singers mixed together.

CAFÉ FACE: Located in the centre of town, this is a cosmopolitan bar with live music from five. Hourly beer prices from 4pm going up 10 cents an hour until 10pm and free gastronomic finger food.

THE LODGE:Located below the fantastic Lodge Restaurant (best fondue in the valley!) This place goes off on the right night. Well worth a look.

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AN APPLE A DAYWith Dr. Alan Griffiths and the English Medical Centre

Summer is nearly upon us and for those lucky enough not to be working, there are lots of nice places to visit. Unfortunately, nice places can come with nasty surprises, so read on and find out how to avoid them...

Vaccinations are often essential but this will depend on where exactly you are travelling to. First of all, find out from your GP at home which vaccinations you have already had. You may have had some recently eg for a gap year, but these may have elapsed. Below is a list of common vaccination schedules.

Vaccinations reduce your chance of catching certain diseases, but remember that they do not always eliminate this chance completely. Part of disease prevention is also about avoiding risks. Diseases such as hepatitis A (transmitted from faeces, and common in Asia and Africa) can be avoided by good hand washing and not drinking the tap water. Also avoid salads (washed in tap water), ice cubes in drinks (as these are usually also from tap water), and brush your teeth using only bottled water. This last one is usually the one to catch people out. Only drink bottled or boiled water.

Malaria still kills two million people per year. You are at risk for contracting malaria if you travel to areas of Central America, South America, Hispaniola, sub-Saharan Africa, the Indian subcontinent, Southeast Asia, and the Middle East. Malaria is carried by a particular species of mosquito and can lead to the following symptoms: cough, fatigue; aching joints and muscles, fever and sweats (often occurring every two or three days then subsiding, only to recur). Yes, this does sound like a massive hangover, but one that will not get better without medical help.

Preventive medication for malaria depends upon the region you are visiting. Check out http://www.fitfortravel.nhs.uk to find out how risky the area that you’re travelling to is. Most tablets need to be started before travelling and continued for up to four weeks after leaving the area. They do have various side effects, but remember that malaria can

kill. Discuss with your doctor before starting these to find the best ones for you.

The less you are bitten by mosquitoes, the lower your chance of catching malaria. Remember to use insect repellent and keep yourself covered up in the evenings. If possible sleep in a mosquito net and use an insecticide spray in your bedroom. Malaria can develop up to a year after travelling to an affected area even if you have taken all the right precautions. Tell your doctor that you have visited an affected area if you develop a fever after returning.

Most people are covered for diphtheria, tetanus and polio thanks to jabs as a child and teenager. However, the ones that are needed for the tropics are: Hepatitis A (needed ideally a month before travel, typhoid (needed at least three weeks before travel), and possibly rabies (three injections spread over a month). Hepatitis B is spread by body fluids so you may need a course of vaccination if you intend coming into close contact with the locals. If you are in doubt, consult your doctor or the above website.

In a nutshell, if you are travelling soon 1/Visit the Fit For Travel Website (http://www.fitfortravel.nhs.uk) 2/ Find out about your vaccination history (speak to your GP/parents) 3/ Check with your doctor about which precautions are needed. Happy holidays!

Dr. Alex Cockcroft

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RESTAURANT GUIDE

VICTOR’SThis place has always been better known as a bar. But, if you can bear to walk all the way past it, you’ll find Victor’s ‘Dining Club’ offering a host of International cuisine. They’ll have your taste buds jangling in no time. (0479060652)

MORIS PUBSome say the best burgers in Val, and it would be hard to disagree, hand made and huge, the choices range from the massive double decker Moris Burger, to Brie and Bacon, BBQ, and the Blue Cheese Burger. Veggie’s can try the Veggie Stack, look out for the bi weekly Fish and Chips on a Friday.

LE PETIT DANOISOpen for food all day from 10am to 10pm serving traditional breakfasts, the Danois also serves pies, great wraps, salads, curries burgers, and steaks. Located in the centre above the bus stop roundabout. (0479062797)

LA TETE DE SOLAISEThis panoramic mountain restaurant offers great views and all day sun. Choose from the superb A la carte Glass House restaurant or full self service with pizzeria. Located at the top of the Solaise Express Chairlift, access also by cable car.

4 SEASONSSituated in L’Alexandra (next to the post office), this restaurant offers a great alternative menu, including Wraps, Curry, Thai, in a fresh relaxed atmosphere. Eat in and take away, it’s open for lunch midday till 2pm weekdays and open for dinner 6:30pm till 11pm 7 days.

BAR JACQUESIn the middle of town Bar Jacques is a great, cosy, family run restaurant with a menu focusing on food from south-western France and the Savoie. Fantastic Foie Gras and the best Cassoulet you’ve ever tasted. (0479060389)

TIGNES CUISINEBased on the slopes at Tignes Le Lac you can ski to their south facing terrace for fast and fun asian cuisine. They steam fry their dishes to ensure the fresh ingredients remain healthy and tasty.

LOOPLocated at the foot of the slopes in the centre of Tignes Le Lac, Loop is a perennial favourite for tourists and seasonnaires alike. When the sun shines, there is no better place than the terrace overlooking the lake and peaks to kick back with a gourmet burger and refreshing beer. (0479091589)

FOLIE DOUCELocated on the mountain on the ok Orange this mountain restaurant offers a full range menu in a luxury environment. Eat inside or out and soak up the party atmosphere up there.

FLASH PIZZABetter known for its delivery and take out service, it also offers an eat-in service with a relaxed atmosphere and super friendly service. It is located next to the Galerie des Cimes in the centre of town. (0479419606)

LE LODGERight in the centre of town this is a great place to eat in a vibrant atmosphere. It’s always busy so book ahead. It has been The Echo’s favourite fondue venue since forever. (0479060201)

LE BISTROT DES CIMESLocated inside the Galerie des Cimes opposite the main coach stop, this quaint restaurant is run by the lovely Isabella of les 3 Bises fame. The sister restaurant of 1789 they serve the same high standard of food with a varying menu to suit most taste buds. Definitely not one to overlook. (0479061797)

P’TIT CREUXAlways our favourite pit-stop on the way home from a long night out P’tit Creux is open all day serving tasty cooked-to-order takeaway pizzas and kebabs. The fact that we’ve spotted a famous 3 Michelin star chef walking away with one of their kebabs speaks volumes.

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RESTAURANT REVIEW:BISTROT DES CIMES

Even though I know full well how busy Bistrot des Cimes can get I decided to try and walk in to grab a table. I got pretty lucky as the only free seats were at a two top so they could accomodate me.

It’s a bit odd but I’s never noticed until today that Bistrot has a vegetarian section on it’s menu - it’s got to be one of the few Savoyard restaurants that does, ususally vego’s have to choose between fondue or salad.

As I’m a huge fan of wild mushrooms I decided to go for the ravioli with morrel muchroom sauce. Even though the restaurant was full my food arrived surprisingly quickly.The ravoili were well cooked, ie. not

overdone, and the sauce was light, airy, well seasoned and full of flavour.

As a former chef it’s usually the little details that make or break a place for me. In Bistrot des Cimes’ case the wonderful crusty bread was a big hit for me as was the friendly but not overbearing service. Another thing that stands out for me as an ex-chef is kitchen standards and I was very happy to see when I snuck a peek in the kitchen from the bar, that it was immacualte despite being slammed.

I highly recommend the Bistrot to everyone, but it’s probably best to make sure you book in advance. KE


LOCAL NEWSFatal Accident on the Plan pisteA 22 year-old British seasonnaire from La Plagne came over to Val to ski with some friends last week and suffered a tragic accident in the Solaise ski area when he hit a snow cannon at high speed. Despite the cannon having a protection mattress he was not able to be saved by the 8 pisteurs and 2 doctors that were on the scene. Our thoughts go out to his friends and family.

All GNARed outLast Tuesday and Wednesday saw the inaugural game of GNAR hit Val d’Isere and we’re not sure that most people knew what hit them. We thought that things were going to get a bit messy but we were in no way prepared for the sheer amount of carnage that took place. That being said, the competitors did well to use a bit of common sense and respect keeping things just on the right side of insanity.

The VSPOT team of Austin, Rich, Matt and Cowtippa Tom took home first place with an impressive repertoire of footage including many photo’s that weren’t on the list but were hilarious nonetheless. In the end only 765 points separated the top two teams while there was a gap of nearly 4,500 points between second and third.

All in all GNAR was an epic success for a first-time event and while the organizers have a bit of fine-tuning to do for next year (we hate to say it but maybe less nudity) we’re looking forward to it already!

Now, bring on the Rat Race and the World Monoski Championships!

Even more eventsFollowing on the heels of last week’s Queen of the ValPARK and it’s after party at MBC this week we have Ride Her First coming back to the foot of the Face du Bellevarde and an aftterparty at Doudoune Club.

Ride Her First is a 2-star TTR pro event with a twist; the contest is held at night under the ambiance of DJ’s and pyrotechnic shows and is also the biggest inter-student contest in Europe.

Open to both skiers and boarders, men and women the features include a Big Air and a Stairset with cash prizes of €2000 for the winners. The team from the ValPARK are going to be responsible for the shaping of the modules so you know they’re going to be good, a crowd of 2000 people are expected to be in attendance and a host of sponsor will be on-site with some swag to giveaway - this sounds like one not to miss!


WORLD NEWSReflections on the world from someone that doesn’t have the constant distraction of a ski resort - Ben PryorI never thought I’d see a more relentlessly self-promoting politician in my lifetime than Neil Hamilton. That theory had the final nail put in its coffin this week as Commons Speaker John Bercow, poster child for short-man syndrome everywhere north of the Elysée Palace and president of gay rights group Kaleidoscope Trust, used the phrase ‘a kaleidoscope Queen of a kaleidoscope country in a kaleidoscope Commonwealth’ to describe the monarch at a Westminster event marking her Diamond Jubi-lee. David Cameron was visibly unamused at this latest faux-pas from the Speaker, a former Tory MP, once described in 2010 by Health Minister Simon Burns as a ‘stupid, sanctimoni-ous dwarf’ after his reprimand for talking during a commons debate. Their mutual animosity allegedly stems from an incident in which Mr Burns’s driver reversed into the Speaker’s car in a Parliament courtyard. Mr Bercow appeared and told Mr Burns, ‘I’m not happy!’ to which Mr Burns replied, ‘Well, which one are you then?’ Self-styled Islamic warrior Mohammad Merah, a French citizen of Algerian extraction suspect-ed of killing seven people in the past month, has died in a shootout with police at the block of flats in Toulouse where he had holed up. The gunman claimed his actions were motivated by revenge for Palestinian children, France’s army because of its foreign interventions and the banning of wearing veils in public and his only regret was not having killed more. The victims were three French soldiers with similar North African backgrounds, then three children and a teacher at a Jewish school on Monday. Claim-ing to have filmed all of the attacks, Mr Merah could not be convinced to surrender, stating he ‘wanted to die weapons in hand’ and firing on police at the scene. Understandably, President Pepé Le Pew’s son Louis throwing a tomato at a policewoman from the presidential palace has taken a back seat, though he provided an example for Mr Merah’s parents by meeting with the officer in question and apologising. George Osborne has cut the 50% tax rate in Britain back to 45% after it failed to raise treas-ury revenues. The move, as part of the budget, was decried by Red Ed and the Unremarkables as pandering to a rich minority; presumably he’d cross-referenced it against his predeces-sor’s figures on how many Tory voters would abandon the UK when they introduced the rate back in 2010. Corporation tax will be

cut by 2% this year and another 2% in 2014 as, in the chancellor’s own words, the budget ‘unashamedly backs business’; given funds, financial institutions and overseas investors own 92% of the UK’s debt, that’s like taking a beating in the school playground and asking the bully to pay for your blood transfusion. Pensioners will no longer have a higher tax-free allowance than people of a working age, with tabloids labelling it a ‘granny tax’; Wayne Rooney is said to be furious. Alcohol, cigarettes and petrol get their usual hammering, so if you live in London, drive a car, drink and/or smoke and don’t have kids you get about as much assistance as an armless leper at a urinal. New research suggests that male fruit flies that have been rejected by females drink significantly more alcohol than those that have mated freely. Human brains apparently have a similar chemical, which may react in a similar way; I think they’re confusing drinking alcohol after being rejected with drinking alcohol in order to even consider going there. A Bolivian judge has rejected calls to resign after he admitted ‘reading’ coca leaves to help him make decisions. Gualberto Cusi added that the leaves, the raw material used to make cocaine, helped him communicate with plants, animals, mountains and rivers; at least we finally know Dr. Doolittle’s secret. Anti-war protestors have broken into a military museum in Germany and painted a tank pink. Police say they are inves-tigating, but have no clues as to the members of the Pink Panzer gang; paging Inspector Clouseau. An eight-year-old boy has made headlines in Indonesia due to his 25-a-day cigarette habit; whatever it takes to stop Ange-lina from adopting him. David Cameron has revealed that Barack Obama ‘tucked him up in bed’ aboard Air Force One during his recent trip to America; I really hope to God that’s not a spelling mistake. And finally, the Daily Mail has reported that a top university has disbanded its rugby team amid allegations of sexism and racism. Players for the University of East Anglia’s 1st XV dressed up as Ugandan warlord Kony, Gary Speed, a member of the KKK and Baby P for a ‘bad taste’ party, in addition to causing over £1300 worth of damage last year at a Norwich hotel during their Christmas social. The report was described as shocking. I quite agree; imagine describing the University of East Anglia as a ‘top university’. Until next week, I’m off to try and drink a female fruit fly pretty.

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THE WEEK IN PICTURES


Sexiest leprechaun.

Happiest leprechaun.The result of ill-advised bets.

Appropriate alpine footwear.

Noah’s arc?

At first we were confused...

...then we saw Emelie. Nice billboard.

Posh.

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THE WEEK IN PICTURES GNAR!Top of pisteurs couloir. Not sure what the

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Headlock from a doorman.

One-piece licking.

Dip in the fountain!

Cook breakfast in the Solaise lift queue.

Photo with GNAR reps.

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Sledging Saucer Boy style.

Photo with VSpot Rich.

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RUMOUR MILLGet Well Soon!Julian Ball (Planks) had an accident last week that sent him to hospital with a ruptured spleen, kidney damage and more. He’s now out of ICU and we’d like to wish him a speedy recovery on behalf of all his mates in Val. Also, we’d like to remind him to pinch some of his tasty, tasty morphine for us.

As he’s also opted for a pre-emptive liver transplant while he’s under the knife anyone wanting to get him a present should feel free to buy him a nice bottle of whisky which can be left in the responsible hands of The Mountain Echo until Jules gets back to town.

Rocky VIIAnyone starting trouble at MBC should make sure not to do it anywhere near barman Martin who scored a whopping 320 points on the boxing game at the salle de jeux last week. Compare this to Christophe’s (Doudoune) record of 956 and the national average of 95 year-old ladies (450) and you see why you should be careful.

Wow. Just... wow.We knew that she was a singer but we just found out that Coco (ex-MBC, current Moris) recorded a song with Snoop Dogg. Yes, the real Snoop. We only know about this because MBC played the video on loop for a whole night last week. We’ve promised Coco that we wouldn’t put a link to the video in the mag as it appears there wasn’t much cash left for a video after paying Mr. Dogg his fee but we will say that Coco looks a bit like Woody Harrelson’s character from Natural Born Killers. Request it at MBC.

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RUMOUR MILLPoo done it?Here’s one for all the Cluedo fans out there. Vicky (Moris) pulled on a very drunken night out and woke up to the boy she pulled telling her that there was a poo on the floor. In actuallity it wasn’t on the floor but on a magazine that was on the floor, leading us to believe that the culprit kind of cares about Vicky but was angry that she pulled someone else. We’re open to hearing your theories.

Mistaken identity.Driver Andy - your flatmates would like to remind you that although they’re both white the refridgerator and the loo aren’t interchangable in function.

Escorted home.A good way to make sure you go home with someone is to have way too much to drink during an apres session - you automattically get taken home by two guys.

Five minutes into a conversation about large snakes that eat cows:Philippa (Moris): “But what kind of a cow would eat a snake? Cows eat grass.”

As usual, nothing printed in the Rumour Mill should be taken as fact.But should you want to join in and stitch up your mates, send all your stories and gossip to [email protected]

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each week chalet girl Tilly Crawley-Moore opens up her outbox to our readers. From: [email protected] To: [email protected]

I had always though that I had been quite correct in my assumptions that Kate Middleton was my nemesis. For she has in the most unfairest of ways completely stolen my life. In the same that Prince William was always destined to be King, I was destined to be his consort. This destiny is beginning to look less and less written in the stars. Though if he knew me I’m sure he’d have lifted the restraining order long ago, it seems increasingly unlikely that will ever happen.

It is probably no coincidence that I now have new a nemesis. Actually, if one were to include management staff for the chalet company I’d have a whole horde to contend with me but I mustn’t include those who hate me because of jealousy or for that matter because I’m a better show jumper than them.

No, yet again my nemesis is a love rival. And yet again he doesn’t even now exist. Well I thought he did. He kept sending me facebook messages and invites and telling me to come along to The Fall Line Bar and I really started to like this Jono. I must be honest, they were so incessant it was beginning to get a little embarrassing...But I was flattered and went a long to see him. At the bar he looked right through me, after charging me for the drink Iv thought he was offering me. I was devastated, and then it turned out he had a girlfriend – my new nemesis...and it’s all gone House of Windsor all over again.

Only a few weeks left of the season now to bag the man in my sites...I’ll show him chalet girl Sunday.

Lots of love, Tiz XX

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