Today was one of those perfect skiing days. Crystal blue skies, not too cold and no wind. So, we decided to go to La Rosiere for the day, after taking Heather for a long walk.
It only takes 30 minutes to get there and the resort just took us in!! The runs were mostly empty with dreamy snow conditions.
We took the opportunity of going over to Italy (it would be rude not too), skiing all the way down to La Thuile centre for lunch. We skied here last February and had an awful time. But this place is pretty good with some sun and no wind. The back bowl of La Thuile is wonderful with wide open, empty, flowing reds and blacks and beautiful snow.
We were back over in France (La Rosiere) by 3PM and stopped off at a lovely mountain bar for a glass or two of vin. I did my usual (John) and left our back pack on one of the chairs. Luckily the attendants found it and we were reunited, much to my relief as Fifi had a new pair of glasses and a new hat in said rucksack.
There are lots of beardy Russian types in the resorts now which makes quite a difference. They all speak very loudly and drink a lot of vodka a lot of the time.
Once home, we walked all the way down to Bourg centre which is a real surprise. Great shops, restaurants and bars with a friendly, cordial atmosphere. We liked the look of Le Savoyard eatery so have booked for a slap up nosh fest on Saturday. The hotel bourg in the centre look great. we took a look at a couple of properties in the local immobiliers. Property is quite expensive but a few are not too badly priced.
Shauna has just emailed to say that Jared and Debs are out in La Plagne this Saturday for a week, so we will pop over and meet for a ski and lunch.
We are just about to get stuck in to some local sausages with mash and onions which er deserve after all the hard work today!! Well, some one's got to do it!!
We would like to wish Ad (Fiona's Dad) a very happy 84th birthday. Lots of love, From Fiona, John & Heather xxx
Thursday, 10 January 2008
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