VERBIER SKI OFFERS AND EVENTS

The world-famous ski resort, part of the extensive 4 Valleys network is as famed for its vast number of ski slopes, off-piste action and stunning back country as it is for its stylish boutiques, gourmet restaurants and celebrity fan club. Join hotelier Marcus Bratter and King's Group Verbier (responsible for managing Cordée des Alpes, luxury Design Hotel Nevaï, 3* Montpelier Hotel the Farm Club and on piste restaurants Le Mouton Noir & Ice Cube) this season as the resort becomes more accessible to all budgets and ski-types.

• • Cordée des Alpes is a luxury boutique hotel with a chalet-style atmosphere. With rustic wood, stone roofing and timber balconies making up the exterior and original Swiss-chic interiors, the design reflects its Alpine surroundings. The hotel offers a 14 metre swimming pool and fitness rooms, wellness spa with sauna, concierge service, laundry, gourmet restaurant and a bar.
  • Hotel Nevaï is Verbier's only contemporary design hotel with a sleek and sophisticated feel. A popular spot for après ski and dinner, the Nevaï Lounge Bar features a striking four metre long fireplace, sunken seating areas, sushi lounge and an impressive cocktail and Champagne list, perfect before heading next door to the infamous Farm Club.
  • Hotel Montpelier is Verbier's most luxurious 3 star hotel and a stylish family offering, conveniently located just a few minutes' walk from the centre of the resort. The hotel has 50 rooms, suites and apartments, an in house ski-rental shop for quick and easy equipment hire and a ground floor swimming pool.

45 years the Farm Club

The world's most notorious ski resort nightclub The Farm Club debuted back in 1971 when Verbier emerged as one of the chicest ski resorts in the world. Now celebrating its 45th year the club continues to host the most exclusive, stylish nights where skiers rub shoulders with royalty, celebrities and Verbier's finest.

For further information and booking visit www.farmclub.ch  or call 00 41 27 775 4000

Le Mouton Noir hosts Polaris Electronic Music Festival at 2,200 m

On the 11th and 12th December Bratter's Le Mouton Noir will host music and ski lovers for the brand new, two day electronic dance and music festival Polaris. Le Mouton Noir is an unparalleled location for daytime partying and après ski. With sets taking place from the leaders of the Swiss and internal electro scene - Laurent Garnier, Luciano, Seth Troxler, and Carl Craig –on Le Mouton Noirs on-piste sun terrace (the largest in Verbier), festival goers will drink and dance to the freshest electro beats whilst enjoying panoramic valley views and delicious cuisine from two exceptional restaurants.

Rent equipment during Polaris Festival from Ski Service Verbier and receive a 25% discount on all equipment hire when pre-booked online with promo code POLARIS at www.skiservice.com

Festival tickets cost 69CHF (£45). Mainstage at Le Mouton Noir from 2pm-10pm

For more information visit: www.lemoutonverbier.com

City Ski Championships - Stay at Hotel Montpelier

The Head Quarters of this year's City Ski Championships (4-7 February 2016), 3* Hotel Montpellier provides a relaxed, professional base for those competing in the financial sectors premier ski event or visiting the festival for the FT discussion forum and superb après ski program. Part of the Kings Verbier group of bespoke luxury local hotels including the 4* Cordee des Alpes and design focused Nevai, the Montpellier is just 10 minutes from place Centrale, served by the Verbier ski bus shuttle service and offers a variety of rooms from singles to a larger apartments and suites, many with magnificent views from outdoor balconies across the Swiss Alpes. A heated pool with floor to ceiling south facing panoramic windows, sauna and steam room provides restoration space for those looking to relax and all guests have access an attractive open plan lounge and bar and restaurant.

The City Ski Championships provides London and Europe's business & financial community with an opportunity to participate in friendly competition on the slopes of Verbier. A full itinerary of skiing, coaching and racing for all levels of skier is compiled for the long weekend. Lunches and dinners showcasing the areas fine restaurants and ski bars on and off the mountain provide ample opportunity for networking whilst skiers and non-skiers alike can enjoy Apres- Ski in the resorts most prestigious restaurants, bars and the world renowned Farm Club (situated under Hotel Nevai)

The City Ski Championships are part of The Momentum Ski Festival which combines the competition with the Financial Times Alpine Forum. Complementing the ski itinerary, the forum provides a platform for open business discussion between leading financial executives, journalists and social commentators.

Stay 3 nights at Hotel Montpellier from £890 based on two people sharing, B&B and inclusive of flights, transfers, race fees, shared welcome reception, 2 mountain buffet lunches and the weekend program.

For more information visit: http://montpelierverbier.ch/