If you're looking for value for money, look no further than a Club Med ski holiday. Thanks to the all inclusive nature of their packages, it really is a no-brainer for families, beginners, and groups.
Your Club Med package holiday includes:
Flights
Transfers
Accommodation
All food - breakfast, lunch, dinner, and snacks throughout the day
All drinks - soft, alcoholic, hot, cold (super-premium brands and champagne not included)
Ski lessons
Lift passes (usually full area)
Childcare for 4 to 17 year olds in villages with a Mini Club and Junior Club facilities (childcare for 4 months to 4 years available as a supplement)
Use of your Club Med village's amenities, including swimming pool, hot tub, gym, and sports facilities (village dependent)
In fact, you needn't spend another penny on a Club Med ski holiday, which means the price you see is the price you pay - no need to worry about escalating costs!
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Wondering what to expect from your first Club Med ski holiday? We tell you everything you need to know, in addition to how much money you could save by choosing Club Med, in our First Timer's Guide to Club Med.
Explore Club Med's Villages
There are 14 Club Med villages to choose from in Europe, the majority in France.
You'll also find a Club Med in St Moritz in Switzerland and a Club Med in Italy in Pragelato, which gives you access to Sestriere and the surrounding ski area.
Why not explore each of the Club Med villages by clicking on the links below? Or, jump further down the page, where we provide more information on Club Med's most popular resorts to help you decide on the right one for you.
Alternatively, give our ski specialists a call - most have experienced a Club Med ski holiday themselves, so they can tell you first-hand what it's like. Combine that with their extensive resort knowledge, and they'll really help you to narrow down the best Club Med holiday for you.
The Club Med Experience
First of all, Club Med is French, but the staff and guests are multi-national and English is spoken widely, especially in the bars and restaurants. We can honestly say that the Club Med experience is nothing like staying in a standard ski hotel (in a good way!) and here's why.
Food and drink
On your first Club Med trip you’ll be amazed by the huge selection of food and drink – you can easily leave your wallet at home and not have to spend a single extra penny.
Breakfast, lunch and dinner is a huge buffet filled with stations of local delicacies and home favourites, some of the food is cooked and plated fresh in front of you by the chefs. There is something to suit all tastes and you often find yourself going up for seconds and thirds!
Some Club Med resorts will have a complimentary speciality restaurant that you can pre-book into for an intimate restaurant experience. Furthermore you will find snacks throughout the day such as afternoon tea/fresh crepes and pre-dinner canapes at the bar.
Facilities
Most Club Med villages feature a pool, fitness space and spa area that you can enjoy after a day on the slopes.
Some resorts also include additional activities such as fitness classes, dancing lessons, wine tasting and cocktail making lessons.
Val Thorens Sensations is unique to feature a 10m high climbing wall suitable for guests 11 years old and above. All of these features are included in your package.
After dinner entertainment
The after dinner shows are a unique experience for a ski holiday but these are the norm across all Club Med winter and summer resorts. These may not suit British tastes but you can easily avoid them by staying at the bar or another entertainment area.
The shows normally start around 9pm and are held in a separate theatre area. Performed by the general staff (G.Os) that you will see across the hotel all week, each day of the week has a different show.
The resorts have staff dedicated to the shows, such as costume designers and choreographers so the shows are always entertaining to watch, if maybe a little cheesy. After the show the village nightclub opens (usually after 11pm) where you can carry on the night and practice your crazy signs with the G.Os.
Childcare
Each Club Med is different, some Villages are adult only, some Villages allow children but don't provide childcare, and some are fantastic for families catering for children of all ages. The childcare staff will ensure your children get to their ski lessons, and are fed, watered, and entertained, leaving you to enjoy your ski holiday, too. Some resorts even offer childcare up to 9pm, meaning you can drop your kids off for a few hours while you enjoy a peaceful dinner!
Accommodation
Accommodation is mainly of a premium standard, and Club Med is regularly renovating and upgrading villages that are on the tired side. Properties have various room grades such as club rooms, family suites, interconnecting rooms, rooms with views, and there are lots of optional extras like massages or treatments available. Club Med can also do short breaks in selected resorts (subject to availability). You can find out more about the system Club Med uses to grade its villages below.
Our BEST SELLING CLUB MED SKI HOLIDAYS
Good for: Early and late season holidays, couples, good skiers, and adult groups.
Club Med Val d'Isere is a charming alpine chalet that offers comfort in large and spacious surroundings. Sports enthusiasts will love the new cardio-fitness room at this Club Med hotel.
What the Iglu Ski experts say...- Love the BBQ express lunch right outside the ski room - local sausages and wine, scoffed while still in my skis and boots.
- The ski in - ski out location allows quick access to a choice of lifts in the morning.
- Picturesque location nestled amongst the chalets overlooking the town.
- Superb, lavish cuisine and so many great dishes to choose from.
Good for: Early and late season holidays, couples, and adult groups
The design of Val Thorens Sensations is like nothing Club Med have done before, and is aimed at the adult market and good skiers or riders. It will be the fastest selling village in the Club Med range and early booking is not just recommended, it is essential.
What the Iglu Ski experts say...- A new concept-Club Med with more emphasis on relaxing atmosphere, good bar service, a decent nightclub and fantastic food to enjoy from the terrace.
- Fantastic location - You can ski to the hotel door directly from apres at the Follie Douce.
- The most grown up and slickest place to stay out of all the Club Med resorts.
- Superb, lavish cuisine and so many great dishes to choose from.
Good for: Families, couples, and special events
Peisey Vallandry Club Med is in the perfect position right next to the impressive Vanoise Express and in the middle of a charming village. The standard of accommodation is exceptional and the cuisine is 1st class. This is the type of place to honeymoon or have a very special occasion like an anniversary or significant birthday.
What the Iglu Ski experts say...- The warm and cosy bar area with different nooks and crannies making it a fabulous place to unwind before and after dinner.
- Best indoor and outdoor heated pool of any Club Med.
- Easy access to La Plagne over the Vanoise Express or Les Arcs from the chairlifts.
Good for: Families
Club Med Samoens provides kids clubs from 4 month to 17 years, a dedicated family restaurant with an early dinner for Petit Club Med and Mini Club Med participants, baby corner, a baby gym and interconnecting rooms. Located on the top of the mountain, the property boasts exceptional 360 degree mountain views.
What the Iglu Ski experts say...- A perfect blend of modern style and alpine charm, they have taken the best bits from the top Club Med hotels and created perfection.
- Incredible 360 degree views of a particularly beautiful ski area.
- The ultimate in ski in ski out convenience.
- Exceptional indoor and outdoor pools.
Good for: Families, couples, and next-level luxury
The relatively new Club Med Les Arcs Panorama in Arc 1600 features fantastic family facilities, including childcare for kids from 4 months to 17 years, as well as stunning adult areas including 5T luxury suites, gourmet lounges and a huge spa and pool area.
What the Iglu Ski experts say...- An incredible ski in ski out location next to a chair lift that takes into the heart of the Les Arcs ski area.
- Brand new, modern, state of the art facilities.
- Convenient access to the Bourg St Maurice Funicular - for anyone catching the train to resort.
- Excellent food and fantastic staff.
HOW TO SAVE MONEY ON YOUR CLUB MED HOLIDAY
Loyalty is rewarded with Club Med and Iglu Ski. Regular bookers will accumulate points that you can put towards special offers and rewards depending on which of the 4 Great Member statuses you fall in to – Turquoise, Silver, Gold and Platinum. Points are gained by holiday bookings, spending in resort and referring a friend.
Recommend a friend to get £160 off your holiday
Recommend a 'new*' friend to Club Med and get them to quote your name and GM number at the time of booking for your friends to receive their £80 voucher towards their first Club Med holiday and you will receive £160 voucher to redeem off your next holiday booking one month before your friend’s holiday departs. So spread the word and receive extra discounts when booking your holiday with Iglu Ski.
*The friend has to be new to Club Med