Arranging your airport transfer is a vital step in ensuring your ski trip begins and ends without a hitch.
When booking your transfer, be cautious of deals that seem too good to be true. Verify through official platforms and resort recommendations.
Early booking helps you secure reliable transfer options and can avoid last-minute hassles and unnecessary stress.
Try to book midweek or Sunday transfers to avoid peak traffic. Consider the timing carefully to ensure a smooth journey.
The high altitude resorts of La Plagne are accessed via a steep drive of switch back bends. We strongly advise you not to look at screens during this journey and kids are encouraged to count down/up the bends to avoid car sickness
Pad your ski bag with clothes/underwear to maximize baggage allowance. Be prepared for roof rack transport and use plastic bags to protect items from snow or rain.
Geneva Airport has some good shops and restaurants to while away waiting time.
At the entrance to Chambery Airport there is an Italian Restaurant called Italoria serving some fabulous dishes.
Grenoble Airport has a supermarket, McDonalds, Cafe and various food options a short walk from the terminal building.
Lyon Airport has ATMs, VIP lounges, a pharmacy, numerous charging points for your electric devices and free Wi-Fi access throughout the terminals. Luggage trolleys in the car parks and around the terminals are also available and free.
Transfers typically take a minimum of 2.5 hours - plan accordingly and avoid excessive alcohol consumption before travel.
Consider travel insurance to cover extra expenses from flight delays or cancellations.
Avoid anti-social arrival/departure times as they may increase transfer costs.
Consider midweek transfers to avoid weekend traffic congestion.