Hello and happy Monday! Waking up was not easy this morning after a long weekend in Verbier! Eight of us shared a gorgeous AirBnB chalet in Verbier for a weekend of too much fun and lots of skiing. A few of us worked from the flat on Friday, taking full advantage of the gorgeous office space while enjoying the roaring fire and mountain views.
As the chalet included a wonderful kitchen and large dining area, we took advantage and enjoyed cooking together both Friday and Saturday night in addition to our breakfasts. Our only formal meal out was lunch on the slopes Saturday at Cuckoo’s Nest, our favorite spot on the mountain.
Bo made a huge batch of chili Friday night and Saturday was fajitas and nachos. The weekend’s dessert was a delicious, homemade Funfetti birthday cake which Emily baked as a belated birthday gift. Our time around the dining room table were some of my favorite moments this weekend. We laughed until we cried, got to know each other better while having conversations we’d never have in a restaurant and were free to linger as long as we wanted, in no rush. I think we all agree that we prefer eating dinner at home in between après ski and going out later.
We went to Le Rouge for après ski on Saturday before heading to Pub Mont Fort and finally ending the night with dancing at The Farm.
The rest of the weekend we were on the slopes, enjoying the sunshine and blue sky. Since there hasn’t been much snow nor cold weather yet in Verbier the entire mountain isn’t open yet, just about 50%. But, luckily we were plenty occupied by the open slopes, including a few of my favorite ones from last season!
Emily and I were constantly in awe of just how much skiing is like riding a bike. After the first few runs our ski legs returned and we were enjoying red and black runs without fear. We are definitely less advanced than many others out there, but considering we only learned to properly ski last year, we are beyond excited with our progress!
Such a fun weekend! Luckily we already have two more ski weekends plan with our friends including one cross country skiing excursion! Here’s the recap from last year’s December Verbier ski weekend!
Your Turn: Do you prefer downhill skiing or cross country? Next month will be my first experience with cross country! I’m already nervous!
Ah, it looks like the weather was perfect for skiing! I can’t wait to get back on the slopes. Last year was a bummer year here for snow. And I love those kind of awesome friend weekends where there is just so much good food, laughter, and activities to share.
Thanks Lauren – it was fabulous! I wish I could spend every weekend skiing!
Looks like you had a wonderful first ski weekend of the season! I definitely prefer down hill skiing but would love to give cross country a go as I have never tried it!
Yes Jane, it was fabulous! I bet cross country skiing will be TOUGH!
Sounds like everyone had fun. Good luck with the cross country skiing!
Thanks Fiona! I will definitely share my experience with readers!
Sounds and looks so much fun!! I want to go too!! 🙂 I actually love both cross country and downhill skiing. I learned downhill skiing when I was 3 years old and we used to go skiing to the alps every year with my family but not anymore. It’s been a few years since I was skiing for the last time! I think cross country skiing is a great alternative for running in the winter..Only if we could get some snow here in the Southern Finland!! Have a great tuesday!
That’s so cool Karoliina! I’m nervous about cross country but bet it’ll be fun and definitely a workout!
PERFECT WEEKEND. Can I come next time? I’m a downhill skier… but I’ve been wanting to try Cross Country – can’t wait to hear how it goes!
I’m totally a downhill skier. I think I would enjoy a snowmobile more than the cross country, but I’m always up for something new.
Haha Kristi I have the feeling I’ll feel the same way when I’m done! 🙂