SKİE SKİ THE SKİİNG

La Grave and the massif of La Meije offer the biggest lift-accessed off piste skiing in the world! Not only that but it is one of the few massifs which has an incredible 2150m 2300m of (7050ft) vertical drop. This off-piste mountain range can provide exhilarating skiing terrain for the advanced skier, snowboarder and tele-marker. The Skiers Lodge is perfectly positioned within only 3 minutes walk to the lift! This lift ascends from the village at 1400m to stations at 1800m, 2400m, 3200m, and finally to Dome de la Lauze, “the Glacier”, at 3550m. A typical ski descent offers limitless variety from tame to steep terrain commencing on this glacier, proceeding down spectacular open bowls, winding its way through small chutes, crossing glacial moraines into seemingly endless steeps and deeps in the serenity of the forest. Legendary descents from the Girose glacier, with direct lines of 2300m explain why so many riders come back year after year to enjoy free-riding with one of the most spectacular mountain scenery in the Alps. FMGA Mountain Guide Pelle Lang, the founder of Skiers Lodge, has come across this spectacular mountain village during his search for big mountain skiing. His dream was to create a lodge owned and operated by skiers for skiers. In 1989 this dream becomes a reality. "Careful thought is given to the itineraries that are chosen for each day. The goal is to keep clients challenged by the terrain, but not terrified by the surroundings."he Skiers Lodge Guide Service, for which Pelle works daily as the chief guide, represents the ski part of the concept. The ambition is to create a good chemistry between guides and skiers. Careful thought is given to the itineraries that are chosen each day. The goal is to keep clients challenged by the terrain, but not terrified by the surroundings. La Grave, de la Meije is not a ski resort. Ski resorts adapt to skiers whereas here the skier must adapt to the mountain. This is best achieved by the guidance received from the experienced guides within the Guide Service allowing the client to enter terrain otherwise inaccessible to him/her in a safe manner. All guests are given safety equipment which they are trained to use. Groups are limited to 5 persons ensuring a good level of safety and allowing for different skiing pace. All guides are qualified by the IFMGA and speak English, French, German and Swedish. In close proximity to La Grave there are many resorts with their own micro climates and our guide team may propose one of numerous possible day trips all within an hour’s drive. Service allowing the client to enter terrain otherwise inaccessible to him/her in a safe manner. All guests are given safety equipment which they are trained to use. Groups are limited to 5 persons ensuring a good level of safety and allowing for different skiing pace. All guides are qualified by the IFMGA and speak English, French, German and Swedish. In close proximity to La Grave there are many resorts with their own micro climates and our guide team may propose one of numerous possible day trips all within an hour’s drive. Depending on the best weather and snow conditions you may be guided to secret off-piste spots in Alp d’Huez, Serre Chevalier, and Claviere with their steeps, deeps and marvelous trees. Weather and snow conditions permitting why not try the phenomenal heliskiing in Alta Val Susa (Italy). The Skiers Lodge Guide Service is willing to show riders what it considered to be the best lift access free riding in the world. All it takes is a spirit of adventure for you to share in the ultimate riding experience. A revolution in attitude, style and equipment is making the sports of skiing and snowboarding better than ever.When international ski manufacturers launched their new breed of Extreme Skis, La Grave was the chosen spot. A combination of its long ski runs, its varied terrain and its untouched and unspoiled routes, has given birth to a freedom a freedom to create and shape exciting new styles, attitudes and equipment. Local riders long ago adopted a Free Rider attitude. This means taking responsibility for ones actions on the mountain. As the world of skiing and snowboarding pushes the limits of equipment, the industry pops out more modern equipment with a design and understanding of the 21st century rider. It is now easier than ever to float in the deepest powder, to hold an edge on the steepest terrain and to leave pencil-like tracks of a groomed snow surface

YACHT MANAGEMENT

Yacht managementBeing a yacht owner should be an enjoyable and privileged pleasure. However owning a yacht automatically generates another property to manage. A property that is usually situated far from the owner’s principal residence, that might require qualified personnel , specialized knowledge, and by its very nature, attentive and permanent maintenance and supervision. The role of InT-Marine, in its position as yacht manager, is to represent the yacht owner by assuming the task of maximising the longevity of the yacht, and in so doing minimising the preoccupation and lost time that the owner would incur to achieve the same goal.In its position as an intermediary, InT-Marine is always available and in a position to advise and act upon any decisions taken by the owner on the care and management of his yacht.InT-Marine offers a tailor-made service, adapted to an owner’s needs and the size of his yacht, covering the organization of the owner’s time on board, finding if necessary an appropriately qualified crew member, representing the owner in his absence in front of the crew, defining work and maintenance programs or repairs as well as their costs and the supervision of their execution.Within the limits defined between the owner and InT-Marine, we may also organize the purchase of necessary equipment and arrange diverse payments.InT-Marine acting as the owner’s “right arm” for the management of his yacht, always acts strictly according to the owner’s instructions, providing peace of mind and an economy of time.Cost of serviceInT-Marine charges a fixed monthly rate paid in advance, which is negotiated with an owner in relation to the services required, the size of yacht, and the number of crew. In its role as yacht manager InT-Marine does not accept commissions on any purchases, work carried out, or on any costs incurred for the yacht, and consequently the owner will directly profit from any discount/ commission that may be offered.InT-Marine does not charge for supplementary hours performed in the pursuit of its mission. Within a limit defined with the owner, the travelling costs necessary to assure the management of the yacht in accordance with the agreed management service are included in the monthly fee. In the event that a manager is required to travel further than the agreed limit, this travel cost and, if applicable, accommodation/ subsistence will be charged to the owner.PrecisionsInT-Marine’s manager is in regular contact with the yacht’s captain and crew. The yacht manager will liaise with the owner and captain to define what projects should be undertaken, upgrades or repairs, be they technical or aesthetic, and will endeavour to obtain the best quotations regarding quality/price, and once confirmed will survey the execution of the work and the adherence to the time allocated either on board or at the shipyard.InT-Marine will survey the accounts of the yacht if required, and will transmit regular reports, on the basis agreed with the yacht owner.InT-Marine will verify, in conjunction with the captain, all invoices before payment is effected. InT-Marine in its advisory role will assure that the owner’s yacht remains totally operational in accordance with the owner’s requirements and the various maritime regulations.If required, InT-Marine will consult with agencies specialized in crew recruitment, in order to find seasonal or permanent crew members, analyse their C.V’s, and conduct preliminary interviews.InT-Marine, utilizing its network of reputable companies, can negotiate the best and most cost effective insurance cover for a yacht or medical cover for the yacht’s crew. Whenever necessary InT-Marine will assist the captain in the general running of the yacht whilst the owner, or be it the case, the charterer, is on board, finding an appropriate mooring, advice concerning provisioning, technical assistance, or help with the reservation of a suitable restaurant, limousine, helicopter, etc