GUEST PROGRAMME "INSIDE" WINTER 15 16

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1 GUEST PROGRAMME "INSIDE" WINTER 15 16

2 GENUINE MOUNTAIN EXPERIENCES Practise your first turns on the freshly prepared slopes early in the morning at sunrise before all the other guests, follow the royal ski tracks of the "Prince of Wales" or the Swedish royal family, savour your first experiences in powder snow or take a seat in a piste-basher and feel like the "hero of the night". Experience these and many other unique adventures with the "Davos Klosters Inside" winter guest programme and turn your stay into an unforgettable experience. Guest programme "Inside" 03

3 FREE OF CHARGE EVERY DAY The daily Inside experiences are available free of charge and exclusively to all guests of Davos Klosters ski hotels from 21 December 2015 to 28 March The only requirement for taking part is a valid lift pass. Simply register on the information screens or directly at the front desk in your ski hotel. Early registration is highly recommended. Please note the registration deadlines for the individual experiences. Guest programme "Inside" 05

4 OUT AND ABOUT WITH LOCAL INSIDERS All daily experiences are accompanied by local Davos Klosters insiders (with the exception of the GPS Treasure Hunt). Our "Insider" team consists of local experts, natives, local celebrities and local tourism providers. Let our insiders show you a whole new side to Davos Klosters. Our team provides real mountain experiences and will give you real insider tips. Even regular guests will enjoy seeing Davos Klosters from a new angle. Guest programme "Inside" 07

5 INSIDE OFFERS WINTER Guest programme "Inside" 09

6 MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY SUNDAY GPS treasure hunt Ski-safari 08:00 Parsenn - Madrisa P.20 / 21 Avalanche transceiver training 08:30 Jakobshorn P.28 / 29 GPS treasure hunt Sunrise 07:30 Parsenn P.12 / 13 Snowshoe adventure 09:30 Pischa P.24 / 25 GPS treasure hunt GPS treasure hunt Sunrise 07:30 Parsenn P.12 / 13 GPS treasure hunt Sunrise 07:30 Parsenn P.12 / 13 WEEKLY OVERVIEW WINTER :00 Jakobshorn P.30 / 31 In the footsteps of famous guests and royal families 09:00 Jakobshorn P.30 / 31 Tobogganing 09:00 Rinerhorn S.22 / 23 Behind the scenes at the piste and rescue service 09:00 Jakobshorn P.30 / 31 Off-piste taster course 09:00 Jakobshorn P.30 / 31 Ibex experience 10:00 Parsenn P.14 / 15 09:00 Jakobshorn P.30 / 31 Behind the scenes at the piste and rescue service Children`s taster course Davos 13:30, Jakobshorn (Bolgen) P.32 / 33 Children`s taster course Klosters 13:30 Parsenn P.18 / 19 14:00 Parsenn P.16 / 17 14:00 Jakobshorn P.26 / 27 14:00 Parsenn P.16 / 17 14:00 Madrisa P.34 / 35 Parsenn Jakobshorn Rinerhorn Pischa Madrisa Guest programme "Inside" 11

7 SUNRISE ON PARSENN - Ski ahead of the official lift opening hours - Be first out on the slopes - Breathtaking natural spectacle - Morning tranquillity in the ski resort Experience a truly unique feeling on the snowclad slopes with this inside experience. Make your dream of carving your first turns on the freshly prepared runs early in the morning before the lifts officially open a reality. Enjoy the early-morning tranquillity on the mountain and experience the sunrise with a view of the breathtaking panoramic Grisons mountains. Enjoy the first descents together with our local insider. Once the lifts have officially opened, take advantage of over 100 kilometres of slopes for your own individual skiing enjoyment. FANCY SKIING AT SUNRISE? Days: Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays Time: 07:30 Duration: 2 hours Meeting point: Valley station of the Parsenn funicular railway Region: Parsenn Requirements: Confident skiing on red runs Registration deadline: 19:00 the previous evening Guest programme "Inside" 13

8 IBEX EXPERIENCE - The most beautiful slopes on Parsenn - Discover and observe ibex in the wild - Obtain "Insider" facts about the ski arena Have you ever seen our ibex while skiing? This Inside offer will allow you to rediscover the Parsenn ski arena! Our "Insider" will show you the most beautiful of all the 100 kilometres of pistes and, with a little luck, you might be lucky enough to catch sight of the ibex the Grisons' emblem in the wild. Experiencing Grisons ibex in the wild is an unforgettable experience. WOULD YOU LIKE TO OBSERVE ME? Days: Thursdays Time: 10:00 Duration: 2 hours Meeting point: Valley station of the Parsenn funicular railway Region: Parsenn Requirements: Confident skiing on red runs Registration deadline: 19:00 the previous evening Guest programme "Inside" 15

9 BEHIND THE SCENES AT THE PISTE AND RESCUE SERVICE - Get to know the work of the mountain rescue service at first hand - Learn background information on avalanche blasting - Ride in a piste-basher Have you always wanted to know how avalanche blasting works and what the rescue service does every day to ensure your safety on the slopes? Or how expensive a piste-basher is and what it feels like to sit in one? Our insiders have all the answers. This exciting "Inside" offer gives you an exclusive look behind the scenes of the mountain railways, cable cars and lifts and shows what goes on in the background to make everyday skiing fun possible. FANCY SITTING DOWN? Days: Tuesdays, Fridays Time: 14:00 Duration: hours Meeting point: Weissfluhjoch mountain station Region: Parsenn Requirements: none Registration deadline: 09:00 on the day of the experience Guest programme "Inside" 17

10 IN THE FOOTSTEPS OF FAMOUS GUESTS AND ROYAL FAMILIES - Ski in the tracks of prominent guests - Discover interesting facts about famous guests and royal houses during 150 years of winter tourism - Obtain historic details about the English guests who have been coming to Davos Klosters since the 19th century Klosters has become known worldwide as a holiday destination, thanks to its illustrious guests from the English aristocracy and royalty. What is almost forgotten is that the American high society from the world of cinema, music, theatre and literature have been around here as far back as the 1950s. So much so that the village became known as "Hollywood on the Rocks". Stars, like Paul Newman, Greta Garbo and Gene Kelly, followed its reputation. Join us on this interesting time travel and journey of discovery. Clair Southwell, the royal expert and former assistant to the royal family, who lives in Klosters will introduce you to the lives of the famous guests and royals. Listen to humorous anecdotes, discover pictures and paintings by Prince Charles or understand his great passion for the mountains around Davos Klosters. FANCY WALKING IN THE FOOTSTEPS OF FAMOUS GUESTS? Days: Mondays Time: 13:30 Duration: 2 hours Meeting point: Gotschnagrat Region: Parsenn Requirements: Confident skiing on red runs Registration deadline: 09:00 on the day of the experience Guest programme "Inside" 19

11 PARSENN - MADRISA SKI SAFARI - Two ski resorts in one day - Wondrous slopes - Legendary Parsenn descent to Küblis An Inside offer tailored to anyone who would like to have maximum fun on the slopes on one day. The day starts off with an initial highlight: the 12-km long legendary Parsenn descent. The Rhaetian Railway then offers us the opportunity to take a well-deserved break. Fun in the snow continues on the Madrisa Klosters' sun-kissed local mountain. This offers time for a sociable lunch in the new "Madrisahof" event chalet (optional: food to be paid by participants). We return in the afternoon on the Gotschna cable car and then finally head back into the valley to Klosters or Davos Wolfgang. DO YOU CRAVE ENDLESS MILES OF SKIING? Days: Tuesdays Time: 08:00 Duration: approx. 8 hours Meeting points: Ski hotels Davos, Parsenn valley station Meeting point: Ski hotels Klosters, Gotschna valley station Region: Parsenn/Madrisa Requirements: Confident skiing on black runs, excellent fitness, only for skiers, 18 years and over Registration deadline: 19:00 the previous evening Guest programme "Inside" 21

12 TOBOGGANING ON THE RINERHORN - Detailed instructions by our toboggan experts - Great fun with the simple to control toboggan - Rediscover "tobogganing" Discover the thrill of tobogganing. With its 3.5 km-long toboggan run, in recent years the Rinerhorn has established itself as a "Mecca" for tobogganers and sledging enthusiasts. Familiarise yourself with tobogganing with our experts and then dare to take your first thrilling descents. The manoeuvrability of the toboggans makes them much easier and simpler to control (compared to traditional Davos toboggans). FANCY A THRILLING TOBOGGAN RUN? Days: Tuesdays Time: 09:00 Duration: approx. 3 hours Meeting point: Rinerhorn valley station Region: Rinerhorn Requirements: Bring ski clothing, sturdy shoes (no ski boots!), helmet and goggles Important: Toboggans are provided free of charge Registration deadline: 19:00 the previous evening Guest programme "Inside" 23

13 SNOWSHOE ADVENTURE - Discover a snowshoe trekking adventure - Snow-clad nature and beautiful mountain scenery - Tranquillity and serenity Fancy enjoying the beautiful mountain scenery at a slower pace? Cast off your ski boots and pull on a pair of snowshoes for a snowshoe tour. Snowshoe trekking is all the rage today. Glide almost weightlessly over the snow and explore the white wintry landscape. Whether it's snowy or sunny: snowshoe trekking is always a special experience. Enjoy the snow-clad countryside and tranquillity far away from the hustle and bustle. Snowshoe trekking requires no previous knowledge and is easy to learn. KEEN TO TRY OUT A SNOWSHOE ADVENTURE? Days: Wednesdays Time: 09:30 Duration: 3 4 hours Meeting point: Pischa valley station Region: Pischa Requirements: Bring weatherproof clothing, sturdy shoes, food and drink, good level of fitness, children from 12 years Important: Snowshoes and poles are provided free of charge Registration deadline: 19:00 the previous evening Guest programme "Inside" 25

14 OFF-PISTE TASTER COURSE - Gain initial experiences in deep snow - Handy hints from professional ski instructors - Finally descend together on a signposted but unprepared run Dream of glistening powder snow and untouched winter landscapes away from the hustle and bustle? Davos Klosters is one of the most attractive free-riding destinations in the Alps. The taster course is intended for anyone who would like to try skiing off piste but has not (yet) found the way to do so. A professional ski instructor will show you what you need to do and look out for. Ultimately descend together providing conditions permit it along the signposted but unprepared descent to Teufi (Dischma Valley) or Mühle (Sertig Valley). This offer is organised by the Swiss Snowsport School Davos. Subsequent courses can be booked following the taster course. KEEN TO TRY OUT SOME CURVES AND TURNS IN DEEP POWDER SNOW? Days: Wednesdays Time: 14:00 Duration: approx. 3 hours Meeting point: Jakobshorn mountain station Region: Jakobshorn Requirements: Confident skiing on black runs, from 18 years Registration deadline: 16:00 the previous evening Guest programme "Inside" 27

15 AVALANCHE TRANSCEIVER TRAINING - Introduction to avalanche rescue - Understand avalanche transceivers and how they work - Using and searching with avalanche transceivers under expert guidance - Handling and fine search with the probe Davos Klosters is one of the most attractive free-riding destinations in the Alps. The use of avalanche equipment is all the more important to enjoy it to the fullest. All avalanche rescue exercises need to be regularly practised and trained to be able to help calmly but quickly in an emergency. Learn the different functions of avalanche transceivers and how to use them on this avalanche transceiver introductory course. Then practise the individual search phases and correct use of the probe in our "Avalanche Training Centre". This offer is organised by Fullmoons Bergsport Davos. Subsequent courses can be booked following the introductory course. FANCY USING AN AVALANCHE TRANSCEIVER UNDER PROFESSIONAL GUIDANCE? Days: Tuesdays Time: 08:30 Duration: approx. 1.5 hours Meeting point: Carjöler-Fuxägufer chairlift valley station Region: Jakobshorn Requirements: none Important: Avalanche transceivers and probes are provided, if available bring your own equipment Registration deadline: 18:00 the previous evening Guest programme "Inside" 29

16 GPS TREASURE HUNT FUN FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY - Treasure hunt with the help of a GPS device - Discover the ski arena and many interesting facts - Cordial and a small surprise as a reward for children at the end - Fun for the whole family Fun for the whole family is guaranteed on this treasure hunt a sense of direction is also called for. Discover the modern form of the good old scavenger hunt. Discover the secret world of the Jakobshorn with GPS equipment and your skis and snowboards. Learn in a fun way everything there is to know and learn about the ski arena. A treasure hunt like this naturally makes you thirsty, which is why a glass of cordial and a small surprise await children as a reward. Your children will be thrilled and feel rather like Jim Hawkins (quick reminder: the young protagonist from Stevenson's "Treasure Island"). This offer is organised by inandout sport & events GmbH. Other activities can be booked after the treasure hunt. FANCY DISCOVERING THE WHOLE WORLD OF THE JAKOBSHORN? Days: Monday Friday Time: 09:00 Duration: approx. 2.5 hours Meeting point: Jakobshorn checkout; GPS equipment and an information sheet can be picked up directly from the cash point Region: Jakobshorn Requirements: Confident skiing on red runs, children under 18 years of age only accompanied by an adult Important: GPS equipment is provided free of charge, offer is organised independently and without assistance from insiders Registration deadline: 16:00 the previous evening Guest programme "Inside" 31

17 CHILDREN'S TASTER COURSE DAVOS - First experiences on skis for your children - Fun and games in the snow - Taster course with experienced children's ski instructors Your children (3-12 years) can get their first experiences in snow every Sunday afternoon on our ski taster courses. Fun and games are the two key elements to convey the thrill of winter sports. This taster course is organised by experienced children's ski instructors and is an ideal start to your winter holiday. This offer is organised by TOP SECRET Ski & Snowboard School. Subsequent courses can be booked following the taster course. KEEN TO TEACH YOUR CHILDREN HOW TO SKI? Days: Sundays Time: 13:30 Duration: 2.5 hours Meeting point: Bolgen arena (red tent) Region: Jakobshorn, Bolgen Requirements: Beginners up to 12 years Registration deadline: 9:00 on the day of the experience Guest programme "Inside" 33

18 CHILDREN'S TASTER COURSE KLOSTERS - First experiences on skis for your children - Fun and games in the snow - Taster course with experienced children's ski instructors Your children (3-12 years) can enjoy their first experiences in snow every Sunday afternoon on our ski taster courses. Fun and games are the two key elements to convey the thrill of winter sports. This taster course is organised by experienced children's ski instructors and is an ideal start to your winter holiday. This offer is organised by Schweizer Ski & Snowboard Schule Saas in Klosters. Subsequent courses can be booked following the taster course. KEEN TO TEACH YOUR CHILDREN HOW TO SKI? Days: Sundays Time: 14:00 Duration: hours Meeting point: Madrisa mountain station Schweizer Ski & Snowboard Schule Saas by the teepee) Region: Madrisa Klosters Requirements: Beginners up to 12 years Registration deadline: 9:00 on the day of the experience Guest programme "Inside" 35

19 MEETING POINT CANCELLATIONS MEETING POINT Insiders will await you at the agreed meeting points. All meeting points are signposted as "MEETING POINT". DID YOU KNOW? Taking part in the offers is free for guests of ski hotels - all you need is a valid lift pass. Please register at your hotel front desk or directly on the information screen. Please appear on time and ready to go at the various meeting points. Please buy your lift passes in advance. The insider cannot wait for registered participants should they be delayed. Please note that registration is compulsory. Please cancel in advance if you should be delayed: either at your hotel front desk or by to inside@ davosklosters.ch. This will allow people on the waiting list to move up and take advantage of the Inside programme. Guest programme "Inside" 37

20 DAVOS KLOSTERS INSIDE CONDITIONS OF PARTICIPATION REGISTRATION DEADLINE Leaving the group PERSONAL DETAILS GENERAL The conditions of participation apply to all services provided by Davos Klosters Mountains (hereinafter DKM) as part of the "Davos Klosters Inside" guest programme. The DKM General Terms and Conditions (T&Cs) form an integral part of the Terms and Conditions. ELIGIBILITY / REGISTRATION All guests of participating ski hotels are eligible to take part in the "Davos Klosters Inside" guest programme. By registering for Always as per the description of the offer. The number of participants is limited. No more people can participate once the maximum number of participants has been reached. The offers may be subject to a minimum number of participants. The offer will not take place if the requisite number of participants has not been reached. Participation in Inside experiences is free of charge to guests of participating ski hotels. The experiences do not include ski passes, food and drink. Changes / Cancellation Participants are permitted to leave the Inside group at any time. However, participants are obliged to inform the Insider in advance. Any participant that leaves the Inside group is not entitled to rejoin it. Insiders cannot wait for participants search for them. In this case, it is the responsibility of the participant to find his way around the ski area. Alert the rescue service in the event of an emergency. IMAGES DKM reserves the right to use images taken during Insider We attach importance to privacy and strive to comply with all existing legal requirements regarding privacy. Personal data is collected when you register. This data is only used for registration, cancellation or matters relating to the Davos Klosters guest programme. The data is not used for marketing purposes and will not be disclosed to third parties. Insurance / Liability Participants are responsible for insurance to cover taking part in the Davos Klosters Inside programme. DKM does not accept participation, the participant thereby declares that he fulfils the conditions of participation of the Inside experiences. The detailed description includes all skiing requirements, minimum age and requirements concerning the equipment. Should a participant not meet the conditions of participant, he can be refused the right to participate in one of the Inside experiences. Every participant has to be in possession of a valid lift pass. Guests can register on Inside experiences can be cancelled, changed or terminated at any time due to snow and weather conditions, cable car or lift operational reasons, or other compelling reasons. Any costs incurred in this respect will be borne by the participant. Prompt arrival at the meeting place is essential. Insiders cannot wait on registered participants in the event of them being delayed. In this event, the participant has no claim to participate. experiences of insiders and participants for printed publications, its website or photo galleries. People may be recognised on the images. All participants agree to this without any right to compensation. liability for accidents that take place before, during or after an Inside experience. Applicable law and jurisdiction Swiss law applies to the legal relationship between the participants and DKM. The court of jurisdiction is Davos. the information screens or directly at the front desk of their hotel. Guest programme "Inside" 39

21 DAVOS KLOSTERS INSIDE IS SUPPORTED BY: SCHWEIZER SCHNEESPORTSCHULE DAVOS From nursery slopes to pipes, rails to safe free-riding, cross-country to snow-shoe trekking and torchlight descents we offer everything a winter sports enthusiast could wish for: from group classes to private instruction in snowboarding, skiing and crosscountry skiing. ssd.ch info@ssd.ch TOP SECRET SKI & SNOWBOARD SCHOOL Top Secret Davos offers private instruction as well as free-riding and guidance on all aspects of wintersports whatever inspires you, regardless of age and ability. School, shop, hire and ski and snowboard store under one roof. We also have a wide range of snowboard and ski lessons and courses for our younger winter sports enthusiasts. topsecretdavos.ch school@topsecretdavos.ch INANDOUT SPORT & EVENTS GMBH Your go-to-place for excursions and adventures in nature. Let us organise a unique adventure or excursion in the natural countryside tailored to your specific needs whether you wish to book as a private individual or for your company, friends and family. inandout.ch events@inandout.ch FULLMOONS BERGSPORT Fullmoons Bergsport is your local specialist for: one-day ski tours, alternative skiing (free-riding), avalanche training (for novices and advanced skiiers), telemark instruction (over 20 years' experience). Fullmoons Bergsport also has a sports shop with a full range of equipment to use in the mountains (for sale or to hire). fullmoons.ch shop@fullmoons.ch SCHWEIZER SKI & SNOWBOARD SCHULE SAAS IN KLOSTERS A fresh, young and expert team awaits you to whisk you off into the world of wintersport, offering a wide range of services. Regardless of whether you are looking for fun with Snowly for your children, endless powder snow descents or ski instruction at all levels for adults, or dream of snowshow trekking on our remote trails rediscover your passion with our versatile ski and snowboarding instructors! ski-snow-fun-klosters.ch contact@sss-saas.ch Guest programme "Inside" 41

22 DAVOS KLOSTERS INSIDE IS PROVIDED BY: LET OUR INSIDERS SHOW YOU A WHOLE NEW SIDE TO DAVOS KLOSTERS! DESTINATION DAVOS KLOSTERS info@davos.ch info@klosters.ch DAVOS KLOSTERS MOUNTAINS info@davosklosters.ch PARTICIPATING SKIHOTELS davos.ch/ski klosters.ch/ski Guest programme "Inside" 43