Welcome to the Princess Di Ski Appreciation Society

Join us for an unforgettable ski trip, 17th to 24th January 2026!

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Palmeros · Princess Diana Funeral - Elton John - Candle In The Wind (Goodbye Englands Rose)




Trip Details

Welcome to the 10th Annual Princess Di Ski Appreciation Society Ski Trip!

We’re back for our tenth glorious year to honor HM Princess Diana, our beloved English Rose. Like a candle in the wind, we’ll be flying through the French Alps, raising our glasses, and breaking speed records, all in memory of our princess—taken too early, but whose spirit will forever live on-on the slopes.

This year’s royal adventure will take place from January 17th to 24th, 2026 in Val Thorens, the crown jewel of the Three Valleys—the largest ski area in the world! With 600 kilometers of runs, 333 slopes, 183 lifts, and a royal selection of 20 bars, we’ll aim to "crash" as many as we can—just like our late princess would have wanted (but hopefully with fewer paparazzi involved).

The base price for this magnificent affair will be approximately £720, covering accommodation, a Val Thorens ski pass, and entry-level ski rental. But fear not, dear skiers, for I can tailor this royal package to your exact preferences. Want an upgrade? Don't need to hire? Have your own boots? I’m at your service.

Please note, the final prices won’t be set until the end of May when they release their rates. But rest assured, with a royal discount from the legendary Laurence from BuildMySkiTrip, you’ll get the best deal this side of Buckingham Palace, in one of the best resorts in the world.

What will I do for you: Accommodation, Ski Pass, Ski Rentals, Lessons, Val Thorens Transfers, and Winter Sports Insurance—everything you need to feel like royalty (based on your preferences, as per my easy-to-fill-out questionnaire, under 'Your Choices' on this very website).

What You’ll Need to Organise: Flights, baggage, and transfers to/from your home airport—nothing too taxing for our loyal subjects.

Get ready to slide down the slopes in true royal style. We shall celebrate Princess Diana’s legacy in the most majestic way possible—on the snow, with a drink in hand, and speed fit for a queen. 👑❄️

Key Dates

**before booking flights, wait for my confirmation that the chalet are holding our dates

Stage Deadline
Invite Stage Now
Confirm attendance End of March
Send £150 Deposit End of ~April
Complete Trip Requirements End of May 25
Book Flights/Travel ASAP
Send remaining Balance By 30th Nov

Price Breakdown

As resorts don't put their price list out until May, I've put this esimate together below, based on a best guess of what the prices are going to be in 2026 (using this years prices, adjusted with a slight increase to be safe). Personally I think it'll come in a little cheaper than this, and will keep everyone updated as soon as definites start coming in.
As always I'll continue to be fully transparent with everything throughout this

Item Price
Accom, Pass, Hire £720
No Hire -£79
I have my own boots -£15
Three Valleys Pass Upgrade +£55
Helmet +£19
Group Lesson +£175
Private Lesson TBD
Winter Sports Cover) +£20
Airport Transfer (return) ~£125


Ski Trip Calculator

Update: I've adjusted the prices based on my conversation with Laurence on 21/02. Some discounts are still pending, but I've included rough top-end estimates for better clarity.

Will keep everyone updated on this royal journey.

Ski Trip Calculator

Base (£720)
TVP Upgrade (£55)
Hire Standard (£0)
Upgrade to Silver (£10)
Upgrade to Gold (£20)
Upgrade to Platinum (£30)
No Hire Needed (-£79)
Boots (-£15)
Helmet (£19)
Lessons Group (£175)
Lessons Private (£TBD)
Transfer (£125)
WS Cover (£20)


Total: £720

Flights

Here I have shared ideal flights from each of the locations. If we get everyone on the below flights, it means I can organise the transfers to/from Geneva airport more efficiently, which means costing less.

Prices are based of flights Saturday to Saturday in December 25, flights will be released end of February for the week we are after, and will update prices accordingly then

My recommendation is getting the flights booked ASAP, as they go up in price quite quick. My advice would be get the flights, then add the seats, bagagge, etc later - to spread the costs

Please wait though for confirmation Chalet has been put on hold - should know this soon

Route Flight Time
&
Price
(Dep. / Arr.)
Arriving into Geneva
Gatwick
(EasyJet)
08.10 / 10.50
£74.99
Luton
(EasyJet)
07:55 / 10:40
£45.99
Bristol
(EasyJet)
06:00 / 08:45
£88.99
Amsterdam
(EasyJet)
07:20 / 08:50
€89.99
Bournemouth
(EasyJet)
09:45 / 12:25
£44.99
Hamburg
via
Frankfurt
06:00 / 07:10
08:10 / 09:25
€135
Departing from Geneva
To Gatwick
(EasyJet)
13:15 / 13:50
£52.99
To Luton
(EasyJet)
13:40 / 14:30
£33.99
To Bristol
(EasyJet)
16:20 / 17:10
£51.00
To Amsterdam
(EasyJet)
13:10 / 14:25
€38.49
To Bournemouth
(EasyJet)
14:55 / 15:35
£31.99
Hamburg
via
Frankfurt
14:20 / 15:35
17:00 / 18:05
€133

Your Choices


Click here


I've created a simple google forms for you to complete for yourself. This plugs directly into my spreadsheet, so I can make sure I get it right for you. Once it's added, I'll update your section on the website to show what you have selected, and your sub-total

So double check before you submit!

Invite List

Here is the invite list on who is coming. HEre I'll mark down if you are awaiting confirmation, or have confirmed. Your trip selection's, what you have paid, and/or currently owe

Awaiting Confirmation ⏳

Confirmed ✅

Booking Details Complete 📋

Deposit Sent 🏦

Flights Booked ✈️

Paid 💵

Marcus Eaton

Marcus Eaton🏂✅📋🏦

Laura Navin

Laura Navin⛷️✅📋

Joel Bruges

Joel Bruges⛷️✅📋

Andrea Gygax

Andrea Gygax

David Lohmann

David Lohmann⛷️✅📋

Daisy Ottman

Daisy Ottman⛷️✅📋

Evan Devereux

Evan Devereux

Alice Devereux

alice Devereux

Tom Keen

Tom Keen

Katherine Ford

Katherine Ford

Elliot Sharp

Elliot Sharp🏂✅📋

Pippa Ward

Pippa Ward⛷️✅📋

Tom Edwards

Tom Edwards

Georgia Edwards

Georgia Edwards

Michael Read

Michael Read⛷️✅📋

Abigail Ward

Abigail Ward⛷️✅📋

Nathaniel Thompson

Nathaniel Thompson

Tjorven Boettcher

tjorven boettcher

Andrea Cava

Andrea Cava 🏂✅📋
Frazer Eaton⛷️✅📋

Frazer Eaton

Andy Moore⛷️✅📋

Andy Moore

James Clayson

James Clayson

A Short Poem about our Lady Di

Why you cry?
Because of Lady Di
What happened?
Lady Die
Oh no, I'm sad.
My dripping eyes.
Lady Di.
Lady die.