GRAY ROCKS IN THE WINTER
- "FAMILIES ENJOY A CRUISE ON SNOW"
Set on the shores of Lac
Oimet, just outside the quaint town of St. Jovite in the
Quebec Laurentians, is a jewel of a resort beyond compare
- Gray Rocks.
Year-round, this
all-inclusive resort offers guests an opportunity to
experience Quebec hospitality and the "joie de vivre"
Gray Rocks has bestowed on families for over 90
years.
Known by most returning
guests as a "Cruise Ship on Land", Gray Rocks'
winter Ski Week packages add top-notch
ski programs for every age and ability to the mix of great
food, luxurious accommodations, activities, social programs, friends and fun.
Ski Week Package at Gray
Rocks
The popular 6 night, 7 day,
"Adventure Cruise on Snow" includes a full
social calendar of activities for adults and children
including live entertainment. Kids 5 and under stay
and eat free, 6 to 10 year olds are 50% off and 11-17 year
olds are 40% the double occupancy rate, which starts at
$1,260 for the 7 day package.
Dining at Gray Rocks
Join family and friends in the dining room
for any one of the 18 meals included with the package
starting on Sunday arrival with lunch to breakfast on the
Saturday departure. A fabulous Thursday
Seafood buffet is the highlight of the culinary treats
offered over the week and includes a delicious dessert
bar. Other nights features french cuisine with
a choice of the main entree with soup, salad bar and scrumptious
dessert.
Guests may also choose to enjoy a generous
lunch at the Day Lodge. Dining room servers are
happy to provide the lunch ticket for the day on the
slopes.
Skiing at Gray Rocks
If you have come to Gray Rocks for the
skiing, be prepared to have the time of your life.
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Skiing or Snowboarding at Gray Rocks is just across the
road on Sugar Hill with 22 runs of varying terrain. |
Ski week includes:
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20 hours of ski instruction with the
Snow Eagle School and video analysis or 10 hours of
snowboard lessons.
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Unlimited use of ski lifts for 7 days
- lift tickets are also good for Mont Blanc - go to Jungle Magique - A Unique Playground adds to Mont Blanc Ski Resort as a Great Place for
Kids to learn more about this ski resort.
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Friday races, awards presentation and
farewell dinner
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Pro Challenge and Master races
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Official Snow Eagle School pin and
souvenir photo
Once you join your group for the week, the
fun begins. Ski groups meet at the Snow Eagle School
circle mornings
and afternoons for two hours of lessons. The
friendly ski instructors encourage learning and fun
throughout the day.
There is a full line of clothing and
equipment available at the Boutique located beside the ski
storage room. A rental shop for guests requiring
rentals or interested in trying something new - like snow
blades or snow boards.
Supervised Programs for Children at Gray
Rocks
At Gray Rocks children are treated to
their very own programs specially created to give them a
great time too!!
For children ages 3 years to 5, the Snow
Eagle Ski & Snowboard School offers its award winning
programs.
Lessons take advantage of the secure new beginner
zone, magic carpet and dedicated children's area on a
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The Ski n' Play program for 3-5 year olds
comes complete with equipment for a 1 hour ski lesson and
supervision for the day.
Snow Eaglets for ages 4-5 gives little
skiers a little more snow experience in a mini-class
environment.
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The on-slope daycare centre located in the
Chalet Lucille Wheeler has toys inside and a fenced play
area outside. It is not unusual to see the
kids outside playing in the snow as part of their hillside
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The Ski programs and daycare operate
Monday to Friday from 8:30 to 4:30 and Saturday and Sunday
from 9:00 am to 3:45 pm. On Mondays a "Poptail"
Party at the Kids Club runs from 5:00 pm to 6:00 pm
and Friday offers a special treat with a
Ski Class Supper and supervised activities from 6:00 pm to
10:00 pm.
Daycare for children 6 months to 2 years
and 3-5 that are non-skiers lets parents enjoy their day
on the slopes knowing that their youngsters are well cared
for in the Kids Club.
Babysitting can also be arranged through
the daycare centre but need to be booked 48 hours in
advance with a minimum of three hours. Multiple
families can reserve a sitter for a reduced rate as well.
Evening Social Programs
There is plenty to do every evening of the
week as part of the social program for families to enjoy
together. Family activities may include:
Some activities are off
site and the Gray Rocks Bus is included in the cost of
these excursions.
For the grown ups there are Après Ski
events and evening entertainment in the Thirsty Eagle Bar.
Accommodations at Gray Rocks:
With views of Lac Ouimet or Sugar Hill, the Resort's mountain, charming
accommodations await families at Gray Rocks.
For more information go to Gray Rocks, Mont Tremblant, Quebec - A Hotel Fun 4 Kids™ Rated Destination.
Tastefully decorated with luxurious bedding, there are
plenty of options from regular rooms in the West Wing, 2
Bedroom County Charm Suites with lounge and fireplace to
fully furnished and equipped off site
condominiums.
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One of the Resort's features that many
guests enjoy are the whirlpool tubs featured in the
luxurious suite bathrooms |
And then there's More!!!!
Gray Rocks is more than just skiing in the
Winter. A complete Fitness Centre, Spa and Indoor
Pool with 2 Hot Tubs are available to the Resort
Guests.
A wall of windows facing Gray Rocks' Sugar
Hill brings in the sun to light up the Pool during the day.
The Family Hot Tub is a popular place for young
and old to soak
after a day of skiing. |
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For older kids, the arcade area and new
teen lounge is all the rage. Kids and Parents enjoy
challenging each other to a game on the pool table, ping
pong, table hockey and video games.
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Toes can always be warmed around the
fireplace in the Thirsty Eagle Bar. Karaoke,
entertainment and dancing are offered for adults only
after 9:00 pm.
We've got some Tips for Enjoying your Stay
at Gray Rocks:
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Upon arrival check the
front desk for social program/activity calendar and
hotel information.
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Book your activities shortly after your
arrival to ensure that your family is not disappointed.
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The Front Desk will
also have an information pamphlet on the Daycare, Ski
N Play and Snow Eaglet program.
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Not sure how to Tip at
Gray Rocks - there is info at the front desk
offering suggestions for that too.
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If you get a chance
during your lesson to use snow blades - give it a try
- its great fun.
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Ski
down Deer Run for a great view of Gray Rocks.
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Dinner menu is posted
in the lobby each day.
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You can reserve the
same table throughout your stay in the dining room.
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Head down to St. Jovite
for a walk around this quaint Laurentian Village.
Gray Rocks is a great place
for a family vacation any time of the year. The legendary comfort
and pampering that families are treated too is not only
enhanced but surpassed by the combination of Gray Rocks'
extensive amenities and social programs with it's
award-winning ski school program.
Summer at Gray Rocks is
undergoing a change this year with all-day programs for
children - visit www.hotelfun4kids.com
for news on the exciting new activities for kids or subscribe
to our newsletter and we will let you know!!
For more information go to Gray Rocks, Mont Tremblant, Quebec - A Hotel Fun 4 Kids™ Rated Destination
For more Ski Resort Information go to Quebec Ski Resorts
By Maureen Hall.
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