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The Mountain Holiday That Changed My Mindset
Our partnerships manager recently visited Chamonix and spent the week with Girl Powder Retreats, an organisation dedicated to bringing like-minded women together through a shared love of the outdoors. From beautiful mountain hikes to post-spa après, Girl Powder Retreats offers it all, with both summer and winter trips available.
The Girl Powder experience blends relaxation with exhilaration, providing the perfect reset through a mix of wellness and adventure. And the best part? Their strong ethos of connection makes it feel like a getaway with friends.
With Girl Powder Retreats, you’ll stay in Chalet Mèlèzes, a luxury ski chalet with access to incredible food, spa facilities, equipment, and so much more. So next time you’re planning a holiday, remember – it’s not just a break you need, it’s a Girl Powder Retreat you need.
Find out what Emily thought below and remember, Ski Club Members receive 10% off all bookings!
I usually only visit the mountains in winter, drawn by skiing, so I wasn’t expecting much from a summer trip. But wow – I’m completely stunned! The mountains in summer are a whole different world. Hiking there was amazing, you get to discover everything hidden under the layers of snow you usually ski over, and the trails are bursting with colour. You get the same feeling as winter, when you’re surrounded by mountains, and absolutely nothing outside of that moment matters – your mind just feels completely free.
Chalet Mèlèzes is breathtaking, with its own spa and gym facilities, a warm, welcoming host in Laura, and panoramic views that seemed to change every hour with the light and the weather. The dining and lounging areas made it easy for everyone to come together, share stories, laugh, and enjoy the delicious food from Chef Luca. It felt like a home away from home – but one with the most incredible backdrop and a spa..
Every day offered something new – hikes, white-water rafting, daily yoga, relaxing in the spa, or wandering around town after a long lunch. I pushed myself and quickly discovered that I really love an adrenaline kick; mountain biking, though a little scary, was definitely a highlight. Honestly, I didn’t know a trip like this existed, and now I can’t wait to go back. It’s more than a holiday – it’s a complete reset for both mind and body.
One of the best parts of the trip was meeting so many like-minded women, all excited to try new things and embrace adventure. From the moment we arrived, it was amazing how quickly I felt supported by the women around me – cheering each other on, sharing laughs over tricky activities (or falling off our bikes), and proving that age didn’t matter at all when it came to embracing new experiences.
Each day followed an itinerary that struck the perfect balance: relaxed enough to feel unrushed, yet full enough to leave you feeling fulfilled and inspired – there was even room for a, pre-dinner, nap after the mountain biking!
I never thought I’d get emotional over dinner, but when we started talking about experiences, goals, and some of the things other women wished they’d done more of in life, it really hit me. Life is short, and these moments are precious. The trip was a powerful reminder that we need to try new things, challenge ourselves, embrace every opportunity to grow and more importantly, support other women!
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