Verbier Cuts Prices By 15%
Verbier Cuts Prices By 15%
Published : 05-Feb-2015 01:24
The powers-that-be in Verbier have decided to cut prices on some lift passes, rentals and holiday accommodation by 15% ("terms and conditions apply") in response to the Swiss National Bank's decision to end its policy of a fixed exchange rate pegged to 1.20 Swiss francs for 1 euro, a decision which has had the effect of making holidays to the resort for Brits about 15% more expensive.
The price cut announcement came after business leaders in the resort met to discuss possible solutions to combat the strength of the franc.
The Association des Gérants Immobiliers de Verbier (Verbier Real Estate Agent Association) has decided to grant – for all new holiday reservations made up and until the end of April – a discount of up to 15% on all accommodation offers published on Verbier's official website.
Sports shops which are members of the Société des Commerçants et Artisans de Verbier (Verbier Association of Retailers and Artisans) have decided to offer a 15% reduction on clothing, equipment and rentals.
Téléverbier will offer a 15% reduction on pre purchased six-day ski passes for Tour Operators working in the UK when offered as an accommodation and ski pass package, and bought and paid for at least 10 days prior to customers' arrival in the resort.
"Verbier values its clients and hopes through these efforts that clients can benefit from a number of advantages, despite the strong franc. The region cares about its clients and above all, wishes to retain both its Swiss and overseas visitors," said a statement from the resort.
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