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French ALPs
Jan 25 - Feb 1, 2025
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We've added a second Ski Week to the calendar because one a year isn’t enough! For the first time ever, we'll be having a back-to-back ski week Unplugged in Livigno and Chamonix.
Mont Blanc is the highest mountain in the Alps and Western Europe, and the highest mountain in Europe outside the Caucasus mountains, rising 4,805.59 m above sea level. It has a legendary 20-kilometre (12-mile) valley (the longest in Europe), and Chamonix has been dubbed "the birthplace of alpine skiing" because of it. ‘
‘The Chamonix Valley is famous for challenging skiing and a range of off-piste routes. It's easy to access the backcountry thanks to the lifts that whizz you up to the peaks of Mont Blanc but there are easy slopes for beginners as well.’
Why join an Unplugged?
Unplugged adventures are all about our reunion, seeing familiar faces while taking an intentional break from work to reconnect and reminisce about the wild days of the Tribe. It's a chance to keep in touch with old friends a few times a year and stay plugged into the community, even when we're no longer fully nomadic and able to join month-long Chapters. Living our daily lives together is beyond compare, now imagine us in vacation mode.
A holiday with old friends, are you in?
I just loved being able to get to know new Tribers, banding together and dancing, eating together, and exploring together. Learning how to ski can be hard, so there is nothing better to have others hold you accountable and cheer you on! :) - Triber, Elektra
Reunite with the Old Pals in the Snow
Chamonix has slopes for all skill levels, from beginner to expert. It's known for its challenging off-piste runs and the famous Vallée Blanche glacier run. It promises unforgettable skiing experiences and lively après-ski in the charming town. With very reliable snow In January through to February, top facilities, and stunning scenery, Chamonix is a top spot our Ski week!
Get Your Freestyle on in Snow Parks
The Chamonix Valley has nine ski resorts, including the renowned "Les Grands-Montets." The area caters to skiers, snowboarders, and freeriders of all levels and is divided into four main locations, connected by a ski bus service. Read more here.
'Step into the Void'
The Aiguille du Midi offers views of Mont Blanc and the Chamonix Valley from several platforms. It is the starting point for the famous Vallée Blanche glacier run and features the Espace Vertical alpinism exhibition. The "Step into the Void" glass box provides uninterrupted views above the mountains.
Choo choo through the French Alps!
Take the Montenvers train to the Mer de Glace glacier (1913m) for stunning views, ice caves with ice sculptures, the Glaciorium with information on the glacier's history and climate change, and the Terminal Neige for drinks and food along the way.
After Ski we Aprés-Ski!
Chamonix is known for world-class skiing, but it's also known for its world-class après-ski scene and nightlife! The town has numerous bars for après-ski drinks with options at the base of each ski area as well.
Disclaimer: Some of the pictures are from our Unplugged ski week adventures in Saint Lary and Val Thorens as well as last year's Unplugged in Livigno.
Our Home in Chamonix
The first Winter Olympics was hosted in Chamonix in 1924, with five snowy mountains forming the backdrop of its ski area. The valley offers slopes for every skier, with various altitudes and orientations. Seasoned skiers can tackle challenging slopes while enjoying stunning views. Beginners can sharpen their skills on the valley's low-altitude 'green' slopes or at the ski school.
Chamonix has over 150 km of pistes and around 15,000 acres of off-piste skiing. With a skiing altitude of 1035 – 3842 metres, it has a great snow record, especially in January. Read more on the official resort website.
300 metres from Chamonix Sud bus stop
3 apartments all in the same building
Up to 16 members that have completed at least 1 Chapter
Up to 20 mpb
Overall I absolutely loved the experience! Even though I wasn't a pro skier or snowboarder. The accommodations were just perfect, and it was great being together with everyone. - Triber, Elektra
Highlights
We have 3 modern apartments all in the same building with some really comfy communal areas, including a large living room, large dining room, and fully equipped kitchen.
There is a supermarket is approximately 700m away (Spa) from our home.
All apartments have a covered balcony with outdoor dining furniture and a view of Mont Blanc and Aiguille du Midi. They also have a multi-flame gas fireplace and a ski boot room with a private locker and boot dryers.
All the apartments have a washer and dryer.
Good to Know
Ski passes can be purchased ahead of time online. There are two ski passes to choose from: Chamonix Pass or the Mont Blanc Pass. The Mont Blanc Pass is an unlimited pass, for just 60 EUR more, and it gives you access to ski resorts in three countries – France, Switzerland, and Italy.
Chamonix is known for its reliable snow conditions in January, so we can expect great snowfall in 2025.
The resort has a unique layout with multiple non-interconnected ski areas, offering a diverse skiing experience and stunning views of Mont Blanc. The group may split up throughout the day so that everyone can ski at their preferred level. See a map here.
For information on getting to Chamonix visit this website or check the FAQs down below.
The ski bus is the easiest and quickest way to access all of the different ski areas in the Chamonix via public transport. The bus is free to use with a guest card or 3 euro/day. For info on how to get to all the ski areas, check out this website.
Cars are not required but are strongly encouraged as it will give you more freedom to move around with the Tribe.
Private parking is available.
Join Us in Chamonix
Unplugged adventures are about reuniting with old friends. It's a week-long intentional break from the day-to-day to disconnect from work and reconnect with the Tribe. Members who have joined Chapters before and intimately understand what being a Triber is all about will thrive most on Unplugged adventures.
Booking priority will be given to Veterans, Citizens, and Nomads – find out which one you are here.
Jan 25 - Feb 1st 2025
Private room: $1,590
Shared spot: $890
Available Upgrades
Add an upgrade to your booking request when filling out the form below.
Upgrade A: Private room with Small desk and chair, a personal shower outside the room and shared toilet outside the room
$190
Upgrade B: Private room with ensuite shower, shared toilet outside the room
$150
Upgrade C: Larger private room with a small desk and chair. (Great for couples due to the size).
$150
Upgrade D: Private room Small desk and chair
$90
Pictures are representative only due to multiple upgrades being available
Open to current WiFi Tribe members only.
Not a member? Apply here.
A few spots are set aside to build a more balanced community on the ground, with a mix of genders, nationalities, ethnicities, and member experience levels. All shared rooms are between 2 or 3 people of the same self-identified gender.
Not a Travel Program, a Community
We live, explore, and build our community together.
Embracing openness and curiosity, as a Tribe, we explore new places and ideas.
Do Life Together
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Discover how different travel feels when the experience is cocreated and shared as a Tribe.
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Realize your goals and dreams knowing you have the world's best cheerleaders in your corner.
Unplugged FAQs
Find answers about Unplugged below:
Unless otherwise specified, if a member cancels a booking for an Experience at least ten weeks prior to the commencement of that Experience, the Member shall receive a full refund minus the deposit made.
If a Member cancels a booking for an Experience at least six weeks prior to the commencement of that Experience but less than ten weeks prior, the Member shall receive a 50% refund minus the deposit made.
If a Member cancels a booking for an Experience with less than six weeks notice, no refund shall be made and all deposits shall be forfeited.
For more information, see the full policy here.
Closest airports:
- Geneva Airport is the closest airport to Chamonix, just one hour on a fast and easy road.
- You can take a bus from Geneva Airport Bus Stop to Chamonix Sud Bus Station 4 times a day. Tickets cost roughly £8 - £17 and the journey takes 1h 40m.
- See more options here.
In Unplugged's Slack channel before arrival, members often coordinate transportation to our homes together. After you complete payment, you'll receive the address and other relevant information closer to the start of the ski week.
Whether you're an experienced rider or new to the slopes, consider travel insurance that includes added protection for adventure activities. Things like:
- Trip protection against weather-related incidents that cause trip cancellations or delays
- Gear protection to protect yourself against theft, lost or damaged equipment
- Emergency medical insurance and emergency evacuation to cover any accidents on the slopes
Unplugged adventures are about reuniting with old friends. It's a week-long intentional break from the day-to-day to disconnect from work and reconnect with the Tribe.
It's a chance for us to keep in touch with old friends a few times a year and stay plugged into the community, even when we're no longer fully nomadic and able to join month-long Chapters.
That's why, for these adventure weeks, we're looking for members who have joined Chapters before and intimately understand what being a Triber is all about.
We're a group that loves to ski and snowboard, members have self organized their own ski weeks with fellow Tribers, so we want to help take it a step further. There's magic to renting out an entire chalet for cozy community hangs and bonding over a shared passion with people with whom we already feel close.
Chapters have a focus on productivity with the expectation that everyone will log on to work Monday-Friday. Unplugged is a time to... well, unplug.
Set up an out of office message and take off days from work, these week-long adventures are a holiday as a Tribe. We won't be working during the week, instead all of our focus will be on the adventure and the intention of getting even closer by sharing an epic experience.
Since this is a chance to unplug from our daily work schedules, we aren't specifically sourcing accommodations for their wifi reliability and speeds. We also won't have the backup MiFi devices on the ground or other supportive tech gear.
During Unplugged adventures, our accommodations might have wifi but it's not a given!
Find answers about the resort and Chamonix below:
Chamonix makes up part of the Mont Blanc ski area. There are two ski passes to choose from: Chamonix Pass or the Mont Blanc Pass. Ski passes can be purchased ahead of time online.
View and download the resort map here.
A ski pass is not included in the trip price because everyone will likely have a different agenda in the Italian Alps. Some will take the first lift up the mountain and be the last ones down, while others indulge in the many other winter activities on offer here.
Resort passes cost from €83 pp for a 1-day pass (or €258 for 6 days) and can be purchased ahead of time online.
There are a variety options for equipment hire, either at the resorts or in the village. You can rent gear and warm clothes and have them delivered directly to your apartment. See more info here.
Of course! Livigno offers a variety of winter activities and a bustling small village to fill your time. Try fat bike trails, cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, or snowmobile tours to experience the Italian Alps without hitting the slopes.
Make it a Journey
Create connections with more members or meet up with old friends by booking back-to-back Chapters.
