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Straits Times
01-05-2025
- Business
- Straits Times
Apres-ski to hit the high seas: La Folie Douce heads to Portsmouth
PORTSMOUTH, England - - Champagne sprays and DJ decks will trade mountain peaks for ocean spray this summer as apres-ski pioneers La Folie Douce bring their high-altitude hedonism to Britain's premier sailing spectacle. SailGP, taking place in Portsmouth on July 19–20, will mark its return to British shores with a new waterfront lounge where the party atmosphere of the French Alps meets high-octane sailing just metres from shore, organisers said on Thursday. 'SailGP is thrilled to team up with world-class hospitality brands such as La Folie Douce and celebrated chef Ollie Dabbous,' said SailGP Chief Marketing Officer Leah Davis. 'It promises to be an unforgettable apres-sail experience that fans will not want to miss.' Founded in Val d'Isere in 1974 by Luc Reversade, La Folie Douce has expanded to eight locations across prestigious French ski resorts including Courchevel, Meribel and Val Thorens, becoming the definitive high-altitude party destination combining gourmet dining with theatrical performances and DJ sets. Some 20,000 spectators are expected at SailGP's first appearance on British shores in three years, where they will witness 12 national teams racing F50 catamarans at speeds exceeding 100 km/h. REUTERS Join ST's Telegram channel and get the latest breaking news delivered to you.
CNA
01-05-2025
- Business
- CNA
Sailing-Apres-ski to hit the high seas: La Folie Douce heads to Portsmouth
(Corrects typo in headline, no change to text) PORTSMOUTH, England : -Champagne sprays and DJ decks will trade mountain peaks for ocean spray this summer as apres-ski pioneers La Folie Douce bring their high-altitude hedonism to Britain's premier sailing spectacle. SailGP, taking place in Portsmouth on July 19–20, will mark its return to British shores with a new waterfront lounge where the party atmosphere of the French Alps meets high-octane sailing just metres from shore, organisers said on Thursday. 'SailGP is thrilled to team up with world-class hospitality brands such as La Folie Douce and celebrated chef Ollie Dabbous,' said SailGP Chief Marketing Officer Leah Davis. 'It promises to be an unforgettable apres-sail experience that fans will not want to miss.' Founded in Val d'Isere in 1974 by Luc Reversade, La Folie Douce has expanded to eight locations across prestigious French ski resorts including Courchevel, Meribel and Val Thorens, becoming the definitive high-altitude party destination combining gourmet dining with theatrical performances and DJ sets. Some 20,000 spectators are expected at SailGP's first appearance on British shores in three years, where they will witness 12 national teams racing F50 catamarans at speeds exceeding 100 km/h.
Reuters
01-05-2025
- Business
- Reuters
Apres-ski to hits the high seas: La Folie Douce heads to Portsmouth
Summary Companies La Folie Douce brings apres-ski vibe to Portsmouth's Sail Grand Prix SailGP partners with La Folie Douce and chef Ollie Dabbous 20,000 spectators expected for high-speed F50 catamaran races PORTSMOUTH, England, May 1 (Reuters) - - Champagne sprays and DJ decks will trade mountain peaks for ocean spray this summer as apres-ski pioneers La Folie Douce bring their high-altitude hedonism to Britain's premier sailing spectacle. SailGP, taking place in Portsmouth on July 19–20, will mark its return to British shores with a new waterfront lounge where the party atmosphere of the French Alps meets high-octane sailing just metres from shore, organisers said on Thursday. 'SailGP is thrilled to team up with world-class hospitality brands such as La Folie Douce and celebrated chef Ollie Dabbous,' said SailGP Chief Marketing Officer Leah Davis. 'It promises to be an unforgettable apres-sail experience that fans will not want to miss.' Founded in Val d'Isere in 1974 by Luc Reversade, La Folie Douce has expanded to eight locations across prestigious French ski resorts including Courchevel, Meribel and Val Thorens, becoming the definitive high-altitude party destination combining gourmet dining with theatrical performances and DJ sets. Some 20,000 spectators are expected at SailGP's first appearance on British shores in three years, where they will witness 12 national teams racing F50 catamarans at speeds exceeding 100 km/h.
Straits Times
01-05-2025
- Business
- Straits Times
Apres-ski to hits the high seas: La Folie Douce heads to Portsmouth
PORTSMOUTH, England - -Champagne sprays and DJ decks will trade mountain peaks for ocean spray this summer as apres-ski pioneers La Folie Douce bring their high-altitude hedonism to Britain's premier sailing spectacle. SailGP, taking place in Portsmouth on July 19–20, will mark its return to British shores with a new waterfront lounge where the party atmosphere of the French Alps meets high-octane sailing just metres from shore, organisers said on Thursday. 'SailGP is thrilled to team up with world-class hospitality brands such as La Folie Douce and celebrated chef Ollie Dabbous,' said SailGP Chief Marketing Officer Leah Davis. 'It promises to be an unforgettable apres-sail experience that fans will not want to miss.' Founded in Val d'Isere in 1974 by Luc Reversade, La Folie Douce has expanded to eight locations across prestigious French ski resorts including Courchevel, Meribel and Val Thorens, becoming the definitive high-altitude party destination combining gourmet dining with theatrical performances and DJ sets. Some 20,000 spectators are expected at SailGP's first appearance on British shores in three years, where they will witness 12 national teams racing F50 catamarans at speeds exceeding 100 km/h. REUTERS Join ST's Telegram channel and get the latest breaking news delivered to you.
Yahoo
19-02-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
British skier falls to death in French Alps
A 23-year-old British skier has died after reportedly falling from a cliff in the French Alps. The man, who has not been named, fell to his death as he returned from an après-ski night out in the resort of Avoriaz, near the Swiss border, on Sunday night. It is feared that he died after getting lost as he attempted to ski down the mountain alone, according to the Sun. The man's body was found on Monday morning after his friends raised the alarm when he did not return to their accommodation. 'The deceased is an English national who is thought to have been skiing on Sunday evening,' a local police spokesman told the newspaper. 'His family have been informed.' A source added that police believe he may have taken a wrong turn and took his skis off before falling to his death. The man is reported to have been partying at the La Folie Douce in Avoriaz before his death. An inquiry into his death has been opened by local authorities. A spokesman for the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office said: 'We are supporting the family of a British man who died in France and are in contact with the local authorities.' Other skiers have died in Avoriaz. In 2018, a 13-year-old boy died after falling from the cliff. His brother, 10, survived the fall. In March 2024, a 68-year-old British skier died after colliding with a tree as they swerved to avoid other skiers. The resort was developed in the 1960s and was the creation of Jean Vuarnet, a French alpine ski racer who was the downhill champion at the 1960 Winter Olympics. It is described as having 'some of the most snow-sure steep pistes' in the French Alps and forms part of the broader Portes du Soleil ski area. It is the highest altitude resort in Portes du Soleil, which extends into neighbouring Switzerland. Broaden your horizons with award-winning British journalism. Try The Telegraph free for 1 month with unlimited access to our award-winning website, exclusive app, money-saving offers and more.
