Aosta Valley Italy JD Summer and Mountain Holidays

12/09/2026

FREE SKI LESSONS when you stay with us in the Aosta Valley in the Italian Alps!
We are David and Jane Stanton (from Aldershot Hampshire) and are ski instructors in Pila Italy where we also have accommodation just 7 minutes from the ski lifts.
8.5 hours drive from Calais or just an hour from Turin airport - also Milan and Geneva airports 2 hours away
We can assist you in getting your ski passes and equipment and guide you to local restaurants and bars to suit your pocket.
The town of Aosta is steeped in history, with art galleries and shops and is surrounded by castles and interesting places to visit.
Aosta is nestled in a valley in the Italian Alps surrounded by France, Switzerland and Austria.
The town is vibrant and buzzing during the winter evenings and there are an abundance of restaurants and cafes pouring onto piazzas and little squares and pathways in the the town.
A beautiful Christmas market is open during the months of December and January and at the end of January the infamous carving and wood market called "Saint Orso"
For more information we are happy to send you our introductory email from [email protected]
Please feel free to see photos and information on www.jdski.co.uk
DAVID AND JANE STANTON BASI SKI INSTRUCTORS

JDSKI-ski holidays in the beautiful Aosta Valley, Italy with some of the highest mountains in Europe. IN SUMMER stunning scenery with hand tended vineyards. Stay in our cosy chalet-family friendly ski trips-explore Pilas stunning slopes with FREE expert lessons. The valley is steeped in history & ha...

04/08/2026

Summer in Aosta Valley Italy

17/05/2026

summer in the ITALIAN ALPS
AOSTA VALLEY
Lots to see and do in this vast wine growing area with outdoor sports of all kinds.
Temperatures 30-40 degrees, come and lie by the pool surrounded by mountains, BIGGEST DOWNHILL MOUNTAIN BIKE AREA IN EUROPE and lots more to see and do.
We are centrally based and waiting for you to discover this beautiful valley and the valleys off it
See more photos on our website www.jdski.co.uk
or email for more details [email protected]
We have a 2 bedroomed 2 bathroom apartment sleeping 5 comfortably with more beds in the lounge from £500 for the apartment for a week or you can have a shorter stay from 4 nights
Lots to see and do for everyone! See less

07/04/2026

SUMMER IN THE ITALIAN ALPS
just 8.5 hours drive from Calais
a hidden gem
Aosta Valley Italy
JD Summer and Mountain Holidays
a valley steeped in history, a multitude of sports, culture, guaranteed weather
it has it all!
TRY SOMETHING DIFFERENT THIS SUMMER!
biggest mountain bike area europe, horse riding, vineyards, cheesemaking, wood fayres, whitewater rafting, golf, adventure parks, fishing, via ferrata, ice climbing, rock climbing, paragliding, nordic walking, outdoor swimming pools, ice skating, ancient roman thermal spas, castles, nature reserves, botanical gardens, bowling, summer skiing, saint bernard dog sanctuary, marmotte centre, animal parc, dining at altitude
A FEW OF THE ACTIVITIES AVAILABLE DURING THE SUMMER MONTHS
Temperatures sore between 30-40 degrees during July/August
CLICK ON LINKS BELOW TO SEE PHOTOS OF THE AREA & TO GIVE YOU AN IDEA OF WHAT'S IN STORE!!
David and Jane Stanton
BASI Ski Instructors
J D Ski and JD Summer & Mountain Holidays
www.jdski.co.uk
[email protected]

JDSKI-ski holidays in the beautiful Aosta Valley, Italy with some of the highest mountains in Europe. IN SUMMER stunning scenery with hand tended vineyards. Stay in our cosy chalet-family friendly ski trips-explore Pilas stunning slopes with FREE expert lessons. The valley is steeped in history & ha...

04/04/2026

SUMMER IN THE ITALIAN ALPS just 8.5 hours drive from Calais is a hidden gem in the Aosta Valley Italy JD Summer and Mountain Holidays a valley steeped in history, a multitude of sports, culture, wine and cheese making, walking, guaranteed weather, 30-40 degrees, outdoor swimming pools, lakes and mountains - it has it all! TRY SOMETHING DIFFERENT THIS SUMMER!

31/03/2026

Just to be safe

Just in case…Everyone, stay safe. Big day tomorrow. It’s official. Signed at 6:00am. It was even on TV. Mine really turned blue. Don't forget that tomorrow marks the start of the new Facebook rule (also known as Meta), which allows them to use your photos. Don't forget the deadline is today!!!

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31/03/2026

Absolutely superb conditions on piste today. Chilly but sunny. We are English ski instructos in Pila, aosta valley Italy come and join us for a lesson! www.jdski.co.uk

29/03/2026

Ready to start the last weeks of our season - more snow to come in Pila this week - snow is in excellent condition, while it is still cold but sunny. The resort of Pila is open until May 3rd - its been a great season - we had lots of fun and laughs - If you are looking for an instructor over the coming weeks we still have some availability
See our website www.jdski.co.uk or email if you have any queries [email protected]

JDSKI-ski holidays in the beautiful Aosta Valley, Italy with some of the highest mountains in Europe. IN SUMMER stunning scenery with hand tended vineyards. Stay in our cosy chalet-family friendly ski trips-explore Pilas stunning slopes with FREE expert lessons. The valley is steeped in history & ha...

23/03/2026

Thinking of summer in the mountains? Check out our website for lots of lovely photos of the area

JDSKI-ski holidays in the beautiful Aosta Valley, Italy with some of the highest mountains in Europe. IN SUMMER stunning scenery with hand tended vineyards. Stay in our cosy chalet-family friendly ski trips-explore Pilas stunning slopes with FREE expert lessons. The valley is steeped in history & ha...

21/03/2026

Going to Pila? Looking for ski lessons for the kids or to brush up yourself?
Contact us David and Jane Stanton www.jdski.co.uk or email [email protected]
See you on the piste!!

JDSKI-ski holidays in the beautiful Aosta Valley, Italy with some of the highest mountains in Europe. IN SUMMER stunning scenery with hand tended vineyards. Stay in our cosy chalet-family friendly ski trips-explore Pilas stunning slopes with FREE expert lessons. The valley is steeped in history & ha...