Work was completed at 9.30PM and the guests were left to their remaining glasses of wine. The staff and myself retreated to our rooms to prepare for a night on the piste. Beer and wine had been bought in the morning and backpacks were packed full of this delight and all other necessary items. The bus was boarded at 10.15 and it was off to the Refuge, the seasonaires bar in 1850. More beers and vin chaud were had. The bar was left behind at 11.15 and our way was made up to the piste for the grande party. Parts of our party were still making their way by foot up the hill as the buses were packed and they were in no mood to wait. We made our way to the piste early, and ventured directly to the front of the stage. Ones eyes were automatically drawn to the surroundings. Although the stage was lit up and the centres buildings were decorated in festive attire, I could not help but turn around and take in the majestic mountains behind me. Lights spelling out "Courchevel" were projected onto all of the runs. The DJ and the lights and the action were setup next to all three of the main gondolas. The air was crisp and the sky was clear. The music was perfection. The initial countdown began at 11:59:49. The second countdown took place at 12:59:49 so that everyone could have a chance to celebrate with their fellow friends on the island. The celebration didn't stop till 3am. For others, the celebration did not stop until half an hour before they were scheduled to be in uniform.
Imagine fireworks, amazing music, and thousands of people surrounding you to ring in the new year. Amazing is the only word that comes to mind. Although, I have never been one to look forward to New Years as all the hype seems to be overrated, all the talk surrounding this evening was well warranted and it turned out to be quite a successful evening.
I have uploaded my pics of this glorious evening:
http://picasaweb.google.com/ohalfen/CourchNewYear2010?feat=directlink
HAPPY NEW YEAR TO ALL! I HOPE THIS YEAR HOLDS NOTHING BUT THE BEST FOR EVERYONE!
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