Bid to stay at the Graciosa and support GB skiing

Be among the first to experience the Graciosa, our brand-new piste-side retreat in La Plagne – and help send British skiing star Max Laughland to the 2026 Winter Olympics in Cortina, Italy.

One lucky bidder will win an exclusive stay for four to eight guests in a private 2 bedroom suite this winter. Every penny raised will go directly into Max’s Winter Sports Foundation, helping cover his training, travel, racing, physio, accommodation, and kit.

• A 7-night catered stay in a two-bedroom suite for 4 guests (8 guests if occupying bunk beds)
• Valid between January and April 2026.  (Excludes 15 Feb, 29 March & 5 April 2026)
• Daily breakfast, afternoon tea, and 3-course evening meal
• Wine with dinner and canapés on arrival and departure nights
• VIP SKI’s signature service and slope-side convenience

Fill in the form before midnight on Tuesday 30 September 2025. Every penny you pay for the holiday goes straight to the trust supporting Max’s travel expenses. The winner will be contacted Wednesday 1 October.

Max Laughland, current British champion in Downhill and Super-G, competes at the top level without UK Sport funding. Despite national titles, his journey relies on private support to help him earn the FIS points needed to qualify for the 2026 Winter Olympics. Past campaigns raised nearly £4,000 fuelling his return and growth.

In early 2024, training in Pozza Di Fassa resulted in a broken collarbone and hand, just days before the World Junior Ski Championships. With successful surgery and trademark determination, Max returned to training within weeks and has been building momentum ever since.

Since then, Max has claimed 1st place in U21 Super-G and Downhill at the 2025 GB Alpine National Championships, securing national titles in both specialities. He’s now one of just ten men selected for the GB Europa Cup Squad, competing alongside elite British skiers including Owen Vinter and Dominic Shackleton.

Max’s goals are ambitious and clear: to compete aggressively on the Europa Cup circuit, lower FIS points, and once again represent Great Britain at the upcoming major events such as the world championships in 2027 in Crans Montana. His long-term focus remains firmly fixed on Olympic qualification for Cortina 2026 and France 2030.

Here are a few facts about our rising ski star:

Born: August 2004 (Kent, UK)
Specialities:   Downhill, Super-G, GS, Slalom
UK Rankings: #1 in SG & #3 in DH (UK)
British Titles 2025: U21 SG & DH Champion
Current Squad: GB Europa Cup Athlete
FIS Points (season avg): DH ~36 - 145 world rank / SG ~27 - 115 world rank
Olympic Aspiration: Compete for GB at Cortina 2026

Step inside the Graciosa, perched at 2003m in the heart of Plagne Centre, and be among the first to enjoy one of the 16 luxurious ski-in, ski-out chalets with direct access to 425km of Paradiski slopes.
From the managed ski room and on-site ski shop to bespoke VIP SKI catering and optional massage treatments, every detail is designed for effortless comfort.

By bidding for this exclusive 7-night stay, you’re not just claiming a remarkable alpine getaway - you’re helping Max Laughland chase his Olympic dreams and continue his journey on the world stage.