Treasures & Suitcases 10

Name: Sabrina Age: 39 Country: Australia

Are you new to Tomorrowland?

"I’ve done three Tomorrowland summer editions so far. This trip is extra special because this will be my first time at Tomorrowland Winter."

Who are you travelling with this time?

"I’m here with my beautiful boyfriend Charlie Peacock."

What is your tip to first-timers?

"My best tip would be to bring something that lights up. When it gets dark, it will help you find your friends or help them to track you."

What item do you always pack first?

"Definitely my wristband! That is the first thing that comes to mind."

What is the craziest item you packed?

"The craziest item is probably an Australian bikini. I'd love to take some pictures in the snow!"

Suitcase or duffle bag?

"Always a suitcase!"

How much does your luggage weigh?

"My suitcase is always heavy! I would like to apologize to everyone who will handle my suitcase at the airport, haha."

Will you bring your own ski/ boarding gear?

"I rented a snowboard to make it easier to travel, but I did buy some wicked snow gear. I'm more than ready for this adventure."

Name: Anna Age: 32 Country: Canada

Who are you coming with?

"Solo! I can't wait to make new friends from all across the globe."

What is your tip to other firsttimers?

"I'd say; bring comfortable shoes, so you can dance all day. Make sure you don’t mind getting them dirty."

What item do you always pack first?

"Party pants! Those will be the eyecatchers of my outfits."

Suitcase or duffle bag?

"Definitely a suitcase for this trip!"

How much does your luggage weigh?

"My luggage is allowed to weigh around 30lbs. I wish I could bring more!"

Will you bring your own ski/ boarding gear?

"No, I am renting gear because it makes my trip across the globe so much easier."

What is the craziest item you packed?

"The craziest item would be my fuzzy white LED gloves. Isn't that the perfect item for Tomorrowland Winter?"

Name: Michelle Age: 32 Country: Curaçao

Are you new to Tomorrowland?

"Nope! I spent a full madness weekend in Boom twice, in 2012 and 2017. I also came to Alpe d'Huez in 2020, but unfortunately then the pandemic hit."

Who are you travelling with this time?

"I am attending with some friends from the Netherlands."

What is your pro tip to firsttimers?

"After the pandemic, I'd say: keep washing your hands so we can unite again and again!"

What item do you always pack first?

"That's a tough choice. This would be a tie between my flag of Curaçao or my TML by Tomorrowland backpack."

Name: Stephan Age: 37 Country: The Netherlands

What is the craziest item you packed?

"I'm so looking forward to wearing my handmade headband with flowers and little sparkling lights. It's perfect for all my party outfits."

Suitcase or duffle bag?

"My choice would be a suitcase."

How much does your luggage weigh?

"I am guessing about 20 kg."

Will you bring your own ski/ boarding gear?

"Yes, I brought my own boarding gear to hit the slopes comfortably."

Are you new to Tomorrowland?

"I've been to a lot of Tomorrowland events. I even celebrated my 34th birthday at the first edition of Tomorrowland Winter."

Who are you travelling with this time?

"As always, I am here with my party people."

How much does your luggage weigh?

"Haha at least 30kg, I guess. Skis and shoes not included!"

Will you bring your own ski/ boarding gear?

"Of course! When you go on winter break every year, it only makes sense to have your own gear."

What item do you always pack first?

"Probably sunscreen haha! Please, let it be sunny all week!"

Suitcase or duffle bag?

"Suitcase; that makes travelling by car easier."

GREAT HEIGHTS GREAT APPETITES

WHERE THERE ARE PEOPLE LIVING THE GOOD LIFE, THERE IS GOOD FOOD TO BE FOUND. THAT’S WHY THIS WEEK, THE PINNACLE OF THE PALATABLE CAN BE FOUND RIGHT HERE IN ALPE D’HUEZ. WITH FOUR HOTSPOTS TO SIT BACK AND LET YOUR TASTE BUDS DO THE EXERCISING, YOU DON’T HAVE TO BE REMORSEFUL ABOUT LEAVING YOUR SNOW GEAR TO DO SOME RESTING.

LUNCH LIKE A LOCAL CHANTEBISE

When in the Alps, do like the Alpinians. If you want to lunch like a local, Chantebise is the perfect mountain station to halt at. With their delicious mountain lunch package deals, you can enjoy an appetizer, main course and dessert while savouring the equally luscious view. What to order, now you’ve adapted to your near-native disguise? Chantebise’s homemade comfort all tastes like it came straight from your adopted French grandma’s kitchen, but the tartiflette is as local as it gets.

THE CORE OF SWEET MADNESS FOLIE DOUCE

‘Folie Douce’ translates as ‘sweet madness’ and if that description even closely matches your personality, this is your place to be. Hosted by The CORE, Folie Douce offers not just a menu boasting the official Tomorrowland dessert, but it also means you can stay for the cherry on the cake: the pre-during-or-after-ski party. With artists like Patrice Bäumel, DJ Licious and Kölsch, it doesn't take a genius to understand why they’re all gently mad here; you’ll fit right in.