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The prize is valid for 6 months (excluding Christmas, New Year, half term and Easter) and must be booked at least 6 weeks before
2. The prize is for two adults and two children under 12 years old in possession of valid passports.
3. The competition is open to residents of the UK aged 18 years or over, except employees of the promoter and their immediate families and anyone professionally connected to the promotion.
4. Only be one entry per household.
5. No responsibility can be accepted for entries that are delayed, damaged, mislaid or wrongly delivered.
6. The prize is based on parents and children sharing a 4-bedded room.
7. The prize is non-exchangeable, non-transferable and non-refundable.
8. There is no cash alternative and no alternative holidays will be offered.
9. The prize does not include travel insurance
2007 £1749
2008 £291.99
2009 JanMasscara £7.00 Feb megcabot books x 2 £20 XFactor tkts x 2 £58.00 (couldn't go though as they only phoned on day :-( ) foundation £7.99
total so far for 09 £92.99

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  • dipsy
    dipsy Posts: 3,137 Forumite
    Situated in the unspoilt beauty of the natural wilderness some 60kms south of the Arctic Circle and 20kms west of the Russian border lies Finland's premier ski resort of Ruka. Cross-country skiers will relish the challenge of trying to cover the total of 200kms of trails amongst fantastic scenery and alpine skiers can ski until 7pm as 23 out of the 28 slopes are floodlit. When the sun goes down, you will experience the atmospheric blue polar light and if you are lucky, catch a glimpse of the amazing Northern Lights, mainly between December and February.
    Après Ski
    When it comes to having a good time, the Finns are no slouches and après ski is always a lively affair, with plenty of music. Try Ski Bistro, the Hotel Rantasipi's après ski bar or the Riipinen Game restaurant.
    Activities
    Learn the technique of telemark skiing or take part in the activities organised by the local nature and adventure team. You can try a snowmobile safari across the frozen lakes and through the forests, reindeer safaris, husky dog sledding, ice fishing or even visit Santa Claus.

    We recommend that you bring long thermal underwear and warm, light layered clothing to wear under the Arctic suits provided with activities.
    Other amenities
    The Ruka Club complex has a gym, four squash courts, indoor tennis and badminton, a golf simulator, saunas, Jacuzzis, solariums and a nursery. The nearby Kuusamo Tropikki has a fantastic range of pools and whirlpools to help relax any aching muscles.
    Family choice
    Ruka is a fantastic choice for children. Ski lessons start from age 5 and there is also a kindergarten next to the main ski lift and the Rukahovi hotel open 0930-1700 offering indoor child care at approx €7 per hour. The 'Kaltiolampi Kids' area just next to it is an outdoor snow field with a small lift which is free for use if accompanied by parents but does not have local supervision.
    2007 £1749
    2008 £291.99
    2009 JanMasscara £7.00 Feb megcabot books x 2 £20 XFactor tkts x 2 £58.00 (couldn't go though as they only phoned on day :-( ) foundation £7.99
    total so far for 09 £92.99
  • isitenough
    isitenough Posts: 5,594 Forumite
    Part of the Furniture 1,000 Posts Combo Breaker
    "To receive your FREE Professional portrait, simply register your details with us and you will receive information about an exclusive event at a store near you!

    Visit the store and you, your family or you and your friends will get the opportunity for a professional photograph which is yours to keep for FREE.

    You could also become the new "face of Halo" and appear in our next advertising campaign. Plus the overall winner will get a complete home make-over and holiday of a life-time"

    So only the overall winner wins the prizes? Thanks, but I'll pass on this one. Good luck to anyone who enters.
    Thank you to everyone who posts comps! :A
    I would like to be lucky,healthy & happy in 2020! :T
  • No don't think they'll be wanting my ugly lot advertising for them, ha ha, so no chance of winning the big prize. Good luck to all the beautiful people.
    :wave:
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