The recent dramatic cut on the VAT on the cost of buying a meal in a French restaurants and cafes will result in higher service standards as well as lower prices for Brits in the Alps this winter according to a statement from P&V (also known as Pierre & Vacances or PV-holidays) is the number one provider of holiday residences, villages and hotels all over France – including many in British ski tour operator programmes.
The VAT cut, which came into effect on Wednesday, July 1st, will see rates drop from 19.6 per cent to 5.5 per cent just as the pound is also regaining lost ground against the Euro.
Nicolas Rochedy who runs the Chabichou hotel and restaurant in Courchevel in France’s Three Valleys, which has been awarded two Michelin stars, told P&V: “It is important for us to support British skiers, particularly in the current climate. From December, we will be passing on the VAT reductions to all of our customers. Although some products are exempt from the cut, such as alcohol, the majority of our most popular dishes will be reduced for the customer. Skiers will therefore notice that their lunchtime meal, bottled water and cup of coffee will be largely reduced from last year’s prices.”
“As well as being able to reduce costs for the customer, the VAT reductions will also mean better service and salary increases for staff, as well as more employment at resorts. We therefore welcome the tax cuts as a way of both improving customer service and encouraging more visitors to the Three Valleys – a view that is shared by other hotels and restaurants in the region,” he added.
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