Does it get more ritzy than this? (Video at bottom of page)

Imagine telling a ski bum in small mountain- town America that you rode a huge gondola car with a live grand piano concert? The ski bum would probably look at you like you had 55 heads.

You gotta hand it to the French, though. They really know how to provide luxury experiences for those that can afford it.

Only things that would have made this more glamorous is if they provided a charcuterie board, a glass of rosé, and everybody was gifted a Chanel bag as they departed the gondola.

This took place at Val d’Isère by the way.

Matt Lorelli is a dedicated ski enthusiast and prolific writer whose passion for snow sports shines through in every piece. Originally from Middletown, Delaware, Matt's love for skiing blossomed during...