Pashmina,

A FAMILY STORY

Baptised Yak & Yéti, the family group founded by Marc and Sandrine Gorini, is above all a story of passion, love for the mountains and the courage to reach the summits!

While they took up the challenge of settling in Val Thorens when the resort was created in 1972, it was also their thirst for adventure that led them to the summit of Kilimanjaro or to 7500 m above sea level on the assault of Everest.

An ascent of which they retain imperishable memories marked by hardships but also joys. “We were leaving our hotel in Kathmandu for several months of climbing. It was our last haven of comfort. And this one was called Yak & Yeti!”

Mobilized by her passion for entrepreneurship and her love of the mountains, she reveals all the facets of the Yak & Yeti group. A brief tour of the company…

1971

Creation of Val Thorens

Born 50 years ago from the encounter between exceptional nature and visionary pioneers. The story of an epic and harmonious human adventure, built on a daily basis over five decades...

1979

Creation of the Hôtel 3 Vallées

This is where it all began... Sandrine and Marc Gorini, who had been living in Val Thorens since 1973, created one of the resort's first hotels.

1989

Val Thorens Immobilier

Founded by Marc Gorini and Bruno Gabet over 30 years ago, the real estate agency, headed by Stefanie Gorini, handles rentals and transactions for a wide range of apartments, from the simplest to the most luxurious.

2006

Chalet de la Marine takes over

A magnificent restaurant on the slopes, run by Sandrine, Marc and their children Cédric and Arnaud, has become one of the best restaurants at altitude. Success confirmed by a Michelin Guide distinction in 2013.

2015

Pashmina opening

A project of the family's heart, more than ten years in the making... This hotel has been designed as a luxury refuge in the high mountains, with a "home away from home" spirit, where the emphasis is on uninhibited luxury.

2017

Resumption of Chalet des 2 Lacs

The latest addition to the family-run Yak+Yéti group, this mountain bistro is the perfect place for a gourmet break between two runs.

2024

The adventure continues...

Today, the Yak+Yéti family group, rich in history and resolutely focused on the future, is happy to continue its adventure, surrounded by loyal and committed employees.
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