"My trip to Verbier was more than I could ever imagine it would be – I did things I never thought I would ever get the opportunity to do. It was a privilege to experience all of the amazing things we did and it inspired me to push myself more to try and make a difference in the business. I love skiing and hope to try it again but next time, aim to fall over less!!"

Laura Hyde – Merchandising Department

"After my area manager told me that I was one of the people who will go to Verbier, I couldn’t believe it, I was so happy that that I’d get the opportunity to go skiing in Switzerland. But this ‘holiday’ was more than a good time, it was fantastic. I cannot say what the best thing was because everything was so fabulous; the chalet, the team, skiing with a ski instructor in a great region with post card weather, ice go-karting! You have to see it to believe it. I was very proud and thankful that I was one of the lucky ones in the SDI family who had this fantastic opportunity."

Alexandra Schmidt Oberwart – Austria

When I got the call from my area manager about the trip the feeling was out of this world. I has heard so much from other people who had been from my area. But believe me words do not do this place justice. It is a surreal. Every day was a laugh filled with energy, excitement and fun with stunning views and brilliant people. Every day was memorable and had a different twist to it. I can’t thank you enough for the opportunity. Top rewards from the best company can only make you want to try harder to achieve this again.

Lee Morgan – Workington SD

It truly was the holiday of a lifetime! I’d never skied before and never thought I’d get the chance, I was so excited! Those 5 days were full of fun, challenges, excitement and many more feelings that I can’t explain and the new people I met there were truly amazing too!! I was really determined to make it on the mountain ski slope and I did it, thanks to the great instructors! Thanks again for this wonderful holiday.

Eniko Csapo – Oxford Street

It’s the middle of February, and whilst the rest of the business is shivering at home I am sitting in a hot tub in glorious winter sunshine surrounded by the most fantastic mountain scenery, along with some colleagues! In Sports Direct good things happen to those who deliver and it really doesn’t get any better than a trip to Verbier! 7 star enjoyment and relaxation, and an opportunity to make new friends with others from within the business. Even the dogs know how to look cool and enjoy themselves!

Bob Thompson – Piccadilly, LW

My trip to Verbier was one of the best times of my life and we met some amazing people. This trip motivated me to work even harder and it’s great for others working with us to see that it is possible to be rewarded no matter what role you have. I had a fantastic time in Verbier, I had the chance to learn how to ski, and was treated extremely well. We really appreciated being chosen and would like to thank everyone involved for making this happen.

Kamila Jozefowicz – Shirebrook Warehouse

A holiday of a lifetime and more!!!! I will never forget arriving at the chalet and being shown around. The views are spectacular, out of this world!!! So many memorable moments but for me, watching the sun come up over the mountains was something that I will never, ever forget. I feel incredibly honoured/valued to have been rewarded with such an unbelievable trip. It has inspired me to continue to go that extra mile at work and to try to help any colleague that I can.

Mark Davidson – Buying Merchandising

You get the feeling it’s going to be pretty special when the underground garage door opens up and you have to drive through a tunnel to get to the actual chalet!! The chalet itself is set within scenic mountain views and has a pool, a steam room and giant hot tub! To have such a luxurious holiday in a plush chalet and take part in the activities we did is an opportunity that none of us would have with our own lifestyles. Mike doesn’t have to provide his staff with these rewards but we are all thankful for his generosity and for the experience.

Mark Russell – Area Manager

How do you describe something that is simply out of this world!! There are so many words to use, AMAZING, UNBELIEAVABLE, EXCITING and FANTASTIC, and yet none of these words seem to do the trip justice. The activities you do there are again amazing; skiing, ice go-karting and sledging. I can honestly say that this has been the highest accolade I have received from Sports Direct. To be given this opportunity and experience has made me even more determined to ensure I push myself and my people to reach their full potential.

Paul Brosnan – Liverpool SD

Verbier is without question a trip of a lifetime, and an experience that will live long in anyone’s memory. From your initial entrance into the chalet and the view that will blow your socks off, to the people you meet. So many great memories, the chalet WOW, the food unbelievable but the Skiing has to top the lot, the first time I have had ski’s on my feet and love, love, loved it! Thank you so much for the opportunity and experience, head down graft on and make a difference in 2015-16 “ oh yes I would like to experience Verbier again”

Colin Bell – Retail Operations –USC

It was a fantastic 5 days in Verbier – I was very surprised to hear I’d been given the opportunity to go to Verbier. It was my first time in Switzerland and my first time skiing! Everything was amazing – the activities, the food, the place and I got to meet some great people from the UK who also work for this amazing company! Thank you for the opportunity.

Zoltan Nagy – Miskolc, Hungary

WOW! I still can’t stop smiling weeks later. I knew I was lucky to have been chosen to go to Verbier and whatever I had imagined it would be like beforehand, the reality was so much better. It’s hard for me to say what my favourite part of the trip was, the fantastic opportunity to learn to ski, the breath taking views, Mike’s awesome chalet or the unbelievable food. All of it added up to one of the best experiences of my life and for that I will always be very grateful.

Michael Upton – Birmingham Bullring SD

During my 5 days I learnt to Ski, went go-karting, sledging and ‘lived like a rock star’. The trip has inspired me to continue to ‘make a difference’ and try to get a place on the list for the next year.

Paul Gollogly – Area Manager SD

I had such a great time and it was brilliant to be able to meet people from other areas of the company. It was a fantastic experience getting to try things that you never thought you would be able to do such as ice go karting, skiing and sledging. You will never forget such a great experience and you will have memories that you will treasure for the rest of your life. After this trip, it has only made me want to work harder and progress further with the company.

Laura Michalewska – Customer Services

It was overwhelming to know that my work had been recognised and appreciated. I’d heard stories about how amazing Verbier is but no words in the world did it justice until you actually experience it. It was so inspirational knowing that you’re rewarded with such special treatment and once in a lifetime opportunities, and although I absolutely loved every single minute, I couldn’t wait to get back to work and show how grateful I was for being sent here by using every bit of my energy back in store to make a difference and get myself back here the following year.

Sarah Ahmed – Oxford Street SD