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COVID has killed ski season in the Alps -- with one exception
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But, the question from those affected by the closures is, if it s safe for Switzerland to open its slopes, why isn t it safe for other countries?
In Megeve, the ski lift closures will mean a loss of eight million euros (nearly $10 million). And, says Jullien-Breches, for every euro lost on the slopes, a further seven will be lost in the village s hotels, restaurants and bars.
Many local businesses, she fears, simply won t survive. I wish I could do something but we won t be able to support those businesses that really need our help.
A rare protest was held in the normally well-heeled center of Megeve on November 30. But like their mayor, locals know there is little they can do.
COVID-19 has shuttered the ski season in the Alps -- with one exception
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