Posts Tagged "ski"

Skiing is at least as alluring in Cortina d’Ampezzo as it is the Italian “Dolce far niente” or the hip vibe floating in the crisp air. The charming resort in the Dolomites has been attracting visitors for the past two centuries with its beautiful scenery, great skiing opportunities, elegant accommodations and the pulsating après-ski scene. From a glance at its history, it appears that Cortina d’Ampezzo gain its popularity in 1956 when it played host to the Winter Olympics, becoming one of the best ski resorts in the world. Unfortunately, it didn’t stay too long in the spotlight as the lack of developments in the area drove to its decline, so the end of the 20th century found Cotina d’Ampezzo rather meager. A few years ago, however, the...

With the colder weather approaching and the much awaited snowflakes ready to emerge , I’m sure all ski enthusiasts out there are thinking of charming alpine environments topped with miles of snow-covered ski slopes and climbing chairlifts vanishing into the crisp air. Well, you certainly have countless opportunities to benefit of all these winter charms this year. For instance, you can try the most exclusive ski resorts of France or Switzerland, but this could mess up your budget a little bit, so instead of breaking the bank or heading to the same old destination where you used to ski every year, which is cozy and nice but it could also be boring sometimes, you can opt for something different this winter. Here are 5 unusual ski destinations you may want to try...

Verbier, one of the finest skiing and snowboarding destinations in Europe, lies at an altitude of 1500 meters in the canton of Valais, in south-western Switzerland. The small alpine village gained its popularity in the 60’s when it became a Mecca for winter sports’ enthusiasts. Although travelers head to Verbier due to the multitude of winter activities available, the resort is an all- year-round destination, offering everything from cycling, walking, climbing, paragliding and even white river rafting holidays from May to September. High season in Verbier, however, runs from late November to the beginning of May, when the resort and the surrounding areas are completely covered in a thick blanket of snow. Also known as one of the top-class “off-piste”...

Although Andorra doesn’t make the list of Europe’s most famous destinations, there still are plenty of reasons why the little state wedged between France and Spain does worth a visit. With the highest capital city in Europe – Andorra la Vella (1,023m) and a predominantly alpine climate, the country is an ideal winter destination, but also a charming place filled with unique customs, exciting folklore, natural beauty, history and Catalan culture. If you still need reasons to visit Andorra, here are my top 3: Excellent Skiing Ideally located in the Pyrenees, Andorra enjoys snow-rich winters and dramatic views being the perfect setting for your ski holiday. The country boasts a varied range of ski resorts from peaceful retreats to animated...