A Month In Venice

Cortina d’Ampezzo is one of the better locations in the Dolomites. The location for many mountain climbing movies such as Sylvester Stallone’s Cliffhanger and James Bond’s film For Your Eyes Only to name just a few. One of the more stunningly visual and visceral places in the Italian alps this place is known for great skiing and mountain climbing as well as a pretty good night life as well.

Since this is a skiing town it would make sense that the 1956 Winter Olympics was held here. You can ski downhill or even try your hand at ski-jumping if your heart pulls you in that direction. If skiing is not your thing then you are probably interested in trying speed-skating. There are many highly qualified instructors that I am sure if the price is right would give you some of the best individual attention that you can find nowhere else in Italy if not the world.

The nightlife scene or Apres ski scene is quite known and popular in this town. Apres ski is an activity where many downhill skiers dance the night away at the various nightclubs and discos that cater to this crowd. This however is really only geared towards the young kids and adults who seem to take favor to wasting whatever excess energy they may have dancing.Since this town caters to the very wealthy there is not a whole lot of budget hotels in the area and it may be best to stay near this town with a friend if you are so lucky enough to have one. However here is a list of some of the better hotels in the area that are not too much of a rip off.

Miramonti Majectic
Via Pezie 103
Tel: 0436-4201
One of the more traditional and rustic hotels in the area. This hotel does not disappoint however in its charm and warmth. Be sure and get a room with a balcony as that is one of the better ways to enjoy your evenings in this small town.

De La Poste
Piazza Roma 14
Tel: 0436-4271
This is one large historic chalet in the center of town. The hotel’s bar is part of the towns social scene so if you plan on getting out and seeing the locals and the tourists then stay here and you do not have to go far.

Da Beppe Sello
Via Ronco 68
Tel: 0436-803-828
This is a smaller hotel that does not lack in warmth or charm. Containing one of the best restaurants in town this is the place to stay if you are foodie like many of the other Europeans.