Cortina d’Ampezzo is one of the best places to base yourself to see the Dolomites. This guide covers all the great things to see and do in the area, as well as accommodation recommendations and practical tips for visiting. The Eastern Dolomites is dramatic and rugged terrain. Spiky red and grey mountains are surrounded by…
Val Gardena is the perfect base for exploring the central Dolomites with good transport links and beautiful scenery. Here’s our guide to Val Gardena including what to do and where to stay. By: Paul | Last Updated: 4 May 2024 The Dolomites is a mountain range in the north-east corner of Italy and…
For many people, the hottest months mean escaping to the beach, which can leave landlocked countries such as Austria a less obvious summer holiday choice. But perhaps that’s exactly what makes it so appealing to fellow summer in Austria stans like myself. Don’t get me wrong, I adore the coast – I mean, I live…
I push my finger against the slightly steamy bus window, tracing saw-toothed mountains meeting a star-lit sky. On any other evening, the darkness would make these extremes indistinguishable. But tonight, flickers of pumpkin-hued flames acted as my guide. For one evening every June, Tyrol resuscitates its centuries-old tradition of Kreidfeuer – chalk fires atop the…