Where to Stay Before & After the Alta Via 1: A Solo Hiker’s Guide to the Dolomites (2026 Edition)
Before you start stressing about rifugio bookings on the Alta Via 1, make sure you’ve locked in something just as important: where…
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How to Get from Venice Marco Polo Airport to Cortina d’Ampezzo (2026 Guide)
When your plane lands at Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE), you’re already closer to the Dolomites than you might think. This is…
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How to get to Forra Del Lupo and What to Expect
You can hike the Dolomites for years and never hear about Forra del Lupo or as the locals call itSentiero delle Trincee…
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Overtourism in the Dolomites: Is Cadini di Misurina Still Worth It?
I stood at the Cadini di Misurina ridge on a grey June day, hoping for a quiet moment among the spiky Dolomite…
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How to Make a Reservation at a Rifugio in 2026
There’s nothing quite like waking up in a mountain hut in the Dolomites—fog curling around the peaks, warm coffee in hand, and…
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The Ultimate Alta Via 1 & 2 Packing List for Solo Female Hikers
Hiking the Alta Via 1 & 2 in the Dolomites was one of the most empowering experiences of my life. That said,…
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Is Cadini di Misurina Worth the Hike? An Honest Review
You’ve seen the dramatic photos of hikers standing on a razor-thin ledge high in the Dolomites, framed by jagged peaks — a…
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Guided vs Self-Guided vs DIY: How to Choose the Right Dolomites Trek (Alta Via 1, Alta Via 2 & More)
When you first start dreaming about hiking in the Dolomites, it all feels simple: lace up your boots, book a few rifugios,…
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Dolomites Rifugio Guide: Mountain Huts, Booking, & Packing Tips for 2025
Dreaming of waking up to mountain views and a fresh Italian breakfast at 2,000 meters? Same. Everyday I look back on my…
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Hikes Near Cortina d’Ampezzo: 5 of the Best Scenic Trails
Looking for breathtaking hikes near Cortina d’Ampezzo that won’t be packed with tourists? Whether you’re visiting in the heart of summer or…
