Palaronda Trek Itinerary: A 4-Day Solo Hike Through the Pale di San Martino
The Dolomites are full of famous hikes—but the Palaronda Trek isn’t popular because it’s easy or Instagram-friendly. It’s popular because it stays…
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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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Easy Day Hikes in the Dolomites: Val Venegia & Sentiero Marcio
My mother-in-law sent me an article about a forest in the Dolomites where Stradivari sourced wood for his violins. I then found…
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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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Snowshoeing in the Dolomites: an Epic guided adventure around Cinque Torri
Ever dreamed of exploring snow-covered mountains with breathtaking views at every turn? Snowshoeing in the Dolomites is the perfect way to make…
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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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Lago Di Sorapis Hiking Guide: Passo Tre Croci to Sorapis
Lago di Sorapis is one of the most famous hikes in the Dolomites, known for its unreal turquoise water and dramatic mountain…
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Where to Stay in the Dolomites: Hotels I Loved as a Solo Traveler
Planning a trip to the Dolomites and overwhelmed by where to stay? I’ve been there—scrolling through endless listings and asking myself, Should…
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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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The Only Hiking Apps You Need for the Dolomites (2026 Update)
The Dolomites are one of my favorite places in Italy. Living in Vicenza, I’m lucky to be just 2.5 hours away from…
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Christmas Magic in South Tyrol: Your Guide to the Bolzano & Merano Markets
The Bolzano and Merano Christmas Markets were the first Italian markets that stopped me in my tracks. I expected charm; I didn’t…
